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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Credit Card issuance declines in Q2FY26 amid slowing consumer credit growth: JM Financial

The number of new credit cards issued fell to 4.4 million in the second quarter of FY26, a steep 28% year-on-year decline compared with 6.1 million cards issued in the same period last year, the report said.

Updated: Dec 23, 2025 14:00 IST

LS Electric data center orders exceed USD 673 million in 2025 driven by North American demand
LS Electric data center orders have topped USD 673 million in 2025 as the company expands its reach in the global power solutions market. The South Korean firm announced on Tuesday that its total business orders for the year exceeded 1 trillion won.

Updated: Dec 23, 2025 13:44 IST

India's strong growth cushions impact of US tariffs, FTAs driving market diversification: IIFT VC
India's strong economic growth has helped cushion the impact of higher U.S. tariffs on key export sectors, allowing the country to remain resilient while accelerating free trade agreements to diversify markets, boost services exports and attract investment, Rakesh Mohan Joshi, Vice Chancellor of the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) told ANI.

Updated: Dec 23, 2025 13:36 IST

GST 2.0 played key role in supporting domestic consumption, economic growth in 2025: Report
The impact of GST 2.0 was reflected quickly in tax collections and consumption indicators. Gross GST collections rose to Rs 1.96 trillion in October 2025, registering a 4.6% year-on-year increase, after the new tax structure came into effect.

Updated: Dec 23, 2025 13:09 IST

South Korea's Hyosung Heavy signs USD 82 million deal for UK wind project
Hyosung Heavy Industries secured a contract worth 120 billion won, or approximately USD 82 million, to supply ultra-high-voltage transformers to the United Kingdom. This deal with SP Energy Networks, a division of ScottishPower, aims to support a significant wind power project as Britain works toward its carbon-neutrality goals.

Updated: Dec 23, 2025 13:08 IST

Real-time tax data to sharpen state GDP estimates under new methodology: MoSPI
States will soon be able to estimate their economic growth more accurately using real-time tax filing data, a senior government official said Monday, as India prepares to unveil a revamped system for measuring national output.

Updated: Dec 23, 2025 12:53 IST

Capex stays king as Budget FY27 balances growth with deficit control: EY Report
Real GDP grew 8.2% in Q2 FY26, driven by balanced expansion in manufacturing and services, while inflation has fallen to a near-record low of 0.7%, giving policymakers room to prioritise growth without stoking price pressures.

Updated: Dec 23, 2025 12:49 IST

Roundtable underscores strategic importance of critical minerals for India's defence preparedness
The Centre for Joint Warfare Studies (CENJOWS), in collaboration with IP Bazzaar, hosted Tech Talk, a high-level, closed-door roundtable discussion on the theme "Minerals That Matter: Geopolitics, Sovereignty and Value Chains" last week here in the national capital.

Updated: Dec 23, 2025 12:41 IST

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Updated: Jan 29, 2026 10:39 IST

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Updated: Jan 29, 2026 10:14 IST

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Updated: Jan 29, 2026 10:07 IST

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Updated: Jan 28, 2026 18:17 IST

Industrial Automation Magazine Celebrates 40 Years as India's Legacy Automation Publication: Trusted by Manufacturing Leaders & Engineering Institutions

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 18:15 IST

Meducination and Ujala Cygnus Launch Clinical Observership Programs to Strengthen Practice-Readiness of Medical Graduates

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 18:13 IST

Union Budget 2026: Gujarat Inc. Calls for Reforms, Capex Push and Policies to Accelerate Sustainable Growth

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 18:12 IST

Can Technology Be Sustainable? Youth Delegates Discuss and Decide at MiniCOP30

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 18:04 IST

TVS Motor Registers Highest Ever Sales, Revenue and Profits in Q3FY26

Updated: Jan 28, 2026 18:02 IST

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