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India ramps up Russian oil purchases, locks 60 million barrels for April

India has ramped up Russian oil purchases for April delivery as disruptions in West Asia tighten global supply, with refiners paying premiums to ensure energy security and avoid domestic shortages.

Centre warns of LPG supply curbs for households refusing PNG switch where available

Form 16 set to go as govt revamps ITR filing system from April 1

Indians’ safety, LPG supply top priorities: PM Modi in Lok Sabha on West Asia crisis

Rajkot doctor installs hidden camera, blackmails colleague for ₹25 lakh

Unrequited obsession turns criminal as covert surveillance racket yields over 3,000 videos.

Govt blocks 300 betting sites as crackdown on illegal online gaming intensifies

The Centre has blocked around 300 illegal betting websites and apps in a fresh enforcement drive, targeting online casinos, sports betting platforms, and satta networks under stricter digital gaming regulations.

New tax rules from April 1 simplify framework, retain HRA, tighten disclosures

The Centre has notified revised income tax rules effective April 1, focusing on simplification while keeping HRA benefits intact and enforcing stricter disclosure requirements to boost transparency and compliance.

Fight against hate speech must be for all communities, not selective, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court stressed that action against hate speech must be uniform and not driven by community bias, underscoring constitutional principles of equality and fraternity while hearing matters related to offensive content and public discourse.

LPG panic subsides but supply crunch deepens as Strait of Hormuz disruption hits India

Household bookings drop to near-normal levels, yet over 55% of supply remains at risk as commercial users face acute shortages.

₹497 crore RELIEF scheme launched to cushion exporters hit by West Asia disruptions

The Centre has rolled out a time-bound support package to offset rising freight and insurance costs for exporters, as the ongoing West Asia conflict disrupts shipping routes and increases risks across key trade corridors.