NEW DELHI, June 11 — In a significant policy move aimed at accelerating India’s ethanol blending programme and reducing reliance on imported fossil fuels, the Central Government has extended excise duty exemptions and related tax concessions to petrol variants containing 22%, 25%, 27%, and 30% ethanol. The decision is expected to support the wider adoption...
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Himachal Amends Labour Laws, Allows Shops and Commercial Establishments to Operate Round the Clock
The Himachal Pradesh government has amended labour regulations to permit shops and commercial establishments to operate 24 hours a day, a move aimed at boosting economic activity, improving consumer convenience, and creating new employment opportunities across the state. The decision is expected to benefit businesses in urban centres, tourist destinations, and commercial hubs that experience...
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India Firmly Opposes Attacks on Merchant Shipping Amid Rising Maritime Security Concerns
India has reiterated its strong opposition to attacks on merchant shipping, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding international maritime routes that are vital for global trade and energy supplies. The statement comes amid growing concerns over security challenges in key shipping corridors, particularly in regions affected by geopolitical tensions. Indian officials have stressed that freedom of...
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India and UAE Accelerate Plans for 30 Million Barrel Strategic Oil Reserve
India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have begun accelerating efforts to expand strategic crude oil storage capacity as part of a broader initiative aimed at strengthening energy security and enhancing bilateral cooperation. The move follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the UAE, during which both countries signed several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs)...
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Bill Gates Says Jeffrey Epstein Tried to Use His Extramarital Affairs to Pressure Him
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has stated that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein attempted to use information about Gates’ extramarital affairs to pressure him during the period in which the two had contact. The comments have renewed public attention on Gates’ past association with Epstein, a relationship that has been the subject of scrutiny for several...
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HPRCA Releases Admit Cards for JBT Recruitment Examination
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has released admit cards for the Junior Basic Teacher (JBT) recruitment examination, providing a significant update for thousands of candidates aspiring to join the state’s education sector. The admit cards have been made available online ahead of the scheduled examination, allowing applicants to download their hall tickets and...
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Bhagwant Mann Unveils Vision to Transform Punjab into a Startup Hub
Punjab is gearing up for a major transformation as the state government intensifies efforts to establish Punjab as one of India’s leading startup destinations. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has outlined an ambitious vision to build a vibrant ecosystem that nurtures innovation, supports entrepreneurs, attracts investment, and creates large-scale employment opportunities for the state’s youth....
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ट्राइसिटी में Ola-Uber सेवाएं प्रभावित, 16 जून तक कैब चालकों का प्रदर्शन; हजारों यात्रियों को होगी परेशानी
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चंडीगढ़ में मार्बल मार्केट शिफ्टिंग की तैयारी तेज, कारोबारियों का होगा नया सर्वे
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हरियाणा में 2,738 करोड़ की मेगा बागवानी परियोजना शुरू, 3 लाख किसानों को मिलेगा सीधा लाभ
चंडीगढ़, 9 जून। हरियाणा सरकार ने कृषि क्षेत्र को आधुनिक बनाने और किसानों की आय बढ़ाने के लिए 2,738 करोड़ रुपये की महत्वाकांक्षी सतत बागवानी संवर्धन परियोजना (Sustainable Horticulture Enhancement Project) की शुरुआत की है। इसके साथ ही पंचकूला में हरियाणा एग्री बिजनेस एंड कोल्ड चेन सेंटर की आधारशिला भी रखी गई है। मुख्यमंत्री नायब...