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-Russia Business Forum Chairman highlights expanding cooperation between both nations as Putin arrives in Delhi
India and Russia are looking to further strengthen bilateral trade and explore new areas of cooperation across multiple sectors, said CEO and Chairman of the Board of the Roscongress Foundation, Alexander Stuglev.

Updated: Dec 05, 2025 09:07 IST

RBI Governor to announce policy rate today; Experts split as Economists expect pause, Industry eyes cut
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra will announce the policy rate today at 10 am as the three-day Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting concludes on Friday.

Updated: Dec 05, 2025 08:03 IST

Reliance Industries' rating raised to 'A-' from 'BBB+' by S&P Global, Outlook stable on improving cash flow
Global rating agency S&P Global Ratings has revised its rating on Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL), raising the long-term issuer credit rating to 'A-' from 'BBB+' amid expectations of improving cash flow stability driven by its expanding consumer-focused businesses.

Updated: Dec 05, 2025 07:37 IST

India-Russia ties poised for takeoff: Business leaders upbeat on Putin's visit
Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to India has generated widespread interest across business, industry, and academic circles, with leaders emphasising the potential for deeper cooperation between the two nations.

Updated: Dec 04, 2025 21:08 IST

India shifts from assembly to deep manufacturing as semiconductor push accelerates: CII's Vinod Sharma
India's electronics and semiconductor ambitions have entered a crucial second phase, moving beyond assembly to high-value manufacturing and materials research, Vinod Sharma, Chairman of CII's National Committee on Electronics Manufacturing and Managing Director of Deki Electronics, told ANI today.

Updated: Dec 04, 2025 20:32 IST

Industry leaders urge collaboration to leverage India's semiconductor and IP initiatives
Indian industry leaders have highlighted the need to collaborate to take advantage of the country's initiatives in semiconductors and Intellectual Property (IP).

Updated: Dec 04, 2025 20:13 IST

Adani Group deepens investment commitment in Andhra Pradesh, accelerating a new phase of robust growth
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani set the tone for the Group's renewed commitment to Andhra Pradesh (AP), praising the scale of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's vision and reaffirming the conglomerate's rapid push on the Google-data-centre collaboration and expanded investments across ports, green energy, education and the development of a world-class Amaravati, the administrative capital of the coastal state.

Updated: Dec 04, 2025 19:50 IST

Parliament approves Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025 to raise excise duty on tobacco
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while replying to the discussion in Rajya Sabha, said the higher duties on cigarettes will be shared with the states. "This is not a cess but excise duty. The amount will be redistributed to the States as per the Finance Commission's recommendations."

Updated: Dec 04, 2025 19:01 IST

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Updated: Jan 16, 2026 16:40 IST

Spyxpo Launches Tubble, India's First Emotionally Intelligent Social Media App

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 16:39 IST

Azim Premji University Establishes its Third Campus in Ranchi to Strengthen Higher Education in Jharkhand and the Eastern Region

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 16:28 IST

Art Gharana Introduces Live Creative Programs to Strengthen Hybrid Team Engagement

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 16:28 IST

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Updated: Jan 16, 2026 16:16 IST

Two-Time Emmy Nominated Animator Vaibhav Kumaresh Conducts Masterclass at the School of Design, Rishihood University

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 16:15 IST

What Is Hyperspectral Analysis & How Is It Used to Bust False Documents?

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 16:09 IST

Brick & Bolt, India's leading tech driven construction company, redefines Education infrastructure construction with AI Led predictability

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 16:08 IST

Budget 2026: CA Neeraj Agrawal of A2N Advisory Discusses GST Reforms and India's Rise in Global Accounting Exports

Updated: Jan 16, 2026 16:08 IST

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