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

Highlights

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.

International Solar Alliance, Govt of India hold strategic meeting on global artificial intelligence mission for energy

The International Solar Alliance (ISA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), and the Ministry of Power (MoP), Government of India, hosted an official pre-summit convening on the Global Artificial Intelligence (AI) Mission for Energy in New Delhi today.

Updated: Dec 18, 2025 19:29 IST

Rising travel costs drive Indians to maximise credit card rewards through flight redemptions: Report

Flight redemptions have emerged as the most preferred use of credit card reward points in India in 2025, overtaking cashback, according to a report by AI-driven credit card and loyalty optimisation platform SaveSage.

Updated: Dec 18, 2025 18:42 IST

CCI takes cognizance of information filed against IndiGo, to probe issue of flight disruptions

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has decided to launch an inquiry into the issue of flight disruptions at IndiGo, taking cognizance of Information filed against the airline.

Updated: Dec 18, 2025 18:30 IST

ISMA seeks higher sugar Minimum Selling Price to safeguard financial health of sugar farmers

The Indian Sugar & Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) gathered on Thursday for its Annual General Meeting (AGM). According to a press release from ISMA, the organisation promised to work closely with the Government of India and other partners. Their main goal is to make the sugar and bio-energy business stronger and ready for the long term

Updated: Dec 18, 2025 18:30 IST

Reliance Consumer Products acquires majority stake in Tamil Nadu's heritage brand 'Udhaiyam'

Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL) took a major step to grow its food business by acquiring a majority stake in Udhaiyams Agro Foods Private Limited. This deal brings the popular Tamil Nadu brand called Udhaiyam under the Reliance family. The move allows Reliance to add strength to its collection of branded staple foods, as per a RCPL press release.

Updated: Dec 18, 2025 17:32 IST

Mumbai International Airport sets new record with 1.76 lakh passenger traffic on Nov 29

Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) set new records for passenger traffic in November 2025. The airport handled more than 48.88 lakh passengers during the month.

Updated: Dec 18, 2025 16:34 IST

Indian stock market ends on muted note; IT stocks remain key support

IT stocks remained the key support for the Sensex while select heavyweights including HDFC Bank, Sun Pharma, and Bharti Airtel remained the top drags.

Updated: Dec 18, 2025 16:25 IST

Jio Platforms recognised among India's Top Innovators at CII Awards 2025

As per the Annual Report published by the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks for 2024-25, the Indian Government has recognized Jio Platforms as India's single largest global IP creator, ahead of all Indian companies and research institutions.

Updated: Dec 18, 2025 16:12 IST

Corporate News

Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited Secures Chemical Tanker Order from Europe's Rederiet Stenersen AS

Updated: Jan 26, 2026 11:17 IST

Attorney General R. Venkataramani, Reliance Industries Executive Director Hital Meswani receive Honorary Doctorates at Amity University Maharashtra Convocation

Updated: Jan 26, 2026 10:53 IST