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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Retirement tops Indian household's priorities, but readiness slumps: Survey

The new retirement landscape of India is undergoing a significant transformation as households pivot from long-term wealth creation toward immediate financial survival.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 12:53 IST

India to remain fastest-growing large economy, touch $26 trillion by 2047: EY report

India is well poised to remain the fastest-growing large economy in the world over the coming decades, with its Gross Domestic Product projected to reach USD 26 trillion in market exchange rate terms by 2047-48, according to EY's report 'India@100: Realizing the potential of a USD 26 trillion economy'.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 12:52 IST

ONDC completes four years, expands reach across India's digital commerce ecosystem

India's digital public infrastructure Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has completed four years since its launch, marking a significant milestone in India's efforts to democratise e-commerce and build an open, inclusive digital marketplace.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 12:11 IST

Crude oil prices to remain low in 2026 due to surplus production and supply demand mismatch: Report

Global crude oil prices are expected to remain under pressure in 2026 as the global oil market is likely to face a sustained supply surplus, according to a report by ING Bank, a global banking and financial services major.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 11:42 IST

Samsung's TriFold exceeds industry expectations in sellouts

Samsung Electronics Co.'s Galaxy Z TriFold is experiencing rapid sellouts across global markets as consumer demand for the dual-folding smartphone exceeds initial industry expectations. The device, which officially launched earlier this month, has consistently exhausted available stock in both domestic and international retail channels.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 11:41 IST

India's capital markets expected to see Rs 4 lakh crore capital formation in 2026: Report

India's equity capital markets are set to witness close to Rs 4 lakh crore in capital formation in 2026, marking a significant milestone in the country's financial evolution, according to Primary Pulse 2025, a report released by Pantomath Capital.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 11:10 IST

2025 emerges as India's year of reforms, cuts and upgrades

Calendar year 2025 marked a defining phase in India's economic and legal landscape, with the government rolling out a series of structural reforms, tax rationalisation measures, regulatory simplification initiatives and monetary support steps, creating a more enabling environment for medium- to long-term growth.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 11:10 IST

Samsung Electronics secures major deal to power BMW's next-gen EV

Samsung Electronics is now providing automotive semiconductors for the new BMW AG's next-generation electric vehicle (EV), the iX3. The move helps the South Korean company grow its business by expanding its chip business beyond memory into logic design and foundry-related services.

Updated: Dec 31, 2025 11:03 IST

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