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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RIL Q3 FY26 revenue rises 10% to Rs 2.94 lakh crore; EBITDA up 6%
For the nine months ended December 31, 2025 (9M FY26), RIL reported EBITDA at Rs 1,59,323 crore, up 18.3 per cent Y-o-Y, while PAT and share of profit/(loss) of associates and JVs rose 28.1 per cent Y-o-Y to Rs 75,165 crore

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 20:13 IST

NSE to conduct live trading session on February 1 on account of Budget presentation

In a circular issued by the Futures & Options Department, NSE said the live trading session will be held in accordance with standard market timings.

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 19:51 IST

Centre blocks 242 illegal betting and gambling website links
The sources said that action taken today reflects the Government's commitment to protect users especially youth, and to curb financial and social harm caused by illegal online betting and gambling platforms

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 19:14 IST

Wipro registers 5.5% year-on-year rise in gross revenue for Q3 FY26
Wipro Limited on Friday reported a 5.5 per cent year-on-year increase in gross revenue during the quarter that ended in December 2025. Gross revenue for the quarter stood at Rs 235.6 billion (USD 2.62 billion), also marking a 3.8 per cent sequential increase, according to the company's latest financial results announcement.

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 18:46 IST

Mother of all deals: Piyush Goyal on proposed FTA with EU
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday described the proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) as the "Mother of all deals".

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 18:10 IST

CCPA cracks down on illegal walkie-talkie sales online; fines Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho, Meta
The action followed the identification of over 16,970 non-compliant walkie-talkie listings across platforms. Notices were issued to 13 e-commerce entities, including Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho, JioMart, Meta (Facebook Marketplace), Talk Pro, Chimiya, MaskMan Toys, India Mart, TradeIndia, Antriksh Technologies, Vardaanmart and Krishna Mart.

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 17:45 IST

Base year revision of key indicators to support better-calibrated monetary policy, economic growth: RBI Governor
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra, has welcomed National Statistical Office (NSO) under Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation's (MoSPI) base year revision of key economic indicators -- Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and Index of Industrial Production (IIP), noting it will reflect changing consumption patterns, economic structures, and support better-calibrated monetary policy and growth.

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 17:44 IST

PM Modi is giving West Bengal gift of over one dozen new trains: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train between Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya) at Malda Town Railway Station on Saturday, Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Friday.

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 17:34 IST

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Girl Effect India Launches Tipi Tipi Talk on Safer Internet Day: An Initiative for Students to Fight Tech Hinsa

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 17:46 IST

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Updated: Feb 10, 2026 17:39 IST

Dr Ashish Bangar Named Outlook 'Best Doctors of Maharashtra - Pune 2025', Highlights Need for Faster Cancer Diagnosis

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 17:38 IST

Two Decades of Transformation: STIHL India Celebrates 20 Years Driving Mechanization Across India's Diverse Landscapes

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 17:33 IST

Kotak Mahindra AMC deploys Pascal AI's agentic research platform to enhance institutional investment research

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 17:20 IST

Sanatan Premier League: India's First Cultural Cricket League

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 17:08 IST

Wireless, Seamless, Fearless: The New Era of Women's Intimate Wear in India

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 17:07 IST

Sustrack Successfully Organised the National Conference on Green Hydrogen and Industrial Decarbonization

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 17:04 IST

Fermenta 9MFY26 Consolidated Revenues up 25% YoY; Net profit up 20% YoY

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 17:02 IST

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