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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Markets bleed as crude spikes, Nifty drops 582 pts, Sensex falls 1862 pts at open
The share markets in the country opened with a bloodbath on Monday as both benchmark indices declined sharply in the opening session amid a huge surge in crude oil prices and heavy selling across global markets.

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 09:28 IST

Asian markets fall after crude surge, Japan's Nikkei and South Korea's KOSPI tank 7%
Asian markets tanked in the opening session on Monday, with Japan's Nikkei and South Korea's KOSPI falling around 7 per cent, after crude oil prices surged sharply amid escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 08:50 IST

Brent crude surges over 25% to USD 116.5 per barrel amid West Asia conflict, experts warn of USD 150 level
Brent crude prices surged sharply on Monday, rising by more than 25 per cent to USD 116.5 per barrel, amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia which has made crude prices bullish.

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 08:30 IST

Iran's absence in oil market likely to be offset by global oversupply: CareEdge Report
Iran's absence from the global oil market is likely to be offset by an existing oversupply in global oil inventories, providing a buffer against potential supply disruptions, according to a report by CareEdge.

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 08:21 IST

Global firms see India as key growth market, quick commerce expansion in focus: Report
India continues to remain a structural growth market in global commentary, though the tone during the quarter remained mixed following an uneven CY25 performance for several global peers, according to a report by Investec Equities.

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 08:05 IST

US gold revaluation could wipe out 70 per cent of budget deficit amid West Asia conflict
The SBI Research report notes, "With the supply-supply chain triggered squeeze anchoring higher spot and forward prices across Gas and Oil, the US enterprises could reap benefits that more than adequately compensate the spending on war."

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 00:59 IST

Indian gold prices drop in February as rupee surges following US tariff relief: Report
The report titled "When the dollar turns on itself" states that while gold gained on the international market, local prices in India fell because the Indian rupee became much stronger after a trade agreement with the US.

Updated: Mar 08, 2026 23:13 IST

Delhi's leading educational institutions are actively contributing to India Semiconductor Mission: IT Ministry
Government of India's initiative for prioritising talent development through Training, Up-skilling and Workforce Development Programs under Chips to Startups (C2S) initiative of India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, stated that India has made significant progress in last four years itself for its 10-year target of training 85,000 engineers in semiconductor design.

Updated: Mar 08, 2026 19:54 IST

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Srijan Realty Earns IGBC Platinum Pre-Certification for Six Homes Because Green Living Shouldn't Be a Luxury

Updated: Mar 11, 2026 12:48 IST

Futurense Launches FDE Academy, the World's First Structured Pathway for FDEs

Updated: Mar 11, 2026 12:47 IST

Creative Edge by Toprankers Announces UCEED 2026 Results: 7 Students Secure AIR Under 100, Nearly Half the Batch Qualifies

Updated: Mar 11, 2026 12:06 IST

Marushika Technology Linked with Delhi Metro Phase-IV Project Inauguration

Updated: Mar 11, 2026 11:31 IST

Art of Living's Jalyukt Shivar 2.0: A Bold Blueprint for Water-Secure Maharashtra

Updated: Mar 11, 2026 11:30 IST

A2Z Events & Weddings Strengthens Global Wedding Presence with Record Achievements and Strategic Expansion

Updated: Mar 11, 2026 11:13 IST

FICER Empowers Digital India: Smart Cities, Smarter Connections at Convergence India 2026

Updated: Mar 11, 2026 11:04 IST

Global virtual travel card program launched by Visa and Trip.com to make travel payments simpler and more seamless in Asia Pacific

Updated: Mar 11, 2026 10:07 IST

PDG Targets USD 5 Billion Debt Raise

Updated: Mar 11, 2026 10:05 IST

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