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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Tamil Nadu cabinet approves Rs 31,592 cr investments for 46 projects; over 61,500 jobs expected
Tamil Nadu state cabinet has approved incentives for 46 new and expansion investment projects across the state, entailing a total committed investment of Rs 31,592.39 crore and generating employment opportunities for 61,521 persons.

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 13:20 IST

US SC tariff ruling positive for India, China, Brazil; negative for EU, UK, Japan, Singapore: ICICI Bank report
The ruling of the US Supreme Court striking down tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump under the International Emergency and Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) is likely to create winners and losers among global economies, with India, China, and Brazil emerging as beneficiaries, while the Euro-zone, UK, Japan, and Singapore may face negative implications, according to a report by ICICI Bank.

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 13:07 IST

India's E-commerce market projected to reach USD 300 billion by 2030: BCG
India's e-commerce market is projected to surge from its current USD 120-140 billion to USD 280-300 billion by 2030. According to a report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), "Shoppers today move seamlessly between screens and stores, researching online, purchasing offline, and vice versa, based on convenience, trust, and need."

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 13:06 IST

India's renewable energy sector well-positioned to refinance maturing dollar debts: Fitch
India's renewable energy sector is facing low risk in refinancing its US dollar loans, even though many of these loans require full repayment at maturity, according to a report by Fitch Ratings.

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 12:56 IST

India's GDP growth likely at 8.1% in Q3 FY26 amid strong domestic demand: SBI report
India's economy is expected to maintain strong growth momentum, with GDP projected to expand by around 8.1 per cent in the third quarter of the current financial year (FY26), according to a report by the State Bank of India (SBI).

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 12:40 IST

ICRA projects the net loss of the Indian aviation industry to reduce to Rs 110-120 billion in 2026-27
The Indian aviation industry is projected to see its net losses decline by one-third in the 2026-27 fiscal year as domestic passenger traffic growth recovers to an estimated 6-8 per cent.

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 12:17 IST

New Delhi declaration on AI Impact signatories reach 91 as three more nations join
The global consensus on artificial intelligence governance expanded as three additional nations joined the New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact, bringing the total number of signatories to 91 countries and international organisations.

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 12:17 IST

Asset monetisation under NMP 2.0 to boost India's GDP by Rs 40 lakh crore over next 5-10 years: NITI Aayog
The government's asset monetisation initiative under the National Monetisation Pipeline (NMP) 2.0, launched by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday, is expected to increase India's GDP by approximately Rs 40 lakh crore over the next 5-10 years, noted a report by NITI Aayog.

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 11:28 IST

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Updated: Mar 04, 2026 10:21 IST

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Updated: Mar 04, 2026 10:15 IST

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Updated: Mar 04, 2026 10:11 IST

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Updated: Mar 04, 2026 10:08 IST

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Updated: Mar 03, 2026 18:15 IST

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Updated: Mar 03, 2026 18:13 IST

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