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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Kerala inks Rs 850 crore FDI deal for Meridian Tech Park, to create over 10,000 jobs
Kerala's journey to become a global innovation hub took a major leap forward with the signing of a Letter of Intent (LoI) for the Meridian Tech Park, a new vertical innovation complex in Technopark Phase III.

Updated: Nov 05, 2025 18:52 IST

India aims to secure 10% of 6G patents by 2030; AI plays key role in next-gen networks: DoT Secretary
India aims to secure at least 10 per cent of global 6G patents by 2030, Secretary of the Department of Telecommunications Neeraj Mittal said on Tuesday, underlining the government's vision to make India a global leader in next-generation telecom technology.

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Updated: Nov 05, 2025 16:55 IST

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As part of its Q2 FY26 earnings call, Paytm founder and chief executive officer (CEO) Vijay Shekhar Sharma emphasised the company's commitment to strengthening loyalty and boosting long-term value creation for customers on the platform.

Updated: Nov 05, 2025 16:29 IST

MeitY unveils India AI governance guidelines to ensure safe, inclusive and responsible AI adoption
In a landmark move towards shaping India's artificial intelligence future, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on Wednesday unveiled the India AI Governance Guidelines under the IndiaAI Mission, laying the foundation for a safe, inclusive, and responsible AI ecosystem across sectors.

Updated: Nov 05, 2025 15:14 IST

India-US trade talks "going on very well" says Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday indicated that talks on the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement are "going on very well", but said that there are "many sensitive and serious issues" and it would take time.

Updated: Nov 05, 2025 15:14 IST

Leveraging AI key to achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047: MeitY Secretary
S Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY (Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology), has asserted that now is truly an opportunity to leverage a horizontal, cross-cutting technology like AI to ensure the country is firmly on the path to becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047.

Updated: Nov 05, 2025 14:51 IST

India, New Zealand explore sector-specific trade pact, balancing mutual gains and core interests: Piyush Goyal
India and New Zealand are advancing discussions on a bilateral trade agreement, with both sides determined to build a sector-specific trade deal that strengthens economic ties without compromising on sensitive issues, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said while speaking to ANI.

Updated: Nov 05, 2025 14:47 IST

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