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Hardeep Singh Puri
BJP likely to retain 8 UP seats, SP eyes 2
The BJP is expected to maintain a majority in upcoming Rajya Sabha elections across Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal.
Sustained dialogue key for investment, strengthening energy resilience says Hardeep Singh Puri
India and OPEC officials met to discuss energy security and cooperation during the Seventh High-Level Meeting of the OPEC-India Energy Dialogue.
ECI announces schedule for polls to 12 Rajya Sabha seats
The Election Commission of India has scheduled elections for 12 Rajya Sabha seats across Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal for October.
Political tussle intensifies over 10 Rajya Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh
Elections are approaching for 10 Rajya Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh as current terms expire on November 25.
ONGC discovers significant natural gas reserves off the Odisha coast
ONGC has discovered significant natural gas reserves in a deep-water well off the coast of Odisha in the Mahanadi basin.
Election Commission announces Rajya Sabha polls for 11 seats on October 16
The Election Commission of India has announced biennial elections for 11 Rajya Sabha seats across Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand and one by-election in West Bengal on October 16, 2026.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns 76, receives widespread birthday wishes
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated his 76th birthday while marking 25 years in constitutional public service.
UPI transaction charges: Petrol pump dealers seek full MDR exemption
The All India Petroleum Dealers Association has requested the Indian government to waive Merchant Discount Rate charges for UPI transactions exceeding ₹2,000 to protect dealer margins.
Tehseen Poonawalla Instagram account suspended ahead of E20 fuel protest march
Tehseen Poonawalla's Instagram account was suspended shortly before he planned a car march against the mandatory E20 petrol policy in India.
Parliament passes bill criminalizing insults to national song Vande Mataram
Parliament passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, criminalizing insult to the national song Vande Mataram.
E20 petrol may cause minor mileage reduction in older vehicles
The Indian government stated in Parliament that E20 petrol may reduce mileage by 3-5% in older E10-designed vehicles but has not caused widespread engine damage or breakdowns.