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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India's sugar production rebounds in SSY26, but ethanol capacity struggles with demand plateau: Report

India's sugar sector has begun the new sugar season (SSY26) on a strong footing, with industry data pointing to a sharp year-on-year improvement in production, even as structural challenges persist in the ethanol segment, according to a report by Centrum Institutional Research.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 14:08 IST

SK hynix reveals 48GB 16-layer HBM4 for high-efficiency AI at CES 2026

SK hynix unveiled its next generation of artificial intelligence memory chips, including a 16-layer HBM4, at CES 2026 in Las Vegas on Tuesday. The chipmaker opened a customer-only exhibition booth to deepen engagement with key clients as the demand for high-performance memory continues to rise.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 13:55 IST

Global central banks gold buying likely to continue in 2026, but at slower pace: Report

Gold as a reserve currency by global central banks may continue in 2026, the pace, however, may slow, driven by easing geopolitical risks, evolving monetary policy dynamics and potential shifts in the US dollar trajectory, according to a recent report by YES Bank Economics Research.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 13:36 IST

Tighter risk framework strengthens India's banking operating environment: Fitch Ratings

Global credit rating agency Fitch Ratings on Tuesday said a tighter risk framework is helping in strengthening India's bank operating environment, reflecting improving systemic resilience and risk controls in the Indian banking sector.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 12:40 IST

India's safeguard duties lift steel import parity, domestic demand key for price support: S&P

India's extension of safeguard duties on select steel products will set a pricing floor for imports, but its effectiveness in supporting higher prices ultimately hinges on a recovery in domestic demand, according to a report by S&P Global Ratings.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 12:31 IST

Cement companies likely to post revenue growth in Q3, demand may surge by 11% YoY: Report

Cement companies are expected to register revenue growth in the third quarter results, supported by strong demand momentum, with cement demand projected to record 11 per cent year-on-year growth in Q3FY26, according to a report by Axis Direct.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 11:52 IST

Oil & Gas sector set for strong Q3FY26, despite upstream pressures: Report

The oil and gas sector is expected to report a strong operational performance in the third quarter of FY26, with aggregate EBITDA projected to rise 17 per cent year-on-year, driven primarily by downstream and city gas segments, according to a sector preview note by Nuvama.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 11:51 IST

India's services sector growth hits 11-month low in December: PMI

Rates of expansion in incoming new work and output eased to the slowest in 11 months, with companies refraining from recruiting additional staff, HSBC India Services PMI for December 2025, released on Tuesday, has indicated.

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 11:36 IST

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