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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With more than 18 FTAs so far, India must shift focus to deliver export gains amid tough 2026 trade outlook: GTRI
With 18 free trade agreements (FTAs) already signed and more likely in 2026, India's priority must now move from negotiating new deals to ensuring existing FTAs translate into real export gains, particularly in electronics, engineering and textiles, highlighted a report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI).

Updated: Dec 25, 2025 12:18 IST

Indian commercial vehicle industry poised for upcycle as replacement demand builds: Nomura
The Indian medium and heavy commercial vehicle (M&HCV) industry appears to be entering the next upcycle, with industry volumes estimated to grow by around 8 per cent year-on-year in FY26 and 10 per cent in FY27, following a period of modest growth, according to a report by Nomura.

Updated: Dec 25, 2025 11:47 IST

Tier-2, Tier-3 cities to drive next phase of India's premium housing growth
India's premium and luxury housing segment is undergoing a structural expansion, with demand steadily moving beyond traditional metropolitan markets into Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, according to industry reports and developers.

Updated: Dec 25, 2025 10:53 IST

India may miss the USD 1 trillion export target of FY26 as shipments lose momentum: GTRI
India is unlikely to achieve the ambitious target of USD 1 trillion in exports of goods and services in FY26, with global slowdown and protectionism weighing on merchandise shipments, economic think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) Founder Ajay Shrivastava told ANI on Wednesday.

Updated: Dec 25, 2025 10:30 IST

SEBI eases documentation norms for duplicate securities, increases limit to Rs 10 Lakh
Market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has further simplified the procedure for issuing duplicate securities certificates to enhance ease of investment, strengthen investor protection, and promote dematerialisation.

Updated: Dec 25, 2025 09:27 IST

Private banks lead small business lending; PSBs lost share in last 2 years: Report
Private banks continue to dominate enterprise lending to small businesses in India, closely followed by public sector banks (PSBs), though the latter have seen a decline in their market share over the past two years, according to a report by Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) and CRIF High Mark, India's first full-service credit information bureau.

Updated: Dec 25, 2025 08:50 IST

Indian stock markets shut today for Christmas, marking last trading holiday of 2025
Indian stock markets will remain closed on Thursday for the Christmas holiday, marking the last trading holiday of 2025.

Updated: Dec 25, 2025 08:13 IST

Vaishnaw thanks Rahul Gandhi for "acknowledging success" of 'Make in India' after Congress leader lauds Karnataka's ecosystem for Foxconn unit
Two days after Rahul Gandhi hailed job creation at the Foxconn's unit in Karanataka and credited the Congress government in the state for "setting an example by creating an ecosystem where manufacturing can grow", Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwani Vaishnaw said that the Congress leader has acknowledged "the success of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Make in India' programme.

Updated: Dec 24, 2025 22:16 IST

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