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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Weak household savings continue to weigh on bank deposit growth: Report

The report flags sluggish household deposit accretion and muted growth in low-cost deposits as the key structural challenges for banks in the current cycle. While deposits have broadly grown in double digits, momentum has failed to keep pace with credit growth.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 13:53 IST

India on cusp of major BESS expansion as demand set for J-curve growth: Report
India is entering a pivotal phase in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) deployment, with demand expected to rise sharply in the coming years even as the country works to overcome deep structural barriers in manufacturing, technology integration and supply-chain resilience, according to a sector update by Nuvama Institutional Equities.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 13:51 IST

Flexible office segment in India set to grow faster, over 25% annually by 2027: Report

The flexible office segment in the country is set for strong expansion, with the market expected to grow by more than 25 per cent CAGR by CY27E, unlocking an opportunity of nearly Rs 330 billion, highlighted a report by Ambit Capital.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 13:26 IST

Financialisation, equity boom set to unlock multi-trillion-dollar opportunity in India: Motilal Oswal report
The combination of rising financialisation, expanding equity ownership and stronger corporate profitability is creating a multi-trillion-dollar opportunity for investors, Motilal Oswal Financial Services in its Annual Wealth Creation Study (2020-2025) said.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 12:55 IST

Auto industry saw 18.7% YoY growth in passenger vehicle sales in November: SIAM
India's automobile industry recorded strong performance in November 2025, with passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers posting their highest-ever sales for the month, according to the data released by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM).

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 12:45 IST

Maharashtra becomes first state to deploy AI platform for cybercrime policing

Maharashtra has become the first Indian state to equip its police force with an artificial intelligence-powered platform to speed up cybercrime investigations. The AI-driven system, called MahaCrimeOS AI, was unveiled at the Microsoft AI Tour in Mumbai, marking a major step in India's digital policing efforts.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 12:18 IST

AI adoption improving public service delivery and governance: Report

Artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly important role in strengthening governance and public service delivery across India, highlighted a report by EY and the National Institute for Smart Government.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 12:01 IST

Pranav Adani charts India's Trillion-dollar future through Adani growth lens
Pranav Adani, Director, Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), set out a data-driven vision for how India can accelerate its economic rise and how the Adani Group's infrastructure backbone is helping shape that trajectory.

Updated: Dec 12, 2025 11:57 IST

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Durbar by Godawan Estuary Water Marked a Powerful Second Edition in Khetri, Rajasthan

Updated: Jan 22, 2026 10:58 IST

SilverZone Announces Results for the 2025-26 Olympiads, with Participation from Over 1.8 million Students from 14 Countries

Updated: Jan 22, 2026 10:54 IST

THANK YOU INDIA - Viksit Bharat Through Gratitude & Values Republic Day Special National Digital Campaign

Updated: Jan 22, 2026 10:50 IST

CLAT 2026 Results Spotlight a Shift in Law Entrance Preparation as Geetali Gupta Secures AIR 1 with Structured, Sustainable Approach

Updated: Jan 22, 2026 10:36 IST

UK Food & Drink Showcases Its Growing Presence in India at Mumbai Culinary Event

Updated: Jan 22, 2026 10:22 IST

Tradeomatic Limited's European Diaper Brand TOKIBABY LIGHT Secures Pan-India Best-Seller Status on Swiggy Instamart

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 18:55 IST

Vinfast VF 6 and VF 7 Achieve 5-Star Safety Certification from India's Bharat NCAP

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 18:50 IST

Shayona Engineering Limited: A Diversified Engineering and Plastic Piping Solutions Company, opens its IPO on 22nd January 2026

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 18:49 IST

Designed for the Way You Live: Domicil's Curated Design Edit for 2026

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 18:48 IST

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