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Govt likely to forbid private retailers from caps on petrol, diesel sales

"Nobody is allowed to cap fuel sales. It is not acceptable; it is not done," Oil Secretry Neeraj Mittal told reporters here, adding that the government's position had not changed.

Mahanadi dispute: Shah pushes Odisha, Chhattisgarh towards a settlement

Both states expressed confidence in a negotiated settlement after Shah reviewed CWC-led technical talks, while the Mahanadi Water Disputes Tribunal remains in place

MP Tourism, Royal Enfield begin two-year partnership for adventure tourism

A 10-day expedition will take 22 riders through Madhya Pradesh's wildlife and heritage destinations as the partners develop motorcycle routes and promote responsible tourism

Gandhi's peace, non-violence message more relevant amid wars: Prez Murmu

"On behalf of all citizens, I pay my respectful tribute to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, on his 157th birth anniversary, celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti," she said in a message.

Rajiv Gauba calls for energy reforms, stronger regulation to boost security

The Niti Aayog member urged faster domestic exploration, a stronger gas value chain and regulatory reforms that keep pace with new technologies while protecting consumers

Rahul Gandhi visits Balaghat, meets families after 32 tribal child deaths

The Congress leader met Baiga families and said he would raise the deaths in the Lok Sabha, while Madhya Pradesh Deputy CM Rajendra Shukla called his visit a political stunt

CJP to launch protests from Oct 2, seeks CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

Cockroach Janta Party's Abhijeet Dipke announced protests in several states from tomorrow, stating the agitation will continue until CEC Kumar steps down

Gandhi Jayanti 2026: Are banks open on October 2? Check holiday status

Bank branches will remain shut on Friday for Gandhi Jayanti, while digital banking services and ATMs will continue to operate across the country

Prevented another 9/11-like attack: PM Modi hails Capt Smit Machchhar

Indian pilot Smit Machchhar was stabbed by his co-pilot during a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv; passengers and crew later helped overpower the attacker and land the aircraft safely

Must bring youth into public services: PM at UPSC centenary celebrations

He said it is essential that the recruitment examination does not just test what a candidate knows but also sees why that youth wants to come into civil services

Senior citizens can seek eviction of children from property: Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court upheld a rule allowing senior citizens or parents to seek eviction of children or legal heirs from their property on grounds of non-maintenance and ill-treatment

Organ donation in India: How the system works and what law says

From living and deceased donation to altruistic transplants, India's organ donation framework is governed by THOTA, which sets rules for approvals, organ removal and commercial dealings

Delhi winter pollution: CAQM calls for checks on vehicles, stubble burning

Pollution regulator reviews preparedness across Delhi's neighbouring states as PUCC-linked fuelling curbs begin, while action against old vehicles and diesel autos is stepped up

ECINET, ERONET explained: How Election Commission's voter roll systems work

ECINET and ERONET help the Election Commission manage electoral rolls. Here's how the systems work, the role of EROs and why their functioning has come under scrutiny

Gurugram Metro Phase 2: Haryana clears ₹1,662 crore civil works package

The second phase will extend the Gurugram Metro from Sector 9 to Cyber City, linking major residential and commercial hubs and providing interchanges with Rapid Metro and Namo Bharat

Who is Smit Machchhar, Indian pilot hailed as hero after flydubai attack?

Smit Machchhar was the captain of flydubai Flight FZ1073, travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv on Wednesday when a violent confrontation broke out inside the cockpit

PM Modi hails pilot Smit Machchhar as 'hero' after Flydubai incident

The prime minister said the Indian pilot showed immense courage despite being seriously injured and helped save hundreds of lives after his co-pilot allegedly tried to crash the flight

Delhi to remain dry today; heavy rain likely in southern states, Northeast

The IMD has forecast mainly clear skies and no rain in Delhi till October 5, with maximum temperatures staying between 33 and 35 degrees Celsius.

Modi, Trump review bilateral relations amid fresh sanctions threat

Modi and Trump reviewed cooperation in trade, defence, energy and critical technologies as New Delhi faces the prospect of fresh US sanctions over Russian energy purchases

RS polls: SP candidates Ram Gopal Yadav, Dhanraj Nathwani file nomination

Samajwadi Party candidates Ram Gopal Yadav and Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani on Wednesday filed their nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha polls in Uttar Pradesh.