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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As World Cup Fever Peaks, BharatPe's Latest Move Has Everyone Guessing

Brands are sharpening their marketing strategies as the global sporting calendar marks two major World Cups this year. While the FIFA World Cup is slated for July, closer home the T20 World Cup happening in February, is already triggering heightened activity among advertisers eager to tap into the high-engagement environment that cricket delivers in India.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 11:28 IST

Banking sector outlook remains positive, earnings to grow approx. 16% CAGR over FY26-28: Motilal Oswal

The outlook for the banking sector remains positive, with earnings expected to recover steadily over the medium term, supported by stable margins, improving asset quality and a pickup in loan growth, according to a report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 10:55 IST

India-EU FTA may face hurdles from non-tariff barriers like CBAM: Jefferies

While India and the European Union move closer to finalising a long-pending Free Trade Agreement (FTA), concerns remain for India on non-tariff barriers, particularly the upcoming Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), highlighted Jefferies in its latest report on the India-EU trade deal.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 10:19 IST

Bond market volatility drags stocks; Nifty falls 0.36%, Sensex down 0.47% at opening

The domestic stock markets continued their weak trend on Wednesday, with benchmark indices opening in the red amid subdued global cues and rising risk aversion.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 09:44 IST

'Globalisation is a failed policy': US Commerce Secy Howard Lutnick at Davos

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said that globalisation is a failed policy and has failed the West and the United States, asserting that the Trump Administration is very clear that the existing global economic model has left American workers behind.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 08:38 IST

Financial sector seeks capital easing, credit push and policy stability in Union Budget 2026

As the Union Budget 2026 approaches, stakeholders across the financial sector have called on the government to focus on strengthening the financial system through policy measures that ease capital constraints, promote responsible credit expansion and deepen financial inclusion.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 07:58 IST

"EV market to grow strongly, GST reform saw huge benefit for consumers," Toyota Kirloskar Country Head

Vikram Gulati gave a thumbs up to the emerging Electric Vehicle market, saying that the segment will see good growth.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 07:40 IST

Raigad Pen Growth Centre near New Mumbai Airport will host a number of GCCs, FinTech: Devendra Fadnavis in Davos

Noting that a lot of investment is coming to Maharashtra in diverse sectors Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said that state is not just looking at the amount of MoUs but at sectors and how knowledge is transferred, technologies are transferred and FDI comes.

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 02:46 IST

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