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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2026 to be Year of India-France Innovation as both nations share common vision for developing AI: France's Special Envoy for AI

The year 2026 will mark a major milestone for India and France as both nations come together to celebrate the "Year of India-France Innovation," providing opportunities for startups and innovators from both countries to collaborate, stated Anne Bouverot, France's Special Envoy for Artificial Intelligence, in an exclusive conversation with ANI.

Updated: Nov 07, 2025 08:50 IST

Polaris Smart Metering executing 10 million smart meters across India, aims to double market share

Polaris Smart Metering, one of India's largest advanced metering infrastructure service providers (AMISPs), is executing contracts for 10 million smart electricity meters across India as part of the government's massive nationwide rollout to modernize power distribution and curb losses.

Updated: Nov 07, 2025 07:56 IST

Atmanirbhar Bharat is about 'resilient interdependence' not isolationism: FM Sitharaman

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said that the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat is not "an isolationist policy" but rather "a resilient interdependence capable of meeting domestic needs while integrating with global value chains."

Updated: Nov 06, 2025 23:09 IST

Spanish business delegation visits Namo Bharat corridor

A high-level Spanish business delegation visited the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor today. The delegation was accompanied by senior officials of NCRTC.

Updated: Nov 06, 2025 20:58 IST

India-Chile lithium collaboration holds "promising future", says envoy Juan Angulo

India's collaboration on lithium with Chile holds a very promising future, Chile's Ambassador to India, Juan Angulo, said, emphasising Santiago's intention to play a deeper role in the lithium-based products ecosystem in India.

Updated: Nov 06, 2025 20:38 IST

BIRC 2025 opens up new avenues for India's rice exports, say farmers and FPO members

The recently held Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2025 here in the national capital's Bharat Mandapam had brought together thousands of farmers, exporters, and buyers to showcase India's rich rice diversity and explore new global opportunities. It opened a window to the world for Indian farmers to exhibit and promote their rice varieties, of which many were GI varieties.

Updated: Nov 06, 2025 20:10 IST

Adani Enterprises' Kutch Copper and Caravel Minerals sign strategic MoU to fast-track major australian copper project

Caravel Minerals Ltd (ASX:CVV) has announced the signing of a non-binding MoU (Memorandum of Understanding with Kutch Copper Ltd (KCL), a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises Ltd, paving the way for a strategic collaboration on the flagship Caravel Copper Project in Western Australia's Murchison region.

Updated: Nov 06, 2025 19:40 IST

India's renewable energy capacity has grown dramatically, capable of rapid momentum: World Energy Council Chairman

Amin said India should lay emphasis on industrialisation, technological innovation, and creating an ecosystem capable of supporting momentum in the energy transition.

Updated: Nov 06, 2025 19:16 IST

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