(TH) Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday said India has not increased fuel prices in the last four years and has sufficient stocks of crude oil, LNG and LPG despite the ongoing disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking on the sidelines of the CII Annual Business Summit 2026 in New Delhi, Puri said India remained in a stable position even as several countries were facing shortages and rising energy prices due to the continued disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz. “In the last four years, there has been no increase in prices. Today, we…
Author: Aruna Sharma
Safeguarding public funds in National Highway projects, NHAI has successfully defended two major arbitration cases related to the Panipat–Jalandhar section of NH-44. The disputes involved high-value claims raised by concessionaires against NHAI in connection with the execution and operation of the National Highway project. The two arbitration matters together involved claims exceeding Rs. 8,375 crores towards alleged termination payments, compensation for loss of toll revenue, prolongation costs, escalation, extension of the concession period, damages arising from project delays and other associated financial claims. After extensive hearings and detailed examination of contractual provisions, technical records, evidence and expert submissions, the Hon’ble…
Highlighting the contribution of AIIMS in healthcare delivery, the Vice President noted that the institute has emerged as the nation’s primary engine of medical innovation and healthcare excellence, setting the highest standards of patient care and modern medicine while continuing to remain remarkably affordable for the common people. He observed that from pandemic resilience to rural healthcare outreach, the “AIIMS brand” has become synonymous with trust and integrity across India and the South-East Asian region. The Vice President appreciated Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare and President of AIIMS, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, along with the Director and faculty…
Genus Innovation Ltd., a leading player in India’s energy storage systems (ESS) and renewable energy management solutions (REMS), today announced the launch of its Hi-FLO Hybrid Solar Inverter, marking a strategic expansion of its portfolio in the fast-evolving distributed energy and rooftop solar market. The launch was unveiled at the Uttar Pradesh Energy Expo 2026, at a time when India’s residential and commercial solar adoption is accelerating, driven by policy support and increasing demand for energy reliability. With hybrid energy systems emerging as a critical enabler of energy independence, Genus Innovation’s latest offering is designed to address the growing need…
Narendra Modi flagged off two new Amrit Bharat Express trains—Varanasi to Pune (Hadapsar) and Ayodhya to Mumbai (Lokmanya Tilak Terminus)—to strengthen rail connectivity between Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra. This move is especially significant for Uttar Pradesh, as key pilgrimage cities like Varanasi and Ayodhya attract millions of devotees, and improved links to major hubs like Mumbai and Pune are expected to boost tourism.
उत्तर प्रदेश में माैसम में बदलाव महसूस किया गया। विक्षोभ के असर से यूपी के कुछ पश्चिमी और बुंदेलखंड के जिलों में तेज हवाओं के साथ हल्की बूंदाबांदी हुई। इसके साथ ही पूरे प्रदेश में लू के प्रकोप से निजात मिली और लोगों को तपिश से राहत मिली। मंगलवार को बांदा लगातार दूसरे दिन देश भर में सबसे गर्म और अप्रैल माह में छठवीं बार प्रदेश में सर्वाधिक गर्म दर्ज हुआ। माैसम विभाग ने बताया कि बीते 27 अप्रैल को बांदा 47.6 डिग्री के साथ देश ही नहीं पूरे विश्व में सर्वाधिक गर्म रहा। मंगलवार को झांसी में 6.9 मिमी,…
India has successfully met its all-time highest peak electricity demand of 256.1 GW on 25th April 2026 at 15:38hrs without any shortage, while simultaneously maintaining electricity exports to neighbouring countries. This milestone surpasses the previous all-time high of 250 GW recorded on 30th May 2024 and exceeds the peak of 245.4 GW observed on 09th January 2026 during the last financial year. The rise in demand is in line with the progression of summer conditions across the country, with electricity consumption witnessing a significant growth of 8.9% during the month of April 2026 (01st to 27th Apr) over the corresponding period last year. The achievement has been supported by record capacity…
Shri Sandeep Poundrik, Secretary, Ministry of Steel inaugurated the Skill Development training courses at National Institute of Secondary Steel Technology (NISST), Mandi Gobindgarh. This novel initiative is aimed at enhancing employability and empowering ITI students as well as shop floor employees from secondary steel sector with industry-relevant skills. The event was attended by Joint Secretaries and other officials of the Ministry of Steel, Industry associations and representatives from secondary sector. Secretary (Steel), highlighted that the steel production capacity will reach approximately from 200 to 300 million tonnes by 2030. So, there is a strong potential for job creation, explaining that…
Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan today reviewed the availability, printing, and distribution of textbooks published by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) for the ongoing academic session. Secretary, Department of School Education & Literacy, Shri Sanjay Kumar, along with the senior officials from the Ministry of Education and NCERT were present during the meeting. Shri Pradhan reviewed the preparation of the upcoming NCERT Textbooks. The Minister also assessed stock positions across States and Union Territories and examined coordination with state authorities and distribution agencies to ensure the timely delivery of books, particularly to students in rural…
As the Lucknow sun ushers in the season of sherbets, afternoon siestas and scented evenings, Taneira, a TATA product, adds a romantic refresh strengthening its occasion-led portfolio with the launch of its The Valley of Flowers and Inaya collections. Together, the collections present a diverse, design-led range of sarees that balance timeless craftsmanship with contemporary expression. Thoughtfully crafted for every moment, from weddings and festive occasions to parties and elevated everyday celebrations, the new collections bring a stylish, seasonal upgrade to every wardrobe. The collections are thoughtfully designed to stand apart, offering differentiated styles that help women make a statement…