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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CEA Anantha Nageswaran calls for states-led reforms in higher education
States hold the key to the next phase of higher education reform in India, said Anantha Nageswaran, Chief Economic Adviser to the Government of India, during the CII Global Higher Education Summit on Wednesday here in the national capital.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 13:49 IST

Government strengthens cyber security measures to combat ransomware and cross-border threats
The Government of India continues to implement a series of strategic initiatives to strengthen the security of the national cyber ecosystem. These measures focus on protecting digital infrastructure against ransomware and cross-border cybercrimes to ensure a safe and accountable cyberspace. According to a Ministry of Electronics & IT press release, the government remains vigilant regarding threats to the digital landscape and works through specialized agencies to safeguard critical sectors.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 13:44 IST

Strong Q2 performance may prompt IMF to upgrade India's growth outlook: Gita Gopinath
Former IMF Chief Economist Gita Gopinath, now a Professor at Harvard University, is of the view that International Monetary Fund (IMF) will certainly raise India's growth forecast for 2025-26, on the back of robust economic growth it recorded in the first two quarters of the current fiscal.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 13:43 IST

Illicit trade poses serious threat to economy and national security: Experts at FICCI CASCADE

Illicit trade, including counterfeiting and smuggling, poses a serious transnational threat to economic growth, consumer safety and national security, noted experts and law enforcement officials at a capacity-building programme organised by FICCI CASCADE in the national capital.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 13:23 IST

Energy markets bearish, metals and gold seem bullish for 2026: Report
2026 is likely to be "fairly bearish" for global energy markets with most metals likely to be "better supported" on account of tighter fundamentals, financial services company ING said in a report.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 13:06 IST

Jitendra Singh introduces new Nuclear Energy Bill in Lok Sabha, calls it historic to transform India's future energy needs
Union Minister of Science and Technology, Atomic Energy, Jitendra Singh on Wednesday introduced 'The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha, which he termed as a historic bill which will transform the future of India and the next generation of Indians.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 12:41 IST

Sitharaman flags fiscal stress of states; highlights fiscal discipline, manufacturing and strategic trade
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman flagged rising fiscal stress in some Indian states and called for sharper focus on manufacturing, innovation, and strategic trade positioning, while addressing the Times Network India Economic Conclave.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 12:24 IST

Refining, Jio and Retail to power RIL re-rating, says Morgan Stanley
Global brokerage Morgan Stanley has re-rated Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), citing the onset of what it calls the company's "fourth monetisation cycle" and a decisive inflection in cash flows across all major business verticals.

Updated: Dec 17, 2025 11:57 IST

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Motorola elevates the flagship segment in India with Motorola Signature - DXOMARK-certified camera, Signature Club services, & performance for 54,999*

Updated: Jan 23, 2026 18:09 IST

Alt Launches 'Alt Credit' Platform, Bringing Institutional Quality Real Estate Credit to Individual Investors

Updated: Jan 23, 2026 18:09 IST

Cotton Culture Strengthens Its Position in India's Ethnic Wear Market with a Focus on Everyday Comfort and Practical Design

Updated: Jan 23, 2026 18:08 IST

6 Benefits of Renewing Car Insurance on Time That Most Drivers Overlook

Updated: Jan 23, 2026 18:08 IST

NextGen AI Growth for PropTech & Real Estate trained channel partners in AI-powered sales and marketing at T-Hub

Updated: Jan 23, 2026 18:07 IST

PlastiWorld 2026 Hosts FIEO-Verified Global Buyers for Sourcing High-Quality Plastic Finished Products from India

Updated: Jan 23, 2026 18:06 IST

MATTER Unveils India's First AI-DV Platform at Technology Day 3.0, Announces a Series of Products Across Two-Wheeler Segments for a Complete EV Transformation

Updated: Jan 23, 2026 18:06 IST

SATCON 2026 wraps up in Delhi with 250+ delegates from 7 countries

Updated: Jan 23, 2026 17:38 IST

ASUS Exclusive Store Opens in Kukatpally, Hyderabad; Operated by Laptop Store

Updated: Jan 23, 2026 17:31 IST

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