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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Shift from processed to nutritious food essential to fight diabetes, says IRRI scientist Sreenivasulu

Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the Bharat International Rice Conference in New Delhi, Sreenivasulu said, "We need to shift from highly processed food towards nutritious food. And of course, palatability is very critical. We need to make sure that all those nutritious products we make should be higher in their palatability as well as in nutritional density."

Updated: Oct 30, 2025 22:40 IST

MoUs signed with technology partners to support shipbuilding project at Kandla, bunkering facility to be set up: Deendayal Port Authority Chairman

Deendayal Port Authority Chairman Sushil Kumar Singh on Thursday said that MoUs have been signed targeting setting up facilities at Kandla for the production of "green methanol, green hydrogen, and green ammonia."

Updated: Oct 30, 2025 21:23 IST

Bharat International Rice Conference kicks off with focus on AI, trade, farmer empowerment; MoUs worth over Rs 3,000 crore signed on Day 1

The two-day Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2025 began today at Bharat Mandapam here in the national capital, marking a milestone moment for India's agriculture and export sectors.

Updated: Oct 30, 2025 20:27 IST

India aims to boost global rice export share from 40% to 60%: IREF President Prem Garg

Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF) National President Prem Garg on Thursday said that India will look to increase its rice export share from 40 per cent to 60 per cent through the Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC), which is being organised in the national capital.

Updated: Oct 30, 2025 20:24 IST

DP World pledges $5 billion infrastructure investment in India

Global logistics major DP World has pledged to invest an additional USD 5 billion in India to strengthen its integrated supply chain network, which supports both exports and domestic trade, as per a company statement.

Updated: Oct 30, 2025 20:20 IST

India's agriculture becoming more sustainable, climate-resilient: Sanjay Sethi

India's agriculture sector is witnessing a transition toward sustainable and climate-resilient practices, said Sanjay Sethi, National Technical Coordinator at the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations.

Updated: Oct 30, 2025 20:03 IST

Rs 1.5 lakh crore investments sealed at IMW 2025 as 23 MoUs signed in maritime sector

Sharing the update on X, Union Minister Sonowal said the agreements reflect global confidence in India's growth story and the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Updated: Oct 30, 2025 19:17 IST

Inland waterways can open export avenues for small farmers: Former DG Shipping Amitabh Kumar

Former Director General of Shipping Amitabh Kumar has said that the rapid development of inland waterways in India can be a "boon" for the agriculture sector, creating new export avenues for small and marginal farmers in riverine regions.

Updated: Oct 30, 2025 19:05 IST

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