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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"Too early to assess economic impact on region, global economy": IMF on West Asia conflict
Amid escalating tensions in West Asia, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday said that it is "closely monitoring developments" and it will be too early to assess the economic impact on the region and the global economy.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 20:10 IST

Commerce, shipping ministries hold consultation meeting amid West Asia tensions; Inter-Ministerial Group for supply chain resilience created
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) is closely monitoring the evolving maritime security situation in the Persian Gulf and has strengthened precautionary measures to safeguard Indian-flagged vessels and Indian seafarers operating in the region.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 19:21 IST

QatarEnergy to stop downstream production after military attacks on it's operating facilities
Posting on its X account, the company said, "Further to the decision by QatarEnergy to stop production of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and associated products, QatarEnergy is stopping the production of some downstream products in the State of Qatar, including urea, polymers, methanol, aluminum and other products."

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 18:20 IST

India has 8 weeks of crude oil and petroleum products inventory: Govt sources says country in comfortable position on energy security
The sources further stated that India is in a comfortable position with respect to LPG and LNG supplies. The government, according to sources, is keeping a close watch on the global energy market to ensure uninterrupted supplies for the country.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 18:11 IST

India fully prepared amid evolving situation in the Middle East; Energy supplies robust: Petroleum Ministry
Following the outbreak of hostilities in the Middle East and the evolving global energy situation, Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas, informed that "the country is well stocked with crude oil and inventories of key petroleum products including petrol, diesel and ATF to deal with short-term disruptions arising from the Middle East."

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 17:30 IST

TP-Link India receives coveted BIS-ER certification for its VIGI line of cameras
TP-Link India, a subsidiary of US-based TP-Link Systems Inc, today announced a landmark update for its VIGI line of security cameras. The company said that its two key models, VIGI C340 and VIGI C440, have successfully achieved the Government of India's mandatory BIS-ER certification.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 16:42 IST

RBI Deputy Governor gives 'career compass' to IIM Jammu students, asks them to respect customers, financials and governance
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Deputy Governor Swaminathan J outlined a three-part "career compass" for management students at the Indian Institute of Management, Jammu, urging them to build leadership grounded in discipline, integrity and customer focus as India advances towards Viksit Bharat 2047.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 16:25 IST

RBI allots Rs 44,330 cr in state bond auction; cutoff yields range between 6.91%-7.70%
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced the results of the auction of State Government Securities (SGS) held on March 2, 2026, with total allotment amounting to Rs 44,330 crore against a notified amount of Rs 43,130 crore. According to the RBI, competitive bids worth Rs 2,07,027.237 crore were received across securities, of which Rs 42,564.241 crore were accepted. Non-competitive bids aggregating Rs 2,179.872 crore were received, with Rs 1,765.759 crore accepted.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 16:01 IST

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Updated: Mar 09, 2026 11:16 IST

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Updated: Mar 09, 2026 10:22 IST

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Updated: Mar 07, 2026 18:41 IST

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