Stock indices down 1.3% as oil prices keep investors anxious Benchmark stock indices fell 1.3% for the third consecutive session of the week, driven by rising oil prices and concerns over supply disruptions following Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The Nifty 50 opened steady at 24,656.40 points but later dropped to a day’s low of 24,415.75 before closing at 24,450.5 points. The Sensex 30 also declined by 1.4%, ending at 78,918.90 points. Of the 21 sectoral indices on Nifty, only three closed higher than the previous day, with most indices falling nearly 2% from their prior close. About 55% of actively traded stocks on the National Stock Exchange and Bombay Stock Exchange declined, reflecting broad-based negative sentiment. This is slightly better than the previous day’s performance, which saw a market meltdown after Iran’s actions. The week had only four trading sessions due to a holiday on March 3, 2026, marking Holi. Markets declined on three of the four days, with a brief relief on March 5. The primary driver of the market weakness remains elevated oil prices. Brent crude futures closed at $90.64 on March 6, 2026, as fears of supply shocks intensified. The Strait of Hormuz blockade has heightened anxieties, with experts warning that the cost of rerouting oil supplies, freight, and insurance will keep prices high. The Indian rupee also weakened, closing 6 paise lower at 91.70 against the U.S. dollar in range-bound trading amid regional tensions. Analysts noted that investors are shifting toward safe-haven assets and adopting a cautious stance, awaiting clarity on the situation in the Strait of Hormuz. Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit Investments Limited, advised against panic selling and emphasized the importance of a long-term perspective.#iran #strait_of_hormuz #nifty_50 #geojit_investments_limited #vinod_nair
Dalal Street Blues: Sensex falls 1,100 points, closes below 79,000 after 10 months MUMBAI: The Indian stock market experienced a significant downturn on Friday as geopolitical tensions in West Asia and global market conditions dragged the Sensex down by nearly 1,100 points. The benchmark index closed below the 79,000 mark for the first time since April 2025, marking a notable decline. Banks were among the worst performers as foreign investors continued to sell shares, according to dealers. The Sensex opened the session weak, dropping around 350 points from Thursday’s close at 80,016, primarily due to an overnight sell-off in U.S. markets. The index remained in the red throughout the session, hitting an intra-day low of 78,812 before closing at 78,919, a decline of 1,097 points or 1.4%. The Nifty 50 on the National Stock Exchange also fell, losing 315 points (1.3%) to close at 24,450. Market volatility spiked sharply, with the India VIX, often referred to as the fear gauge, closing 11% higher. Investors faced a net loss of approximately Rs 3.2 lakh crore, pushing the BSE’s market capitalization to Rs 449.7 lakh crore. Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) continued their selling trend, with a net outflow of Rs 6,030 crore on the day. Over the past four sessions, FPIs have withdrawn nearly Rs 21,600 crore, equivalent to about $2.4 billion. Analysts attributed the sell-off to rising oil prices, which could dampen investor sentiment and impact India’s fiscal and inflationary outlook. Vinod Nair of Geojit Investments noted that higher U.S. 10-year bond yields and a stronger dollar have prompted FPIs to adopt a risk-averse stance toward Indian equities. In the commodities segment, crude oil futures on the MCX platform surged sharply, hitting consecutive upper circuit levels.#mumbai #sensex #nifty_50 #foreign_portfolio_investors #geojit_investments
Phillipp Mwene träumt von einer WM-Begegnung mit Lionel Messi und schwärmt von seiner Zeit bei Mainz 05 Phillipp Mwene, der aktuelle Profi bei Mainz 05, sieht in seiner Karriere eine wichtige Station und träumt von einer WM-Begegnung mit dem argentinischen Star. Der 25-Jährige, der einst für den VfB Stuttgart spielte, spricht über seine Erfahrungen im Verein, die Herausforderungen im Kampf um den Klassenerhalt und seine Ziele in der Bundesliga. Mwene betont, wie wichtig die eigenen Spiele für Mainz 05 sind. „Wir müssen unseren guten Lauf nutzen, um noch mehr Punkte zu holen“, sagt er. Die Mannschaft stehe vor der Herausforderung, den Klassenerhalt zu sichern, nachdem sie in der Hinrunde knapp an wichtigen Punkten vorbeigeschlittert sei. Gegen den HSV und Leverkusen habe Mainz 05 zwar gute Chancen erarbeitet, doch die unglücklichen Ausgleiche hätten den Abstiegskampf erschwert. Der Spieler, der in der Jugend beim VfB Stuttgart trainierte, erinnert sich an die Tafelspitz-Anekdote aus seiner Zeit in Stuttgart. „Das war gleich an meinem ersten Tag. Es gab Tafelspitz zum Mittagessen. Den mochte ich noch nie, er war total zäh, eine absolute Katastrophe“, lacht Mwene. Doch die Erfahrungen im Internat hätten ihn als Fußballer geprägt. Mwene betont, dass Mainz 05 eine Mannschaft sei, die auf Erfahrung bau. „Einige Spieler – wie ich – machen den Abstiegskampf jetzt schon das dritte Mal mit. Wir wollen die Ruhe ausstrahlen, um alle mitzuziehen und daran zu glauben, den Klassenerhalt immer schaffen zu können“, erklärt er. Die Wintertransfers hätten die Mannschaft gestärkt, und Mwene ist zuversichtlich, dass Mainz 05 den Klassenerhalt schaffen wird. Der Spieler, der in der Bundesliga und der Conference League eingesetzt wird, sieht in der Europapokalsaison eine Chance, die Mannschaft zu zeigen.#vfB_stuttgart #mainz_05 #philipp_mwene #lionel_messi #conference_league
William Bøving: Kein Vorwurf – Konkurrenz behindert Karriere? William Bøving hat wohl nicht mit der Entwicklung im 1. FSV Mainz 05 gerechnet. Nach einem starken Start in der Bundesliga, als er nach dem Amtsantritt von Trainer Urs Fischer in der Startelf stand und sogar einen Assist erzielte, spielte der 23-Jährige in den folgenden zehn Partien nur noch zwei Mal kurz als Joker mit. Vor dem Bundesliga-Spiel gegen den VfB Stuttgart (7. März, 15:30 Uhr) erklärte Fischer, wie er die Situation des Offensivspielers bewertet. Der Trainer betonte, dass es bei Bøving keine Defizite gebe. „Ich kann ihm eigentlich keinen Vorwurf machen. Er gibt im Training immer sein Bestes“, sagte Fischer. Die begrenzten Einsatzzeiten seien nicht auf mangelnde Leistung zurückzuführen, sondern auf die starke Konkurrenzsituation im Kader. „Die anderen Spieler machen es einfach gut. Dann sehe ich mich nicht veranlasst, etwas zu verändern“, erklärte der Coach. Fischer beobachtete, dass Bøving weiterhin versuche, sich durch Trainingseindrücke für mehr Spielzeit zu empfehlen. „Er versucht, seinen Job zu machen, bestmöglich abzuliefern und sich interessant zu machen, damit er mehr Minuten bekommt“, so der Trainer. Angesichts der großen Kadergröße von 33 Spielern sei es jedoch nicht möglich, für alle regelmäßig Einsätze zu gewährleisten. „Bei einem Kader dieser Größe werde ich es nicht hinbekommen“, gestand Fischer ein. Der Trainer betonte, dass die Situation vor allem auf die guten Leistungen der anderen Spieler zurückzuführen sei. „Es muss nicht immer etwas Negatives sein.“ Die Statistik zeigt, dass Bøving in den letzten vier Spielzeiten durchschnittlich 2.372 Minuten (78%) gespielt hat, während andere Spieler bis zu 2.688 Minuten (88%) absolvierten. Fischers Kader ist mit 33 Spielern besonders groß, was die Auswahl auf die Plätze erschwert.#bundesliga #william_boving #1_fsv_mainz_05 #urs_fischer #vf_b_stuttgart
Bundesliga Match Coverage: Mainz 05 vs. VfB Stuttgart Live Streaming and TV Details The Bundesliga will host a match between Mainz 05 and VfB Stuttgart on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 15:30. The game, part of the 25th round, will take place at the Mewa Arena in Rheinhessen. SPOX provides details on how to watch the match live. The broadcast rights for the game are exclusive to pay-TV providers. Sky will cover the match, with coverage starting at 15:15 on Sky Bundesliga 01 and Sky Sport Top Event. The match will be commented on by Toni Tomic. For live streaming, a SkyGo subscription or access via WOW is required. DAZN will also provide coverage, starting at 14:00. Mainz 05, currently ranked 12th in the Bundesliga, has shown mixed performance this season. Despite a recent draw against Leverkusen, the team remains just above the relegation zone. Their strong showing in the match against Leverkusen, despite the injury absence of Nadiem Amiri, highlights their potential. VfB Stuttgart, on the other hand, is in excellent form, having secured 13 points from their last six league games. The team, ranked fourth, is in a strong position for the Champions League spots. With 46 points, they are tied with third-place Hoffenheim. The match details include the date, time, and location. The teams' recent form is summarized in a table, showing their results and performance metrics. The direct head-to-head record between Mainz 05 and VfB Stuttgart is also listed, with the latest five encounters. The Bundesliga standings show Mainz 05 at 26 points, while VfB Stuttgart is at 46 points. Both teams are in the race for European qualification, with the Europa Conference League spots up for grabs. For international viewers, using a VPN like NordVPN allows access to live streams from abroad.#dazn #mainz_05 #vfB_stuttgart #mewa_arena #sky_bundesliga_01
GPAT 2026 Cutoff: Marks, Percentile, and Category-Wise Score The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) will release the GPAT 2026 cutoff by April 7, 2026, to determine eligibility for national stipends and M.Pharm admissions. This cutoff, announced alongside the official results on natboard.edu.in, is influenced by factors such as the number of candidates, the 500-mark scoring cap, and the exam’s difficulty level. To secure seats in prestigious institutions like NIPER, candidates must achieve an All India Rank (AIR) under 500, reflecting heightened competition and a 10% cap on qualifying candidates, despite the requirement of a 50th percentile (General) for basic eligibility. Qualifying scores are tied to specific percentiles, with the minimum threshold ensuring access to the AICTE stipend of ₹12,400 monthly. GPAT 2026 scores remain valid for three years from the result declaration date. The distinction between cutoff marks and cutoff rank is critical: cutoff marks represent the minimum qualifying score, while cutoff rank, determined by participating institutes during admissions, dictates seat allocation in specialized programs like Pharmaceutics or Pharmacology. Candidates must clear the national qualifying percentile and aim for a high AIR to secure placements in top pharmacy colleges. The qualifying percentile varies by category, with reserved groups (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwBD) receiving lower benchmarks. For instance, SC/ST candidates typically require 45–50% of the marks needed by unreserved applicants. Historical data shows general category cutoffs fluctuating between 163 and 216 marks, influenced by the complexity of the exam’s Pharmacology and Pharmaceutics sections. The percentile system, which normalizes scores based on relative performance, ensures fairness by ranking candidates against the entire test-taker pool.#gp_at_2026 #niper #aict_e #pharmaceutics
NBEMS GPAT Admit Card 2026 Release Expected Soon The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) is preparing to release the admit card for the Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) 2026. The document will be made available on the official website, natboard.edu.in, in the near future. Candidates are advised to regularly check the site for updates regarding the release of the admit card and other related notifications. The GPAT 2026 examination is scheduled to take place on March 7, 2026. Students are encouraged to use this information to plan their preparation effectively. The exam date is a critical milestone for aspirants, and timely access to the admit card will be essential for ensuring smooth participation in the test. Key dates associated with the GPAT 2026 process include the release of the city intimation slip, which is expected on February 24, 2026. This slip will provide candidates with details about their assigned examination center. The results of the exam are anticipated to be declared in April 2026, though the exact date has not been finalized. To download the GPAT 2026 admit card, candidates must follow specific steps. First, they should visit the official website, natboard.edu.in, and log in using their registered user ID and password. Upon successful login, the admit card will be displayed on the screen. It is recommended to download and print a physical copy for future reference. Additionally, candidates should ensure they have their login credentials ready and are familiar with the website’s navigation to avoid any delays. The NBEMS has emphasized the importance of staying updated with the official website for all notifications related to the GPAT 2026. This includes changes to the admit card release date, exam schedule, or other procedural updates.#nbems #gpats #natboard_edu_in #graduate_pharmacy_aptitude_test #admit_card
GPAT 2026 Exam Concluded: Question Paper Analysis, Answer Key Release, and Expected Cut Off The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) conducted the GPAT 2026 exam on March 7, 2026, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. The online examination included 125 questions across subjects such as Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Allied Subjects, Pharmaceutics & Allied Subjects, Pharmacology & Allied Subjects, Pharmacognosy & Allied Subjects, and other B.Pharm course topics. The exam carried a total of 500 marks with a negative marking of 1 mark for each incorrect answer. Candidates who registered for the exam took the paper online, and the question paper was displayed on computer screens. The analysis of the exam, based on feedback from test-takers, indicates that the difficulty level varied across sections. Pharmaceutical Chemistry was identified as the most challenging topic, while Miscellaneous sections covering Analysis, Biochemistry, and Microbiology were also prominent. The NBEMS is expected to release the official answer key by March 11, 2026, following which candidates can calculate their scores. Coaching institutes will also provide unofficial answer keys and question paper PDFs soon. The GPAT 2026 result and cutoff scores are anticipated to be announced by April 7, 2026, with the results available as downloadable PDF files on the natboard.edu.in website. The exam’s marking scheme includes +4 marks for each correct answer and -1 mark for each wrong response. The weightage distribution of questions is as follows: Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Allied Subjects (38 questions, 152 marks), Pharmaceutics & Allied Subjects (38 questions, 152 marks), Pharmacology & Allied Subjects (28 questions, 112 marks), Other B.#nbeams #gpats_2026 #pharmaceutical_chemistry #pharmaceutics_allied_subjects #pharmacology_allied_subjects
IFL 2025-26: Namdhari FC holds Gokulam Kerala to 1-1 drawGokulam had taken the lead through Thabiso Brown’s first-half strike, but Seilenthang Lotjem pegged it back with an equaliser in the second half. Gokulam had taken the lead through Thabiso Brown’s first-half strike, but Seilenthang Lotjem pegged it back with an equaliser in the second half. #IFL_2025-26 #Gokulam_Kerala #Thabiso_Brown #Seilenthang_Lotjem #Lotjem_pegged #first-half_strike #holds_Gokulam #Thabiso #Brown #Seilenthang
Priyanka Chopra recalls piercing her belly button in the back of a cab: “I was that quintessential 90s girl” Priyanka Chopra recently reflected on her early journey from beauty pageants to global stardom. Speaking on the Going Rogue podcast, the actor looked back at her teenage years and how quickly life changed after entering the world of pageants. Priyanka first stepped into the spotlight when she participated in the Femina Miss India competition as a teenager. She later went on to win the prestigious Miss World 2000 title at the age of 18, a victory that transformed her life and launched her career in the entertainment industry. Recalling that phase, Priyanka said she had no modelling experience when she entered the pageant and the entire process felt overwhelming for someone so young. The sudden exposure and responsibilities forced her to mature quickly. Talking about her personal style during those years, Priyanka admitted that she was not particularly fashion-focused growing up. She said, “I wasn’t a fashion girl growing up. I was that quintessential 90s girl. ”She also shared a humorous memory about her love for belly button piercings at the time. Priyanka revealed that she once ended up piercing it again while travelling in a cab. “I loved my belly button ring. I had to get it re-pierced once in the back of a cab,” she recalled. Looking back, the actor described those years as a time of rapid change and learning. Winning Miss World at such a young age brought... #Priyanka_Chopra #Priyanka #Chopra #Chopra_recalls #Chopra_recently #Miss_World #global_stardom #recently_reflected #early_journey #beauty_pageants
Hyderabad’s hockey stadium undergoes long-overdue facelift before Hockey World Cup QualifiersIn recent years, Hyderabad’s hockey stadium had fallen into neglect, with the sport largely fading from the city’s sporting imagination – until now. In recent years, Hyderabad’s hockey stadium had fallen into neglect, with the sport largely fading from the city’s sporting imagination – until now. #Hyderabad #World_Cup #Hockey_World #recent_years #Cup_QualifiersIn #hockey_stadium #sporting_imagination #sport_largely #largely_fading #undergoes_long-overdue
