LPG Shortage: Government Makes e-KYC Mandatory for Domestic Gas Consumers
Amid growing concerns over LPG cylinder shortages in several cities, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has made electronic Know Your Customer (e-KYC) verification mandatory for domestic LPG consumers across the country. The move comes as global fuel supplies face disruption due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. In […]
Why Iran Is Targeting Dubai Despite UAE Not Being Directly Involved in the War
Dubai, long known as a symbol of stability and prosperity in the Middle East, has unexpectedly found itself caught in the escalating conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel. For decades, the Gulf city promoted itself as a safe global hub for tourism, finance, and trade — seemingly distant from the region’s conflicts. However, […]
Arshdeep Singh Fined by ICC for Code of Conduct Breach During T20 World Cup Final
Indian fast bowler Arshdeep Singh has been penalised by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for breaching the Code of Conduct during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The ICC imposed a fine of 15 percent of Arshdeep’s match fee and added one demerit […]
PM Modi Reviews LPG and Gas Supply Amid West Asia Conflict, Govt Invokes Essential Commodities Act
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a high-level meeting with Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to review the country’s liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supply situation in light of the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The meeting focused on assessing potential disruptions to fuel supplies as […]
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers Resigns; Rahul Bhatia Takes Interim Charge After Airline’s Operational Crisis
India’s largest airline, IndiGo, announced on Tuesday that its Chief Executive Officer Pieter Elbers has stepped down from his position with immediate effect. The airline’s Managing Director Rahul Bhatia will temporarily oversee the company’s operations until a new CEO is appointed. In a regulatory filing, InterGlobe Aviation Ltd, the parent company of IndiGo, said its […]
Saudi Aramco Tops Global Oil Giants List; Indian Firms ONGC, IOC and Oil India Feature in Top 100
The global oil and gas industry continues to be dominated by energy giants from Saudi Arabia, the United States, and China. A recent ranking of the world’s largest oil and gas companies by market capitalisation places Saudi Aramco firmly at the top, highlighting the massive scale of its operations and reserves. Saudi Arabia’s state-owned Aramco […]
Russia Remains Key Defence Partner for India Despite Pressure from the US
Even as the United States has expressed discomfort over India’s close defence ties with Russia, Moscow continues to remain a crucial pillar of India’s military capabilities. While New Delhi is increasingly diversifying its defence procurement and strengthening domestic manufacturing, Russian equipment still forms a significant part of India’s arsenal. According to the latest report from […]
India Sends Emergency Diesel Supply to Bangladesh via Friendship Pipeline Amid Global Oil Disruptions
India has begun supplying diesel to Bangladesh through the India-Bangladesh Friendship Pipeline as the neighbouring country faces a severe fuel shortage triggered by disruptions in global oil supplies amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. According to officials from the Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC), around 5,000 tonnes of diesel are being transported from the Numaligarh […]
Government raises LPG refill waiting period to 25 days amid Middle East tensions
The government has increased the minimum waiting period for booking a refill of domestic LPG cylinders from 21 days to 25 days. The decision has been taken to prevent hoarding and ensure fair distribution of cooking gas across the country, according to government sources quoted by news agency PTI. Officials said the move is part […]
PM Modi congratulates Team India after historic T20 World Cup 2026 triumph
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian cricket team after their dominant victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final, praising the players for their exceptional performance and determination throughout the tournament. India secured the championship in style by defeating New Zealand by 96 runs in the final held at the Narendra Modi […]