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.

India's services exports still strong but losing momentum in recent years: Report

The services exports of the country, which have been the strongest part of the country's growth story for more than two decades, have seen a sharp slowdown in recent years, even though long-term growth remains among the best globally, highlighted a report by DSP Asset Managers.

Updated: Dec 15, 2025 11:10 IST

Rupee depreciation offers limited export benefit, hurts labour-intensive sectors: Report

The recent depreciation of the Indian rupee has reignited debate on whether a weaker currency genuinely enhances India's export competitiveness.

Updated: Dec 15, 2025 10:54 IST

Large-cap Indian stocks to outperform in the medium term: Motilal Oswal report

Large-cap stocks in India are likely to outperform in the medium term, supported by stronger balance sheets and higher institutional ownership, according to a report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd.

Updated: Dec 15, 2025 10:43 IST

Stock markets open lower amid cautious global cues, FPI selling and trade deal uncertainty

The domestic equity markets opened lower on Monday amid cautious global cues, continued foreign investor selling and uncertainty around key global central bank actions, as investors remained in a wait-and-watch mode for positive triggers such as a favourable US-India trade deal.

Updated: Dec 15, 2025 09:43 IST

India Inc looks strong after Covid, but growth options limited as demand stays weak: Nuvama

Indian companies look financially stronger after the Covid period, but they are struggling to find new growth opportunities because demand in the economy remains weak, according to a report by Nuvama.

Updated: Dec 15, 2025 08:59 IST

Solar companies making big profits now, but earnings may slow in next 3 years: DAM Capital

Indian solar companies are earning very high profits right now, but these profits are expected to slow down in the coming years as more factories open and competition increases, according to a report by DAM Capital.

Updated: Dec 15, 2025 08:18 IST

Urban e-commerce boosts rural farmers' income in UP's Sambhal with rising strawberry demand

The farmers also emphasised that only the highest-quality produce reaches consumers. India's diverse climate ensures the availability of a wide variety of fresh fruits & vegetables. The major fruits grown in India are mangoes, grapes, apples, strawberries, apricots, oranges, fresh bananas, avocados, guava, litchi, papaya, sapota and watermelons.

Updated: Dec 14, 2025 20:30 IST

India leads global GenAI learning with 3.6 mn enrollments, highest worldwide: Report

India has emerged as the global leader in learning about Generative AI (GenAI), recording an impressive 3.6 million enrollments in 2025, the highest worldwide, according to a report by online learning platform Coursera.

Updated: Dec 14, 2025 18:29 IST

Corporate News

Young author and poet Josan Ranjjith unveiled his latest self-transformation poetry book titled "ENKRATEIA" at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan

Updated: Jan 22, 2026 18:30 IST

Fortis Hospital Mulund, Mumbai, Gives Injured Couple a Second Chance to Celebrate Life Together After Odisha Aircraft Crash

Updated: Jan 22, 2026 18:28 IST

Healthcare Premier League (HPL) Season 3 to Kick Off on 25 January 2026; Doctors and Paramedics from 10 Hospitals to Take the Field

Updated: Jan 22, 2026 18:08 IST

I Didn't Just Get Married--I Made Music: Suman sunil's Kerala-Style Wedding in Chhattisgarh Goes Viral as Bride Sings 'En Uyirila' for Her Entry

Updated: Jan 22, 2026 18:08 IST