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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Adalat.ai highlights AI-driven solutions in tackling court backlogs at Carnegie technology summit
Adalat.ai, a legal-tech venture focused on strengthening India's judicial system, is rapidly transforming case-processing capacity across district courts through AI-powered automation of various processes.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 14:22 IST

Unseasonal rains, price crash pose sharp decline in cultivation income of rural farmers: Report
Farmers in the country are witnessing a sharp fall in cultivation income this season as unseasonal rains, crop damage and a collapse in Kharif crop prices have hit rural earnings, according to a report by Elara Securities.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 14:21 IST

AIM-NITI Aayog and HUL join hands to fast-track India's move toward a circular economy
Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) at NITI Aayog and Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) joined hands today to speed up India's shift to a circular economy, marking a major push toward reducing waste and reusing materials across the country, as per a NITI Aayog release.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 14:21 IST

Electronics, defence, auto-EV, energy and pharma identified as sectors to accelerate India's growth: Report

A new report notes that India's manufacturing strategy is shifting from assembly-led growth to technology-led value creation. The report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and venture capital firm Z47 has identified five high-priority sectors that can significantly accelerate India's journey toward becoming a USD 30 trillion developed economy by 2047.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 13:58 IST

IndiaAI Mission, Gujarat govt host conclave on AI for Good Governance ahead of India-AI Impact Summit 2026
Strengthening India's commitment to scaling responsible, inclusive, and innovation-led AI ecosystems across states, the IndiaAI Mission under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with the Government of Gujarat and Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar is convening a Regional Pre-Summit Event on Thursday Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 13:36 IST

Failure to Hedge FX risk could affect ratings for some Indian corporates: Fitch Ratings
Global credit rating agency Fitch Ratings on Thursday flagged that failure to sufficiently hedge foreign-exchange (FX) exposure could exert pressure on credit ratings for certain Indian corporates, particularly those with significant vulnerability to rupee depreciation.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 13:14 IST

AI demand powers TSMC to 24.5 % YoY Revenue growth in November
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) reported a sharp year-on-year rise in its November revenue, supported by strong global demand for artificial intelligence (AI) chips, even as monthly revenue slipped compared to October.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 12:30 IST

Despite tariff-led export slump, India's CAD seen manageable at 1% of GDP: CareEdge

India's external sector is showing mixed signals as merchandise exports lose momentum amid tariff-related disruptions, however services exports continue to provide critical support to the country's current account position, noted a report by CareEdge.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 12:10 IST

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How ANPR Is Transforming Traffic Management in Smart Cities

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 13:25 IST

Universities Must Promote Innovation: Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 13:19 IST

Aksigen IVF Introduces India's First Immersive Knowledge Centre Redefining Patient Education in Fertility Care

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 12:56 IST

Ramyaa Storms into Cinemas This February 2026

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 12:40 IST

Patel Retail Strengthens MMR Presence; Launches 49th Store in Mumbai Suburb

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 12:40 IST

Stallion India Fluorochemicals Strengthens Expansion Plans with Additional RIICO Land for R-32 Manufacturing Facility

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 12:25 IST

Udeesha 2026 to Host Five-Day Literature and Cultural Festival in Moradabad from January 22

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 12:25 IST

MyHome Group Expands Beyond Hyderabad, Enters Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai with INR 4,100 Cr Committed Capital

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 12:24 IST

Instapower Ltd Signs Strategic MoU with Bharat Electronics Limited to Collaborate on Railway and Aviation Technologies

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 12:23 IST

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