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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AI apps, AI models covered under latest personal data protection law: Ashwini Vaishnaw in Parliament
Taking part in the Question Hour in Lok Sabha today, the Minister responded to a member's concerns regarding data privacy and noted that the DPDP Act protects citizens' data, and that there was no previous mechanism by which personal data could have been protected.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 14:41 IST

Uday Kotak urges Indian firms to step up as rupee crosses 90 and foreign investors dominate markets
As the rupee weakens toward Rs 90 per dollar, Uday Kotak has urged Indian businesses to break out of their comfort zone, warning that foreign investors appear to be calling the shots in current market dynamics.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 14:15 IST

MCA raises financial thresholds for defining small companies
Under the new arrangement, a company will be considered a Small Company if Paid-up capital does not exceed Rs 10 crore, and turnover does not exceed Rs 100 crore

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 13:55 IST

Not a snooping tool, 'Sanchar Saathi' app aims to curb cyber fraud: MoS Communications Pemmasani
Union Minister of State for Communications, Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, on Thursday reiterated the government's stance on the 'Sanchar Saathi' app on mobile handsets, noting that the app is to prevent cyber frauds.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 13:53 IST

Taiwan's 1st stablecoin to launch in H2 2026 at earliest: FSC Chair
A Taiwan-issued stablecoin may enter the market in the latter half of 2026 at the earliest based on the current timeline for passing related legislation, Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) Chairman Peng Jin-long said Wednesday, as Focus Taiwan reported.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 13:26 IST

Mother India Forming champions India’s precision cold-roll forming strength at EXCON 2025
As India accelerates its infrastructure and industrial growth, EXCON 2025--organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and scheduled from 9-13 December 2025 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC)--will reaffirm India's leadership in construction equipment and advanced manufacturing. At this landmark event, Mother India Forming (MIF) will showcase India's rising strength in precision sheet-metal cold-roll forming, a technology central to next-generation components and equipment design.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 12:51 IST

India's fiscal strength, rising consumption set stage for robust equity markets: Kotak MF report
India's strong economic fundamentals and accelerating growth momentum are creating a favourable environment for equities, according to a report released by Kotak Mutual Fund.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 12:33 IST

Social security coverage rises to 64 % from 19% in 2014; India now second-largest provider globally: Mansukh Mandaviya
India has expanded social security coverage from 19 per cent in 2014 to 64 per cent at present and now stands as the world's second-largest provider of social protection, Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said on Wednesday.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 12:25 IST

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Top Mumbai Developers, Exclusive Payment Plans, and Big Savings Under One Roof: NoBroker Property Carnival Comes to Mumbai

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 17:04 IST

AK Property Solution to Launch Innovative Real Estate App at Prestigious Award Ceremony in New Delhi

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 17:03 IST

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

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 17:03 IST

Muthoot Microfin Recognized as Financial Inclusion Institution of the Year

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 17:02 IST

HarperCollins India announces Year of Reading for Pleasure 2026

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 16:45 IST

Award-winning architecture firm APICES Studio announces strategic expansion into Gujarat

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 16:45 IST

TGI FRIDAYS Unveils Lucknow Flagship At Phoenix Palassio

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 16:37 IST

PM Modi Praised NGO SayTrees Launches First Soil Testing Facility to Help Andhra Farmers Grow Better

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 16:33 IST

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Updated: Jan 15, 2026 16:33 IST

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