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.

TCS, ServiceNow enter multi-year partnership to scale enterprise AI adoption

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and ServiceNow signed a multi-year partnership to accelerate artificial intelligence adoption for enterprises across various business functions. According to a Tata Consultancy Services exchange filing, the collaboration focuses on reimagining work transformation through AI in back-office operations, including human resources, finance, supply chain, procurement, and employee services.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 17:33 IST

Hindustan Zinc Limited signs MoU with Tripura Group to operationalize company's flagship manufacturing unit within Zinc Park in Rajasthan

According to a exchange filing by Hindustan Zinc , the agreement facilitates the operationalisation of a manufacturing unit within the company's Zinc Park located at Khankhala in the Bhilwara district of Rajasthan. The partnership marks a step in establishing India's first integrated downstream industrial hub dedicated to zinc-based value chains.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 17:06 IST

R&B Denims secures huge sales orders worth Rs 215.88 crore, stock price rises

R&B Denims Limited, a leader in India’s denim industry, has secured sales orders aggregating to around Rs 215.88 crore for the supply of around 12,000,000 meters of denim fabric products from established merchant exporters, the company said in a regulatory filing.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 16:55 IST

Using AI for 'real-time tracking' of financial influencers giving illegal investment advice: SEBI Chief

"AI is being increasingly by us. We are using them on financial influencers and those transgressing the lines on investment advice. It is also being used on certain advertisements to ensure they are under SEBI rules," he said while addressing a press conference at NISM Campus in Mumbai.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 16:44 IST

Indian stock market ends with gains amid mixed global cues

At close, Sensex was recorded at 83,294.66, rising 480 points, or 0.58 per cent, while the Nifty 50 closed at 25,713, up 142 points, or 0.55 per cent.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 16:37 IST

Non-metro cities drive 70% of formal job growth in India: Report

Non-metro regions now account for nearly 70 per cent of the formal workforce in India. A new report by Quess Corp shows that tier-3 cities lead this growth with 40 per cent of employment. Tier-2 hubs follow with 29 per cent of jobs, while tier-1 cities hold 31 per cent of the workforce.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 15:33 IST

RBI to auction Rs 44,500 crore State Government Securities on Feb 24; 16 states to participate

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will conduct an auction of State Government Securities (SGS) tomorrow, February 24, 2026 (Tuesday), aggregating Rs 44,550 crore, according to an official notification issued by the central bank.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 15:16 IST

"You cannot afford to mis-sell": FM to banks, says glad that RBI coming up with guidance

Addressing a press conference, post customary post-Budget meeting with Central Board of Directors of the RBI, the Finance Minister said, "I am glad that the RBI is coming up with guidance on why mis-selling is not going to be entertained. The message should go to the banks that you cannot afford to mis-sell. Mis-selling is an offence..."

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 14:57 IST

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