Petrol, diesel prices hiked again within a week; rates up by 90 paise
New Delhi, May 19: Petrol and diesel prices were hiked once again across major Indian cities on Monday, with petrol rates increasing by up to 96 paise and diesel by as much as 94 paise, marking the second fuel price revision within five days. In Delhi, petrol prices rose by 87 paise to Rs 98
Fuel prices hiked by up to Rs 3 per litre amid West Asia crisis and crude oil surge
New Delhi, May 15: Petrol and diesel prices were increased by up to Rs 3 per litre across the country on Friday, as rising global crude oil prices—fuelled by escalating tensions in West Asia—continue to impact the international energy market. In the national capital, petrol price
Govt tests nationwide emergency mobile alert system; phones buzz across India
New Delhi, May 2: Mobile phones across India beeped on Saturday as the union government tested its new disaster warning system, sending emergency-style alerts to millions of users nationwide. The alert, labelled ‘Extremely Severe Alert’, informed citizens that the message was onl
NSA Ajit Doval meets UAE President, discusses strategic ties and West Asia situation
NSA Ajit Doval met Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi, with discussions focusing on strengthening bilateral cooperation and reviewing the evolving situation in West Asia. The meeting, held as part of Doval’s official visit to the United Arab Emirates, centred on advancing the Comprehens
Raghav Chadha quits AAP, set to join BJP; more Rajya Sabha MPs may follow
New Delhi, Apr 24: In a major political development, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Raghav Chadha has quit the party and is set to merge with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), a move that could significantly impact AAP’s strength in the Rajya Sabha. Launching a sharp attack on his former
Toll collection turns cashless nationwide; extra charge for non-FASTag users
New Delhi, Apr 10: New rules for vehicle users have come into effect from Friday, bringing a significant change for highway travellers across the country. Commuters are advised to take note of these changes before heading onto highways, as cash payments at toll plazas have now been completely d
Confirmed Ticket Cancelled? You Won't Get a Refund If You Do This. New Railways Rule Explained
New Delhi: The Indian Railways is preparing to roll out a series of reforms aimed at improving operations, ticketing transparency and freight movement, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Tuesday. Speaking at a press conference, Vaishnaw said around five key reforms will soon be introduc
Muslim Law Board Opposes Centre’s ‘Vande Mataram’ Directive, Says ‘It Is Unconstitutional’
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has termed the central government’s notification, making it mandatory to recite all verses of “Vande Mataram" in schools and official functions as “unconstitutional" and against “religious freedom and secular values.&
Supreme Court’s stern warning to WhatsApp over privacy sparks nationwide debate
New Delhi, Feb 3: For millions of Indians, WhatsApp is not just another mobile application but an integral part of daily life. From family conversations and office coordination to small business transactions, the platform sits at the centre of India’s digital communication ecosystem. Agai
FASTag KYV dropped from Feb 1; banks, credit cards and IMPS rules also revised
Mumbai/New Delhi, Feb 2: In a major relief to motorists, the Know Your Vehicle (KYV) verification requirement for FASTag has been withdrawn with effect from February 1, with banks now tasked with verifying vehicle details at the time of FASTag issuance. The change is among several finance-re
Gold, silver extend sharp fall on MCX amid profit booking, margin hike worries
New Delhi, Feb 2: Gold and silver prices continued their sharp downward trend for the third consecutive session on Monday, slipping further in futures trade on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), as aggressive profit booking followed last month’s record-breaking rally. Market data show
Sunetra Pawar takes oath as Maharashtra’s first woman deputy CM
Mumbai, Jan 31: Sunetra Pawar (62), wife of late NCP chief and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, was on Saturday sworn in as Maharashtra’s first woman deputy chief minister at a ceremony held in Lok Bhavan, Mumbai. Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat administered the oath of office to
AIMPLB Condemns Assam CM’s Inflammatory Remarks, Seeks Supreme Court’s Suo Motu Action
New Delhi, January 30, 2026 (Press release) The All India Muslim Personal Law Board strongly condemns the recent anti-Muslim and deeply divisive statements made by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The Board has urged the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India to take immediate suo motu c
Indian Railways’ auto-upgrade option lets passengers travel AC at no extra cost
New Delhi, Jan 17: As passenger traffic surges on long-distance trains, Indian Railways has reiterated a little-known but highly beneficial provision that allows travellers to be upgraded to a higher class without paying any additional fare. The auto-upgradation facility, if opted for at the
Trump hints at fresh tariffs on India over continued Russian oil imports
Washington, Jan 5: US President Donald Trump has hinted at imposing additional tariffs on India for continuing to import oil from Russia, stating that New Delhi is aware of Washington’s dissatisfaction over the issue. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, President Trump said Pri
RBI clarifies Rs 2,000 notes still legal, explains steps to exchange remaining currency
Mumbai, Jan 5: Amid continued public confusion over the validity of Rs 2,000 banknotes, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has clarified that the denomination continues to be legal tender, although it has been withdrawn from circulation. In an official statement, the central bank said, “T
Railways mandates Aadhaar verification for first-day ticket bookings from Jan 12
New Delhi, Jan 1: The Indian Railways has announced a major change in ticket booking rules, making Aadhaar verification mandatory for passengers booking general class tickets on the first day of the advance reservation period through the IRCTC portal, effective January 12. The new rule follo
Indian Railways allows ticket booking till 30 minutes before train departure
New Delhi, Dec 29: Indian Railways permits passengers to book train tickets up to 30 minutes before a train’s departure under the “Current Booking” facility, without levying any additional charges. The facility is aimed at passengers who require last-minute travel, miss the
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