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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Nifty opens in red, Sensex down 250 pts as investors sentiments guarded amid geopolitical tensions
Domestic stock markets opened in the red on Wednesday, extending selling pressure from the previous trading session amid continued concerns over new 25 per cent US tariffs on countries engaged in trade with Iran amid rising geopolitical tensions in the country.

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 09:38 IST

Risky assets may outperform in 2026 amid AI boom: Report
Risky assets are expected to outperform in 2026 as investors ride the artificial intelligence (AI) boom, supported by easing fiscal and monetary policies and abating trade tensions, highlighted a report by Standard Chartered Bank.

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 08:57 IST

Tech companies must address impact on natural resources, failure threatens firms long term resilience: WEF
Global technology companies must urgently address their impact on natural systems and their dependence on natural resources otherwise this will threaten the long-term resilience of the tech companies, highlighted a report by the World Economic Forum (WEF).

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 08:10 IST

"Important first step for realising millions of people's aspirations": CEA Nageswaran on financial inclusion initiatives
Speaking to ANI at the sidelines of the event, Nageswaran said, "It's an important first step for realising millions of people's aspirations and therefore becoming entrepreneurs and then helping them in their journey."

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 22:24 IST

Delta Electronics plans to boost its manufacturing footprint in India amid semiconductor push
"India is at an inflection point in manufacturing, especially in semiconductors and electronics, and expanding our factory base is a natural step to support this growth," Srivastava told ANI in an exclusive interview.

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 21:10 IST

Adani Energy Solutions transmission network reaches 27,901 ckm; Order book hits Rs 77,787 crore in Q3FY26
Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) expanded its transmission network to 27,901 circuit kilometres (ckm) and reached a total order book of Rs 77,787 crore during the third quarter of the 2026 fiscal year (Q3FY26), according to a company press release.

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 20:18 IST

RBI to end pause on licensing for new Urban Co-operative Banks, proposes Rs 300 crore capital threshold
"Since 2004, licensing for Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs) had been paused. Considering the positive developments in the sector during the last two decades and in response to the growing demand from the stakeholders, we propose to publish a discussion paper on licensing of new UCBs," RBI said in a statement.

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 20:12 IST

Pension Bazaar will boost adoption like Policy Bazaar did for insurance: PFRDA Chief
"Pension Bazaar is an assurance like Policy Bazaar has given the option to people that, with a click on mobile, they can buy any insurance policy. If we can also provide such a platform to people in pension, then the adoption rate will be increased," Ramann told ANI.

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 19:40 IST

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Updated: Feb 09, 2026 15:31 IST

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Updated: Feb 09, 2026 15:29 IST

HROne Announces the World's Largest Virtual AI Summit for HR Leaders Focused on the Future of AI in HR

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 15:17 IST

Space Summit 2026 Concludes in Singapore with Focus on Alignment Across the Global Space Ecosystem

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 15:14 IST

Krafton Records Annual Revenue Of KRW 3.3266 Trillion In 2025

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 15:13 IST

Aditya Kumar Halwasiya strengthens his stake in Cupid Limited, reaffirming strong promoter confidence in the company's long-term growth

Updated: Feb 09, 2026 15:12 IST

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Updated: Feb 09, 2026 15:08 IST

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Updated: Feb 09, 2026 15:07 IST

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Updated: Feb 09, 2026 15:07 IST

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