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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India, ADB sign $800 million loan for projects, grant of $1 million; in 4 states
The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed agreements for three loans worth over USD 800 million for projects in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat.

Updated: Nov 29, 2025 17:09 IST

Oil India commences offshore drilling in Kerala-Konkan basin
Energy sector major Oil India Limited has commenced a landmark offshore drilling campaign in the Kerala-Konkan Basin by spudding the first well, Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Puri announced on Saturday.

Updated: Nov 29, 2025 17:00 IST

Sharp decline in shipments to US, ASEAN drag down engineering exports in October: EEPC India
Primarily driven by a sharp fall in shipments to the US and a high base effect, India's engineering goods exports declined a whopping 16.71 per cent year-on-year in October 2025 to USD 9.37 billion, the Engineering Export Promotion Council of India said on Saturday.

Updated: Nov 29, 2025 16:40 IST

Anant Goenka takes over as FICCI President for 2025-26, from Harsha Vardhan Agarwal
Anant Goenka, Vice Chairman, RPG Group, on Saturday took over as FICCI President for 2025-2026, from Harsha Vardhan Agarwal, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Emami Limited, at the apex chamber's 98th Annual General Meeting and Annual Convention here in the national capital.

Updated: Nov 29, 2025 16:20 IST

Taiwan revises 2025 growth forecast to 7.37%, on rising AI demand
Soaring demand for artificial intelligence (AI) is boosting both exports and investment, prompting the Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics (DGBAS) on Friday to sharply revise up Taiwan's 2025 economic growth forecast to 7.37 per cent.

Updated: Nov 29, 2025 16:10 IST

Investments into REITs to be considered as equity starting 2026: SEBI
Starting January 1, 2026, any investment made by Mutual Funds (MFs) and Specialised Investment Funds (SIFs) in Real Estate Investment trusts (REITs) will be considered as an investment in equity-related instruments, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) said in a statement.

Updated: Nov 29, 2025 14:58 IST

Deccan Gold Mines in dialogue with Kabul to extract minerals from its mines
Deccan Gold Mines Ltd is having dialogues with potential partners in Kabul to tap into the Afghanistan's mineral resources, including lithium, rare earth minerals, and gold, Managing Director Hanuma Prasad told ANI.

Updated: Nov 29, 2025 14:38 IST

'We are beginning to see the results': Economist on India's 8.2% Q2 GDP growth
India's economy grew by 8.2 per cent in the second quarter of 2025-26, marking a strong acceleration from last year's 5.6 per cent growth for the same period. Speaking to ANI, noted economist Kirit Parikh said the growth was "certainly, a very good achievement, and we should continue."

Updated: Nov 29, 2025 13:51 IST

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Navrachana Innovation foundation, celebrates National Startup Day "NUVenture '26" Showcases Revenue-Generating Startups and Investor Pitching

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 16:53 IST

From a Mother's Insight to a National Brand: Dr. Simran Mann Introduces HOPITS Kids Footwear

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 16:53 IST

Nigeria-based BUA Group strengthens partnership with Green Power International Pvt. Ltd., becomes its largest customer with new deal for 22 MW plant

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 16:45 IST

OPPO India elevates travel photography with the all-new Reno15 Series featuring AI Portrait Camera

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 16:44 IST

SEBI Highlights Record Investor Growth and Technology-Driven Reforms at ANMI's 15th International Capital Market Convention

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 16:44 IST

VCare Launches State of the art Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru Unveils one of India's First Single-Day Facial Architecture

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 16:43 IST

Chef Manish Mehrotra launches Nisaba

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 16:43 IST

From Faith to Action: Narayan Seva Sansthan launches nationwide humanitarian drive on Makar Sankranti

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 16:42 IST

Anondita Medicare Achieves Major Global Regulatory Milestone with MDSAP Certification

Updated: Jan 13, 2026 16:42 IST

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