Stories from New Delhi · India

India's state-run fuel retailers have raised prices for the first time in four years. This move is driven by surging global oil costs, exacerbated by the ongoing Iran war. BRICS talks concluded without a joint statement, revealing divisions among member nations regarding the ongoing conflict in Iran. India has again increased fuel prices, a move attributed to supply chain disruptions caused by the ongoing Iran war. This price hike is expected to impact consumers and the broader economy.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to reduce their consumption of fuel and vehicles. The government is also reducing fuel use for its own vehicles.

Iran's foreign ministers, meeting in India, accused the UAE of playing a direct role in the Iran war. India is attempting to forge a consensus among member nations regarding issues related to the Iran war.

Swiss pharmaceutical company Roche has launched India's first under-the-skin lung cancer drug, which can be administered in seven minutes. The drug aims to improve treatment accessibility and patient experience.

Heavy rains in India have resulted in fatalities and injuries over the past 24 hours. AIR News 24x7 reported that 10 people died and 200 were injured.

India has significantly increased import duties on gold and silver from 6% to 15%. This measure aims to conserve foreign exchange reserves and manage the country's trade deficit.

The plan will focus on improving early warning systems for states to alert citizens more rapidly.

India's Union Cabinet has approved a higher Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 14 Kharif crops for the 2026-27 marketing season. This decision aims to support farmers.

The United States has imposed visa restrictions on individuals associated with an Indian online pharmacy. This action is linked to a case involving fentanyl-laced counterfeit pills.

CLS Finance reports that the Indian government has increased import duties on gold and silver.