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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Cabinet approves Rs 1 lakh crore fund to overhaul Indian cities
The new fund signals a major change in how the government finances city development. Instead of relying solely on government grants, cities will now be encouraged to raise money from the market and private investors. The government stated that this represents a "paradigm shift in India's urban development approach from grant-based financing to market-linked, reform-driven and outcome-oriented infrastructure creation."

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 14:14 IST

"Trade deals a game changer for India's progress," says Piyush Goyal on India's 9 FTAs
Today, nearly 70 per cent of global trade markets are open to India, where preferential access has been ensured through Free Trade Agreements (FTAs). This means India now receives special advantages compared to other countries. Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal shared this during a press conference on the #ViksitBharatBudget, highlighting that India has concluded 9 FTAs with 38 developed countries. These agreements are a key part of the plan to make India self-reliant and a developed nation by 2047.

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 14:03 IST

Union Cabinet approves extension of Noida Metro's Aqua Line
In a major boost to urban connectivity in the National Capital Region (NCR), the Union Cabinet has approved the extension of the Noida Metro's Aqua Line from Botanical Garden to Noida Sector 142.

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 13:35 IST

Union Cabinet clears strategic rail-cum-road tunnel under river Brahmaputra
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, yesterday has approved the construction of a 4-lane access-controlled greenfield connectivity from Gohpur on NH-15 to Numaligarh on 715 section, including 15.79 Km of Road cum Rail Tunnel under the River Brahmaputra.

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 13:10 IST

Cabinet approves railway multitracking projects across Delhi, Haryana, Maharashtra, Karnataka
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, yesterday has approved three projects of Ministry of Railways with total cost of about Rs 18,509 crore.

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 13:00 IST

India's AI ambitions rooted in intent to build truly inclusive ecosystem: MeitY secretary
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a general-purpose technology whose true value lies in the breadth of its societal impact, said S Krishnan Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 12:52 IST

AvenuesAI reports 122% revenue surge in Q3, raises full-year guidance
AvenuesAI posts record quarterly performance as AI-powered transaction platform pivot gains traction

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 11:26 IST

Commerce secy Rajesh Agrawal holds key bilateral meetings ahead of WTO Ministerial Conference
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal held a series of high-level bilateral meetings with senior trade diplomats at the World Trade Organization (WTO), focusing on preparations for the upcoming 14th WTO Ministerial Conference (MC14) in Yaounde, Cameroon. The discussions underscored India's emphasis on purposeful multilateralism, WTO reform, and addressing pressing global trade challenges.

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 11:03 IST

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M3M India's GIC (Gurgaon International City) Records Rs. 2,000 Crore Phase 1 Sales; Inventory Sold Out in 3 Days

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 16:51 IST

From Minds to Machines: India's top CEOs and CHROs chart the AI-Led talent blueprint at ET NexTech Human Capital Summit 2026

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 16:50 IST

Arya's Cred AI Advances Credit Underwriting Toward Context-Driven Intelligence

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 16:50 IST

Dramebaaj's Vision to Turn AI-Powered Creativity into Scalable Creator Businesses

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 16:50 IST

US Cranberries Hosts Special Event with Global Brand Ambassador Chef Vikas Khanna

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 16:50 IST

Budgeting After Disbursal of an Online Personal Loan

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 16:49 IST

Novatr Announces Admissions for Computational Design Programme; Batch Closes March 6

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 16:48 IST

BPTP Enters Joint Development for 11 Acre Residential Project in Surajkund, Faridabad

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 15:48 IST

Sloan Affirms India as Central to Global Strategy; Outlines Future Investment and Expansion

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 15:48 IST

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