PAN Card Rules Change 2026: New Documents Required

Starting April 1, 2026, PAN card applicants must submit additional documents beyond Aadhaar, including birth certificates and voter IDs. New application forms will be mandatory, and PAN name must match Aadhaar exactly.

Smaller LPG Cylinders Considered for Domestic Supply Management

The Indian government is considering reducing LPG cylinder sizes to 10kg or 7kg to manage domestic availability amid West Asia tensions. This move aims to ensure equitable distribution but faces consumer and dealer concerns over logistics and usage.

Gold Crashes to Rs 1.36 Lakh in Sharpest 5-Day Fall

Gold prices in India have plunged over Rs 22,000 per 10 grams in five days, hitting Rs 1.36 lakh amid Iran-Israel-US war tensions and inflation fears. Analysts warn of further declines as global selloffs and currency pressures weigh on the market.

Industrializing Wall Construction for Data Centers

A case study on how AdaniConneX Data Center in Pune used Magicrete AAC Wall Panels to save nearly a year in construction time, enhancing structural performance and meeting aggressive timelines for India's digital infrastructure expansion.

India Considers Smaller LPG Cylinders Due to Global Supply Risks

The Indian government is evaluating measures like reducing LPG cylinder sizes from 14.2kg to 10kg or 7kg to manage domestic supply amid West Asia tensions. This aims to ensure equitable distribution but faces consumer and dealer concerns over logistics an

PAN Card Rules Change: Aadhaar Not Enough from April 1

The Income Tax Department has updated PAN card application rules effective April 1. Aadhaar alone is insufficient; applicants must provide additional documents like birth certificates or passports for verification.

Gurgaon Notice to Orris Over Unauthorised Construction

Gurgaon's district town planner has issued a show-cause notice to Orris Infrastructure for alleged unauthorised construction at a commercial site in Sector 89, citing violations of approved building plans under the Haryana Development Act.

Japan Eyes North America for Crude Oil Supply Diversification

The Japan Petroleum Association is actively considering North America as a key source for crude oil supplies, aiming to diversify its energy portfolio. Chairman Kito, also head of Idemitsu Kosan, confirms no plans to source Russian crude beyond Sakhalin 2

Gold Hits 40-Year Low as Middle East Tensions Rattle Markets

Gold prices have tumbled to their steepest weekly fall in nearly four decades, dropping to $4,354 per ounce amid Middle East tensions. The decline raises questions about gold's safe-haven status as financial factors dominate market behavior.

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