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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Budget likely to see continuity in government's capex push: HSBC report
As has been the convention, the Union Budget for 2026-27 will be presented in the Parliament on February 1, 2026.

Updated: Jan 25, 2026 11:54 IST

Domestic strength anchors India growth outlook amid global uncertainties: Prabhudas Lilladher report
India enters the year 2026 with a relatively strong macroeconomic footing, even as global markets remain shaped by policy uncertainty, geopolitical risks, and uneven growth across regions, according to a report by Prabhudas Lilladher.

Updated: Jan 25, 2026 11:30 IST

India's forex reserves rise over $14 billion to $701 billion as of January 16
India's foreign exchange reserves rose sharply, by USD 14.167 billion in the week that ended January 16, to USD 701.360 billion, driven by a jump in both gold reserves and foreign currency assets, the Reserve Bank of India's latest 'Weekly Statistical Supplement' data showed. This followed a marginal rise in the previous week.

Updated: Jan 25, 2026 11:21 IST

"Expanding national capability...": Karan Adani on inauguration of Phase II expansion of Vizhinjam Port, lauds bipartisan support
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday inaugurated the second phase expansion of Vizhinjam Port in Kerala, with Karan Adani, Managing Director (MD) of Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), stating that not only is it an expansion of the port but also of national capability.

Updated: Jan 24, 2026 20:57 IST

Vizhinjam port accelerates development work to tap global maritime potential: MD Divya S Iyer
Recognising the immense potential of Vizhinjam International Seaport in global maritime trade, it was decided to fast-track the development process. As a result, capacity augmentation under Phase 2 is now expected to be completed within three years, said Divya S. Iyer, Managing Director of Vizhinjam International Seaport.

Updated: Jan 24, 2026 19:48 IST

India to regain maritime leadership under Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047: Sarbananda Sonowal
India will regain its maritime supremacy and shall become the global maritime leader once again under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal said Saturday.

Updated: Jan 24, 2026 19:10 IST

India's housing market normalised in 2025; sales fell, prices stayed firm: PropTiger report
India's residential real estate market entered a phase of normalisation in 2025, with housing demand softening gradually but remaining structurally resilient, according to a report released by PropTiger.

Updated: Jan 24, 2026 18:25 IST

India must realign education, skilling, hiring for AI era: AI4India report
India must urgently realign its education, skilling, and hiring systems to keep pace with the rapid transformation of work driven by artificial intelligence, according to a new report released by AI4India.org.

Updated: Jan 24, 2026 17:38 IST

Corporate News

Muthoot FinCorp Reports Robust Q3 FY 2025-26 Performance; consolidated AUM at INR 64,279.48 crore and PAT at INR 1,183.59 crore as of December 31, 2025

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 12:12 IST

3rd Eye Techno Solutions Partners with NIELIT to Advance Digital Forensics and Technology Innovation

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 12:06 IST

Shri Keshav Cements & Infra Delivers 454 Bps YoY EBITDA Margin Expansion in 9M FY26, Demonstrating Strong Operating Leverage

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 12:06 IST

WCIA brings in Amit Prakash Singh to drive strategy and growth for Wheelchair Cricket

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 12:03 IST

TestMu AI (formerly LambdaTest) Unveils 2025 Partner of the Year Award Winners

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 11:43 IST

Glam Onn Season 6 - An Exotic Bloom Presented by Sonani Jewels

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 11:30 IST

Varvee Global Limited (VGL) Reports Positive Q3FY26 Growth: Triple-Digit Revenue Gains and 85 Percent 9M Gross Margins

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 11:25 IST

Future World Refreshed. Reimagined. Reopened Flagship Apple Store at Connaught Place with Valentine Launch Offers (13-15 February)

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 11:17 IST

Experts at ISB Healthcare 4.0 Champion Digital Transformation for Small Hospitals and Value-Based Care to Reshape Indian Healthcare

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 11:11 IST

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