OPEC+ approves modest oil output hike of 188,000 bpd for Sep 2026

OPEC+ will increase oil production by 188,000 barrels per day in September 2026. The move by seven member countries aims to support global market stability and allow for accelerated compensation for previous overproduction by member nations. OPEC+ has approved an increase in oil production of around 188,000 barrels per day (bpd) for September 2026, as … Read more

Odisha CM seeks UNESCO Intangible Heritage tag for Puri’s Ratha Yatra

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi has written to the Union Culture Minister, urging the Centre to nominate Puri’s Ratha Yatra for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, highlighting its timeless civilisational and cultural significance. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has formally written to Union Minister for Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, requesting the Central Government’s personal … Read more

Karnataka Cabinet Expansion: 20 New Ministers Inducted by Shivakumar

CM DK Shivakumar expanded his ministry, inducting 20 new leaders with a focus on social and regional representation. The new cabinet has a record seven SC ministers, while many senior Congress leaders were left out, causing some disappointment. The Congress high command on Monday approved the induction of 20 leaders into the Karnataka Cabinet as … Read more

India, Uzbekistan can leverage strengths to capture global markets: Goyal

Piyush Goyal said India and Uzbekistan’s complementary economies can help capture global markets. Uzbekistan’s Minister Laziz Kudratov noted strong business interest and highlighted strategic partnership opportunities in mining, auto, and textiles. India and Uzbekistan can leverage their complementary strengths to jointly capture global markets as the two countries hardly compete in any area, Union Minister … Read more

Wrestlers to appeal against Brij Bhushan’s acquittal in sexual case

Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia said women wrestlers will challenge the acquittal of former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in the sexual harassment case. They expressed disappointment but said they have not lost hope and the fight will continue. Wrestlers Vow to Continue Fight, Appeal Acquittal Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia on Monday said … Read more

NDA states took firm action against recruitment scams: CM Dhami

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami lauded NDA-ruled states for their firm action against recruitment scams, citing his own government’s arrest of over 100 individuals. He contrasted this with alleged widespread irregularities in opposition-ruled states. Dhami Slams Opposition Over Recruitment Scams Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday said that NDA-ruled states have taken firm … Read more

Congress Wins Datia Bypoll; CM Yadav Accepts Verdict, Stays Hopeful

Congress won the Datia by-election, with Ghanshyam Singh defeating BJP’s Ashutosh Tiwari. MP CM Mohan Yadav accepted the loss but highlighted BJP’s increased vote share, while Congress’s Jitu Patwari called it a sign of change. CM Yadav Accepts Verdict, Cites Increased Vote Share Following Congress’s win in Datia by-elections, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav … Read more

Assam floods: CM Sarma reviews damage in second visit to Sivasagar

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma visited flood-affected areas in Sivasagar and Charaideo, assessing damage and interacting with residents. He announced compensation for flood victims and assured assistance for farmers to resume agricultural activities. CM Sarma Inspects Flood-Ravaged Areas Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday visited the flood-affected areas of Nazira, Mahmora and Sonari … Read more

Delhi HC rejects Naresh Balyan’s bail plea, notes syndicate nexus

Delhi High Court denied bail to ex-AAP MLA Naresh Balyan in a MCOCA case, citing a ‘discernible nexus’ with gangster Kapil Sangwan’s crime syndicate. The court found prima facie evidence of ‘continuing unlawful activity’ for pecuniary gain. HC Denies Bail, Cites Syndicate Nexus The Delhi High Court on Monday refused to grant bail to former … Read more