Rs 3 fuel price hike a measured, responsible decision: CAIT

IANS | May 15, 2026 11:27 AM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) on Friday termed the Rs 3 per litre increase in petrol and diesel prices a 'measured and responsible decision' aimed at ensuring an uninterrupted fuel supply and maintaining economic stability amid prevailing global uncertainty.

‘No panic or fear, our economy based on strong fundamentals’: Gourav Vallabh

IANS | May 15, 2026 11:21 AM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) Prof. Gourav Vallabh, a member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM), on Friday criticised opposition leaders for trying to sow confusion about the Prime Minister's appeal for fuel conservation, saying the measures must be seen in the context of ongoing global economic disruptions and geopolitical tensions.

Shastri endorses Samson as India's future T20I captain

IANS | May 15, 2026 11:08 AM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has singled out in-form batter Sanju Samson as a strong candidate for India’s T20I captaincy in the coming years, saying that the wicketkeeper-batter’s ‘maturity’ makes him a clear candidate for the role.