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LPG crisis: Delhi Police warns about scammers posing as suppliers
The Delhi Police have issued a warning about a rise in cyber fraud targeting residents with fake LPG booking messages, and malicious mobile applications.
'Cowardly': India condemns Pakistan's airstrike on Kabul hospital, killing 400
India has strongly condemned Pakistan for its airstrike on the Omid Addiction Treatment Hospital in Kabul on Monday night, killing at least 400 people.
LPG tanker Nanda Devi reaches India from Strait of Hormuz
The LPG tanker Nanda Devi has reached Vadinar Port in Gujarat, India. The vessel is carrying over 47,000 metric tons of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
19-year-old dental student held for links to ISIS online module
The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested a 19-year-old dental student, Haarish Ali, for his alleged links with an online module of the banned terrorist organization ISIS.
India rejects US commission's report on religious freedom violations
The Indian government has strongly rejected a report by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF).
LPG tanker Shivalik reaches Gujarat after crossing Strait of Hormuz
The LPG tanker Shivalik has reached Mundra Port in Gujarat days after sailing from the Persian Gulf and crossing the volatile Strait of Hormuz.
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.