New Odisha Age

Government Absorbing LPG Cost Spike to Shield Consumers, Says Official

Bhubaneswar: The Government of India has absorbed a substantial portion of the recent rise in LPG costs to protect consumers from a sharper price increase, according to a senior official. Speaking on LPG pricing, Sujata Sharma said the current price of a domestic LPG cylinder in New Delhi stands at ₹913, even after a ₹60…

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LPG Shortage Pushes Hotels to Firewood as West Asia Conflict Disrupts Supplies

Bhubaneswar: Hotels and small eateries in several Indian cities have begun switching to traditional firewood chulhas after supplies of commercial LPG cylinders dwindled amid global energy disruptions linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. In cities such as Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Madurai, restaurant owners say they have been forced to rely on firewood for…

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Government Cracks Down on Piracy, Blocks Telegram Channels Streaming Shows Illegally

Bhubaneswar: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has taken action under the Information Technology Act, 2000 to block several Telegram channels accused of illegally streaming copyrighted films and web series. The move follows complaints from major streaming platforms about the unauthorized sharing of popular titles such as the Bigg Boss reality show, the The Family…

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India Clinch Historic Third T20 World Cup Title Under Suryakumar Yadav

Bhubaneswar: The India national cricket team scripted history by winning their third ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title, defeating the New Zealand national cricket team in a dominant final that also marked India’s first back-to-back triumph and their first T20 World Cup victory on home soil. Led by captain Suryakumar Yadav, India posted a formidable…

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India’s Energy Security Remains Stable Despite Global Market Concerns

Bhubaneswar: Amid growing geopolitical tensions and speculation about disruptions in global energy supplies, India’s energy security remains stable, backed by strong reserves, robust refining capacity, and diversified import sources. Contrary to alarmist narratives circulating in public discourse, data indicates that the country maintains a comfortable buffer to manage temporary shocks in the global oil market….

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Panic vs Reality: Fuel Rumours Test India’s Information Discipline

Bhubaneswar: As geopolitical tensions intensify in West Asia, anxieties about energy security are unsurprising. But the rapid spread of rumours about petrol and diesel shortages across social media illustrates a familiar problem in moments of global uncertainty: panic often travels faster than facts. India’s largest fuel retailer, Indian Oil Corporation, has categorically dismissed the circulating…

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Iran Missile Strike on Bahrain Refinery Signals Dangerous Expansion of West Asia Conflict

Bhubaneswar: The intensifying confrontation between Iran and its adversaries has taken a new and alarming turn after Tehran reportedly launched a missile strike on a major oil facility in Bahrain, raising fears of a broader regional war and threatening critical global energy infrastructure. Refinery Hit Near Manama The missile reportedly struck the Ma’ameer refinery complex,…

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West Asia Conflict Disrupts Bhubaneswar–Dubai Flights, Passengers Stranded

Bhubaneswar: The escalating conflict in West Asia has begun to directly affect air travel from Odisha, with flights between Bhubaneswar and Dubai facing cancellations due to widespread airspace closures in the region. Airline IndiGo has cancelled its Bhubaneswar–Dubai flights scheduled for Monday and Wednesday, following restrictions on several air routes across West Asia after recent…

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Russia Ready to Redirect Crude to India Amid West Asia Supply Concerns

Bhubaneswar: Amid rising uncertainty over energy supplies due to tensions in West Asia, Russia is prepared to reroute crude oil shipments to India to help cushion potential disruptions, according to an industry source cited by Reuters. The source said around 9.5 million barrels of crude are already on board tankers near Indian waters, and these…

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India vs England T20 World Cup Clash: Form, Rivalry and Wankhede Conditions in Focus

Bhubaneswar: Defending champions India national cricket team enter their crucial encounter against England cricket team riding strong momentum after an impressive Super Eights campaign in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. India’s confidence has been boosted by a standout performance from Sanju Samson, whose unbeaten 97 against the West Indies cricket team powered the side…

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