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

Highlights

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.

Top Stories

RBI likely to cut Repo Rate by 25 bps in December policy meeting: Morgan Stanley
The report highlighted that its expectation is driven mainly by continued downside surprises in headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation. "On monetary policy, we expect the RBI to ease rates 25bp in the Dec-25 policy meeting, with a terminal policy rate of 5.25 per cent".

Updated: Nov 19, 2025 11:40 IST

Piyush Goyal to visit Israel from Nov 20-22 for high-level talks on trade, technology, investment
The visit aims to strengthen the growing strategic and economic partnership between the two nations.

Updated: Nov 19, 2025 11:30 IST

TSMC gets USD 4.71 billion aid from US, Japan, Germany, China over 2 years
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) received about USD 4.71 billion in subsidies from the governments of the United States, Japan, Germany and China over the past two years for the chipmaker's global expansion, Focus Taiwan reported.

Updated: Nov 19, 2025 11:21 IST

India's growth to be driven by domestic demand as external environment stays uncertain: Morgan Stanley
The report forecasts real GDP growth of 6.8 per cent in FY26 and 6.5 per cent in FY27-28, driven primarily by an uptrend in household consumption, improving urban sentiment, and a broadening investment cycle.

Updated: Nov 19, 2025 11:14 IST

India must push for 25% oil tariff rollback after reducing import of Russian oil: GTRI
The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) flags unfair surcharge of 25 per cent as penalty imposed on Indian goods under the 'Russian oil' category.

Updated: Nov 19, 2025 10:54 IST

Jio Unlimited 5G users to get free Jio Gemini Pro, including Google's Gemini 3
Jio on Wednesday announced significant enhancements to its Jio Gemini offer with the rollout of Google Gemini 3. These enhancements are part of the Jio Gemini Pro Plan, available free for 18 months to all Jio Unlimited 5G customers.

Updated: Nov 19, 2025 10:52 IST

India-US tech ties to deepen as 5G and 6G drive new opportunities, says IACC
The next generation of communication technologies, especially 5G and 6G, will play a pivotal role in strengthening India-US collaboration in emerging tech, said Arun Karna, Executive Council Member Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (IACC), in an interaction with ANI at the 22nd Indo-US Economic Summit.

Updated: Nov 19, 2025 10:32 IST

Indian stocks open flat amid global tech selloff, markets to follow global trends: Experts

Volatility gripped the Indian stock markets on Wednesday as both benchmark indices opened flat, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid weak global cues.

Updated: Nov 19, 2025 09:42 IST

Corporate News

Victory Electric Vehicles International Limited, A Trusted Name in India's EV 3-Wheeler Segment, opens its IPO on 7th January 2026

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 14:42 IST

Councillor Kunal Yadav Partners with Nanhi Veena Women's Welfare Foundation to Provide Winter Relief in Gurugram

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 14:22 IST

Rado Celebrates Togetherness with Katrina Kaif and Hrithik Roshan

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 14:01 IST

Surya Roshni Taps Dubai Platform to Scale Export-Led Electrical and Lighting Portfolio

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 13:51 IST

KRAFTON India Kicks off 2026 with a Fresh Set of BGMI Redeem Codes for Players

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 13:12 IST

Sathlokhar Synergys E&C Global Limited Records Over 125% Turnover Growth in 9M FY26

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 12:48 IST

Leo Dryfruits & Spices Trading Limited Receives Approval for listing of Whole Spices and Dry Fruits in Apna Bazaar stores

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 12:47 IST

SGS Expands Digital Trust Leadership with Acquisition of Panacea Infosec in India

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 12:46 IST

Neworld Developers receives ICICI Bank approval for Northern Hills, reinforcing Buyer Confidence in North Goa Extension

Updated: Jan 06, 2026 12:46 IST

iocl