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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HCLTech partners with Dolphin Semiconductor to co-develop energy-efficient chips
This collaboration is designed to help enterprises address growing demands for energy efficiency and high performance in increasingly complex and connected environments, HCLTech said in a statement.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 17:35 IST

US delegation to visit India tomorrow for crucial bilateral trade negotiations
A high-level delegation from the office of the US Trade Representative, led by Deputy US Trade Representative Ambassador Rick Switzer, will visit India from December 9-11, 2025, official sources told ANI. Negotiations between the two countries are scheduled for December 10 and 11, focusing on all trade-related issues as both nations work to advance the Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA). Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal, serving as India's Chief Negotiator, will lead the Indian negotiating team during these critical discussions.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 17:32 IST

TRAI responds to DoT on satellite-based spectrum assignment
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Monday sent its response to the Department of Telecommunications (DOT), Ministry of Communications, related to the telecom regulator's recommendations on 'Terms and Conditions for the Assignment of Spectrum for Certain Satellite-Based Commercial Communication Services'.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 17:29 IST

Reliance group unveils new growth engines to drive company's clean energy, strategic future
Together, these next-generation growth engines place the Group at the forefront of India's clean-energy revolution. The Group is also rapidly expanding Reliance NU Energies, the integrated renewable energy business of Reliance Power, establishing a powerful multi-pronged platform for future growth, Reliance Group said in a statement.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 17:25 IST

APEDA Secy calls for better crop quality, higher yields to boost global competitiveness and exports
India must sharply improve crop quality and raise agricultural productivity to secure better prices in both domestic and should also aim to achieve global competitiveness to ramp up exports, Sudhanshu, Secretary of the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) said on Monday.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 17:06 IST

Sensex, Nifty down about 0.7-0.9%, experts point to caution ahead of Fed meet
Indian stock benchmarks sharply tilted downwards on Monday, starting the fresh week on a dampening note, with all sectoral indices in the red, due to a host of factors, both local and global.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 16:40 IST

Shivraj Singh Chouhan pushes for mission-driven agri research as government seeks to expand exports, increase margin for farmers

As the government sharpens its focus on making agriculture a profitable enterprise and boosting India's presence in global markets, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday urged scientists and institutions to concentrate research efforts on the sector's most pressing challenges.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 16:14 IST

Telangana to fulfil its mission of USD 3 trillion economy by 2047, says Governor at Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025
"As the world takes note of the opportunities emerging in Telangana, I stand here with firm conviction to say Telangana will fulfill its mission of becoming a USD 3 trillion economy by 2047," the Governor said.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 16:08 IST

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Seminar on Palm Oil's Role in Human Health, Nutrition and Sustainability Held at HBTU, Kanpur

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 16:44 IST

US-Based Video Conferencing Platform AONMeetings Announces Plans to Enter Indian Market with Industry-Leading Affordable Pricing

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 16:44 IST

Garment Mantra Lifestyle Limited Achieves INR 100 Crore Export Sales in the Current Financial Year

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 16:44 IST

From Soil to Soul: How Anuraj Rana's ASAVI® is Resurrecting India's 'Stone-Ground' Heritage to Combat a Modern Health Crisis

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 16:43 IST

Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet Performs Rare, High-Risk Vertebral Artery Stenting to Prevent Major Stroke

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 16:42 IST

Gayatri Rubbers and Chemicals Limited secure ₹7.22 Cr contract for supply of EPDM Rubber Packing from Indian Railways, the biggest order for GRCL till date

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 16:07 IST

Astha Tourism Launches Structured Shirdi Tour Packages

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 16:00 IST

Education with Values and Technology: Garima NextGen Meet 2.0 Held with Grandeur

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 16:00 IST

Signature Global Inks Rs. 380-Crore Pact with Indo-Italian Firm CECO Hirun to Deploy Advanced Earthquake-Resistant Technology in Collaboration with HySAFE

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 15:59 IST

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