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's capex landscape shows optimism with strong Central, State and Corporate spending this fiscal: Care Edge
The capital expenditure landscape in the country is showing clear signs of optimism, supported by healthy spending by the Centre, a pick-up in state capex, and a revival in investments among Indian corporations, according to a report by Care Edge Ratings.

Updated: Nov 26, 2025 11:07 IST

PM Modi inaugurates India's first global MRO facility of Safran in Hyderabad
Addressing the event virtually from New Delhi, PM Modi said India's aviation sector is set to take a new flight with this MRO facility.

Updated: Nov 26, 2025 11:06 IST

India to begin FTA negotiations with Russia-led EAEU from today
India will launch formal negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement with the Russia-led Eurasian Economic Union starting today, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced at a press conference in the capital on Tuesday.

Updated: Nov 26, 2025 10:28 IST

Nifty, Sensex open in red but rebound quickly on global cues; sectoral indices show strength
The pressure in the Indian stock market continued on Wednesday as both the benchmark indices opened in the red, weighed down by persistent selling by foreign investors.

Updated: Nov 26, 2025 09:40 IST

US President Donald Trump launches "Genesis Mission" to accelerate AI-driven scientific innovation
US President Donald Trump has launched the Genesis Mission, a major national initiative aimed at accelerating AI-powered scientific discovery and strengthening America's global technological leadership.

Updated: Nov 26, 2025 08:54 IST

India's GDP growth numbers for first half of FY26 expected to touch 7.6%: ICICI Report
The domestic GDP growth in the first half of the current financial year, FY26, is expected to come in at 7.6 per cent, higher than the 6.1 per cent recorded during the same period last year, as highlighted in a report by ICICI.

Updated: Nov 26, 2025 08:16 IST

Obesity, related chronic diseases costing Indian economy $28.9 billion annually: Report

Obesity and related chronic diseases account for a growing share of India's health burden, costing the economy an estimated $28.9 billion annually, said a report by Tony Blair Institute for Global Change (TBI).

Updated: Nov 25, 2025 22:38 IST

Air India working to disburse compensation to remaining affected families of June crash: CEO
Air India is making all efforts to ensure that compensation given to the families affected by the plane crash in June is expedited, airline's chief executive officer (CEO) and managing director (MD) Campbell Wilson has said, noting that it is being done "in a fair and well-managed way".

Updated: Nov 25, 2025 22:13 IST

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Updated: Jan 10, 2026 16:16 IST

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Updated: Jan 10, 2026 16:02 IST

Why Cost Transparency is Becoming Central with Zero Brokerage Accounts

Updated: Jan 10, 2026 15:39 IST

Why GIFT Nifty is an Important Pre-Market Indicator for Indian Traders

Updated: Jan 10, 2026 15:39 IST

The Shift Towards Transparency as Investors Choose a Zero Brokerage Trading Account

Updated: Jan 10, 2026 15:30 IST

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Updated: Jan 10, 2026 14:47 IST

Vinfast VF 6 Won "Value for Money Car of the Year" at Autocar India Awards 2026

Updated: Jan 10, 2026 14:43 IST

KRAFTON India honors India's Gaming Champions at the Inaugural KRAFTON India Awards 2025 with iQOO

Updated: Jan 10, 2026 14:37 IST

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Updated: Jan 10, 2026 14:04 IST

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