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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India climbs four spots to 45th rank in Network Readiness Index 2025
India has climbed four spots to secure the 45th position in the Network Readiness Index 2025 report, which was released on February 4, 2026. The report, prepared by the Portulans Institute based in Washington DC, highlights India's progress in its network-based readiness landscape across 127 economies. According to a Ministry of Communications release, the country improved its overall score from 53.63 in 2024 to 54.43 in 2025.

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 17:21 IST

Gross NPAs of Scheduled Commercial Banks for domestic operations reach historic low of 2.15% as of September 2025
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Updated: Feb 09, 2026 17:10 IST

Indian stock indices start fresh week in green; Sensex rises 485 points
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Updated: Feb 09, 2026 16:26 IST

"Whatever facilities you want...": Tata Chairman's high praise for Stalin
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Updated: Feb 09, 2026 16:14 IST

India equities relatively shielded from AI bubble risks due to limited exposure and balanced market: Motilal Oswal Report
Indian equity markets are relatively protected from the risks of a potential artificial intelligence (AI) bubble, owing to their limited exposure to pure-play AI companies and a more balanced market structure, according to a report by Motilal Oswal Private Wealth.

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 14:32 IST

India adopts up to 10-year tariff elimination plan while protecting sensitive crops: Centre
Phased elimination of tariffs over up to ten years has been adopted for certain intermediate products used by India's food processing industry and sourced from multiple countries.

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 14:18 IST

"Trade deals open up both India and world market": Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran; "extremely positive" about opportunities
The trade agreements with the EU, UK, UAE, and now with the US bring tremendous opportunities for India, said Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran, as he said he was "extremely positive" about the future opportunities.

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 14:09 IST

MK Stalin terms Tata Motors Passenger Vehicle JLR plant inauguration in Tamil Nadu a "golden day"
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said today is a "golden day" for his state as he inaugurated the new Tata Motors passenger vehicles and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) manufacturing facility in Panapakkam, Ranipet district.

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 13:07 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 16:25 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 16:24 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 16:22 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 16:21 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 16:21 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 16:14 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 15:39 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 15:39 IST

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