Two vessels with 92,700 metric tonnes LPG from Iran to dock in India by March 17, panic buying on rise: Centre
Two India-bound vessels carrying 92,700 metric tonnes have safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz off the Iranian coast and are scheduled to dock by March 16-17, the Centre said on Saturday, adding that the “LPG remains a matter of concern at this time” for the government, but no dry outs have been reported at any distribution centre. The government also noted a sharp rise in panic booking among the people amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia which has disrupted oil and gas supply chain across the world.
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TMC disrespected President, tribals; their reign coming to an end: PM Modi fires off poll bugle in Bengal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on the ruling All India Trinamool Congress during a massive rally in Kolkata, saying the party could not accept the honour of President Droupadi Murmu. Addressing supporters at the conclusion of the BJP’s Parivartan Yatra campaign, PM Modi said the state government had disrespected the President during her recent visit to Bengal.
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Kaattaan Trailer: Vijay Sethupathi’s Tamil web series promises a gripping storyline full of suspense | Watch
The trailer of Vijay Sethupathi’s Tamil web series Kaattaan was released by the makers on Friday, March 13, 2026, and it will surely send chills down your spine. This action-drama and mystery thriller features a smiling severed head of Vijay Sethupathi’s character, Muthu, and explores how the police begin their investigation to find his body.
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India women qualify for Hockey World Cup, beat Italy 1-0 in qualifiers semi-final, Manisha Chauhan stars
India women’s team has qualified for the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup after defeating Italy 1–0 in the semi-final of the qualifiers in Hyderabad on Friday. Manisha Chauhan, in the third quarter, converted a penalty corner in the 40th minute, driving the ball straight through the centre to beat the Italian defence and keeper. In a game where both teams showed extreme defensive discipline, Manisha’s moment of brilliance won India the contest.
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Vessel carrying 40,000 metric tonnes of LPG leaves Strait of Hormuz with Indian Navy escort
Amid the raging conflict in the Middle East, India and Iran have reportedly struck an agreement on the passage of ships from the Strait of Hormuz and a vessel named Shivalik carrying a massive 40,000 metric tonnes of LPG is set to arrive at the Indian coastline in a couple of days, sources said on Friday.
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F1 races in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia set to be cancelled amid West Asia war, Audi reacts
Formula One races in the Middle East next month are expected to be scrapped as the region faces escalating military tensions. The Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grand Prixes, scheduled for April, are now widely anticipated to be cancelled as the situation surrounding the conflict involving Iran continues to deteriorate.
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Two Indians killed, several injured in Iranian drone attack in Oman: MEA
As many as two Indian nationals were killed in an attack in Oman’s Sohar amid escalating unrest in the Middle East. Besides, several others were injured in the incident.
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PM Modi inaugurates, lays foundation for Rs 4,500 crore projects in Assam; attacks Congress
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in poll-bound Assam on Friday for a two-day visit ahead of the high-stakes Assembly elections. He inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for several development projects worth over Rs 4,500 crore. The Prime Minister landed in Guwahati and was scheduled to address a public gathering in Kokrajhar. However, due to inclement weather, he could not reach the venue and instead participated in the programme via video conferencing.
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Cocktail 2 teaser with Dhurandhar 2 revives buzz around Shahid Kapoor-Ranveer Singh’s alleged old clash
The first posters of Rashmika Mandanna, Kriti Sanon and Shahid Kapoor’s Cocktail 2 was released on March 13. Along with the cast posters, the makers announced that the teaser of the film will be released along with the paid preview of Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar on March 18 in theatres.
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OPINION | LPG: No reason to panic
The Centre on Friday asked all commercial LPG consumers in major urban cities to contact their local city gas distribution network provider or their designated dealer to obtain a piped natural gas (PNG) connection to avoid facing disruptions in LPG supplies.
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