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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Silver import surges 128.95% in terms of value during Apr-Dec, gold by 1.83%: Govt Data
Longer-term trends indicate a structural shift in India's gold imports, with value rising sharply over time while volumes have stagnated or declined. Gold import value increased from USD 32.91 billion in FY19 to USD 58.01 billion in FY25, a 76 per cent rise over six years.

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 17:17 IST

In talks with over 30 countries on technical and legal solutions for deepfakes: Ashwini Vaishnaw
He was addressing a fireside conversation titled 'Rewarding Our Creative Future in the Age of AI' at the India AI Impact Summit with Charles Rivkin Chairman and CEO Motion Picture Association.

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 16:58 IST

Exports, imports rise in January; India trade deficit nearly doubles
India's overall exports, merchandise and services combined, increased by 13.16 per cent year-on-year to USD 80.45 billion in January 2026, compared with USD 71.09 billion in January 2025, according to data released by the Commerce Ministry on Monday.

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 16:57 IST

AI should reduce burden on our health care workforce: MoHFW Secretary
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into India's healthcare framework is poised to revolutionise service delivery by bridging critical gaps and reducing the burden on the medical workforce. A core objective of the national AI strategy is to support rather than replace human intervention.

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 16:44 IST

India faces over 3,100 weekly cyber-attacks as AI drives new security shift: Report
The education sector has emerged as the most targeted industry in India, bearing the brunt of the onslaught with 7,684 weekly attacks per organisation. Other sectors also face intense pressure, with the government sector seeing 4,912 weekly attacks and business services 3,747.

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 16:00 IST

EaseMyTrip shares hit 20% upper circuit after Rs 500 crore capital raise announcement
At day's closing, the shares of the company traded at Rs 7.93, remaining at the upper circuit level. The upper circuit is the highest possible price that the stock of a publicly-listed firm can trade at on that particular day.

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 15:50 IST

UPI preferred mode of transaction at 57%, surpassing cash at 38%: Survey
Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has emerged as the most preferred mode of transaction, accounting for 57 per cent, surpassing cash transactions at 38 per cent, primarily due to ease of use and instant fund transfer capability, according to a survey.

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 15:37 IST

Anthropic opens Bengaluru office, announces India partnerships
The company stated that India is "home to a developer community doing some of the most technically intense AI work we see anywhere." According to the announcement, nearly half of Claude usage in India involves computer and mathematical tasks such as building applications and modernising systems. Anthropic also reported that its run-rate revenue in the country has doubled since October 2025.

Updated: Feb 16, 2026 15:34 IST

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Updated: Feb 26, 2026 14:41 IST

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The Jaipur Kurti Revolution: How Nandani Creation is Scaling Heritage into a 100-Crore Powerhouse

Updated: Feb 26, 2026 14:37 IST

Monica Shah of JADE by MK creates a historic, no-fabric Lehenga worth 1 Crore for bride Shweana V Salgaocar

Updated: Feb 26, 2026 14:17 IST

Truecaller Partners With Integrated Media Tech to Accelerate Direct Sales Footprint Across Bharat

Updated: Feb 26, 2026 14:02 IST

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Updated: Feb 26, 2026 14:01 IST

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Updated: Feb 26, 2026 14:01 IST

School Students Complete Gen-i Industry Internship; YuviPep Student Innovators Reach Dubai Summit

Updated: Feb 26, 2026 13:46 IST

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Updated: Feb 26, 2026 13:42 IST

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