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New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal on Saturday asked the pharmaceutical industry to reduce its dependence on critical imported raw materials and diversify export supply chains to better navigate global uncertainties. Addressing an event in Hyderabad on the sector, he said while India exports to around 200 countries, there remains significant scope for expansion and resilience-building through a stronger market presence. Emphasising the need to navigate an increasingly unc ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: If the West Asia conflict continues, India's exports to other parts of the world will also be impacted, Central Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Saturday. Indian exports during the last financial year were expected to remain on a positive trajectory despite the crisis, he added. Addressing a press conference on the sidelines of 'Chintan Shivir - Scaling Up Pharma Exports', Agrawal said that because of the West Asia crisis, there was definitely an impact last month on both i ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Apr 4 (PTI) If the West Asia conflict continues, India's exports to other parts of the world will also be impacted, Central Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Saturday. Indian exports during the last financial year were expected to remain on a positive trajectory despite the crisis, he added. Addressing a press conference on the sidelines of 'Chintan Shivir - Scaling Up Pharma Exports', Agrawal said that because of the West Asia crisis, there was definitely an impact last mon ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Apr 4 : "International Diabetes Federation" (IDF) President-elect, Dr Niti Pall, currently on India visit, called on Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh, who is also a noted Professor of Medicine & Diabetes, and discussed, among other things, indigenous biosimilar Insulin production as well as Diabetes related indigenous biomanufacturing prospects. The meeting underscored the importance of strengthening India's capabilities in insulin manufacturing, particularly biosimilar insulins and ...Read More >
Indore: In view of the ongoing nationwide LPG supply constraints triggered by global geopolitical tensions, the Indore district administration, on Saturday, temporarily suspended the supply of commercial LPG cylinders to ensure uninterrupted availability for domestic households. The decision aims to conserve existing stocks and channel them exclusively towards meeting the cooking needs of ordinary families. This move aligns with similar measures taken across several states to safeguard domesti ...Read More >
Hyderabad: India-flagged liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tanker, Green Sanvi, on early Saturday, April 4, successfully crossed the strategic Strait of Hormuz, providing a boost to India's energy supply chain as global shipping remains under pressure due to the ongoing West Asia conflict. The Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC), carrying approximately 44,000-46,000 metric tonnes of LPG, is currently en route and is expected to reach Mumbai by April 6. State-run Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL ...Read More >
Bikaner, known for its namkeen industry, exports large quantities of snacks, spices and other products to countries in the Gulf region and Europe. However, exporters said, the war has led to delays, rising freight costs and container shortages, affecting exports and imports. "Freight charges have increased sharply due to the war, and raw material prices are also rising. The cost of edible oil has gone up by around 20 per cent in the last one month, which is directly impacting production," he s ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: India has navigated recent global shocks with resilience, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Saturday, in a reference to the ongoing conflict in West Asia and its wider economic fallout. In his address at the convocation ceremony of IIM Raipur, EAM Jaishankar said India has managed both domestic and external challenges "fairly successfully" despite an increasingly turbulent global environment. He underlined that the ripple effects of conflicts are now felt far beyond th ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) India has navigated recent global shocks with resilience, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Saturday, in a reference to the ongoing conflict in West Asia and its wider economic fallout. In his address at the convocation ceremony of IIM Raipur, EAM Jaishankar said India has managed both domestic and external challenges "fairly successfully" despite an increasingly turbulent global environment. He underlined that the ripple effects of conflicts a ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Telangana Civil Supplies Department seized 3,699 domestic LPG cylinders and 70 small cylinders between March 12 to April 3, in a crackdown against black marketeers and hoarders, reports said. The cylinders are estimated to be valued at Rs 1.20 crore. The department has booked 1,275 cases under Section 6A of Essential Commodities Act and lodged 216 FIRs for several violations. The district collectors are empowered to seize essential commodities when black-marketing and hoarding is su ...Read More >
Mumbai: An India-bound LPG tanker successfully crossed the strategic Strait of Hormuz, marking a major development as global shipping continues to be impacted by the ongoing West Asia war. According to live tracking data from Marine Traffic, the India-flagged tanker Green Sanvi has transited the crucial chokepoint and is now en route to Mumbai. The vessel, owned by Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, is carrying approximately 46,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). 7th India-Flagged Vessel To ...Read More >
Raichur (Karnataka) [India], April 4 (ANI): Thousands of autorickshaw drivers in Raichur and surrounding districts have been forced into gruelling, hours-long wait times at refuelling stations this week as rumours of a severe LPG shortage sweep through Northern Karnataka. The panic, largely fueled by the closure of several private outlets and global supply chain disruptions linked to the ongoing West Asia crisis, has seen "serpentine" queues stretching past city landmarks. While the state gove ...Read More >
Following the action, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said in a statement that "any attempt to exploit consumers or manipulate LPG distribution will invite the strictest possible action". Gupta reiterated the government's "zero-tolerance policy towards black marketing and hoarding" and said it will continue to act decisively against offenders, while assuring that there is no shortage of LPG supply in the national capital. According to the statement, Thursday's action followed inputs from a sting op ...Read More >
Ambikapur (Chhattisgarh) [India], April 4 (ANI): The saying 'talent needs no introduction' found a fitting example at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026, where wrestlers from Karnataka's Siddi community have made a powerful statement on the mat. Their success is no longer just about medals--it reflects the emergence of an entire community as a force in wrestling. Of African descent, there are about 50,000 Siddis in India, of which one-third live in Karnataka. Out of the nine wrestlers represent ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 4 (ANI): In view of ongoing global geopolitical developments disrupting energy supply chains, Chairperson, PNGRB has undertaken a comprehensive review of the development and expansion of City Gas Distribution (CGD) networks across the country on 31st March 2026, covering the progress of the National PNG Drive, compliance by CGD entities with regard to various directives/advisories issued by MoPNG, PNGRB and various other Government bodies, and new measures to facilitate ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 4 (ANI): In view of ongoing global geopolitical developments disrupting energy supply chains, Chairperson, PNGRB has undertaken a comprehensive review of the development and expansion of City Gas Distribution (CGD) networks across the country on 31st March 2026, covering the progress of the National PNG Drive, compliance by CGD entities with regard to various directives/advisories issued by MoPNG, PNGRB and various other Government bodies, and new measures to facilitate ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a significant move, the India-flagged LPG tanker Green Sanvi successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz on Friday evening. The vessel is the seventh Indian gas carrier to navigate the volatile waterway since a major conflict erupted in West Asia in late February 2026, which has paralysed global shipping in the region. The Green Sanvi, a Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC) owned by MOL India, is reportedly carrying approximately 46,655 metric tonnes of Liquefied Petroleum Gas. It is ex ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) An India-bound LPG tanker has begun its journey through the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz, offering some relief to concerns over energy supplies amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. The vessel, Green Salvi, is carrying more than 46,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and is expected to exit the narrow waterway by early morning, according to the sources. The shipment is likely to play an important role in supporting India's domestic co ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4: An India-bound LPG tanker has begun its journey through the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz, offering some relief to concerns over energy supplies amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. The vessel, Green Salvi, is carrying more than 46,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and is expected to exit the narrow waterway by early morning, according to the sources. The shipment is likely to play an important role in supporting India's domestic cooking gas supply a ...Read More >
It joins six earlier India-flagged LPG tankers- Shivalik, Nanda Devi, Jag Vasant, Pine Gas, BW Elm and BW Tyr, that have crossed the strait since the crisis began Another India-flagged liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tanker, Green Sanvi, has crossed the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, offering some relief to India's strained energy supply chain, The Indian Express reported. The vessel moved east of the strait on Friday evening using a corridor through Iranian territorial waters, according ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Everyday consumer products such as soft drinks and biscuits were allegedly sold in the city long after their expiry dates, posing a serious risk to public health.Delhi Police busted an illegal operation running out of a godown in Dwarka, where expired and near-expiry food items of multinational brands were allegedly repackaged and circulated in the market with forged manufacturing and expiry dates.Acting on a tip-off received on March 29, police raided a godown in Bamnoli village and ...Read More >
Former Union Minister and Congress leader Anand Sharma on Thursday (April 2, 2026) appreciated India's diplomatic and skilful handling of the West Asia crisis and urged it to be the leader of the Global South in de-escalating the hostilities in the region. In a statement, Mr. Sharma said the international community could not remain a "mute spectator" to the collapse of the rules-based multilateral order and global crisis-management mechanisms. "Indian diplomatic handling of the crisis has been ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 4 (ANI): The ongoing conflict in West Asia is sending ripples through the pharmaceutical industry, with raw material costs on the rise, says Jatish Sheth, Director of Srushti Pharmaceuticals. While speaking to ANI, Sheth highlighted that pharmaceuticals are vulnerable to disruptions in petrochemical supply chains, as many raw materials used in formulation are petrol-based. Also Read | WWE SmackDown Free Live Streaming Online, April 3: Get Wrestling Weekly E ...Read More >
The Centre has decided to act against rumours and misinformation concerning the availability of LPG cylinders and other petroleum products amid the global energy crisis due to the Iran war. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has written to the Chief Secretaries of all states and Union Territories, urging them to conduct daily press briefings and share accurate and timely information through social and electronic media. Currently, only 17 states and Union Territories are conducting press ...Read More >
The ongoing shortage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in India, triggered by the conflict in West Asia, is beginning to affect migrant workers in several major cities. Domestic helpers, street vendors and workers in the hospitality sector are increasingly returning to their hometowns from metros as cooking gas becomes scarce. The conflict, now in its fifth week, has moved beyond a supply issue and is disrupting daily life for low-income workers. Delays in cylinder refills, soaring black market ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 4 (ANI): The ongoing conflict in West Asia is sending ripples through the pharmaceutical industry, with raw material costs on the rise, says Jatish Sheth, Director of Srushti Pharmaceuticals. While speaking to ANI, Sheth highlighted that pharmaceuticals are vulnerable to disruptions in petrochemical supply chains, as many raw materials used in formulation are petrol-based. "Pharmaceuticals are affected. Raw materials which are used for manufacturing formula ...Read More >
Chandigarh: The Haryana State Blood Transfusion Council (HSBTC) on Wednesday gave significant approvals to expand and modernise blood transfusion services across the state. During the meeting chaired by ACS health and family welfare Sumita Misra, the council approved a comprehensive Annual Action Plan for 2026-27 with a total proposed outlay of Rs 11.60 crore under the National Blood Transfusion Council (NBTC) component.It earmarked budget for procurement of blood bags and testing kits, ensuring ...Read More >
New Delhi: India is considering measures to encourage companies to ramp up production of induction cooktops and utensils such as electric cookers amid surging demand, with the Iran war disrupting cooking gas imports, said an official. Towards this, a meeting was held on Friday chaired by commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal and attended by senior officials including secretaries of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and power ministry, as well as the Direc ...Read More >
The government is taking several measures to reduce India's dependence on imported Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and enhance energy security in the medium to long term, including prioritising piped natural gas (PNG) and renewable energy development such as solar, wind, bioenergy and green hydrogen, minister of state for environment Suresh Gopi informed the Lok Sabha on Thursday. He said that India imports about 60% of its LPG needs, with nearly 90% of supplies transiting through the Strait of H ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 3 (ANI): The recent decision by US President Donald Trump to impose a 100 per cent tariff on patented pharmaceutical imports to US is unlikely to cause immediate disruption to Indian drugmakers, as the move largely targets branded medicines while exempting generics and biosimilars, said Siddharth Mittal, Managing Director and CEO (Designate) Syngene International Limited. Also Read | US Pilot Rescued After Fighter Jet Shot Down in Iran; Helicopter Also Hit During Search ...Read More >
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