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A sharp political and fuel-quality row has erupted over ethanol-blended petrol, with Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar alleging excessive ethanol levels at petrol pumps and accusing fuel retailers of mixing fuel for profit. While the state claims it has evidence from tests conducted across 67 locations, oil marketing companies have strongly rejected the allegations and…
Ahead of the Monsoon Session, a clash between the government and the Opposition has erupted over the invitation to NCPI MPs and parliamentary conventions. While Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has appealed for constructive discussions and uninterrupted business, Opposition parties are preparing an aggressive strategy to take on the Centre inside Parliament. Source link [ad_3]
The Delhi High Court has directed the government to ensure the health of activist Sonam Wangchuk, who is now 19 days into an indefinite hunger strike after joining Cockroach Janta Party protests against Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Source link [ad_3]
Mobile phones across India beeped as the Centre carried out a test of its Disaster Information Alert System aimed at strengthening emergency communication. Former NDRF Director‑General OP Singh explains the purpose of the exercise and what it means for public safety during natural or man‑made disasters. Source link [ad_3]
Hindi News Business NHAI New FASTag Rules 2026: Banks Must Immediately Validate VRN & Blacklist Mismatched Tags New Delhi1 hour ago copy link The central government on Wednesday issued a new guideline for banks issuing FASTag. The government has asked banks to immediately check the vehicle registration numbers (VRN) linked to the tag. If the…
The Jaisalmer Fort in Rajasthan faced blackout as part of the mock drill carried out, on the orders of the Ministry of Home Affairs, in view of growing India-Pakistan tensions. The gleaming golden sandstone walls and buildings of Jaisalmer Fort were covered in darkness as all lights were turned off. The Jaisalmer Fort, also known…
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey sought an extension for the joint parliamentary commission studying contentious proposed amendments to the Waqf Bill, sources told NDTV Wednesday evening. This means the ruling party and the opposition have both moved resolutions to extend the JPC’s time till the Budget Session, which will likely be in July next year. Source…
The Union Women and Child Development Minister has responded to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s second letter, seeking a stringent law and exemplary punishment on heinous crimes such as rape and murder. Source link [ad_3]
Opposition parties led by the Congress joined ranks to protest against the Waqf Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha today. The legislation aims to address issues related to powers of State Waqf Boards, registration and survey of Waqf properties and removal of encroachment. Source link [ad_3]