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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SEBI Chairman calls data "new plumbing of capital markets", urges strong governance, cyber resilience
"For decades, when we spoke of market infrastructure, we meant exchanges, clearing corporations, depositories etc. Today, there is another layer of infrastructure that is just as critical, though largely invisible data," he said. "Data is the new plumbing of capital markets: unseen, indispensable, and powerful. In this world, the quality of data, the security around it, and the governance frameworks that guide its use matter as much as capital and liquidity themselves," he added.

Updated: Feb 07, 2026 18:41 IST

India-US trade agreement along with other FTAs positive for Indian economy: SBI Chairman

While responding to a question by ANI on the India-US trade deal at a press conference, Setty said, "It's not only the India-US deal, but also other trade deals, whether it is with the EU or the FTA with the UK in the past, all these are extremely positive for the Indian economy."

Updated: Feb 07, 2026 17:25 IST

Data centres to be major pillar of India's growth journey, investments to exceed $ 200 billion: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday highlighted India's data centre boom, with $70 billion invested so far and expectations to reach $200 billion. This growth will create opportunities for startups, service providers, and AI innovation.

Updated: Feb 07, 2026 16:24 IST

ICT trade measures aim to protect India's interests: Piyush Goyal
In response to an ANI question on the status of exports of electronic products and components, Piyush Goyal said, "Smartphones to the US will be exported on zero duty under the trade arrangements."

Updated: Feb 07, 2026 15:49 IST

2-nanometre Qualcomm chip unveiled; Ashwini Vaishnaw sets Semicon 2.0 roadmap
Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday unveiled high-tech 2-nanometer chip manufactured by Qualcomm. On the occasion, the minister underscored the country's rapid progress in building an end-to-end semiconductor ecosystem.

Updated: Feb 07, 2026 14:36 IST

Indian farm products to enter US at zero duty, no concessions for US agriculture: Piyush Goyal
While addressing a press conference on the India US Joint Statement, Minister Goyal said, "Agricultural products from Indian farmers will be exported to the United States at zero duty. At the same time, no tariff concessions have been granted for agricultural products from US farmers entering the Indian market. The agreement also makes it clear that genetically modified (GM) food will not be allowed into India."

Updated: Feb 07, 2026 14:25 IST

US trade deal to enhance export competitiveness for auto component manufacturers: ACMA

As per the data shared by the ACMA, trade in auto components between India and the United States has continued to expand over the past five financial years, reflecting strengthening industrial ties between the two countries. India's exports of auto components to the US rose from USD 3,561 million in FY2020-21 to USD 5,280 million in FY2021-22, before increasing further to USD 5,648 million in FY2022-23.

Updated: Feb 07, 2026 13:59 IST

Research Symposium at India AI Impact Summit draws world's AI minds
The Research Symposium on 'AI and its Impact', being organised as part of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, has received a strong response from the national and global research community, with over 250 submissions.

Updated: Feb 07, 2026 13:03 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 11:54 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 11:52 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 11:52 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 11:51 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 11:50 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 11:31 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 11:28 IST

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Updated: Feb 23, 2026 11:25 IST

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