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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Dalal Street rattled by Iran-Israel conflict, Nifty drops 519 pts, Sensex down over 2700 pts
The stock markets in the country tanked in the opening session on Monday as rising tensions and military escalations in the Middle East dented investor sentiment sharply.

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 09:26 IST

SEBI tightens derivatives oversight after Jane Street episode, says Chairperson Tuhin Kanta Pandey
In an interaction with ANI, the SEBI Chairperson said that the regulator does not comment on individual matters as a matter of policy, but acknowledged that handling the Jane Street case led to a significant reinforcement of oversight mechanisms.

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 09:03 IST

SEBI's disclosure norms match global standards; real-time surveillance strengthened: Chairman

In an interview with ANI, Pandey said that on his first day in office he outlined "four principles that we will work for, which are trust, transparency, teamwork, and technology," adding that these principles aim to achieve "optimum regulation, which means neither over-regulating the market nor under-regulating it."

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 09:01 IST

Indian markets relatively stable despite global volatility: SEBI Chairman Pandey
"Volatility is there. But I must say that volatility in the Indian case is not as high as in some other jurisdictions, as the data would show," Pandey told ANI in an interview.

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 09:00 IST

SEBI uses data, warnings and targeted measures to curb retail losses in F&O: Chairman Pandey
In an interview with ANI, Pandey said SEBI's approach is to maintain "optimum regulation" so that markets remain both safe and innovative. He noted that derivatives markets serve important functions but require careful oversight when retail participation becomes risky.

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 09:00 IST

SEBI removes 1.2 lakh misleading finfluencer posts, deploys AI 'Sudarshan': Chairman
Speaking to ANI, Pandey said, "We have removed more than 120,000 such pieces of content from social media where we found egregious behaviour violating our norms."

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 08:59 IST

Abu Dhabi, Dubai stock markets shut on March 2-3 amid escalating Middle East tensions
The stock markets of Abu Dhabi and Dubai will remain closed for two days -- Monday, March 2, and Tuesday, March 3 -- amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, according to a news report by Gulf News.

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 08:31 IST

Crude oil prices surge approx 10% to USD 78.52/barrel amid middle east tensions, Experts warn of USD 120+ oil risk
Brent crude prices have surged around 10 per cent amid escalating tensions in the Middle East following ongoing military confrontation between Iran and the United States after the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 07:43 IST

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Finkurve Financial Services Limited (Arvog) gone live with Godrej Finance to Offer Gold Loans Under RBI Co-Lending Framework

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 17:20 IST

Devisa Jewellery Introduces Delhi's First-Time-Ever Rs.1 Per Gram Fixed Making Charges at Its Flagship Showroom in Delhi

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 17:18 IST

Kerala Kitchen and Bar by Tanatan, Juhu's New Hub for Kerala and Mangalorean Cuisine-Starry affair owner Raj Shetty & Partner Amit Pal

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 16:44 IST

Parikh Group launches 'Platinum Park - Journey to Big Living' in Virar West; hosts Industry Panel on Buyer Behaviour in Vasai-Virar

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 16:31 IST

New Study Reveals: Europe as India's Most Trusted Value Partner

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 16:31 IST

Roslin: Secret Stories: A gripping slow-burn mystery that keeps you guessing until end

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 16:31 IST

CREDAI Surat 12th Cricket Tournament 2026

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 16:30 IST

Lighthouse Learning Group Partners with Early Learning Village to Strengthen Globally Benchmarked Early Childhood Education in India

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 16:11 IST

Malwanchal University Sponsors Indore Doctors Premier League Organized by Indore Medical Association

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 16:06 IST

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