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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Import curbs on Low Ash Metallurgical Coke raise steel prices in India: GTRI
"While the government protects domestic steelmakers through high safeguard and anti-dumping duties and Quality Control Orders on finished steel imports, it simultaneously restricts access to Low Ash Metallurgical Coke (LAM Coke), a non-substitutable input that accounts for 35-40% of steel production costs," the report said.

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 14:39 IST

Adani Energy Solutions doubles project pipeline, expands green transmission & smart metering infra
Adani Energy Solutions Ltd. (AESL) expanded its green energy infrastructure and transmission network this year, positioning itself as a key player in India's shift toward renewable power. According to a press release from Adani Energy Solutions, the company's project pipeline doubled from Rs 30,000 crore to Rs 60,000 crore during the year.

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 14:25 IST

GST exemption boosts health insurance coverage, average sum insured jumps 31%: Report
The report said that after the removal of GST, the average health insurance cover increased from Rs 14.5 lakh in the pre-GST period to Rs 19 lakh in the post-GST period. This indicates that people are now choosing higher levels of health coverage, as insurance has become more affordable.

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 14:23 IST

Spiritual travel destinations witness exceptional footfall in 2025 led by historic Maha Kumbh

The year 2025 has been a year of renewed optimism for India's hospitality sector, with the spiritual tourism taking the lead, driven by the historic Maha Kumbh organised in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj district. Leaders in the hospitality industry said the year was shaped by a powerful convergence of spiritual, cultural, and experiential travel, with spiritual tourism emerging as a key driver for hotels.

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 14:09 IST

Navi Mumbai Airport workers fly maiden flight, Gautam Adani highlights confidence of India's labour force
Workers, part of the construction of the greenfield Navi Mumbai airport, were among the flyers during the inaugural day operations at the airport on Thursday, marking a landmark expansion of Mumbai's aviation capacity and a decisive step in India's infrastructure journey.

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 14:06 IST

AI growth faces Power, Resource and Safety hurdles despite big productivity promise: JP Morgan
The expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) is still in the balance as debates around resource scarcity, privacy and safety are likely to shape public sentiment and government policy in ways that can both create and destroy financial value, according to a report by JP Morgan.

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 13:48 IST

India's real GDP growth to become more broad-based in 2026: Report
Indian economic growth is expected to stay robust going into 2026, supported by both monetary and fiscal interventions, according to a report by Standard Chartered.

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 13:17 IST

NBFCs raise Rs 635 billion across 24 IPOs in 2025, accounting for 26.6% of total proceeds
In contrast, banks took a more calibrated approach. While private banks recorded virtually no IPO fundraising in CY25, PSU banks emerged as dominant players in the Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) market.

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 13:09 IST

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Duroflex Introduces the Next Generation of Sleep Tech in India with Airboost™

Updated: Jan 30, 2026 14:30 IST

Red Chief Brand Welcomes Bollywood Star Ayushmann Khurrana as Its New Brand Ambassador

Updated: Jan 30, 2026 14:17 IST

Why Trust Continues to Define the Astrological Gemstone Market in India

Updated: Jan 30, 2026 14:17 IST

Driving without Third-party Insurance Can Cost You More than Just Traffic Police Challan

Updated: Jan 30, 2026 14:01 IST

Admissions Open for SCMS NOIDA via SET 2026

Updated: Jan 30, 2026 13:54 IST

Wibmo, a PayU Company Recognized Among Chartis Top 50 Leaders in Global Retail Banking Analytics Rankings 2025

Updated: Jan 30, 2026 13:14 IST

"Taste Hong Kong," a Chef-Curated Gourmet Guide to the City's True Culinary Soul

Updated: Jan 30, 2026 13:07 IST

The Chanakya Imagine Atelier Marked the Beginning of the Season of Art and Design in the Capital

Updated: Jan 30, 2026 12:55 IST

Indowind Energy Reports 29.4 Percent YoY EBITDA Growth for 9M FY26; Unveils Fund Raising, Investment Plan

Updated: Jan 30, 2026 12:47 IST

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