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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Customs duty reforms aim to boost industry, exports and ease of living: CBIC Chairman
Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) Chairman Vivek Chaturvedi highlighted that the customs duty reforms introduced in the Union Budget 2026-27 are designed to catalyse domestic manufacturing, boost exports, and improve the ease of living for citizens.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 22:09 IST

PM Modi has always championed agriculture and dairy sectors safeguarding their interests: Piyush Goyal on US trade deal
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has always championed the agriculture and dairy sectors, safeguarding their interests and noted the sensitive factors of India's economy, particularly agriculture and dairy, have been protected in the India-US trade deal.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 21:59 IST

India well-positioned to lead: Chairman of Apparel Export Promotion Council after trade deal with US
"For the last six months, we've been going through a lot of turmoil since the tariffs were imposed. We were struggling because we didn't want to leave the buyers, and the buyers didn't want to leave the exporters. With yesterday's news, we reached a point of saturation on whether we could take further orders. The good news came yesterday, and we owe a big thanks to our Prime Minister and Commerce Minister," Sakthivel said.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 21:46 IST

India will continue to maintain certain protections in agricultural sector: US Trade Representative
India has agreed to eliminate tariffs on industrial goods under the trade agreement with the United States, cutting average duties to zero from the current 13.5%, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has said, according to CNBC.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 21:46 IST

Railways Minister announces second mountain tunnel in Palghar for Bullet train project

This tunnel is 454 metres long with a width of 14.4 metres, and will accommodate both up and down tracks for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project, according to an official release issued by the Ministry of Railways.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 20:58 IST

Not Just Another Cup: The India vs New Zealand T20I Series Trophy
Cricket has long placed value on continuity, of records, rivalries and traditions, but less often on the afterlife of the physical objects that enable the game. Balls and bats, once worn, are typically replaced without ceremony. By reusing these materials to create a series trophy, the initiative introduces an alternative way of thinking about sporting artefacts: not as disposable equipment, but as objects capable of carrying forward meaning even after their functional life has ended.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 19:58 IST

"Atmanirbhar Bharat does not mean isolation but competitive integration": NITI Aayog's Arvind Virmani on India-US deal
Arvind Virmani, Member, NITI Aayog, on Tuesday highlighted that the India-US trade deal is essential for "competitive integration," fostering exports and investment, rather than isolationism.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 19:39 IST

"Will make industries more globally competitive": State industry bodies on India-US trade deal
Rajesh B. Lund, President of the Chamber of Commerce, Coimbatore, said the industry has "warmly welcomed" the US tariff reductions announced under the new trade initiative. "This is a landmark achievement, and we wholeheartedly appreciate the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose efforts have opened major opportunities for Indian industry," Lund said. He emphasized that Coimbatore's strong base in engineering, textiles and manufacturing is expected to gain greater access to the US market.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 19:13 IST

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NIF Global X LST Takes "Fashion and Style Icons" to New York Fashion Week, Blending Sustainability, Heritage, and Global Design Innovation

Updated: Feb 20, 2026 12:21 IST

Official Poster of Pulse of Positivity Health & Wellness Summit 2026 Launched; One-Day National Conclave to Advance India's Health Dialogue

Updated: Feb 20, 2026 12:01 IST

UST Named Partner of the Year for the Americas in TestMu AI's 2025 Partner Awards

Updated: Feb 20, 2026 11:56 IST

Maestro Carlo Rizzi Returns to Conduct the Symphony Orchestra of India in its 20th Year

Updated: Feb 20, 2026 11:39 IST

Cholan Tours Breaks Industry Barriers with India's First Women Chauffeur-Driven Tours

Updated: Feb 20, 2026 11:39 IST

Cosmic PV Power Ltd. Announces Shreyas Iyer as Its Global Brand Ambassador

Updated: Feb 20, 2026 11:37 IST

ABB India reports record order growth in Q4 despite margin pressures

Updated: Feb 20, 2026 11:29 IST

Fintech SaaS Startup Roopya raises ₹4 Crore in seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures

Updated: Feb 20, 2026 11:26 IST

Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate to develop a residential project on Pokhran Road 2, Thane

Updated: Feb 20, 2026 11:25 IST

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