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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...

PM Modi Reaffirms India’s Commitment to Peace in Ukraine in Talks with Zelenskyy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and reiterated India’s consistent position on the urgent need for a peaceful...

Indian Railways to Introduce Three New Vande Bharat Express Trains

Indian Railways is set to launch three new Vande Bharat Express trains, expanding its network of semi-high-speed services. These new trains will enhance connectivity...

PM Modi Stands Firm on Farmers’ Interests Amid Trump’s Tariff Hike on Indian Exports

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reaffirmed India's unwavering support for its farmers in the wake of a steep increase in tariffs on Indian...

Six Years After Article 370 Abrogation: Omar Predicts Calm, Mehbooba Fears Further Disempowerment

On the eve of the sixth anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370, which stripped Jammu and Kashmir of its special constitutional status, political...

Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding Across Uttar Pradesh, Ganga Breaches Danger Mark in Varanasi

Torrential rainfall over the past three days has caused severe flooding across Uttar Pradesh, with the Ganga River in Varanasi rising above the danger...

Rajnath Singh Defends Operation Sindoor, Questions Opposition’s Intentions in Lok Sabha

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the Lok Sabha on Monday regarding the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent military response under Operation...

Parliament Braces for Intense Debate on Pahalgam Attack and Operation Sindoor

Parliament's Monsoon session is set to witness a fervent debate starting Monday, focusing on the recent Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. Both the ruling...

Fuel Cutoff Mystery: Preliminary Report Sheds Light on AI 171 Crash

The preliminary investigation into the Air India flight AI 171 crash has revealed a critical detail: both engine fuel control switches moved from ‘RUN’...

India, Brazil Forge Stronger Ties with Focus on Trade, Defence, and Anti-Terrorism Stance

India and Brazil have reaffirmed their commitment to deepen bilateral ties, with a shared vision for countering terrorism, expanding defence cooperation, and boosting trade....

PM Modi Outlines 4 Key Suggestions for Enhanced BRICS Cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the BRICS Summit Plenary session on "Strengthening Multilateralism, Economic-Financial Affairs, and Artificial Intelligence," has put forth four key suggestions...

Modi Extends OCI Cards to Sixth Generation of Indian Diaspora in Trinidad & Tobago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) cards will now be granted to the sixth generation of the Indian diaspora...

PM Modi Embarks on Five-Nation Tour: Highlighting Defence, Africa Outreach, and Multilateral Engagements

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a significant five-nation tour from July 2-9, visiting Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and...