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India has removed central excise duty on petrol blended with 22% to 30% ethanol, marking a major policy step in its long-term biofuel and energy transition strategy. The exemption applies to higher ethanol petrol blends commonly known as E22, E25 and E30. By removing the tax burden on these fuel mixes, the government aims to encourage wider production and adoption of ethanol-rich petrol, support domestic biofuel manufacturing and reduce India’s dependence on imported c

NEW DELHI — India’s civil aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has asked major domestic carriers and airport operators to submit detailed action‑taken reports (ATR) by June 15, 2026, outlining corrective steps taken to fix safety issues uncovered during its routine and surprise inspections. The deadline and renewed emphasis on compliance come after a series of meetings involving the DGCA, Indian airlines, the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, internatio

PUNE — On June 4, observed globally as the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, the Harmony Foundation urged stronger measures to safeguard children suffering in conflict zones. Dr. Abraham Mathai, founder-chairman of the Harmony Foundation and former chairman of the Maharashtra State Minorities Commission, condemned the escalating violence affecting children in war-torn regions worldwide. He highlighted the extreme hardships faced by children in areas suc

New Delhi, June 5, 2026: A major fire broke out early Friday morning at the Tata Communications office building in Nehru Place, South Delhi, triggering a significant response from emergency services. The blaze was successfully brought under control and no office workers were hurt. The fire was first spotted at around 2:47 am in the battery room on the third floor of a five‑storey commercial building opposite Savitri Cinema. The Delhi Fire Service (DFS) received multiple distress

Following the deadly fire at the Flourish Stay bed-and-breakfast (B&B) in Malviya Nagar, South Delhi, which claimed 21 lives and injured dozens, the Delhi government has announced a citywide inspection drive targeting B&Bs, guest houses, and high-risk commercial properties. The initiative is aimed at enforcing fire safety standards, verifying compliance with licensing conditions, and preventing similar tragedies.

A major fire tore through the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Prasad Hospital, a private medical facility in Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, in the early hours of June 4, 2026, resulting in multiple fatalities and serious injuries. The blaze started on the fifth floor ICU ward at around 3:55 am, triggering a widespread rescue operation and renewed concerns about fire safety in healthcare facilities. Local officials have confirmed at least three deaths, with additional casualties feared

Rahul Singh, a 1996-batch IAS officer of the Bihar cadre, was removed as CBSE Chairman on June 2, 2026, following controversies around the Class 12 board exams. Singh, who assumed office in 2024, oversaw the implementation of several reforms under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE). During his tenure, Singh introduced mother tongue instruction for pre-primary to Class 5 students, in line with NEP guidance that

JEE Advanced 2026 result has been declared today, June 1, 2026, and Shubham Kumar from the IIT Delhi zone has secured All India Rank 1 in the Common Rank List. He scored 330 out of 360 marks, making him the top performer in one of India’s most competitive engineering entrance exams. This year, 1,79,694 candidates appeared for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 of JEE Advanced 2026, which was held on May 17. Out of them, 56,880 candidates qualified for admission to IITs and other participati

Commercial LPG cylinder price in Delhi has increased from June 1, adding fresh cost pressure on hotels, restaurants, caterers, cloud kitchens, bakeries and other businesses that use 19-kg cylinders for daily operations. According to reports citing industry sources and fuel retailer data, the price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi has been raised by ₹42. The new rate is ₹3,113.50, compared with the earlier price of ₹3,071.50. The latest commercial LPG price hike come

Old Delhi Redevelopment Plan Faces Delay Updated on May 26, 2026: The Old Delhi redevelopment plan has seen slow progress nearly four months after Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta took charge as chairperson of the Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation on February 3, 2026. The move was presented as a major step to revive Shahjahanabad, the Walled City, and improve heritage conservation, tourism facilities and civic infrastructure around Chandni Chowk and Jama Masji

Bengaluru Police Suspensions After PM Modi Route Security Scare Six police personnel in Bengaluru have been suspended after two gelatin sticks were found near Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s movement route during his visit to the city on May 10, 2026. The suspensions were ordered by the Bengaluru South district police authorities pending a departmental inquiry into the incident. According to police, the material was discovered during routine route sanitisation and

Howrah Police Reconstruction Triggers Political Row A police reconstruction exercise in West Bengal’s Howrah sparked political controversy on Sunday, May 24, 2026, after accused gangster Akash Singh was taken through several alleged crime locations under tight security. Singh, described in reports as a known figure in North Howrah’s criminal network, was seen wearing a vest and underwear/shorts while police escorted him through different parts of the city.

Sachin Tendulkar Shares Emotional Message After Arjun’s IPL 2026 Debut Sachin Tendulkar’s heartfelt post for his son Arjun Tendulkar went viral after the young all-rounder made his IPL 2026 debut for Lucknow Super Giants against Punjab Kings on Saturday. Arjun had to wait until LSG’s final league match of the season to get his chance, but he made the opportunity count with a steady bowling performance. Even though Lucknow Super Giants lost the match to Punjab Kings, Arjun gave

Shreyas Iyer Leads PBKS In A Must-Win IPL 2026 Chase Punjab Kings kept their IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive with a strong seven-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on May 23, 2026. Chasing a tough target of 197, PBKS reached 200 for 3 in just 18 overs, led by a brilliant captain’s knock from Shreyas Iyer. The PBKS captain stayed unbeaten on 101 off 51 balls and finished the match with a

US-Iran peace talks have entered a critical stage after President Donald Trump said a possible agreement with Iran has been “largely negotiated.” The statement, made on Saturday, May 23, 2026, has raised hopes that the three-month-long conflict between the United States and Iran may be moving toward a diplomatic breakthrough. However, the agreement is not final yet, and both sides still appear to have major issues to resolve. According to Trump, the proposed understanding could

India-Canada Trade Talks Gain Momentum In May 2026 Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is set to visit Canada from May 25 to May 27, 2026, as India and Canada work to rebuild economic confidence and push bilateral trade toward a $50 billion target by 2030. The visit comes at an important time because both countries are trying to move beyond recent diplomatic strain and focus on business, investment, energy, and technology cooperation. Goyal w

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced a new “America First” visa scheduling tool aimed at making the American consular process faster, more secure and more aligned with US national interests. The announcement came during his four-day visit to India, where discussions focused on the growing importance of India-US relations in trade, investment, technology, defense and strategic cooperation. The tool is reportedly built around a priority principle: visa applicants whose

What Happened Near The White House A shooting near the White House on Saturday evening, May 23, 2026, triggered a major security response after a suspect allegedly opened fire at a Secret Service checkpoint. The incident happened shortly after 6 pm ET near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, DC, an area close to the White House complex. According to the US Secret Service, the person approached the checkpoint, removed a weapon from a bag and began

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a focused Council of Ministers meeting lasting around 4.5 hours, demonstrating India’s commitment to achieving the long-term Viksit Bharat 2047 development plan. Senior cabinet ministers discussed strategies for administrative reform, governance efficiency, and citizen-centric initiatives. Key Focus Areas of the Meeting Administrative Reforms: Streamlining government services, reducing bureaucrac

A heatwave red alert has been issued for parts of Uttar Pradesh today, May 22, 2026, as severe to very severe heat conditions continue to affect several districts. The warning is especially important for residents of Banda, Chitrakoot, Kaushambi, Prayagraj, Fatehpur, Pratapgarh, Mirzapur, Varanasi, Bhadohi and Jaunpur. These districts are expected to face dangerous daytime heat, dry winds and very uncomfortable weather conditions through the afternoon. In many areas, the heat is not