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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Ashwini Vaishnaw meets IBM and Meta Chiefs at Davos; highlights India's semiconductor and AI growth
Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw met with IBM CEO Arvind Krishna and Meta Chief Global Affairs Officer Joel Kaplan at the World Economic Forum in Davos to discuss India's growing role in the global technology landscape.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 14:14 IST

Cabinet approves major equity support for SIDBI to boost MSME credit
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a significant equity support of Rs. 5,000 crore for the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI). This capital will be infused by the Department of Financial Services in three separate stages, starting with Rs. 3,000 crore in the 2025-26 financial year, followed by Rs. 1,000 crore in each of the next two years. This move is designed to strengthen SIDBI's financial standing and ensure it can continue to support small businesses across the country.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 14:01 IST

Finance Ministry highlights basic custom duty rates on Interactive Flat Panel Displays and Open Cells ahead of new Budget announcements
Before the new Budget for the country is announced on Feb 1, the Ministry of Finance took to X to highlight the prior customs duty rates announced. During the previous Budget sessions, in a decisive move to solidify India's position as a global electronics hub and to promote domestic manufacturing of electronic goods, the Union Finance Ministry announced the increase of Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on flat panel displays to 20 per cent. The move was aimed at correcting the inverted duty structure on the goods.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 13:59 IST

Japan's rising bond yields driven by political change, fiscal stimulus expectations: Ajay Bagga
Japan's bond markets surged to new highs due to rising expectations of fiscal stimulus under the country's new political leadership and shifting global market dynamics triggered by tariff policies of US President Donald Trump, banking and market expert Ajay Bagga said in an exclusive conversation with ANI.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 13:51 IST

At Davos, Ashwini Vaishnaw pushes back after IMF Chief calls India 'Second-Tier AI Power'

Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday challenged the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) classification of India's artificial intelligence capabilities, asserting that the nation belongs in the top tier of global AI powers. Speaking at a World Economic Forum (WEF) panel in Davos, Vaishnaw countered IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva's assessment that categorised India in a secondary grouping.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 13:43 IST

Budget 2026: FM to refrain further fiscal consolidation, likely to maintain FY27 fiscal deficit at 4.4%, same as FY26: Nuvama
The Finance Minister, in the upcoming Union Budget 2026, is likely to refrain from further fiscal consolidation in FY27, according to a report by Nuvama.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 12:53 IST

Geopolitical risks could hit markets if tensions escalate, says Report
The report titled "Geopolitics heats up from Venezuela, to Greenland to Iran, but investors shrug. For how long?" discusses how geopolitical tensions worldwide can impact markets.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 12:39 IST

Hot-roiled coil prices rise on seasonal demand; Coking coal surges amid Aussie supply disruptions: IDBI Capital Report
Seasonal demand and improved inventory drawdown have pushed Indian Hot Rolled Coil (HRC) prices upward, even as exports remain muted in the international market. According to the latest sector update from IDBI Capital, domestic HRC prices increased by 2.4 per cent Week-on-Week (WoW) to reach Rs 52,000 per tonne. This trend in the ferrous segment comes at a time when coking coal prices have experienced a significant double-digit spike due to environmental factors affecting global supply chains.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 12:24 IST

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Seraphic Aesthetics, Mumbai, Highlights Rise of Ethical, Patient-First Cosmetic Surgery in India

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 14:43 IST

Vigovia Is Creating a One-Stop Travel Platform Blending Technology, Influencer-Led Expeditions, and On-Ground Support

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 14:38 IST

Jinkushal Industries Limited Announces Unaudited Financial Results for the Quarter and Nine Months Ended December 31, 2025

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 14:38 IST

Tanzania President, Namibia President and Merck Foundation CEO Named Amongst 100 Most Influential African Women 2025

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 14:38 IST

World's Second LinkedIn Experience Zone Inaugurated at Chitkara University

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 14:37 IST

How MiniHotelMan Is Helping Small and Mid-Segment Hotels in India Go Digital

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 14:26 IST

Tetra Pak to Showcase End-to-End Protein and Value-Added Dairy Solutions at Dairy Industry Conference 2026

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 14:24 IST

RDB Infrastructure and Power Ltd. Enters in to LOI with Primarc Projects for INR 73 Cr Contract for Proposed Project

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 14:12 IST

The Pursuit of Happiness by Robin Kumar Das: Reflections on Living Well

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 14:12 IST

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