BJP dismisses LPG shortage claims; Oppn alleges crisis, price burden

IANS | March 13, 2026 3:38 PM

New Delhi, March 13 (IANS) BJP MPs and allies on Friday dismissed claims of a shortage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in the country, accusing the Opposition of spreading panic, while rival parties alleged that the government was ignoring the hardships faced by the people of the country.

Security tightened for Jumat-ul-Vida prayers as devotees mark final Friday of Ramadan

IANS | March 13, 2026 2:16 PM

Lucknow, March 13 (IANS) Authorities across several parts of the country, including Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, and Uttar Pradesh, have stepped up security arrangements ahead of Jumat-ul-Vida, the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan, as thousands of devotees gather in mosques and markets to mark the occasion with prayers and reflection.