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India stands tall in shaky world economy as Fitch lifts FY26 growth view to 7.5%
March 14, 2026
India’s economy is likely to grow 7.5% in the fiscal year ending March 2026, faster than 7.4% …
India's economy is poised for robust growth, with Fitch Ratings projecting 7.5% expansion for …
Despite a recent slowdown, resilience persists, supported by services and infrastructure …
Business Standard
LPG production up 30%, fuel supply stable, says govt amid West Asia crisis
March 14, 2026
LPG output has risen 30 per cent and people are urged not to panic buy fuel: Govt
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas says the country’s refining capacity and inventories are …
India has a crude oil refining capacity of 258 million metric tonnes, and domestic refineries …
The Economic Times
Passenger vehicle dispatches rise 10.6% in February to 4,17,705 units: SIAM
March 14, 2026
Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches from companies to dealers rose 10.6 per cent year-on-year …
Two-wheeler sales rose 35.2 per cent to 18,71,406 units last month as against 13,84,605 units …
Growth in PV sales last month was driven mainly by utility vehicles, which clocked a growth of …
Business Standard
West Asia conflict unlikely to dent India's macro outlook: Economists
March 14, 2026
India’s strong economic fundamentals are helping cushion the impact of the West Asia conflict: …
Analysts note that a short-lived energy price spike from the West Asia conflict is unlikely to …
Economists believe any short-term spike in oil prices is unlikely to significantly disrupt …
Business Standard
India to get safe passage for ships via Strait of Hormuz soon: Iran envoy
March 14, 2026
One of the 28 Indian-flagged ships in the Strait of Hormuz, Jag Prakash, carrying petrol, was …
India engages Iran to ensure Hormuz transit for ships amid LPG supply concerns: Report
Iranian Ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali says it’s a “good news” on Tehran allowing the …
The Times of India
Refining relations: India pumps up goodwill as neighbours seek emergency fuel
March 14, 2026
India is responding to urgent fuel requests from Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. These …
Several countries in the subcontinent have reached out to India seeking additional fuel as the …
India, a major refiner, is assessing its domestic needs before deciding on exports. This …
News18
PM Kisan 22nd Installment Date: PM Modi Releases Rs 18,640 Crore For Over 9.32 Crore Farmers
March 14, 2026
PM Modi released the 22nd instalment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme in Guwahati, Assam, …
Under the PM Kisan scheme, eligible farmers get Rs 2,000 every four months, which is Rs 6,000 …
Under the PM Kisan scheme, The money is provided to eligible farmers each year in three …
News18
'Listen To Nehru': PM Modi Accuses Congress Of Spreading Misinformation During War
March 14, 2026
PM Modi accused the Congress of spreading misinformation and falsehoods during the ongoing war …
PM Modi urged the members of Congress party to listen to former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru’…
While the BJP-led NDA government is working towards supporting farmers and achieving self-…
Business Standard
Credit growth rises to 14.5% in Feb 28 fortnight; deposits expand 12%
March 14, 2026
Growth in bank credit accelerated in the fortnight ended February 28 while deposit increase …
Bank credit grew 14.5% Y-o-Y during the fortnight as against 13.6% expansion recorded in the …
In the fortnight ended January 31, credit growth had reached 14.6 per cent and deposit …
The Economic Times
Iran's Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi says conversation between Indian and Iranian leadership 'successful'
March 14, 2026
The Indian and Iranian leadership held a "good and successful" conversation amid the developing …
We sent a lot of reports to Iran that all Indian brothers and sisters, regardless of religion, …
India is the land of justice, wisdom, culture and civilisation: Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi
Business Standard
Lok Sabha approves ₹2.81 trn gross additional expenditure in FY26
March 14, 2026
The fiscal deficit for the current financial year (2025-26) will be within the Revised …
In RE 2025-26, the fiscal deficit has been estimated at par with the Budget Estimates of 2025-…
There is no increase in expenditure beyond the BE of 2025-26 due to the second supplementary: …
The New Indian Express
Govt creates Rs1 lakh crore economic stabilisation fund to tackle global headwinds
March 14, 2026
The government has created a Rs 1 lakh crore economic stabilisation fund to build fiscal …
Rs. 57,382 crore has been earmarked for the economic stabilisation fund to ensure fiscal …
The government is preparing to tackle challenges arising from supply chain disruptions, …
Business Standard
New labour codes drive faster growth in group life insurance premiums
March 14, 2026
Growth in group life insurance business outpaced growth in individual premiums, hinting at …
In the April–February period of FY26, group life insurance business saw 16.7% Y-o-Y growth to …
Insurance growth in the group segment was partly supported by revised labour codes that include …
Times Now
Raisina Dialogue Shows What Davos Should Be, Says Former Australian PM Tony Abbott, Praises PM Modi's Leadership
March 14, 2026
Former Australian PM Tony Abbott praised India's Raisina Dialogue, calling it an example of …
PM Modi has shown the ability to listen as well as lead despite being one of the most powerful …
At every Raisina dialogue so far, Prime Minister Modi has set the example, attending the …
Business Standard
Homegrown brands sneak in larger share amid rising craze and demand
March 14, 2026
India’s sneaker culture is no longer confined to global brands or sneakerheads hunting for …
Adoption of sneakers and casual footwear is growing across age groups in India’s population, as …
GenZ is playing an important role in shaping trends and accelerating demand, particularly …
Business Standard
India's crude supply secure, LPG production increased: Hardeep Puri
March 13, 2026
According to Hardeep Singh Puri, Domestic LPG production surged by a 28% within just five days
According to Hardeep Singh Puri, Non-Hormuz energy sourcing reached a record 70% to ensure …
India secured crude volumes that exceed what the disrupted state of Hormuz could have delivered …
Business World
India’s Agri, Processed Food Exports Cross Rs 5 lakh Crore: Piyush Goyal
March 13, 2026
India’s exports of agricultural and processed food products have crossed Rs 5 lakh crore …
Farmers, fishermen, and food processors across the country have contributed significantly to …
International exhibitions such as AAHAR provide an important platform for connecting Indian …
The Economic Times
IEA's record oil release will ease pressure, say Indian refiners
March 13, 2026
Global markets will benefit from the release of 400 million barrels of strategic oil
Union minister Hardeep Puri told Parliament that crude supplies from non-Hormuz routes are …
According to Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, India is also encouraging LPG consumers to …
The Times Of india
Government sparing no effort to minimise war fallout on citizens, opposition spreading fear, says PM Modi
March 13, 2026
India’s strategic fuel storage capacity has reached a magnificent 50 lakh tonne now, told by PM …
According to PM Modi, India has become one of the biggest refining hubs in the world
Proactive measures are ensuring that national development remains on a high-growth path, PM Modi
The Economic Times
Ai+ Smartphone signs manufacturing pact with Optiemus Electronics
March 13, 2026
Ai+ and Optiemus will invest ₹125 crore in domestic manufacturing over the next five years
The partnership between Ai+ and Optiemus is set to create 1,200 direct and indirect jobs in India
Optiemus Electronics will manufacture 3 million Ai+ mobile devices
ANI News
India market "relatively resilient" compared to its Asian peers as energy, supply shocks loom amid West Asia conflict, says Natixis economist
March 13, 2026
India remains relatively resilient compared to Asian peers during market sell-offs: Economist
Remittances from 9 million citizens in the Middle East bolster India’s GDP by 1.2 per cent: …
Strong subsidies system in India shield the public from rising agricultural input costs: Economist
The Hindu
V. O. C. Port becomes first port in India to launch Digital Twin initiative
March 13, 2026
V. O. Chidambaranar Port Authority has achieved a major technological milestone by becoming the …
The Digital Twin platform provides real time operational monitoring, providing live …
In a major step toward smart, efficient and technology driven maritime management, the Digital …
News On Air
India facilitates export of 25 metric tonnes of Assam’s GI-tagged Joha Rice to UK and Italy
March 13, 2026
Union Minister Piyush Goyal said that India has facilitated the export of 25 metric tonnes of …
Joha Rice, known for its rich nutritional value and unique heritage, became a Geographical …
The Modi Government’s continued efforts has significantly expanded India’s agricultural exports,…
The Economic Times
93% of workforce at India’s GCCs is Gen Z and millennial: Report
March 13, 2026
India continues to strengthen its position as the global hub for Global Capability Centres (GCCs)…
GCCs are no more IT support centres, but global hubs delivering high-value work across …
GCCs demonstrate a stronger inclusion profile, with women comprising one in three employees, …
ANI News
Indian Railways strengthens parcel freight logistics with new app and infrastructure boost
March 13, 2026
Indian Railways has successfully commissioned 128 Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals to date
A massive ₹14,500 crore is allocated for terminal upgrades over a three-year period by Indian …
The Joint Parcel Product - Rapid Cargo Service (JPP-RCS) initiative generated a remarkable ₹56 …
The Times Of india
Over 10k women rescued from 7 Gulf countries in 5 yrs, RS told
March 13, 2026
A total of 10,489 Indian women trapped or facing trafficking issues in seven Gulf countries …
Since 2025, the government has initiated the process of establishing one-stop centres in …
88 stranded Indian women in Oman are awaiting repatriation to India and were lodged at the one …
The Economic Times
Centre approves 104 projects worth ₹271 crore for 6G tech research: Pemmasani
March 13, 2026
The government has approved 104 projects worth ₹271 crore for research and development of 6G …
The government has released the Bharat 6G Vision Document in March 2023, outlining India's …
The government has taken several measures under the Bharat 6G Mission to promote indigenous …
Business Standard
India becomes Hettich's second-largest market as firm expands manufacturing
March 13, 2026
Hettich India has inaugurated its manufacturing facility in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, further …
Most of the furniture products manufactured by Hettich in India are for the Indian market and …
Hettich’s Indore facility, its first dedicated undermount drawer runner manufacturing unit in …
The Financial Express
Indian Railways punctuality hits 77%: How ‘rolling blocks’ and automation are fixing the delay crisis
March 13, 2026
The on-time performance of trains improved from 73.62% in 2023–24 to 77.12% in 2024–25, …
Progress in deep screening has steadily improved, rising from 9,985 track kilometres in 2020–21 …
Indian Railways has adopted both short-term and long-term strategies to strengthen the …
ANI News
"India consistently supported us in crisis": Ex-President of Maldives, Mohamed Nasheed
March 13, 2026
India assisted Maldives during several crises, including the 1988 coup, the tsunami, the water …
India's support during critical periods has been fundamental to the stability and security of …
India was among the first nations to respond to the devastating tsunami, providing immediate …
ANI News
Indian Railways deploys advanced AI, Machine Learning for enhanced safety and efficiency
March 13, 2026
Indian Railways is enhancing its safety and operational efficiency through the deployment of …
Indian Railways has adopted the Rail Tech Policy and a portal (https://railtech.indianrailways.…
An MoU has been signed between Indian Railways (IR) and DFCCIL to induct four (04) MVIS over …
News18
PM Modi Speaks To Iran's President, Conveys Concerns Over Escalating Hostilities, Safety Of Indians
March 13, 2026
PM Narendra Modi spoke to Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian to discuss the ongoing war in West …
The Indian leadership has repeatedly asserted the importance of dialogue and diplomacy to …
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian briefed Prime Minister Modi on the current situation in Iran …
News18
‘India considers us a friend, Modi’s stance during the war is the best’: Iran acknowledges India’s global influence
March 13, 2026
PM Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held a phone conversation. During this …
The Iranian President appreciated India’s balanced and constructive stance on the international …
India’s position on the Iran war has remained balanced. India advocates peace
The Statesman
World looking to India with hope amid global crises: PM Modi at NXT Summit
March 13, 2026
India is increasingly being viewed as a pivotal force in shaping the future of the global …
The world is passing through a difficult phase, but India is moving ahead fast and steadily: PM Modi
Our resolve is clear — citizens should not face any problems due to wars in different parts of …
News X
NXT Summit 2026: PM Modi Says India’s Ability To Overcome Crisis ‘Increased Exponentially’ During COVID-19, Urges Unity Amid Global Challenges
March 13, 2026
We’ve seen during the COVID-19 pandemic that when everyone works together, the country’s …
At the NXT Summit in New Delhi, PM Modi highlighted the importance of unity, calmness and …
Today, the country faces another challenge, and we must work together to meet it. We must …
DD News
Indian Railways renews 54,600 km of tracks since 2014, boosting speed potential and safety
March 12, 2026
Since 2014, Indian Railways has renewed 54,600 km of tracks, a major push to improve track …
Over 80% of the railway network can now support speeds of 110 kmph or more, up from about 40% …
Railway tracks capable of 130 kmph+ speeds have more than tripled, rising from 5,036 km in 2014 …
The Economic Times
Job postings in India remain 84% above pre-pandemic levels: Report
March 12, 2026
Job postings in India rose 3.3% in January 2026 and remain 84% above pre-pandemic levels, with …
Career growth and upskilling are top priorities for job seekers in 2026, with 69% prioritising …
AI-related job postings are rising quickly, with 55% of occupational categories now referencing …
DD News
India’s annual food exports nearing Rs 5 lakh crore mark: Piyush Goyal
March 12, 2026
Over the past 11 years, from 2014 to 2025, India’s agri and food exports have grown …
The nine FTAs concluded by India have opened access to 38 developed and prosperous countries, …
While negotiating FTAs, the government has carefully safeguarded the interests of domestic …
The Economic Times
Public sector banks still ahead of private peers in credit growth
March 12, 2026
PSBs achieved a remarkable loan growth of 17-28% YoY, reaching a 54.4% market share
State-run banks saw net profits soar by 17.5% to ₹55,000 crore in the December term
A strong credit-to-deposit ratio of 81.7% provides ample room for future expansion
News18
The Great Pivot: How India Is Balancing The New Multipolar World
March 12, 2026
India has reached an initial trade deal with the United States while maintaining a balance in …
Under the agreement with the European Union, India gains access to high-quality European goods, …
India has reclaimed its role with a degree of sophistication and has moved beyond its age-old …
The Economic Times
India developing 3 types of small modular reactors, govt tells LS
March 12, 2026
India is developing three different types of small modular reactors, including one meant for …
Currently, eight nuclear power reactors with a total capacity of 6600 MW are at various stages …
BSMR-200 was being jointly designed and developed by Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) and …
Business Standard
SBI, MUFG sign pact to collaborate on M&A, aviation, real estate financing
March 12, 2026
SBI has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Japan-based MUFG Bank to explore …
The partnership between SBI and Japan based MUFG will leverage the complementary strengths of …
SBI has a lending ceiling of ₹94,000 crore according to the new rules
The Times Of india
Tamil Nadu wants a government for every family, not for just one family, says PM Modi
March 12, 2026
The choice before the people is clear. One path leads to dynasty politics and corruption. The …
The NDA govt has spent nearly Rs 57,000 crore on highways, which is four times more than the …
People want a govt for every family, not for just one family, and they know only NDA can bring …
ANI News
Expanding petroleum sector essential for self-reliant India": PM Modi in Keralam
March 12, 2026
Kochi Refinery's Polypropylene unit will produce 4 lakh tons every year for industry
A 50 MW Floating Solar Project at West Kallada will strengthen India's green energy lead
New train services will now connect Palakkad and Pollachi to boost regional trade growth
The Times Of india
'No need to panic': PM Modi urges calm on concerns over energy crisis, says nation will overcome it like Covid-19
March 12, 2026
PM Modi urges citizens not to panic over rumours of an LPG shortage amid tensions in the Middle East
During Covid pandemic, 140 crore Indians showed the world how mature our nation is: PM Modi in …
PM Modi launched a sharp attack on the ruling DMK government in Tamil Nadu, accusing it of …
News18
PM Modi In Keralam: What The Railway Upgrades Signal About India’s Southern Connectivity Push
March 12, 2026
In a big push for southern connectivity, PM Modi inaugurated several development projects in …
The launch of a new Keralam Tamil Nadu train service highlights a broader push by the Centre to …
The railway station redevelopment programme aims to integrate local architectural elements with …
The Economic Times
India’s relaxation of investment rules is a smart, careful, welcome reset
March 12, 2026
India is taking a bold step by easing investment restrictions for Chinese enterprises in …
India’s relaxation of rules for Chinese investments in electronics, capital goods and solar …
Normalisation of relations between India and China is a necessary first step to achieve the …
The Times Of india
Hyderabad firm ties up with German major to make torpedoes for Indian Navy
March 12, 2026
Hyderabad-based defence firm VEM Technologies Pvt Ltd has signed an agreement with German naval …
Torpedoes for Indian navy will be manufactured in Hyderabad, with VEM responsible for …
Hyderabad-based defence firm VEM’s agreement with ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems entails transfer …
ANI News
Private Life Insurers record 20% growth in individual APE: Report
March 12, 2026
Private life insurers reported 20.2% YoY growth in individual APE, indicating robust momentum …
Private players’ market share in individual APE increased to 72.4% in FY26 year-to-date, …
The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill, 2025, aims to open the insurance sector to more players as it …
News18
Bangladesh To Nepal: How India’s Fuels Power South Asian Neighbours’ Economy
March 12, 2026
The Neighbourhood First Policy (NFP) is a core component of PM Narendra Modi’s foreign policy, …
India’s role as a regional energy hub is a cornerstone for the economies of South Asian …
The ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy has transformed India into a vital energy hub, sustaining …