Sensex jumps over 2,350 points in 3 sessions— Why is stock market rising despite US-Iran war, elevated crude oil price? by Live mint | March 18, 2026 12:10 pm | Indian Stocks, Market, News The Sensex and the Nifty are up for the third consecutive session. Over these three sessions, the 30-share pack has gained more than 2,350 points, or over 3%, while the NSE counterpart has jumped nearly 700 points, or almost 3%.