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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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 10, 2026 22:05 IST

India's rise, global outlook set it apart from China, says USIBC President Atul Keshap
India is not China as the two countries differ significantly in their global outlook, development model and approach to international partnerships, Amb (ret) Atul Keshap, President of the US-India Business Council (USIBC), told ANI today. Keshap, who is also Senior Vice President for South Asia at the US Chamber of Commerce, said India's rise in global affairs would benefit both the United States and the broader international community.

Updated: Mar 10, 2026 20:41 IST

JNPA announces waiver of storage and reefer charges to support Export-Import community amid West Asia disruptions
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) has issued a trade notice today regarding the waiver of storage/dwell time charges and reefer plug-in charges for West Asia-bound export containers stranded in the port area due to geopolitical disturbances in the Gulf region.

Updated: Mar 10, 2026 20:08 IST

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers resigns with immediate effect, Rahul Bhatia takes interim charge
According to the press statement released by Indigo, "With immediate effect, Pieter Elbers will be stepping down as InterGlobe Aviation Limited's (IndiGo) CEO. The Board of Directors would like to thank Pieter for his contribution and service to the organization, and wishes him well in his future endeavours." The airline further said that its managing director, Rahul Bhatia, would manage the company in the interim until a replacement is hired.

Updated: Mar 10, 2026 19:02 IST

Long-run LNG supplies will not be disrupted, but there will be a lead time: Sources
The source said the recent surge in Asian LNG prices and supply disruptions have altered the economics of global gas trade, making shipments from more distant suppliers commercially viable despite higher transportation costs.

Updated: Mar 10, 2026 17:56 IST

TSMC February revenue rises 22% YoY as AI chip demand remains strong
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's largest contract chipmaker, reported a strong rise in net revenue for February, underscoring sustained demand for advanced semiconductors amid a global build-out of artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Updated: Mar 10, 2026 17:45 IST

Cabinet approves Rs 3,839 crore 4-lane highway project linking Ujjain to Delhi-Mumbai expressway in Madhya Pradesh
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, today has approved the development of a 4-lane corridor from Badnawar-Petlawad-Thandla-Timarwani section of NH-752D having a length of 80.45 kilometres with a total capital cost of Rs 3,839.42 crore. The approved corridor will provide connectivity of Ujjain to Timrawani interchange at Delhi Mumbai Expressway (DME). The primary purpose of the proposed four-lane project corridor is to improve travel efficiency and is expected to reduce travel time by approx. one hour.

Updated: Mar 10, 2026 17:45 IST

Cabinet approves revised Rs 3,630.77 crore plan for Jewar Airport connectivity from Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Spur
According to the press release by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, "This 31.42 km long project corridor will provide direct and high-speed connectivity from South Delhi, Faridabad and Gurugram to Jewar International Airport, thereby promoting economic growth and logistics efficiency across the National Capital Region (NCR)." The corridor intersects the Eastern Peripheral Expressway, Yamuna Expressway, and Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC), which enables multimodal transport convergence.

Updated: Mar 10, 2026 17:44 IST

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Updated: Mar 12, 2026 10:35 IST

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Updated: Mar 12, 2026 10:35 IST

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Updated: Mar 12, 2026 10:25 IST

Heads Up For Tails (HUFT) Partners with Tata Trust Small Animal Hospital to Bring Holistic Pet Care to Mumbai

Updated: Mar 12, 2026 10:07 IST

JSB Homemakers Unveils Sample Flat At Gokul Nakshatra In Virar West

Updated: Mar 11, 2026 19:09 IST

U.S.-India Tariff Reduction Deal Creates Momentum for Harsoria Healthcare and MedSource Labs Joint Venture

Updated: Mar 11, 2026 18:37 IST

Teerth Realties Taps Pune's Emerging Growth Corridors with Commercial and Residential Developments

Updated: Mar 11, 2026 18:26 IST

ABB deepens Karnataka footprint with new investments to serve high growth emerging sectors

Updated: Mar 11, 2026 18:26 IST

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Updated: Mar 11, 2026 18:21 IST

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