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 forex reserves climb to USD 702.28 billion, nearing record high
India's foreign exchange reserves rose by USD 4.5 billion in the week that ended October 17 to USD 702.280 billion, primarily driven by a rise in gold reserves, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said in its latest 'Weekly Statistical Supplement'.

Updated: Oct 26, 2025 13:17 IST

Domestic consumption expected to cushion India's growth slowdown in H2: SBICAPS
India's economic growth in the second half of the current financial year is expected to remain steady, with strong domestic consumption likely to cushion the slowdown, according to a report by SBI Capital Markets (SBICAPS). The report noted that while global uncertainties and trade tensions persist, India's internal demand continues to provide stability to the economy.

Updated: Oct 26, 2025 12:14 IST

Maritime sector drives India's economic surge as 95% of trade moves through sea routes
Nearly 95 per cent of India's trade by volume and about 70 per cent by value moves through maritime routes, underlining the sector's centrality to India's economy and competitiveness. Data from a government press release highlights that the maritime sector is the backbone of India's global trade and growth story.

Updated: Oct 26, 2025 11:17 IST

RBI approves reappointment of C S Rajan as Kotak Mahindra Bank's part-time Chairman
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Updated: Oct 26, 2025 10:32 IST

Kotak Mahindra Bank Q2FY26 consolidated profit at Rs 4,468 crore; Loan book, deposits show steady growth
Kotak Mahindra Bank on Saturday reported a consolidated profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 4,468 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2025 (Q2FY26), compared to Rs 5,044 crore in the same quarter last year. On a standalone basis, the bank's PAT stood at Rs 3,253 crore for Q2FY26, slightly lower than Rs 3,344 crore in the previous year's corresponding quarter. The figures were shared by the bank in a press release issued after its Board meeting held in Mumbai on Saturday.

Updated: Oct 26, 2025 10:30 IST

Mini-Ratna firm HLL Lifecare pays record Rs 69.5 crore dividend to Government for 2024-25
Mini-Ratna company HLL Lifecare Limited has paid a record dividend of Rs 69.53 crore to the Government of India for the financial year 2024-25.

Updated: Oct 25, 2025 19:17 IST

Chipsets for multiple applications including CCTVs being developed in India: Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
India is developing advanced chipsets that will be able to run various high-tech applications, including CCTVs, Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday, highlighting the country's rapid strides in indigenous capabilities.

Updated: Oct 25, 2025 17:35 IST

Government considers raising advertisement rates by 26% for print media: Sources
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Updated: Oct 25, 2025 16:18 IST

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