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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Top or Bottom of market cycle makes little difference for SIP, start early to win big: Report

Starting Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) at the top of a market cycle can lead to higher absolute wealth creation in rupee terms compared to SIPs that begin at the bottom, even though percentage returns may be marginally higher for the latter, according to a report by WhiteOak Capital.

Updated: Nov 10, 2025 09:49 IST

Nifty, Sensex open flat; Global upgrades, IPO buzz and Bihar polls keep investors cautious

The domestic stock market opened on a flat note on Monday, continuing its sideways movement as investors remained cautious ahead of key domestic and global events. Both benchmark indices registered marginal gains in early trade.

Updated: Nov 10, 2025 09:36 IST

Profitability of banks to improve in coming quarters: Report

The profitability of banks is expected to improve in the coming quarters, driven by improved advances growth and lower interest expenses, according to a report by Systematix Research.

Updated: Nov 10, 2025 08:12 IST

Committee of Creditors likely to put resolution plan for Jaiprakash Associates to vote in 2 weeks, sources say Adani Enterprises plan scores highest

Conglomerate Jaiprakash Associates Limited, which has been under deep financial stress along with several financial creditors and thousands of homebuyers, will soon see light at the end of the tunnel with the resolution process expected to conclude soon, sources in the know said Sunday.

Updated: Nov 09, 2025 17:09 IST

Sugar production in India expected to rise 16% in 2025-26; Centre allows 15 lakh tonne exports

India's sugar production for the 2025-26 sugar season is projected to rise sharply to 343.5 lakh tons, up around 16 per cent from 296.1 lakh tons in 2024-25, according to the first advance estimates released by the Indian Sugar Mills Association (ISMA) this week.

Updated: Nov 09, 2025 17:03 IST

Housing prices rise 7-19% across Indian metros in July-September 2025: Report

Property prices across metros in India continued their unabated upward march in the July-September quarter 2025, supported by strong end-user demand in the premium segment, elevated input costs, and a limited supply of quality, ready-to-move-in inventory, according to digital real estate transaction and advisory platform PropTiger.com by Aurum Proptech.

Updated: Nov 09, 2025 15:15 IST

Assam to be part of global semiconductor ecosystem in 2026: Nirmala Sitharaman reviews plant's progress

The TATA semiconductor project in Assam is being developed with an investment of Rs 27,000 crore and is expected to produce 48 million semiconductor chips per day upon completion. The first phase of the plant is expected to be commissioned by April 2026.

Updated: Nov 09, 2025 14:52 IST

Credit card spending surges 23% to Rs 2.17 lakh crore YoY in September

Credit card spending in India rose sharply by 23 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 2.17 lakh crore in September 2025, driven by festive season offers, GST rate cuts, and a rise in card issuances that boosted discretionary consumption, according to a report by CareEdge.

Updated: Nov 09, 2025 13:57 IST

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