Misuse of Ujjwala scheme led to cut in subsidised LPG cylinders: Hardeep Puri

IANS | June 10, 2026 2:52 PM

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Amid criticism over the government's decision to reduce the number of subsidised LPG cylinder refills under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) from nine to four annually, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Wednesday that the move was prompted by misuse of the scheme by some beneficiaries.

India witnessed remarkable progress under PM Modi's 12 years of leadership: CII

IANS | June 10, 2026 1:14 PM

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) India has witnessed remarkable progress across economic, social and infrastructure sectors during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 12 years in office, with reforms and efficient governance strengthening the country's resilience, competitiveness and global standing, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Director General Chandrajit Banerjee said on Wednesday.

Crude oil prices surge up to 1 pc as US-Iran tensions escalate

IANS | June 10, 2026 11:49 AM

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Global crude oil prices traded higher on Wednesday, increasing by up to 1 per cent after the United States launched strikes against Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over potential disruptions to energy supplies from the strategically important region.

Equity mutual funds attract Rs 22,908 crore in May: AMFI data

IANS | June 10, 2026 10:44 AM

Mumbai, June 10 (IANS) Equity mutual funds continued to attract strong investor interest in May, garnering net inflows of Rs 22,907.77 crore, according to data released by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) on Wednesday.