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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US-Venezuela tensions unlikely to impact India's oil security: Report

The resurgence of geopolitical tensions between the United States and Venezuela is unlikely to pose any significant risk to India's oil security or trade position, according to a research note by Bank of Baroda.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 16:01 IST

NHAI urges DoT and TRAI to address mobile connectivity gaps on National Highways

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has sought the intervention of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) to address critical mobile network connectivity gaps across the National Highway network.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 15:18 IST

Gold may cool in 2026 as US Fed cuts slow, but bull market seen intact: Report

Analysts at ICICI Direct expect further US Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2026, and persistent concerns over rising global debt, and questions around long-term Fed independence are likely to keep gold attractive as a hedge against macroeconomic uncertainty. "Concerns over Fed independence will be supportive. There are fears in the market that next Fed chair candidate would push for lower interest rate," the report said.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 15:16 IST

India launches AI skilling drive for 10 lakh youth, to be completed in a year: Ashwini Vaishnaw

A mega skilling programme aimed at imparting knowledge of Artificial Intelligence to as many as 10 lakh individuals across the country has been kicked off on Tuesday, from Rajasthan, during the regional AI summit that was held in the run-up to the AI summit to be held next month in India.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 15:10 IST

Indian gas exchange benchmark declines 18% YoY on softer global demand

The Indian Gas Exchange's benchmark price index, GIXI, fell by 18 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to reach Rs 994 or USD 11 per MMBtu in December 2025. This downward trend in domestic prices aligned with international market movements, influenced by increased supply, a mild winter in Europe, and stagnant demand across Asia.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 15:10 IST

Auto retail sales rise 7.7% in 2025 as GST 2.0 sparks second-half revival: FADA

India's automobile retail industry ended 2025 on a firm footing, recording healthy growth across most segments despite a subdued start to the year.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 15:06 IST

Samsung signals Galaxy S26 price hikes amid surging AI chip costs

Ahead of the Galaxy S26 launch scheduled for next month, Samsung Electronics signaled that price increases for its upcoming flagship smartphones may be unavoidable as global semiconductor costs surge and internal divisions face mounting margin pressure.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 14:10 IST

RBI has room for 50 bps rate cut in 2026 after 125 bps easing in 2025: Report

The Reserve Bank of India still has room for a further 50 basis points (bps) cut in policy rates in 2026, following bumper rate cuts of 125 bps in 2025, according to a report by IIFL Capital.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 14:08 IST

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