Amidst global energy turmoil, India, under PM Modi’s leadership, bolstered domestic LPG output and secured diverse crude supplies. Strategic diplomacy and policy interventions successfully shielded citizens from potential shortages and price surges. The inauguration of the HPCL Rajasthan Refinery marks a significant step in India’s expanding refining prowess, positioning it as the world’s fourth-largest refining
Vehicle manufacturers are defending the government’s mandatory 20% ethanol blending in petrol, assuring the public that no engine damage has been observed. While acknowledging a slight drop in fuel efficiency for older vehicles due to lower calorific value, industry leaders state field experience has been positive. Discussions are ongoing with the government regarding flex-fuel vehicles
India’s road transport ministry is introducing mandatory cybersecurity and software update rules for advanced vehicles. Starting October, new models with Level-3 automation and above will need to comply, followed by existing models and then vehicles with over-the-air update capabilities. This proactive measure addresses the growing threat of cyberattacks on increasingly connected cars, ensuring safer journeys
India has declared 23 individuals from Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as terrorists, targeting Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish operatives. Home Minister Amit Shah stated these individuals are involved in anti-India activities, including terror attacks and recruitment. The designated terrorists are linked to significant attacks like Pathankot and the Rameshwaram Cafe blast, with some also involved in reconnaissance
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has accused the BJP of attempting to split opposition parties ahead of the monsoon session, warning that their true aim is to alter India’s Constitution. Despite efforts, Ramesh asserted the ruling party will not achieve the two-thirds majority needed for such a move, citing the ‘Ab ki Baar, 400 Paar’ slogan’s
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has apprehended Amit Bapna, former CFO of Reliance Capital Ltd, as part of its probe into Reliance ADA Group matters. Authorities allege Bapna, a key financial decision-maker, approved loans to intermediary firms despite knowing it violated RBI guidelines. Funds were reportedly diverted to various Reliance group entities, causing losses
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted India’s remarkable 12-year journey from shortages to self-reliance and confidence, culminating in the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’. He emphasized the success of ‘Make-in-India’, particularly in defence, with production soaring and exports reaching record highs. Singh also underscored the media’s vital role in national security and the nation’s enhanced global
Mamata Banerjee has reassumed leadership of her party amidst an organizational crisis, accusing the BJP of engineering defections through intimidation. She declared her Kolkata residence the party’s permanent office, asserting that supporters, not symbols or buildings, define Trinamool’s identity. Banerjee vowed to fight political persecution and warned rebels against aligning with the BJP while claiming
Thousands of pilgrims are continuing their journey to the sacred Shri Amarnath cave shrine. On Saturday, the third batch of 4,812 devotees departed from Jammu’s Yatri Niwas base camp. This follows a successful opening day where over 12,000 pilgrims offered prayers. The administration has made advance registration compulsory, and helicopter services are unavailable due to
Controversial comments by Kansas City Chiefs placekicker Harrison Butker regarding women’s roles and other social issues had sparked widespread debate in 2024. While teammates like Patrick Mahomes expressed disagreement but acknowledged Butker as a person, Travis Kelce defended him as a good teammate, though not endorsing his views back then. Amidst this, a viral rumor
