Middle East crisis hits Kangra tea exports to Iran
Rahul Chawla The North News Dharamshala, March 24 The ongoing Middle East crisis has begun to cast a shadow over the export of Kangra tea,…
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Punjab to give ownership rights to occupants of 800 acres of surplus land in Nangal, adjoining areas
Chandigarh, March 24 Punjab minister Harjot Singh Bains on Monday said the government will soon confer ownership rights on shopkeepers, residents and other occupants of…
Govt to deploy 10,000 AC E-buses in 116 cities by 2027; 35,000 more planned
New Delhi, March 23 The government on Monday informed the Rajya Sabha that 10,000 air-conditioned e-buses would be provided to 116 cities across 26 states/UTs…
Over half of countries have banned phones in schools: UNESCO
By Gunjan Sharma New Delhi, March 23 More than half of the countries have banned phones in schools amid mounting concerns about declining attention in…
India’s strategic oil reserves about two-thirds full: Minister
New Delhi, March 23 India’s strategic oil reserves, designed to provide cover for about 9.5 days of supplies during disruptions or price shocks, are currently…
UP cabinet approves Rs 160/quintal hike in wheat MSP; Rs 20/quintal for handling costs
Lucknow, March 23 The Uttar Pradesh cabinet on Monday approved a proposal to increase the minimum support price (MSP) of wheat by Rs 160 per…
Air Canada flight collides with a Port Authority vehicle at New York’s LaGuardia Airport
New York, March 23 An Air Canada flight collided with a Port Authority vehicle after landing at LaGuardia Airport, according to authorities. The New York…
Oil prices ease, Asian shares mostly lower as energy supply worries over Iran war remain
By CHAN HO Hong Kong, March 20 Oil prices on Friday pared earlier gains on the intensifying Iran war, falling back to around USD 108…
Govt cracks down on illegal gambling, betting websites; 300 such sites, apps blocked
New Delhi, March 20 In a massive crackdown against illegal gambling and betting websites, the government has blocked 300 such websites and applications, sources said….
IEA advocates work from home, reduced air travel to tackle oil shock
New Delhi, March 20 The International Energy Agency (IEA) has advocated a set of immediate demand-side measures, including work-from-home, lower speed limits, and reduced air…