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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"We will be adding three more terminals": Jeet Adani on Navi Mumbai Airport

"As we grow in terms of traffic, we will be adding three more terminals, another runway, cross-field taxiways, two kinds of metro connectivity - one towards Mumbai and another towards Panvel, water taxi and helipad," he said.

Updated: Dec 19, 2025 20:53 IST

India is engaging with countries to export formal Halal-certified products: Piyush Goyal

India is engaging with countries where Halal certification for the export of meat and meat products is mandatory, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday.

Updated: Dec 19, 2025 19:56 IST

Devendra Fadnavis inaugurates World Hindu Economic Forum 2025, a platform that connects economic growth with India's civilizational values

The two-day international forum has brought together policymakers, industrialists, entrepreneurs, investors and thought leaders from across the world.

Updated: Dec 19, 2025 19:24 IST

RBI discusses global, domestic economic situation, challenges at board meeting

"The Board approved the risk-based deposit insurance framework for banks and also reviewed the activities of select Central Office Departments and the draft Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India, 2024-25," RBI said in a statement.

Updated: Dec 19, 2025 18:34 IST

Parliament's winter session heavy on financial agenda, some key bills passed

The Winter Session of Parliament was heavy on the financial agenda, with several key legislations passed, including the bill to amend insurance laws, the Appropriation Bills, and the Health Security se National Security Cess Bill.

Updated: Dec 19, 2025 18:22 IST

Stock market snaps four-day losing streak; Sensex ends over 447 points higher

At close, the Sensex was up 447.55 points or 0.53% at 84,929.36, and the Nifty was up 150.85 points or 0.58% at 25,966.40. The mid and small-cap segment clocked stronger gains. Among the sectors, almost all the sectors ended high. Nifty Realty, Auto, Healthcare, Oil and Gas and Pharma spiked almost 1%.

Updated: Dec 19, 2025 16:56 IST

India-Oman CEPA opens new avenues in trade, mobility, investment: Piyush Goyal

"Oman is a member of the GCC and had earlier signed a Free Trade Agreement with the United States in 2006. After nearly 20 years, Oman has chosen India as only the second country for such an agreement," Goyal said.

Updated: Dec 19, 2025 16:27 IST

India-Oman CEPA to boost trade, investment and mobility of Indian professionals: Subhrakant Panda

Subhrakant Panda, Former FICCI President and Managing Director of Indian Metals and Ferro Alloys, described the agreement as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of Viksit Bharat, emphasizing that trade and economic ties hold immense significance in India's development trajectory.

Updated: Dec 19, 2025 16:01 IST

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