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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Nirmala Sitharaman drives developmental transformation across Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh through MP funds
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has led a series of impactful development initiatives across Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, leveraging the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) to deliver tangible benefits in infrastructure, livelihoods, environment, technology, and education.

Updated: Jan 11, 2026 13:32 IST

India must accelerate AI, industrial automation to unlock manufacturing potential: Report
India must accelerate AI-led innovation, industrial automation, and the adoption of frontier technologies to fully realise its manufacturing ambitions, according to The Make-in-India Upgrade: Advanced Manufacturing Trends, a December 2025 chartbook by Ionic Wealth.

Updated: Jan 11, 2026 12:59 IST

India EV market hits 2.3 million sales in 2025, policy support, festive demand drive adoption
The report released this week highlighted that EV adoption accelerated steadily through the year, supported by policy incentives and a sharp festive-led surge in the final quarter.

Updated: Jan 11, 2026 11:57 IST

Karnataka seeks GST revenue protection, more tobacco excise duty sharing from Centre
Karnataka government has called on the Union Government, in the forthcoming Union Budget 2026-27, to ensure revenue protection for States post-GST rationalisation, share excise duty and cess on pan masala and tobacco products, release pending Central dues under flagship schemes such as the Jal Jeevan Mission, and strengthen funding for rural employment, agriculture, and social protection.

Updated: Jan 11, 2026 11:39 IST

CII calls for value unlocking of PSUs through fast-tracking privatisation
To sustain capital expenditure and address developmental priorities amid global economic uncertainties, the industry chamber CII in its proposals for the Union Budget 2026-27, has urged the Government to mobilise resources through a calibrated approach to privatisation, focusing on sectors where private participation can enhance efficiency, technology infusion, and global competitiveness.

Updated: Jan 11, 2026 11:02 IST

India forex reserves fall sharp $9.8 billion in week that ended Jan 2
India's foreign exchange reserves dropped sharply, by USD 9.809 billion in the week that ended January 2 to USD 686.801 billion, driven by a slump in both gold reserves and foreign currency assets, the Reserve Bank of India's latest 'Weekly Statistical Supplement' data showed.

Updated: Jan 11, 2026 10:50 IST

Finance Minister chairs Pre-Budget Consultation meeting with States, Union Territories
Along with Union Minister for State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary, the meeting was also attended by Governor of Manipur; Chief Ministers of Delhi, Goa, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, Meghalaya, and Sikkim; Deputy Chief Ministers of Arunachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Rajasthan and Telangana; the Finance Ministers of States/UTs, besides Secretaries of Departments of Economic Affairs, Expenditure, and Revenue, and senior officials of the Ministry of Finance.

Updated: Jan 10, 2026 20:58 IST

CCPA cracks down on restaurants for illegal service charges, takes action against 27 establishments

According to the CCPA, investigations triggered by consumer complaints received through the National Consumer Helpline (NCH) revealed that several restaurants were automatically adding service charges, often around 10 per cent, to food bills without customer consent. Such practices directly contravene the CCPA's 2022 guidelines, which state that service charges must be voluntary and not added by default or subject to GST.

Updated: Jan 10, 2026 19:59 IST

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Updated: Feb 06, 2026 16:13 IST

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Updated: Feb 06, 2026 16:12 IST

Trane Technologies and CIT Collaborate to Establish Centre for Sustainable Refrigeration and Climate Control in India

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 16:11 IST

AI-Enabled NDT Robotics Startup Octobotics Raises Rs. 10 Crore in Series Seed Funding to Transform Asset Integrity Across Industries

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 16:10 IST

HarperCollins Publishers India Announces the Forthcoming Publication of Smarter Than the Storm, A New Book by Amitabh Kant and Siddharth Sinha

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 15:50 IST

Hyper-Personalization at Scale: Why Brands Must Shift to an Agentic AI Strategy

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 15:45 IST

Mewar University's Bold Move: Bridging India's Religious Divide

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 14:49 IST

Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), Manipal, to Host Manipal Entrepreneurship Summit 2026 from 12-14 February

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 14:48 IST

Bata India brings in Sanjana Sanghi for 'Make Your Way' Campaign Launch Spotlighting Victoria Ballerina

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 14:47 IST

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