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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Wings India 2026 to spotlight manufacturing, sustainable aviation
Anchored around the theme "Indian Aviation: Paving the Future - From Design to Deployment, Manufacturing to Maintenance, Inclusivity to Innovation and Safety to Sustainability," Wings India 2026 will spotlight India's rapidly expanding aviation ecosystem, its growing global footprint, and its ambition to emerge as a major hub for manufacturing, services, innovation and sustainable aviation solutions.

Updated: Jan 17, 2026 16:34 IST

Office leasing, liquidity lift Real Estate sentiment in Q4 2025: Knight Frank-NAREDCO report
As per the 47th edition of the Knight Frank-NAREDCO Real Estate Sentiment Index the Current Sentiment Score inching up to 60 in Q4 2025 from 59 in the previous quarter, while the Future Sentiment Score remained unchanged at 61. The readings indicate balanced expectations for the next six months, supported by improving macroeconomic visibility, easing inflationary pressures and steady funding conditions.

Updated: Jan 17, 2026 15:17 IST

Kerala to showcase responsible investment model at Davos; Minister P Rajeeve to lead delegation
Positioning Kerala as a premier global destination for sustainable and high-tech industries, a high-power delegation led by Industries Minister P. Rajeeve is set to participate in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, from January 19 to 23, 2026.

Updated: Jan 17, 2026 14:39 IST

Electronics manufacturing leads PLI scheme as production jumps 146%: Report
However, the report highlighted that the total budgetary outlay towards the PLI scheme covering 14 sectors stands at Rs 1.97 lakh crore but by contrast, the aggregate PLI disbursements up to September 2025 stood low at Rs 23,946 crore, representing only 12% of the total envisaged PLI disbursement.

Updated: Jan 17, 2026 14:06 IST

Investment letter handover ceremony held between Gujarat, Maruti Suzuki India for new plant
Maruti Suzuki India Limited will develop a new plant in Khoraj, investing Rs 35,000 crores to produce a total of 10 lakh cars per year. About 12000 people will get potential employment opportunities.

Updated: Jan 17, 2026 13:52 IST

India's apparel retail market poised to reach Rs 16 lakh crore by FY30: CareEdge
India's apparel retail market is set for a significant expansion over the next five years, with industry size projected to touch nearly Rs 16 lakh crore by 2029-30, driven by rising disposable incomes, rapid digitalisation and strong growth in value fashion and e-commerce, according to a CareEdge Ratings report.

Updated: Jan 17, 2026 13:36 IST

India's average return on FDI remains robust at 7.3%, outperforming emerging economies: CareEdge

After remaining broadly stagnant at around USD 71 billion in FY23 and FY24, gross FDI inflows rose by 13% to USD 81 billion in FY25. However, a substantial rise in profit repatriation and outflows significantly weighed on net FDI inflows, which fell to just USD 10 billion in FY24 and further to USD 1 billion in FY25.

Updated: Jan 17, 2026 13:18 IST

GTRI calls for overhaul of tariff structure, customs to boost India's trade
India needs a sweeping overhaul of its import tariff structure and customs administration to cut trade costs, strengthen manufacturing competitiveness and revive export growth, suggest trade-focused think-tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI).

Updated: Jan 17, 2026 11:09 IST

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Kashiv BioSciences and Intas Pharmaceuticals Sign an Exclusive Licensing and Supply Agreement for Complex Peptide Product in Europe, the UK & India

Updated: Feb 11, 2026 10:51 IST

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Updated: Feb 11, 2026 10:51 IST

Sonata Software Achieves AWS Premier Tier Status in the AWS Partner Network

Updated: Feb 11, 2026 10:33 IST

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Updated: Feb 11, 2026 10:32 IST

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Updated: Feb 11, 2026 10:31 IST

40 world chefs' broke bread and boundaries at the IIHM International Young Chef Olympiad

Updated: Feb 11, 2026 10:26 IST

OTM 2026 Concludes in Mumbai, Reinforcing India's Rise as a Priority Market for Global Tourism

Updated: Feb 11, 2026 10:25 IST

CGI looks ahead after 50 years: 'Building what's next' for an evolving world

Updated: Feb 11, 2026 10:21 IST

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Updated: Feb 11, 2026 10:14 IST

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