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01 May

HPCL tightens vigilance network as LPG distribution surges nationwide

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State-run Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has strengthened its vigilance and monitoring framework across the country as demand for LPG and fuel supplies continues to rise, the company said on Thursday. According to HPCL, the company delivered 362 lakh LPG cylinders nationwide between April 1 and April 29, 2026, including 12.7 lakh cylinders on April 29 alone. To support the large-scale distribution network, HPCL dispatched 2,16,507 tankers during the period, including 9,522 tankers in a single day. The company also reported sales of 12,02,694 KL of Motor Spirit (petrol) and 20,78,756 KL of High-Speed Diesel during the same period, indicating…

30 Apr

Court Rejects Bail Plea of Accused in Zubeen Garg Death Case

Paromita EditorAssam

A Fast Track Court has rejected the bail application of Shyamkanu Mahanta, one of the prime accused in the death case of Zubeen Garg.During the hearing, Mahanta claimed that he was far away from the location at the time of the incident. However, the prosecution strongly opposed the bail, arguing that he is an influential person and had fled to Malaysia after the incident instead of cooperating with the investigation. According to the prosecution, a lookout notice had to be issued to secure his return.Public prosecutor Ziaul Kamar contended that there is no guarantee Mahanta would not flee the country…

30 Apr

HPCL ramps up LPG supply network amid surge in demand across India

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State-run Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has intensified its nationwide LPG distribution operations to manage a sharp rise in demand, delivering 349 lakh LPG cylinders between April 1 and April 28, 2026. The company said it supplied 13.8 lakh cylinders on April 28 alone, highlighting its expanded operational capacity during the peak demand period. To maintain uninterrupted supply, HPCL deployed 2,06,985 LPG tankers during the month to replenish bottling plants and distributor points across the country. The company said dispatch operations are being adjusted daily based on consumption trends to avoid regional supply shortages. HPCL also tightened operational cycles across…

30 Apr

Supreme Court Reserves Order on Pawan Khera’s Anticipatory Bail Plea

Paromita EditorAssam

The Supreme Court of India on Thursday reserved its order on the anticipatory bail plea filed by Congress leader Pawan Khera in a case linked to allegations against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sharma. A bench of Justices J K Maheshwari and A S Chandurkar reserved its verdict after hearing arguments from both sides. Appearing for Khera, senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi argued that denying anticipatory bail would defeat the very purpose of pre-arrest protection. He said the allegations against Khera are matters for trial and that arrest would amount to unnecessary humiliation, adding that several sections…

30 Apr

Aviva India launches ‘Secure Nest’ annuity plan for lifelong retirement income

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Aviva India has launched the “Aviva Secure Nest Annuity Plan,” a retirement-focused insurance solution aimed at providing customers with a guaranteed lifelong income through a one-time premium payment. Announcing the launch on Monday, the company said the plan is designed to cater to a wide range of retirement needs and allows entry for individuals up to 80 years of age. The plan offers multiple annuity options, including single life and joint life coverage, flexible payout frequencies, and a return of purchase price feature that enables nominees to receive the invested amount. The company said the product is aligned with Pension…

30 Apr

Guwahati Hosts Key BRO Conference to Boost Operational Efficiency and Strategic Connectivity

nanika EditorNorth East

In a significant move to bolster national security and regional connectivity, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) successfully concluded a two-day Chief Engineers’ Works Conference for the Eastern Region. Held in Guwahati on April 28 and 29, the high-level meeting served as a strategic platform to streamline infrastructure development across India’s sensitive eastern frontiers. Jitendra Prasad, the additional director general of Border Roads (East), was in charge of the conference. It brought together the chief engineers of all seven BRO projects that are currently running in the Eastern Region, as well as the commandant of the Engineer Base Workshop (EBW). The…

30 Apr

Cleartrip partners with IRCTC to launch train bookings on platform

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Online travel platform Cleartrip, a part of Flipkart, has entered the train ticket booking segment through a partnership with Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), the official ticketing arm of Indian Railways. With the launch, Cleartrip has expanded its travel services portfolio to include flights, hotels, trains, buses and holiday packages, strengthening its position as a multi-modal travel platform. The company said users will now be able to search, book and manage train journeys directly through the app. The platform will offer access to train bookings across India, including General and Tatkal quotas as per Ministry of Railways guidelines.…

30 Apr

Guwahati Hosts BRO Chief Engineers’ Conference on Eastern Region Projects

riya EditorAssam

A two-day Chief Engineers’ Works Conference of all Border Roads Organisation (BRO) projects of the Eastern Region concluded in Guwahati on Wednesday. The conference, held under the chairmanship of Jitendra Prasad, Additional Director General Border Roads (East), witnessed the participation of all seven Chief Engineers of BRO Projects in the Eastern Region along with the Commandant, Engineer Base Workshop (EBW). The primary objective of the conference was to deliberate on the roadmap for the current financial year and to formulate effective strategies for achieving the laid-down targets. “Comprehensive discussions were held on enhancing operational efficiency, optimising resource utilisation and ensuring…

30 Apr

India’s M&A Momentum Holds Strong in 2026 as Innovative Risk Mitigation and Insurance Strategies Drive Deal Confidence

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India continues to emerge as a standout destination for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in 2026, offering investors a rare combination of growth potential and increasingly predictable risk dynamics. According to Vikas Pareek, Head of Transaction Solutions, India at Aon, the country’s dealmaking landscape is being shaped not by the absence of risk, but by the market’s improved ability to understand, quantify and manage it. At a time when global M&A activity remains uneven, India is being priced differently compared to other emerging markets. Political continuity, regulatory consistency and a rules-based approach to foreign investment have contributed to greater investor confidence…

30 Apr

Britannia 5050 launches premium cheeze and caramel dipped sandwich range

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Britannia Industries has expanded its premium snacking portfolio with the launch of Britannia 5050 Cheeze Dipped and Caramel Dipped Crunchy Layered Sandwiches, marking a new phase for the brand that has been part of India’s snacking market for over three decades. The company said the new products build on the brand’s signature “50-50” concept of duality by combining crunch and melt in a single snack. Made with 22 baked layers for a crunchy texture and coated with cheese and caramel for a smooth finish, the new range aims to offer consumers a more premium snacking experience while remaining affordable for…