- Defence stocks surge on Middle East tensions! HAL, BEL, Paras Defence rise up to 13% March 2, 2026The escalation has raised expectations of increased export opportunities and strengthened investor sentiment toward the sector. Paras Defence led the gains, climbing 13.5%. Meanwhile, HAL, BEL and Bharat Dynamics advanced by up to 3.5% on the BSE.
- Protest erupts in Srinagar over Khamenei killing; tear gas used March 2, 2026Police deployed tear gas to disperse protesters in Kashmir following the reported killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Mobile internet services were also slowed as authorities imposed restrictions across districts to maintain law and order amid demonstrations.
- When is the Lunar Eclipse in 2026? Date and timing in India (IST) - where to watch Chandra Grahan March 2, 2026India will witness the final stages of a lunar eclipse on March 3, 2026, coinciding with Holi. While the full eclipse occurs in the afternoon, the Moon will rise already partially obscured, offering a dimmed or shadowed view around sunset. Northeastern states may have a slightly longer viewing window.
- US F-15 down in Kuwait? Iran shares video showing fighter jet engulfed in flames, pilots ejecting March 2, 2026An American F-15 fighter jet crashed in Kuwait amid escalating Middle East tensions following the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader. While Iran's state media claimed the jet was shot down, the exact cause remains unconfirmed. Both crew members reportedly survived and were handed over to Kuwaiti authorities
- Gold price prediction: How will gold prices react this week to Middle East tensions? March 2, 2026Gold price prediction today: Rising tensions in the Middle East and developments around US, Israel and Iran are expected to keep gold prices volatile this week, says Manav Modi, Senior Analyst, Commodity Research at Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd.
- L&T data centres target $1bn revenue by 2030 March 2, 2026The engineering giant is targeting $1 billion revenue by 2030 through phased capacity growth amid India’s accelerating AI infrastructure boom.
- TCS, Infosys halt trips to Middle East as Dubai Airport closes down, employees advised to exercise caution March 2, 2026TCS and Infosys have multiple offices in the Middle East, which has been battered over the weekend due to the war in Iran. TCS told its employees that travel to the Middle East had been halted amid the closure of airports, including Dubai International Airport.
- Japanese rare earth magnet giant wants India to not 'overdo' production of key component March 2, 2026Japanese magnet giant Proterial is evaluating a manufacturing plant in India, but is concerned about crowding the market. CEO Sean Stack told Mint that ‘overdoing’ production incentives could affect the economic returns for everyone.
- Novo Holdings scales up India bets with bigger cheques, focus on mature healthcare assets March 2, 2026The life sciences investor is increasing ticket sizes and doubling down on speciality care and healthcare services as India emerges as a key deployment market in Asia.
- Chemicals maker Dorf Ketal likely defers IPO plans amid Italmatch bid March 2, 2026Gujarat's Dorf Ketal is deferring its IPO to secure ₹2,000 crore in pre-IPO funding to part-finance acquisition of Italmatch Chemicals. This acquisition, valued at $1.6-1.8 billion, will enhance its product range and European footprint.
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- L&T data centres target $1bn revenue by 2030 March 2, 2026The engineering giant is targeting $1 billion revenue by 2030 through phased capacity growth amid India’s accelerating AI infrastructure boom.
- TCS, Infosys halt trips to Middle East as Dubai Airport closes down, employees advised to exercise caution March 2, 2026TCS and Infosys have multiple offices in the Middle East, which has been battered over the weekend due to the war in Iran. TCS told its employees that travel to the Middle East had been halted amid the closure of airports, including Dubai International Airport.
- Japanese rare earth magnet giant wants India to not 'overdo' production of key component March 2, 2026Japanese magnet giant Proterial is evaluating a manufacturing plant in India, but is concerned about crowding the market. CEO Sean Stack told Mint that ‘overdoing’ production incentives could affect the economic returns for everyone.
- Novo Holdings scales up India bets with bigger cheques, focus on mature healthcare assets March 2, 2026The life sciences investor is increasing ticket sizes and doubling down on speciality care and healthcare services as India emerges as a key deployment market in Asia.
- Chemicals maker Dorf Ketal likely defers IPO plans amid Italmatch bid March 2, 2026Gujarat's Dorf Ketal is deferring its IPO to secure ₹2,000 crore in pre-IPO funding to part-finance acquisition of Italmatch Chemicals. This acquisition, valued at $1.6-1.8 billion, will enhance its product range and European footprint.
- Manjummel Boys director Chidambaram booked in sexual harassment case by Kochi police March 2, 2026
- Identify ‘pro-Iran radical preachers’: MHA warns states of possible unrest after Israel-US strikes March 2, 2026
- Gold Today Rate, March 2: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and other cities March 2, 2026
- News Today Live Updates, 2 March | Israel Targets Hezbollah in Beirut: Why is Tehran attacking Lebanon amid conflict with Iran? March 2, 2026
- Stock Market Holiday Alert: NSE, BSE to stay closed on key dates in March 2026 — Check full list March 2, 2026
- ‘I tried running to her, But I was held back’: Families wait for a glimpse — or a body — after Nagpur blast March 2, 2026