Hardeep Singh Puri: News
Hardeep Singh Puri is a diplomat who has upheld India’s interests in various international forums such as the United Nations, Brazil, UK, Uruguay Round of UNDP/UNCTAD trade negotiations, etc. He completed a natural arc when he joined national politics in 2014 and later became a minister. Born on February 15, 1952, in Delhi, Puri completed his graduation and post-graduation in History from Hindu College, University of Delhi. He was a 1974-batch IFS officer. From 1994-1997, he served as a Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs. He was India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations during 2009-2013 and served as the President of the Security Council from August 2011 to November 2012. After retirement, he joined the International Peace Institute in 2013. It was BJP’s national security policy that attracted him to the party in 2014. In 2018, he became a member of the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh. In the second Narendra Modi government, he was appointed as the Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Housing and Urban Affairs and Civil Aviation and Minister of State for Commerce and Industry (2019-2021). During a cabinet overhaul in 2021, he was appointed as the Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas and Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs.
Remove articles linking Hardeep Puri's daughter to Epstein: Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court has ordered the removal of defamatory content linking Himayani Puri, daughter of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, to child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Hardeep Puri's daughter moves court over links to Jeffrey Epstein
Himayani Puri, daughter of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, has filed a ₹10 crore defamation suit in the Delhi High Court, seeking to remove online content linking her to the late child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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.
'Epstein' chants erupt as Rahul Gandhi attacks Hardeep Puri
Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has slammed the central government for allowing the United States to dictate India's oil purchase policies.
'No fuel shortage; LPG production up 28%': Hardeep Puri
Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has said that there is no fuel shortage in India while apprising the Parliament about India's energy supply situation.
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.
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).
Trump OKs India's Russian oil buys to 'take pressure off'
United States President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of a temporary waiver for India to buy Russian oil.
LPG price hike: Check new rates for domestic, commercial cylinders
The price of domestic cooking gas, or Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), has been hiked by ₹60 per cylinder from today.
India fully prepared, energy supplies robust: Centre amid Middle-East conflict
India is well-prepared to tackle any short-term disruptions in energy supplies due to the current situation in the Middle East, Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said.
'We are ready': Congress challenges BJP's motion against Rahul Gandhi
Congress MP K C Venugopal has defended his party leader Rahul Gandhi after Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Nishikant Dubey submitted a substantive motion against the LoP.
'Let's do it together': Rahul approaches BJP leaders briefing reporters
In an incident perceived as cheeky by some and inappropriate by others in the Parliament complex, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi approached Union Ministers Pralhad Joshi and Ashwini Vaishnaw who were addressing reporters.
'Only met Epstein...': Hardeep Puri refutes Rahul Gandhi's charge
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has clarified his brief association with disgraced American financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Tejasvi detained for trying to stage protest near metro station
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Tejasvi Surya was briefly detained by the police on Monday near Jayanagar Metro station in Bengaluru after he again tried to stage a protest in front of the station.
Mahua Moitra asks why Puri is 'inviting fun' for Epstein
Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has demanded clarification on the recent revelations in the Epstein Files, which mention Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.
India signs first-ever long-term LPG import deal with US
In a major development, India has signed its first-ever one-year liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) import deal with the United States.
'₹15-20cr spent': TMC alleges votes bought during VP election
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has alleged that a huge amount of money was spent to influence votes in the recent Vice Presidential elections.
India may get cheaper oil, more S-400s from Russia: Reports
India is reportedly set to receive higher Russian oil discounts and an increased supply of S-400 surface-to-air missile systems.
'Those pointing fingers...': Oil minister dismisses Trump aide's 'laundromat' remark
Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri has hit back at United States trade advisor Peter Navarro's "laundromat" comment on India.
'India has enough...energy supplies': Hardeep Puri amid Middle East tensions
India, the world's third-largest oil importer and fourth-largest gas buyer, has enough energy supplies to last several weeks.
Modi government ensures steady fuel supply amid Middle East conflict
India, the world's third-largest oil importer and fourth-biggest gas buyer, has sufficient energy supplies to last for several weeks.
Saket Gokhale apologizes to ex-diplomat Lakshmi Puri over defamatory posts
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Saket Gokhale on Tuesday publicly apologized to former diplomat Lakshmi Murdeshwar Puri for a series of defamatory tweets posted way back in June 2021.
Your LPG cylinder will get costlier by ₹50 from tomorrow
The price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders in India will increase by ₹50 per cylinder from tomorrow.
Modi government increases excise duty on petrol, diesel by ₹2/liter
The Indian government has hiked the excise duty on petrol and diesel by ₹2 per liter, owing to fluctuations in global oil prices.
BJP to elect new national president by mid-March
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will have a new national president by mid-March.
'President wasn't tired': Rashtrapati Bhavan slams Sonia's 'poor thing' remark
The Rashtrapati Bhavan has slammed Congress leader Sonia Gandhi for her "poor thing" remark on President Droupadi Murmu.
India is set to increase US oil purchases: Here's why
India is gearing up to increase its imports of US oil and gas, in line with President Donald Trump's push to maximize American energy production.
India to achieve 20% biofuel blending target by February
Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, has announced that India will achieve its 20% biofuel blending target by next month.
'Won't contest Delhi polls if...': Kejriwal's 'slum' dare to Shah
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal has challenged Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the issue of slum demolitions in Delhi.
BJP lists Kejriwal's '10 failed promises,' questions AAP's credibility
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has stepped up its attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and its chief Arvind Kejriwal.
'Arrest Hardeep Puri...': Kejriwal's charge against minister over Rohingya issue
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal has called for the arrest of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri over the Rohingya refugee settlement issue in Delhi.
Kejriwal promises ₹18,000 salary for priests if AAP wins Delhi
Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has announced a new welfare scheme, the Pujari Granthi Samman Yojana. Under this initiative, temple priests and gurdwara granthis will get a monthly salary of ₹18,000 if the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) returns to power in the upcoming Delhi elections.
'Tharoor gave...invitees list': Hardeep Puri on 2009 dinner with Soros
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor are caught in a row over a 2009 dinner in New York, which was attended by billionaire George Soros.
Shashi Tharoor clarifies on calling billionaire George Soros 'old friend'
Shashi Tharoor has denied any financial or political ties with United States investor George Soros after a 15-year-old post, in which the Congress MP referred to Soros as an "old friend," resurfaced.
Rajya Sabha to hold Constitution debate amid no-trust motion row
The Rajya Sabha will hold a two-day debate on the Constitution from Monday.
'India did world favor by buying Russian oil': Hardeep Puri
Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has said India's decision to buy oil from Russia amid global uncertainties prevented a potential spike in global oil prices.
'BJP spreading lies...': Rahul defends his remarks on Sikhs
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has defended his recent comments about the Sikh community in the United States, which drew sharp criticism from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
'Not exit poll, it's Modi's fantasy poll…': Rahul
A day after exit polls predicted a massive victory for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the Lok Sabha election, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has termed the exercise Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "fantasy poll."
BJP sues Atishi for 'BJP approached me' claim
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has issued a legal notice to Delhi Minister Atishi over allegations that the party approached her to join the party.
Kejriwal's arrest: Wife Sunita makes 'dictatorship' claim against BJP
After the Rouse Avenue Court sent Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to 15-day judicial custody, his wife Sunita Kejriwal on Monday hit out at the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Centre.
'Madam prepping for post': Union minister's swipe at Sunita Kejriwal
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday took a swipe at Sunita Kejriwal, wife of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, saying that she is preparing to take over his position.
India to become $5 trillion economy by 2024-25: Hardeep Puri
Union Petroleum Minister, Hardeep Singh Puri predicts that India's economy will hit a $5 trillion valuation by 2024-25 and double to $10 trillion by 2030.
India to hit $5tn economy before 2028: Hardeep Singh Puri
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri is confident that India can become a $5 trillion economy well before the previously estimated year of 2028.
India will buy Venezuelan oil, confirms Oil Minister Hardeep Puri
India is set to purchase Venezuelan oil, as announced by Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday.