Union Minister Piyush Goyal meets global industry leaders to deepen manufacturing and trade ties

The meetings were inclined towards bolstering India's manufacturing capabilities and deepening its integration into global supply chains. The discussions focused on expanding investment partnerships and enhancing India's role as a critical hub in the Indo-Pacific region.

Updated: Mar 12, 2026 21:49 IST

India market "relatively resilient" compared to its Asian peers as energy, supply shocks loom amid West Asia conflict, says Natixis economist
The deepening conflict in West Asia has placed the Indian economy and the broader Asian region in the "eye of the storm," as supply chain disruptions and surging energy costs threaten to trigger a significant negative growth shock.

Updated: Mar 12, 2026 20:07 IST

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Updated: Mar 13, 2026 00:08 IST

PM Modi speaks to Iranian President Pezeshkian, voices concern over escalating West Asia conflict

 "Had a conversation with Iranian President, Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, to discuss the serious situation in the region. Expressed deep concern over the escalation of tensions and the loss of civilian lives as well as damage to civilian infrastructure," PM Modi posted on X.

Updated: Mar 12, 2026 16:31 IST

India rejects Pakistan's "baseless allegations" of aggravating skirmishes with Afghanistan

 India on Thursday rejected Pakistan's allegations of aggravating skirmishes with Afghanistan, calling them "baseless" and accusing Pakistan of blaming others for its own misdeeds.

Updated: Mar 10, 2026 22:05 IST

Taking proactive steps to maximize LPG production in line with government guidelines: Reliance Industries

 Reliance Industries said on Tuesday that it is taking proactive steps in line with the Government guidelines to maximize LPG production from its refining and petrochemicals complexes at Jamnagar, the world's largest integrated refining hub.

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 16:35 IST

PM Modi is compromised, will get exposed if discussion happens on West Asia in Parliament, says Rahul Gandhi

 The Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Monday said the government is not willing to discuss the West Asian crisis in the Parliament, as it will unravel how Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been compromised by the US and Israel.

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 15:04 IST

Discussion in Parliament on West Asia conflict unlikely say sources

 There will be no discussions in Parliament on the West Asia Conflict. According to parliamentary rules, there are no provisions for discussion if a suo motto statement is made by a minister on an urgent matter, according to sources.

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 12:51 IST

"Fuel prices are rising day by day:" Congress MP KC Venugopal on West Asia Crisis

 Congress MP K.C. Venugopal demanded a full-fledged discussion in Parliament on the evolving crisis in West Asia on Monday, asserting that a comprehensive debate on the "Western countries' crisis is needed.

Updated: Mar 08, 2026 20:59 IST

Samson, Kishan, Dube's blitz lead India to record 255/6 in T20 World Cup final against New Zealand

 India posted the highest total ever in the final of a T20 World Cup final. Dube slammed an unbeaten 26 off just 8 balls. He smashed James Neesham for 24 runs in the final over.

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 17:39 IST

BJP and Congress issue 'three-line whip' to Lok Sabha MPs to attend House proceedings from March 9 to 11

 The second phase of the Budget session starts on March 9, and it is scheduled to go up to April 2, during which essential legislative and other business is expected to be addressed primarily.

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 17:05 IST

Indian Embassy in Doha issues travel advisory for Indians in Qatar amid West Asia tensions

 In an advisory issued on Friday, the Embassy provided a registration link for stranded Indian nationals in Qatar on transit to facilitate obtaining a temporary transit visa for Saudi Arabia. Indians who have confirmed tickets for travelling out of Saudi Arabia can utilise the link.

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 12:05 IST

"Exploitation of a compromised individual": Rahul Gandhi slams Centre over foreign policy after US announces waiver on Russian oil purchase

 Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Friday described Indian foreign policy as "exploitation of a compromised individual," after the United States allowed a waiver for India to purchase Russian oil, amid shipping routes passing through the Strait of Hormuz being hampered.

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Airtel, Jio gain wireless subscribers in December; Vodafone Idea, BSNL continue to lose users
TRAI's month-on-month data showed that Bharti Airtel added 5.42 million subscribers. Reliance Jio added approximately 2.96 million wireless subscribers during the month.

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 17:06 IST

Indian stock indices extend gains over US trade deal, positive global cues
Indian stock indices settled higher on Tuesday, extending gains from the previous session, with analysts attributing it to the interim trade deal with the US, the possible return of foreign institutional investors, and positive cues from other Asian markets.

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 16:23 IST

New Aadhaar app designed around principle of "data minimisation", strengthens security: Dy DG UIDAI
"Aadhaar does not always mean sharing all attributes. Even two or three attributes, like name or photograph, may be sufficient. The data shared is e-signed, verified and comes directly from Aadhaar, ensuring authenticity while reducing compliance burden for companies," he said.

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 15:59 IST

India’s ECB touch USD 4.43 billion in December; Air India, IndiGo emerge as major aviation borrowers
A review of the data shows that ECB funds during the month were primarily utilised for import of capital goods, new project execution, modernisation of facilities, and on-lending by financial institutions. Manufacturing, financial services, infrastructure and transportation sectors accounted for a significant share of the borrowings, underlining continued investment activity across the economy. External Commercial Borrowings refer to loans raised by Indian entities from non-resident lenders in foreign currency or rupee-denominated bonds.

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 15:30 IST

"This landmark move for REITs supports their long-term growth"; Indian REITs Association hails RBI's move to allow direct bank loans
Announced by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra during the latest Monetary Policy Committee meeting, this policy shift is expected to provide the commercial real estate sector with much-needed access to stable, long-term capital. According to the association, "This landmark move strengthens the financial framework for REITs and supports their long-term growth."

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 15:29 IST

Mutual Fund AUM shoots to over Rs 81 lakh crore in January: AMFI data

The industry's average AUM stood at Rs 82,01,174.62 crore for the month. Investor participation remained strong, with total mutual fund folios increasing to 26.63 crore as of January 2026, reflecting the addition of 50.6 lakh net folios during the month.

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 15:27 IST

India focuses on indigenous rare earth permanent magnets to bolster EV ecosystem: Minister Kumaraswamy
India aims to focus on domestic manufacturing of sintered rare earth permanent magnets used in electric vehicles as part of a broader push to deepen its electric mobility, clean manufacturing ecosystem and reduce import dependence, Union Heavy Industries Minister HD Kumaraswamy said today.

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 14:59 IST

Concerns around competitiveness, affordability, and economic security central to climate discussions: Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog

Speaking at a release event of 'Viksit Bharat & Net Zero' sectoral reports on Transport, Industry and Power, Bery emphasised the need for greater clarity in India's climate and energy policy framework, invoking the Tinbergen Assignment Rule to argue that policymakers must clearly align policy instruments with well-defined goals.

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 14:26 IST

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TrainingsKart Study Reveals Most Popular Online Courses in India for 2026

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 11:46 IST

Suraj Estate Developers Limited Acquires Hally Pacific Private Limited with a potential of ~ Rs200 crore GDV project in Prabhadevi

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 11:46 IST

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Updated: Feb 24, 2026 11:45 IST

UN Road Safety Envoy Jean Todt Slams Fake Helmets, Calls for Urgent Nationwide Enforcement to End India's Unacceptable 15% Share of Global Road Deaths

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 11:44 IST

Stallion India Fluorochemicals Secures Strategic Land Parcel for Next-Generation HFO Manufacturing Facility

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 11:30 IST

VideoCX.io launches India's first AI-powered Video PD to strengthen credit underwriting for the lending world

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 11:13 IST

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Updated: Feb 24, 2026 11:02 IST

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