In a significant move aimed at protecting India’s aviation sector from global energy market turbulence, the Union Cabinet has approved a one-time ₹10,000 crore Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) Price Stabilisation Fund. The measure is designed to shield domestic airlines from sharp fluctuations in jet fuel prices that have emerged due to ongoing geopolitical tensions and...
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices have been raised by ₹2 per kilogram across several major Indian cities, marking the fourth increase in less than 15 days. The latest revision has added to concerns among daily commuters, transport operators, and businesses dependent on gas-powered vehicles as fuel expenses continue to climb steadily. The fresh hike comes...
Thousands of commuters across the national capital faced severe inconvenience on Thursday after cab aggregators, auto-rickshaw operators, and transport unions launched a large-scale strike protesting rising operational costs and fuel price pressures. The strike significantly affected daily travel, particularly during peak office hours, leaving passengers stranded at metro stations, bus terminals, and commercial hubs across...
The political battle over rising fuel prices intensified on Friday after petrol and diesel rates were increased across the country, triggering a sharp exchange between the ruling BJP and the Opposition Congress. The hike came days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to citizens to reduce fuel consumption and adopt austerity measures in response to...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to citizens across the country to adopt a more restrained lifestyle in response to rising global economic uncertainty and escalating energy concerns linked to the ongoing West Asia conflict. Speaking during a public event in Telangana, the Prime Minister called on Indians to reduce dependence on imported resources, conserve...
New Delhi: Congress leader Pawan Khera on Thursday launched a sharp attack on Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, alleging that India’s ethanol blending policy has turned into a “family windfall,” benefiting Gadkari’s sons’ companies. Khera claimed that while ordinary citizens face rising fuel costs, Cian Agro Industries, owned by Gadkari’s son Nikhil, saw revenues surge from...