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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Citizens can now access Passport verification records on DigiLocker

In a move to make citizen services faster and safer, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has announced that Passport Verification Records (PVR) are now available on DigiLocker. The initiative, developed by the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) of MeitY in partnership with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), aims to make document access simple, secure, and paperless for every citizen, according to the Ministry of Electronics & IT.

Updated: Dec 04, 2025 18:27 IST

Industry voices see growth opportunities as Putin's India visit renews trade momentum

Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to India has drawn strong attention from industry leaders, who believe the trip could mark a new chapter in trade relations between the two nations. Industry experts say the discussions are focused on boosting bilateral trade, balancing imports and exports, and identifying new areas of cooperation in technology and industry.

Updated: Dec 04, 2025 18:02 IST

India's pharma sector emerging as global generics powerhouse, need to scale AI usage beyond R&D: Report

The report mentioned that India's pharmaceutical industry is entering a decisive new phase marked by tighter supply chains, sustainable manufacturing pressures and an accelerated global shift toward advanced biologics.

Updated: Dec 04, 2025 17:48 IST

"Interested in increasing supplies of Indian products in Russia," says Russian Minister Maxim Reshetnikov

Russian Minister of Economic Development Maxim Reshetnikov said that Russia wants to increase supplies of Indian goods in their market.

Updated: Dec 04, 2025 17:46 IST

Micron Technology to exit crucial consumer business, ceases global retail sales

Micron Technology, Inc., a major player in innovative memory and storage solutions, today announced its decision to exit the Crucial consumer business, including the sale of Crucial consumer-branded products at key retailers, e-tailers and distributors worldwide.

Updated: Dec 04, 2025 16:59 IST

MNRE plans new scheme for floating solar power projects with battery storage, seeks up to Rs 8,000 crore VGF from Finance Ministry

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is preparing to launch a new scheme for floating solar power projects equipped with battery storage systems. According to Santosh Kumar Sarangi, Secretary, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, the ministry has approached the Finance Ministry seeking budget approval and viability gap funding (VGF) worth Rs 7,000-8,000 crore for the initiative.

Updated: Dec 04, 2025 16:57 IST

"We need to bring more diversity in our trade basket," says Goyal on India-Russia trade ties

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said India and Russia must work together to bring greater diversity and balance to their trade basket, underscoring the vast untapped potential in the bilateral economic partnership.

Updated: Dec 04, 2025 16:38 IST

Falling Rupee should not be mistaken for inherently weak currency: SBI Research

The rupee has fallen from Rs 85 to Rs 90 per USD in under a year, far quicker than previous five-rupee intervals, which earlier took anywhere between 581 to 1,815 days. SBI in its report noted this as the second-quickest fall since the 2013 Taper Tantrum.

Updated: Dec 04, 2025 16:24 IST

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