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Fast-track immigration in India: Eligibility, registration and key details explained
India's Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Traveller Programme is now operational at 13 airports, allowing eligible Indian citizens and OCI cardholders to use automated e-gates for faster immigration clearance. This free service utilizes biometric verification for both departures and arrivals, aiming to reduce queues and improve passenger flow.
National Herald case: Delhi HC to hear ED plea against Sonia, Rahul Gandhi today
The Delhi High Court will hear a plea from the Enforcement Directorate. The ED challenges a trial court's decision. The trial court refused to accept a chargesheet against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and others. This is in connection with the National Herald money laundering case. The ED argues the trial court's order is legally flawed.
CBI arrests DGCA official, corporate consultant in alleged bribery case
The Central Bureau of Investigation has apprehended a senior Directorate General of Civil Aviation official and a consultant linked to Reliance Industries. The arrests stem from an alleged bribery case involving ₹2.5 lakh for drone import approvals. The DGCA deputy director-general is accused of demanding payment for granting permissions. The consultant is also associated with a drone manufacturing firm.
Resignations and firings have depleted the FBI and Justice Department. They're scrambling to rebuild
The FBI and Justice Department are facing significant staff shortages. To address this, they are lowering hiring requirements and speeding up recruitment. This includes using social media and offering shorter training for new agents. Prosecutors are also being hired directly from law school. These changes aim to stabilize the workforce after a wave of retirements and resignations.
20% DME-LPG blend can cut imports by 6.3 MT, save around Rs 34,200 cr yearly: Report
India can significantly cut LPG imports by blending 20 per cent dimethyl ether, derived from coal gasification. This move could save 6.3 million tonnes of LPG annually, translating to over USD 4 billion in foreign exchange. The Bureau of Indian Standards permits this blending. Domestic DME production is currently limited, but a clear policy can unlock investments.
22k gold rate today on Akshaya Tritiya 2026: Check 24k, 22k, 18k gold prices (April 19, 2026) in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and other cities
Akshaya Tritiya, April 19, 2026, is here. This auspicious day is ideal for gold purchases and new beginnings. Families traditionally invest in gold and start ventures. Check the latest gold rates from Tanishq, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, and Malabar Gold & Diamonds. The Bureau of Indian Standards app helps verify gold authenticity.
Drug regulator oversight sought for nutraceuticals; NGO flags quality, pricing concerns
A Gujarat NGO is pushing the government to regulate nutraceuticals like medicines. They cite concerns about product quality and unregulated prices. The NGO wants these health supplements to be overseen by drug regulators, not food safety authorities. This move aims to ensure better standards and fair pricing for consumers across India.
Naveen Jindal backs Vedanta chair Anil Agarwal, questions FIR in Chhattisgarh boiler blast probe
Lok Sabha MP Naveen Jindal voiced support for Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal. Jindal questioned Agarwal's naming in an FIR following a fatal boiler blast. He stressed the need for thorough investigation and accountability for the tragedy. Jindal highlighted concerns over due process and consistent standards for private sector accountability.
Akshaya Tritiya 2026 date and time: Check city-wise muhurat timings for gold buying
Akshaya Tritiya, a festival believed to bring wealth, sees a surge in gold purchases, with demand often rising a week prior. This year, the auspicious day falls on Sunday, April 19, 2026, with specific muhurat timings varying by city. Consumers are increasingly opting for investment-grade gold like coins and bars, alongside digital gold, while traditional jewellery remains popular.
AMD UALink strategy: Can AMD disrupt AI data center dominance as open interconnect challenges NVIDIA NVLink ecosystem control?
AMD UALink Standard is driving a major shift in AI infrastructure right now. Advanced Micro Devices is leading this open interconnect push as AI cluster demand surges globally. AMD stock has jumped over 166% in one year, showing strong market confidence. This standard improves speed, reduces latency, and supports multi-vendor AI systems. It helps data centers scale faster with better efficiency. As cloud and enterprise AI grow rapidly, AMD UALink Standard is becoming critical for building flexible, high-performance AI clusters.
Strait of Hormuz crisis spotlights ship 'flagging' rules as India-flagged vessels face higher compliance burden
Ship safety in the Strait of Hormuz draws attention to vessel flagging. India is boosting its flagged fleet. The Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 targets a significant increase in the global share of Indian-flagged ships. This initiative aims to enhance the utilization of these vessels by 2047. Indian flagged ships receive advantages in domestic waters.
PM Modi to chair first-ever CAPFs leadership conference in Delhi in May
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead a significant leadership conference for Central Armed Police Forces officers in May. This inaugural event in Delhi will focus on emerging internal security challenges. Senior officials from the CAPFs, along with Home Minister Amit Shah and NSA Ajit Doval, are expected to attend. The conference aims to synchronize efforts and strengthen national security responses.
Chirag Paswan flags spice export quality issues, says rejections are “disheartening and embarrassing”
Union Minister Paswan highlighted spices’ historic role in India’s trade and their vast untapped potential beyond culinary use.
Legal checkpoints for AI agents now mission critical, say experts
Legal and policy experts are urging Indian regulators to move beyond broad AI principles and begin addressing the unique risks posed by autonomous AI agents. India currently has no dedicated law to govern AI agents that can act on their own and interact with other systems, leading to a yawning gap as companies rapidly deploy such tools across payments, banking and supply chains, they said.
Reviewing draft fuel efficiency norms, will discuss with members on implementation timeline: SIAM
Auto industry body SIAM is reviewing the draft CAFE III fuel efficiency norms and will discuss manufacturer readiness for the implementation timeline with members. President Shailesh Chandra declined to comment on proposed incentives for small cars, citing differing views among manufacturers. SIAM advocates for an enabling environment for EV adoption rather than mandates.
Govt should cap charges of product testing under quality control order: GTRI
High testing and certification costs for Quality Control Orders (QCOs) are pushing many MSME importers out of business, according to GTRI. The think tank urged the government to cap testing charges and recognize foreign lab reports to support the 'Make in India' initiative and prevent market domination by large importers.
ED arrests I-PAC co-founder Vinesh Chandel in West Bengal coal scam case
The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Vinesh Chandel, a director of political consultancy firm I-PAC. This arrest is linked to a money-laundering case connected to an alleged coal scam in West Bengal. The agency conducted raids on premises belonging to I-PAC directors and former AAP communications in-charge. The case originates from a CBI FIR concerning a multi-crore coal-pilferage scam.
SC refuses to quash CBI FIR, chargesheet against Lalu Prasad Yadav in land-for-jobs case
The Supreme Court has refused to quash the CBI FIR in the land-for-jobs case against Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family. While granting the 77-year-old former Bihar CM exemption from court appearances, the apex court allowed him to raise the issue of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act applicability.
Centre to soon set up a digital portal to track narcotic drugs
The proposed platform will enable real-time, end-to-end digital tracking of all regulated pharmaceutical products, covering every stage from manufacturing or import through distribution, stock management and sale.
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