‘A serious war is going on…’: Govt assures ‘no shortage of fuel’ amid LPG supply concerns during Middle East conflict

Union minister Piyush Goyal. (ANI photo) NEW DELHI: Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday assured that India is not facing any fuel shortage despite growing volatility in global energy markets triggered by the ongoing conflict in West Asia.Addressing reporters in Tiruchirappalli, Goyal said the government is closely monitoring developments and taking proactive measures to ensure…

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Gold, silver price prediction today (March 11, 2026): Where are gold, silver headed in the near-term amid US-Iran war tensions?

The trajectory of bullion prices could depend on the duration & intensity of the conflict as global investors reassess risk exposure. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold prices have been stuck in a range for some time now and developments on the US-Iran front will determine trajectory, says Maneesh Sharma, AVP – Commodities &…

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‘Higher food prices, cost-of-living likely: UN warns of ripple effects if Strait of Hormuz shuts amid Iran war

The United Nations on Tuesday warned of “significant risks” to global trade and development, including higher food prices and cost-of-living pressures, if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed amid the ongoing Middle East conflict.A report by the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) said the military escalation following US–Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran’s…

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Oil price today (March 11, 2026): Crude falls to $88 a barrel after IEA proposes largest oil reserve release

Oil prices fell to around $88 per barrel after a report said that the International Energy Agency (IEA) is considering a record release of emergency oil reserves to stabilise global markets amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East, according to Bloomberg.According to a report by the Wall Street Journal, the proposed release could exceed…

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Banks shielded, oil spike may hurt: Moody’s

MUMBAI: Rating agency Moody’s Ratings and its Indian affiliate Icra said the West Asia conflict should have limited near-term impact on India’s banking system, though a prolonged oil spike could dent growth and lift inflation.Moody’s baseline view sees banking outlook stable and real GDP growth at 6.4% in FY27; credit/deposit growth broadly aligned, loan growth…

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