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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Credit momentum to continue in 2H, but growth likely to be capped by weak corporate demand: IIFL

With the strong festive demand and the GST cuts, the loan growth in the banking system has picked up pace in October and early November, according to a latest report by IIFL Capital.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 14:05 IST

Rupee hits new low as depreciation continues; experts say all eyes on India-US BTA

The downside in the Indian rupee, which has been steadily depreciating over the past months, is unlikely to abate soon as it hit yet another record low on Monday.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 14:01 IST

CII unveils policy roadmap to shape India's Media and Entertainment future by 2030

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has unveiled a comprehensive policy roadmap to transform India's Media and Entertainment (M&E) sector into a globally competitive powerhouse by 2030. The announcement came at the 12th CII Big Picture Summit 2025 in Mumbai, where leaders from government, industry, and creative sectors gathered to discuss the future of India's creative economy.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 13:36 IST

Nirmala Sitharaman introduces two Bills in Lok Sabha aimed at levying cess on tobacco products

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced two bills in Lok Sabha on Monday, the first day of Winter session of Parliament, aimed at levying cess on tobacco products and its manufacturing.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 13:05 IST

Industry seeks rate cut as economists expect pause by RBI amid 8.2% Q2 GDP and low inflation

As the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) prepares to announce its policy decision this week, the industry and economists remain divided on what the central bank will do.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 12:27 IST

Auto sales booms in November across sectors, Ashok Leyland sold 29% more, M&M grew by 19%

Vehicle sales across categories performed exceedingly well in November, continuing robust performance since the reduced GST rates on vehicles came into effect this Navratri.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 12:25 IST

India's Manufacturing PMI slips to 56.6 in November, Job creation falls to 21-month low: HSBC

The domestic manufacturing sector saw a slowdown in November as the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) eased to 56.6, down from 59.2 in October, according to the manufacturing PMI data released by HSBC.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 11:48 IST

Credit growth to rebound as IPO liquidity spent and working capital demand rises: SBI

The credit growth of the banks in the country which had slowed in recent quarters, is expected to pick up as companies begin to draw more funds for their day-to-day operations, highlighted a report by State Bank of India.

Updated: Dec 01, 2025 11:16 IST

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