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A sudden surge in panic bookings of LPG cylinders in Hyderabad has extended delivery timelines from one day to nearly three. The Greater Hyderabad Gas Distributors Association (GHGDA) clarified that the backlog is due to artificial demand, not an actual shortage.
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The Supreme Court of India took suo motu cognisance of illegal sand mining in the National Chambal Sanctuary, citing threats to endangered Gharial populations and other aquatic wildlife. The court sought directions from the Chief Justice over environmental concerns
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Panic buying triggered a surge in LPG bookings across Telangana, disrupting distribution systems and delaying cylinder deliveries, distributors said. Authorities assured there is no supply shortage, while the state government scheduled a review meeting with oil companies to address operational issues
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The Lok Sabha was adjourned till noon following loud protests by Opposition members over rising LPG prices and supply shortages. Speaker Om Birla cautioned MPs against disrupting Question Hour, stressing the need to uphold parliamentary decorum.
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Tollywood actor Rashmika Mandanna has announced her decision to pursue legal action against individuals and media platforms circulating an alleged eight-year-old private conversation. The platforms were given 24 hours to remove the content before legal proceedings begin.
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Aditya Dhar reflected on life lessons while celebrating his birthday, saying the past year taught him to believe in dreams and work with honesty. The filmmaker shared he is finalising his upcoming film Dhurandhar: The Revenge and thanked fans for their support
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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu congratulated APGENCO for achieving a record thermal power generation of 6,160 MW in a single day, marking 93.19 per cent of its installed capacity.
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Pakistan carried out fresh airstrikes across several provinces in Afghanistan, including Kabul and Kandahar, killing civilians, the Taliban claimed. Spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid condemned the attacks as sovereignty violations, further escalating tensions along the volatile Afghanistan-Pakistan border
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Domestic LPG consumers in Nalgonda district are facing severe difficulties due to halted cylinder supply. Long queues were reported at Bharat Gas distributor’s outlet in Mothkur, Yadadri Bhongir, where residents alleged that despite assurances of adequate stock, distribution had been stopped for four days.
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Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen will step down after nearly 18 years, the company announced, beginning a search for his successor. Narayen will remain board chair while overseeing a smooth transition after leading Adobe’s transformation into a global cloud and AI-driven software leader
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US President Donald Trump issued a fresh threat to Iran on Truth Social, claiming its military capabilities were being destroyed. His remarks escalated tensions amid the ongoing conflict, drawing global attention to rising geopolitical risks in the Middle East
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Scrap theft incidents are rising in mines operated by Singareni Collieries, with thieves targeting iron scrap and copper cables. Security personnel have been attacked in several cases despite increased surveillance and deployment of guards.
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The Congress has criticised the Modi government for its silence on the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, allegedly carried out by the US and Israel. Jairam Ramesh accused the prime minister of avoiding confrontation with American and Israeli leaders.
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Rising fuel prices and Middle East tensions could boost traffic through the Panama Canal as shipping companies seek shorter, fuel-efficient routes, administrator Ricaurte Vasquez said. Higher energy costs may shift global trade routes and LNG shipments if Gulf disruptions continue
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Two persons were detained under the Goondas Act in Madurai for hoarding 398 LPG cylinders for black marketing, the first such action in Tamil Nadu. Authorities assured adequate fuel supplies, urging the public to avoid panic buying despite rumours of shortages
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Global oil prices eased slightly after the US allowed a 30-day waiver for countries to buy Russian oil already in transit. Brent and WTI declined marginally, while India assured adequate crude supplies through diversified sourcing and reduced dependence on the Strait of Hormuz route
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Indian equity markets opened sharply lower as rising crude oil prices amid the US-Iran war dampened investor sentiment. Sensex and Nifty fell over 0.6 per cent, while most sectoral indices traded in the red. Analysts warned higher oil prices could increase inflation and market volatility
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An 84-year-old bedridden woman died after a stray dog attack at Vellarakad in Thrissur district. Residents later tracked down and killed the animal. Police registered a case and sent the carcass for rabies examination.
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Four died and several others were injured when a bus fell on road side near Indalvai on NH-44
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Thick smoke and flames were seen billowing from the building as the fire spread through the furniture stocked inside
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India will take on Italy in the semifinal of the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers after finishing top of Pool B. With strong form and a better head-to-head record, the hosts aim to continue their run and reach the final
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Indian youth boxers continued their strong run at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok, with Gunjan, Radhamani Longjam and Chandrika Pujari securing impressive victories while a few others suffered defeats in their bouts
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The Telangana High Court directed the State government to examine the issue of regularisation of temporary and contract employees, observing that thousands of similar cases were pending and that clear policy guidelines could help resolve disputes and reduce the burden on courts
