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 forex reserves drop by $2.11 billion to $723.608 billion in week that ended Feb 20
India's foreign exchange reserves dipped USD 2.119 billion in the week that ended February 20 to USD 723.608 billion, after having reached a new all-time high recently, according to the Reserve Bank of India's latest data.

Updated: Mar 01, 2026 08:19 IST

West Asia conflict to raise freight costs, disrupt supply chains: FIEO
The ongoing conflict in West Asia will inevitably raise freight costs and stretch supply chains, SC Ralhan, President of the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) said.

Updated: Mar 01, 2026 07:46 IST

If oil was regulator of last century, microchips will be regulator of this century: PM Modi at inauguration of Micron facility in Gujarat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the Micron ATMP (Assembly, Test, Marking, and Packaging) facility in Sanand, Gujarat.

Updated: Feb 28, 2026 23:01 IST

Memory chips will be manufactured at Micron's Gujarat plant, semiconductor industry is foundational: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Noting that memory chips will be manufactured in the Semiconductor Assembly, Test and Packaging (ATMP) facility of Micron in Sanand in Gujarat, Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw has said that the semiconductor industry is foundational and everything from cameras to mobiles needs memory chips.

Updated: Feb 28, 2026 19:14 IST

"With 10 new semiconductor projects multiplier effect will reach entire MSME value chain," says PM Modi at Micron plant Inauguration
Speaking at the inauguration of Micron's semiconductor facility, PM Narendra Modi stated, "With 10 new semiconductor projects coming into production in India, the multiplier effect will reach the entire value chain of MSMEs, startups and electronic industries." Regarding India's standing in the international market, Modi noted, "The message has reached the world - India is capable, competitive and committed! I assure the global investors and India's partners that the Indian govt as well as state govts are with you..."

Updated: Feb 28, 2026 19:10 IST

India is rapidly becoming part of global semiconductor value chain: PM Modi
He said the inauguration of Micron's semiconductor facility marks a milestone in India's journey towards technology leadership.

Updated: Feb 28, 2026 18:08 IST

Micron to produce hundreds of millions of AI-ready chips annually at new Sanand facility in Gujarat: Micron CEO
Micron Technology CEO Sanjay Mehrotra announced today that the company's new Semiconductor Assembly, Test, and Packaging (ATMP) facility in Sanand, Gujarat, will produce "multiple hundreds of millions of chips per year." Speaking at the inauguration of the plant, Mehrotra emphasised that this facility is a cornerstone of the global AI supply chain, converting advanced DRAM and NAND wafers into finished products for worldwide customers. "There is no artificial intelligence without data," Mehrotra stated. "And there is no data without memory and storage. And the memory and storage that powers AI for everyone, that is what Micron builds."

Updated: Feb 28, 2026 17:30 IST

Higher F&O taxes won't deter small investors; tax-based entry filter urged: NSE CEO Ashish Chauhan

NSE MD and CEO Ashish Chauhan proposed implementing minimum qualification criteria (such as capital or net worth thresholds) for F&O trading, drawing inspiration from markets like the US and Singapore to protect retail investors.

Updated: Feb 28, 2026 14:14 IST

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Ludhiana to Host India's First IELTS & PTE Excellence Conclave 2026 Focused on Trainer Development, Institute Growth Strategies, and Academic Excellence

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 14:25 IST

Why MRG Group is Doubling Down on High-End Living Along Dwarka Expressway

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 14:22 IST

Asian Granito India Ltd. launches strategic branding initiative on Tejas Express to strengthen nationwide brand visibility

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 14:10 IST

Signify Introduces Philips UltraShine Range with an Industry Leading Efficiency of 150 Lumens Per Watt

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 14:07 IST

Airbnb Highlights How Indian Women Shaped Travel Trends in 2025

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 14:05 IST

Chandan Healthcare Limited Secures Third PPP Project in Punjab for Advanced Radiology Services

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 13:48 IST

Pramerica Life Insurance Launches 'Rising Bharat Fund' to Enable Investors to Participate in India's Midcap Growth Story

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 13:48 IST

Producer Chanda Patel Honours Gujarati Cinema Legends at WIFPA-SEPC Entertainment and Media Conclave in Ahmedabad

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 13:48 IST

Urban Hive Pro Builds 12 Profitable PG Properties in 18 Months, Bringing Structure to India's Unorganised Co-Living Market

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 13:47 IST

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