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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Indian manufacturing growth bounces back after December's dip, shows PMI data

After losing growth traction at the end of 2025, Indian goods producers reported faster increases in new orders, output, employment and buying levels during January 2026, HSBC India Manufacturing PMI data showed Monday.

Updated: Feb 02, 2026 12:08 IST

A growth-oriented budget focused on structural reform and inclusive development: Akshat Khetan

The Budget outlines a comprehensive roadmap to sustain India's growth momentum through higher capital expenditure.

Updated: Feb 02, 2026 12:06 IST

Slower fiscal consolidation pace, higher market borrowings in Budget are disappointing: Nomura

The Union Budget's continued focus on capital expenditure and manufacturing is a positive, but a slower pace of fiscal consolidation and higher market borrowings are disappointing, according to investment bank Nomura.

Updated: Feb 02, 2026 11:59 IST

Union Budget FY27 gives hope to the infra space, after two disappointing years: Nuvama

The Union Budget for FY27 "gives some hope to the infra space after two consecutive years of disappointment," signalling a potential rebound in government spending, noted a Nuvama Research report on the recently announced Budget 2026.

Updated: Feb 02, 2026 11:37 IST

Financial sector measures in Budget 2026 to spur private investment: UBI Report

The announcements made in the Union Budget 2026 for the financial sector are expected to play a crucial role in crowding in private investment and accelerating infrastructure execution, according to a report by Union Bank of India.

Updated: Feb 02, 2026 11:29 IST

FY27 Budget balances fiscal consolidation with growth push: Jefferies

The Union Budget for FY27 has adopted a calibrated approach to fiscal consolidation while prioritising higher government spending and sector-specific incentives, according to a report by Jefferies.

Updated: Feb 02, 2026 10:52 IST

Nifty gain 0.3%, Sensex jumps 372 pts in opening on Monday, post heavy budget selloff

Domestic stock markets recovered from early losses and moved into positive territory in early trade on Monday after opening lower amid selling pressure triggered by the hike in Securities Transaction Tax (STT) announced in the Union Budget.

Updated: Feb 02, 2026 09:53 IST

Morgan Stanley positive on Indian stocks post budget, overweights Financials, Consumer Discretionary, Industrials

Global investment bank Morgan Stanley has reiterated a constructive view on Indian equities following the Union Budget, placing an overweight stance on Financials, Consumer Discretionary and Industrials, according to its latest report.

Updated: Feb 02, 2026 08:33 IST

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