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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Processor performance to drive next phase of smartphone growth in India: Report
With over 100 crore mobile handsets in use across India, the country is poised for the next wave of smartphone growth, driven increasingly by performance, efficiency and premium user experience, according to a study by data analytics firm Techarc.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 16:23 IST

InvITs, REITs distributions saw sharp surge in Q2 FY26 on strong asset performance: ICRA Analytics
India's Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) reported robust growth in distributions during the second quarter of FY2026, supported by strong operating performance across asset classes such as roads, power and energy, commercial real estate, telecom infrastructure, and warehouse and logistics, according to data released by ICRA Analytics.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 16:10 IST

Energy sector strengthened and expanded with retail outlets doubling to over 1 lakh by 2025, says Hardeep Singh Puri
The number of petrol pumps and gas stations in India nearly doubled from 51,870 retail outlets in 2014, to over 1 lakh by 2025, said Hardeep Singh Puri, the Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas. The Minister, on X, spoke about these achievements during a meeting of the Consultative Committee of MPs of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Diversification and Energy Transition.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 15:26 IST

CNG, domestic PNG prices set to drop by Rs 2-3 from January 1
Consumers across India are set to benefit from reduced prices of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and domestic Piped Natural Gas (PNG) as the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) announced a tariff rationalization that will come into effect from January 1, 2026.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 14:53 IST

UIDAI Aadhaar database remains unbreached; multi-layered tech protecting 134 crore identities
The government has implemented comprehensive measures to protect the personal data of Aadhaar number holders, and no breach of data has occurred from the central database to date.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 14:39 IST

ICRA flags margin pressure for steelmakers despite 8% demand growth in FY26
Domestic steel demand is expected to remain healthy at around 8 per cent in FY2026; however, continued weakness in steel prices is likely to keep operating margins of steel producers under pressure, according to a report by rating agency ICRA.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 14:21 IST

India's Electronics Manufacturing Clusters 2.0 scheme set to create 1.80 lakh jobs with Rs 1.46 lakh crore investment
The central government projects that the Modified Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC 2.0) scheme will generate approximately 1.80 lakh jobs. Official data shows that approved projects now span 10 states across the country. These locations expect a total investment of over Rs 1.46 lakh crore to build a strong electronics production system in India.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 14:21 IST

India's real estate enters strong investment driven phase, expects USD 12-14 bn investments in 2025: CBRE
India's real estate market is entering a structurally stronger and more investment-driven phase, with equity capital inflows touching record levels and demand broadening across asset classes and geographies, according to a report by real estate services and investment firm CBRE.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 13:50 IST

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Updated: Jan 24, 2026 10:23 IST

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Updated: Jan 24, 2026 10:10 IST

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Updated: Jan 23, 2026 18:23 IST

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Updated: Jan 23, 2026 18:12 IST

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Updated: Jan 23, 2026 18:11 IST

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