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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CAIT flags predatory pricing, urges stronger protection for small retailers in its pre-budget demand to FM
The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), representing over 9 crore traders and small business entrepreneurs, has submitted a comprehensive set of budgetary recommendations to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 14:56 IST

India's real estate inflows hit record USD 14.3 billion in 2025: CBRE
Capital inflows into India's real estate sector surged 25 per cent in 2025 to reach an all-time high of USD 14.3 billion, according to the latest 'India Market Monitor Q4 2025 - Investments' report by CBRE South Asia Pvt. Ltd. The sector attracted USD 3.3 billion worth of investments during the October-December quarter alone, recording a 30 per cent year-on-year increase. Domestic investors dominated the overall investment inflows in the final quarter of the year, accounting for an 80 per cent share of the total capital.

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 14:08 IST

Gold set to extend rally in 2026 as investors hedge against market bubbles: Report

The report notes, "We remain Overweight on gold, with 3- and 12-month price targets at USD 4,350/oz and USD 4,800/oz, respectively. Ongoing Emerging Market (EM) central bank demand and supportive macro conditions should sustain gold's rally." It expects gold to extend its multi-year rally, supported by sustained central bank buying, a weaker US dollar and the re-emergence of gold's inverse relationship with real bond yields.

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 13:47 IST

CII advocates for strategic mandates and incentives to fuel India's green hydrogen ambitions
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has formally called upon the government to implement robust green hydrogen mandates to catalyse demand and solidify India's position in the global green energy economy. In a comprehensive proposal released in New Delhi, the industry body emphasised that introducing blending requirements for high-consumption sectors such as refining, fertilisers, and natural gas is essential to bridge the current economic gap between traditional grey hydrogen and its cleaner green counterpart.

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 13:39 IST

Union Budget seen as catalyst for industrial recovery amid weak infrastructure awards in FY26: Report
The upcoming Union Budget 2026 is expected to be a key trigger for the industrial sector, with higher government allocation likely to support a recovery in domestic ordering, particularly for infrastructure and capital goods companies, according to a report by HDFC Securities Institutional Research.

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 13:19 IST

Domestic travel and business tourism to drive Indian hospitality revenues in FY26: ICRA
The Indian hospitality industry is expected to sustain its revenue growth in FY2026, maintaining momentum despite the high base recorded in FY2025. According to an ICRA report, this growth trajectory finds support from domestic leisure travel, demand from meetings, incentives, conferences, and events (MICE), weddings, and consistent business travel.

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 13:12 IST

10.4 crore 'Ujjwala' households drive surge in LPG usage: Hardeep Singh Puri
India's Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, took to his social media on Wednesday, highlighting the transformative impact of India's clean cooking initiatives, emphasizing that the true success of the program lies in the regular usage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) rather than just the number of connections provided.

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 13:06 IST

Wholesale inflation rises to 0.83% in December 2025 as manufacturing and primary costs climb
The annual rate of inflation based on the All India Wholesale Price Index (WPI) number reached 0.83 per cent (provisional) for the month of December 2025 compared to the same month in 2024.

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 12:50 IST

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Garment Mantra Lifestyle Ltd. Reports Earnings for 9MFY26, PAT Jumps 499 Percent YoY

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 16:41 IST

IIT Bombay - Washington University in St. Louis Launches 11th Cohort of Joint Executive MBA Program

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 16:33 IST

Ecolab India Certified as a 2026 Top Employer for the Third Consecutive Year

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 16:25 IST

Air Marshal Ajay Kumar Pan Explores Future-Ready Logistics at LogiMAT India 2026

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 16:25 IST

HDFC Life and Muthoot FinCorp Ltd. Collaborate to Secure Customers Financially

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 16:25 IST

Niloufer Expands Its Culinary Footprint with the Launch of Niloufer Chath in Hyderabad

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 16:24 IST

Paranjape Schemes New Film Ignites a Nationwide Conversation on the Future of Differently-Abled Families

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 16:24 IST

Udyamitsav and Pragyaan 2026 at IIT Jammu Highlight Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Experiential Learning

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 16:24 IST

JK Cement Ltd. Marks a New Milestone with Bhoomi Poojan of its Upcoming Bikaner Grinding Unit

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 16:23 IST

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