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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FMCG companies' margin gains could remain limited despite reporting aggregate revenue growth of about 9 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in the third quarter of FY26, as growth was partly driven by GST-related adjustments, price corrections in key categories, and continued competitive pressure, according to a report by Systematix Group.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 11:23 IST

AI will change way of life; won't lead to job loss instead create jobs of different kinds: Amitabh Kant
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Updated: Feb 17, 2026 11:12 IST

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Updated: Feb 17, 2026 10:56 IST

PhonePe powers 47.19 million merchants with comprehensive Digital Payment Solutions
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Updated: Feb 17, 2026 10:19 IST

Infosys partners with Anthropic to deliver enterprise AI solutions across telecom, financial services, manufacturing
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Updated: Feb 17, 2026 10:09 IST

Sensex down 230 pts, Nifty loses 100 pts in early trade as markets open on cautious note amid US-Iran tensions
The share markets in the country opened on a cautious note on Tuesday amid fresh tensions escalating between the United States and Iran, as the two nations began indirect nuclear talks in Geneva.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 09:35 IST

FM Sitharaman meets Norway's FM, both sides agree to leverage TEPA for Blue, Green economy and investment
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman held a meeting with Norway's Finance Minister Jens Stoltenberg in Oslo and discussed strengthening bilateral economic cooperation, with both sides agreeing to leverage the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), especially in the domains of blue economy, green economy, and investment through sovereign wealth and pension funds.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 08:40 IST

India's textile and apparel exports down by 3.75% in January, outlook improves now with India US interim deal
India's textile and apparel exports registered a decline in January compared with the same period last year, largely due to high tariffs imposed by the United States that remained in force till February 7.

Updated: Feb 17, 2026 08:13 IST

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Updated: Feb 26, 2026 16:16 IST

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Updated: Feb 26, 2026 16:15 IST

Building the Future of Steel: MPK Steels Enhances Capacity with Automation and Solar Expansion

Updated: Feb 26, 2026 16:01 IST

air cargo India Marks its 11th Edition as transport logistic India Debuts in Mumbai

Updated: Feb 26, 2026 16:00 IST

Panchtatva Comes Alive at BBPS Junior's Annual Day Celebration

Updated: Feb 26, 2026 15:52 IST

Kaushalya Logistics Launches Multimodal Operations with First Rake; Pan-India Expansion of New Vertical

Updated: Feb 26, 2026 15:51 IST

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Updated: Feb 26, 2026 15:47 IST

Rustomjee Launches Cliff Tower, a niche Residential Project with ~INR 825 Cr GDV

Updated: Feb 26, 2026 15:42 IST

California Pistachios Spotlight Everyday Protein on World Pistachio Day as India's Mindful Snacking Shift Accelerates

Updated: Feb 26, 2026 15:41 IST

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