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, Georgia move to boost silk and textile collaboration

India has taken a significant step to boost cooperation with Georgia in textiles, sericulture, and trade. A high-level delegation from the Ministry of Textiles, led by P. Sivakumar, Member Secretary of the Central Silk Board (CSB) and Secretary General of the International Sericultural Commission (ISC), concluded a five-day visit to Georgia from November 17 to 21, 2025. The visit aimed to deepen partnerships in sericulture, textiles, apparel, and carpet trade.

Updated: Nov 23, 2025 12:15 IST

India, Israel may seal first phase of Free Trade Agreement: Piyush Goyal

There was a clear indication that India and Israel might finish the first phase of their proposed free trade agreement (FTA) before moving to the whole deal in a second phase. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, while speaking to ANI, said, "There is a possibility that we may finalise the first phase of the FTA first and finalise the entire FTA in two phases," adding that the details would emerge as discussions continued.

Updated: Nov 23, 2025 10:56 IST

India reaffirms climate equity and justice at UNFCCC CoP30 in Brazil

India has welcomed the key outcomes of the 30th Conference of Parties (CoP30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) held in Belem, Brazil, reaffirming its commitment to equity, climate justice, and global solidarity.

Updated: Nov 23, 2025 10:14 IST

DPA Kandla sets new record with 81,024-ton coal discharge in 24 hours

The announcement comes days after another major moment for the port. On November 17, DPA Kandla handled 40 ships in a single day, crossing its earlier record of 38 ships set in December 2023. The two back-to-back milestones underline the port's rising efficiency and its growing ability to handle large volumes smoothly.

Updated: Nov 23, 2025 08:22 IST

LG, Amazon ink Wi-Fi patent licensing agreement

LG Electronics said it signed a patent licensing deal with Amazon for the use of its Wi-Fi standard-essential patents, marking a significant step in the company's push to strengthen its position in global technology standards, as per a report by Pulse, the English service of Maeil Business News Korea.

Updated: Nov 23, 2025 08:19 IST

Byju Raveendran denies allegations, to move US Court against over USD 1.07 billion default judgment

yju Raveendran has contested a US bankruptcy court default judgment making him liable to pay back over USD 1 billion on a petition filed by BYJU's Alpha and GLAS Trust with his lawyer stating that the court judgement and related orders will be appealed promptly by Raveendran, according to press release issued by Byju's legal team.

Updated: Nov 22, 2025 17:34 IST

Air India, Air Canada reinstate codeshare agreement to boost air connectivity

Air India on Saturday announced the reinstatement of its codeshare agreement with fellow Star Alliance carrier, Air Canada, to offer more flight options for travellers and boost connectivity between India and Canada.

Updated: Nov 22, 2025 16:54 IST

US Commission flags rising overcapacity, says China fueling new wave of dumping in global markets

China's economic challenges are reshaping global trade dynamics, with Beijing increasingly relying on manufacturing and exports to compensate for a sluggish domestic economy, noted the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission's 2025 Report to Congress.

Updated: Nov 22, 2025 16:28 IST

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