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Over half of Indian households faced LPG supply issues in 5 weeks: Survey

A LocalCircles survey found that 37 per cent of respondents faced delays in delivery, while 25 per cent said they struggled to book a cylinder

How narcissistic admiration and rivalry shape relationship satisfaction

A six-year study tracking over 5,000 couples challenges the myth that narcissists inevitably damage relationships, revealing a more complex and nuanced emotional reality

West Asia war: Iran ties truce to Lebanon; Israel says strikes to continue

A two-week US-Iran ceasefire begins with talks set in Islamabad on Saturday, but the situation remains tense as Israel says its military operations in Lebanon will continue

India sees temperature drop as rain, gusty winds sweep across regions

Rain, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds have lowered temperatures across India. IMD forecasts continued weather activity across regions

Hormuz remains open, JD Vance to hold talks with Pak on Sat: White House

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt described the ceasefire as a "historically swift and successful military triumph," saying US operations had weakened Iran's military capabilities

Iran truce excludes Lebanon, strikes on Hezbollah to continue: Netanyahu

Netanyahu said a ceasefire with Iran does not apply to Hezbollah, indicating that Israeli military operations against the group would continue despite the truce

Iran begged for ceasefire, says Hegseth, declares US victory in conflict

Hegseth said the United States had met its key military objectives, including targeting Iran's missile capabilities, naval forces, and defence infrastructure

No toll for transit through Hormuz: Oman contradicts Iran's truce demand

An Omani minister said the country remains bound by existing agreements that prohibit levying charges on ships transiting the key waterway

West Bengal polls: How BJP became Trinamool Congress' main challenger

As the Left and Congress declined, BJP has consolidated anti-TMC votes in the last decade, emerging as the main challenger to Mamata Banerjee and TMC

CCEA revises HPCL refinery cost, clears hydro, fertiliser projects

CCEA hikes HPCL refinery cost, clears hydro projects and Kharif fertiliser subsidy in a series of key approvals

Joint or mutual Will? How they differ on control, heirs and flexibility

Understanding the legal nuances between joint and mutual Wills is essential for balancing a surviving spouse's independence with the guaranteed protection of future heirs.

Groww launches arbitrage fund seeking steady, low-volatility returns

New fund focuses on cash-futures price gaps to deliver stable, tax-efficient returns with lower volatility than typical equity schemes

Impact of new Labour Codes: What changes for salary, PF, gratuity

Cuts in take-home salary may boost long-term savings of salaried people, say experts

Vietnam advisory for Indians travellers: Phu Quoc visa-free rules explained

Planning Vietnam travel? India flags strict Phu Quoc visa-free rules and passport loss risks that could delay return or restrict movement

Rs 40 lakh home loan: Cut EMI, save interest now; experts explain how

No immediate EMI relief, but steady rates give borrowers a chance to refinance, prepay, and cut long-term loan costs

Ozempic use linked to lower depression and anxiety risk, says Lancet study

A large-scale study finds semaglutide may lower the risk of depression and anxiety, adding an unexpected mental health dimension to its known physical health benefits

India's private debt market surges, venture, growth credit hit $3bn: Report

The country's private debt market is gaining momentum, with venture debt deployments touching USD 1.3 billion and growth credit at USD 1.68 billion in 2025, signalling a structural shift in startup financing, according to a report released by Stride Ventures on Wednesday. Private debt is increasingly moving beyond its traditional role of runway extension to support expansion, acquisitions and capital structuring, it added. According toStride Ventures' Global Private Debt Report 2026, venture debt deployments reached about USD 1.3 billion across nearly 187 startups in 2025, reflecting growing institutional acceptance of non-dilutive capital. Activity remained concentrated in major startup hubs, with Delhi-NCR leading at USD 617 million across 64 deals, followed by Bengaluru at USD 333 million across 58 deals andMumbai at USD 115 million across 30 deals. Sector-wise, fintech accounted for the largest share of capital deployment at over USD 600 million, while consumer-focused startups

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Can welfare shield LDF from anti-incumbency?

Kerala, a state defined by fronts rather than faces, is heading into a high-stakes election. With welfare etched at the core of its political identity, what other factors are shaping the battlefield?

UK visa fees rise from April 8: What visitors, students and workers now pay

Planning to study, work or travel to the UK? From April 8, visa and immigration fees have increased across most categories, including for Indian applicants

India welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, hopes access through Hormuz will continue

India welcomed the US-Iran two-week ceasefire and hoped it would ease tensions in West Asia, stressing dialogue and calling for smooth global trade through the Strait of Hormuz