Seoul shares down sharply amid Middle East woes

IANS | March 30, 2026 9:16 AM

Seoul, March 30 (IANS) South Korean stocks traded markedly lower on Monday, led by a decline in large-cap tech shares, as an intensifying conflict surrounding Iran deepened concerns about global oil supplies and market uncertainties.

Piyush Goyal emphasises importance of a balanced and responsive WTO

IANS | March 30, 2026 9:12 AM

New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has emphasised the importance of a balanced and responsive World Trade Organization (WTO) that effectively addresses the needs and aspirations of all members, particularly developing countries and Least Developed Countries (LDCs).

India, African nations hold talks on bolstering trade and investment ties

IANS | March 29, 2026 9:17 PM

New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday discussed the issue of strengthening India's trade and investment relations with Africa at a meeting with the ministers and ambassadors of African countries on the sidelines of the WTO ministerial conference in Cameroon.