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India’s LPG ecosystem is undergoing a notable stabilisation phase, driven by a combination of regulatory enforcement, digital integration, and steady supply-side management, according to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. A key indicator of this shift is the rise in online LPG bookings to nearly 98%, reflecting improved consumer confidence and a decline in panic-driven demand. This behavioural transition has been supported by technology-led reforms, including OTP-based delivery authentication, now covering 92% of transactions, which has enhanced transparency and reduced leakages. On the enforcement front, over 1.28 lakh inspections and raids since March 2026 have led to the seizure…

In a swift and coordinated rescue effort, the Indian Army, along with the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) and local civil administration, successfully evacuated over 1,170 stranded tourists under Operation HimSetu in North Sikkim following a landslide disruption. The operation was launched after a landslide washed away a key road stretch near Taramchu, cutting off access to Chatten and leaving hundreds stranded. Acting promptly, Army engineers from Trishakti Corps mobilised resources and constructed a temporary footbridge across the damaged section, enabling safe passage in difficult terrain and adverse weather. Simultaneously, teams cleared heavy snow at Donkyala Pass to restore mobility in…

Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd. has reported a robust financial performance for FY26, posting a 35% year-on-year rise in EBITDA to Rs. 1,881 crore, driven by strong operational execution and premium product demand. Profit After Tax surged sharply to Rs. 360 crore from Rs. 22 crore in FY25. The company recorded cement sales volume of 20.4 million metric tonnes (MMT), marking a 5% YoY growth, while consolidated total income rose 10% to Rs. 11,362 crore. Premiumisation improved by 300 basis points to 43%, supported by strong traction in its Concreto and Duraguard brands. Nuvoco said work at Vadraj Cement facilities is…

Ai+ Smartphone has announced that its latest device, Nova 2, under the newly launched Nova Series, will go on sale starting April 14 at 12 noon. The smartphone will be available exclusively on Flipkart and select retail outlets. The Ai+ Nova 2 is priced at ₹8,999 for the 4GB+64GB variant and ₹10,999 for the 6GB+128GB model, targeting users looking for an affordable yet feature-rich upgrade. Announcing the launch, Madhav Sheth, CEO of Ai+ Smartphone and Founder of NxtQuantum Shift Technologies, said, “The Nova Series is our strongest expression yet of what Ai+ stands for—technology that is accessible, reliable, and built…

Xiaomi India on Tuesday launched the REDMI A7 Pro 5G, marking the first Pro model in its A Series, aimed at offering feature-rich performance at an affordable price point. The smartphone features a segment-leading 6.9-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 800 nits, designed for smoother viewing across daily use. The device packs a segment-largest 6300mAh battery, supporting 15W charging and 7.5W reverse charging, while maintaining durability over extended usage cycles. It is powered by an octa-core 5G processor with up to 8GB virtual RAM for improved multitasking. Running on Xiaomi HyperOS 3.0, the smartphone introduces…

India’s Gen Alpha, now over a quarter of the population is emerging as a decisive force in consumer markets, with strong digital exposure and growing influence over household purchases, according to a new report by Rukam Capital. Titled ‘Gen Alpha Decoded: The Consumer-Brand Dynamic’, the report highlights that 73% of Gen Alpha already have access to personal smartphones, while 60% use laptops, underscoring their deep integration with technology from an early age. Rukam Capital Founder and Managing Partner Archana Jahagirdar said the generation has the potential to influence up to 80% of household purchase decisions. “They are digitally fluent, shaped…

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has ramped up its LPG supply operations, delivering over 166 lakh cylinders across India between April 1 and 13, reflecting the resilience of its nationwide distribution network amid rising demand in select markets. The supply chain begins at HPCL’s refineries and import terminals, from where LPG is transported via tankers to bottling plants. Here, cylinders undergo automated inspection, filling, sealing, and safety checks before being dispatched for doorstep delivery. The company also supplied over 3.70 lakh 5 kg Free Trade LPG cylinders and more than 21,400 2 kg cylinders, improving access to clean fuel for…

Amid escalating tensions in West Asia following the Iran–Israel conflict, India has intensified efforts to evacuate its citizens stranded in Iran, with the Indian Embassy in Tehran playing a central role in the ongoing operation. Under “Operation Sindhu” and related initiatives, more than 2,200 Indians have been evacuated so far, including nearly 1,000 students and over 650 fishermen. With Iranian airspace shut and flights severely restricted, evacuation has been carried out through land routes via Armenia and Azerbaijan. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on April 11 confirmed the safe evacuation of an additional 312 Indian fishermen, thanking Armenia and Foreign…

India has moved a step ahead in its civil nuclear programme as the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam achieved criticality, marking progress in the country’s three-stage nuclear energy roadmap. The milestone is seen as important for long-term energy security and better fuel use. The Precision Engineering business of Godrej Enterprises Group played a key role by supplying critical components such as the Large Rotating Plug, Small Rotating Plug, and Sodium Pump Shaft to Bharatiya Nabhikiya Vidyut Nigam Limited, a government-owned company. With this, India has become only the second country to develop commercial fast breeder reactor capability. The…

As regional New Year festivals are being celebrated across India, Organic India has introduced a range of traditional sweet recipes made with natural ingredients, encouraging healthier festive choices rooted in Indian traditions. The initiative, backed by Tata Consumer Products, highlights the use of jaggery and khandsari sugar as alternatives to refined sugar, aiming to combine nutrition with cultural authenticity during celebrations. Among the featured recipes is Vermicelli Payasam prepared with Organic India jaggery, where roasted vermicelli is cooked in milk and blended with jaggery, cardamom, and ghee-fried cashews and raisins. The company also suggests Sakkarai Pongal made using khandsari sugar,…