20.6 lakh new workers enrolled under ESI scheme in September

Amid global energy disruptions following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the government has assured that the domestic supply of LPG, petrol, diesel, kerosene, and natural gas remains stable, while citizens are urged to avoid panic booking and conserve fuel, said Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, today.

New Delhi [India], March 12: India is undergoing an intense phase of urban transformation, placing immense pressure on essential infrastructure, mobility, and public spaces across its cities. The scale and speed of this change demand urgent, informed, and future-ready responses that balance growth with environmental responsibility and social equity.

Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Puri will give a statement in Lok Sabha on the overall energy position of India amid West Asia conflict that has invariably affected shipping lines.

New Delhi [India], March 12: In today's fast-moving world, food has become more confusing than ever before. Social media is filled with trending diets, quick weight-loss hacks, and conflicting nutrition advice. While these trends promise rapid results, they often leave people feeling overwhelmed and unsure about what truly qualifies as healthy eating.

Accra [Ghana] / Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 12: Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, has been recognized among the "100 Most Impactful Voices 2026" by ABCD Africa, a prestigious recognition celebrating influential women of African descent who are using their platforms to inspire change, amplify important social conversations, and drive meaningful impact across communities. The list features prominent women leaders and changemakers from 54 African countries and also includes the President of Tanzania. The list came out on the occasion of International Women's Day 2026.

The annual awards of the Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) represent one of India's enduring traditions of honouring individuals whose work embodies service, courage and dedication to society. The awards were instituted in 1980 by Bhagwat Singhji Mewar, the 75th Custodian of the House of Mewar. Conceived with the vision of recognising individuals who uphold the values associated with Mewar's legacy, the awards have grown over the decades into a respected platform celebrating contributions across culture, social service, governance, environmental stewardship and heritage preservation.

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], March 12: MPOWER Financing, a leading global firm enabling high-potential international students to pursue higher education abroad, has shared its assessment of the newly announced changes to the U.S. H-1B visa program. MPOWER's internal modeling, based on the past several years of H-1B results, suggests that the shift from a random lottery to a wage-based selection would have a neutral or even positive impact for Indian Master's STEM graduates.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 12: Reliance Digital announces the offline retail availability of iQOO, the high-performance smartphone brand built for today's youth and tech-forward consumers. Following strong traction in online channels, iQOO is now extending its presence into physical retail, allowing customers to experience and purchase its devices first-hand at Reliance Digital stores across India.

Sharma said two LNG cargos are on their way to India

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 11: The Special Screening of Shivakshay Entertainment's Hindi venture titled as "HONEYMOONAY NAMAH" held at IMPPA House, Andheri West, Mumbai on 9th of March, 2026. Main cast and crew were present in the auditorium. The film is a social satire and full of traditional and cultural aspects. The script narrates a word Honeymoon and the laughter drama begins. Based upon a hill station/ village of Uttarakhand, the film shows the innocence and traditional backwardness of society. It runs with carrying local politics as well. Written and directed by Nishant Bhardwaj "HONEYMOONAY NAMAH" will attract the middle class audiances easily. The film is being produced by Akshay Bafila with Akshay Desai. Akshay Bafila is also the music director and background music scorer.