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Centre Clarifies eKYC Rule: Mandatory Only for Unverified LPG Customers

The Government of India has clarified that eKYC is required only for “unauthenticated” LPG customers, addressing confusion over earlier communication. The move comes as the country manages supply concerns amid global tensions affecting fuel markets. India has over 330 million LPG users, including beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana. The government stated that customers who have already completed their eKYC do not need to...

India Seeks Urea Supply from China as Gas Shortage Hits Fertilizer Production

India has asked China to allow the export of urea cargoes as a gas supply disruption linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East threatens fertilizer production in the country. Indian officials have requested Beijing to consider easing its export restrictions on urea after reduced supplies of liquefied natural gas forced several fertilizer plants in India to cut production. Natural gas is a key...

India-US Trade Deal Signals Reset in Bilateral Economic Ties

India and the United States have announced a major trade agreement aimed at easing tensions and restoring momentum to their economic relationship after nearly...

Countries Move to Strengthen Supply Chains Through a Critical Minerals Alliance

Around 20 countries, including the US, UK, EU members, Japan, Australia, India, and South Korea, will meet in Washington this week to discuss forming...

PM Modi Hails India-EU Trade Pact as Boost for Youth and Atmanirbhar Bharat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday described the India–European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a landmark step for India’s ambitious youth and the...

Supreme Court to Consider Urgent Hearing on Plea Challenging UGC Equity Regulations 2026

The Supreme Court has agreed to consider an urgent hearing on a petition challenging the constitutional validity of the University Grants Commission (Promotion of...

EU–India Seal Historic Free Trade Agreement, Creating World’s Largest Trade Zone

India and the European Union have concluded a landmark free trade agreement, marking one of the most comprehensive trade deals ever signed by either...

Delhi-NCR Sees Rainfall, Orange Alert Issued as Temperatures Dip

Delhi and the National Capital Region witnessed light to moderate rainfall on Friday morning, bringing brief relief from pollution and intensifying winter conditions. Areas...

India and Spain Strengthen Cooperation Against Terrorism and Global Challenges

India and Spain have reaffirmed their commitment to jointly combat terrorism and enhance cooperation across key sectors, including trade, defence, security, and technology. External...

Spain Says India–EU Trade Deal Close to Completion, Defence Ties to Strengthen

India and the European Union are close to finalising a major free trade agreement, Spain’s Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares said during his visit...

Delhi Air Quality Improves Slightly After Three Days of Severe Pollution

Delhi’s air quality showed a marginal improvement on Tuesday, shifting from the “severe” to the “very poor” category after three consecutive days of extremely...

India–EU Trade Talks Reach Historic Stage Ahead of January Summit

India and the European Union are in the final and most challenging phase of negotiations for a comprehensive free trade agreement (FTA), with officials...

Maharashtra Civic Polls: BJP-Led Mahayuti Sweeps Urban Bodies, Thackeray Stronghold Falls

The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance delivered a decisive victory in the Maharashtra civic elections, winning 23 of the 29 municipal corporations and marking a major...

Modi Welcomes German Chancellor Merz at Sabarmati Ashram on First India Visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday welcomed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, marking the German leader’s first official visit to...