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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Sunil Bharti Mittal conferred GSMA Lifetime Achievement Award

The Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) has conferred the Lifetime Achievement Award on Sunil Bharti Mittal, Founder and Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, for his role in transforming the global telecommunications landscape.

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 12:24 IST

BharatPe's 'Super Over' brings merchants and consumers together in a celebration of financial empowerment

Contest winners of the nationwide brand campaign Super Over meet 'The Hitman', Rohit Sharma, in an exclusive engagement, underscoring the brand's deepest commitment: that every merchant and every consumer deserves to be rewarded for the trust they place in the company.

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 11:58 IST

India AI Impact Summit 2026 concludes with landmark global declarations and major AI investment commitments; Over USD 200 billion in AI-related investments expected
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 concluded with a landmark global declaration and major investment commitments aimed at shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Held from 16-21 February 2026, the event drew approximately 6 lakh in-person attendees and over 9 lakh cumulative views through live virtual streaming. Delegations from more than 100 countries and 20 international organisations participated in the proceedings, which focused on responsible and inclusive AI adoption

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 11:43 IST

India's manufacturing PMI rises to four-month high of 56.9 in February, export growth slows to 17-month low
India's manufacturing activity strengthened further in February, with the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rising to a four-month high of 56.9 from 55.4 in January, according to data released by HSBC.

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 11:43 IST

Ahmedabad International Film Festival 2026 receives 4,700+ film entries from 150 countries ahead of 2026 edition
The 17th edition of the Ahmedabad International Film Festival (AIFF) is scheduled to take place in October 2026. According to organizers, the festival has received 3,700 entries within the first three months of opening submissions. Entries remain open until the end of August. Films have been submitted across multiple categories, including short films, feature films, documentaries, music videos, AI-based films, and projects focusing on or created by persons with disabilities.

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 11:42 IST

Ambani family hosts Canadian PM Mark Carney at their home in Mumbai
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani hosted Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Diana Fox Carney at their residence in Mumbai as part of the visiting leader's official tour of India. The gathering celebrated the artistic traditions of India through classical dance and folk music performances, which reflected a "shared appreciation for heritage, friendship, and cultural exchange."

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 11:26 IST

With new GDP series, experts see stronger data credibility and stable FY26 outlook
Economists and industry leaders have termed India's 7.8 per cent GDP growth in the October-December 2025 quarter (Q3 FY26) as a sign of sustained economic momentum, even as the pace moderated from 8.4 per cent in Q2 FY26 under the new 2022-23 base year series.

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 11:22 IST

India emerges as default growth alternative for European SMEs amid US trade reset: Experts
According to Prasoon Sharma, Pentland-Churchill Fellow, New York University & University College London, the Turnberry framework is effectively creating a two-tier transatlantic trade environment India sees an opportunity to become the primary alternative growth market for European firms, reassessing their US exposure, mainly in the SME sector.

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 11:10 IST

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MET Trustee Honoured with Academic Leadership Award

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 17:47 IST

HEC Infra Projects Limited Wins Largest Ever Rs.100 Cr EPC Order under Kisan Suryodaya Yojana

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 17:46 IST

Asia Today Media celebrated excellence at the Pride of Nation Award 2026 on February 26 at Novotel Visakhapatnam, honoring achievers from diverse fields

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 17:46 IST

Goa Hosts Historic Beach Sprint Rowing Nationals; Maharashtra Lifts Padma Bhushan Manohar Parrikar Trophy

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 17:45 IST

Hyperloop Games Pvt. Ltd. Levels Up: Syndicate Finance's Rs. 85 Crore to Transform Play in India's Tier 2, 3 & 4 Cities

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 17:23 IST

Manu Bhoomi Developers seizes the opportunity to expand into cities that carry legacy, structural transformation and cultural memory

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 17:21 IST

Sammy's Entertainment has Unveiled the Motion Poster of its Much anticipated Patriotic Travel Love Story, "JAI HIND JAI SINDH: A Love Story"

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 17:21 IST

From Lighting Lives to Powering Livelihoods: TERI's LaBL 2.0 Targets the Next Billion

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 17:21 IST

Mercaze Launches in India, Redefining Everyday Innerwear with Elevated Comfort

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 17:20 IST

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