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While the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami is marked by worship and celebration across the country, a sharp rise in gold and silver prices in the bullion market has surprised investors and buyers. This surge in prices within a few hours has created a stir in the market. Experts believe that domestic factors, as well as international circumstances, are responsible for this.
On March 26, the price of 24-carat gold in Delhi rose to ₹1,46,830 per 10 grams, while 22-carat gold reached ₹1,34,610 per 10 grams. Compared to the previous day, the price of gold increased by approximately ₹4,900, or 3.38 percent, to ₹1,49,700 per 10 grams. This rise has left buyers confused.
The festival of Ram Navami is being celebrated with devotion and enthusiasm across the country today, March 26. The Indian stock market is also closed on this occasion. According to the official holiday list of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE), there will be no trading in any segment today.
The equity segment, equity derivatives, currency derivatives, and interest rate derivatives segments will be completely closed today. Segments such as NDS-RST and tri-party repo will also remain closed. This means that investors will be unable to buy or sell shares today.
In a horrific accident in Bangladesh's Rajbari district, at least 23 people were killed when a passenger bus plunged into the Padma River, while several others are still missing. The accident has caused widespread panic in the area, and rescue operations are underway.
According to reports, the bus was traveling from Rajbari to Dhaka and was carrying approximately 40 passengers. The accident occurred near Daulatdia Ferry Terminal No. 3 at around 5 p.m. on Wednesday. The bus was reportedly attempting to board a ferry when it collided with a utility ferry. The force of the impact caused the driver to lose control, and the bus plunged into the river.
Eight people were burned to death in a tragic road accident in Andhra Pradesh's Prakasam district on Thursday. The accident occurred near Rayavaram when a private travel bus collided with a tipper lorry.
According to police, the impact of the collision was so severe that the bus caught fire immediately, engulfing the entire bus within seconds. The fire spread so rapidly that many passengers did not even have a chance to escape.
The Sri Lankan Navy has arrested seven fishermen from Tamil Nadu for allegedly crossing the international maritime border. According to reports, the fishermen were allegedly fishing in Sri Lankan waters, prompting the Navy to take action.
The incident occurred near Neduntheevu, where the fishermen were fishing with their two boats. The Sri Lankan Navy intercepted and detained them and took them to the Kankesanthurai Naval Base for questioning.
Amidst rising tensions in the Middle East, a major relief news has come to India. Iran has opened the Strait of Hormuz to its friendly countries, including India. This will now allow Indian ships to pass through this vital sea route without major obstacles. This decision comes at a time of growing global concerns about energy supplies.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most important oil supply routes. India imports a large portion of its oil and gas through this route. Therefore, its opening is expected to improve the supply of petrol, diesel, LPG, and fertilizers. If this route had remained closed for a longer period, fuel prices in India could have risen and the supply crisis could have deepened.
On the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Navratri, Maha Ashtami is being celebrated with reverence and devotion today. This day is considered especially significant for the worship of Maa Mahagauri, the eighth form of Goddess Durga. According to religious beliefs, worship performed on this day reaches the Goddess directly and bestows special benefits upon devotees.
This year, Navratri began on March 19th, and Maha Ashtami is being celebrated on March 26th. According to the calendar, Ashtami Tithi began at 1:50 pm on March 25th and ended at 11:48 am on March 26th. Based on the Udayatithi, the Maha Ashtami fast and puja are being observed today. Worshiping Maa Mahagauri alleviates life's hardships and brings happiness and prosperity.
A significant change in weather is expected in the Delhi-NCR region on March 26. Skies will remain overcast, and several areas may experience light rain accompanied by mild thunder and lightning. This will make the weather cooler and more pleasant for a brief period. In Delhi, the maximum temperature is likely to hover around 34°C, while the minimum is expected to be 18°C. Residents of Noida and Agra may also find some respite from the heat due to light rainfall.
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