Thousands are switching from LPG to piped natural gas (PNG) as the government urges more to adopt the cleaner fuel. This move aims to free up LPG for areas without pipeline access, especially amid global supply pressures. Expansion of PNG networks is accelerating, with incentives offered to encourage the shift.
Modi Says Govt Working to Shield India From West Asia War Impact Outlook India
Royal Challengers Bengaluru began their Indian Premier League 2026 season with a strong victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Devdutt Padikkal and Virat Kohli’s partnership was key in chasing a 202-run target. Padikkal highlighted Kohli’s guidance and the support from coaches. This win marks a significant start for the defending champions.
A social media post claims Sam Altman’s OpenAI may have triggered a decade-long consumer hardware crisis. Allegations suggest non-binding deals for memory chips inflated prices significantly. These agreements, reportedly for 40% of global supply, were not actual purchase orders. The market reacted as if they were real, causing prices to double.
Prime Minister Modi assured minimal impact from the Middle East war on India, prioritizing the safety of citizens abroad. He criticized the Congress for making “dangerous” statements on the sensitive issue for political gain. Modi also attacked Kerala’s ruling fronts, LDF and UDF, for corruption and poor governance, positioning BJP-NDA as a viable alternative.
Tiger Woods was arrested after a Florida car crash despite a 0.00 breathalyzer result, raising questions about impairment and legal consequences. The situation escalated when Antonio Brown posted, “Tiger Woods drives a car exactly how you would think a black Asian drives”, sparking backlash and shifting focus from concern to controversy online.
Harbhajan Singh went viral after hitting back at a troll who called him, Virender Sehwag, and Aakash Chopra “three clowns” during an IPL broadcast. He replied, “Inme se ek ko papa chun le,” earning praise for his witty comeback. The exchange sparked debate on trolling, highlighting how quickly social media reactions can escalate during major
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos envisions a future with a trillion humans inhabiting the solar system, living in vast space stations rather than on planets. He believes this expansion, fueled by off-world resources and reduced space travel costs, will unlock unprecedented innovation and growth, preserving Earth while fostering a vibrant, energetic solar system teeming with life
The National Stock Exchange is launching Dated Brent Crude Oil futures on April 13, 2026, following SEBI approval. These contracts, based on the globally recognized Platts benchmark, aim to enhance price discovery and hedging for domestic participants. Trading will occur in 100-barrel units with initial daily price bands, and settlement will be in rupees based
