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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MoU signed for pre-feasibility study of five greenfield airports in Assam
The Assam government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) to undertake a pre-feasibility study for the development of five greenfield airports in Assam.

Updated: Feb 28, 2026 08:04 IST

Base year revision captures structural changes in Indian economy: Experts
India's latest base year revision of national accounts has led to an upward adjustment in GDP growth estimates for 2025-26, with analysts seeing it as analytically significant given that it captures structural changes in the economy and incorporates new data sources.

Updated: Feb 28, 2026 08:02 IST

New GDP Series will make growth data more robust: MoSPI Secretary Saurabh Garg
"Our existing series was based on the year 2011-2012. The international norm is that this should happen every five to seven years. However, due to COVID-19, we transitioned to a new financial system, and GST was introduced, which caused a slight delay," Garg said.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 21:27 IST

Base year revision to support policy formulation, boost data accuracy: Statistics Secretary Saurabh Garg
The revision of the base year for national accounts to 2022-23 will significantly strengthen policy formulation by providing more accurate and granular economic data, Statistics Secretary Saurabh Garg said.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 21:24 IST

GreenX Talks 2026: Adani Group reframes growth through dignity and inclusion
The fifth edition of GreenX Talks at Adani Corporate House (ACH) in Ahmedabad reaffirmed a defining principle of the Adani Group that growth is never measured by scale alone, but by inclusion.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 20:53 IST

Micron's chips plant will reaffirm Sanand's industrial growth: Ajit Shah, President, Sanand Industries Association
The inauguration of the semiconductor chips unit in Sanand industrial area will be a big boon for the overall economic growth of the region, said Ajit Shah, President of Sanand Industries Association, a day before the prime minister is set to dedicate it to the nation.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 19:28 IST

Base year switch boosts 2025-26 GDP estimate to 7.6%
India's latest base year revision of national accounts has led to an upward adjustment in GDP growth estimates for 2025-26. The government said that the use of annual surveys for household sector estimates and change in method of deflation improved the GDP estimates.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 18:58 IST

JioFinance app transforms into AI-powered intelligent marketplace for personalized financial services: Hitesh Sethia
Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL) has transitioned its JioFinance app into an Al-powered intelligent marketplace designed to offer personalized financial services to users.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 18:47 IST

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TECNO POP X Now on Sale, Bringing 120Hz Fluidity to the Everyday Smartphone Segment

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 11:45 IST

motorola edge 70 fusion launched; early bird sale today 12PM - world's first 50MP Sony LYTIA 710, fabric finish, 7000mAh battery. Starting Rs. 24,999*

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 11:32 IST

Trinity Air Travel & Tours Solidifies Expansion into Global Education with Rapid Growth of 'Trinity Study Abroad'

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 11:31 IST

The British School New Delhi Hosts IB Asia-Pacific Professional Development Workshops 2026

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 11:19 IST

IIM Lucknow and Emeritus Commence Chief Technology Officer Programme, Equipping Leaders to Drive Technology-led Business Transformation

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 11:16 IST

FUJIFILM India Inaugurates Endoscopy Manufacturing in Jodhpur, Strengthening Make in India for Advanced Healthcare Technology

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 11:16 IST

AccessifyLabs Announce Global Partnership with Accessibility Cloud to Deliver AI-Augmented, Human-Centered Accessibility at Scale

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 10:33 IST

NEMA Eldercare defining Luxury Old Age Homes in Gurgaon

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 10:26 IST

Numeros Motors Partners with Royal Sundaram to Introduce People-First Insurance Solutions for EV Owners, with Specially Designed Cover for Women

Updated: Mar 06, 2026 10:25 IST

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