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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Promoters continuously selling stakes at high valuations, Nifty 500 ownership slips to historic low: Motilal Oswal
Promoters of companies listed in the Indian stock markets are steadily reducing their stakes, as high valuations and strong investor appetite provided an opportunity to liquidate holdings at elevated levels, according to a report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services.

Updated: Feb 11, 2026 11:46 IST

TSMC approves USD 44.96 billion capital budget to fuel global AI expansion
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Updated: Feb 11, 2026 11:09 IST

US, EU trade deals uphold India's credit profile, bolster BBB+/Stable sovereign rating: CareEdge Ratings
The recently announced trade deals with the United States and the European Union (EU), along with the fiscal policy roadmap outlined in the Union Budget 2026-27, uphold India's (CareEdge Global BBB+/Stable) sovereign credit profile, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings.

Updated: Feb 11, 2026 10:43 IST

Nifty, Sensex open flat in green, analysts expect range-bound movement in absence of fresh triggers
The domestic equity markets entered a consolidation phase on Wednesday after the recent rally driven by the India-US deal, with indices opening flat but registering modest gains amid returning foreign inflows.

Updated: Feb 11, 2026 09:46 IST

Organic ecosystem in India now maturing: Commerce Secretary
The Commerce Secretary emphasised BIOFACH's critical role in positioning Indian organic products in international markets.

Updated: Feb 11, 2026 08:29 IST

Paramount revises offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, adds 25-cent ticking fee amid takeover battle with Netflix
Amid the ongoing takeover battle to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), Paramount has revised and enhanced its offer, adding a 25-cent per share "ticking fee" to strengthen its all-cash bid.

Updated: Feb 11, 2026 08:15 IST

India-EU working on "Fast Track" to operationalise FTA within a year: Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal
Commerce Secretary emphasized that the agreement's impact would extend beyond traditional trade. "Not only trade will grow, but investments also on both sides will grow," he noted.

Updated: Feb 11, 2026 06:31 IST

RCPL acquires Tamil Nadu-based health foods maker Southern Health Foods, adds 'Manna' to portfolio
The addition of Manna further strengthens RCPL's foods and staples portfolio, which includes brands such as Udhaiyam, Independence, and SiL, by building a robust vertical in the growing millet-based foods segment.

Updated: Feb 10, 2026 21:17 IST

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Updated: Feb 24, 2026 13:55 IST

Global Giants Enter India: Australian JG Building Group Secures Landmark MoHUA Infrastructure Project

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 13:46 IST

India's Largest Eye Care Network, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, Unveils Landmark Advanced Eye Hospital at Preet Vihar, New Delhi

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 13:43 IST

IITB-WashU EMBA - Admissions Open for Batch 12

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 13:13 IST

Fractal Launches PiEvolve, an Evolutionary Agentic Engine for Autonomous Machine Learning and Scientific Discovery

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 13:13 IST

Chandigarh University Becomes India's First Private University to Launch a Private Internet Technology Research Lab with India Internet Foundation

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 13:12 IST

Building Brands with Clarity and Conviction Ft. Anindita Gupta and Kunal Singhal on Brand Ki Baat Mumbai Edition

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 13:12 IST

From Aadhaar to the Future of UPI: Bharat Fintech Summit 2026 Maps the Next Phase of India's Fintech Growth

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 13:12 IST

Sting Energy gives Every Six its own Sonic Identity, this Cricket Season

Updated: Feb 24, 2026 13:11 IST

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