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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Nifty, Sensex open cautious on day of Trump-Xi meet; Experts expect new highs soon for Indian markets
The domestic stock markets opened on a cautious note ahead of the crucial meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, with experts expecting Indian markets to touch new all-time highs in the coming weeks.

Updated: Oct 30, 2025 09:45 IST

SEBI plans to scrap 5 bps AMC cushion, revise TER slabs to maintain balance: Report
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed removing the additional 5 basis points (bps) expense allowance earlier granted to asset management companies (AMCs). The regulator has, however, proposed a 5 bps increase in the first two Total Expense Ratio (TER) slabs to partly balance the impact on AMC operations. The proposals form part of SEBI's latest consultation paper, which invites public comments until November 17, 2025, as per Centrum's Capital Markets report.

Updated: Oct 30, 2025 09:17 IST

Piyush Goyal highlights FTAs and market diversification in talks with Export Promotion Councils & Industry Associations
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, on Wednesday, chaired a meeting with representatives from Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) and industry associations, focusing on strategies to boost India's export growth. The discussions centred around harnessing Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) for greater market access, driving value addition, expanding market diversification, and strengthening sectoral synergies.

Updated: Oct 30, 2025 08:30 IST

Federal Reserve cuts interest rates amid uncertainty about economic outlook
The Federal Reserve has decided to lower the target range for the federal funds rate by one-fourth of a percentage point to 3.75-4 per cent, marking a shift in its monetary policy stance amid signs of a moderating economy. The decision, according to a Federal Reserve press release on Wednesday, comes as job growth slows and unemployment edges slightly higher, though it remains low through August.

Updated: Oct 30, 2025 08:29 IST

Bharat International Rice Conference will give greater access to Indian rice farmers: IREF's Dev Garg
The two-day inaugural edition of Bharat International Rice Conference is aimed at providing "justice" to Indian rice farmers by helping them gain greater access in the world market, Dev Garg, Vice President, Indian Rice Exporters Federation, said on Wednesday.

Updated: Oct 29, 2025 21:15 IST

DP World, other entities ink agreements to modernise Indian ports, strengthen maritime workforce
Global logistics major DP World has announced landmark collaborations aimed at modernising India's port infrastructure and strengthening its maritime talent base at the ongoing India Maritime Week 2025.

Updated: Oct 29, 2025 19:18 IST

Reducing foreign dependence vital for India's technological future: Piyush Goyal
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, while addressing the TiEcon Delhi-NCR (The Indus Entrepreneurs) conference on Wednesday, underlined that it is vital for India to develop its own technologies and reduce over-dependence on certain geographies for key inputs

Updated: Oct 29, 2025 19:14 IST

ISMA seeks ethanol allocation boost, sugar MSP hike in Budget expectations for policy support
The upcoming Union budget for the financial year 205-26 (April-March) should revise the sugar MSP and restore ethanol allocations to avoid surplus sugar and payment delays, Niraj Shirgaokar, Vice President of industry body Indian Sugar and Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) told ANI on Wednesday.

Updated: Oct 29, 2025 19:09 IST

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Mayavi Entertainment set to massively disrupt and alter the Indian film industry; revolutionize and democratize IP ownership and film financing

Updated: Dec 22, 2025 11:54 IST

Rudra Ecovation Shines at Successfully Concluded TFI Exhibition, Ludhiana

Updated: Dec 22, 2025 11:44 IST

Sundrex Oil Company Limited's INR 32.25 crore SME IPO opens today; price band set at INR 81-86 per share

Updated: Dec 22, 2025 11:42 IST

Dr. D. Y. Patil B-School, Pune to Host 6th Convocation Ceremony on December 27

Updated: Dec 22, 2025 11:10 IST

Admission open for SCMS Pune via SET

Updated: Dec 22, 2025 11:00 IST

Hon'ble Sikkim CM Shri Prem Singh Tamang and Bollywood Actress Zareen Khan Inaugurated Ramada Encore Hotel by Wyndham at Elan Miracle Mall

Updated: Dec 22, 2025 10:50 IST

Quoraverse 2025: How Marketers Are Preserving the Human Edge in an AI-Driven World

Updated: Dec 22, 2025 10:21 IST

India Must Reinvest in Its Civilisational Values to Achieve Prosperity: Industrialist H M Bangur at the World Hindu Economic Forum 2025

Updated: Dec 22, 2025 10:19 IST

BUMA Australia Secures AU$740 Million Multi-Year Contract Extension with Whitehaven at Blackwater Mine Through 2030

Updated: Dec 22, 2025 10:14 IST

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