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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Amid political shift, Venezuelan oil revival could keep global prices lower for longer: JP Morgan
In its Oil Markets Weekly, JPMorgan said a regime change in Venezuela would represent one of the largest upside risks to global oil supply in 2026 and beyond, an outcome that oil markets are not currently pricing in.

Updated: Jan 07, 2026 14:35 IST

Nvidia announces full production of Vera Rubin AI platform with TSMC chips
Nvidia's new AI computing platform makes a leap with new TSMC-made chips as the company moves into full production of its latest technology. Nvidia Corp. CEO Jensen Huang introduced the supercomputer platform on Monday, which features six concurrent chips manufactured by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC). According to a report by Focus Taiwan, the rollout marks a strategic departure from the company's previous development cycle of releasing only one or two chips at a time.

Updated: Jan 07, 2026 14:11 IST

India remains as compelling long-term equity story in 2026 despite high valuations: Mackenzie Report

Strong demographics, political stability and rising manufacturing exports make India one of the most compelling long-term equity stories globally in 2026, highlighted a report by Mackenzie, a global asset manager.

Updated: Jan 07, 2026 13:53 IST

Concerts drive travel choices, 62% of India's Gen Z plans music-led trips in 2026: Airbnb Survey
Experience-led tourism is gaining momentum among India's Gen Z, as a survey done by travel portal Airbnb reveals that over 62 per cent of the country's Gen Z plans to travel for concerts and music festivals in 2026.

Updated: Jan 07, 2026 13:53 IST

95% of executives across APAC expect GenAI to be partially self-funded by 2026: Report
In a report titled, APAC AI Outlook 2026, IBM said, "This paradigm shift positions AI not as a cost center or a discretionary IT expense, but as a strategic asset that generates its own capital for further innovation, thereby accelerating the pace of transformation and creating a virtuous cycle of growth."

Updated: Jan 07, 2026 13:30 IST

MediaTek unveils new advanced Filogic 8000 family Wi-Fi 8 chipset at CES
MediaTek Inc., one of Taiwan's leading smartphone IC designer, unveiled the advanced Filogic 8000 family Wi-Fi 8 chipset at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas on Monday, according to a report by Focus Taiwan.

Updated: Jan 07, 2026 12:50 IST

India's rising silver dependence could become strategic vulnerability: GTRI
India's silver imports surged to an estimated USD 9.2 billion in 2025, marking a 44 per cent increase from the previous year despite a sharp rise in global prices.

Updated: Jan 07, 2026 12:39 IST

India's inbound tourism shifts beyond traditional urban hubs on policy, digital push: Report
Inbound tourism in India is increasingly moving beyond traditional metropolitan hubs, reflecting a broader shift in travel patterns and regional growth, according to a report by the Mastercard Economics Institute.

Updated: Jan 07, 2026 12:35 IST

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Merck Foundation Marks World Cancer Day by Providing 258 Oncology Scholarships to Healthcare Providers Across 34 African and Asian Countries

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 11:00 IST

Tata Power delivers strong Q3 FY26 performance; Q3 FY26 PAT grows to Rs 1,194 crore: 9M FY26 PAT rises to Rs 3,702 crore up 7 % (YoY)

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 10:59 IST

Hexaware Reports CY25 Revenue of USD 1,537.4 Mn, Marking 7.6% YoY Growth Q4CY25 Revenue at USD 389 Mn, Up 4.5% YoY, EBITDA Expands by 65 bps YoY

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 10:58 IST

IDFC FIRST Bank Q3 FY26 PAT at Rs. 503 crores, PAT up 48% YoY

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 10:40 IST

Bringing Hybrid and Low-Emission Solutions in India: Horse Powertrain to Debut at ACMA 2026

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 10:33 IST

Grover Jewells Limited IPO opens February 4th 2026 aims to fund working capital and growth plans

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 10:18 IST

Infrastructure Push in the Budget Sets the Tone for Real Estate Growth Beyond Metros

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 10:13 IST

NoBroker Brings a Curated, Experience-Led Property Showcase Designed for Today's Pune Homebuyer

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 10:06 IST

POVA Curve 2 Built with Big Power in a Slim Design Launches on February 13

Updated: Feb 05, 2026 10:04 IST

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