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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Indian and Asia Pacific banks maintain stronger capital than US and European peers: Moody's
Banks in the Asia-Pacific region, including those in India, have built stronger capital positions compared to their counterparts in the United States and Western Europe, Moody's highlighted in its latest survey report.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 12:58 IST

Credit to MSMEs logs steady growth; risk profile improved: CRIF High Mark report
India companies involved in providing credit to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises' have recorded a steady credit growth and improved risk profile, according to a CRIF High Mark report.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 12:17 IST

SEBI launches PaRRVA to curb misleading return claims, a global benchmark
Investors in India will now have access to independently verified past returns of market intermediaries, with SEBI unveiling Past Risk and Return Verification Agency (PaRRVA) a first-of-its-kind global initiative aimed at bringing credibility and transparency to financial markets.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 11:47 IST

HD Hyundai moves forward to build shipyard in India
South Korean conglomerate HD Hyundai is moving forward with plans to establish a shipyard in India through cooperation with a local state government, as per a report by Pulse, the English service of Maeil Business News Korea.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 11:18 IST

GST cuts and continued offers defy November trends, Auto retail sales up 2.14% : FADA
Retail vehicle sales in India defied previous years' trends in November, registering a marginal but modest growth of 2.14 per cent, thanks to GST rate cuts and offers from dealers and automakers.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 10:56 IST

Samsung Electronics set to reclaim top spot in DRAM market in Q4
South Korean chipmaker Samsung Electronics Co. is expected to reclaim the top spot in the global DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory) market, driven by improving operating margins amid rising demand and higher prices for commodity memory, as per a report by Pulse, the English service of Maeil Business News Korea.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 10:55 IST

Adani Green Energy deepens nature-positive leadership with global biodiversity disclosure framework
Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has strengthened its sustainability roadmap by mainstreaming the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) framework into its enterprise-wide strategy.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 10:02 IST

Indian stock markets open flat, Fed rate cut will be dominant theme this week: Experts
The flat movement has returned to the Indian stock markets after a positive rally witnessed last weekend, with domestic indices opening slightly lower on Monday.

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 09:45 IST

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GIBS Business School Successfully Hosts TEDxGIBS Bangalore Followed by the PGDM Convocation 2025

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 14:55 IST

Siyaram's 12th National Cricket Tournament for the Blind Concludes with a Thrilling Finale in Mumbai

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 13:37 IST

Amit Khanna and Pankaj Kharbanda Unite to Present RUBARU 2026: A Powerful Celebration of Indian Women

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 13:35 IST

Kshitij'25 Unveils Its Headliner Artist: Shreya Ghoshal to Perform Live at Mithibai College

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 13:35 IST

Indian Business Excellence Awards 2025-26 and Global Titan: "Company of the Year 2025-26"

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 13:34 IST

BGMI 4.2 Update Is Now Live as KRAFTON India Releases New Redeem Codes

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 13:00 IST

Stanford & NVIDIA-Backed AI Startup Brings Silicon Valley to India's Doorstep; Launches Nationwide Hunt for AI Talent

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 12:46 IST

School Innovators Engage with ISRO Leaders at YuviPep's Next-Gen Founders Grand Finale

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 12:40 IST

CEPT University Announces MBA in Real Estate Program to Strengthen India's Next Generation of Real Estate Leaders

Updated: Jan 19, 2026 12:21 IST

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