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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Generic Semaglutide patent expiry opens over Rs 50,000 Crore opportunity for drugmakers: Report

In India, the launch of generic semaglutide, expected in the first quarter of FY27, is projected to boost overall Indian Pharmaceutical Market (IPM) growth by 0.5-1%. Prices are anticipated to be 30-50% lower than current levels initially, with the potential for deeper cuts of up to 70-75% over time. This is expected to significantly accelerate adoption of GLP-1 therapies among diabetics.

Updated: Jan 03, 2026 18:58 IST

Defence, Capital Goods to lead India's Capex revival: Report
Defence remains one of the strongest structural beneficiaries of the capex push. Higher budgetary allocations, a robust order pipeline, and the government's continued emphasis on indigenisation under the Atmanirbhar Bharat programme are driving multi-year revenue visibility for defence manufacturers. Export opportunities are also expanding, adding an incremental growth lever.

Updated: Jan 03, 2026 16:48 IST

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri highlights India's growth to 132 Compressed Bio Gas plants
India has established 132 Compressed Bio Gas (CBG) plants with a total production capacity of 920 tonnes per day (TPD) as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance renewable energy infrastructure, said Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri on X. The government is currently expanding this capacity through the Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation (SATAT) initiative.

Updated: Jan 03, 2026 15:11 IST

Foreign investors to stage comeback in Indian equities in 2026; AI exposure gap may pose risk
FPIs pulled out about USD 17.5 billion from Indian equities in 2025, the highest annual outflow on record in absolute terms. The selling reflected weak earnings momentum, global risk aversion, and better relative opportunities in AI-heavy markets, the report highlighted.

Updated: Jan 03, 2026 15:10 IST

Reliance Jio registers strong subscriber growth in November 2025, maintaining broadband leadership, say leading Brokerages
Reliance Jio registered strong subscriber growth and maintained its leadership in the broadband segment during November 2025, according to reports from leading brokerages analyzing the latest Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) data.

Updated: Jan 03, 2026 14:38 IST

"Pro-business, but will never back exploitation," AAP MP Raghav Chadha responds to critcism for his support to gig workers strike
The AAP MP criticised the platforms for labelling striking workers as miscreants, saying that he was happy his Parliamentary intervention had sparked a debate.

Updated: Jan 03, 2026 14:27 IST

IREF urges Finance Minister to boost rice exports, farmer incomes in Union Budget 2026
"The rice sector faces ecological stress (notably groundwater depletion in major paddy belts), high fiscal costs of procurement and storage, and market/compliance volatility. Union Budget 2026 can strengthen competitiveness while improving sustainability and farmer outcomes through targeted fiscal and enabling measures," the federation said in its letter.

Updated: Jan 03, 2026 14:11 IST

Zomato's Deepinder Goyal trying to save himself, many questions still unanswered: Gig workers union
He said the CEOs of the food delivery apps, and the gig workers can come and sit together to discuss what is right and what went wrong to close the matter. "Even after the repeated threats from the CEOs, the gig workers continued the peaceful strikes resulting in delays in 60% of orders," he added.

Updated: Jan 03, 2026 14:05 IST

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Titan Smart introduces Celestor 2.0, onboards World No.3 Badminton pair, Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy as brand ambassadors

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 16:16 IST

A Life Beyond Success: Nation Pays Tribute to Art Patron Harish Khullar on Third Death Anniversary

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 16:15 IST

UHA's Pentad Pavilion Selected for Exhibition at India Art Fair 2026

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 16:15 IST

Dr. Dhruv Galgotia Chairs International Dialogue on Student-Centric Teaching at QS India Summit, Goa

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 16:14 IST

Jain University's Summit of Future Sets Guinness World Record; 401-Speaker Relay Creates History

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 16:14 IST

"Union Budget 2026-27 Progressive and Growth-Oriented" - Chairman, MATEXIL

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 16:14 IST

HooLiv: India's Tech-Powered Answer to Modern Student Housing

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 15:41 IST

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Updated: Feb 03, 2026 15:40 IST

SA Technologies Launches CRMTeam.ai to Move Enterprises from "Rented Talent" to Agentforce-Driven Outcomes; Appoints Siddharth S. Lakhotia to Lead Practice

Updated: Feb 03, 2026 14:55 IST

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