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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Uday Kotak appointed Chairman of GIFT City
The terms and conditions of Kotak's appointment will be decided at a later stage.

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 09:19 IST

AI a structural rewrite, not a disruption: NITI Ayog fellow Debjani Ghosh
Debjani Ghosh, a Distinguished Fellow at NITI Aayog and Former President of Nasscom, said India today stands at its most decisive inflection point, as technologies such as AI will require businesses to rewrite their models and platforms.

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 08:56 IST

Munich: Global technology leaders unite to form Trusted Tech Alliance
As many as 16 companies from Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America announced the launch of the Trusted Tech Alliance (TTA), a group of likeminded global technology providers coming together to work across borders, and based on a shared set of principles for a trusted technology stack - from connectivity, cloud infrastructure, and semiconductors to software and AI.

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 08:47 IST

India must shift from growth at scale to productivity for Viksit Bharat 2047: KPMG report
India must shift from growth at scale to growth in productivity as it enters the next phase of its development journey toward Viksit Bharat @2047, according to a February 2026 report by KPMG in India.

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 08:33 IST

AI is another tool, not a threat to India IT services: JP Morgan report
The Nifty IT index is down 10 per cent over the past month, while the broader Nifty index is flat, amid fears that AI advances could disrupt Indian IT services, among other factors.

Updated: Feb 14, 2026 08:00 IST

Over 7 lakh notices, 5.6 lakh restrictions: TRAI tightens grip on spam telemarketers
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has significantly increased its enforcement actions against spam telemarketing in 2025, issuing over 7.3 lakh notices and imposing more than 5.6 lakh communication restrictions on violators, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Communications.

Updated: Feb 13, 2026 23:29 IST

Startup India recognises 2.07 lakh ventures, 21.9 lakh jobs created

The Startup India initiative has officially recognised 2.07 lakh ventures across the country, resulting in the creation of 21.9 lakh direct jobs as of December 31, 2025.

Updated: Feb 13, 2026 22:09 IST

Banks allowed to sponsor pension funds under NPS, it is level playing field: PFRDA Chairman

Having allowed banks to sponsor pension funds under the National Pension System (NPS), Chairman of the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) Sivasubramanian Ramann, has said that the playing field is level for all sponsors, including Asset Management Companies.

Updated: Feb 13, 2026 21:43 IST

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Updated: Feb 25, 2026 15:47 IST

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Updated: Feb 25, 2026 15:14 IST

C. U Shah University's Convocation Ceremony concluded at Wadhwan, Surendranagar

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 15:12 IST

Marathon Realty Launches 'The Nirvana Collection' at Nexzone, Marking Final Premium Phase of Its Panvel Township

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 15:00 IST

Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur Honors Childhood Cancer Warriors on International Childhood Cancer Day 2026

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 14:58 IST

IIM Lucknow Launches Empower: Leadership Programme for Women Professionals to Shape Future-Ready Leaders

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 14:57 IST

Annapurna Finance Raises USD 100 Million through Syndicated Multi-Currency Social Loan Facility

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 14:42 IST

A Boy from Ahmedabad to U.S. City Leadership: Mazhar Aslam Kathi Appointed to Salt Lake City Mayor's Business Advisory Board

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 14:42 IST

Ferrero India Unveils the Iconic Nutella® Coffee Table Book by Assouline

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 14:42 IST

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