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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BIRC 2025: India set for mega global rice conference eyeing Rs 1.8 lakh crore new markets, Rs 25,000 crore worth MoUs
The event will target Rs 1.80 lakh crore in new rice import markets currently sourced from India's competitors, with Rs 25,000 crore worth of export MoUs/contracts identified.

Updated: Oct 24, 2025 18:33 IST

India's office market continues to outshine the Asia-Pacific region: Report
India's office market is set for a record-breaking year, standing firm against a broader slowdown across the Asia-Pacific region, according to Knight Frank's Asia-Pacific Office Highlights Q3 2025 report. Despite economic headwinds, leasing activity in India's major cities continues to surge, powered by strong demand from Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and the revival of third-party IT services.

Updated: Oct 24, 2025 17:58 IST

India doesn't do deals in a hurry: Piyush Goyal amid trade talks with US
"We are talking to the US, but we don't do deals in a hurry," he said, adding that India doesn't do deals with deadlines or with a "gun on our head."

Updated: Oct 24, 2025 17:05 IST

India-US "very near" to a bilateral trade deal: Sources
India and the US are very near to finalising the first tranche of the ambitious Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), a government official said on Friday.

Updated: Oct 24, 2025 16:39 IST

Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurates new CGST Bhawan in Ghaziabad
Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, inaugurated the new Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Bhawan in Ghaziabad. Addressing officials and dignitaries, she emphasized the need for the next generation of GST reforms to focus on transparency, efficiency, and respect for taxpayers.

Updated: Oct 24, 2025 15:51 IST

International crude oil defies US sanctions, prices cool off after 5% surge
International crude oil prices traded largely range bound Friday, oscillating between marginal gains and losses, with analysts attributing them to mild profit booking.

Updated: Oct 24, 2025 14:36 IST

L&T wins large orders for Minerals & Metals business
Larsen & Toubro's (L&T) Minerals & Metals (M&M) business has won several large contracts across India, according to a press release.

Updated: Oct 24, 2025 14:28 IST

Samsung foundry rebounds with big orders from Tesla, Apple, Nintendo
In addition to a previous contract manufacturing deal with Tesla to produce the next-generation AI6 chip, Samsung Electronics' foundry business has won orders for the electric vehicle maker's AI5 chip, set for mass production in 2026, as per a report by the Korean Herald.

Updated: Oct 24, 2025 13:34 IST

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Updated: Dec 18, 2025 17:44 IST

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Updated: Dec 18, 2025 17:43 IST

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Updated: Dec 18, 2025 17:38 IST

Singapore Airshow 2026 Marks 10th Edition with New Frontiers in Aviation and Space

Updated: Dec 18, 2025 17:30 IST

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Updated: Dec 18, 2025 17:24 IST

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Updated: Dec 18, 2025 17:15 IST

YEF Bharat to host YEF Bharat Summit 2025 in Indore on 20th December; Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav to inaugurate the event

Updated: Dec 18, 2025 17:12 IST

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