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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Build more, produce more, connect more and export more: PM Modi to MSMEs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called upon Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and industry leaders to prioritise a strategy of building, producing, and connecting more to enhance India's export capabilities.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 12:09 IST

Sustained rise in oil prices negative for Asian stocks, policymakers may ease rates if growth hit: Report
If the oil prices move higher it would be negative for Asian stocks, but if the ongoing conflict ends relatively quickly, any adverse impact on markets is likely to be short-lived, according to a report by Invesco.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 12:06 IST

"Not every day that you get to meet 'Hitman' himself," says BharatPe's Shilpi Kapoor on 'Super Over' campaign
BharatPe has launched its latest marketing initiative, the "Super Over" campaign, aimed at driving transaction volumes across its merchant and consumer segments through a strategic association with Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 11:41 IST

India's next growth phase to be powered by 'Infrastructure of Intelligence': CFO Adani Group
India's next phase of expansion will be driven by the "infrastructure of intelligence", a comprehensive build-out of physical and digital systems designed to enable AI-led hyper growth says Jugeshinder (Robbie) Singh, Group CFO of the Adani Group.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 11:40 IST

Scindia leads Indian delegation at MWC 2026; Engages with global CEOs for an interactive evening
Union Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, joined industry CEOs from India and across the world for an evening focused on connectivity and innovation at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. The Minister is currently leading the Indian delegation at the global event, which is scheduled to run from March 2 to 5.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 11:10 IST

Despite downward revision in nominal GDP, India's fiscal dynamics remain comfortable: UBI Report
Despite a downward revision in nominal GDP following a change in the base year, India's overall fiscal dynamics remain very comfortable, with the fiscal deficit contained at 63 per cent of the revised estimates (RE) during April-January FY26, according to a report by Union Bank of India.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 10:56 IST

Canada PM, Mukesh Ambani discussed potential of Reliance partnership with Canadian businesses at Mumbai meet
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held discussions with Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani on partnering with Canadian businesses, as Ottawa looks to expand economic engagement with India and boost bilateral trade.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 09:21 IST

Crude may cross USD 100/bbl if oil infrastructure disrupted amid ongoing West Asia conflict: ICICI Bank
Crude oil prices may surge above the USD 100 per barrel threshold if there is any structural disruption to oil infrastructure amid the ongoing military escalations in West Asia, according to a report by ICICI Bank.

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 08:39 IST

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Updated: Mar 07, 2026 15:46 IST

Domicil by HTL Group Launches Domicil Sleep, Opens Two Experience Stores in Bengaluru

Updated: Mar 07, 2026 15:18 IST

ISIC India partners NPCI and Pine Labs to unveil 5-in-1 International Student Identity Card

Updated: Mar 07, 2026 15:01 IST

Capitol Hospital Strengthens Advanced Cardiac and Critical Care Infrastructure Under Dr. Harnoor Singh Pruthi's Leadership

Updated: Mar 07, 2026 15:01 IST

PMJ Jewels Brings "The World's Biggest Jewellery Exhibition - Half Saree, Weddings & Celebrations" to Bengaluru

Updated: Mar 07, 2026 14:43 IST

DRA Homes Launches Chennai's First Multi - Lingual Virtual Sales AI Assistant at CREDAI Fairpro

Updated: Mar 07, 2026 14:19 IST

Newton School Commits to Training 1 Lakh Women in Technology in 2026

Updated: Mar 07, 2026 13:43 IST

7 PhysicsWallah (PW) Students Secure Ranks Under AIR 25 Declared in CS Executive Results

Updated: Mar 07, 2026 12:35 IST

Heroes who save the day, every day: Policybazaar and Star Health come together to honour people behind successful claims

Updated: Mar 07, 2026 12:35 IST

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