The Central government has clarified that there will be no increase in fuel prices even after the ongoing Assembly elections in five states are concluded. The assurance comes amid the final phase of polling in West Bengal, where voting is underway on Tuesday. Addressing concerns over a possible hike, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Read More…
Kerala’s dairy cooperative Milma has decided to increase the price of milk by ₹4 per litre, with the revised rates set to come into effect after May 6, the board of directors announced. The decision was taken at a meeting of the board, following earlier discussions on revising milk prices. The hike comes after receiving Read More…
A major milestone in Uttar Pradesh’s infrastructure journey is set to unfold on Wednesday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the 594-km-long Ganga Expressway, one of the country’s most ambitious highway projects. Stretching from Meerut to Prayagraj, the high-speed corridor promises to transform how people and goods move across the state. For commuters, it means Read More…
Gold prices witnessed a further increase on today, according to market data, indicating a continued upward trend in the bullion market. The price of 22-carat gold (916) has risen to ₹14,155 per gram, marking an increase of ₹35 per gram. For 8 grams, the rate now stands at ₹1,13,240. Meanwhile, 18-carat gold is priced at Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted India’s scientific progress and clean energy initiatives during his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat. Speaking about recent achievements, the Prime Minister said India’s civil nuclear programme continues to play a key role in national development, benefiting sectors such as industry, energy, healthcare, and agriculture. He noted that Read More…
The Civil Supplies Commissioner has directed consumers who have access to piped natural gas (PNG) to surrender their LPG connections immediately. The move comes amid ongoing restrictions on LPG distribution across the country due to the prevailing geopolitical situation in West Asia. The directive follows a Gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Read More…
Gold prices have witnessed an increase, with 916 hallmark gold being priced at ₹14,120 per gram and ₹1,12,960 for 8 grams, according to the latest rate update released on today. The rate for 18-carat gold stands at ₹11,660 per gram, while 8 grams is priced at ₹93,280. Meanwhile, silver is being sold at ₹260 per Read More…
Noted economist Ashok Lahiri and scientist Gobardhan Das have been appointed as Vice-Chairman and Member, respectively, of NITI Aayog, according to government sources. Ashok Lahiri, currently a BJP MLA in West Bengal, has previously served as Chief Economic Adviser to the Government of India and was a member of the 15th Finance Commission. He is Read More…
India has said it is in touch with Nepal following reports that Kathmandu may enforce customs duties on goods carried by travellers from India. Responding to queries during a weekly briefing, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said New Delhi is closely engaged with the Nepali side on the issue. He noted that reports Read More…
Bharat Taxi has expanded its services to Mumbai with the launch of a driver onboarding initiative aimed at strengthening urban mobility and improving driver livelihoods. The programme was inaugurated on April 23 by Piyush Goyal at Kamla Vihar Sports Club in Kandivali West. The event saw participation from hundreds of auto-rickshaw and cab drivers, along Read More…