New Delhi: The Centre on Sunday said adequate supplies of petrol, diesel and LPG are being maintained across the country amid the evolving West Asia situation, urging citizens not to panic. In an update issued by the Press Information Bureau, the government said over 6.6 lakh 5-kg LPG cylinders have been sold since March 23, Read More…
New Delhi: The Centre has intensified efforts to ensure adequate cooking gas supply, stepping up the sale of smaller LPG cylinders amid concerns linked to the Strait of Hormuz situation. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, around 6.6 lakh 5-kg LPG cylinders have been sold across the country since March 23 to Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Gold prices increased in the state on Thursday, continuing recent market fluctuations. The price of gold rose to ₹13,880 per gram, with one sovereign reaching ₹1,11,040. The rate of 18-carat gold also went up to ₹11,470 per gram, while 8 grams is priced at ₹91,760. Silver prices remained at ₹2,000 for 8 grams. Market Read More…
EW DELHI: The new financial year has come into effect from April 1, bringing several changes in banking, taxation and financial transactions. Two-step authentication has been made mandatory for all digital transactions to enhance security and verify device ownership. In banking updates, SBI credit card users will now need a minimum of 4,000 points to Read More…
NEW DELHI: The government has mandated that only made-in-India CCTV products will be sold in the country from April 1. The move comes after the deadline to clear existing stocks of imported, non-certified units ends on March 31. Officials said the sale of CCTV cameras without Standardisation Testing and Quality Certification (STQC) has been barred. Read More…
NEW DELHI: India is set to receive its first Iranian crude oil cargo since 2019, with a shipment heading towards Gujarat. According to ship tracking data, a vessel carrying around 600,000 barrels of crude oil is en route to Vadinar port. The development follows a recent sanctions waiver by the United States, allowing limited trade Read More…
NEW DELHI: The central government on Monday clarified that there is no fuel shortage in India and supplies remain stable across the country. Officials said petrol pumps and LPG outlets are operating normally with adequate stock. The assurance comes amid concerns linked to the ongoing West Asia conflict. The government urged people not to believe Read More…
The Bihar government has constituted a crisis management group to ensure uninterrupted supply of essential goods and services in view of the ongoing West Asia conflict. According to the state’s Disaster Management Department, the group will be headed by Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit. The panel includes senior officials such as the development commissioner, the additional Read More…
Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated Phase I of the Noida International Airport in Uttar Pradesh, calling it a major step in boosting connectivity and development. He said the airport will benefit several regions, including Agra, Mathura, and Meerut, and create opportunities for farmers, industries, and youth. Modi highlighted that the project marks a new phase Read More…
Gold prices in the state have increased again after a brief decline in recent days. The price of gold rose to ₹13,575 per gram. The price of one sovereign (8 grams) is now ₹1,08,600. However, 18-carat gold saw a slight hike and is priced at ₹11,215 per gram, with 8 grams costing ₹89,720. Silver is Read More…