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Creamy layer in OBC quota cannot be decided solely on parents' income: SC
Top court says income alone cannot determine OBC creamy layer status; parental post and service category must also be considered
 "Creamy layer in OBC quota cannot be decided solely on parents' income: SC")
IMD forecasts heatwave conditions in Gujarat, MP over next few days
Temperatures have surged across much of India, but the weather is set to remain mixed over the next few days, with heatwave conditions expected in parts of west India
 "IMD forecasts heatwave conditions in Gujarat, MP over next few days")
LPG delays, black marketing hit 57% households in the past week: Survey
The survey, conducted by LocalCircles, found that a majority of households reported difficulties in obtaining cooking gas cylinders over the past seven days
 "LPG delays, black marketing hit 57% households in the past week: Survey")
US gains from high oil prices, but Iran nuclear threat top priority: Trump
Trump said the United States earns more revenue when oil prices increase, but said his focus remained on stopping Iran from developing nuclear weapons
 "US gains from high oil prices, but Iran nuclear threat top priority: Trump")
Why are ships in the Strait of Hormuz identifying themselves as Chinese?
Iran and groups aligned with it have generally avoided targeting ships linked to China, as per analysts, citing Beijing's relatively neutral position in the conflict and its economic ties with Tehran
 "Why are ships in the Strait of Hormuz identifying themselves as Chinese?")
Indians in US called invaders, scammers? Hate posts on X drew 300 mn views
A study finds anti-Indian posts on X tripled in 2025, drawing over 300 million views during US immigration policy debates
 "Indians in US called invaders, scammers? Hate posts on X drew 300 mn views")
Govt may release 19 kg commercial LPG cylinders soon to ease supply
The Centre is considering releasing 19 kg LPG cylinders to ease shortages affecting restaurants and industries, while boosting imports and alternative fuel supplies, a petroleum ministry official said
 "Govt may release 19 kg commercial LPG cylinders soon to ease supply")
US student visas plunge: Only 12,776 F-1 approvals for Indians in 2025
Fresh US data shows sharp drop in student visas during the 2025 admission season as policy changes, visa scrutiny and job uncertainties affect international enrolments
 "US student visas plunge: Only 12,776 F-1 approvals for Indians in 2025")
February retail inflation rises to 3.21% from 2.74% in Jan on new series
CPI inflation increased by 47 basis points year-on-year in February, data showed
 "February retail inflation rises to 3.21% from 2.74% in Jan on new series")
India's crude supply secure, LPG production increased: Hardeep Puri
Minister says India secured alternative energy supplies amid West Asia crisis
 "India's crude supply secure, LPG production increased: Hardeep Puri")
NPS corporate model split: How new charges could shape subscribers' corpus
By creating distinct frameworks for government and private-sector employers, regulator aims to streamline the National Pension System
 "NPS corporate model split: How new charges could shape subscribers' corpus")
LPG shortage drives induction cooktop demand: How the tech works
With LPG supply concerns rising amid the West Asia crisis, households are buying induction cooktops as a backup. But the appliances require specialised cookware to function properly
 "LPG shortage drives induction cooktop demand: How the tech works")
'Premature to say anything': MEA on Iran allowing ships via Hormuz
The statement came hours after reports emerged that Iran agreed to allow oil tankers flying the Indian flag to pass through the Strait following diplomatic discussions between New Delhi and Tehran
 "'Premature to say anything': MEA on Iran allowing ships via Hormuz")
Quitting smoking: Ways to resist tobacco cravings and stay on track
Tobacco cravings may feel intense, but experts say most urges last only a few minutes and can be managed with simple coping strategies while the brain adjusts to life without nicotine
 "Quitting smoking: Ways to resist tobacco cravings and stay on track")
Canada visa wait drops: Indians get visitor visas in 57 days, study 4 weeks
Canada releases new visa processing timelines; visitor visas for Indians are faster, while the dependent child sponsorship wait time drops sharply
 "Canada visa wait drops: Indians get visitor visas in 57 days, study 4 weeks")
Spain expands free public healthcare to undocumented migrants: Key details
Country defies the regional trend of tightening immigration; government describes its move is both a social right and an economic necessity
 "Spain expands free public healthcare to undocumented migrants: Key details")
As Iran's war expands, how Europe shaped today's West Asia conflicts
After the Ottoman Empire collapsed in World War I, European powers redrew West Asia's map through secret deals and mandates, creating borders and tensions that still shape the region today
 "As Iran's war expands, how Europe shaped today's West Asia conflicts")
Women more disciplined in repaying loans, tracking credit: Report
Women display higher engagement in financial planning and superior repayment discipline, says fintech company
 "Women more disciplined in repaying loans, tracking credit: Report")
Iran war: How IEA reserves, and Opec output shape the global oil market
As the IEA prepares its biggest-ever oil reserve release in the wake of the Iran war, here's a look at the countries that produce crude and the role of blocs such as Opec and Brics
 "Iran war: How IEA reserves, and Opec output shape the global oil market")
LPG supply shortage hits businesses; eateries switch to wood stoves
LPG supplies are tightening across cities, with long delivery delays and limited stock; restaurants and households in several cities are facing shortages
 "LPG supply shortage hits businesses; eateries switch to wood stoves")