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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Share markets open cautiously in red ahead of RBI MPC outcome, global weakness weighs on sentiments
The domestic equity benchmarks opened on a cautious note and slipped into the red on Friday as investors remained on the sidelines ahead of the outcome of the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, amid weak global cues.

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 09:35 IST

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra to announce monetary policy decision today at 10 AM
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra is set to announce the outcome of the three-day Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting today at 10 am, concluding deliberations that began on February 4 and continued through February 6.

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 08:33 IST

Indian community emerges as UK's most economically successful migrant group, shaping UK's economy: Report
The Indian community has emerged as the most economically successful migrant group in the United Kingdom, with generations of Indians playing a key role in shaping the country's economic strength, public services and global influence, according to a new report by Aston University and Here & Now 365 a UK's multicultural advertising agency.

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 08:17 IST

Govt establishes 100 5G Use Case Labs to drive innovation in educational institutions
The Government has established 100 5G Use Case Labs across educational institutions to promote 5G application development in various sectors. This initiative aims to integrate emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and blockchain, into the national digital infrastructure.

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 23:15 IST

Adani family celebrates first anniversary of Mangal Seva initiative empowering Divyang women
"Mangal Seva has taught all of us that sometimes the greatest support is the one that stays quietly in the background, steady, dependable and respectful...The Mangal Seva family is our extended family, and we hope it grows year after year," Jeet Adani said.

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 20:16 IST

Government revises Startup recognition criteria; Turnover limit raised to Rs 200 crore
The Government of India has notified revised recognition criteria for startups, marking a significant shift in the eligibility framework to support the evolving innovation landscape. According to the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), the turnover limit for an entity to be recognised as a startup has been increased from Rs 100 crore to Rs 200 crore. This adjustment aims to support enterprises at various stages of their business lifecycle as the Startup India initiative completes a decade in 2026.

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 20:15 IST

"Major boost for India-US ties as trade deal slashes tariffs," says Executive Director of ORF America
He highlighted that the announcement by US President Donald Trump to reduce Indian tariffs to 18 per cent is a central component of this breakthrough. "It has brought a sense of relief to those who were concerned about the very high tariffs of 50 per cent that have been in place since September of last year and which now appear to go away," Jaishankar said during the interview.

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 19:01 IST

India-US Technology Forum sets sight on $500 billion trade target: NASSCOM
This meeting followed the announcement of a trade deal between the two countries. The group convened on Capitol Hill to discuss innovation, AI, supply chains, and job creation.

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 18:23 IST

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Updated: Feb 21, 2026 14:09 IST

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Updated: Feb 21, 2026 12:59 IST

National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology and Andhra Pradesh Launch First Quantum & AI University Campus in Amaravati

Updated: Feb 21, 2026 12:55 IST

Yaap Digital Limited Files RHP With NSE EMERGE

Updated: Feb 21, 2026 12:50 IST

Fonada Redefines Customer Interaction with India's First Full-Stack AI + Telecom Stack

Updated: Feb 21, 2026 12:49 IST

APD and IIM Bangalore Mark a Decade of the RPwD Act with the Launch of a Landmark Resource Book on Accessibility

Updated: Feb 21, 2026 12:42 IST

BMW India Foundation supports traditional Indian artisans' journey to sustainable livelihoods

Updated: Feb 21, 2026 11:37 IST

Pillars of Asia to Debut in Dubai 2026, Aiming to Spotlight Regional Leadership and Innovation

Updated: Feb 21, 2026 10:22 IST

RecruitChamp unveils India's first AI-Powered Video interview engine built natively into an ATS at AI India Summit 2026

Updated: Feb 21, 2026 10:01 IST

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