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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RBI's three-day monetary policy meeting begins today, policy outcome on Friday
The three-day monetary policy committee (MPC) meeting of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) began on Wednesday in Mumbai.

Updated: Dec 03, 2025 08:05 IST

Israel Weapon Industries among first to embrace India's 'Make in India' initiative: CEO Shuki Schwartz
In an exclusive interaction with ANI, Schwartz highlighted that this has enabled the company to increase production volumes and strengthen its presence in the Indian market.

Updated: Dec 02, 2025 23:43 IST

Parliament passes Manipur GST Bill; Nirmala Sitharaman says it will bring ease of doing business
Rajya Sabha on Tuesday returned the Manipur Goods and Services Tax (2nd Amendment) Bill, 2025, to Lok Sabha after a brief discussion

Updated: Dec 02, 2025 20:58 IST

Government's Credit Assessment Model to boost digital lending for MSMEs
CAM is designed to provide a uniform, efficient way to evaluate MSME creditworthiness using digital tools. By leveraging existing data in the digital ecosystem, such as payment history and business records, the system aims to reduce delays and human errors in loan processing.

Updated: Dec 02, 2025 20:19 IST

Indian equity inflows from Russia tripled in FY25, highest in four years: Report

Russian FDI equity inflows into India surged more than threefold in FY2025 to USD 18.45 million, up from USD 5.16 million in FY2024, marking the highest level in four years and a renewal in economic engagement between the two countries.

Updated: Dec 02, 2025 19:36 IST

We aim to achieve Rs 3 lakh crore defence production & Rs 50,000 crore defence exports by 2029: Rajnath Singh
India is setting its sights on becoming a global defence manufacturing hub with a target of achieving defence production worth Rs 3 lakh crore and defence exports worth Rs 50,000 crore by 2029, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said. Speaking at the Sardar Sabha in Vadodara, Gujarat, on Tuesday, he outlined the government's roadmap for building a self-reliant and strong defence ecosystem.

Updated: Dec 02, 2025 19:17 IST

Bank of Maharashtra OFS subscribed 400% of base size on Day 1
The Offer for Sale (OFS) of Bank of Maharashtra has received an overwhelming response, with the issue being subscribed 400% of the base size on Tuesday.

Updated: Dec 02, 2025 19:16 IST

UIDAI records 8.47% YoY growth with 231 crore Aadhaar authentication transactions in November

India's digital systems saw a new high in November 2025 as Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) records Aadhaar number holders executed 231 crore authentication transactions, marking an 8.47 per cent rise over the same month last year, according to a Ministry of Electronics & IT press release. This became the highest monthly tally of the current financial year and showed how widely Aadhaar was used across services and welfare programmes.

Updated: Dec 02, 2025 17:59 IST

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Asia's Largest Social Investment Conference Urges Global Changemakers to Convene and Set the Impact Agenda for Asia

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 15:32 IST

iPhone Price Drops at Reliance Digital - Digital India Sale & Republic Day Sale (Jan 17-26)

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 15:16 IST

AGP World and Mahesh Manjrekar Reunite with Acclaimed Play 'Lovable Rascal'

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 15:12 IST

India Habitat Centre Celebrated Lohri with Folk Music, Festive Flavours and Community Spirit

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 14:58 IST

Nukleus Office Solutions Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Abhimanyu Singh as Chief Business Officer (CBO)

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 14:17 IST

First-Ever Coke Studio Bharat LIVE Debuts Across Delhi and Guwahati

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 14:17 IST

Canara HSBC Life Insurance Launches Promise4Life: A Participating Plan with Guaranteed Income and Life Cover Up to Age 100

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 14:08 IST

Thums Up Brings the Iconic ICC Trophy Closer to Cricket Fans Across India at Major Airports

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 14:07 IST

B.A. Fashion Design at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University): Fashion Beyond Glamour, Built on Discipline

Updated: Jan 15, 2026 13:54 IST

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