Pakistan faces power crisis as Iran war, domestic factors hit supply of fuels

IANS | April 3, 2026 6:31 PM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Pakistan’s LNG supplies are expected to fall to near zero from next month, removing a source that contributes more than one-fifth of total power generation, while coal availability is also under pressure, jointly affecting close to 30 per cent of supply, an article in the local media said.

Jan Vishwas Bill, 2026 decriminalises minor offences in health sector

IANS | April 3, 2026 5:52 PM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) The amendments in the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 span key legislations in the health sector, aligning with the broader objective of simplifying compliance while maintaining robust safeguards for public health, Health Ministry said on Friday.

Japan sets up special cell to boost FDI flows into India

IANS | April 3, 2026 4:32 PM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has established a new Japan-India Economic Affairs Division to help Japanese companies invest in India, as part of its strategy to bolster bilateral economic ties.

BJP jumped to Raghav Chadha's side, clearly showing where everyone stands: Atishi

IANS | April 3, 2026 4:08 PM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Amid the ongoing rift within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Atishi, the Leader of Opposition in Delhi, responded on Friday after AAP MP Raghav Chadha spoke out following his removal as Deputy Leader in the Rajya Sabha and the subsequent appointment of Ashok Mittal to that position. She stated that if the BJP has jumped to his side and is praising him, and even questioning why he hasn’t joined them (BJP), it clearly shows where everyone stands.