Cabinet approves NDC for 2031-2035 as India aims to reach Net Zero by 2070

IANS | March 25, 2026 5:53 PM

New Delhi, March 25 (IANS) In a key step towards meeting its climate goals, the government on Wednesday approved Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) for the period 2031 to 2035, as the country commits to reduce emissions intensity of its GDP by 47 per cent by 2035 from 2005 level.

Hotels and restaurants charging 'gas and fuel surcharge' unfair practice: CCPA

IANS | March 25, 2026 5:00 PM

New Delhi, March 25 (IANS) The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has flagged the practice of hotels and restaurants demanding or collecting additional charges -- 'LPG charges', 'gas surcharge' and 'fuel cost recovery' -- in consumer bills, terming it an unfair trade practice, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution said on Wednesday.

Govt to launch 100‑day campaign to mark World TB Day 2026

IANS | March 23, 2026 2:55 PM

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) The government is set to commemorate World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2026 with a national event on March 24, to showcase key achievements, innovative strategies, and strengthened community engagement under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP), according to an official statement on Monday.