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The Congress in Karnataka has criticised the recent fuel price reduction, calling it a political move designed to benefit oil companies rather than provide lasting relief to consumers. The party also warned that petrol and diesel prices could be raised again after the elections, turning the current cut into what it described as a temporary […]
Defence National
India’s Defence Acquisition Council is expected to consider a series of major procurement proposals covering air defence, strike capability, transport aircraft and new-age unmanned systems, in what could become one of the most significant defence clearance rounds of the year. DAC May Clear Major Defence Deals The meeting, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, is […]
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India has defended its latest fuel tax cut, with Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri saying the Centre chose to protect consumers from the global energy shock instead of passing the full burden on through higher petrol and diesel prices. The decision comes amid rising international fuel prices linked to the West Asia conflict and disruption […]
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India has cut special additional excise duties on petrol and diesel as the government moves to cushion fuel markets from the shock caused by the Iran war and the disruption around the Strait of Hormuz. The decision comes as oil and gas supplies remain under pressure and concerns over import costs continue to grow. India […]
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Election authorities have intensified enforcement ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, with total seizures of cash, liquor, drugs, precious metals and other inducements crossing Rs 400 crore. The Election Commission said the action covers poll-bound Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, along with bye-elections in six other states, as it seeks to ensure
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Rahul Gandhi struck an emotional note during a Kerala election rally through a virtual address after Sonia Gandhi was hospitalised, using a personal story from the hospital to praise the care shown by a nurse from Kerala. The Congress leader linked the experience to what he described as the “spirit of Keralam” as the party […]
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Indian Railways has imposed a total penalty of Rs 60 lakh after a complaint about poor-quality food served on a Vande Bharat Express, in one of the strongest recent actions taken over onboard catering standards. The action followed a passenger complaint on the Patna-Tatanagar Vande Bharat Express, prompting the Railways to penalise both IRCTC and […]