Arvinder Singh Sahney, chairman of IndianOil, expressed confidence that US sanctions on Russian oil exports will not affect India's crude supply due to its diverse sources. Indian refineries can tap into alternatives from the Gulf, Africa, the Americas, OPEC, and non-OPEC producers, ensuring energy security.
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Sex workers on Delhi's GB Road, the city's red-light area, face severe living conditions, including poor sanitation, unreliable electricity, and overcrowded rooms. Despite their struggles, they remain marginalized, with political leaders rarely addressing their issues during election campaigns. Many of these women, who live without basic amenities and social support, hope that the new government will finally address their long-standing problems. GB Road, historically a trading hub, now houses... Expand
The CAG report accused the Aam Aadmi Party government of causing a Rs 2,002.68 crore loss with a flawed liquor policy. The report highlighted policy lapses, procedural violations, ignored expert recommendations, and alleged irregularities in issuing licenses. The audit also flagged revenue losses due to failure in obtaining timely permissions, surrender of licenses, and violations in pricing regulations.
Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta criticised Congress and AAP for neglecting the issues of Delhi residents during their respective tenures. She highlighted her government's prompt approval of the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme, accusing the opposition of stalling important initiatives and fearing her administration's transparency.
India has achieved a record production of 1 billion tonnes of coal in the fiscal year 2023-24, highlighting the country's commitment to energy security and self-reliance. This milestone reflects the dedication of the coal sector workforce and the effective use of modern technologies for sustainable mining.
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) released its first list of 11 candidates for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, fielding candidates in various constituencies against some prominent figures from other parties. The elections are scheduled for February next year, with other parties also announcing their candidates.
The US's increased tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada could benefit Indian exporters in sectors like agriculture, engineering, and textiles. Experts highlight opportunities to source key commodities from Canada at competitive prices. India may propose a "Zero-for-Zero Tariff" arrangement to bolster trade with the US while avoiding comprehensive Free Trade Agreement negotiations.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held a meeting of the Sangathan Parv Workshop on Sunday at the party headquarters extension office in the national capital. During the meeting, a decision was taken to celebrate Atal Jayanti for a whole year from December 25, 2024, to December 25, 2025, as good governance and to celebrate Samvidhan Parv.
Two vehicles with identical number plates were found near the Taj Mahal Palace hotel in Colaba. Traffic police took both cars for investigation. One car's registration number was altered by Prasad Kadam after he failed to repay a car loan. The legitimate owner, Sakir Ali, reported the discrepancy.