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.

Private market investors expect stronger liquidity and exit opportunities: Goldman Sachs

The findings come from its global "Turning the Corner?" survey of more than 250 General Partners (GPs) and Limited Partners (LPs), which shows sentiment holds steady or improves across asset classes relative to 2024 levels, with the most optimism in real assets.

Updated: Oct 27, 2025 18:44 IST

Seven new electronic component plants approved under Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme: Ashwini Vaishnaw

He said these projects will significantly reduce India's import dependence on electronics manufacturing and strengthen the local supply chain.

Updated: Oct 27, 2025 18:08 IST

Adani Energy Solutions posts strong H1 FY26 results, EBITDA rises 13% to Rs 4,144 crore

Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL), part of the Adani group and India's largest private power transmission and distribution company, on Monday announced what it described as a robust financial and operational performance for the quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2025.

Updated: Oct 27, 2025 18:01 IST

IFSCA seeks public comments on proposal to mandate dematerialization of securities in IFSC

The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has issued a consultation paper seeking public comments on its proposal to make the dematerialization of securities mandatory for entities operating in the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) jurisdiction. The move is aimed at strengthening regulatory coherence and simplifying market infrastructure within GIFT City.

Updated: Oct 27, 2025 17:02 IST

India's economy poised for strong FY26 growth amid policy reforms and stable inflation: Finance Ministry

India's economy continues to gather pace, with recent government reforms and monetary measures expected to sustain growth momentum while keeping inflation in check, according to the Monthly Economic Review for September 2025 released by the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance.

Updated: Oct 27, 2025 16:07 IST

Despite higher tariffs in August, Indian economy gained momentum in Q2 FY26: Finance Ministry

Despite United States imposing higher tariffs on India in August, the Indian economy gained momentum in the second quarter (July-September) of the current financial year, according to the Department of Economic Affairs' (DEA), finance ministry's monthly economic review.

Updated: Oct 27, 2025 14:05 IST

Samsung Electronics shares top USD 70 for first time on industry recovery

South Korean chipmaker Samsung Electronics Co. saw its shares surpass 100,000 won (USD 69.88) for the first time on Monday, buoyed by growing optimism about chip industry recovery, high-bandwidth memory (HBM) competitiveness, and stock buyback program, as per a report by Pulse, the English service of Maeil Business News Korea.

Updated: Oct 27, 2025 13:55 IST

India poised to lead global decentralized energy race: OMC Power CEO Rohit Chandra

India's distributed and decentralized energy sector is entering a transformative phase driven by innovation in storage, grid stability, and renewable integration, said Rohit Chandra, Co-Founder and CEO of OMC Power, in an exclusive interaction with ANI.

Updated: Oct 27, 2025 13:47 IST

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