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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SCL Mohali poised to drive India's semiconductor push, says Ashwini Vaishnaw; unveils five-point roadmap

Vaishnaw confirmed that the government has approved Rs 4,500 crore for a large-scale modernisation of SCL.

Updated: Nov 28, 2025 18:16 IST

Stock market ends flat, a day after Sensex breached 86,000 mark

Nearly 1,945 shares advanced, 2023 shares declined, and 152 shares remained unchanged, with the BSE Midcap and smallcap indices ending on a flat note.

Updated: Nov 28, 2025 16:41 IST

Indian economy grows 8.2% in Q2 2025-26

India's real GDP has been estimated to have grown by 8.2 per cent in the July-September quarter of the current financial year 2025-26 over the growth rate of 5.6 per cent in the same quarter of the previous fiscal, official data showed Friday.

Updated: Nov 28, 2025 16:10 IST

India Internet Governance Forum 2025 concludes with strong push for inclusive, secure digital future

The fifth edition of the India Internet Governance Forum (IIGF-2025) concluded on Friday after two days of discussions at the India Habitat Centre and the India International Centre here in the national capital.

Updated: Nov 28, 2025 16:06 IST

First tranche of trade deal with US may conclude by end 2025: Commerce Secretary

India is hopeful of signing the first tranche of the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement within the current calendar year, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal optimistically said on Friday. Talking at FICCI AGM, he indicated that talks have progressed substantially despite recent shifts in global trade conditions.

Updated: Nov 28, 2025 15:50 IST

Rs 7,280 crore rare earth magnets scheme to place India among 'allied group of nations': Minister H D Kumaraswamy

He said this move will place India among the allied group of nations with the capability to produce these critical components domestically, reducing dependence on imports and enhancing strategic autonomy.

Updated: Nov 28, 2025 15:19 IST

Byju Ravindran claims clinching evidence that proves lenders misled on USD 533 million claim

Edutech founder Byju Raveendran has claimed that he will submit clinching evidence before the US Courts.

Updated: Nov 28, 2025 15:17 IST

Reliance Jio outshines rivals in Delhi, records highest download speed in TRAI's October drive test

Reliance Jio has emerged as the best-performing telecom operator in Delhi, securing a clear lead over its competitors in the latest Independent Drive Test (IDT) conducted by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) for the Delhi Licensed Service Area (LSA) during October 2025.

Updated: Nov 28, 2025 15:00 IST

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