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.

India must turn creative potential into global impact: I&B Secretary at CII Big Picture Summit

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to be a transformational force for India's Media and Entertainment (M&E) sector, observed Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B).

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 16:37 IST

COAI welcomes government's move mandating SIM-binding for devices for app-based communication services

Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) has welcomed and commended the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) in what it termed a landmark step towards bolstering National Security and safeguarding Indian citizens, citing the latter's move mandating SIM-binding for devices for App-based Communication Services.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 16:33 IST

Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata Motors, Toyota post solid November sales; exports hit new highs

India's leading carmakers, Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai Motor India, Toyota and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, reported strong sales figures for November 2025, indicating steady demand in both domestic and export markets as the industry closes the year on a positive note.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 15:41 IST

E-commerce company Meesho IPO to open Wednesday, with price range of Rs 105-111

E-commerce platform Meesho is set to tap initial public offering (IPO) with its subscription starting Wednesday. The price band of the IPO offer has been fixed at a range of Rs 105 to Rs 111 per share.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 15:30 IST

GST collection in November inches up 0.7% to touch Rs 1.70 lakh crore

According to provisional data released by the government, the total Gross GST revenue touched Rs 1,70,276 crore in November 2025, a 0.7% increase over the Rs 1,69,016 crore collected in November 2024.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 15:29 IST

India puts data sovereignty and chip self-reliance at core of expanding space push: Ex-ISRO Chief

India is sharpening its focus on data sovereignty and semiconductor self-reliance as its space programme accelerates, former ISRO chairman and Space Commission member Kiran Kumar said on Monday.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 15:29 IST

Centre introduces bill to impose new cess on pan masala, Gutka for national security, public health

After a 'sin tax' on tobacco-related items during the GST rationalisation exercise, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday introduced 'Healthy Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025', in the Lok Sabha. The Bill proposed a rigorous new tax regime on pan masala and gutkha manufacturers to fund defence and public health expenditures.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 14:28 IST

Samsung, LG lead global premium TV market in Q3 despite rising Chinese competition

Samsung Electronics Co. and LG Electronics Inc. continued to lead the global premium TV market in the third quarter, even as Chinese television makers gained ground, as per a report by Pulse, the English service of Maeil Business News Korea.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 14:06 IST

Corporate News

Tamil Nadu Commissions Integrated Reservoir Management Centre for Chennai

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 13:53 IST

NeoNiche Appoints Sheraz Hasan to Leadership Board to Accelerate APAC Expansion

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 13:49 IST

MS Dhoni backed Garuda Aerospace and BEL signs an MOU to Strengthen Indigenous UAS for Indian Defence Forces

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 13:17 IST

15th Gera Pune Residential Realty Report Highlights a Market Inflection Point with Stability Hinged on Supply Discipline and Affordability Balance Now

Updated: Jan 14, 2026 13:17 IST