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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RBI completes Underwriting Auction for Rs 32,000 cr Govt. Bonds, Green bond draws highest commission rate
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday announced the results of the underwriting auction conducted on October 31, 2025, for Additional Competitive Underwriting (ACU) of select Government securities.

Updated: Oct 31, 2025 11:13 IST

Cooperation in semiconductor key to India-Taiwan relations: Fellow, Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation
The semiconductor sector has emerged as one of the most important pillars of cooperation between India and Taiwan, said Sana Hashmi, Fellow at the Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation.

Updated: Oct 31, 2025 10:20 IST

Taiwan: TSMC A14 fab construction approved, set to start soon
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) has secured three construction permits for its plan to build a state-of-the-art A14 wafer fab in Taichung, central Taiwan, and is likely to start construction soon, the Central Taiwan Science Park Bureau said on Wednesday, according to a report by Focus Taiwan.

Updated: Oct 31, 2025 10:18 IST

Hyundai Motor vice chief highlights green hydrogen in energy transition
South Korea's auto giant Hyundai Motor Group will aim to secure a technological edge in the field of green hydrogen, as hydrogen is emerging as a central pillar in the global energy transition, as per a report by Pulse, the English service of Maeil Business News Korea.

Updated: Oct 31, 2025 09:45 IST

Nifty, Sensex open steady amid lack of positive triggers; eyes on global trade deals, Bihar polls
Indian stock markets opened on a steady note on Friday, with the benchmark indices trading marginally lower amid a lack of strong positive triggers.

Updated: Oct 31, 2025 09:43 IST

Deendayal Port Authority Kandla bags multiple 'Maritime Excellence Achievers Awards' at India Maritime Week 2025
Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, has received the prestigious 'Maritime Excellence Achievers Awards' under the categories of "Driving Maritime Innovation" and "Port Sustainability Pioneer" at the ongoing India Maritime Week 2025, held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The award was presented by Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal in the presence of Minister of State (PSW) Shantanu Thakur.

Updated: Oct 31, 2025 08:51 IST

UPI tops festive season payments, transactions jump to Rs 17.8 lakh crore: Bank of Baroda

Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has emerged as the most preferred mode of payment during the festive season, reflecting strong consumer spending and a revival in demand, according to a report by Bank of Baroda.

Updated: Oct 31, 2025 08:11 IST

Google CEO Sundar Pichai expresses enthusiasm over AI deal with Reliance, highlights benefits for Jio users

"Excited to partner with Reliance Jio to bring the best of Google AI to India. Eligible Jio users will receive our AI Pro plan at no extra cost for 18 months, including Gemini 2.5 Pro, 2TB of storage + our latest AI creation tools. Can't wait to see what we'll build together!" Sundar Pichai said in a post on X.

Updated: Oct 31, 2025 03:46 IST

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Updated: Dec 22, 2025 16:47 IST

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Updated: Dec 22, 2025 16:31 IST

Anant National University to Conduct ADEPT 2026, India's Only Multi-Lingual Design Entrance Test, on 4 January

Updated: Dec 22, 2025 16:30 IST

M Sanvi Real Estate Notes Growing Demand for Ready-to-Move Homes in Delhi-NCR

Updated: Dec 22, 2025 16:29 IST

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Updated: Dec 22, 2025 16:23 IST

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