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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Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh lead India's vehicle sales in Q3 FY25-26: SIAM

Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh emerged as the primary drivers of automobile demand in India during the third quarter of the 2025-26 fiscal year. According to the latest data released by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), the country recorded the sale of 12.76 lakh passenger vehicles between October and December. The Western Zone led this specific segment, contributing 4.21 lakh units to the total national volume.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 17:40 IST

QGroup Partners with IIT Madras Entrepreneur Deepak Kumar Choubey to launch Sliq Group in India

A Swedish billion-dollar global technology collective is making its move into India's product engineering landscape. Operating across more than 15 countries, QGroup has partnered with Indian technology entrepreneur Deepak Kumar Choubey to launch Sliq Group (Software Labs India with QGroup), a new IT venture aimed at building globally competitive digital products from India.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 17:18 IST

JioFinance unveils intelligent digital marketplace; invites users to shape future of finance

Moving beyond the traditional approach of listing financial products generically, the new app leverages Agentic AI and Neural Networks to offer a hyper-personal, instantaneous, and always-on financial experience to users, enabling them to take control of their financial future with confidence

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 17:04 IST

TRAI releases Consultation Paper to review digital connectivity rating for properties

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Friday released a consultation paper titled "Review of the Rating of Properties for Digital Connectivity Regulations, 2024 (7 of 2024)" to refine the existing framework for in-building digital connectivity.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 17:02 IST

Future of Indian gold demand lies in institutional portfolios: World Gold Council CEO David Tait

The future of Indian gold demand will be driven by institutions such as pension and insurance funds, that increasingly embed the asset within their portfolios, according to David Tait, CEO of the World Gold Council. Speaking at the News18 India Rising Bharat Summit 2026, Tait stated that while jewellery remains a cultural staple in India, the institutional and investment-driven segment represents the next phase of growth for the market.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 16:51 IST

India GDP to grow 7.6% in 2025-26, government estimates after base year revision

India's real GDP is estimated to grow by 7.6 per cent in the current financial year 2025-26, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) estimates showed Thursday.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 16:30 IST

IIFL Home Finance secures USD 300 million loan from Asian Development Bank to empower women with affordable housing finance in India

IIFL Home Finance Limited secured a USD 300 million loan agreement with the Asian Development Bank to expand access to affordable housing finance for lower-income borrowers, specifically targeting women in India. The financing package represents the company's first syndicated external commercial borrowing and aims to address the significant housing deficit in the country.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 15:45 IST

ISA and IIT Delhi formalise Framework for Action to advance solar skills across member countries

The International Solar Alliance (ISA) and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, on Wednesday, formalised a Framework for Action (FFA) to deepen their partnership in advancing solar energy skills and capacity building across ISA member countries.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 15:34 IST

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