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's flex space market to surpass 100 million Sq Ft by 2027 as enterprises, GCC Demand surge: Report
India's flex workspace market is set for a significant expansion, with total flex stock across the top seven cities expected to cross 100 million sq ft by 2027, up from 72.3 million sq ft in 2025, according to Colliers' latest report, "Flex India: Pioneering the Future of Work."

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 11:42 IST

80% of Indian rural households consistently report higher consumption over the past year: NABARD survey
About 80 per cent of rural Indian households have consistently reported higher consumption over the last year, NABARD's Rural Economic Conditions and Sentiments Survey (RECSS) found, asserting the survey outcome as a hallmark of rising prosperity.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 11:23 IST

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella calls for AI-driven shift in software development

Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella on Thursday highlighted the need for a fundamental shift in the way software is built in the age of artificial intelligence, emphasising that the next frontier of innovation will be defined by an AI-driven software development life cycle (SDLC).

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 11:16 IST

From animal biometrics to migrant safety: Diverse AI use cases delved upon at Carnegie technology summit
The Global Technology Summit Innovation Dialogue, hosted by Carnegie India, saw participation across a wide range of AI use cases, from efforts to ease farmers' lives to applications for animal care, leveraging the emerging technology.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 10:57 IST

India's CRDMO sector set to grow at 13% CAGR, market share seen rising to 5% by 2029: Report
India's Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CRDMO) sector is poised for accelerated growth, supported by surging global pharma outsourcing, rising demand for complex modalities, and geopolitical supply-chain realignment, according to a report by Kotak Mutual Fund.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 10:57 IST

Nifty, Sensex open flat, experts note with Fed rate cut markets well positioned for year end upswing
The domestic stock markets opened on a flat note on Thursday, even as global cues turned supportive following the US Federal Reserve's rate cut and its dovish policy tone.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 09:59 IST

Old economy sectors drive India's investment boom unlike US, position it as an AI hedge: Report
India's capital expenditure (capex) cycle is gaining strong momentum driven largely by old-economy sectors, positioning the country as a hedge against the global AI-led investment euphoria expected to peak in Calendar Year 2026 (CY26), according to a report by ICICI Securities.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 09:36 IST

US Fed cuts rates by 25 bps as unemployment edges up and outlook remains uncertain
The US Federal Reserve reduced the federal funds rate by 25 basis points (0.25 percentage point), citing rising downside risks to employment and a moderate pace of economic expansion.

Updated: Dec 11, 2025 08:23 IST

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