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Activity at the volcano in the Philippines sent lava and pyroclastic flows down the volcano’s flanks and prompted evacuations in nearby communities.

International banks signalled strong confidence in the Greek banking sector’s outlook for 2026, highlighting resilient credit expansion, solid asset quality and growing investor demand. This follows meetings with major lenders including Eurobank, Alpha Bank, National Bank of Greece, Piraeus Bank and the Bank of Cyprus. According to Greek business outlet Newmoney, the above assessment was […]

Indian auto stocks have seen a significant drop. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are impacting crude oil prices and causing gas shortages. This is affecting the production of raw materials and industrial output for auto companies. Several major auto manufacturers and suppliers are at risk of production losses. Investors are closely watching for potential impacts on production lines.

The Chinese government has unveiled a slight bump in pensions for rural residents, a decision that has led to widespread outcry for greater assistance. With the cost of living outpacing their income, many rural seniors are struggling, especially compared to urban retirees who enjoy much higher pension payouts. This situation brings to light the prevalent economic imbalances across the nation.

Senate Republicans and Democrats failed to reach an agreement to fund the Transportation Security Administration, leading to disruptions at some airports. Absences by TSA officers are increasing as they miss paychecks, raising concerns for the upcoming busy spring break travel season. Both parties are blaming each other for the ongoing funding standoff.

BofA Securities acquired 1.16 lakh shares of Kaynes Technology India for Rs 42 crore in a block deal, a 3% discount to the previous day's closing price. The sellers were Kadensa Master Fund and Bluepearl Map I LP.

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Chile and the US have signed a joint statement to begin discussions on rare earths and other types of critical minerals, Chile's foreign ministry said on Thursday. The first meeting will take place within the next two weeks, it added. Areas of potential coordination include public and private financing for mining projects, the management of scrap for minerals recycling, and exploration for new projects that could help boost minerals supplies in both countries.

Shares of HPCL, BPCL and IOC are likely to remain in focus as crude oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel again amid escalating Iran Israel US tensions. Iran’s leadership warned the Strait of Hormuz could remain closed, raising concerns about supply disruption and potential margin pressure for Indian oil marketing companies.

According to US President Donald Trump, Iran's newly appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is recovering from injuries but remains alive. Khamenei's official remarks first surfaced on Thursday, following his selection the previous Sunday. The situation escalated when the US and Israel initiated military operations against Iran on February 28, leading to Iran's counterstrikes.

The department has been partly hamstrung since February 14 amid a clash over reforms to ICE and CBP.

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Police are investigating a violent brawl in Sydney's west. Two men were shot during the incident. Authorities believe the victims may have links to organised crime. The shooting occurred after what police describe as a planned meeting. The injured men were found by police after a vehicle pursuit. They are in stable condition.

In Lebanon, the toll of relentless warfare and Hezbollah's proxy battles has led to a profound exhaustion among its people. Tired of witnessing destruction and displacement, the population is increasingly questioning the group's decisions and its dependence on Iranian support.

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ONGC and Oil India shares have surged this year, outperforming the Nifty Oil & Gas index despite a sector-wide decline. Experts anticipate further upside for these upstream oil producers due to the escalating Iran-Israel crisis and potential crude oil price hikes, with a strong medium-term outlook.