Borewell truck owners in four Tamil Nadu districts are on strike, demanding a sharp increase in drilling charges due to rising diesel and spare parts costs. Read about their demands and the impact.
Aman Gupta explains his decision to step down as boAt CMO ahead of the IPO, citing professionalisation and investor trust. The move follows a jibe from Shark Tank's Anupam Mittal. Read the full story.
Byatarayanapura police arrested Venkatesh for siphoning diesel from parked lorries. He stored fuel in plastic containers and sold it cheaply. Read the full story.
Surat police's SOG raided Kidiabet island, seizing 14,200 litres of stolen marine diesel. The fuel was siphoned from ships and sold to illegal shrimp farms. Read the full investigation details.
A boat carrying over 100 passengers capsizes in Nigeria's Yobe State, killing 25. Rescue operations continue for 14 missing persons. Details on the tragic accident.
A passenger boat capsized in Nigeria's Kwara State, killing at least 25 people. 14 remain missing as rescue operations continue. Details on the tragedy and local response.
Bengaluru authorities have banned all diesel and fuel-based boats in city lakes, enforcing a shift to zero-pollution alternatives to protect aquatic life. Learn about the new eco-friendly boating policy.
The grand finale of the President's Trophy Vallamkali and Champions Boat League is set for Ashtamudi Lake, Kollam, this Saturday. Nine snake boats will race 1100M. Don't miss the action!
The Trump administration's expanded travel ban now suspends all adoption visas from 39 nations, including Nigeria and Haiti. Experts call it a major, underreported shift in policy. Read the full list and implications.
QatarEnergy slashes fuel prices for January 2026, offering relief to consumers. Premium petrol now QR 1.95, Super & Diesel at QR 2 per litre. Read the full details.
A migrant boat bound for Europe capsizes off Gambia, leaving at least 7 dead and dozens missing. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate the tragedy.
Hyundai Creta becomes India's first mid-size SUV to cross 2 lakh annual sales in 2025. Discover key facts, diesel variant popularity, and what this means for the Indian auto market.
The UAE fuel price committee announced a significant drop in petrol and diesel rates for January 2026, reversing December's hike. Get the latest price list and analysis.
Burkina Faso and Mali impose reciprocal travel restrictions on US citizens after Trump's expanded ban on 39 countries. 25 African nations are affected, raising concerns for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Read the full list here.
The Indian government has prohibited the manufacture of painkiller nimesulide, citing safety concerns. Know the details and implications of this major healthcare decision.
Niranam Chundan clinched the Kochi leg of Champions Boat League Season 5, ending Veeyapuram's 9-match winning run in a thrilling photo finish. Read about the race details and vibrant cultural celebrations.
Kochi's Champions Boat League Season 5 saw a last-minute venue shift to avoid shallow waters. Organizers raced against low tide to complete the event successfully, but experts demand a permanent solution for the racecourse. Read more.
Kalamboli police nab two men for stealing diesel from parked trucks at knife point. 175 litres of fuel, a car with fake plates, and a knife seized. Read the full details.
Patna administration deploys over 125 officials at 104 spots, bans Ganga boat rides, and sets up QRTs for safe New Year 2026 festivities. Full details inside.
Motihari police arrested five gang members for stealing & adulterating diesel from trucks on NH-28A. 9,600 litres seized. Read how the racket operated.
MSRTC's green mobility plans hit major roadblocks. With only 600 e-buses received, the state transport body will add 8,000 diesel buses next year to bolster its weak fleet. Read about the setbacks and commuter woes.
Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler AG settle for $149.6 million over allegations of using illegal software to cheat emission tests in over 211,000 diesel vehicles. Read the full details.
Dharashiv consumer forum directs police petrol pump & BPCL to pay lawyer Rs 1.5 lakh after water-mixed diesel damaged his car. Details on the landmark order inside.
Haryana Pollution Board fines violators Rs 2.8 crore in Gurgaon & Nuh for flouting dust, genset, and industrial norms. Major construction projects shut. Read the full report.
A truck driver from Bihar was shot and injured by criminals attempting to steal diesel from his vehicle near Sikandarpur, Kannauj. Police are investigating the brazen highway robbery. Read the full report.
Patna district administration imposes a two-phase ban on private boats in the Ganga river during Christmas and New Year to prevent accidents. Read the full details and official orders here.
boAt's premium sub-brand Valour launches the Ring 1, a lightweight titanium health tracker for 24/7 fitness monitoring. Priced at Rs 11,999, it offers 15-day battery life. Discover its features.
Sonepat administration bans diesel auto-rickshaws from January 1, 2025, to curb pollution. Owners must switch to CNG or electric vehicles. Details on the phase-out plan here.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's election budget for 2026 hits Rs 20 crore, a 165% jump from 2017. Rising fuel, manpower, and material costs drive the steep increase. Read the full breakdown.
Pilibhit district administration suspends diesel licence & cancels NOC of Tiwari Filling Station after land lease expired. Action follows complaint by HC lawyer. Details inside.