Nifty 50, Sensex Today: Indian Stock Market Expectations Amid Escalating US-Iran War
Indian stock markets are set to open lower on March 23, 2026, due to heightened geopolitical tensions from the US-Iran conflict. Gift Nifty signals a gap-down start with over 300 points decline, reflecting weak global cues. Market Opening and Levels Sensex opened sharply down at 73,080.35, dropping 1,452.61 points, while
PM Modi Becomes Longest-Serving Head of Elected Government, Completes 8,931 Days in Office
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has achieved a historic milestone by becoming India’s longest-serving head of an elected government. He surpassed Pawan Kumar Chamling’s record of 8,930 days as Chief Minister of Sikkim, reaching 8,931 days in total. Career Timeline Modi first became Chief Minister of Gujarat on October 7, 2001,
Iran Vows Full Hormuz Closure if US Strikes Power Plants
Iranian officials reiterated threats of “complete closure” of the Strait of Hormuz on March 21, 2026, if US attacks its power infrastructure, as warned by President Trump in response to the ongoing blockade. Escalating Rhetoric IRGC, parliament, and VP unified: any power plant strikes trigger Hormuz shutdown until repairs, plus
Modi’s Milestone: A Leadership Record
Longest-Serving Elected Leader Reflects Political Continuity Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached a significant milestone in India’s political journey, becoming the longest-serving elected head of government in the country, completing over 8,900 days in public office across state and national roles. This achievement reflects not just longevity, but also sustained
LPG shortage concerns: is artificial scarcity fueling the crisis?
Stronger Action Needed Against Black Market Practices Amid growing concerns over a shortage of LPG cylinders in several parts of the country, the government has maintained that there is no actual deficit in fuel supply. Officials have assured that adequate stock is available to meet demand across sectors. However, the
Indian Navy Issues Warning Near Oman
Maritime Vigilance Strengthens India’s Strategic Readiness In a significant development highlighting India’s growing maritime alertness, Indian Navy warships operating near Oman reportedly issued warnings after detecting a suspected Pakistani P-3 Orion surveillance aircraft on guard frequency. The incident comes at a time of rising regional tensions, underlining the importance of
Youth: A Light, Honest Coming-of-Age Tale
Ken Karunaas Brings Simplicity and Charm to the Screen In an era of high-concept cinema, Youth stands out for its simplicity and relatability. Written, directed, and headlined by Ken Karunaas, the film explores adolescence through a light-hearted yet meaningful lens, making it a refreshing watch for younger audiences. At its
Mammootty-Mohanlal’s Patriot to Open IFFLA 2026
Mahesh Narayanan’s espionage thriller Patriot, starring Malayalam icons Mammootty and Mohanlal, will open the 24th Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) on April 23, 2026—their first on-screen reunion in 18 years since Twenty:20. Festival Lineup IFFLA features 27 films from 14 countries, including Anusha Rizvi’s The Great Shamsuddin Family as closer, plus shorts/docs
Anupam Kher Praises Dhurandhar 2 Sequel Highly
Veteran actor Anupam Kher lauded Dhurandhar 2 (aka Dhurandhar: The Revenge) on March 22, 2026, declaring “every Indian will be proud of this film,” while calling director Aditya Dhar a “rockstar” for his bold storytelling. Film Reception The Ranveer Singh-starrer sequel has dominated box office, crossing ₹100 crore by day 3 with strong