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Due to escalating global tensions involving the US, Israel and Iran, IndianOil raised premium petrol (XP100) price from ₹149 to ₹160 per litre in Delhi. Aviation turbine fuel (jet fuel) crossed ₹2 lakh per kilolitre, a historic high, while premium diesel and commercial LPG also saw increases, reflecting surging energy costs tied to disrupted crude […]
West Bengal is witnessing rising political tension as the Trinamool Congress alleges that thousands of Form‑6 voter enrolment applications are being submitted to manipulate electoral rolls before the upcoming assembly elections. Protests and clashes have erupted near the Chief Electoral Officer’s office in Kolkata, prompting an Election Commission inquiry.
The Indian U-20 women’s team begins its AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup campaign against six-time champions Japan, aiming for a first-ever FIFA World Cup berth. After the senior team missed qualification last month, coach Joakim Alexandersson’s side arrives confident, determined to make history and advance in the tournament.
The CBI registered a case against Anil Ambani, Reliance Communications, and others for causing LIC a ₹3,750 crore loss via allegedly fraudulent ₹4,500 crore NCDs. A forensic audit revealed fund misuse, siphoning, and overstated security. Investigation is ongoing, following earlier SBI-related fraud cases causing a ₹2,929 crore loss to a consortium of banks.
Bengaluru auto-rickshaw drivers face severe distress as LPG prices surge to Rs 105/liter and supplies dwindle. Long queues stretch for kms at filling stations, with rationing and temporary closures reported. Drivers lose income waiting for or pushing autos, while commuters face delays and rising fares amid ongoing West Asia-linked fuel disruptions.
Adani Airport Holdings partnered with Blinkit to launch India’s first in-terminal quick commerce at Mumbai Airport’s Terminal 2. Passengers can now order essentials like snacks, chargers, books, and drinks via the Blinkit app, with delivery across gates, lounges, and food courts, enhancing convenience, accessibility, passenger experience, and airport retail revenue.
Commercial LPG cylinder prices were hiked sharply from April 1, 2026, driven by rising global oil prices amid West Asia tensions. A 19-kg cylinder saw an increase of around ₹195, pushing rates above ₹2,000 in major cities. In Hyderabad it costs over ₹2,300, impacting restaurants and businesses, while domestic LPG cylinder rates remained unchanged this […]
A Bengaluru man has accused his wife of subjecting him to sexual torture, alleging she forced him into intimate acts with her friend and threatened him with consequences if he refused. He filed a police complaint detailing harassment and coercion. Authorities have registered the case and begun an investigation into the serious allegations.
Digital payment services across India faced disruptions today, affecting UPI transactions. Outage tracking showed SBI had 500+ complaints, UCO Bank around 40, and overall UPI downtime reports exceeded 40. Users in cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Jaipur, Pune, Kolkata, Guwahati, and Chennai reported failed transactions and payment errors.
Instagram is testing Instagram Plus, a paid feature offering multiple audience lists, Story previews, viewer search, spotlighting, “Super Hearts,” and private viewing. Trials in the Philippines cost around Rs.100/month with a free first month. Instagram also plans to discontinue end-to-end encrypted chats after May 8, urging users to save data.
Indian equity indices closed higher on April 1, 2026, though gains trimmed as optimism over easing US-Iran tensions faded. Nifty50 rose 348 points higher (1.56%) to 22,679.40 and Sensex gained 1.65% to 73,134.34, ending a two-day decline. Broader markets outperformed, led by PSU banks, while healthcare and pharma stocks lagged behind the broader market trend.
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi accused Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma of favoring one family and facilitating looting of state assets. Speaking at a rally backing Nazira candidate Debabrata Saikia, she also criticized PM Modi, claiming his policies prioritize foreign interests over India’s welfare and neglect the needs of ordinary citizens.
Karnataka unveiled a draft policy to curb student mobile addiction, focusing on mental health, cyber safety, and responsible digital use. Developed with NIMHANS, it includes teacher training, parent engagement, school-level digital policies, screen-time limits, offline activities, and Digital Wellness Committees to promote balanced, resilient students.
India will tour Zimbabwe for a three-match T20I series in July 2026 after completing their England tour. The schedule was announced with matches aimed at preparing the team for upcoming international assignments. The short series offers opportunities for squad rotation and player evaluation as India continues to build combinations ahead of major tournaments.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann presented a report card on rural development under the ‘Shandaar Char Saal’ campaign. His government spent Rs 3,847 crore on villages over four years, nearly double the Rs 1,883 crore spent by the previous Congress administration, accompanied by Rural Development Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond.