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The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has introduced a new digital platform, MyPNG-D Portal, enabling users to complete the surrender process online using their registered mobile number or LPG ID

Twenty people were arrested after a clash broke out during a Ram Navami procession in Jharkhands Garwah district, tensions were soon brought under control

The Allahabad High Court on Wednesday granted anticipatory bail to Saraswati in the POCSO case, citing a delay in filing the complaint by the informant and inconsistencies in the statements of the alleged victims

The government stated that these companies have been supplying fuel at prices significantly below their cost due to the sharp rise in global crude oil prices

These projects are to be implemented in the states of Punjab, Karnataka, and Maharashtra, according to an official release by the Ministry of Finance

Large crowds of devotees visited temples across Bihar on Ram Navami, while BJP leader Nitin Nabin offered prayers in Patna and extended festive greetings. Speaking to reporters, he extended greetings to people across the country and said the values embodied in Lord Ram`s life should guide everyone

The Israel Defense Forces said it struck Irans primary missile production facility in Yazd, along with multiple launch sites and storage areas, as tensions in West Asia continue to escalate

With this addition, IndiGo will now operate more than 55 weekly flights to Colombo from five Indian cities Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Delhi. The airline also maintains connectivity to Jaffna from Chennai and Tiruchirappalli with 10 weekly flights

Earlier, in December 2025, the ED filed a separate chargesheet against Reliance Power Ltd and 10 others over an alleged fake bank guarantee of Rs 68 crore used to secure a tender

The entire city remained immersed in an atmosphere of deep devotion, resonating with chants of Jai Shri Ram. A palpable sense of excitement was evident among the devotees celebrating the birth anniversary of Lord Shri Ram

The 79-year-old Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson was admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital late on March 24 after developing a fever. Since then, her condition has stabilised, and she is responding well to treatment

The ceremony, held at the Ram Mandir Ayodhya, is considered one of the most spiritually significant moments of the festival, drawing widespread attention from devotees across the country

A Sri Lankan man was sentenced to three weeks in jail for hoarding petrol during a fuel shortage triggered by the ongoing Middle East conflict. The 48-year-old man initially said the fuel was for his lawnmower

Israels military said it carried out a large wave of strikes on Tehran, targeting missile production sites and defence infrastructure as the conflict with Iran continues. It reported hitting missile launchers and storage sites in western Iran, as well as missile production sites in the capital

In a communication to Chief Secretaries of all States and Union Territories, Petroleum Secretary Neeraj Mittal outlined the revised allocation framework. Earlier, states were allotted 40 per cent of their pre-crisis quota on March 16, followed by an additional 10 per cent linked to reforms promoting Piped Natural Gas (PNG)

Balen, a former rapper and engineer who rose to prominence as the mayor of Kathmandu, represents the Rastriya Swatantra Party, which secured a decisive electoral victory earlier this month

Given the current situation in the Middle East affecting fuel prices, we believe that uncertainty regarding future LNG procurement is increasing, an official said

The government recently reduced excise duty on petrol to Rs 3 per litre and completely exempted diesel from excise duty, presenting the decision as a measure to ease the burden of rising global fuel prices

Highlighting the impact of the ongoing crisis in West Asia, Shah noted that many countries are facing fuel shortages and rising prices. In contrast, he said, India has taken proactive steps to ease the burden on consumers

According to the police, a resident of Kopargaon allegedly shared one such video on a WhatsApp group, which was then forwarded to others. Based on this, the police registered a case under relevant sections of the BNS and Information Technology (IT) Act

The conflict showed signs of widening across the region, with smoke reported over Beirut, although no official confirmation of strikes in the Lebanese capital was issued

According to the Ministry of Petroleum, Indias strong refining and distribution infrastructure has played a key role in maintaining consistent fuel availability

The United States Embassy in India highlighted US President Donald Trump praising PM Narendra Modi as a leader who gets things done, stressing the strength of India-US relations. The exchange follows a phone call between the leaders on West Asia tensions and the strategic Strait of Hormuz

Gold and silver prices surged on Friday as investors sought safe-haven assets amid persistent West Asia tensions. Gold futures on MCX rose over 2 percent to Rs 1,42,500 per 10 grams, while silver jumped around 3 percent to Rs 2,27,799 per kg

The woman gathered the courage to file a complaint following the recent arrest of former Merchant Navy officer and self-styled godman Ashok Kharat in Nashik, an official said

Congress MP Manickam Tagore warned that the hike is affecting households, businesses, and the economy, urging the government to ensure supply and control costs

In a post on X, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman wrote, It will provide protection to consumers from rise in prices. PM Modi has always ensured that citizens are protected from vagaries of supply and costs of essential goods

The decision, taken by the US Treasury, coincides with the 250th anniversary celebrations of American Independence this year

These oil seeps have a constant, natural emission; however, there has been a greater flow of contaminants in the last month, he said

Elaborating on his decision, Trump added, They asked for seven, and I said, `I`m going to give you 10,` because they gave me ships.

A bench comprising justices Rajesh Bindal and Vijay Bishnoi said the practice is becoming increasingly rampant across courts in India.

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said all petrol pumps across the country are adequately stocked and operating normally

Videos of the incident had gone viral.

Lukashenko, who was in Pyongyang on an official visit, hailed the document as fundamental.

Tehran moved to formalise control over the Strait of Hormuz while Washington prepared for the arrival of US combat forces in the region

The elephant trampled a woman, Maniya Birhorni, 55, to death at Mariampur

Modi is wanted in India in connection with a Rs 13,000-crore fraud

Creators like Ankita Chawla (Hustlerani) and Alanna Panday are heavy on the aesthetics, and light on the actual hustle that goes into having a pretty, and perfect-looking life

The Railway Ministry also imposed a Rs 10 lakh fine on its own company, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation, for not handling the matter properly

Six months later, though her health deteriorated and though she was taken to the hospital, she died during treatment with rabies being cited as the cause

Reliance Industries Limited has denied reports of purchasing Iranian crude, calling them baseless. The clarification comes amid reports of a temporary US authorisation allowing sale of stranded Iranian oil to stabilise global energy markets

The government also reiterated that all oil refineries are operating at high capacity with adequate crude oil inventories, ensuring uninterrupted availability of petrol and diesel across the country

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with Chief Ministers via video conference to assess preparedness and coordinate Indias response to the ongoing West Asia crisis. The meeting will focus on ensuring synergy of efforts in the spirit of `Team India`, said the official

Two people were killed and three injured in Abu Dhabi after debris from intercepted missiles fell on a street, as UAE air defences continue responding to repeated threats. The total number of deaths has risen to 11 after the latest incident in Abu Dhabi, Gulf News reported

Ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, the BJP has fielded Ratna Debnath, mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder victim, from Panihati. Party leaders defended the move, calling it a step toward justice and womens empowerment

PM Modi will inaugurate Phase I of Noida International Airport in Jewar on March 28. Built at a cost of Rs 11,200 crore, the airport is set to boost connectivity in the Delhi-NCR region and strengthen Indias aviation infrastructure with modern, sustainable and scalable facilities.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta distributed bicycles to around 1,000 schoolgirls under the Vidya Vahini initiative, aiming to ease travel and promote uninterrupted education for girls. She said the initiative aims to remove barriers that often prevent girls from continuing their studies

The government has assured that India has around 60 days of crude reserves and a stable LPG supply, urging citizens not to believe misinformation about fuel shortages. There is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG anywhere in the country, it said in a statement

A Turkish-operated oil tanker carrying crude oil from Russia was hit by an explosion in the Black Sea, possibly caused by an unmanned surface vehicle. Turkish authorities are investigating the incident and monitoring the situation closely

The proceedings are linked to the 2021 Cordelia cruise drug seizure case, during his tenure as Zonal Director with the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)