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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Nara Lokesh, Minister for Human Resources Development; IT Electronics and Communication, Andhra Pradesh, has asserted that people must either embrace AI or risk being replaced by it. He made this remark during the session titled "AI and the Future of Jobs: Turning Disruption into Opportunity" at the 30th Partnership Summit being held in Visakhapatnam.

Updated: Nov 15, 2025 18:42 IST

India's wholesale inflation bottomed out, may still remain negative through 2025-26: Report
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Updated: Nov 15, 2025 15:43 IST

India government explores relief measures to boost SEZ production
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Updated: Nov 15, 2025 15:41 IST

Day 1 of SHRM India Conference 2025 Sets the Stage for the Future of Work with Global Leaders, AI Insights & Transformative Conversations
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Updated: Nov 15, 2025 13:45 IST

CyberPeace and NCERT unveil the 5th edition of eRaksha 2025 with theme 'AI for Peace & Safety'
CyberPeace, in collaboration with NCERT and supported by Google.org has launched eRaksha 2025, a nationwide cyber safety and digital ethics competition placing students at the centre of India's fight against AI-enabled risks.

Updated: Nov 15, 2025 13:23 IST

Retail inflation likely to stay negative excluding gold; RBI faces policy dilemma: Report
The retail inflation excluding gold is expected to remain negative over the next two months, said a report by SBI Research, highlighting an unusually low-inflation environment in India.

Updated: Nov 15, 2025 12:33 IST

Anant Raj plans Rs 4,500 crore data center investment in Andhra Pradesh; signs MoU with state govt
Anant Raj subsidiary Anant Raj Cloud has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Andhra Pradesh for the development of new data center facilities and an IT park in the eastern coastal state.

Updated: Nov 15, 2025 12:24 IST

Indian IT sector shows sequential recovery in Q2FY26; tier-2 techs lead growth
The Indian IT sector witnessed a return to positive sequential growth in Q2FY26, driven by Tier-1 techs reversing declines seen over the past two quarters, while Tier-2 techs continued to outperform both in growth and margins, according to sector commentary, according to a report by Axis Capital.

Updated: Nov 15, 2025 12:22 IST

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Updated: Jan 02, 2026 17:07 IST

Beyond Motivation: How Sneh Desai Is Building India's Most Impactful Self-Development Platform

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 17:06 IST

EMIAC Technologies Wins Two Economic Times Leadership Awards 2025, Setting a New Benchmark in Digital Growth

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 17:06 IST

VeCura ReSculpt Launched by Actress Alya Manasa & Praba Reddy, in Chennai, Redefining Science-Led Non-Surgical Body Sculpting in South India

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 17:05 IST

From Rising Digestive Disorders to Comprehensive Care Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani launches Kauvery Institute of Digestive Sciences

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 17:04 IST

The International Awards Forum™ (TIAF Awards™) Unveils International Awards Summit 2026 in India and Abroad

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 17:04 IST

Startup Singam Drops Season 2 Teaser, Announces January 25 Premiere

Updated: Jan 02, 2026 16:17 IST

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Updated: Jan 02, 2026 15:59 IST

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