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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No bubble in AI, current funding by cash flows rather than excessive borrowing: JP Morgan

The current rally in artificial intelligence (AI) related investments is justified and sustainable, and there are no signs of a bubble forming at this stage, highlighted a latest report by JP Morgan.

Updated: Nov 25, 2025 13:55 IST

HD Hyundai wins major order for eight container ships worth USD 1.45 billion

HD Hyundai Co. has secured a major container ship order worth 2.13 trillion won (USD 1.45 billion) from South Korean shipping firm HMM Co., marking its strongest performance in the segment in 18 years, as per a report by Pulse, the English service of Maeil Business News Korea.

Updated: Nov 25, 2025 12:54 IST

Accel, Google launch joint initiative to boost early-stage AI startups in India

The cohort will begin in February 2026. Those who applied between September and November 2025 will automatically be considered for selection. The application process itself is powered by Google's Gemini 2.5 Pro model, using AI to simplify form-filling for applicants

Updated: Nov 25, 2025 12:39 IST

RailTel joins hands with Nokia to modernize India's national and metro optical transport networks

RailTel has partnered with Nokia to upgrade and modernize its National Long-Distance (NLD) and metro optical transport networks across India. According to a Nokia press release, the move is aimed at boosting the country's high-speed connectivity and network resilience.

Updated: Nov 25, 2025 12:39 IST

Indian companies to match earnings growth of US markets over next 12 months: Report

The domestic companies are expected to register earnings growth as high as those in the United States over the next 12 months, supported by attractive macro fundamentals, supportive monetary policy positioning and robust domestic demand highlighted a report by Franklin Templeton, a global investment management organization.

Updated: Nov 25, 2025 12:24 IST

India Inc set for steady 8-10% revenue growth in Q3 FY2026: ICRA

Kinjal Shah, Senior Vice President & Co-Group Head - Corporate Ratings at ICRA, says rural spending continues to hold steady, while several policy steps are supporting sentiment in cities.

Updated: Nov 25, 2025 11:30 IST

New Labour laws likely to generate 77 lakh new jobs, reduce unemployment by up to 1.3%: SBI Report

The implementation of the government's new labour reforms could significantly boost employment and formalisation in India's labour market over the medium term, highlighted a report by the State Bank of India (SBI).

Updated: Nov 25, 2025 10:52 IST

Markets open flat, stuck between FII selling and DIIs buying since last week

The domestic stock markets opened flat on Tuesday as indices stuck between selling by foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) and buying by domestic institutions. The indices continue to test record levels but have failed to sustain gains above the all-time high marks.

Updated: Nov 25, 2025 09:38 IST

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