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Curtains drawn on 40-yr-old MC Mehta air pollution case as SC disposes PIL

The PIL, filed by environmentalist M C Mehta in 1985, led to several landmark judgments and orders aimed at preventing, controlling, and managing pollution levels in Delhi-NCR

India's gems, jewellery exports up 3.86% at $2,680.79 mn in Feb: GJEPC

The overall exports stood at $2,581.08 million (Rs 22,460.13 crore) during the corresponding month of 2025, GJEPC data showed

Lionel Messi faces backlash after White House visit with Donald Trump

Last week, Messi attended a reception at the White House celebrating his U.S.-based team, Inter Miami, winning the 2025 MLS Cup.

Environment ministry backs 10-member panel set up to define Aravalli hills

The committee is proposed to be headed by Kanchan Devi, the current director general of the Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education

West Asia situation, crude oil prices likely to steer markets this week

Besides global trends, the US Fed interest rate decision and inflation data would also influence trading in markets

Intensify proactive monitoring of duopolistic sectors: Parl panel tells CCI

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has the mandate to curb anti-competitive practices and promote fair competition across sectors

Five reasons why fans can't wait for the IPL 2026 season to begin

From blockbuster player moves to legendary returns and defending champions looking to prove a point, there is no shortage of reasons for fans to be excited.

Exporters plan early shipments, explore alternate routes amid Iran war

The exporting community said that businesses are also adjusting inventory, contracts, and schedules for flexibility

Strait of Hormuz open to all except US, Israel: Iranian foreign minister

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says other vessels are continuing to use the route even as security concerns in the region prompted some shipping companies to avoid the area

Cabinet Secretariat directs secys to submit notes on major proposed reforms

Ministries and departments have to submit those notes by March 17 to the secretariat

Vedanta to raise ₹2,575 cr via NCDs; ICICI, Kotak among key investors

The mining major's base issue of Rs 2,000 crore was oversubscribed when it opened last week, prompting the company to exercise a Rs 575 crore greenshoe option

Strict guidelines for IPL teams: Why teams can't practice on used pitches?

According to the guidelines, teams will not be allowed to train on nets or practice pitches that were previously used by another franchise during their allocated practice session.

Amit Shah lays foundation for ₹2,092 crore health projects in Assam

Shah inaugurated the Rs 675 crore Pragjyotishpur Medical College and Hospital in Guwahati, at a programme held on its premises

UAE reports new missile attack after Iran warns 3 major ports to evacuate

Tehran accused the United States of using "ports, docks and hideouts" in the UAE to launch strikes on Kharg Island, home to the main terminal handling Iran's oil exports

Govt stops LPG supply to PNG households as regulator pushes gas rollout

The amended order also prohibits government oil companies and their distributors from providing domestic LPG connections or refilling cylinders for consumers who already have a PNG supply

LPG crisis: Orders from restaurants start recovering, says magicpin

Orders in cuisines that rely significantly on LPG-based cooking initially saw a dip of about 5-10 per cent, but demand has started to recover as restaurants adjust their operations

Dubai-based Solstice Data signs ₹52,600 cr MoU for investment in Kerala

As part of the landmark agreement, 100 acres of land within the park will be allocated to the company to facilitate the development of its facilities

MSMEs face operational crisis as LPG shortage threatens jobs, growth

AIE National Chairman K E Raghunathan said for thousands of small industries, commercial kitchens, and food processors, "LPG is not just fuel, it is the lifeline of daily production"

Rohit Sharma hopes India build on recent men's and women's WC wins

India have recorded a string of wins in ICC events from the time Rohit led the team to T20 World Cup win in 2024.

FIH Women's Hockey WC Qualifiers: IND lose 0-2 to ENG but qualify for WC

The Indians, ranked ninth in the world, tried their heart and soul throughout the entire 60 minutes but failed to break the resolute English defence.