Iran Warns of ‘Devastating’ Retaliation if US, Israel Strike Key Infrastructure

Tehran: A senior Iranian military commander has issued a strong warning, saying any attack by the United States or Israel on Iran’s infrastructure would trigger “devastating and continuous” retaliation across the region.

Ali…

West Bengal reports highest seizure of poll freebies, cash at Rs 319 crore

New Delhi: West Bengal has recorded the highest seizure of cash, liquor and other inducements among poll-bound regions, with enforcement agencies recovering items worth ?319 crore so far, according to the Election Commission of India (ECI).

BNI Diamonds holds cleanliness drive at historic Marsalli Hill, promoting heritage conservation

Ranchi: Leading business networking group BNI Diamonds conducted a large-scale cleanliness drive at the historic Marsalli Hill, aiming to bring the “internationally admired beauty” of the site back to life in the city.

Over 100…

Shoppers throng mega trade fair on weekend

Ranchi: The 17th India International Mega Trade Fair at Morhabadi Ground saw a massive turnout as it approached closing on Monday. Visitors, taking advantage of Sunday’s holiday, flocked from afternoon onwards, filling stalls across the venue…

India-Flagged LPG Tanker ‘Green Sanvi’ Safely Crosses Strait of Hormuz, Two More Await Transit

New Delhi — India-flagged LPG tanker Green Sanvi has successfully crossed the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, becoming the seventh Indian vessel to safely navigate the sensitive waterway amid the ongoing West Asia conflict.

According…

Iran Rejects US 48-Hour Ceasefire Proposal Amid Escalating Tensions

Tehran — Iran has reportedly rejected a US proposal for a 48-hour ceasefire, according to the semi-official Fars News Agency.

The proposal was conveyed through a “friendly” country on Thursday, sources told the agency.…

India Keeps Oil Flowing via Strait of Hormuz Despite Rising Tensions

New Delhi — Amid escalating geopolitical tensions affecting global energy supply routes, India has managed to maintain steady maritime traffic through the critical Strait of Hormuz—a key corridor for the world’s oil and gas shipments.

No Address Proof Needed for 5 Kg LPG Cylinders, Says Government

New Delhi — In a move aimed at improving access to cooking fuel, the government has announced that 5 kg LPG cylinders can now be purchased without providing address proof.

According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, consumers…

Jharkhand Issues Rs 1,755 Crore Notice to Tata Steel Over Coal Extraction

New Delhi — Tata Steel has received a demand notice of ?1,755.10 crore from the District Mining Office in Jharkhand’s Ramgarh district over alleged excess coal extraction at its West Bokaro Colliery.

The notice, dated March 30 and…

ECI seeks report from Bengal Police on withdrawal of security cover for tainted leaders

Kolkata — The Election Commission of India has sought a status report from the West Bengal Police on the implementation of its directive to withdraw state-provided security cover for tainted political leaders, regardless of party affiliation.