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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SEBI announces major market reforms; slashes mutual fund and brokerage costs

At its board meeting held in Mumbai, SEBI Chairman underlined the need for simplifying regulatory language and improving ease of understanding, particularly while reviewing stock broker regulations.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 21:09 IST

European Patent Office-India collaboration highlights power of patents in deep-tech era: Roberta Romano-Goetsch

As India pushes its ambition of Atmanirbhar Bharat through deep-tech research and a stronger intellectual property framework,Roberta Romano-Goetsch, Chief Sustainability Officer of the European Patent Office told ANI on Wednesday that the patents are emerging as powerful strategic assets that go far beyond protection, enabling global knowledge-sharing and innovation-led growth.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 19:58 IST

WEP expands to states, strengthens public-private model to boost women-led development: NITI Ayog's Anna Roy

Roy said the platform, more than seven years later since its launch in 2018, continues to be relevant as women remain underrepresented in India's entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 18:45 IST

India-Oman FTA to unlock new opportunities across key sectors: Piyush Goyal

India-Oman Free Trade Agreement will open up significant opportunities across sectors including textiles, food processing, automobiles, gems and jewellery, agrochemicals, renewable energy and auto components. This was stated by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, while addressing the India-Oman Business Forum in Muscat on Wednesday.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 17:38 IST

India's growth story enters a new phase of resilience, opportunity: KV Kamath

Speaking at a leadership forum, titled 'Holistic Leadership for an Inclusive World' organised by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) on Wednesday, Kamath described the period after 2020 as a decisive inflection point.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 17:19 IST

PNGRB unveils comprehensive consumer protection framework for oil and gas sector

The comprehensive framework establishes fundamental rights for consumers while creating a standardized four-tier grievance redressal mechanism applicable to all City Gas Distribution entities, oil marketing companies, LPG distributors, and retail outlets.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 17:09 IST

India poised to create major share of global wealth through technology, demographics: NSE chief

India is uniquely positioned to create a significant share of global wealth over the next five decades, noted Ashish Chauhan, MD and CEO of National Stock Exchange (NSE).

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 16:53 IST

Indian business leaders see major growth potential ahead of PM Modi's Oman visit

Indian business leaders and industry chamber representatives have underscored the growing depth of India-Oman economic relations and highlighted significant future opportunities across sectors, just ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Oman.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 16:43 IST

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