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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Reliable, resilient, digital partner essential for India in global economy: Minister Rammohan Naidu
"India today stands at the intersection of trust, scale, and innovation, offering reliability through its stable democratic institutions, resilience through its diversity and size, and relevance through solutions that deliver value for money. No longer defined as merely an emerging economy, India is becoming essential to the global economic order", Minister Naidu said.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 22:01 IST

India will be third-largest economy, to truly arrive we should scale to USD 30 trillion : Sunil Mittal in Davos
He said the United States is a strong model, where "enterprise is actively encouraged and the ease of doing business is high".

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 21:59 IST

AI, cybersecurity resilience, and sustainable financing remain key focus for banks: SBI Chief at Davos

On the domestic banking scenario, Setty said credit growth remains robust despite concerns around liquidity. Citing Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data for December, he said, "bank credit growth has been in the range of 12-13 per cent, which is in line with nominal GDP growth of around 9-10 per cent. From a nominal GDP point of view, this level of credit growth is normal. Bank credit is robust."

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 20:43 IST

AGR relief to Vodafone Idea based on SC ruling, others must follow same route: Scindia
Responding to a question by ANI on whether the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has received any official communication from other telcos seeking similar relief, Scindia said the government's decision was rooted in the apex court's recognition of Vodafone Idea as a special case.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 20:10 IST

Launch of Starlink services dependent on security norms, spectrum pricing: Jyotiraditya Scindia
Responding to questions by ANI on the timeline for Starlink's operations in India following his meeting with company officials last month, Scindia said the process involves two critical factors. "One, on their compliance with regard to the security requirements that we have in place. We have given them provisional spectrum to be able to satisfy those requirements. They're currently working on that. And the second is for us to be able to provide spectrum to them. That has to be decided in terms of the policy cost, which the TRAI and DoT are working on," the minister said.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 20:09 IST

FTA with UK and EU will boost Assam's tea market says CM Himanta Sarma
Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted the transformative potential of upcoming international trade agreements for the state's tea industry. In an interview with ANI, the Chief Minister emphasised that while India's domestic market remains robust, the operationalisation of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with the United Kingdom and the European Union will be a major breakthrough, opening vital new corridors for Assam's tea exports.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 19:23 IST

Union Minister Piyush Goyal meets fireworks traders delegation to strengthen safety and protect livelihoods
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, held a pivotal meeting with a high-level delegation of fireworks traders and manufacturers from Tamil Nadu to discuss the future of the industry.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 19:12 IST

India remains a trustworthy partner with intact growth story, says Rajan Bharti Mittal at Davos
India continues to emerge as a trustworthy partner in the global geopolitical landscape with its growth story remaining intact at six and a half to seven per cent, Rajan Bharti Mittal, Vice Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, told ANI. Speaking on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Mittal noted that India occupies a positive position as global entities seek to include the country in their international strategies. He highlighted that the nation is carving out a significant role in technology applications, chip manufacturing, and the expansion of data centers.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 19:00 IST

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Updated: Feb 12, 2026 17:12 IST

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Updated: Feb 12, 2026 17:08 IST

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Updated: Feb 12, 2026 17:02 IST

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