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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Mexico's tariff hike to hit 75% of India's exports from January 2026: GTRI
Mexico's decision to sharply raise import duties on goods from countries without a free-trade agreement will significantly disrupt India's exports beginning January 1, 2026, according to a new report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI).

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 15:05 IST

AI investment surge to accelerate in 2026, offsetting tariff Impact on US economy: Fitch Ratings

Artificial intelligence-related investments are set to accelerate sharply in 2026 as companies expand spending to keep pace with the fast-growing AI revolution, according to a report by Fitch Ratings.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 14:48 IST

Devendra Fadnavis meets Satya Nadella, discusses AI's potential
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday met Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella as they unveiled MahaCrimeOS AI, India's first AI-powered platform to fast-track cybercrime investigations.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 14:43 IST

Winter emerges as India's favourite travel season; Goa, Kerala, Manali lead trends
Winter has become India's most preferred season for travel, with more than half the country's travellers taking at least one winter trip every year, according to Airbnb's 2025 Winter Travel Trends Survey.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 14:33 IST

Fed rate cut eases pressure on rupee; India seen stable on FX, bonds: Report
The US Federal Reserve's latest 25-basis-point rate cut has set the stage for a complex global monetary backdrop, but its implications for India are expected to be relatively stable, according to analysis from YES Bank's Economics Research team.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 14:14 IST

India identifying global destinations to expand textile sector footprint: MoS Textiles Pabitra Margherita
The Ministry of Textiles has formulated a comprehensive 40 country market diversification strategy, identifying high-potential global destinations and undertaking structured outreach through Export Promotion Councils (EPCs), industry delegations, and Indian Missions abroad to enhance India's global footprint, Minister of State for Textiles, Pabitra Margherita informed Rajya Sabha on Friday, in a written reply.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 14:13 IST

Market rally, steady SIPs push mutual fund equity AUM to Rs 44.4 trillion in Nov: Nuvama
Monthly SIP inflows remained robust at Rs 294 billion, broadly flat on a month-on-month basis, underlining continued retail participation despite market volatility, the report said. A sharp revival in lump-sum investments which surged 274% month-on-month to Rs 98.8 billion helped push active equity net inflows up by 22.2% from October to Rs 393 billion during the month, it added.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 14:02 IST

Jobs in labour-heavy sectors seen as key to sustaining 8% GDP growth: NCAER Study
Strengthening employment opportunities in labour-intensive manufacturing and services sectors could help sustain India's GDP growth at around 8 per cent, according to a study by the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER).

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 13:54 IST

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Updated: Jan 22, 2026 12:16 IST

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Updated: Jan 22, 2026 12:16 IST

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Updated: Jan 22, 2026 11:33 IST

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Updated: Jan 22, 2026 11:28 IST

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Updated: Jan 22, 2026 11:22 IST

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Updated: Jan 22, 2026 11:14 IST

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Updated: Jan 22, 2026 11:12 IST

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