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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India must become self-reliant in critical technologies and industries: Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani
Noting that India must become self-reliant in critical technologies and industries, Reliance Industries Limited Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani on Thursday said that the global economy is growing at less than 2.5 per cent while the country is sprinting ahead at nearly 8 per cent but the "geopolitical situation has created certain challenges for our future progress".

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 20:30 IST

Piyush Goyal says India left "no stone unturned" for a fair India-EU FTA talks
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday addressed the India-Italy Business Forum plenary session in Mumbai along with Antonio Tajani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy. Goyal said India is "leaving no stone unturned for a fair, equitable, and balanced India-EU FTA," noting that the partnership with Italy will play a key role in shaping the negotiations.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 20:03 IST

Green voyage: India's 1st hydrogen fuel cell vessel launched in Varanasi, Sarbananda Sonowal flags off maiden run
India marked a major step in its green maritime push as Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) Sarbananda Sonowal flagged off the commercial operation of the country's first fully indigenous hydrogen fuel cell passenger vessel at Namo Ghat, Varanasi.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 19:28 IST

India's bond market needs to be seven times larger to match global standards, says NITI Aayog
According to BVR Subrahmanyam, CEO of NITI Aayog, who released a comprehensive report on deepening the corporate bond market on Wednesday, the sevenfold expansion will support the country's growth ambitions and provide investors with stable, long-term financing options.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 18:58 IST

India accelerating semiconductor ambitions, entering decisive new phase, says Carnegie India Fellow Konark Bhandari
India's semiconductor strategy is entering a decisive new phase as the country responds to global supply chain disruptions and intensifies efforts to build domestic chip manufacturing, according to Konark Bhandari, Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, India.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 18:54 IST

US Fed charts "Goldilocks" path for 2026 as markets weigh dovish signals: DBS
In a report, the DBS Group Research analysts shared three key takeaways from the move. The Summary of Economic Projections (SEP) indicates Goldilocks in 2026, it said. GDP growth was boosted to 2.3% from previously 1.8% while core PCE inflation was shaved down to 2.5% from 2.6%.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 17:54 IST

NITI Aayog flags urgent need to deepen corporate bond market to achieve Viksit Bharat mission
As India aspires to scale a USD 30 trillion economy by around 2047-2050, the report stresses that traditional reliance on bank lending and equity will be insufficient to meet massive funding needs across infrastructure, MSMEs, and emerging technology sectors.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 17:50 IST

Indian stocks gain after three-day losses; Sensex up over 400 points, Rupee remains under pressure
Indian stock benchmarks inched up on Thursday after three consecutive sessions of losses, with auto, metals, and pharma leading the gains among the sectoral indices.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 16:50 IST

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Updated: Jan 21, 2026 17:01 IST

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Updated: Jan 21, 2026 17:00 IST

Dindigul Thalappakatti Launches Nati Raja, Celebrating Karnataka's Donne Biryani

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 16:59 IST

From Courtrooms to Kangla Fort: Flag Foundation of India Marks 200th Monumental Flag Installation; Proposes January 23rd as 'National Flag Day'

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 16:59 IST

SAS and Jaypee Business School Collaborate to Launch MBA Program in AI & Data Science

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 16:58 IST

Booon rapidly expands fashion Quick-Commerce across India's top consumption cities

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 16:58 IST

India Digital Summit 2026 Set to Bring Together in Bengaluru Movers and Shakers of the Digital Ecosystem

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 16:14 IST

SARC Davos Dialogue 2026: Day Two Focuses on Global Interdependence, Sanctions, and the Shadow Economy

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 16:08 IST

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