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.

India-Singapore AI synergy poised to transform healthcare through data and innovation: AWS VP & Head Healthcare Asia

India's vast healthcare data and Singapore's advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities are opening new avenues for collaboration that could accelerate innovation and make healthcare technologies more affordable and globally competitive, Karen Priyadarshini, Vice President and Head of Healthcare - Asia at AWS (Amazon Web Services Singapore Pte Ltd) told ANI today.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 18:28 IST

Embedded AI to move healthcare from hospitals to homes: Industry leaders

The use of embedded artificial intelligence is shifting the focus of medical care from traditional hospital settings directly into the hands of individuals. During the CII-AI Impact Summit, industry leaders highlighted how smart devices and wearables are creating a more proactive health system by providing continuous monitoring and real-time data.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 18:26 IST

Mastercard demonstrates readiness for a new era of AI-powered payments

Mastercard demonstrates readiness for a new era of AI-powered payments as the financial technology sector shifts toward automated, conversational commerce. Speaking to ANI at the sidelines of the India AI Summit 2026, Gautam Aggarwal, President, India & South Asia, Mastercard, stated that the current landscape of digital transactions is transitioning from fragmented app-based interactions to seamless, AI-driven experiences.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 18:24 IST

India transitioning from services to product economy through deep tech, say industry leaders

Industry leaders say India is moving from a services-led economy to a product-driven one as deep technology becomes a major area for investment. Chiratae Ventures Founder and Chairman Sudhir Sethi and India Deep Tech Alliance Chair and Managing Partner of Celesta Capital Arun Kumar believe that every part of the technology sector now holds promise.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 18:20 IST

India must double AI budget to win global Race, says 63SATS Cybertech MD and CEO

He stated that the nation needs defined budgets and should increase those budgets by at least double those of other countries so that India remains in the AI race. He noted, "We need to increase our budgets by at least double those of other countries, so that we are in the AI race."

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 17:27 IST

AI in Fintech reshaping India's financial services ecosystem with Intelligence, Automation: CII

AI-led innovation is reshaping India's financial services ecosystem by driving efficiency, adopting intelligent technology, and deepening market penetration. According the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), artificial intelligence is accelerating the country's fintech transformation and expanding access to previously underserved markets.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 17:27 IST

India has to translate research into products to build deep tech ecosystem: Kris Gopalakrishnan

India needs to translate its research into tangible products and technology to develop a robust deep tech ecosystem and achieve its long-term goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047, Kris Gopalakrishnan, Chairman of Axilor Ventures and Co-Founder of Infosys, said on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 17:23 IST

India only place globally capable of being cybersecurity and AI backbone of world: MiniOrange CEO at AI Summit 2026

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) at the AI Impact Summit 2026 highlighted India's potential to become a central hub for global technological advancements. Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the event, Anirban Mukherji, the Founder and CEO of miniOrange, a cybersecurity company, shared insights into the significance of the ongoing summit.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 16:55 IST

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