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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China export curbs fail to dent India's fertiliser supply as stocks remain adequate: FAI Chairman

India has successfully shielded its fertiliser supply chain from the impact of China's export restrictions by diversifying import sources and securing long-term contracts.

Updated: Dec 09, 2025 16:10 IST

Aerospace supply bottlenecks slow airline growth despite rising demand

Delivery shortfalls now total over 5,300 aircraft, while the order backlog has climbed beyond 17,000, equal to almost 60 per cent of the world's active fleet. Historically, this figure hovered around 30-40 per cent. The backlog represents nearly 12 years of current production capacity. With an ageing fleet averaging 15.1 years, including 12.8 years for passenger aircraft and almost 20 years for cargo planes, airlines are struggling to replace older jets at the required pace.

Updated: Dec 09, 2025 15:58 IST

Indian banks accelerating AI adoption for financial crime compliance: Report

The Indian banks are rapidly integrating machine learning models into Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) operations amid rising fraud and regulatory scrutiny, making the traditional rule-based systems inadequate.

Updated: Dec 09, 2025 15:46 IST

Indian IT industry poised for sharp recovery in 2026 driven by demand for AI services: Report

IT firms have transitioned from traditional digital transformation projects toward AI-centric engagements, with AI deals now forming nearly 74% of all contracts signed in the last six quarters, the report said. Companies such as TCS, Infosys, HCLTech, Wipro, LTIMindtree and Tech Mahindra reported that the majority of their recent contract wins were focused on generative AI, agentic AI, machine learning and AI-led automation.

Updated: Dec 09, 2025 14:23 IST

India's defence capex to hold at 0.5% of nominal GDP: Report

India's defence capital spending is expected to remain steady at about 0.5 per cent of nominal GDP, according to a new sectoral update by B&K Research.

Updated: Dec 09, 2025 14:12 IST

Hyundai Mobis opens new software R&D hub in Bengaluru to boost SDV capabilities

Hyundai Mobis launched a new software research and development hub in Bengaluru, marking a major step in its plan to grow its software-defined vehicle (SDV) work and reduce its dependence on China. The move places the South Korean auto parts maker deeper inside India's technology ecosystem, which continues to draw global companies for advanced software work, as per a report by Pulse, the English service of Maeil Business News Korea.

Updated: Dec 09, 2025 14:09 IST

Moody's upgrades several Adani group entities as strong fundamentals offset legal risks

Moody's Ratings has upgraded the outlook of multiple Adani Group restricted entities and reaffirmed ratings, citing strong operational performance, fully amortizing debt structures, and ring-fenced project frameworks that reduce funding risks and help them insulate from the ongoing legal proceedings.

Updated: Dec 09, 2025 13:52 IST

We are on track to set a global benchmark in energy transition, says Gautam Adani at IIT Dhanbad

With the first 10 GW of capacity already commissioned, Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani says the company is on track to deliver the world's lowest-cost green electron, setting what he calls a global benchmark in energy transition. He says the group is building the world's largest renewable energy park at Khavda in Gujarat, spread across 520 square kilometres. At full capacity by 2030, the park will generate 30 GW of green energy, which he explains is enough to power more than 60 million Indian homes every year.

Updated: Dec 09, 2025 13:23 IST

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