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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Piyush Goyal credits 2014 reforms as foundation for India's trillion-dollar tech and energy ambitions
Speaking at the Launch of NITI Frontier Tech Hub's Roadmap on India's Technology Services, Piyush Goyal noted that, during Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's tenure, the government made a conscious decision to stay out of the industry's way, allowing businesses to flourish independently. He described this non-interventionist approach as one of India's key success stories.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 21:10 IST

Piyush Goyal meets Lenovo, Carrier leaders to deepen localisation opportunities

Earlier in the day, the minister also interacted with startups at the INDovation MedTech Innovation & Startup Showcase and felicitated the winners of the INDovation Program.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 20:09 IST

CPI base year revision to help monetary, fiscal policy decision making: CEA Anantha Nageswaran
Chief Economic Advisor Anantha Nageswaran on Thursday said that the Consumer Price Index, based on the revised base year, will improve the quality of monetary and fiscal policy decisions.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 19:39 IST

Corporate earnings growth of 10-15% expected in 2026, may underpin Indian equities: Franklin Templeton India President
Speaking to ANI, Franklin Templeton India, led by President Avinash Satwalekar, on Thursday, expressed a constructive outlook for Indian equities in 2026, driven by an expected recovery in corporate earnings, 10-15 per cent in 2026 and to improve further in 2027, after a "pretty rough going" year for Indian equity markets.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 19:37 IST

G Kishan Reddy launches 2nd tranche of Exploration Licence blocks
Union Minister for Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy on Thursday launched the 2nd tranche of auction of Exploration Licence (EL) blocks, marking another significant step towards strengthening India's mineral exploration ecosystem.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 19:26 IST

India revises CPI base to 2024, food share in household spending declines, says MOSPI Secy

India has revised the base year of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) to 2024 from 2012 to reflect changes in consumption patterns, improved data sources and updated methodologies, Secretary, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MOSPI), Saurabh Garg, said today.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 19:22 IST

"Centre's funds not free pool of cash...": Nirmala Sitharaman in Rajya Sabha refuses to "squander" these public funds simply to meet artificial deadlines
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday defended the Union Budget 2026-27 in Rajya Sabha, emphasising that government funds are "hard-earned contributions of every Indian citizen", not a "free pool of cash."

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 18:56 IST

Customs duty cut on aircraft parts announced in Budget 2026 to reduce cost of maintenance: Boeing
Boeing welcomed the government's decision to remove the 7.5%-15% basic customs duty on components and parts used in the manufacture of civilian aircraft, calling it a transformative step for the sector. This move is expected to reduce manufacturing costs by 5-7% and support local players such as Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) and MRO providers.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 18:40 IST

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Digant Sharma Joins Serb Aviation Pvt Ltd as Advisor to Drive Strategic Growth, Investment and Expansion

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 10:57 IST

Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals Launches Varian Edge® Radiosurgery System with Hyperarc Technology, Advancing Precision Cancer Care

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 10:56 IST

Adrish and Satvyk Build India's First Clean Food and Zero-Waste Retail Infrastructure

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 10:45 IST

World's Most Powerful Water Blaster Brand SPYRA Debuts in India on Instamart Just in Time for Holi

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 10:37 IST

McDonald's India (W&S) Celebrates Protein Week, Encourages Everyday Protein Choices

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 10:29 IST

Planning for M.Tech in 2026? CEPT University Opens Admissions for Future Architects, Construction and Infrastructure Professionals

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 10:28 IST

DoveRunner Expands Presence in Southeast Asia with New Office in Jakarta

Updated: Feb 25, 2026 10:22 IST

Khalnayak Returns' Confirmed: Aspect Production Secures Sequel with Sanjay Dutt

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 18:27 IST

IIRIS signs MoU with NLU, Jodhpur to form IIRIS Chair of Infosec and Forensic Society

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 18:07 IST

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