Domestic LPG, petrol and diesel prices unchanged despite jump in global cost: Govt

IANS | April 1, 2026 1:34 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas clarified on Wednesday that only the price of commercial LPG have been increased in the country, while that of domestic LPG has been left unchanged to protect households from the sharp rise in the cost at which the cooking gas is being imported amid disruptions due to the Iran war.

They are match-fixers, done nothing for people: Nitin Nabin attacks Rahul Gandhi in Kerala

IANS | April 1, 2026 1:26 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) BJP President Nitin Nabin on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi during his roadshow in Kerala's Kannur, accusing opposition parties of collusion and failure to deliver for the people of Kerala.

Mahindra and Mahindra posts 21 pc surge in March sales to 99,969 vehicles

IANS | April 1, 2026 1:14 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) Indian prominent automobile manufacturer Mahindra & Mahindra on Wednesday announced that overall auto sales for March 2026 stood at 99,969 vehicles, marking a growth of 21 per cent including exports.

Jirga urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to stop border clashes, resolve differences through dialogue

IANS | April 1, 2026 1:13 PM

Islamabad, April 1 (IANS) The participants of a jirga have urged governments of Pakistan and Afghanistan to stop the border clashes and resolve their differences through dialogue, local media reported on Wednesday.

Silent revival bid by operatives linked to defunct NJT under close watch in South India

Vicky Nanjappa | April 1, 2026 1:10 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) The fall of the National Thowheed Jamath (NJT), which masterminded the 2019 Easter bombings in Sri Lanka, came as a major relief for the security agencies. The NJT had not only spread its ideology in Sri Lanka, but was active in the southern states, especially in Tamil Nadu. While the NJT remains largely defunct today, the agencies are keeping close tabs on operatives linked to the outfit, prior to its fall.

IPL 2026: 'Gill’s captaincy left a bit to be desired,' says Chopra after GT's loss

IANS | April 1, 2026 1:06 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra was not happy with Shubman Gill's captaincy after Gujarat Titans (GT) suffered a three-wicket defeat against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in their opening match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 played at the PCA New International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.

Poonam Pandey says pregnancy publicity stunt was April Fool’s prank

IANS | April 1, 2026 1:00 PM

Mumbai, April 1 (IANS) Poonam Pandey has clarified that her recent pregnancy claim was not real, revealing it to be an April Fool’s prank that quickly grabbed attention online.

BJP has track record to deliver on promises, unlike its rivals: PM Modi in Assam

IANS | April 1, 2026 12:57 PM

Guwahati, April 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed a massive public rally in Assam’s Gogamukh, outlining an expansive vision for the state’s development while expressing confidence that the BJP will return to power for a third consecutive term.

'Sports Alphabet' project launched across 21 languages to boost early sports culture

IANS | April 1, 2026 12:55 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) In a event held at the India Habitat Centre, sports alphabet booklets were launched simultaneously in 21 languages, marking a first-of-its-kind initiative focused on promoting sports literacy among children.

Grew up watching Shaun Marsh, honour to play for PBKS he did: Connolly

IANS | April 1, 2026 12:44 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) Debutant Cooper Connolly described his match-winning outing for Punjab Kings as a special moment after guiding his side to a three-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2026 opener in New Chandigarh on Tuesday and said that it was an 'honour' to represent the same franchise as his idol Shaun Marsh.