Absorbing the Shock Due to WAR: What India’s Latest Fuel Tax Cut Really Signals

Late Friday, the Centre reduced the special additional excise duty on petrol from ₹13 to ₹3 per litre, and on diesel from ₹10 to zero.

Stock Market Today (8 April 2026): Sensex Surges Nearly 2800 Points, Nifty Crosses 23,900; Gold and Silver Prices Stay Firm

The BSE Sensex surged nearly 2,700–2,800 points to reclaim the 77,200 mark, while the NSE Nifty 50 crossed the crucial 23,900 level, gaining over 3 percent during the session

Iran-Israel War Ceasefire: Trump Pauses Strikes, Hormuz Talks Set for Islamabad — April 8, 2026

Trump announces a two-week ceasefire with Iran hours before threatening to wipe out its civilisation. Strait of Hormuz to reopen. Peace talks scheduled in Islamabad on April 10. Full breakdown of Day 40 of the Iran-Israel war.

Iran-Israel War Latest Updates: Trump Warns of ‘Civilisation End’, Fresh Attacks Hit Israel

Over the last 24 hours, multiple areas in Israel reported incoming projectiles, triggering air raid sirens and emergency responses. Interception systems were activated in cities including Tel Aviv and nearby regions, with visuals showing missile