Indian exporters have flagged fresh concerns over logistics disruptions and rising costs after the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, triggering retaliatory attacks and escalating tensions across the Middle East.Industry bodies said prolonged instability in the region could disrupt key shipping corridors, push up marine insurance premiums and increase transportation costs, affecting outbound shipments…

Investor wealth surged by Rs 15.80 lakh crore over two trading sessions as equities rebounded sharply amid a decline in crude oil prices and growing hopes of de-escalation in the West Asia conflict.Stock markets have been gaining for the past two days, with the BSE Sensex rising 2,577.06 points or 3.54 per cent. On Wednesday,…

The Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday announced fresh restrictions on authorised dealers (ADs) in the foreign exchange market following a “review of evolving market conditions”, as the rupee remains under pressure, according to PTI.In a late-evening notification, the central bank said ADs — banks authorised to deal in foreign exchange — will not be…