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Reliance Industries seeking to maximise LPG output, divert natural gas to support priority sectors

The Union Govt has invoked the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, to re-prioritise allocation of both natural gas and LPG

11 Mar 2026 9:02 am
Motorists play blind mans buff on a major corridor in Chennai; and its median leaks bipeds and quadrupeds

Lack of lighting, except for a scatter of pathetically few high-mast lamps, and a ridiculously low median make Vandalur-KelambakkamRoad one of the deadliest corridors in Chennai

11 Mar 2026 8:53 am
A check dam on Musi to retain water for Gandhi Sarovar

Detailed project plans of the Musi rejuvenation and development are set to be unveiled by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on March 13

11 Mar 2026 8:43 am
VIT-AP University to collaborate with EESL to promote energy efficiency on campus

The announcement was made during the ongoing Energy Conservation Week at the VIT-AP campus in Amaravati.

11 Mar 2026 8:36 am
Champions League: Ruthless Atletico punish Tottenham errors in 5-2 rout

Goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky gets substituted after errors lead to Atleticos first three goals

11 Mar 2026 8:32 am
Kim Jong Un, daughter watch North Korea's cruise missile tests

The girl, reportedly named Kim Ju Ae and about 13, has accompanied her father at numerous prominent events, and is likely to be designated his heir

11 Mar 2026 7:58 am
More women deleted from rolls in most States after SIR

Tamil Nadu is the only major State where the gender ratio improved slightly, despite the State recording one of the largest reductions in total electors

11 Mar 2026 7:46 am
Sivaji Ganesans gift of baby elephant to American children and his U.S. visit as state guest

Sivaji Ganesan was invited to the United States as part of the U.S.India Cultural Exchange Programme. During the trip, Sivaji was treated as a state guest, assigned two officials to assist him, and given a daily allowance of $160, a considerable sum at the time.

11 Mar 2026 7:43 am
How the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran is exposing Indias LPG dependence | Data

The ongoing conflict in the region has disrupted supplies, forcing price hikes and emergency measures which could fall on Indian oil marketing companies tab

11 Mar 2026 7:16 am
Andhra CM Naidu orders steps to minimise impact of West Asia conflict

Reviewing other sectors, Mr. Naidu asked officials to focus on providing quality mid day meals and maintaining clean classrooms in schools and colleges across the State

11 Mar 2026 6:46 am
Macron to host G7 leaders call on Iran crisis, energy prices

Benchmark oil prices surged to almost four-year highs on March 9 but prices plummeted 11% on March 10

11 Mar 2026 6:40 am
Bumrah,Chandraand the electricity of the unorthodox

We must ask ourselves if there is such a thing as an unplayable ball, which by definition is successful one hundred percent of the time

11 Mar 2026 6:05 am
At least six dead after postal bus bursts into flames in Switzerlands Kerzers

Authorities said in a statement that an unspecified voluntary act could be the cause of the fire.

11 Mar 2026 5:17 am
Kashmir banks on almond and tulip blooms to revive tourism hit after Pahalgam terror attack

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is set to inaugurate a spring festival later this week at Srinagars Badamwari, an almond garden that offers mesmerising blooming pink and white flowers

11 Mar 2026 5:05 am
Bihar revenue officers association expresses objection over Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinhas remarks

Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha had said that some office bearers associated with the federation were allegedly acting as agents of land mafias; warned Circle Officers to call off strikes

11 Mar 2026 4:56 am
UAE confirms six-month strategic stockpile of essential goods

Policy covers nine key commodities: cooking oil, eggs, dairy products, rice, sugar, poultry, legumes, bread, and wheat, whose prices cannot be increased without prior approval

11 Mar 2026 4:37 am
U.S. military destroys at least 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Trump earlier said he had no reports that Iran had either started or was on the verge of mining the Strait of Hormuz

11 Mar 2026 4:22 am
Oil prices plunge to $87.8 per barrel as IEA eyes emergency release with Strait of Hormuz in focus

After a Paris meeting of G7 energy ministers, IEA executive director said he was in close contact with energy ministers from key energy producers and consumers

11 Mar 2026 3:24 am
U.S. Navy has not yet escorted ships through Strait of Hormuz: White House on Energy Secretarys now-deleted post

Irans Revolutionary Guards spokesperson also denied an oil ship had been escorted

11 Mar 2026 2:31 am
About 140 U.S. service members wounded since start of Israel-Iran war: Pentagon

The new figure is the first insight into the broader toll of injuries that have been sustained by U.S. troops in the wake of a barrage of retaliatory rocket and drone strikes from Iran

11 Mar 2026 1:22 am
Inside China, authority, conflict and strategic challenges

Given Chinas global position, the prevailing situation within the country demands closer and deeper understanding of events

11 Mar 2026 1:05 am
D.K. Shivakumar hosts dinner to mark six years as Karnataka Congress chief

Congratulating Shivakumar on completing six years at the helm of KPCC, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said his deputys sagacity, ideological commitment and hard work is a model for young leaders

11 Mar 2026 1:01 am
Chhattisgarh Cabinet approves new anti-conversion law draft

Decks are now clear for the introduction of Bill in the State Assembly which is currently in session

11 Mar 2026 1:00 am
West Asia conflict: Jaishankar holds detailed conversation with Iranian counterpart Araghchi

It was the third time that Mr. Jaishankar spoke to Mr. Araghchi since the U.S. and Israel launched the joint military strikes on Iran

11 Mar 2026 12:54 am
Strategic blunder: On the U.S., the Iran war

The U.S. must pull back instead of tailing Israel in this reckless war

11 Mar 2026 12:49 am
Court upholds conviction of man for sexual harassment on Delhi Metro

The judge noted that offences against women, especially those committed in a public space, cause not only physical but also deep psychological trauma, violating the victims sense of privacy and security

11 Mar 2026 12:45 am
Budget likely to be unveiled next week, to focus on green policies

The Delhi government has been holding detailed consultations with experts, environmentalists, policymakers, and various departments to explore how the concept of a green budget can be implemented effectively on the ground

11 Mar 2026 12:44 am
Mayor flags off 48 trucks to collect green waste

The trucks, powered by CNG, will be deployed for collecting horticulture waste from municipal parks and gardens and transporting it to designated green waste centres

11 Mar 2026 12:44 am
Catch them young: On overweight or obese children in India

Increasing activity, eating healthy meals will help keep obesity away

11 Mar 2026 12:43 am
Large turnout at referendum on V-Cs removal: JNUSU; results to be declared today

We believe that with a heavy mandate, we will show the V-C that students are against casteism and corruption, says union president

11 Mar 2026 12:41 am
HC halts demolition of homes linked to Uttam Nagar clash

MCD asked not to take action until today against houses belonging to two personsallegedly involved in clash that resulted in a mans death; mothers of accused fear punitive action; MCD says not obligated to give prior notice in anti-encroachment drive

11 Mar 2026 12:38 am
Watch: U.S.-Israeli-Iran war: why oil prices are suddenly surging worldwide| Explained

The war between the United States, Israel and Iran is beginning to shake global energy markets. After air strikes on Iran, Tehran responded with missile attacks and announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz one of the worlds most critical oil shipping routes.

11 Mar 2026 12:38 am
Reevaluating the office of the Speaker

No-confidence motions against the Speaker have been extremely rare in Indias parliamentary history

11 Mar 2026 12:33 am
India slams Pakistans airstrikes on Afghanistan during Ramzan

India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Harish Parvathaneni reiterated New Delhi's support for the UN Secretary-General's call for compliance with international law, including international humanitarian law, and for ensuring protection of civilians

11 Mar 2026 12:24 am
The crisis of unemployment in J&K

The lack of a diversified industry has limited job creation in the region

11 Mar 2026 12:17 am
Governor R.N. Ravi calls his 54-month tenure in T.N. the golden days of his life

In a farewell letter to the people of Tamil Nadu, he thanks them for showing him love and affection

11 Mar 2026 12:02 am
Yelagiri Hills witness forest fire, two hectares of forest land destroyed

Following the incident, special teams have been formedfor regular patrolling of vulnerable spots in the hills to prevent such accidents during summer

10 Mar 2026 11:57 pm