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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Minister Pralhad Joshi leads from the front, drives Hydrogen-powered car

Leading from the front in India's ambitious clean energy-based automobile future, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, has adopted a hydrogen-powered car.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 18:18 IST

BIS hallmarking strengthening consumer trust, India's quality ecosystem: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi

"Quality is not a choice, it is a responsibility we owe to our citizens, industry and the market," Joshi said while addressing the 79th BIS Foundation Day celebrations event held in New Delhi.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 17:51 IST

India emerges as global leader in GenAI adoption for shopping decisions: BCG Report

BCG notes that shopping has become the third most common use case for GenAI, extending beyond big-ticket items to everyday purchases such as groceries. Overall, the use of GenAI for shopping-related activities rose by 35% between February and November 2025, reflecting growing consumer confidence in AI-driven recommendations.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 17:48 IST

India Energy Week 2026 to be held in Goa during January 27-30 with global participation

India Energy Week (IEW) 2026 is returning to Goa from January 23 to 30, 2026, bringing together ministers from across the world, global CEOs, policymakers, financial institutions, academia and technology providers at a critical juncture for the global energy sector.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 17:46 IST

India records rapid 5G expansion, telecom sector sees all-round growth in 2024-25: TRAI

According to the Annual Report of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) for 2024-25, India continued to consolidate its position as the world's second-largest telecom market, with the overall subscriber base rising to 1,200.80 million by the end of March 2025.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 16:41 IST

Profit booking weighs Indian stock benchmarks; Sensex dips 376 points

The selling spree in India's stock markets continued on Tuesday, with both benchmark indices staying in the red through the session, largely due to profit booking amid relatively subdued sentiment and caution among investors.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 16:22 IST

Despite global uncertainties, domestic reforms may lead to GDP growing 6.9% yoy in FY27: Ind-Ra

Ind-Ra sees potential for FY27 growth to outstrip predictions, particularly with a swift Indo-US trade deal and a favorable Indian Ocean Dipole mitigating El Nino impacts. Conversely, a weaker-than-expected revival in demand could temper growth. Upcoming changes to the base year for GDP and CPI to 2022-23 and 2024, respectively, will prompt a revision of the current economic outlook once new data is available.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 16:20 IST

India's growth seen moderating amid global uncertainty, tariff risks: Chief Economist, India Ratings

Speaking with ANI, Pant said India's GDP growth is currently estimated at 7.4% for the ongoing fiscal year and is likely to moderate to around 6.9% in the next fiscal year. He cautioned, however, that these numbers are subject to revision as the base year for national income accounting will change from 2011-12, with revised GDP figures expected to be released on February 27.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 16:11 IST

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