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World Trade Organization members failed to extend the TRIPS moratorium on non-violation complaints at MC14, ending a safeguard in place since 1995. The lapse raises uncertainty, risking disputes over intellectual property policies, especially for developing nations like India

India has finalised 33 questions for Census 2027’s first phase, covering housing conditions, amenities, and household details. Officials said data collection will run April–September, with self-enumeration options introduced to improve efficiency while ensuring confidentiality of citizens’ information

From April 1, India will implement major financial and regulatory changes, including the new Income Tax Act 2025, labour law reforms, revised Indian Railways ticket cancellation rules, and updated LPG pricing. These measures aim to simplify taxes, boost employee benefits, and tighten regulations

The Centre said India’s petrol, diesel and LPG supplies remain fully secure, with about 60 days of stock available. It warned citizens against misinformation causing panic buying and highlighted increased domestic production, imports and expansion of PNG connections.

Nayara Energy raised petrol by Rs 5 per litre and diesel by Rs 3, becoming one of India’s first fuel retailers to pass on crude price hikes amid Middle East tensions. State-owned firms have kept prices unchanged since April 2022

India’s CO2 emissions rose just 0.7% in 2025, the slowest in over two decades, driven by falling power-sector emissions and reduced coal and oil consumption. Clean-energy growth, especially solar and wind, offset fossil-fuel use despite planned industrial expansions

Fuel panic is spreading across India after PM Modi’s warning. But is there really a shortage or lockdown coming? Here’s the truth behind rumours, hoarding, and what it means for you.

The Women’s Selection Committee has announced India’s squad for the five-match T20I series against South Africa starting April 17. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the team, with Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain for the away tour.

India secured a gold medal in Clash Royale and a bronze in Dota 2 at the Global Esports Games in Mumbai. Anuhith Gosala defeated Kazakhstan’s Miras 3-2 in a thrilling final to clinch the championship.

India and Bhutan have announced a cross-border remittance initiative integrating the UPU PosTransfer system with India’s UPI through postal networks. The initiative aims to make money transfers faster, affordable and accessible while strengthening postal and technology cooperation.

A fierce price war has erupted among Indian pharmaceutical companies after the Semaglutide patent expiry, with generics priced up to 90 percent cheaper. The sharp price cuts could expand diabetes and obesity treatment access for millions of patients in India.

The Indian senior men’s cricket team will tour Ireland in June 2026 for a two-match T20 International series, the BCCI announced on Saturday. Both matches will be played in Belfast on June 26 and June 28.

India’s Under-20 women’s team has arrived in Thailand for the AFC Asian Cup, marking their return after 20 years. The Young Tigresses will undergo a 13-day preparation phase before opening their campaign against Japan on April 2.

Canada’s RCMP Chief Mike Duheme said there is currently no evidence of Indian-linked transnational repression in Canada. His remarks follow months of diplomatic tensions, with both countries now normalizing ties and advancing cooperation on uranium, minerals, and trade agreements

India’s U20 women’s team, led by Shubhangi Singh, is set to return to the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup after 20 years, aiming for a strong performance and knockout qualification following extensive international preparation and improved team cohesion.

Shashi Tharoor urged India to call for an end to the US-Israel–Iran conflict, while backing a cautious approach. He also said New Delhi should have offered public condolences on Ayatollah Khamenei’s death amid rising geopolitical tensions.

India head coach Craig Fulton expressed confidence after the team was drawn in a challenging Pool D alongside England, Pakistan and Wales for the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026, outlining a focused preparation strategy ahead of the tournament.

India’s men’s and women’s teams have received a favourable draw in the 2026 Thomas and Uber Cup, with both placed in Group A. While the men are favourites to progress, the women face a tougher challenge in the group stage.

India has sharply increased Russian oil imports after the US allowed higher purchases, prompting several tankers originally bound for China to divert to Indian ports. Analysts say rising demand from multiple buyers could push global oil prices higher.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused the US of hypocrisy, saying Washington pressured India to stop buying Russian oil but is now urging countries to purchase it after the recent conflict involving Iran, the US, and Israel escalated tensions across the Gulf region