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 IPO market shows resilience in 2025 with Rs 1.78 Lakh Crore raised: NSE Report

Last year in 2024, a total of 268 IPOs were launched. The decline in 2025 was led by fewer SME offerings, which fell to 117 from 178 a year earlier. In contrast, mainboard IPOs increased to 103 in 2025 from 90 in the previous year, underlining sustained appetite for larger issues.

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 13:55 IST

Third tranche of ECMS approved with Rs 41,863 crore investment covering 22 applications

The government on Friday approved the third tranche of projects under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), as part of its continued push to strengthen India's electronics manufacturing ecosystem.

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 13:15 IST

Adani Enterprises to launch secured NCD issue from Jan 6, offering returns up to 8.9%

Adani Enterprises Limited, the flagship company of the Adani Group, is set to launch a public issue of secured, redeemable non-convertible debentures (NCDs) from January 6, 2026.

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 13:08 IST

AI to broaden investment opportunities in 2026, smaller firms to benefit: Report

The year 2026 is likely to witness broadening of the investment landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), with smaller companies finding specialised niches to launch profitable AI ventures, according to a report by Ambit Wealth.

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 12:46 IST

Despite elevated valuations, Indian stock markets less expensive than US: Report

The domestic equity markets appear less expensive than their US counterparts when compared on the market capitalisation to GDP (Mcap-to-GDP) metric, according to a report by Axis Direct.

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 11:57 IST

TSMC officially begins 2nm chip volume production in Q4 2025

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), the world's leading advanced chipmaker, officially began volume production of its 2-nanometer chips in the fourth quarter of 2025, Focus Taiwan reported, citing a recent update on the company's website.

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 11:36 IST

Auto Industry outlook 2026 remains optimistic; growth seen across 2W, 3W, PV, CV and tractor segments: Report

India's automobile industry is expected to witness sustained momentum in 2026, with Axis Securities maintaining an optimistic outlook across two-wheelers (2W), three-wheelers (3W), passenger vehicles (PV), commercial vehicles (CV) and tractors, supported by demand recovery and policy-led tailwinds.

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 11:23 IST

India's manufacturing PMI slips to two-year low in December; Production growth slows to 38-month low

The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) - a single-figure indicator of sector performance - fell from 56.6 in November to 55.0 in December, signalling the weakest improvement in the health of the sector in two years. The current figure was nevertheless above its long-run average.

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 11:07 IST

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