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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Indian aviation industry to incur net losses up to Rs 105 billion in FY26: ICRA
Indian aviation industry's net financial losses to increase to Rs. 95-105 billion in FY2026, credit rating agency ICRA said on Tuesday. The agency expects net losses to widen more than 100 billion in FY2026, compared with Rs. 55 billion in FY2025. The increase is attributed to slower traffic growth during a period of high aircraft deliveries and rising operational costs.

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Signature Global raises Rs 8.75 billion via NCDs from World Bank's IFC for housing projects
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Updated: Oct 28, 2025 18:47 IST

FICCI flags tax and customs as key demands from Union Budget 2026-27
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Updated: Oct 28, 2025 17:23 IST

Lenskart plans IPO to expand global reach, boost technological advancement: Piyush Bansal
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Updated: Oct 28, 2025 16:56 IST

Indian stock market ends flat as profit-taking drags Sensex and Nifty
At the end of the trading day, the BSE Sensex was down 150.68 points or 0.18 per cent at 84,628.16, and the Nifty50 at the National Stock Exchange (NSE) was down 29.85 points or 0.11 per cent at 25,936.20.

Updated: Oct 28, 2025 16:26 IST

Cabinet approves nutrient based subsidy rates for Rabi 2025-26 on phosphatic and potassic fertilizers
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the proposal of the Department of Fertilizers to fix the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for the Rabi season 2025-26 on Phosphatic and Potassic (P&K) fertilizers. The rates will be effective from October 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026.

Updated: Oct 28, 2025 16:12 IST

Samsung, Hyundai chiefs to meet Nvidia CEO in Seoul
The upcoming gathering between the heads of Korea's two leading conglomerates and Huang is anticipated to center on partnerships across various fields, including semiconductors, autonomous driving, software-defined vehicles (SDV), and robotics.

Updated: Oct 28, 2025 15:51 IST

Cabinet approves 'terms of reference' for 8th Central Pay Commission
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved the Terms of Reference for the 8th Central Pay Commission, marking a key step in the process to review and revise the pay structure and service conditions of central government employees.

Updated: Oct 28, 2025 15:36 IST

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Updated: Dec 20, 2025 09:12 IST

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Updated: Dec 19, 2025 18:12 IST

Manipal Hospital Millers Road Hosts Senior Premier League to Celebrate Active Ageing

Updated: Dec 19, 2025 18:11 IST

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Updated: Dec 19, 2025 18:09 IST

Spotlight's Inter School Alumni golf tournament receives high praise from everyone

Updated: Dec 19, 2025 18:08 IST

Celebrities, Aamir Khan and Ranbir Kapoor have invested in QWEEN, India's First Self-Discovery Experiential Luxury Jewellery Brand

Updated: Dec 19, 2025 18:02 IST

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Updated: Dec 19, 2025 17:53 IST

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