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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Textile industry urges for measures to mitigate US tariff impact: CITI Survey
The Indian textile and apparel industry has approached the government with a comprehensive set of policy recommendations to counter the severe economic headwinds caused by steep U.S. tariffs, post the second round of a survey conducted by the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) in December 2025.

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 14:30 IST

Global trade faces crossroads in 2026 as tariffs, AI and new deals reshape flows: HSBC
After a volatile yet resilient 2025, the outlook for the coming year is marked by a tension between rising trade barriers and the emergence of new bridges. US tariff policy remains a central source of uncertainty, particularly with sector-specific duties under Section 232 expected to stay in focus.

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 13:47 IST

Kerala Economic Review 2025: State posts 6.19% GSDP growth
According to the National Statistical Office (NSO), CPI-Combined inflation stood at 1.54 per cent and 9.05 per cent respectively in India and Kerala, in September 2025. In Kerala, rural inflation is higher than urban inflation in September 2025.

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 13:23 IST

Rs 5.5 lakh crore liquidity injection, yet markets stay tight: SBI Ecowrap
Despite a record liquidity push by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), transmission of monetary easing across financial markets remains uneven, according to SBI Research's latest Ecowrap report.

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 13:18 IST

EU-India FTA offers sector-level gains despite limited near-term macro impact: Goldman Sachs
The long-awaited India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA), will mark a major shift in global trade realignment amid rising protectionism, according to a Goldman Sachs report.

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 13:17 IST

Iran unrest has no impact over India due to limited trade exposure: Crisil Ratings
According to a recent credit alert from Crisil Ratings, the immediate impact remains muted due to India's limited direct trade exposure to the nation. However, the rating agency warned that a prolonged or escalating conflict could eventually pressure specific sectors, particularly those sensitive to fluctuations in global crude oil prices.

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 13:08 IST

EU FTA a big win for India's labor-intensive exports: Kotak report
The conclusion of the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) marked a significant boost for India's labour-intensive export sectors, with tariffs on most Indian goods entering the EU reduced or cut to zero.

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 12:38 IST

India-EU FTA could increase bilateral trade by up to 65 per cent: Report
A new analysis by the Kiel Institute for the World Economy shows that "deeper EU-India integration could boost bilateral trade by 41 to 65 per cent," significantly expand economic ties between the European Union and India at a time of rising global trade fragmentation.

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 12:33 IST

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OPPO K14x 5G Goes on Sale in India from Today, Starting at an Effective Price of ₹13,499

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 17:37 IST

Nitin Gadkari & Devendra Fadnavis back global push as 23-nation GIBF conclave secures ₹42,000 Cr for Vidarbha

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 17:36 IST

Sudarshan Chemical Strengthens Global Operating Model with New Global Capability Center in Partnership with Genpact

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 17:36 IST

Bajaj Finance Offers Instant Personal Loans with Quick and Easy Approval Process

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 17:34 IST

How Car Parts Delivery Tracking Enhances Automotive Logistics Efficiency

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 17:25 IST

IIM Indore, TimesPro announce 17th batch of Certificate Programme in Project Management

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 17:14 IST

Germanten Ortho, Joints & Spine Clinic Opens in Mumbai, Bringing Advanced German Orthopaedic Care in an Outpatient Specialty Clinic Format

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 17:13 IST

The Precision Toolkit: Mastering the Parameters of a Stockity Trade

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 17:06 IST

AstroSage AI: AI at Scale, 80 Million Downloads, 90 Percent Margins, Growing 20 Percent Monthly

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 16:35 IST

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