India grapples with a severe cooking gas shortage, driven by Middle East conflict-induced import disruptions. Long queues and panic buying plague cities as supply chains strain. The government is prioritising household needs, cutting industrial allocations, while seeking to restore commercial supplies and urging a shift to alternatives like piped natural gas.
The BJP has nominated Ratna Debnath, mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder victim, from Panihati for the West Bengal Assembly elections. Her decision to contest on a BJP ticket stems from her pursuit of justice for her daughter and a broader fight for women’s safety. This move has sparked debate among
Two new reports highlight India’s growing role as a global AI hub, detailing the impact of artificial intelligence on its startup and Global Capability Center (GCC) ecosystems. The studies reveal how AI is accelerating innovation and forcing GCCs to shift from execution to co-creation to avoid displacement, emphasizing India’s unique advantages in this transformation.
Jannik Sinner reached the Miami Open quarter-finals after beating Alex Michelsen and setting a record of 28 consecutive Masters 1000 sets, surpassing Novak Djokovic. Despite a tough fight, he won in straight sets. Sinner stays on track for the Sunshine Double. Elsewhere, Frances Tiafoe advanced, while Martin Landaluce impressed with an emotional upset win.
Rana, who sustained a ligament strain in his right knee injury during India’s T20 World Cup warm-up match against South Africa, is currently undergoing rehabilitation.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated India does not act as a “broker” like Pakistan amid reports of mediation in the Iran conflict. The government asserted its proactive response to the crisis, prioritizing the safety of the Indian diaspora and energy security, while the opposition deemed the responses unsatisfactory.
