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 bets on generative AI to reshape drug discovery, says Union Minister Jitendra Singh

India will rely on generative AI to accelerate drug discovery and bolster clinical research, Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh said on Friday, adding that fears that the technology will replace scientists are unfounded and that AI will only enhance decision-making, not replace experts.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 17:21 IST

Piyush Goyal meets New Zealand's Minister of Trade to review FTA talks, seek faster progress

Sharing details of the meeting on X, Goyal said, "Held an engaging meeting with my friend & New Zealand's Minister of Trade and Investment, Todd McClay. We discussed key aspects of the India-New Zealand FTA and explored ways to advance the negotiations for the mutual benefit of both countries."

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 17:15 IST

Cabinet approves Minimum Support Price for Copra for 2026 season

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given its approval for the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for copra for the 2026 season.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 17:00 IST

Semicon India Programme driving full-scale chip ecosystem, says MoS IT Jitin Prasada

The Government's ambitious Semicon India Programme is rapidly building a complete semiconductor ecosystem, from design and fabrication to assembly, testing and packaging, Union Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology Jitin Prasada informed the Rajya Sabha on Friday.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 16:47 IST

Rupee weakness deepens on trade and capital outflows; undervaluation may not last: Report

The Indian rupee has continued to display pronounced weakness this financial year, slipping nearly 5 per cent against the US dollar and consistently trading above the 90-per-dollar mark in recent days.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 16:30 IST

Mercedes-Benz to hike prices by up to 2% from January 1, 2026

Despite the company's aggressive localisation strategy, which continues to absorb the bulk of increased costs, a selective price adjustment has become essential to maintain operational sustainability.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 16:28 IST

BEUMER Group inaugurates state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at Reliance MET City, Haryana

Reliance MET City (Model Economic Township Limited), one of India's fastest-growing integrated smart cities, on Friday announced the inauguration of BEUMER Group's new state-of-the-art factory at MET City, Sector-5, Dadri Toe, Jhajjar.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 16:21 IST

Coordination between industry, Govt and financial institutions needed for sustainable pharma sector: CII-Deloitte report

A joint report by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Deloitte called for a coordinated approach involving pharmaceutical enterprises, Government agencies, financial institutions, and Industry associations to embed sustainability across the value chain.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 15:12 IST

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