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OMCs ask LPG distributors to supply commercial cylinders only to hospitals, educational institutions

Oil marketing companies tell distributors to halt supply of commercial LPG cylinders to hotels, restaurants and other establishments amid import disruptions

Govt mulling a new scheme to help exporters amidst Israel-Iran conflict

We may also tweak the Export Promotion Mission to offer some more incentives to help our exporters, an official said

Bengaluru Hotels Association warns of shutdown from March 10 over LPG supply disruption

Sources say supply of commercial LPG cylinders in Bengaluru has been affected since Monday

Govt raises LPG booking gap from 21 to 25 days, refineries told to boost output

The government has ordered refineries to boost LPG output and also ordered to prioritise domestic LPG over commercial connections. "

Retail petrol, diesel prices unlikely to be hiked amid rising global oil rates: Govt sources

Brent oil prices surged past $100 per barrel on March 9 touching $120 per bbl earlier in the day before settling to $102 per bbl. Government sources said that India is not planning to release oil reserves in coordination with the International Energy Agency and is not a member of the organisation.

From protests to courtroom drama: How Mamata is turning SIR into political ammo ahead of Bengal election

The Bengal CM has turned the SIR exercise into a political weapon by combining constitutional arguments and public protests to paint the BJP as 'anti-democratic'.

India securing LPG supplies from US firms, Adnoc, others amid gas import concerns: Govt source

The official revealed that deliveries of LPG from Australia, Algeria, Canada and the US are in progress

Indonesia inks BrahMos deal with India amid defence export push, second buyer after Philippines

BrahMos Aerospace Pvt Ltd, an India-Russian joint venture, produces the supersonic cruise missiles that can be launched from submarines, ships, aircraft, or land platforms.

Mumbai bears brunt of Iran-US war as chaos over delayed LPG gas supply spills over; cylinder bookings skyrocket

Many households that keep two cylinders made their way to local dealer outlets to place refill requests.

India second-largest arms importer after Ukraine; Pakistan relies heavily on China: SIPRI report

Over the past decade, India has gradually shifted its arms procurement away from Russia and towards Western suppliers such as France, Israel and the United States.

Sharjeel Imam gets 10-day bail in 2020 Delhi riots case for brother's wedding

The bail was allowed to enable him to attend his brother’s wedding and take care of his ailing mother.

Rahul Gandhi seeks discussion on conflict, fuel prices after Jaishankar makes statement: ‘Is West Asia not important?’

Fuel price and economic devastation are not important matters of discussion? These are public issues. We deem these important and want a discussion, says Congress MP.

Tharoor criticises Jaishankar statement on West Asia, seeks discussion in Parliament: ‘Unfair to MPs’

The purpose of Parliament is to take up the issues that matter to India and to have a serious discussion. Just reading a statement, without any questions, our point of view is not fair to the members of the House, says Congress MP.

EAM Jaishankar meets PM Modi to review escalating West Asia crisis

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan were present at the meeting in New Delhi.

3 women from Northeast assaulted in South Delhi for objecting to racial and derogatory remarks

The Delhi Police said they have registered a criminal case and will take stict legal action against the accused.

India ramps up flights to West Asia, airlines to operate 50 flights today amid widening conflict

The ministry noted that carriers are continuously assessing conditions at other airports in the region to operate additional flights if feasible.

Centre vs Mamata Banerjee: BJP fact-checks TMC's 'President standing' photo attack on PM Modi

The row erupted after President Murmu visited Bengal on Saturday for the ninth International Santal Conference in Darjeeling.

SIR row in West Bengal: Supreme Court to consider plea on voter deletion

A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi took note of the submissions of senior advocate Maneka Guruswamy that the plea pertained to deletion of erstwhile voters from the rolls.

Delhi excise policy case: Is Kejriwal not out of the woods yet?

The Delhi High Court on Monday stayed adverse remarks made by a trial court against the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and its investigating officer while discharging 23 accused in the case, including Kejriwal and Sisodia.

OPINION | Tariff volatility exposes structural weaknesses in Karnataka’s power sector

Karnataka tariff swings reveal deeper power sector problems. Discom losses remain high and rankings fall. Stable market pricing and private participation can improve efficiency and restore financial health

India ramps up Russian oil purchases, 33 million barrels set to arrive this month after US waiver

Around 33 million barrels of Russian oil are expected at Indian ports in March against 29.17 million bpd in February. So far, Indian refiners have already bought 10 million barrels

CBI summons Vijay on Tuesday for further questioning on Karur stampede

During the probe, the CBI has gathered material that needs further questioning and clarifications from the actor, the officials said. A new notice has been served to him.

How many Indians are stranded in Iran as Jaishankar raises concerns in Parliament

According to a report, most of these Indians come from Jammu and Kashmir, while some are from Uttar Pradesh and other states.

Kharge demands discussion on India's energy security, highlights hike in cooking gas price amid West Asia conflict

He moved a notice seeking a short duration discussion on "emerging challenges for India's energy security."