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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India-EU trade pact set to drive electronics exports beyond USD 100 billion by 2035: ICEA Chairman
Bolstered by the newly finalised Free Trade Agreement (FTA), Chairman of the India Cellular & Electronics Association, Pankaj Mohindroo, projects India's electronics exports to the European Union to cross the USD 100 billion mark by 2035. The trade pact provides a strategic shield for the Indian industry amid global geoeconomic volatility and tariff fluctuations.

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 08:33 IST

India-EU trade deal will strengthen economic integration between major global economies: Ashwini Vaishnaw
As part of the pact, the European Union will abolish tariffs on 9425 lines of Indian exports, unlocking preferential access valued at USD 75 billion. This move is expected to accelerate India's ambition to reach USD 300 billion in engineering exports by providing entry into a USD 2 trillion EU market.

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 08:01 IST

India's textiles exports to EU can quickly grow from USD 7 billion to USD 30-40 billion due to FTA: Piyush Goyal
Indian textile industry is set to benefit from the India-EU FTA with exports and has potential to grow from USD 7 billion to USD 30-40 billion very quickly, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday, noting that this could generate 6-7 million jobs in the labour-intensive sector.

Updated: Jan 27, 2026 22:03 IST

India-EU FTA set to benefit India's labour-intensive sectors: NSE MD Ashish Chauhan
Highlighting the scale of trade between India and the EU, he said, "The total trade between India and EU -- all countries put together -- is $220 billion in goods and services put together, out of which $135 billion on goods and the remaining are in services. Both areas are covered very well."

Updated: Jan 27, 2026 21:35 IST

Markets seek STT cut, LTCG relief in Budget: NSE's Chief Business Development Officer Sriram Krishnan
Speaking to ANI, Krishnan said, "Market participants have expressed a view that they'd like to see some reduction in STT, which is seen as the major contributor to the cost of trading."

Updated: Jan 27, 2026 21:29 IST

NSE will work on DRHP after officially receiving SEBI clearance: MD-CEO Ashish Chauhan
The SEBI has recently cleared the way for the NSE IPO in principle. SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey had said that the Board is at a very advanced stage of issuing the No Objection Certificate (NOC).

Updated: Jan 27, 2026 19:49 IST

Federation of European Business in India welcomes EU-India FTA, hails it amongst most consequential economic partnerships globally
The FTA establishes a long-term, rules-based framework to unlock growth in trade, investment, and industrial collaboration for a combined market of nearly 2 billion people.

Updated: Jan 27, 2026 18:27 IST

India-EU FTA positions India for next-generation growth in trade, technology, green mfg
The just-signed India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is set to create a future-ready trade framework that advances next-generation sectors of the Indian economy, while strengthening market access, innovation, and sustainability for Indian businesses.

Updated: Jan 27, 2026 18:24 IST

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Updated: Feb 16, 2026 15:43 IST

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Updated: Feb 16, 2026 15:41 IST

NR Foundation Reinforces Commitment to Community Healthcare in Mysuru

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 14:57 IST

Simran Agrovet Limited Announces Proposed ₹86 Crore IPO to Fuel Next Phase of Growth

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 14:55 IST

TotalEnergies Marketing India Hosts Annual Distributor Convention to Unveil Future Growth Strategy

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 14:43 IST

Balu Forge Industries Reports Strong Q3 FY26 Performance

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 14:42 IST

Borivali Design Fair 2026 Announced by AGI: A Multi-Day Celebration of Design, Innovation, Culture & Community

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 14:41 IST

Vaaree Releases the Home Index 2025, Tracking How Indian Homes Are Being Styled and Lived in

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 14:41 IST

Rice Master Global Announces Strategic Expansion into East Africa

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 14:41 IST

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