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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Alphabet's annual revenues exceed $400 billion first time in 2025
Google CEO Sundar Pichai took to his social media account and described the quarter as "tremendous," attributing the success to a fundamental expansion in Search and Cloud services fueled by the company's maturing AI ecosystem.

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 12:42 IST

Adani Energy delivers 1 crore smart meters across discoms ahead of target
Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) has achieved a major milestone in India's power distribution sector by successfully delivering and installing 1 crore electricity smart meters across distribution companies (discoms), becoming the first player in India, and possibly globally, to reach this scale.

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 12:07 IST

Disinflation likely to persist in 2026, seven factors may push US Fed towards rate cuts: SBI report
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Updated: Feb 05, 2026 11:16 IST

Indian destination weddings drive steady rise in overseas travel insurance demand: Report
Indian weddings are increasingly moving beyond domestic venues, with a growing number of families travelling overseas for marriage ceremonies, a shift that is reflected in a steady rise in international travel insurance purchases, according to a report by Policybazaar.

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 10:03 IST

Nifty, Sensex open flat as IT stocks drag markets in consolidation phase, Silver down by 9%
The Indian stock markets entered a consolidation phase on Thursday, with benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex opening almost flat, while IT stocks remained under pressure and silver prices witnessed a sharp fall.

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 09:32 IST

US to reshape critical minerals market, signs multiple pacts to build secure and resilient supply chains
The United States announced a major global push to reshape the critical minerals and rare earths market, unveiling a series of agreements, financing commitments and new institutional frameworks aimed at building secure, diversified and resilient supply chains, as global demand rises with the growth of advanced technologies.

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 08:56 IST

US trade deal, possible portfolio inflows likely to support Rupee, says Natixis economist
The Indian Rupee is likely to find support in the near to medium term from improving trade prospects with the US after the reduction in tariffs and a possible shift of portfolio flows towards India, according to Trinh Nguyen, Senior Economist for Emerging Markets at Natixis based in Hong Kong.

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 08:17 IST

RBI to keep repo rate unchanged amid currency volatility and bond yield pressures: SBI report
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India is likely to maintain a status quo on the repo rate in its policy announcement scheduled for Friday, amid continued global economic uncertainty, pressure on government bond yields and volatility in the domestic currency, according to a report by State Bank of India.

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 08:10 IST

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Updated: Feb 20, 2026 17:20 IST

Southern Cross University deepens India engagement, explores new academic partnerships and access-led recruitment initiatives

Updated: Feb 20, 2026 17:20 IST

GVRP and Yurogen Biosystems Announce Partnership to Enhance Biologics Drug Discovery in India

Updated: Feb 20, 2026 17:20 IST

Navrachana University Opens NUV Tinkerers' Lab Amid Growing Demand for Advanced Technologies

Updated: Feb 20, 2026 17:19 IST

Chennai-Built Property Intelligence Platform Helps Buyers Detect Hidden Land Risks Before Purchase

Updated: Feb 20, 2026 17:19 IST

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