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Centre prioritises LPG, CNG and PNG in revised gas allocation order

The revised order, issued through a gazette notification, aims to ensure uninterrupted supply of cooking fuel and transport gas as global energy markets face volatility due to the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East

10 March,2026 03:21 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Gujarat cuts industrial gas use by 50 pc, domestic LPG supply unaffected

The Gujarat government has imposed a 50 per cent cut on industrial gas consumption and 40 per cent on fertiliser and milk processing amid the West Asia conflict, while assuring that domestic LPG supply remains uninterrupted. Energy Minister Rushikesh Patel said the state and Centre are coordinating closely

10 March,2026 03:20 PM IST | PTI
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Commercial LPG supply temporarily halted in Bhopal amid West Asia conflict

Commercial LPG cylinder distribution has been temporarily stopped in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, amid the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict, with an exemption granted only to hospitals and educational institutions. The booking period for domestic LPG cylinders has been increased from 21 to 25 days

10 March,2026 03:20 PM IST | ANI
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Crude oil prices fall by 30 per cent after Trump indicates end to West Asia War

Global crude oil prices dropped sharply after Donald Trump indicated the Middle East conflict could end soon. Brent crude slipped below USD 90 per barrel amid easing geopolitical tension

10 March,2026 02:18 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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LPG shortage hits several Indian cities; hotels warn of shutdowns

Hospitality industry bodies in cities such as Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai say irregular gas supplies over the past few days have disrupted kitchen operations, forcing some eateries to cut menus, reduce working hours and temporarily halt services

10 March,2026 02:12 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Centre invokes Essential Commodities Act to ensure LPG supply

According to officials, the government has asked refineries and petrochemical plants to divert key hydrocarbon streams to the LPG production pool to increase availability of domestic cooking gas

10 March,2026 12:40 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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SpiceJet revises Delhi-Kolkata flight SG 263 timing due to operational reasons

SpiceJet on Tuesday informed passengers that flight SG 263 from Delhi to Kolkata on March 10 will now depart at 9:40 am, urging travellers to check their itinerary and flight status before heading to the airport

10 March,2026 12:16 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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Punjab woman murder case: Suspect held after 18 days of manhunt in Maharashtra

The accused, identified as 34-year-old Gurvinder Singh, also known as Goldie, had allegedly been on the run after the killing, which took place in Patiala on February 19

10 March,2026 12:12 PM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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About 1,900 Iranian soldiers killed since start of conflict, claims IDF

Israeli Military spokesperson Effie Defrin said that the casualties were the result of Israel's airstrikes launched since the conflict escalated in late February

10 March,2026 11:12 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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SC to hear Mamata Banerjee’s plea against voter roll revision in West Bengal

The Supreme Court will hear West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s plea challenging the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in the state. Banerjee has alleged that the process could lead to the deletion of names of lakhs of voters from marginalised communities

10 March,2026 11:00 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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West Asia war: CBSE Class 12 board exams postponed in Gulf countries

The affected countries include Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. According to the board, the examinations that were originally scheduled between March 12 and March 16, 2026, have been deferred after reviewing the situation in the region

10 March,2026 10:53 AM IST | mid-day online correspondent
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West Asia war takes the gas out of Pune’s pyres

With liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) components diverted for household use amid the global energy crunch, city’s civic body suspends gas cremations and activates electric facilities across metropolis

10 March,2026 10:44 AM IST | Archana Dahiwal
Uttarakhand boosts gender budget to Rs 19,692 crore for women welfare

Uttarakhand boosts gender budget to Rs 19,692 crore for women welfare

Pushkar Singh Dhami said the enhanced gender budget in Uttarakhand reflects the government’s commitment to Matri Shakti through several welfare and safety schemes for women and girls

10 March,2026 10:36 AM IST | Uttarakhand | ANI
Noida's Jewar airport moves closer to launch after DGCA licence approval

Noida's Jewar airport moves closer to launch after DGCA licence approval

The DGCA aerodrome licence has been issued to Noida International Airport, paving the way for its operational launch. The project is expected to strengthen connectivity across the NCR and support India’s expanding aviation sector

10 March,2026 10:29 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Man booked for smoking inside flight

Man booked for smoking inside flight

The incident occurred when the accused Ashish, a Delhi resident, was travelling on flight QP1625 from the national capital to the coastal state, officials said

10 March,2026 08:57 AM IST | Panaji | Agencies
Sharjeel Imam gets 10-day interim bail interim bail

Sharjeel Imam gets 10-day interim bail interim bail

He has also been prohibited from using social media.

10 March,2026 08:53 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Uttarakhand: One killed, 15 injured in highway collision

Uttarakhand: One killed, 15 injured in highway collision

The accident occurred late Sunday night on the Motichur flyover in front of Hotel Godwin, where an Uttarakhand Roadways bus hit a tractor trolley from behind

10 March,2026 08:50 AM IST | Dehradun | Agencies
Delhi: Bus set ablaze after it kills 2

Delhi: Bus set ablaze after it kills 2

The incident triggered protests during which an angry mob vandalised the bus involved in the accident and set another DTC bus on fire, police said, adding that the driver has been apprehended

10 March,2026 08:38 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
PM Modi speaks with Balendra Shah as RSP sweeps Nepal parliamentary polls

PM Modi speaks with Balendra Shah as RSP sweeps Nepal parliamentary polls

RSP won 125 of the 165 seats under the first-past-the-post system, defeating established leaders, including former PM KP Sharma Oli. Shah, the former mayor of Kathmandu and RSP’s PM candidate, recorded the highest vote tally in Nepal’s parliamentary history

09 March,2026 10:30 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Govt increases waiting period for LPG cylinder booking to curb hoarding

Govt increases waiting period for LPG cylinder booking to curb hoarding

The government has increased the minimum waiting period for booking a domestic LPG cylinder refill from 21 to 25 days to prevent hoarding, as panic buying triggered a 15-20 per cent surge in demand amid fears of supply disruption due to the Iran war

09 March,2026 09:25 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | IANS
Behind bars, forgotten disabilities

Behind bars, forgotten disabilities

New review exposes how prison systems across states fail to recognise or accommodate disabled prisoners

09 March,2026 08:03 PM IST | Mumbai | Vinod Kumar Menon
Iran Shoots Down US MQ-9 Reapers During ‘Operation Epic Fury’; Losses $330M

    Iran Shoots Down US MQ-9 Reapers During ‘Operation Epic Fury’; Losses $330M

    The skies over Iran are becoming increasingly dangerous for US surveillance and strike drones. Multiple MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial vehicles have reportedly been shot down in Iranian airspace during the ongoing Operation Epic Fury, exposing a serious vulnerability in America’s drone operations. According to defense reports, the number of destroyed MQ-9 Reaper drones has climbed to 11, with the financial damage now crossing $330 million. These drones, widely used by the US military for intelligence gathering, surveillance missions, and precision strikes, were originally designed for counter-terrorism environments where air defenses are limited. WATCH

    10 March,2026 12:25 PM IST
    US designates Afghanistan as sponsor of wrongful detention

    US designates Afghanistan as sponsor of wrongful detention

    US officials questioned the need for humanitarian aid to Afghanistan while accusing the Taliban of detaining Americans and ignoring international commitments

    10 March,2026 10:33 AM IST | Washington | AP

    Saudi Arabia condemns Iran attacks, warns of consequences for regional security

    Saudi Arabia strongly condemned Iran’s missile and drone attacks targeting Gulf states and civilian infrastructure, calling them a violation of international law. The Kingdom warned that such actions escalate tensions and said it retains the right to take necessary measures to protect its sovereignty and citizens

    10 March,2026 10:26 AM IST | Riyadh | ANI

    US Pentagon spends USD 5.6 billion in 48 hours amid US-Iran tensions

    The Pentagon spent USD 5.6 billion on weaponry in the first 48 hours of operations against Iran, raising concerns over US arms depletion. President Donald Trump warned Tehran that any disruption of oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz would trigger a retaliatory strike twenty times harder

    10 March,2026 09:49 AM IST | Washington DC (US) | ANI
    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    Amit Shah made the remarks via video link while inaugurating the Shri Motibhai R Chaudhary Sagar Sainik School and Sagar Organic Plant at Boriyavi village in Mehsana district, Gujarat

    13 November,2025 09:36 PM IST | Ahmedabad | mid-day online correspondent

    CM opens Pune double-deck flyover

    Move to ease traffic congestion near Pune University, along Ganeshkhind Road

    20 August,2025 10:17 PM IST | Pune | Archana Dahiwal

    Happy Krishna Janmashtami: Messages and Wishes to share with family

    Janmashtami, which commemorates the birth of Lord Krishna, on the occasion, here are some of the best messages and wishes you can share this Janmashtami with your family and friends-

    05 August,2025 11:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    More musical streets, please

    More musical streets, please

    The appearance of India’s first musical road sends a strong message about the govt’s commitment to overall well-being

    09 March,2026 08:35 AM IST | Mumbai | Lindsay Pereira
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