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LPG prices hiked, effective March 17, 2026
LPG cylinder rates have increased across various cities today, while the panic buying subsides as the Centre works on bringing back stranded oil and gas tankers.
Delhi man dies while posing with cousin's licensed pistol
A 28-year-old Delhi man, Pawan Kumar, tragically died by self-inflicted gunshot while his cousin unknowingly recorded the incident.
Ghaziabad: Security guard kills bank manager over denied leave
A Punjab & Sind Bank manager in Ghaziabad was fatally shot by a security guard following a dispute over leave and salary deductions.
Kerala: Fire breaks out at Thiruvananthapuram Medical College Hospital
A minor fire broke out in the surgical trauma care unit of the Government Medical College Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram, leading to the evacuation of 39 patients.
Delhi Police warns of rise in fake LPG booking scams
Delhi Police have alerted residents to a rise in cyber fraud involving fake LPG booking messages and malicious apps, exploiting fears over a supposed LPG supply squeeze.
Air India adds 36 extra flights to Europe, Canada
Air India is set to operate 36 additional flights to Europe and Canada from March 19-28, 2026, due to airspace restrictions in West Asia.
When will 'Eid' be in Saudi Arabia, rest of the world?
Eid ul-Fitr 2026 is expected to be celebrated on March 20 in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf, while India and Pakistan will likely observe it on March 21.
CBSE CTET February results likely by month-end: Check updates
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is set to release the CTET February 2026 results soon, with scorecards detailing candidate performance and exam specifics.
Husband kills wife in front of son over marital dispute
A 42-year-old Mumbai man, Raju Gupta, was arrested for allegedly pushing his wife to death in front of a moving train during a divorce argument, witnessed by their 13-year-old son.
New rental laws in India: What you should know
India's new rental framework under the Model Tenancy Act, 2021 aims to formalise rental agreements, reducing disputes and balancing tenant-landlord interests.
Tirupati temple will be closed for this special reason
The Tirupati Temple in Andhra Pradesh will be closed for six hours today, March 17, for a traditional cleansing ritual ahead of the Ugadi festival.
Bihar: STF jawan killed, 2 criminals dead in encounter
An encounter in Bihar's Motihari district resulted in the death of an STF personnel and two alleged criminals early on Tuesday.
Haryana man who protested against sexual assaults attacked
A 27-year-old man, Wakif Hussain, was brutally attacked and stabbed by a group in Nuh for protesting against local sexual assaults.
Delhi: College student raped during birthday party; accused arrested
A 29-year-old man from Rohini, Delhi was arrested for allegedly raping a 19-year-old college student during a birthday party in Sector 33.
Pune: 17-year-old attacks fellow student with sickle before board exam
A Class 10 student was assaulted with a sickle by a minor inside an exam centre in Junnar taluka, Pune, causing injuries to his hand.
NIA arrests 7 foreigners for terror activities in India
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested seven foreign nationals, including six Ukrainians and one American, on charges of planning terrorist activities against India.
Odisha: 10 patients die in SCB Hospital fire
The cause of the devastating fire at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Odisha, which claimed 12 lives, remains unclear.
Arunachal Pradesh: 4 laborers killed, 3 injured in landslide
Four individuals were killed and three injured in a landslide-induced wall collapse at a construction site in Arunachal Pradesh's capital city.
Ladakh: Thousands join protests demanding statehood, constitutional safeguards
Following the release of activist Sonam Wangchuk, thousands in Ladakh rallied demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for the region.
Travel vlogger Anan M goes viral for confronting litterbug
A video of a vlogger, Anan M, confronting a man for littering near Dhaula Kuan Metro Station in Delhi has gone viral, earning praise from Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar.
AIIMS begins passive euthanasia on student in vegetative state
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has initiated the process of passive euthanasia for 32-year-old Harish Rana.
Bengaluru cafe charges 5% 'gas crisis' fee amid LPG crunch
A bill from Bengaluru-based cafe, Theo Cafe, has gone viral after images shared on X showed that it added a "Gas Crisis Charge" to its bills in response to the ongoing LPG shortage.
Stranded in Gulf? Air India deploys 48 flights today
In light of the ongoing conflict between US-Iran and Israel, Air India and Air India Express have announced plans to operate 48 flights to and from West Asia on Monday.
India's ancient manuscripts to be digitized in 3-month survey
The Ministry of Culture has launched a three-month nationwide survey to document India's extensive manuscript heritage.
How India secured 2 oil tankers' Hormuz passage from Iran
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday said that diplomatic engagement between India and Iran has borne fruit.
Heavy snowfall near Atal Tunnel leaves over 1,000 vehicles stranded
A sudden spell of heavy snowfall near Manali has left over 1,000 vehicles stranded near the Atal Tunnel's south portal in the Kullu district.
Dubai-bound Emirates flight turns back to Kochi amid 'security incident'
An Emirates flight from Kochi, Kerala, to Dubai had to return due to a "security incident" at the destination airport, according to a CIAL spokesman.
'Forgive everyone': Harish Rana's family bids goodbye in heartbreaking video
In a heartbreaking farewell, Harish Rana's family bid him goodbye in Ghaziabad.
Gujarat: Youth recording Instagram video at 120km/h crashes; 2 dead
A tragic car accident in Gujarat's Rajkot district on Saturday claimed the lives of two young men.
Jaishankar hails talks with Iran to open Strait of Hormuz
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has praised direct negotiations with Iran as the best way to reopen shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Odisha: Major fire at Cuttack hospital; 10 killed, 11 injured
A large fire at the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack, Odisha, has left 10 patients dead and 11 staff members injured.
Rajasthan, Jharkhand police seize expired food items in separate raids
In a major crackdown on food safety violations, authorities in Rajasthan and Jharkhand have seized large quantities of expired and adulterated food items, with the Rajasthan consignment destroyed under official supervision and the Jharkhand consignment marked for destruction.
Households with piped cooking gas can't have subsidized LPG connections
The Indian government has prohibited households with piped natural gas (PNG) connections from retaining or getting subsidized domestic liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) connections.
Sonam Wangchuk's wife shares their first uncaged conversation post-release
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was released from Jodhpur Central Jail on Saturday after the Union government revoked his detention under the National Security Act (NSA).
Delhi-NCR receives light rain, IMD issues orange alert for Ghaziabad
Residents of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) were greeted with light rain and thunderstorms on Sunday morning.
J&K: Pakistani terrorist gunned down while trying to infiltrate
A Pakistani terrorist was gunned down by security forces during an infiltration attempt in the Uri sector of Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir.
Don't hoard LPG: Goyal says fuel supply stable despite war
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has assured that India's fuel supplies remain stable despite the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
Iran war: Foreign travelers stuck in India getting visa extensions
Foreign travelers stranded in India due to the ongoing United States-Israel-Iran conflict will be granted a 30-day visa extension.
UP: 70-year-old dies while waiting in line for gas
A 70-year-old man, identified as Mukhtiyar Ahmed, died on Friday, according to his family, while waiting to collect a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder at an agency godown in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh.
Pune: Mob of 200 attacks 14 Muslims, breaking Ramzan fast
A group of 14 Muslims was allegedly attacked by a mob in Pune on Friday evening.
Meghalaya: Curfew imposed in Tura after 2 killed in protests
A curfew has been imposed in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district till 6:00am on Sunday.
Chandigarh: ₹590cr fraud case main accused arrested
The Chandigarh Police Crime Branch has arrested 52-year-old Vikram Wadhwa, the main accused in a ₹590 crore fraud case.
Super El Niño: India braces for scorching heat, erratic rain
Climate experts have warned of a possible "super El Niño" phenomenon later this year, which could lead to rising global temperatures and unusual weather patterns.
Centre revokes climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's 6-month detention under NSA
The central government has revoked the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA).
3 Indian seafarers killed in ongoing Gulf crisis: Centre
Three Indian seafarers have been killed and one is missing after a series of maritime incidents involving foreign-flagged vessels in the Persian Gulf, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said on Friday.
Domestic LPG production has increased by 30%: Centre
Domestic production of LPG has increased by 30% as of Friday, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary (Marketing & Oil Refinery), Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, said.
Over half of Indian households facing LPG supply disruptions: Survey
A recent survey by LocalCircles has revealed that over half of Indian households are facing disruptions in the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders.
Who was Indian man killed in tanker attack near Iraq
An Indian crew member of a US-owned oil tanker, Safesea Vishnu, who was killed after their vessel came under attack in the waters near Iraq's Basra, has been identified.
Supreme Court adopts AI for case listing and bench assignments
The Supreme Court of India is set to revolutionize its administrative processes with the introduction of an artificial intelligence (AI)-based system.
Over 50% Indian households hit by LPG shortage
A survey by LocalCircles has revealed that over half of Indian households are facing disruptions in the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG).
'Nobody will hire women': SC rejects PIL on menstrual leaves
The Supreme Court has rejected a public interest litigation seeking a nationwide menstrual leave policy for women students and workers.
Bombay HC issues notice to Centre on gas distributors' plea
The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court has taken cognizance of a plea by six liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) distributors.
Chennai man beaten to death after urine splashes on woman
A 30-year-old van driver was beaten to death by a mob in Chennai's Broadway area early Wednesday morning after he urinated from a moving vehicle and the urine accidentally splashed a nearby woman pedestrian.
First oil tanker reaches India since US-Iran war disrupted supplies
A Liberian-flagged tanker, the Shenlong, carrying over 135,000 metric tons of Saudi crude oil has reached Mumbai.
'Premature to say anything now': India on Hormuz blockade relief
India has held talks with Iran on energy security and shipping, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.
Tanker carrying 1,35,335 metric tons of crude reaches Mumbai
A Liberian-flagged crude oil tanker, Shenlong Suezmax, has reached Mumbai port after successfully transiting the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
13 dead after consuming adulterated milk in Andhra Pradesh
At least 13 people have died and 11 others are under treatment in Andhra Pradesh's East Godavari district after allegedly consuming adulterated milk.
LPG shortage forces Infosys to trim campus food court menus
Infosys has temporarily reduced its food court services across Bengaluru, Chennai, and Pune campuses due to a shortage of commercial LPG supplies.
Iran allows Indian tankers to pass through Strait of Hormuz
Iran has permitted Indian-flagged tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global energy supplies, after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, multiple news channels reported.
Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan receives bomb threat amid ongoing Budget Session
The Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan in Mumbai received a bomb threat on Thursday, prompting a major security operation.
LPG prioritized for households, no need to panic buy: Centre
The Indian government has assured citizens that the supply of crude oil remains secure and has asked people not to panic about the availability of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
No LNG shortage in India, assures Modi government
Amid fears of a gas shortage, the Indian government has confirmed that two liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes are on their way to the country.
Induction cooktops sell out in India as LPG crisis deepens
India is facing an LPG supply crisis, with induction cooktops flying off the shelves on quick-commerce platforms like Blinkit, Zepto and Swiggy Instamart.
10,000 Punjab weddings under threat amid LPG supply disruption
A sudden halt in commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder supply has thrown Punjab into a tizzy.
SC blacklists professor, 2 others behind NCERT's controversial judiciary chapter
The Supreme Court has directed the Union government and states to disassociate from the three authors involved in drafting the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)'s now-withdrawn Class 8 Social Science textbook that contained a chapter on "corruption in the judiciary."
Judge tears up while allowing passive euthanasia for Harish Rana
Justice JB Pardiwala got emotional while delivering a verdict that allowed passive euthanasia for Harish Rana, in his early 30s, who has been in a vegetative state for 13 years.
SC allows passive euthanasia for man in 13-year vegetative state
The Supreme Court has allowed the withdrawal of life support for 32-year-old Harish Rana, who has been in a permanent vegetative state for 13 years.
Navy lance naik arrested for spying for Pakistan's ISI
The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested a serving Indian Navy Lance Naik, Adarsh Kumar, on charges of espionage for Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).
Centre's order bars filing of cases over diverted LNG supplies
The central government's Natural Gas (Supply Regulation) Order, issued on March 9 under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, contains a clause that prohibits entities receiving diverted natural gas supplies from filing court cases against revised supply arrangements.
100% assured supply of domestic piped gas to homes: Centre
The Union Government on Tuesday invoked the Essential Commodities Act (EC Act) to protect the domestic energy market amid global fuel supply pressures due to the West Asia conflict.
'Important issue': SC to hear Centre's plea on IT rules
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the Union Government's challenge against the Bombay High Court's September 2024 decision, which struck down certain provisions of the Information Technology Rules that allowed the establishment of Fact Check Units (FCUs) by the central government.
Speech-impaired teen beaten to death over World Cup final 'cheer'
A 17-year-old speech-impaired boy, Kundan Kumar, was allegedly beaten to death in Bihar's Vaishali district during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final.
PM Modi meets oil minister amid LPG shortage concerns
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently chairing a key meeting with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri to address the shortage of LPG triggered by the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
'Frame compensation policy for COVID vaccine side-effects': SC tells government
The Supreme Court has directed the central government to create a no-fault compensation policy for serious adverse events following COVID-19 vaccination.
Government invokes Essential Commodities Act to ensure uninterrupted LPG supply
The central government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, to regulate the availability, supply and equitable distribution of petroleum and petroleum products and natural gas.
India to give Bangladesh 5,000 ton diesel amid fuel concerns
India will supply 5,000 tons of diesel to Bangladesh through a pipeline. The consignment is expected to enter the country via the Parbatipur border on Tuesday.
Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai hotels face closure threat amid LPG shortage
The hotel and restaurant industry in Bengaluru, Chennai, and Mumbai is facing a crisis due to a shortage of commercial cooking gas cylinders.
NCERT issues 'unconditional apology' over 'corruption in judiciary' chapter
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has withdrawn the entire Class 8 social science textbook, Exploring Society: India and Beyond, and issued an apology after facing criticism over its Chapter IV.
Delhi riots accused Sharjeel Imam gets 10-day interim bail
A Delhi court has granted interim bail to Sharjeel Imam, an accused in the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots conspiracy case.
Delhi hits 35.7°C, scorches 50-year March record
Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 35.7°C on Saturday, the highest for the first week of March in the last five decades.
Manchester-bound IndiGo flight makes mid-air U-turn; lands back in Delhi
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Manchester made an unexpected mid-air U-turn on Monday after flying for about seven hours.
Indian consumer interest 'overriding priority' amid Iran war: S Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday said the Indian government's "overriding priority" amid the escalating conflict in West Asia is the welfare of its consumers.
44% Delhi water samples fail safety test; some even unbathable
A seven-day water sampling exercise by Hindustan Times at 18 locations in Delhi has revealed alarming levels of contamination.
Iran war disrupts LPG supply, Pune's largest crematorium faces crunch
Pune's Vaikunth Dham, the largest crematorium in Maharashtra, has temporarily stopped gas-based cremations due to a severe shortage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
North India scorches while Himachal shivers under fresh snow, rain
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has released its latest weather forecast for March 8.
Delhi: 2 Northeast students assaulted in separate incidents
Two students from the Northeast were allegedly assaulted near the Saket District Court Complex in Delhi on Sunday evening.
Delhi court discharges Lawrence Bishnoi in ₹1cr extortion case
A Delhi court has discharged gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and two others in an alleged ₹1 crore extortion case.
Odisha CM disburses ₹5,100cr under Subhadra Yojana on Women's Day
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has disbursed over ₹5,100 crore under the Subhadra Yojana on International Women's Day.
Delhi woman hides overnight in forest, narrowly escapes rape attempt
A 31-year-old woman from Delhi was forced to spend a night in a forest in Uttarakhand after allegedly escaping an attempted rape by her taxi driver.
PM Modi inaugurates ₹15,200cr GPRA project, launches Delhi Metro lines
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated a major housing and infrastructure project in Delhi.