US retail sales beat expectations in May as energy costs stay highUS retail sales significantly exceeded expectations in May, climbing 0.9 percent to $763.7 billion, driven by a substantial 3.4 percent inc...
17 Jun, 2026, 07.25 PM IST
Higher prices for gas, groceries and flights will outlast the Iran war, experts sayA tentative deal to end the Iran war offers hope but immediate price drops for consumers are unlikely. Experts suggest it will take time fo...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
Powerball jackpot rises to to $283 million for June 17 drawing - Here's what the winner could actually pocket on Wednesday nightThe Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $283 million for the June 17 drawing. No ticket matched all numbers in the recent draw, i...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.39 AM IST
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma virtually inaugurates PNG projects in Mangaldai, TezpurAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated new natural gas projects to bring piped natural gas to homes and industries, and compr...
16 Jun, 2026, 10.08 PM IST
Fast-tracked power plants fuel AI boom, with little public scrutinyNew power plants are being built at an unprecedented speed to meet the growing demand of tech companies. These facilities, often fueled by ...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.09 PM IST
Powerball jackpot winning numbers for June 15 revealed - Check who won the $269 million jackpot on Monday nightWinners of the June 15 jackpot would have two payout choices. They could take the full advertised prize of $269 million through an annuity ...
16 Jun, 2026, 09.06 AM IST
Maruti Suzuki shares jump over 4%. How is the new E100 regulation triggering a surge?Maruti Suzuki shares surged after the government approved legal recognition for 100% ethanol blend fuel (E100). This move, championed by Ni...
15 Jun, 2026, 01.03 PM IST
Powerball jackpot rises to $269 million for June 15 drawing - Here's what the winner could actually pocket on Monday nightThe Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $269 million for the upcoming drawing. No ticket matched all numbers in the recent Saturd...
15 Jun, 2026, 09.39 AM IST
Strait of Hormuz reopening to ease oil supply risks for India as US-Iran reach truce dealA "toll free" reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, following a US-Iran ceasefire agreement, promises significant relief for India's crude oil...
15 Jun, 2026, 08.11 AM IST
Mob disrupts Railway traffic near Patna; police resort to lathi-charge, fire tear gas shellsRailway traffic near Patna was disrupted by a mob alleging insufficient trains for a competitive exam. Police used tear gas and lathi-charg...
14 Jun, 2026, 04.26 PM IST
Supply curbs bulk buyers shut out of retail fuel networkThe government has restricted bulk diesel purchases from retail stations to 200 litres per customer and banned reselling to prevent diversi...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.28 AM IST
Blending of E20+ petrol exempt from excise dutyThe government has removed excise duty on blending over 20% ethanol with petrol. This move supports the use of more domestically produced e...
12 Jun, 2026, 01.05 PM IST
Govt restricts bulk industrial petrol, diesel purchases through petrol pumpsIndustrial and commercial users can no longer buy petrol and diesel from petrol pumps. They must now get fuel from bulk sale points. This c...
12 Jun, 2026, 10.12 AM IST
LPG crunch forces IRCTC to resume cooking onboard; 60% of railway food to be prepared on electricityRailway Catering and Tourism Corporation is now cooking meals inside moving trains. This practice was stopped earlier but has resumed using...
09 Jun, 2026, 06.09 PM IST
Psychology says adults who keep the gas tank perpetually above half aren't overcautious; their body learned in childhood that running low meant something bad was coming, and topping it up is a promise they still keepMany people exhibit safety behaviors, such as always filling their car's gas tank. This habit stems from past scarcity and anxiety, not cur...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
Gas at $4: Americans cut back on discretionary spends as fuel bills mountAmericans are adjusting their spending as fuel prices climb. Shoppers are altering routines, visiting discount stores for gas, and cutting ...
07 Jun, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
Fuel prices are shaping summer plans as US boaters get ready to hit the waterBoaters face higher fuel costs impacting summer plans. Gas prices are up significantly, affecting everything from pontoon boats to large ya...
06 Jun, 2026, 10.15 AM IST