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New Delhi: Rekha Gupta has directed authorities to strictly implement the ‘No PUC, No Fuel’ rule across the national capital, reinforcing efforts to tackle worsening air pollution. The directive mandates that fuel stations must supply petrol or diesel only to vehicles that possess a valid Pollution Under Control certificate. The move aims to ensure compliance with emission norms, as a significant number of vehicles are still operating without the required certification despite the rule being introduced in December. Emphasising the urgency of the situation, Gupta stated that effective and firm measures are essential to address air quality concerns. She highlighted…

New Delhi: An India-bound container ship was among vessels targeted and seized by Iranian forces in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, heightening concerns over maritime safety amid ongoing regional tensions. According to available shipping data, three container vessels came under attack while transiting the narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to global trade routes. Of these, two were seized by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, which stated that the ships were being escorted towards the Iranian coast. One of the vessels, identified as Epaminondas, was reportedly bound for India and was the first to face gunfire during the incident.…

Washington: Donald Trump has triggered controversy after reposting remarks by radio host Michael Savage that included offensive references to countries such as India and China while discussing birthright citizenship in the United States. The comments were shared on Trump’s Truth Social platform, amplifying a podcast episode in which Savage criticised the concept of automatic citizenship for children born in the US to non citizens. He argued that the system is being misused and called for changes to existing laws, suggesting that the issue should be decided through a national referendum rather than judicial interpretation. The repost came shortly after Trump…

New Delhi: A team from the National Investigation Agency has reached the HPCL Rajasthan Refinery in Pachpadra to investigate a fire that broke out just a day before its scheduled inauguration by Narendra Modi. The blaze occurred on April 20, prompting authorities to examine whether the incident was accidental or involved external interference. The NIA team, comprising intelligence personnel, forensic experts, and cyber specialists, has begun a detailed assessment of the site, focusing on the Crude Distillation Unit where the fire is believed to have originated. Initial findings from the refinery operator indicate that a possible hydrocarbon leak from a…

New Delhi: India and Germany are moving closer to finalising a major submarine agreement valued at around $8 billion, signalling a significant shift in their defence partnership. The development was confirmed by Boris Pistorius, who indicated that both sides are nearing the conclusion of talks on a project involving the construction of six advanced conventional submarines. The agreement is being seen as a turning point in bilateral relations, with the Ministry of Defence describing ongoing discussions as part of a broader strategic reset. The proposed collaboration focuses on co production of military platforms, with particular emphasis on advanced and specialised…

Goa: The Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), Ahmedabad, a pioneer in the field of entrepreneurship development, education, and training, has been organising national summer camps since 1992. These unique summer camps, organised for children in the age group of 12–16 years and youth aged 16–22 years, aim to imbibe winning skills in them, alongside building an entrepreneurial mindset at an early stage. This year, the 46th and 47th editions of the camps on ‘Entrepreneurial Stimulation for Children’ will be held from May 3–8 and May 24–29, respectively, at the institute’s campus. Similarly, the 49th and 50th editions of the…

New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India has raised concerns over multiple emerging risks to the economy, pointing to global conflict, climate factors, and technological disruptions as key challenges in its latest Monetary Policy Committee minutes. The central bank cautioned that escalating tensions in West Asia could disrupt global supply chains, leading to higher costs and slower economic growth worldwide. It noted that any disturbance in vital trade routes such as the Strait of Hormuz could push up energy and commodity prices, placing pressure on domestic production in the coming financial year. The RBI also flagged the potential impact of…