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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Risk-based interventions prevent Rs 1,400 Crore in telecom frauds; Jyotiraditya Scindia highlights measures undertaken and major outcomes in reducing telecom frauds
Union Minister of Communications and Development of the Northeastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, informed the Parliament that risk-based interventions and the Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP) prevented potential financial frauds amounting to over Rs 1,400 crore.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 18:15 IST

Lok Sabha passes Industrial Relations Code (Amendment) Bill to prevent possible misinterpretation
The amendment seeks to avoid any future unwarranted complications regarding the continuity of three laws that were replaced by the Industrial Relations Code of 2020. These are the Trade Unions Act, 1926; the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946; and the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, which relate to trade unions, industrial employment, and industrial disputes.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 17:58 IST

Rolls-Royce looking to scale up India investment; Potential for 10,000 jobs and expanded supply chain
Rolls-Royce announced its intention to significantly scale up its business operations in India to support future programs across the defence, civil aviation, and energy sectors. The expansion aims to make India a strategic home market for the company, aligning with national goals for security, energy resilience, and infrastructure development. Success in these potential business opportunities could support approximately 10,000 jobs and lead to a tenfold increase in local supply chain sourcing from the country.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 16:58 IST

CPI inflation for January recorded at 2.75% under new base year

Under the new arrangement, the base year has been revised from 2012 to 2024 using Household Consumption Expenditure Survey 2023-24. Further, now there are 12 Divisions in place of 6 Groups in accordance to Classification of Individual Consumption According to Purpose (COICOP) 2018. The year-on-year inflation rate based on All India Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI) for the month of January is recorded at 2.13% (Provisional).

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 16:31 IST

Heavy selling in IT weighs down Indian stock indices
Indian stock indices dipped Thursday, weighed down by a nosedive in IT counters, with analysts attributing it to mounting concerns over AI-led disruptions.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 16:06 IST

NBFC-MFIs commands 41.6% of microfinance loan portfolio; banks' share declines
In contrast, banks saw their portfolio share decline from 32.7% in December 2024 to 26.6% in December 2025, it said. The report said that while banks posted 13.4% QoQ growth in originations value in Q3 FY26, their overall share in disbursements fell from 36.7% in Q3 FY25 to 26% in Q3 FY26. NBFC-MFIs led originations with a 45.1% share in Q3 FY26, reflecting sustained gains in market positioning.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 15:09 IST

India will also get zero duty access on textiles, similar to Bangladesh: Piyush Goyal
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday addressed concerns that the Indian textiles industry would be hit by duty differentials vis-a-vis Bangladesh after the neighbouring country signed a deal with the US.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 14:53 IST

Manufacturing sits as engine of growth for India's ambition of USD 35 trillion economy by 2047
Recognising this importance, the Union Budget 2026-27 has reinforced support for manufacturing through targeted measures focusing on investment incentives, innovation, infrastructure development, and industrial ecosystem strengthening, it added. Building on the three defined Kartavyas , the manufacturing sector is poised to drive India's growth, employment generation, export competitiveness, and long-term economic transformation.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 14:42 IST

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Sterling Hospitals' Sindhubhavan Unit Spearheads Major Cancer Awareness Walkathon with Rotary Club

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 18:06 IST

Zenith Global Limited Announces Global Expansion Plan Under the Leadership of Chairman Hari Shankar Tibrewal

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 18:05 IST

Devkinandan Thakur Ji Maharaj and Bada Business Founder Dr Vivek Bindra Unveil SPL Trophy

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 18:02 IST

Indore Plastic Industry Strengthens Policy and Infrastructure Push; Industry Leader Sachin Bansal Highlights Modernization Drive

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 17:56 IST

Sapaad to Showcase AI-Powered Restaurant Tech at AAHAR 2026

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 17:50 IST

Navneet AI and IIT Gandhinagar Announce Landmark MoU to Strengthen AI Education in India

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 17:32 IST

Nakli Yash Mehta Announces International Festival Recognition and Appointment as Creative Head at Cinemaan Production

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 17:30 IST

Star Health Launches 32 Arogya Seva Kendras; to Provide Primary Healthcare Access to over a Million Lives

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 17:13 IST

Nasuni Scales Hyderabad R&D to Strengthen its Enterprise File Data Platform for Teams and AI

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 17:12 IST

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