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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India Maritime Week: Five MoUs worth over Rs 4,000 cr signed with DP World

At India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai, five Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth over Rs 4,000 crore were signed by DP World of Saudi Arabia, marking a major step in India's maritime growth journey.

Updated: Oct 29, 2025 18:52 IST

India working towards fair, balanced FTA with EU: Piyush Goyal
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday said India is working towards a "fair, equitable and balanced" Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union, with significant progress being made in the ongoing negotiations.

Updated: Oct 29, 2025 18:37 IST

Paytm Money lowers Margin Trading Facility rates starting at 7.99% per annum
Paytm Money, a wholly-owned subsidiary of One97 Communications Limited (OCL) and a wealth-tech platform, on Wednesday announced a significant revision in its Pay Later (Margin Trading Facility) rates, making leveraged trading more affordable and accessible for both retail and high-net-worth investors.

Updated: Oct 29, 2025 18:32 IST

China controls 90% of global rare earth supply, can 'weaponise' it: HCL Co-founder Ajai Chowdhry
Ajai Chowdhry, Co-Founder of HCL and Chairman of the National Quantum Mission, has warned that China's dominance over rare earth elements poses a serious strategic risk to global manufacturing, including India's ambitions in electric vehicles (EVs) and advanced technologies.

Updated: Oct 29, 2025 17:52 IST

"Dangerous to import them": HCL Co-founder Ajai Chowdhary calls for a ban on Chinese chips amid data security concerns
In an interview with ANI, Chowdhry, who has served on various government committees since 1999 and is currently the Chairman of the National Quantum Mission, called for a ban on the import of Chinese chips, alleging that each piece of hardware has a 'backdoor' to enable secret data transmission abroad.

Updated: Oct 29, 2025 17:26 IST

HCL co-founder Ajai Chowdhry urges adopting "demand aggression" model for Made in India push
Chowdhry opined that all government procurement related to a particular sector, including telecom and networking hardware, should be aggregated and awarded to Indian companies. He suggested that, instead of splitting small contracts among multiple suppliers, including foreign ones, the Indian government should place large-scale orders by bundling its demand with capable Indian firms.

Updated: Oct 29, 2025 17:17 IST

Sitharaman meets European Parliament Trade Panel to boost India-EU economic ties
The meeting aimed to deepen cooperation between the two sides and explore new opportunities for mutual economic growth.

Updated: Oct 29, 2025 17:13 IST

UP hikes Rs 30 per quintal sugarcane prices for 2025-26 season
The Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has announced an increase of Rs 30 per quintal in sugarcane prices for the 2025-26 crushing season, in a major decision benefiting millions of sugarcane farmers in the key growing state.

Updated: Oct 29, 2025 17:09 IST

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Roca Group opens the Roca Delhi Gallery, its first in India, as part of its international network of design-led cultural spaces

Updated: Dec 22, 2025 10:06 IST

ICSI commemorates 25 years of ICSI National Awards for Excellence in Corporate Governance

Updated: Dec 20, 2025 18:05 IST

Chandigarh University Holds Annual Convocation, Degrees Conferred on 3301 Students of Management & Commerce

Updated: Dec 20, 2025 18:02 IST

Bank Account Safety Tips: Protect Your Money From Online Fraud

Updated: Dec 20, 2025 17:51 IST

Forbes India Features Designer Gaurav Katta Among Game-Changing Leaders to Know

Updated: Dec 20, 2025 17:45 IST

Ishant Agarwal Honoured for HR Visionary Leadership at Wellness and HealthTech Summit

Updated: Dec 20, 2025 17:07 IST

IPS Academy Student Tanishq Agrawal Becomes Flying Officer in Indian Air Force, Awarded Sword of Honour

Updated: Dec 20, 2025 16:56 IST

IPS Academy, Institute of Engineering & Science Awarded Best college of Madhya Pradesh

Updated: Dec 20, 2025 16:53 IST

CHAMPIONS OF THE WORLD: India Sets the Roll Ball World Ablaze, Clinches Historic Glory at the 7th World Cup 2025

Updated: Dec 20, 2025 16:50 IST

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