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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 3 (ANI): The sleuths of Commissioner's Task Force, Golconda Zone, in a joint operation with the H-Fast team and Mangalhat Police, busted an illegal racket of storing and selling stale and spoiled sheep and goat offal in Hyderabad, seizing approximately 12 tonnes of the contraband worth Rs 10 lakh. The raid was conducted at a store located near Akbari Masjid, Aman Nagar Colony, Mangalhat, Hyderabad. One person, identified as Rafi Ahmed (52), manager of the st ...Read More >
New Delhi: India's LPG imports in March fell more than 40% compared with the previous two months, opening up a significant supply gap despite increased imports from the US and Iran, show ship-tracking data. In a twist, the US and Iran -- the two countries whose conflict has disrupted LPG flows to India -- helped partly plug the shortfall. The US emerged as India's largest supplier of the fuel in March, while Iran resumed shipments after a gap of nearly seven years. Also Read: India attends UK ...Read More >
New Delhi: The government is taking several measures to reduce LPG import dependence and enhance energy security over the medium to long term, minister of state for environment Suresh Gopi informed the Lok Sabha on Thursday in a written response. These include prioritising piped natural gas (PNG) and renewable energy development, including solar, wind, bioenergy and green hydrogen. Further, as part of a strategy to diversify LPG imports, PSU oil marketing companies have recently concluded cont ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 3 (ANI): The sleuths of Commissioner's Task Force, Golconda Zone, in a joint operation with the H-Fast team and Mangalhat Police, busted an illegal racket of storing and selling stale and spoiled sheep and goat offal in Hyderabad, seizing approximately 12 tonnes of the contraband worth Rs 10 lakh. The raid was conducted at a store located near Akbari Masjid, Aman Nagar Colony, Mangalhat, Hyderabad. One person, identified as Rafi Ahmed (52), manager of the st ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 3 (ANI): Amid the conflict in West Asia and the Gulf region, which has resulted in a fuel crisis in several countries across the world, India on Thursday said that it has received a request from Bangladesh for the supply of diesel, which is currently being examined by the government. Other countries from the neighbourhood, including the Maldives and Sri Lanka, have also approached India. The inputs were shared by the Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jai ...Read More >
New Delhi: Export duties levied on diesel and jet fuel won't be applicable to Reliance Industries' special economic zone (SEZ) refinery due to court rulings, a government official said on Thursday. "As per judicial pronouncements on this issue, the special additional excise duty and additional excise duty are not applicable on SEZ refineries," Jainendra Singh Kandhari, Joint Secretary in the finance ministry, told a press conference. Reliance operates two refineries in Gujarat-one catering to ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) India's largest iron ore producer and miner, NMDC achieved a production of 53.15 MT of iron ore in FY26, becoming the first company in India's mining history to surpass the 50 MT annual production mark, the government said on Thursday. The company produced 5.35 MT and sold 5.90 MT of iron ore in the month of March 2026, marking exceptional growth of 51 per cent and 40 per cent, respectively over the previous year, an official statement said. The total production durin ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Apr 2 (PTI) IndianOil on Thursday said it has significantly scaled up its Auto LPG supplies across Karnataka in response to a sharp surge in demand, particularly following the closure or partial shutdown of several private Auto LPG outlets in Bengaluru and other parts of the state. The PSU major said it is currently meeting the fuel requirements of auto rickshaws and LPG-driven cars through its network of 55 Auto LPG Dispensing Stations (ALDS) spread across Karnataka, even as a subst ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The department of heritage said it had identified several prehistoric burial sites in Motlagudem of Mulugu district, highlighting the presence of early human settlements in the Godavari river basin. The burial structures, located about 120 km from Warangal, are locally known as Rakasi Bandalu and Rakasi Guhalu. These ancient sites are believed to date back to the Stone Age and provide insights into the lifestyle, customs and social structures of early humans. Acting on information fr ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Hyderabad police commissioner V.C. Sajjanar on Thursday warned of strict action against food adulterators, who put the health of the people in Hyderabad at risk. "Adulteration is not just a business but an attack on society," Sajjanar said during an emergency meeting with business operators organised by 'Hyderabad Food Adulteration Surveillance Team' at the old police commissionerate office in Basheerbagh on Thursday. About 200 representatives from businesses dealing in meat, milk, ...Read More >
PRNewswire Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 1: Hinduja Renewables Energy Private Limited (HREPL), part of the Hinduja Group, today announced a long-term solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with LG Electronics India (LGE India) to supply solar energy to one of its manufacturing operations, supporting the company's transition towards sustainable manufacturing. - Signed a 9.80 MWp solar PPA to supply clean energy to LGE India's Pune plant - Project to generate 1.61 crore units clean energy a ...Read More >
South Central Railway (SCR) has recorded a highest-ever revenue of ₹21,211.92 crore for the financial year 2025-26, marking the best performance since the zone's inception, according to an official announcement on Wednesday. The total earnings include ₹13,835.27 crore from freight traffic and ₹6,235.37 crore from the passenger segment. Compared with the previous financial year (2024-25), the revenue reflects a 3.12% growth, making it the fourth consecutive year of record earnings for the z ...Read More >
Vijayawada: The Vijayawada and Guntur divisions of South Central Railway (SCR) recorded strong performance in 2025-26, achieving record revenues, improved punctuality and major gains in infrastructure and passenger amenities. Divisional railway manager Mohit Sonakiya said the Vijayawada Division registered its highest-ever freight loading of 40.631 million tonnes and record gross revenue of ₹5,907.20 crore, including ₹1,523.90 crore from passenger earnings. The division handled 74.19 million pa ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Apr 2 (PTI) In a significant discovery, a team from the department of heritage, Telangana government, has found a massive cluster of megalithic human burial sites in Mulugu district, believed to be one of the largest concentrations of dolmen burials in India. Based on information provided by residents of Motlagudem village in Mulugu district, and the directions of Special Chief Secretary Jayesh Ranjan, a technical team conducted a field visit to the village. Located 230 kms from Hyd ...Read More >
Our Indian Friends In Safe Hands, No Worries: Tehran Offers Assurance To New Delhi Amid Hormuz Naval Blockade Thursday, April 02, 2026 by Indian Defence News The Iranian government has issued a direct assurance to India regarding the safety and transit of its maritime assets through the Strait of Hormuz. Following a period of significant regional volatility, the Embassy of Iran in India took to social media to state that their "Indian friends" remain in safe hands and need not harbour concerns ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam: The Visakhapatnam Port Authority has achieved a historic milestone by recording its highest-ever cargo throughput of 91.17 million metric tonnes in the financial year 2025-26. This represents a growth of over 10 per cent compared to the previous year. The achievement not only surpasses the prior record of 82.62mmt but also reinforces the port's position among India's leading ports, marking another significant milestone in its 92-year history, according to VPA chairperson, M Anga ...Read More >
Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh), Apr 2 (PTI) The Vijayawada Division of the South Central Railway has recorded its highest-ever gross revenue of Rs 5,907.20 crore along with record freight loading of over 40.6 MT during the financial year 2025-26. Vijayawada Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Mohit Sonakiya noted that passenger revenue stood at Rs 1,523.90 crore, registering a growth of 9.9 per cent, while the Division transported over 74.1 million passengers. "Vijayawada Division achieved its highe ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2: Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL), the largest steel-making public sector company, on Thursday said its sales grew by 11.5 per cent to 20.14 Million Tonnes (MT) in FY'26. The company's crude steel output was at 19.43 MT, and saleable steel production was at 19.176 MT during the financial year 2025-26. Record sales driven by broad-based growth "Strengthening its brand presence and customer reach, the company recorded best-ever sales of 20.14 Million Tonnes (MT), reflecting a ...Read More >
Mumbai, Apr 2 (PTI) The Association of PET Recyclers (Bharat) has said that the notification on final guidelines mandating the use of 40 per cent recycled content in food-grade packaging from April 1 is a "progressive step" which is expected to significantly ease the supply chain disruptions caused due to recent geopolitical uncertainties impacting both availability and pricing of virgin PET. In a statement on Thursday, the Association's Director General Goutham Jain said that it also marks a s ...Read More >
MUMBAI, India, April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hinduja Renewables Energy Private Limited (HREPL), part of the Hinduja Group, today announced a long-term solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with LG Electronics India (LGE India) to supply solar energy to one of its manufacturing operations, supporting the company's transition towards sustainable manufacturing. Under the agreement, HREPL has signed a 9.80 MWp solar PPA to supply clean energy to LGE India's Pune manufacturing facility. The project w ...Read More >
Hyderabad: In a significant milestone, the Telangana Mineral Development Corporation Limited generated a record revenue of Rs 1,008 crore in the financial year 2025-26, according to data released on Thursday, April 2. Compared to last financial year's revenue, Rs 738 crore, this year saw an increase of 36 per cent in revenue generation. "This achievement is the result of a series of strategic measures and effective implementation of policy initiatives undertaken by TGMDCL," the corporation sai ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): Demand for refined sunflower oil in India is expected to decline by around 10 per cent in the current fiscal due to supply chain disruptions and rising prices, according to a report by Crisil Ratings. The report said the decline in volumes will be driven by twin headwinds, disruptions in supply chains due to the ongoing West Asia conflict and higher prices resulting from increased logistics costs. These factors are likely to push consumers towards cheaper alter ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): The Ministry of Coal on Thursday said it crossed a whopping 200 million tonnes (MT) in coal production and dispatches from the commercial and captive mining activity in the financial year 2025-26. The ministry termed it a 'watershed moment' for India's coal sector. Coal production from the captive and commercial mines came in at 210.46 million tonnes, a 10% year-on-year growth as compared to 190.95 million tonnes in the previous year. In terms of despatches, th ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL), the largest steel making public sector company, on Thursday said its sales grew by 11.5 per cent to 20.14 Million Tonnes (MT) in FY'26. The company's crude steel output was at 19.43 MT, and saleable steel production was at 19.176 MT during the financial year 2025-26. "Strengthening its brand presence and customer reach, the company recorded best-ever sales of 20.14 Million Tonnes (MT), reflecting an impressive 11.5 per cent growth ove ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) State-run iron ore producer NMDC has reported a record production of 53 million tonnes (MT) of ore in the just-concluded 2025-26. The company's total sales of iron ore, a key raw material for steel manufacturing, reached 50.23 MT. The company's production was 21 per cent higher compared to 44.07 MT in FY25, while sales grew 13 per cent from 44.40 MT in 2024-25. The PSU produced 5.35 million tonnes (MT) and sold 5.90 MT of iron ore in March. "NMDC...has achieved a histo ...Read More >
India's import of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from its largest supplier -- Qatar -- declined to its lowest on record in March 2026 as the West Asia conflict led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz (SoH). Besides, Iran's attack on QatarEnergy's LNG facilities, in retaliation for attacks by the US and Israel, led to declaration of force majeure and production shutdowns early last month, further exacerbating India's natural gas imports, which account for roughly half of its consumption. India' ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): The Ministry of Coal on Thursday said it crossed a whopping 200 million tonnes (MT) in coal production and dispatches from the commercial and captive mining activity in the financial year 2025-26. The ministry termed it a 'watershed moment' for India's coal sector. Coal production from the captive and commercial mines came in at 210.46 million tonnes, a 10% year-on-year growth as compared to 190.95 million tonnes in the previous year. In terms of despatches, th ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): The Ministry of Coal on Thursday said it crossed a whopping 200 million tonnes (MT) in coal production and dispatches from the commercial and captive mining activity in the financial year 2025-26. The ministry termed it a 'watershed moment' for India's coal sector. Coal production from the captive and commercial mines came in at 210.46 million tonnes, a 10% year-on-year growth as compared to 190.95 million tonnes in the previous year. In terms of despatches, th ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) NTPC on Thursday said it generated 432.2 billion units of electricity and achieved highest every capacity addition of 9,619 MW in fiscal year 2025-26. NTPC added 5,488 MW of renewable capacity in FY26 across solar, wind, and Pumped Storage Projects (PSP), a company statement said. In FY26, NTPC achieved coal production of 48.65 million tonne, registering a steady 6.22 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth. The company also recorded a strong growth in power trading, with 46.52 ...Read More >
MUMBAI, April 2 (Reuters) - India's sugar production is set to fall below consumption for a second straight year, as lower cane yields force mills to close faster than usual, trade officials told Reuters on Thursday. Lower output, coupled with rising exports, is likely to reduce domestic stockpiles and support local prices, which had been under pressure due to surplus supplies. "Sugar production is unlikely to exceed 28 million metric tons this season," said the India head of a global trade ho ...Read More >
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