Daily Republic News
- Business
- March 5, 2026
India Secures 50-Day Oil Buffer; Govt Rules Out Price Hike Amid Strait Of Hormuz Crisis
As the conflict in West Asia intensifies and the Strait of Hormuz faces a near-total blockade, the Indian government has moved swiftly to calm domestic markets. Sources said to Republic Media Network that India is currently “well-stocked” and has a combined energy buffer, includi Read More
- Business
- March 5, 2026
India Auto Sales Jump 25.6% in February, Hit Record Retail Registrations: FADA
India’s automobile industry reached a landmark milestone in February 2026, with retail sales rising 25.6% year-on-year, driven by a combination of tax reforms, seasonal demand, and improving rural consumption.According to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Asso Read More
- Business
- March 5, 2026
Russian Oil Cargoes En Route To India Amid Israel-US-Iran War
Israel-US-Iran War: In a move to mitigate the impact of Middle East supply chain disruptions, two Russian oil cargoes have been switched their destination from East Asia to India, according to data compiled by energy intelligence firms.These tankers carrying nearly 1.4 million ba Read More
- Business
- March 5, 2026
Morgan Stanley Flags Inflation Risks if US-Iran Conflict Drags Beyond Weeks
A new report from Morgan Stanley warns that the escalating conflict in West Asia, triggered by recent US-Israeli strikes on Iran and subsequent retaliatory attacks, could severely destabilize the US economy. The bank highlights that while a brief conflict may have limited fallout Read More
- Business
- March 5, 2026
US-Israel-Iran War: Oil Tanker Traffic Through Strait Of Hormuz Down By 90%
Amid the ongoing Israel-US-Iran conflict, tanker transits in the Strait of Hormuz are 90% lower as compared to last week, according to energy intelligence firm Kpler. The vital strait open for maritime trade located between Iran, Oman and the UAE, is credited for almost 20% of t Read More
- Business
- March 5, 2026
Rupee Recovers from Record Low, Rises to ₹91.57 Amid Suspected RBI Intervention
The Indian rupee staged recovery in early trade on Thursday, March 5, 2026, rebounding from its all-time low. After a period of intense volatility driven by geopolitical tensions, the currency gained approximately 50–60 paise, trading at ₹91.57 against the US dollar.The rupee tra Read More
- Business
- March 5, 2026
Oil Jumps 3% As Widening Iran Conflict Stokes Supply Fears; Middle East Tensions Rattle Global Energy Markets.
Oil prices surged more than 3% on Thursday, extending a rally as the escalating U.S.-Israeli war with Iran raised fears of prolonged disruptions to vital Middle East oil and gas supplies.Brent crude advanced $2.65, or 3.26%, to $83.99 per barrel by 0520 GMT, a fifth session of ga Read More
- Business
- March 5, 2026
BSE Shares Rise 3% After SEBI Clears Derivatives on Sensex Next 30 Index
Shares of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) surged as much as 3% in early trade on Thursday, March 5, 2026, following the announcement that the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has approved the launch of derivative contracts on the BSE Sensex Next 30 Index.The BSE is s Read More
- Business
- March 5, 2026
Global Markets Rebound After Early Week Panic; Indian Benchmarks Open Gap-Up
The global financial landscape is attempting to shake off the geopolitical chills of the past five days. We’ve moved from “panic stations” to a “relief rally,” though the underlying structural tensions—particularly in energy—remain a thorn in the side of this recovery.US & Europe Read More
- Business
- March 5, 2026
The Strait of Hormuz Crisis Tightens Oil And Natural Gas Flows, Asia Braces For Severe Energy Turmoil
Global energy trade is in turmoil as war around the Persian Gulf chokes off oil and natural gas shipments, causing prices to soar.Asia is the most exposed since it relies heavily on imported fuel, much of it shipped through the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow passageway that carries Read More
