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01 Sep

Monsoon Fury: IMD Issues Red Alert in Punjab, Himachal and Uttarakhand

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHaryana, India, Punjab, TrendingHimachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded a red alert for Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, warning of intense rainfall that could trigger floods, landslides and travel disruptions across these states. Heavy showers are also expected in Delhi, Haryana, East Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh over the next two days, while the southern and western belts, including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, will continue to witness strong monsoon activity until early September. In the Northeastern region, rains are likely to persist for five more days. The Andaman & Nicobar Islands…

01 Sep

LPG Rates Slashed Again: Commercial Cylinder Sees Fresh Price Drop

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Oil companies have announced a fresh reduction in commercial LPG prices, marking the fifth consecutive monthly cut and bringing cheer to restaurants, eateries, and businesses ahead of the festive season. In Delhi, the 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder is now priced at Rs 1,580, down from Rs 1,631.50, offering savings of Rs 51.50 per unit. Similar adjustments have been made across metros — the new price in Kolkata is Rs 1,684, in Mumbai Rs 1,531.50, and in Chennai Rs 1,738. The revision took effect today. While commercial consumers benefit from the continued reductions, domestic LPG rates remain…

31 Aug

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Meets Public in Khatima, To Pay Tribute on Balidan Diwas Today

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBalidan Diwas, Khatima, public grievances, Pushkar Singh Dhami, Uttarakhand

National Times Bureau, 31 Aug: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami was warmly welcomed by public representatives and residents when he reached his residence and Lohiahead camp office on Sunday. During his visit, the CM met locals, listened to their grievances, and directed officials to ensure quick redressal. Dhami stressed that resolving public issues remains the government’s foremost priority.At both his residence and the camp office, a large number of officials, public representatives, and citizens were present. Among them were former State Cooperative Bank chairman Dan Singh Rawat, Municipal Council chairman Ramesh Chandra Joshi, MLA Shiv Arora, Mayor Vikas Sharma, Anil…

31 Aug

Monsoon Havoc: PM Modi Praises Rescue Efforts, Urges Unity in 125th ‘Mann Ki Baat’

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaFloods, Landslides, Mann Ki Baat, monsoon destruction, PM Modi

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the 125th episode of his monthly radio program ‘Mann Ki Baat,’ expressed deep grief over the large-scale devastation caused by relentless monsoon rains across India. Acknowledging the heavy toll of floods and landslides, he said the suffering of families and communities saddened every Indian.“This monsoon season has brought severe challenges,” Modi remarked. “Floodwaters have destroyed homes, farmlands, bridges, and roads, putting countless lives at risk. Our prayers are with the families who lost their loved ones.”The Prime Minister highlighted the swift response of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Forces…

31 Aug

India Post Suspends All Mail Services to the US, Announces Refund Scheme for Customers

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsAmerica, India Post, Post office, Tariff, USA

National Times Bureau :- India Post has announced a complete suspension of all categories of mail services to the United States, including letters, documents, and gifts valued up to $100, citing recent trade-related concerns. The decision, communicated through an official press release on August 31, affects both private and commercial dispatches. Customers who have already booked parcels that have yet to be dispatched will be eligible for a full refund of postal charges, the department stated in an update on X. The suspension is expected to continue until further notice, with officials urging senders to stay updated on resumption timelines

31 Aug

India Overtakes China as the World’s Fastest-Growing Private Jet Market

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingChina, India

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India has surpassed China to become the world's fastest-growing private jet market, marking a significant shift in the Asia Pacific aviation sector. Between 2021 and 2024, India's private jet fleet expanded by nearly 25%, while China's fleet contracted by over 30% during the same period. while China saw a drop of nearly one-third. Today, India operates more than 490 private aircraft, a figure expected to cross 700 by 2029.Industry experts attribute India's growth to several key factors, including robust economic expansion and rapid economic growth, which have led to an increase in high-net-worth individuals and corporate…

31 Aug

Air India Flight to Indore Makes Emergency Return to Delhi After Engine Fire Alert

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): An Indore-bound Air India flight was forced to make an emergency return to Delhi on Sunday morning after the cockpit crew received a warning of a possible fire in one of the aircraft’s engines shortly after takeoff. Flight AI2913, which departed from Delhi en route to Indore, was in the air for only a short time when a fire indication from the right engine appeared on the cockpit control panel, prompting the crew to take immediate safety measures. According to a statement from the airline, the pilots acted swiftly by shutting down the affected engine and…

30 Aug

Modi Reaffirms India’s Support for Peaceful Resolution in Ukraine During Call with Zelenskyy

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsIndia-Ukraine relations, Narendra Modi, peace talks, Ukraine conflict, Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Tianjin, August 30 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that India fully supports all global efforts to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.The phone call, initiated by Zelenskyy, came just two days before Modi’s scheduled meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China.In a post on X, Modi said, “Thank President Zelenskyy for his phone call today. We exchanged views on the ongoing conflict, its humanitarian aspect, and efforts to restore peace and stability. India extends full support to all efforts in this…

30 Aug

Dhami Orders Urgent Relief Measures as Cloudbursts and Flash Floods Ravage Uttarakhand

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Dehradun, August 30 – Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami convened an emergency review meeting today to outline an immediate action plan after a series of devastating cloudbursts and flash floods swept across the state this month.At the meeting with district magistrates and senior officials, Dhami directed all departments to intensify relief and rescue operations with maximum coordination. He ordered the swift restoration of blocked highways, repair of essential services such as electricity and water supply, and expedited preparations for the upcoming Char Dham pilgrimage and festival season, which remain severely affected by washed-out roads and landslides.The Chief Minister stressed…

30 Aug

E20 Petrol May Lower Mileage Slightly, But National Gains Far Greater: Industry Experts

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaARAI, E20 fuel, ethanol blending, ethanol economy, FIPI, fuel efficiency, SIAM

New Delhi, August 30 – The adoption of 20% ethanol-blended petrol (E20) may cause a marginal 2–4% dip in vehicle fuel efficiency, but industry leaders and testing agencies emphasized on Saturday that the wider economic and environmental benefits far outweigh this cost.At a joint press briefing, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), and petroleum industry representatives dismissed exaggerated claims of 20–50% mileage losses as “misinformation.”“The intrinsic nature of the fuel does lead to a small reduction in mileage, but the benefits to society, farmers, the economy, and the environment are immense,” said…