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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US tariff relief opens USD 50 Billion export opportunity for India: CII President, Rajiv Memani
Memani noted that the United States, the world's largest economy, is also India's largest trading partner, with total Indian exports to the US estimated at around USD 80-90 billion annually. Of this, nearly 50-60 per cent, roughly USD 50 billion, comes from labour-intensive sectors such as garments, leather, fisheries, gems and jewellery, auto components and engineering goods.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 15:01 IST

Capex spike reflects government's focus on infra-led development: V Vualnam, Expenditure Secretary
On rural employment, the Expenditure Secretary highlighted that the Budget has allocated Rs 95,000 crore for the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin), a new wage employment scheme that will replace MGNREGA. "The allocation is based on estimates prepared at the time the new legislation was passed by Parliament and is higher than the previous year's outlay," he said.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 14:35 IST

India's textile exports to US poised for revival after tariff cut: CITI
The finalisation of the India-US trade deal has come as a major relief for India's textile and apparel industry, which is now hopeful of regaining its strong position in the US market with more competitive tariffs working in India's favour.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 14:23 IST

"Strategically important for us and for country": Jeet Adani on collaboration with Leonardo Helicopters
While speaking at the launch event, Jeet Adani said, "Today, we stand at a moment that carries meaning far beyond a corporate announcement. For decades, our armed forces have protected the nation across landscapes that test the limits of human endurance. Our responsibility is to ensure that the capabilities they rely on evolve with the same unwavering resolve. Our partnership with Leonardo respects this responsibility," he said.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 13:46 IST

Adani Defence, Leonardo sign MoU to build integrated helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India
Adani Defence & Aerospace on Tuesday announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Leonardo, an Italian global company in aerospace, defence and security, to develop, manufacture and sustain a helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 13:32 IST

Silverline Technologies Ltd launches Silverline's AI Web platform "Silver AI"
Silver AI Positioned to capture significant market share in India's rapidly expanding AI chatbot market, projected to reach $26.4 billion by 2031.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 13:29 IST

U.S. trade deal finalised, removes uncertainty; details awaited on farm access: DEA Secy
India is happy that a trade deal with the United States has been finalised, it removes uncertainty and creates investment opportunities between the world's two largest democracies, noted Anuradha Thakur, Secretary in the Department of Economic Affairs.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 13:10 IST

Foreign investors will return to Indian stock markets as India-US trade deal done: NSE MD Ashish Chauhan
With the India-US trade deal announced, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) are expected to make a comeback in the Indian stock markets, as trade-related uncertainties ease and positive signals emerge from the agreement.

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 12:52 IST

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Updated: Feb 20, 2026 10:10 IST

Indigenous CAR-T Therapy Signals New Phase for India's Cancer Care and Biotech Manufacturing

Updated: Feb 19, 2026 18:41 IST

Dr RK Singh Launches The CoacHR Platform To Boost Employability For Jobs

Updated: Feb 19, 2026 18:40 IST

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Updated: Feb 19, 2026 18:22 IST

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Updated: Feb 19, 2026 18:22 IST

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Updated: Feb 19, 2026 18:21 IST

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Updated: Feb 19, 2026 18:21 IST

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