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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AI to redefine IT business models, Jefferies flags structural risks and slower growth
Jefferies in its latest report has revised downward its earnings estimates for the IT sector, citing structural changes driven by artificial intelligence (AI), which may significantly alter the traditional business mix of IT companies.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 14:47 IST

"CM Yogi has completely transformed the state": Golden State Capital MD, to invest Rs 12,000 Crore in UP
Speaking to ANI in Singapore, Nanda emphasised that Singapore remains the primary gateway for foreign capital into India. "If you look at the data from the last 10 years, Singapore is the largest investor in India, and all foreign investment comes through Singapore. Singapore has been the number one investor," Nanda stated.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 14:47 IST

“Not a systemic kind of issue, central bank watching it…”: RBI Governor on IDFC First Bank fraud
While addressing the media, after the customary post-Budget meeting with finance minister, RBI governor on the issue said, "As a policy, we do not comment on any individual bank or regulated entity. We are watching the development. There is no systemic kind of issue." IDFC FIRST Bank has suspended four employees after it discovered fraudulent activity involving approximately Rs 590 crore in certain Haryana government accounts at its Chandigarh branch, the bank said in its official stock exchange filing.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 14:39 IST

India's salary hike projected at 9.1% in 2026; GCCs lead with 10.4%: EY Future Pay report

India's corporate landscape is reported to moderate with overall salary increments projected at 9.1 per cent in 2026. This follows a marginal softening from the 9.3 per cent recorded in 2025, according to the EY Future of Pay report.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 14:13 IST

TIDA and Diamond Dreams Academy unveil elite global pipeline to Florida's premier sports institutions
Diamond Dreams Academy (DDA) and TIDA Sports, are proud to announce the formalisation of a high-performance corridor designed to place India's most gifted athletes into the elite tier of American collegiate and professional sports.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 14:10 IST

RBI will factor revised CPI, GDP base in April policy projections: Governor

During a press conference after the customary post-Budget meeting with finance minister, RBI governor responded to a query on whether the inflation targeting range would be revised following the CPI base year update, he said the matter is under examination. "The RBI had earlier published a discussion paper and submitted its recommendations to the government. The decision on the target would be announced by the authorities," he said.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 14:03 IST

India and France sign the Amending Protocol to amend the India-France Double Taxation Avoidance Convention: Finance Ministry
During the recent visit of the France President to India, the Indian Government and the Government of the French Republic have signed a Protocol amending the India-France Double Taxation Avoidance Convention, signed on 29 September 1992 ('India-France DTAC'). The Amending Protocol was signed by Ravi Agrawal, Chairperson, Central Board of Direct Taxes, Government of India, and Thierry Mathou, Ambassador of France to India, on behalf of their respective Governments.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 13:48 IST

Gurugram records Rs 24,120 crore in luxury home sales in 2025; outpaces Mumbai in ultra-premium segment
Gurugram has surpassed Mumbai in the total sales value of luxury homes priced at Rs 10 crore and above, recording Rs 24,120 crore in transactions during the calendar year 2025.

Updated: Feb 23, 2026 13:35 IST

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Viraj Profiles Hosts 'Indradhanush of the Soul', Celebrating the International Appreciation of Indian Heritage

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 12:41 IST

H T Parekh Foundation hosts inaugural Harsha Parekh Librarian Awards to honour India's librarians working with children

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 12:27 IST

ApolloMedics Lucknow Performs Rare Emergency Neuro-Intervention in 2.5-Year-Old, Reversing Devastating Stroke Effects

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 11:41 IST

Octave Launches New Brand Built Around Unleashing Intelligence at Scale

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 10:50 IST

Supreme Power Equipment Limited Commences Operations at New High-Capacity Transformer Manufacturing Facility

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 10:39 IST

Nyati Group's Historic Beginning : A Record Breaking Launch with 100+ Bookings

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 10:27 IST

PlasmaLeap Raises A$30 Million to Accelerate Zero-Emissions Production of Fertilisers and Fuels

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 10:23 IST

ZTE Showcases Full-Stack AI Innovations at MWC Barcelona 2026, Creating an Intelligent Future

Updated: Mar 03, 2026 10:18 IST

National Conclave & A Purple Runway of Dreams

Updated: Mar 02, 2026 18:54 IST

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