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Government assures strong fuel security: No LPG shortage, crude reserves secured, PNG transition underway

India’s fuel supply remains stable and secure. The government assures citizens that petrol, diesel, and LPG are readily available nationwide. Officials are combating a misinformation campaign designed to create panic. Strategic reserves are robust, covering approximately 60 days of supply. Domestic production and imports ensure continuous availability of essential fuels.

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Middle East conflict hits rice traders: Basmati exporters left pending payments; funds ranging Rs 2,000 to Rs 25,000 crore in limbo

West Asia’s escalating conflict is severely impacting India’s premium basmati rice trade, with thousands of crores in payments pending and consignments stuck at ports. This disruption threatens significant losses for Indian traders and could negatively affect farming communities. The government is assessing the broader implications for various Indian sectors exposed to the region.

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UAE car insurance explained: Which one is better? Does it cover flood damage

UAE car owners face a crucial choice: mandatory third-party insurance or optional comprehensive cover. While third-party is cheaper, it leaves your own vehicle and medical costs exposed. Comprehensive offers full protection against damage, theft, and weather, becoming increasingly vital due to rising repair expenses and extreme weather risks. Consider your vehicle’s value and your risk

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UDAN 2.0 scheme: How will it benefit consumers? Check key features of the aviation initiative

India’s UDAN 2.0 scheme, with a Rs 28,000 crore outlay, aims to significantly boost regional air travel over 10 years. The revamped initiative will develop 100 airports, support aerodrome operations, build helipads, and provide financial aid to airlines, enhancing connectivity to Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.

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How Iran’s hit on Qatar LNG will hit global supply to buyers like India, Pakistan; China largely secure

Prior to the conflict, analysts had projected global LNG supply to increase by up to 10% this year, reaching between 460 million and 484 million metric tonnes, supported by new capacity additions.

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Toll system in Strait of Hormuz? Iran drafts bill to charge ships for safe passage amid war

The Middle East war has intensified an oil crisis as Iran’s actions in the Strait of Hormuz disrupt global energy supplies. While the Red Sea’s Bab el-Mandeb Strait is considered an alternative, it also faces threats. Reopening Hormuz is complicated by its geography and requires significant security measures, including a multinational coalition, to overcome the

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Gold, silver price prediction today (March 26, 2026): Will gold rally to Rs 1.55 lakh/10 grams & silver touch Rs 2.60 lakh/kg?

Gold and silver price prediction today: Gold and silver prices may sustain their up move in the coming sessions, says Abhilash Koikkara, Head – Forex & Commodities, Nuvama Professional Clients Group.

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‘Friendly nations’ only: Iran allows India, Pakistan, 3 other countries to use Strait of Hormuz amid war

Iran has opened the Strait of Hormuz for friendly nations like India, China, Russia, Iraq, and Pakistan. This comes as UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged an end to the conflict and the reopening of the vital waterway. The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial oil route, and its volatility impacts global energy flows amid regional

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