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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Strong demand, new launches drive double-digit growth in auto wholesales in Feb: Report
Auto companies in India registered double-digit growth in wholesale volumes in February 2026, supported by strong demand across segments, according to a research report by Aditya Birla Capital.

Updated: Mar 05, 2026 08:51 IST

Companies entitled to refunds for tariffs struck down by Supreme Court, US federal judge rules
Companies in the United States that paid tariffs invalidated by the Supreme Court in February are legally entitled to refunds, a federal judge has ruled, marking another setback for the tariff policy introduced by US President Donald Trump.

Updated: Mar 05, 2026 08:14 IST

Qatar Energy declares force majeure; halts LNG production
This move comes amid escalating tensions in West Asia and after its energy infrastructure was targeted, including the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route, which is currently under threat.

Updated: Mar 04, 2026 20:31 IST

"Current environment is very fragile; geopolitical risk re-emerged": Kotak Securities
Sumit Pokharna, VP-Fundamental Research at Kotak Securities, says the situation is "very fragile" and could persist for weeks.

Updated: Mar 04, 2026 19:21 IST

Rupee to face continued depreciation pressures: Kotak Securities
Anindya Banerjee, Head of Commodity and Currency Research at Kotak Securities, on Wednesday stated that with crude oil prices remaining elevated, the rupee is likely to face continued depreciation pressures.

Updated: Mar 04, 2026 19:18 IST

7th India-Japan CEPA joint committee meeting held in Tokyo
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal called for diversified and balanced India-Japan Trade; he highlighted CEPA's full potential and export opportunities

Updated: Mar 04, 2026 18:34 IST

India stock indices continue to slip amid West Asia tensions; Sensex closes 1,123 points down

Updated: Mar 04, 2026 18:26 IST

Markets continued to bleed, Sensex down 1,122 points, Nifty closes 385 points lower
The NIFTY ended at 24,480.50, down 385.20 points or 1.55 per cent as of the time of filing this report. The index opened at 24,388.80 and touched an intraday high of 24,602.45 before sliding to a low of 24,305.40 during the session.

Updated: Mar 04, 2026 17:11 IST

Corporate News

Rajputana Stainless Limited's Rs.255 crore mega IPO to open from March 9

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 14:53 IST

Bamboo industry needs cooperative push to transform rural economy: Suresh Prabhu

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 14:52 IST

Ekatra Retail Ventures Celebrates Women's Day with a Women-Led Foray into Lab Grown Diamond Jewellery

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 14:06 IST

ZTE Honored with Three GSMA GLOMO Awards, Pioneering an Intelligent Future

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 14:03 IST

Federal Bank Strengthens Focus on Wealth Management Business

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 14:02 IST

Matrix announces KATSEYE as global brand ambassador

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 14:01 IST

Supreme Power Equipment Limited Continues Winning Momentum with Strong Order Inflows of Rs 56.86 Cr

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 13:40 IST

The Investor Mindset: Strategy, Service, and Scale | Ft. Rohan Sheth on Brand Ki Baat- Mumbai Edition

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 13:11 IST

Puravankara Enters Joint Development Project on Hennur Road, Bengaluru GDV Over INR 1,300 Crore

Updated: Mar 09, 2026 12:53 IST

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