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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COAI seeks DoT intervention over denial of Right of Way at Navi Mumbai International Airport

The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) has written to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), seeking urgent intervention against Navi Mumbai International Airport Limited (NMIAL) for alleged denial of Right of Way (RoW) permissions and imposition of exclusive in-building telecom arrangements at the newly developed Navi Mumbai International Airport.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 15:03 IST

India notifies first set of guidelines under export promotion mission, focuses on market access and MSMEs

The government today notified the first set of guidelines under its newly conceived export promotion mission, with an initial focus on market access initiatives, a senior government official from the ministry of commerce said, outlining a wide-ranging framework aimed at easing trade finance constraints, expanding global reach and supporting micro, small and medium exporters.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 14:59 IST

India plans exporter performance index, rules out export subsidies: DGFT

India is working on creating an index to evaluate exporters performance based on their Importer Exporter Codes (IECs), tracking performance over a five-year period, Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) Ajay Bhadoo said on Wednesday, as the government sharpens its focus on data-driven export promotion and market diversification.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 14:38 IST

ICRA projects fertiliser subsidy outlay at Rs 1.9 lakh crore for FY27

The Government of India's total fertilizer subsidy outlay is projected to remain substantial at approximately Rs 1.9 lakh crore for FY27, according to the rating agency ICRA. This forecast highlights a major fiscal commitment intended to maintain the affordability and availability of fertilizers for the agricultural sector across the nation.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 14:23 IST

CPSE dividend payouts rise sharply in past 5 years, strengthening govt's non-tax revenues

Dividends received by the central government from Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) have recorded a steady and notable rise over the last five financial years, broadly surpassing the government's revised estimates (RE).

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 14:05 IST

From shell to soil: India's urban local bodies recycle coconut waste into economic, environmental gains

Once a stubborn by-product of consumption, waste became an ever-growing challenge with rising populations and rapid urbanisation. Answering the call of the Swachh Bharat Mission, India flipped the script: under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) and SBM-U leadership, waste is no longer a problem but a resource, transformed into products and revenue.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 13:23 IST

Indian steel exporters to Europe may have to cut prices by 15-22% as carbon cost kicks in from Jan 1st: GTRI

Indian steel and aluminium exporters are likely to face sharp pricing pressure in the European market from January 1, 2026, as every shipment entering the European Union will carry a carbon cost under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), according to a report by Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI).

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 13:22 IST

India jumps to No. 3 on Global AI Vibrancy Index, talent pool surges 252%

India has climbed to the third position globally on Stanford University's 2025 Global AI Vibrancy Index, behind only the United States and China, marking a sharp rise of four places in just one year.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 12:57 IST

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