US Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau will visit New Delhi this week for the Raisina Dialogue 2026, holding high-level talks focused on defence, trade, multilateral cooperation and strengthening bilateral ties amid evolving regional and global challenges.
While flight operations were completely shut off after West Asian countries began closing their airspace since Saturday, as the US and Israel attacked Iran, the situation has improved a little after airlines like Emirates, flydubai and Etihad started operating some special flights from Monday
Escalating Middle East conflict threatens oil supply routes and inflation, with Brent crude volatility likely to test India’s external balance and fiscal levers, but near-term supply is intact, says brokerage.
According to the data released by the National Statistics Office, the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) rose 4.8 per cent in January 2026, compared with 5.2 per cent growth in January 2025
Services exports jump over 10%; electronics and defence shipments gain momentum as India navigates global trade headwinds
Sensex fell 1,048.34 points, or 1.29 per cent, to settle at 80,238.85 after a volatile session. The broader Nifty 50 declined 312.95 points, or 1.24 per cent, to close at 24,865.70
Canada's Cameco will supply nearly 22 million pounds of uranium ore concentrate to India over a nine-year period beginning 2027 and running through 2035
The HSBC India Manufacturing PMI, compiled by S&P Global, rose to 56.9 in February from 55.4 in January, signalling a marked improvement in operating conditions
Official data showed total net GST revenue stood at Rs 1,61,014 crore in February 2026, compared with Rs 1,49,278 crore in the same month last year
Indian equity benchmarks opened sharply lower on Monday, with the BSE Sensex plunging over 1,000 points in early trade amid broad-based selling across sectors
From playful stick duels to flower‑petal showers, Holi across India hides stunning regional traditions that go far beyond colours. For travellers and culture lovers, these lesser-known traditions reveal how Holi is as much about community memory as it is about play.
The Indian rupee and government bonds will kick off the last month of the financial year under pressure as the breakout of conflict in the Middle East sparked a sharp jump in oil prices and soured risk appetite in global markets
Airspace closures across West Asia led to major disruptions at Indira Gandhi International Airport, leaving passengers stranded amid widespread delays and cancellations on international routes
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Sunday said the Centre was making continuous efforts to ensure the safe return of Indians stranded amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, describing the situation as "volatile".
A richly researched special edition book traces the Prime Minister’s journey from Vadnagar to the world stage
At Rising Bharat Summit 2026, Pernod Ricard India CEO Jean Touboul explains how India’s alcobev market is entering a new growth phase driven by young legal-age consumers, premiumisation, and rising demand from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, as it overtakes United Spirits Limited by value amid heating competition
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said India has discovered its inherent strength in the last 12 years and, following this rising self confidence, developed nations are coming forward to sign trade deals with the country.
PM Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Israel was a success, with the two sides committing to a free trade deal and pacts on defence, tech and AI. We explain the importance of this relationship and more in our weekly wrap
At the News18 Rising Bharat Summit, PM Modi linked national resurgence to “strength within,” highlighting economic reforms, digital leadership, and India’s emerging role in technology while sharply criticising Congress for blind opposition and politicising the AI Summit
At Rising Bharat Summit 2026, Mercedes-Benz India outlined its value-led growth strategy, record 2025 revenue, localisation push, and views on the India-EU FTA. CEO Santosh Iyer also compared India and China’s auto markets, highlighting why India is emerging as a key global pillar for Mercedes
PM Modi on Friday said India’s expanding global stature and economic confidence have prompted developed nations to actively pursue trade agreements with the country, calling it a sign of an “Aatmanirbhar and Aatmavishwaasi Bharat”
Manufacturing, festive demand lift December quarter; growth outpaces Reuters poll forecast of 7.2%
India is moving from fast 5G rollout to shaping global 6G standards, Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia told Network18. With SIM binding rules for OTT apps, satellite internet expansion, and spectrum planning, New Delhi is tightening cybersecurity while aiming to lead next-gen telecom technology
Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers, Kolkata, Anjadip is a state-of-the-art vessel specifically designed to address the challenges of the "littoral combat environment", coastal and shallow waters vital for the nation's security
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri says IMEC was discussed extensively during Modi-Netanyahu talks, noting regional tensions impact progress. PM Modi links West Asia stability to India’s security and reiterates support for dialogue and the Gaza Peace Plan.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi concludes his historic Israel visit after nine years, elevating India-Israel relations to a special strategic partnership and signing 27 agreements in AI, innovation, manufacturing and cultural cooperation.
PM Modi in Israel: At the Israeli Parliament, PM Modi expressed India’s backing for the Gaza peace initiative, describing it as a step toward lasting and fair peace in the region. He also denounced Hamas’ October 7 attack on Israel
PM Modi is currently on a two-day official visit to Israel, with a visit to the Yad Vashem and key talks with Isaac Herzog and Benjamin Netanyahu on his agenda today
The Canadian Prime Minister will depart for Mumbai at 10:00 am Ottawa time (8:30 pm IST). This would be his first visit to India as PM
Day 1 of PM Narendra Modi’s visit to Israel was all about the bonhomie that he shares with Benjamin Netanyahu. The two world leaders shared warm hugs and laughs, lavished praise on one another and even carpooled. The Israeli leader even donned a ‘Modi jacket’, surprising his Indian counterpart