West Bengal polls: Why EC opted for two-phase assembly elections
Hours before poll announcement, Mamata hikes honorarium for purohits, muezzins
Kolkata: Hours before the scheduled announcement of assembly polls, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday, March 15, announced an increase of Rs 500 in the monthly honorarium for purohits and muezzins. With the revision, the beneficiaries will now receive Rs 2,000 per month. I am pleased to announce an increase of Rs 500 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
PM Modi lauds Om Birla's leadership after no-trust motion fails; Lok Sabha Speaker reacts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla for his composure and impartiality following the rejection of a no-confidence motion against him. Modi commended Birla's adherence to parliamentary decorum and his affirmation that no one is above the rules, reinforcing democratic traditions.
The Israel-Iran conflict is poised to reshape international air traffic to and from India in the medium term, with Gulf carriers' schedules uncertain. Lufthansa Group is evaluating expanding its India operations, potentially bringing more airlines like Austrian and Eurowings to the country. The group is also enhancing its partnership with Air India through a joint business agreement.
EC announces bypoll dates for 8 assembly constituencies across six states; check schedule
By-elections for eight assembly seats across six states, including Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Nagaland, and Tripura, have been announced by the Election Commission. Polling dates are set for April 9 and April 23, with vote counting scheduled for May 4. These elections will fill vacant legislative seats, ensuring full representation in state assemblies.
Puducherry Election Date 2026: Full schedule, voting date, result and full details
Puducherry will vote for its 30 Assembly seats on April 9, 2026, with results announced on May 4. Nearly 9.44 lakh voters are eligible, including 23,033 first-time electors. The Election Commission emphasized free and fair polls, deploying extensive webcasting and model polling stations. The NDA, including AINRC and BJP, has finalized its seat-sharing plan.
Kerala Election 2026 schedule: Voting in one phase on April 9, results on May 4; check full details
West Bengal Election Date 2026: Full schedule, voting date, result, and all you need to know
The Trinamool Congress won a decisive victory in the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections, securing a third consecutive term. The party claimed 213 seats in the 294-member assembly. The Bharatiya Janata Party emerged as the principal opposition, winning 77 seats. This election marked a significant shift in the state's political landscape.
Bengal Polls On April 23, 29: Stage Set For TMC Versus BJP Bipolar Contest Amid SIR Heat
The BJPs rise from a marginal presence to the principal challenger to the Trinamool Congress has fundamentally altered the political equation
Tamil Nadu To Vote On April 23: DMK Vs AIADMK Again, But Can 'Wild Card' Vijay's TVK Add New Twist?
In the 2021 election, the DMK returned to power after nearly a decade in opposition by winning 133 seats. The AIADMK secured 66 seats, Congress got 18 & BJP landed four seats
Why your brain struggles to finish this sentence after an hour of reels
Scientists warn that habitual short-form video consumption may be weakening crucial brain circuits for deep thinking and focus. Studies show a negative correlation between short-video addiction and prefrontal brain activity, impacting attention, impulse control, and self-regulation.
Assam Election 2026 Schedule: Voting in one phase on April 9, results on May 4; check full details
The Election Commission has unveiled the assembly poll schedule for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. Key political players like Mamata Banerjee, MK Stalin, and Himanta Biswa Sarma are gearing up for intense electoral battles across these states and the Union Territory.
Assam Polls On April 9: Will CAA Shape Himanta Sarmas Path To A Second Term Amid Congress Pushback?
Illegal immigration from Bangladesh has long been one of the most contentious issues in Assam
KTR should undergo drug test too: TPCC chief after ex-BRS MLA tests positive
Hyderabad: The Telangana Congress Committee (TPCC) chief Bomma Mahesh Kumar Goud has challenged Bharat Rashtra Samithi working president KT Rama Rao to undergo a drug test, following the arrest of former BRS MLA Rohith Reddy during a drug party at his farmhouse in Moinabad, on Saturday, March 14. Speaking to media persons, Mahesh Kumar said Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced a Rs 500 hike in monthly honorariums for priests and muezzins, raising their pay to Rs 2,000. This move, along with the approval of all new applications, was made just before the Election Commission declared poll dates. Banerjee stated the decision recognizes the vital role of religious functionaries in community life.
Rahul Gandhi demands Bharat Ratna for BSP founder Kanshi Ram; writes to PM Modi
Rahul Gandhi has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to posthumously award the Bharat Ratna to Bahujan Samaj Party founder Kanshi Ram. Gandhi highlighted Kanshi Ram's significant role in social justice and empowering marginalized communities. This call follows consistent demands from Dalit leaders and intellectuals for the highest national honor for the BSP founder.
'Rahul Gandhi defaming India': Amit Shah on Youth Congress' shirtless protest at Delhi AI summit
J&K Achieves 97% PMAY-G Target, Over 3.23 Lakh Houses Completed
JAMMU, Mar 15: Jammu and Kashmir has achieved 97 per cent of its target under the Pradhan Mantri Awas YojanaGramin, with more than 3.23 lakh houses completed so far, officials said on Sunday. Secretary of the Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Department, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, directed officials to speed up work on the remaining 11,340 [] The post J&K Achieves 97% PMAY-G Target, Over 3.23 Lakh Houses Completed appeared first on Northlines .
'My weekly trips to jail finally ended': Sonam Wangchuks wife on his release
Defaming India Globally: Amit Shah Lambasts Rahul Gandhi Over Youth Congress's AI Summit Protest
Amit Shah claimedthat the Congress, during its previous 15 years of rule in Assam, pocketed Rs 150 crore per annum from the state healthcare budget.
Two Held For Attempting To Poach Odisha Congress MLAs At Bengaluru Resort Ahead Of RS Polls
Congress alleged that Rs five crore was offered to each MLAs to cross vote in favour of BJP in the Rajya Sabha polls.
From Bridgerton balls to fake shaadis: How theme parties are the new rage
Theme parties are transforming social gatherings into immersive experiences, driven by social media and a desire for participation. Brands are engineering these events to foster deeper engagement, turning passive fandom into collective celebration. This trend taps into psychological needs for connection and belonging, creating shared cultural moments that extend beyond mere entertainment.
Congress MLAs Rs 18 Lakh Luxury Watch Sparks Buzz, Recalls Siddaramaiahs 2016 Hublot Storm
Congress MLA K Raghavendra Hitnal caused a stir in Karnataka by wearing an Rs 18 lakh Hublot watch, which he clarified was borrowed for a day.
EC to Announce Assembly Poll Schedule for 4 States, 1 UT Today
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India will announce the schedule for upcoming Assembly elections in four states and one Union Territory at 4 PM today. Assembly elections are due in Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala, along with the Union Territory of Puducherry. The term of the 294-member West Bengal Legislative Assembly will [] The post EC to Announce Assembly Poll Schedule for 4 States, 1 UT Today appeared first on Northlines .
Govt Bars PNG Users From Holding LPG Connections, Pushes Faster Gas Network Rollout
New Delhi, Mar 15: The government has barred households with piped natural gas (PNG) connections from retaining or obtaining subsidised domestic LPG connections, directing such consumers to immediately surrender their LPG supply to prioritise cooking gas for families without pipeline access. In a notification issued on March 14, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas [] The post Govt Bars PNG Users From Holding LPG Connections, Pushes Faster Gas Network Rollout appeared first on Northlines .
SP backs Oppn move to remove CEC Gyanesh Kumar, says Akhilesh
Mumbai: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has said his party supports the demand to remove Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, alleging that he was indulging in dishonesty. Opposition MPs have submitted notices in both Houses of Parliament seeking a motion for the removal of Kumar. As many as 130 Lok Sabha members and 63 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Madhu Malhotra, who acted in 'Hero', 'Satte Pe Satta', dies
LPG woes: 2 power subsidy for TN eateries
Diesel transport faces risk if urea supply disrupted: Auto industry
Banana export from Maha hit amid conflict
Seafarer's body expected home next week
Navy warships keep watch on India-bound vessels in Hormuz
Govt steps up building fertiliser buffer, turns to 'spot buying'
Govt clamps down on LPG refills for piped gas users
Cong releases second Assam list of 23 candidates
Surat event with Godse kin as chief guest junked after uproar
Bengal min hurt as BJP workers clash with TMC cadres
LPG for PM's rally, nothing for people: TMC
HC seeks NIA reply on ex-PFI chiefs plea
FIR as Pune iftar party attacked
Govt failed to keep promises made to farmers, says Rahul
RSS outreach touches 10 crore homes, adds 6k shakhas in a year
Wangchuk freed as govt revokes NSA detention
Don't interfere with prayers on pvt property, Budaun admin told
Arrest Badshah: Haryana women's panel to police
Lala Shiv Charan Gupta: The Lion of Duggar Land Remembered
A Tribute to the Veteran Statesman on His Punyatithi Fourteen years ago, the people of Jammu and Kashmir lost this visionary and people-centric leader Lala Shiv Charan Gupta. His contribution to the growth and development of Udhampur as a vibrant town and a centre of nationalist political thought remains deeply etched in public memory. A [] The post Lala Shiv Charan Gupta: The Lion of Duggar Land Remembered appeared first on Northlines .
Spl teams to monitor LPG, fuel supply stock in Jammu
Jammu Tawi, Mar 14: Deputy Commissioner Jammu Rakesh Minhas on Saturday announced the formation of special monitoring teams to verify LPG and fuel stock at distributorships to ensure transparency and strict adherence to supply guidelines. The decision was taken during a meeting with LPG distributors and oil marketing companies here, an official spokesperson said. The [] The post Spl teams to monitor LPG, fuel supply stock in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .
SIT to probe attack on Farooq Abdullah
JammuTawi, Mar 14: Jammu and Kashmir Police have constituted a seven-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the recent assassination attempt on former chief minister and National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah during a marriage function here. Inspector General of Police, Bhim Sen Tuti ordered the setting up of the SIT, considering the seriousness and sensitivity [] The post SIT to probe attack on Farooq Abdullah appeared first on Northlines .
Iran evacuation: 101 JK students to reach home today; 90 cross Azerbaijan border
More students await relocation from various Iranian cities Srinagar, Mar 14:In a significant development in the ongoing evacuation of Indian medical students from Iran, the first batch of around 101 students, including many from Jammu and Kashmir, is expected to reach India on March 15. According to details obtained by the news agency, the first [] The post Iran evacuation: 101 JK students to reach home today; 90 cross Azerbaijan border appeared first on Northlines .
CM launches online ticketing system across JK Gardens
Jammu Tawi: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today launched an online ticketing solution for garden entry across Jammu and Kashmir gardens from Badamwari here. Ministers Javed Ahmed Dar and Satish Sharma, Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq, Commissioner Secretary Floriculture, Gardens & Parks Zubair Ahmed, along with senior officers of [] The post CM launches online ticketing system across JK Gardens appeared first on Northlines .
Despite Apex Court directives & Govt Orders, JKBOSE Reluctant to Conduct TET
Ajay Sharma Jammu, March 14 Notwithstanding clear cut directions from the Supreme Court, and subsequent orders from the Jammu and Kashmir government,the designated agency reportedly appears reluctant to conduct Teachers Eligibility Test (TET). According to sources, aligning with the Right to Education (RTE) Act and a Supreme Court judgment, the Jammu and Kashmir School Education [] The post Despite Apex Court directives & Govt Orders, JKBOSE Reluctant to Conduct TET appeared first on Northlines .
Corruption cant be fought by agencies without public cooperation: Dir ACB
Jammu Tawi: Director, Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Shakti Kumar Pathak has said that corruption continues to remain one of the biggest challenges to governance in Jammu and Kashmir, but asserted that increasing public complaints indicate rising trust in anti-corruption institutions. He said the bureau is committed to acting on credible complaints against corrupt [] The post Corruption cant be fought by agencies without public cooperation: Dir ACB appeared first on Northlines .
J&K, Ladakh to rely on 30% coal energy by 2030
Jammu Tawi:Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Union Territories are likely to depend on nearly 30 per cent of coal-based energy by the year 2030. According to official documents available with the news agency, the likely total projected contracted capacity for the year 2035-36 is around 11,001 Megawatts (MW). The projected contracted capacity consists of 3239 [] The post J&K, Ladakh to rely on 30% coal energy by 2030 appeared first on Northlines .
Tamil poet-lyricist Vairamuthu gets Jnanpith award
MHA revokes NSA detention of Sonam Wangchuk
New Delhi:The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Saturday revoked the detention of activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act with immediate effect. The MHA in a statement, issued to news agency, said: After due consideration, the government has decided to revoke the detention of Sonam Wangchuk with immediate effect. It said that the [] The post MHA revokes NSA detention of Sonam Wangchuk appeared first on Northlines .
MeT predicts rain, snow from today
Jammu Tawi: Rain and snowfall are likely across Jammu and Kashmir from March 15 as a series of Western Disturbances are set to affect the region over the next few days, the India Meteorological Department said on Saturday. According to the details available with the news agency the Meteorological Centre in Srinagar has predicted that [] The post MeT predicts rain, snow from today appeared first on Northlines .
Demand grows for extension of Ladli Beti scheme to entire J&K
Srinagar: Voices are growing across Jammu and Kashmir demanding the extension of the Ladli Beti Scheme to all districts of the Union Territory, with residents questioning why the scheme currently covers only a limited number of districts while many others remain excluded. The scheme, which was launched to promote the birth and education of girl [] The post Demand grows for extension of Ladli Beti scheme to entire J&K appeared first on Northlines .
HC to Sambhal DM, SP: Quit if you can't enforce rule of law
9 Mineral dealer licenses suspended
Jammu Tawi, Mar 14: The Directorate of Geology and Mining, Jammu and Kashmir, has suspended nine Mineral Dealer Licences (MDLs) across the Union Territory for alleged violations of licence conditions under the Minor Mineral Concession Rules, officials said. According to an order issued by Director Geology and Mining S.P. Rukwal, KAS, the action followed reports [] The post 9 Mineral dealer licenses suspended appeared first on Northlines .
SIT to probe bid on life of Farooq Abdullah
Statehood crusade never anti-national, Ladakh groups say after Wangchuks release
On Wangchuk and Iran, Omar, Mehbooba are on same page
Pak drone spotted over J&K village, search op launched
Panun Kashmir expels its chairman for links with US-based ISI agent
Assam elections 2026: Congress releases 2nd list of 23 candidates, leaves 15 seats for allies
The Indian National Congress has unveiled its second list of 23 candidates for the upcoming Assam Legislative Assembly election in 2026. Key leaders are fielded across various constituencies. The party has strategically left 15 seats for its alliance partners as part of the seat-sharing agreement. This move sets the stage for the upcoming electoral battle in Assam.
Trumps sanctions easing Indias relief, Chinas opportunity and Russias windfall
Iranian Presidents assurance to Modi on Hormuz should improve oil supply further By T N Ashok NEW YORK: In the fog of war stretching from the Persian Gulf to Eastern Europe, a quiet recalibration of global energy policy is unfolding in Washington. The Donald Trump administration has moved to temporarily ease restrictions on [] The post Trumps sanctions easing Indias relief, Chinas opportunity and Russias windfall appeared first on Northlines .
Irans defiance of US-Israel axis becomes stronger under Mojtaba Khamenei
Frustrated Trump is mulling the option of ground assault by troops By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers NEW YORK: The new voice of power in Tehran did not sound conciliatory. It sounded resolute. Offensive, defensive and no apologies for its programmes or human rights violations. Warned neighbouring Arabs to take off the US naval bases. [] The post Irans defiance of US-Israel axis becomes stronger under Mojtaba Khamenei appeared first on Northlines .
China, Russia join hands to move cautiously in defending their ally Iran in war against U.S.
A pragmatic national interest driven foreign policy is the hallmark of Xi and Putin By Nitya Chakraborty As the U.S. Israel war against Iran entered its fourteenth day on Friday March 13, in the diplomatic corridors in the UN headquarters in New York and in other major capitals including the EU headquarters in [] The post China, Russia join hands to move cautiously in defending their ally Iran in war against U.S. appeared first on Northlines .
Rising Youth Unemployment: The challenge of jobs amid economic growth
By Ashutosh Pandey India is a player in the world economy today. The country has done well in the last ten years. It has grown economically. A lot of people are using digital technology. The infrastructure is also getting better and more people are starting their businesses. But there is a problem. Many young [] The post Rising Youth Unemployment: The challenge of jobs amid economic growth appeared first on Northlines .
In recent weeks, reports of LPG cylinder shortages across several parts of the country have triggered a wave of anxiety among households, with long queues outside gas agencies and frantic calls to distributors becoming an increasingly common sight. While the concern of the common citizen is understandable, it is equally important to step back, assess [] The post Be Calm, Cylinders will come appeared first on Northlines .
Hyderabad activists call out contradictions in Telangana CMs Musi project
Hyderabad:The Musi Jan Andolan (MJA), a collective of civil society organisations, on Saturday, March 14, issued a point-by-point rebuttal of the Musi Riverfront Development Projects Phase 1 Detailed Project Report (DPR), alleging that the projects real objective may be to supply water to data centres being set up in Hyderabad rather than to rejuvenate the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Joy Returns as Educational Institutions Resume Classwork Across Kashmir
Rayees Ahmad Kumar Schools across the valley organised a Welcome Day on Monday as primary and middle schools across the Kashmir Valley reopened after the long winter vacation. Students returned to school with great enthusiasm and excitement. The young students looked cheerful and happy to meet their classmates and teachers after the prolonged break. While [] The post Joy Returns as Educational Institutions Resume Classwork Across Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .
Rising tobacco use among youth : A growing social challenge
Mohammad Hanief Tobacco addiction has increasingly become one of the most pressing social and public health concerns affecting young people in many parts of India. In the region of Jammu and Kashmir, this issue has begun to take on worrying proportions, particularly among school, college and university-going students. Health experts, teachers and social workers [] The post Rising tobacco use among youth : A growing social challenge appeared first on Northlines .
Marriage proposal cancelled: HIV-positive man injects infected blood into woman in Hyderabad
A 24-year-old man allegedly injected HIV-infected blood into his 22-year-old relative in Hyderabad after her family cancelled their wedding upon discovering his positive status. The incident occurred on March 11, with police stating the accused forcibly administered the blood. He has been apprehended, and the woman is hospitalized.
Nearly 100 stray dogs poisoned to death in Telangana village
Nearly 100 stray dogs were allegedly poisoned to death in Telangana's Mancherial district, with an animal welfare activist filing a complaint against village officials. Police have registered a case under relevant acts, investigating allegations of hired individuals administering poisonous injections and burying the animals. This incident follows a pattern of mass canine killings reported in Telangana last year.
'Yet another act of aggression': India condemns Pakistan air strikes in Afghanistan
India has strongly condemned Pakistan's airstrikes in Afghanistan, labeling them an act of aggression and emphasizing the need to respect Afghanistan's sovereignty. The strikes, which reportedly caused civilian casualties, follow accusations by the Afghan Taliban government against Pakistan. Pakistan claims its operations target Pakistani Taliban militants and their support networks.
Command centre set up in Hyderabad to oversee LPG supply: Uttam Kumar
Hyderabad: Irrigation and Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy announced on Saturday, March 14, that a command and control centre has been set up at the Civil Supplies Bhavan at Irrum Manzil in Hyderabad to oversee the supply of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders with round-the-clock operations and toll-free helpline numbers. Reddy reviewed the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Public transport to be revolutionized in Jammu
GoI to provide 75 seven-mtr e-mini buses Will ply & link inner uptown areas of Jammu Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, March 14: The public transport in the entire Jammu province is soon going to be revolutionized as the Government of India (GoI) has decided to provide seventy five (75) eco-friendly (e-buses) measuring 7 mtrs, almost [] The post Public transport to be revolutionized in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .
DU dismisses Rahul's allegation that it uses interviews to eliminate students
Hit by drone, bees sting BJP workers at Bandi Sanjays padayatra in Telangana
Hyderabad: A swarm of honey bees disturbed by a drone during a padayatra of Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay decided to take revenge by stinging Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) members and rendering some of them injured. The incident happened during the Anjanna Aashirwada Padayatra held by Bandi Sanjay from Maha Shakti Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Hyderabad: Congress jibes Naam Narendra Kaam Surrender at protest against PM
Hyderabad: Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) on Saturday, March 14, held a massive protest against Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Khairtabad in Hyderabad, alleging that the PM has compromised Indias interests with his recent actions. Congress claimed that Modi agreed to the India-US trade deal under pressure from America due to the Adani bribery case Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared the BJP will contest the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections independently, aiming to form its own government. He asserted the party's growing vote share and criticized the AAP government's performance on law and order, drugs, and corruption. Shah also pledged to enact a law against religious conversions if the BJP wins.
Tragedy strikes as five Indians lose their lives and one remains missing amid escalating Middle East conflict. Meanwhile, two Indian LPG carriers have successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, en route to India with vital fuel supplies. Missions are working tirelessly to aid affected nationals and ensure repatriation.
Indian LPG vessels safely navigated the Strait of Hormuz amid Middle East tensions, with the government assuring all Indian crew are secure. Despite panic booking, LPG supplies remain stable. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was released after his NSA detention was revoked.
'Openly protecting rapists': PM Modi slams TMC over RG Kar and Sandeshkhali cases
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a strong attack on the TMC in Kolkata, accusing the party of protecting rapists and insulting President Droupadi Murmu. He also alleged that the TMC opposes electoral roll revisions to shield infiltrators and deliberately alters demographics, making Hindus a minority in several areas.
Lift ban, recognise CPI (Maoist) as party: surrendered leader Devuji
Hyderabad: CPI (Maoist) leader Thippiri Tirupati alias Devuji, who recently surrendered before Telangana Police, on March 14, demanded that the governments lift the ban on the outfit and recognise it as a political party, though the organisation does not favour participating in electoral politics. He also demanded the release of Maoist sympathisers jailed across the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Tamil Nadu is offering a Rs 2 per unit electricity subsidy for restaurants and food businesses switching from LPG to electric stoves, aiming to mitigate fuel shortage impacts. The state also provides subsidized loans for electric equipment and allows industries temporary use of alternative fuels. Measures are in place to support farmers and monitor LPG distribution.
