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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Warner Bros Discovery, (WBD) has announced that it will hold a Special Meeting of Shareholders on March 20, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time to vote on its proposed merger with Netflix.

Updated: Feb 18, 2026 08:47 IST

FM Sitharaman meets Norway PM, discusses expanding partnership across semiconductors, green tech, maritime sectors
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday held a meeting with Norway Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in Oslo and discussed the operationalisation of the EFTA and TEPA agreements, while outlining key areas of collaboration between the two countries, including high-tech manufacturing, carbon capture storage, startups, semiconductors, renewable energy, and waste management, among others.

Updated: Feb 18, 2026 08:23 IST

MAHA MedTech Mission aims to position India as global exporter of medical technologies
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Updated: Feb 17, 2026 20:16 IST

"Extremely high quality sessions" MeitY Secy Krishnan says tech titans "extremely impressed by India's AI vision
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Updated: Feb 17, 2026 20:16 IST

Australian delegation of 12 businesses and research bodies joins BioAsia 2026 to forge India partnerships
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Updated: Feb 17, 2026 19:27 IST

Reliance scouts for frontier AI engineering talent at AI Summit to build for Bharat
Reliance is scouting for engineering talent at the India AI Summit 2026 as the company looks to expand its workforce dedicated to building frontier artificial intelligence models. The recruitment effort focuses on high-performing developers capable of handling large-scale platforms and system optimisation.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 19:01 IST

Air India and Lufthansa Group sign MoU to expand India-Europe flight network
Air India and the Lufthansa Group recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create a joint business partnership. This agreement establishes a framework for cooperation between Air India, its subsidiaries like Air India Express, and Lufthansa Group carriers including Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, ITA Airways, Lufthansa, and SWISS.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 18:38 IST

Piyush Goyal highlights 'Bharat GI' brand at India AI Impact Summit 2026; Invites the world to experience Bharat through aroma, flavour, and authenticity
Indian GI Coffee features prominently at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 following the launch of 'Bharat GI', a national umbrella intellectual property initiative.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 18:29 IST

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Updated: Feb 27, 2026 11:51 IST

BMW Ventures Secures RS.36 Crore Fabricated Steel Products Order for (BHEL Project), Marks Strategic Entry into Large-Scale Infrastructure Projects

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 11:50 IST

Getac Brings AI-Powered Rugged Computing Portfolio to India with Launch of Four New Devices

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 11:31 IST

Praveg Limited Receives Letter of Award for Luxury Tourism Project in Meghalaya

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 11:30 IST

WPU Goa Unveils Sustainability-Driven Vision at CXO and Alumni Meet

Updated: Feb 27, 2026 11:17 IST

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Updated: Feb 27, 2026 11:11 IST

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