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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Benign commodity prices pull down January thali cost: Crisil report
The cost of home-cooked vegetarian (veg) and non-vegetarian (nonveg) thalis declined 1 per cent and 7 per cent year-on-year, respectively, amid benign commodity prices in January, according to 'Roti Rice Rate' report of Crisil Intelligence.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 14:38 IST

We will make affordability, last-mile delivery, India's cutting edge through FTAs: Piyush Goyal

In a message to the startups, he said the world is your market, and the "world is your stage now." "I wish you the best for the wonderful work that you're doing. We'll be able to make affordability and last mile delivery India's cutting edge," he said. Praising the Indian startups, Goyal said, "Seeing our innovators work with a sense of patriotism gives us complete confidence that India is on the right path towards the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047."

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 14:38 IST

SEBI prioritises reducing regulatory costs to enhance market competitiveness
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is prioritising the reduction of compliance burdens and regulatory costs to enhance the competitiveness of the Indian securities market. This focus on cost efficiency aims to improve access to finance across all productive sectors while maintaining the core objectives of market regulation.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 12:43 IST

Data-driven governance and research critical for resilient securities markets: SEBI Chairman
When governed well and responsibly shared, data can support policy design, supervision, as well as risk assessment, said SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey. He stated that the objective of improving data accessibility is to boost high-quality research across the securities market ecosystem.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 11:45 IST

India's agri export to US on set to Jump as 75% of export items now enjoy Zero Tariff in US: SBI Report
India's export to the United States on agricultural commodities is set to witness a significant jump as 75 per cent of such exports will now be at zero tariff, according to a report by SBI.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 10:20 IST

Nifty, Sensex open in Red, market to stay range-bound with positive undertone: Experts
Selling pressure returned to the Indian stock markets on Thursday as both benchmark indices opened in the red amid the absence of any fresh trigger, even as foreign investors continued to show positive interest in the markets.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 09:37 IST

Piyush Goyal holds talks with Export Promotion Councils to leverage opportunities from trade deals
Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal held discussions with representatives of various Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) and industry associations to deliberate on leveraging opportunities emerging from recently concluded trade deals.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 08:32 IST

India's trade surplus with US may cross USD 90 billion within a year after India-US deal: SBI Report
India's trade surplus with the United States may cross USD 90 billion annually, supported by a sharp rise in exports and higher import potential, according to a report by SBI.

Updated: Feb 12, 2026 08:19 IST

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Updated: Feb 24, 2026 17:05 IST

Shri Ramayan Prachar Samiti Trust Concludes Its 14th Annual Holi Festival with Laughter, Devotion, and Heartfelt Togetherness

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 16:33 IST

La Mentora Empowers Over 1,200 Class 10 Students Through Motivational, Career Counselling and Road Safety Awareness Program in Miryalaguda

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 16:26 IST

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Updated: Feb 24, 2026 16:18 IST

Asian Paints Unveils 'Moonlit Silk', the Colour of the Year 2026

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 16:16 IST

Kauvery Hospital, Salem Achieves Major Milestone by Successfully Removing a Life-Threatening Airway Tumour

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 16:15 IST

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Updated: Feb 24, 2026 16:14 IST

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Updated: Feb 24, 2026 16:10 IST

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