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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40-member European Union team to arrive in India tomorrow for FTA talks
A 40-member European Union negotiating team will arrive in New Delhi on Thursday, marking the most intensive phase of the India-EU free trade agreement (FTA) discussions, aimed initially to conclude it by the end of this year.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 16:24 IST

Govt leveraging over 300 data sources for GDP calculations, eyes broader use: MoSPI Secretary
Speaking at a CII summit, Saurabh Garg, Secretary of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, said that the government is leveraging over 300 data sources for GDP calculations and is working to expand their use for data-driven policymaking across various government levels.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 16:15 IST

Fake news is a threat to democracy, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday said that fake news poses a threat to India's democracy and emphasised the need for strict action on social media platforms, misinformation and AI-generated deepfakes.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 15:57 IST

Government revokes mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app on mobile phones
The Ministry of Communications on Thursday removed mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app on mobile handsets imported or manufactured in India, days after proposing to mandate it.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 15:39 IST

Rupee breaches 90-mark, but CEA says no alarm: "I am not losing my sleep over It"
India's Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran on Wednesday, downplayed concerns over the rupee weakening past 90 against the US dollar, asserting that the currency's movement remains within manageable limits and has not created macroeconomic stress.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 15:35 IST

Gold imports drive India's CAD to 1.3% in Q2 FY26: Analysts

According to assessments by Crisil, ICICI Bank Research and Emkay Global, the merchandise deficit expanded as gold imports surged nearly 150% quarter-on-quarter, touching USD 19 billion in Q2, while goods exports declined on a sequential basis following the rollout of higher US tariffs on Indian shipments.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 15:06 IST

Rupee to strengthen once US trade deal concluded, says FICCI President
The Indian rupee's recent depreciation against the dollar is temporary and will reverse once India concludes a trade agreement with the United States, according to Anant Goenka, Vice Chairman of RPG Group and President of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 15:00 IST

India eyes stronger business ties with Russia druing Putin's visit: FICCI President Anant Goenka
Anant Goenka, Vice Chairman of RPG Group and President of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), emphasized the enduring nature of Indo-Russian ties in an exclusive interview. He highlighted that the relationship extends beyond defense cooperation to encompass broader industrial collaboration.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 14:59 IST

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International Rover Challenge and Space Drone Challenge 2026 to Be Held at Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 17:34 IST

Unique organisation of Guru Murti Pratishtha and Maha Pujan at Shripal Jain Derasar, Walkeshwar; First Invitation Offered to Gurumaharaj

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 17:33 IST

KORA by Nilesh Mitesh Opens Its Third Store in Tamil Nadu at Anna Nagar, Chennai

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 17:32 IST

SrijanShakti Awards 2026 Opens Nominations to Celebrate Women Redefining Design and Innovation

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 17:32 IST

Melento and Forrester Release Strategic 2026 CLM Insight Report Defines the next era of contract lifecycle management as intelligent, data-driven and enterprise-wide

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 17:31 IST

Jyot India Foundation, with MEA Support, Announces Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam Conclave 4.0 in Mumbai to Shape a Fair World Order

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 17:15 IST

National Startup Day 2026: Startups & Founders Building India's Growth Story

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 17:15 IST

IIM Ahmedabad invites applications for the 2026-28 Batch of its Blended Post Graduate Programme in Management (BPGP) for working professionals

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 17:05 IST

National Startup Day 2026: Visionary Founders and Startups Transforming India

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 17:05 IST

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