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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India's forex reserves drop further, but still around record high of $704.9 billion
India's foreign exchange reserves declined by USD 5.623 billion in the week that ended October 31 to USD 689.733 billion, driven by a slump in both foreign currency assets and gold reserves, the Reserve Bank of India's latest 'Weekly Statistical Supplement' data showed.

Updated: Nov 09, 2025 13:47 IST

Per plate food cost in India moderated in October as overall inflation cools
Costs of home-cooked vegetarian and non-vegetarian thalis declined 17 per cent and 12 per cent year-on-year in October, respectively, primarily because of a steep decline in the prices of vegetables and pulses, according to Crisil Intelligence's latest Roti Rice Rate (RRR) report.

Updated: Nov 09, 2025 13:35 IST

CII proposes India Development and Strategic Fund to finance India's long-term growth and economic resilience
The industry body CII has proposed the creation of an India Development and Strategic Fund (IDSF), a sovereign-backed, professionally managed institution designed to finance India's long-term growth, resilience, and global economic security.

Updated: Nov 09, 2025 12:58 IST

Global uncertainty, key economic data to keep Indian markets volatile, say analysts
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Updated: Nov 09, 2025 10:34 IST

SEBI warns investors against unregulated 'digital Gold' schemes
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Updated: Nov 09, 2025 09:45 IST

Discretionary spending, easing supply pressures to drive urban revival in 3QFY26
Urban spending is expected to witness a broader revival through the third quarter of financial year 2026 (FY26), with discretionary categories such as jewelry showing resilience and supply-side disruptions gradually easing.

Updated: Nov 09, 2025 09:15 IST

Reliance Power denies any link with Amar Nath Dutta, arrested by ED, in bogus bank guarantee case
Reliance Power Limited on Saturday said that Amar Nath Dutta, who was arrested by Enforcement Directorate (ED) in bogus bank guarantee case, is no way connected with the Company.

Updated: Nov 08, 2025 22:47 IST

Assam: Nirmala Sitharaman lays foundation for University that will focus on AI, cybersecurity, drone tech, quantum computing
The upcoming institution, Assam's first Technology and Vocational Education and Training (T-VET) University, will be developed at a project cost of Rs 415 crore and is envisioned to shape a skilled, future-ready generation equipped in cutting-edge fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Drone Technology, and Quantum Computing.

Updated: Nov 08, 2025 18:46 IST

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Holani Consultants Marks Historic SME IPO, Structuring One of India's Most Subscribed Issues with 918x Oversubscription

Updated: Dec 27, 2025 11:51 IST

Tata Power, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and International Growth Centre (IGC) launches Energy Insights and innovation lab to accelerate India's clean energy transition

Updated: Dec 27, 2025 11:50 IST

Talented Ritu Insan: A new way to learn and earn through fashion

Updated: Dec 27, 2025 11:21 IST

Forging the Future: India AI Manufacturing Congress Signals an Intelligent Industrial Revolution

Updated: Dec 27, 2025 11:14 IST

Comprehensive Stroke Care and Outcomes at Jehangir Hospital

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 18:20 IST

Indians honoured at the British Parliament for exceptional service to society

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 18:17 IST

Divyasparsh Group Achieves a Key Milestone as Ambrosia Galaxy Reaches Possession

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 18:10 IST

Institute of Directors Launches First National Convention in Gujarat, Inaugurated by Hon'ble Chief Justice Mrs. Sunita Agarwal

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 18:10 IST

Milind Soman and Ankita Konwar honoured at NDTV Who's Next 2025 as Fitness Icon of the Year and Millennial Fitness Icon

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 18:09 IST

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