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 leads global tax policy shift amid expanding digital economy: CBDT Joint Commissioner

India has taken a proactive stance in adapting tax laws to the digital era and the rise of borderless digital businesses challenges traditional taxation, and India leads globally in ensuring fair, transparent, and equitable revenue distribution, Varunesh Mishra, Joint Commissioner of Income Tax in the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), told ANI today.

Updated: Nov 07, 2025 22:39 IST

TIDCO working to meet aerospace and defence industry needs, says TIDCO's VP
Wing Commander P Madhusoodhanan, Vice President - Aerospace and Defence at Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation Limited (TIDCO), on Friday said that the organization is "working towards ensuring the requirement of the aerospace and defense industries.

Updated: Nov 07, 2025 22:02 IST

India working on multilateral tax certainty framework, says principal commissioner Income Tax
"Multilateral certainties are required and we are working on them as a continuous process. Once the decision is taken and when it has to come, it will certainly come forward," he said, referring to the multilateral tax certainty framework, on the sidelines of the International Tax Summit in New Delhi.

Updated: Nov 07, 2025 21:57 IST

India must partner with friendly nations for success in rare-earth materials, says former defence official
Air Marshal M. Matheswaran (AVSM, VM, PhD, Retd), former Deputy Chief of the Indian Integrated Defence Staff and founder-chairman of The Peninsula Foundation, on Friday said that India will have to work with the friendly-countries as a partner as far as the success in the field of rare-earth materials.

Updated: Nov 07, 2025 21:19 IST

CII announces Global M&E Investor Meet in collaboration with WAVES Bazaar at 12th BIG Picture Summit 2025
The CII Big Picture Summit, themed 'The AI Era: Bridging Creativity & Commerce,' is set to bring together leaders from government and industry to chart a roadmap for the growth and transformation of India's Media & Entertainment (M&E) sector. The Summit is being organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India.

Updated: Nov 07, 2025 21:04 IST

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal interacts with prominent New Zealand business leaders
A key highlight of the event was a fireside chat between Piyush Goyal and Todd McClay, Minister of Trade and Export Growth, New Zealand.

Updated: Nov 07, 2025 20:18 IST

IPO aims for larger reach, stronger branding: Physics Wallah co-founder Prateek Maheshwari
The edtech company's IPO will open to the public on November 11, with the listing date scheduled for November 18.

Updated: Nov 07, 2025 18:35 IST

BIRC 2025 united global rice Industry under one roof with deals worth Rs 30,153 cr says Dev Garg VP IREF
The inaugural edition of the Bharat International Rice Conclave (BIRC) 2025 concluded on a high note, marking a historic moment for India's rice sector.

Updated: Nov 07, 2025 17:47 IST

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QAD | Redzone Marks 20 Years in India by Honoring 2025 Champions of Change Driving the Future of Manufacturing

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 15:43 IST

SGT University Successfully Hosts the 2nd Bharat Higher Education Summit 2025

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 15:42 IST

Sonata Gold Collection Wins 2025 Good Design Award, Marking the Brand's First International Design Recognition

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 15:41 IST

Rahul Roy and actress Neetu Chandra crown the winners of Miss & Mrs India 2025, a grand celebration of talent and elegance organized by Pan India Group

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 15:40 IST

NAR-INDIA Reinforces Its Leadership as a leading Real Estate Association in 2025

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 15:18 IST

One Plan, Two Benefits: Protection & Guaranteed Savings with SBI Life - New Smart Samriddhi

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 14:51 IST

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Updated: Dec 26, 2025 14:14 IST

Millions Drink it Daily, But at what Cost? Sri Ramakrishna Hospital's Orthopedic Specialists Explain the Link Between Tea, Coffee and Musculoskeletal Pain

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 13:53 IST

Paisabazaar and YES BANK Announce Upgraded PaisaSave Credit Card with Enhanced Dining and Travel Benefits

Updated: Dec 26, 2025 13:50 IST

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