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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FIIs inflows indicate preference to debt over equities in India: SBI Report
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have shown a clear preference for debt instruments over equities during the past one year, according to a recent report by the State Bank of India (SBI).

Updated: Nov 17, 2025 12:31 IST

Self-employment has emerged as strongest engine of India's job growth: HDFC Bank Report
Self-employment has emerged as the strongest engine of India's job growth over the past six years, according to HDFC Bank's Employment Trends in India report.

Updated: Nov 17, 2025 11:38 IST

Despite US sanctions on Russian crude, margins of Indian oil companies to remain firm: Fitch Ratings
The margins of India's oil marketing companies (OMCs) are unlikely to come under significant pressure despite the United States imposing sanctions on two of Russia's largest crude oil producers, Rosneft and Lukoil, according to a report by Fitch Ratings.

Updated: Nov 17, 2025 11:15 IST

Global equities to deliver solid long-term returns despite elevated valuations: Goldman Sachs
Global equities are set to generate "solid long-term returns despite elevated valuations," Goldman Sachs has said in its latest Global Strategy Paper, forecasting a 10-year annualised return of 7.7 per cent in USD terms for global stock markets.

Updated: Nov 17, 2025 10:59 IST

India signs "historic" LPG deal with the US: Hardeep Puri
In a major step towards strengthening India's energy security, Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri announced that Indian public sector oil companies have, for the first time, signed a one-year deal to import liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from the United States.

Updated: Nov 17, 2025 09:56 IST

Indian markets open in green, heading towards their all-time high on positive sentiments
The Indian stock market is moving closer to their all-time highs recorded in September 2024. It opens in green and experts believe there is a positive sentiment in the domestic market and expectations of global cues are supporting early trade.

Updated: Nov 17, 2025 09:35 IST

Indian parents now validating their buying decisions based on what their Gen Z teens recommend: Report
Parents across India are increasingly validating their everyday decisions based on what their Gen Z teens recommend, as the younger generation rapidly becomes the gateway to household adoption of new-age brands, according to a recent study report by venture capital firm Fireside Ventures.

Updated: Nov 17, 2025 08:54 IST

RBI's share in outstanding govt securities rises, bond yields likely to stay rangebound: SBI Report
The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) share in the outstanding government securities (G-secs) has seen a noticeable rise over the past year.

Updated: Nov 17, 2025 08:08 IST

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Updated: Jan 05, 2026 10:46 IST

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Updated: Jan 05, 2026 10:39 IST

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Updated: Jan 05, 2026 10:16 IST

UFC GYM® India Announces the Grand Opening of Its Newest Premium Fitness Club at Malad in Mumbai

Updated: Jan 05, 2026 10:13 IST

Amorepacific Showcases Innovative Technologies at CES 2026

Updated: Jan 05, 2026 10:12 IST

Chandigarh University's Holds its 7th Annual Convocation; Awards Degrees to 719 Online Learning Students

Updated: Jan 03, 2026 18:00 IST

InnovHer Enters a New Growth Chapter with Jeet Vijay Joining as Co-Founder

Updated: Jan 03, 2026 17:55 IST

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