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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Mumbai tops housing market in 2025; office leasing second-highest in over a decade: Knight Frank
Mumbai consolidated its position as India's largest residential real estate market in 2025 while recording the second-highest office leasing volume in more than a decade, according to Knight Frank India's latest report.

Updated: Jan 10, 2026 08:33 IST

India seen growing 7.4% in 2025; tax reforms, monetary policy easing buoy economy: UN economist
India's economy is expected to remain one of the fastest-growing major economies globally, with growth projected at 7.4 per cent in 2025, according to the United Nations' World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026 report.

Updated: Jan 10, 2026 08:15 IST

Trump calls for cap on credit card interest rates at 10%, effective Jan 20
US President Donald Trump has announced a one-year cap on credit card interest rates, proposing a maximum rate of 10 per cent, to be effective from January 20.

Updated: Jan 10, 2026 07:49 IST

National Traders' Welfare Board reviews measures to strengthen retail trade sector
Joint Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Sanjiv, highlighted the critical role of the retail trade sector in the Indian economy and called for greater awareness of NTWB initiatives, including virtual interactive sessions. He noted that the Board's progress reflected effective coordination and a clear strategic vision.

Updated: Jan 09, 2026 20:38 IST

PHDCCI sets pre-Budget BFSI agenda; backs green bank, MSME credit, reforms
The recommendations emerged during an interactive session on "Pre-Budget Expectations of the BFSI Sector - Policy Priorities for a Strong and Inclusive Financial Ecosystem", organised by PHDCCI's BFSI Committee at PHD House in New Delhi.

Updated: Jan 09, 2026 20:10 IST

German business eager for India-EU FTA, says German Ambassador to India ahead of Chancellor Merz's official visit
German business is eagerly looking forward to having this Free Trade Agreement (FTA), and India is a key partner for Germany, said Philipp Ackermann, German Ambassador to India while speaking to ANI on Friday. This statement comes ahead of the official visit of the Federal Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, Friedrich Merz, to India on January 12 and 13.

Updated: Jan 09, 2026 19:12 IST

TSMC December 2025 revenue rises 20.4% YoY to USD 10.59 billion, Annual revenue surges 31.6% YoY

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announced its December 2025 revenue report on Friday, showing a significant year-on-year increase despite a slight monthly decline. The company reported consolidated revenue of approximately NT$335.00 billion (approx. USD 10.59 billion) for the month of December 2025. This figure represents a 20.4 per cent increase compared to December 2024, although it reflects a 2.5 per cent decrease from the revenue recorded in November 2025.

Updated: Jan 09, 2026 18:39 IST

SEBI introduces exemptions from technical glitch framework, drops 60% firms from compliance net

The revised framework simplifies the reporting requirement by providing the extension of time for reporting of technical glitches (from one hour to two hours), consideration to the trading holiday's while submitting reports and streamlining the reporting requirement from reporting to all the exchanges to a single reporting platform (i.e. Common Reporting Platform).

Updated: Jan 09, 2026 17:59 IST

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MSEED and the Future of Event Management Education in India

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 11:06 IST

Joyville Shapoorji Housing to develop row houses in Howrah, West Bengal

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 11:03 IST

Hasiru Farms Marks 77th Republic Day with 77 Kms Cyclothon at VRUKSHA Project Launch

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 11:00 IST

India's Largest CIO Gathering, Nextech Summit 2026, Set To Bring Together 500+ Enterprise Technology Leaders In Mumbai This Week

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 10:55 IST

Nike Air Force 1 'Unmistakable' An Indian take on a Nike icon - Built for those who beat the odds

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 10:54 IST

Avani Institute of Design Successfully Hosts Avani Winter Workshop 2026, a Multi-Disciplinary Platform for Experimental Learning

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 10:54 IST

The Belgian Waffle Co Introduces Waffletine's with Shararat Fame, Ayesha Khan

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 10:40 IST

Milliken Highlights Next-Generation Polymer Solutions at PLASTINDIA 2026

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 10:38 IST

Piramal Critical Care and Blue-Zone Technologies collaborate to capture, collect and recycle waste anaesthesia gas

Updated: Feb 06, 2026 10:23 IST

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