Cyclone Murasu begins landfall near Ongole in Andhra Pradesh, winds reach 120 kmph

Easing crude oil prices and hopes of Middle East de-escalation support sentiment, even as global markets remain under pressure

The US struck Iran's Qeshm Island, pushing oil prices up 0.5% in early Asian trade. The attacks have revived concerns over an escalation of the conflict and prolonged disruption to oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.

The bilateral exercise brings together the two countries’ armed forces for joint training in humanitarian assistance, disaster response and operational coordination

Investor optimism also grew after reports that Sebi proposed scrapping long-term capital gains tax for foreign investors.