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ICICI Bank credit card changes from November 15: Fuel surcharge waiver, lounge access, late payment fee structure
New credit card rules: ICICI Bank informed its credit card users via SMS regarding the updates. Here’s a summary of what changes are being implemented for ICICI Bank credit card customers, based on an SMS that was sent by the bank.
ICICI Bank credit card changes from November 15: Fuel surcharge waiver, lounge access, late payment fee structure
New credit card rules: ICICI Bank informed its credit card users via SMS regarding the updates. Here’s a summary of what changes are being implemented for ICICI Bank credit card customers, based on an SMS that was sent by the bank.
ADB lauds India's fossil fuel subsidy reforms
India has significantly cut its oil and gas subsidies by 85 per cent from 2013 to 2023. This was achieved using policy reforms including phasing out petrol and diesel subsidies and increasing taxes. The extra tax revenue from these increases funded renewable energy projects, electric vehicles, and LPG usage among the rural poor, reshaping India's energy landscape.
ADB lauds India's fossil fuel subsidy reforms
India has significantly cut its oil and gas subsidies by 85 per cent from 2013 to 2023. This was achieved using policy reforms including phasing out petrol and diesel subsidies and increasing taxes. The extra tax revenue from these increases funded renewable energy projects, electric vehicles, and LPG usage among the rural poor, reshaping India's energy landscape.
ATF price hiked by over 3 per cent in Delhi, Mumbai
Jet fuel (ATF) prices have been increased by 3.3% to Rs 90,538.72 per kilolitre in the national capital, following previous reductions. The price of commercial LPG was hiked by Rs 62 to Rs 1,802 per 19-kg cylinder. Prices for petrol and diesel remain unchanged since mid-March.
ATF price hiked by over 3 per cent in Delhi, Mumbai
Jet fuel (ATF) prices have been increased by 3.3% to Rs 90,538.72 per kilolitre in the national capital, following previous reductions. The price of commercial LPG was hiked by Rs 62 to Rs 1,802 per 19-kg cylinder. Prices for petrol and diesel remain unchanged since mid-March.
Oil prices rise on optimism over solid US fuel demand
Oil prices rose driven by unexpected drops in U.S. crude and gasoline inventories and potential delays in OPEC+ output increases. Brent and WTI futures gained after a significant mid-week rally. Analysts attribute the rise to stronger-than-anticipated fuel demand and potential postponement of OPEC+ production hikes.
Oil prices rise on optimism over solid US fuel demand
Oil prices rose driven by unexpected drops in U.S. crude and gasoline inventories and potential delays in OPEC+ output increases. Brent and WTI futures gained after a significant mid-week rally. Analysts attribute the rise to stronger-than-anticipated fuel demand and potential postponement of OPEC+ production hikes.
'Waiting in vain': Year on from pledge, world clings to fossil fuels
One year after world leaders issued the landmark call for a global move away from fossil fuels, nations are failing to turn that promise into action, say climate diplomats, campaigners and policy experts. Many are promising bold policies that align with agreed warming limits, but are approving new oil and gas fields -- an impossible contradiction, says the UN's expert climate panel.
'Waiting in vain': Year on from pledge, world clings to fossil fuels
One year after world leaders issued the landmark call for a global move away from fossil fuels, nations are failing to turn that promise into action, say climate diplomats, campaigners and policy experts. Many are promising bold policies that align with agreed warming limits, but are approving new oil and gas fields -- an impossible contradiction, says the UN's expert climate panel.
North Korea boasts of 'the world's strongest' missile, but experts say it's too big to use in war
North Korea recently launched an intercontinental ballistic missile, the Hwasong-19, calling it "the world's strongest." Experts question its wartime practicality due to its enormous size. Analysts suggest North Korea still faces technological challenges in making functional ICBMs. The launch appears partly as a response to international criticisms and to draw attention before the U.S. presidential election.
North Korea boasts of 'the world's strongest' missile, but experts say it's too big to use in war
North Korea recently launched an intercontinental ballistic missile, the Hwasong-19, calling it "the world's strongest." Experts question its wartime practicality due to its enormous size. Analysts suggest North Korea still faces technological challenges in making functional ICBMs. The launch appears partly as a response to international criticisms and to draw attention before the U.S. presidential election.
Petrol sales rebound on festival season, diesel demand continues to drop
India's petrol consumption increased by 7.3 per cent in October due to festive season demand. However, diesel sales decreased by 3.3 per cent, partly due to lower agricultural demand from extended rains. LPG and ATF sales saw year-on-year increases, with LPG up by 7.5 per cent and ATF by 2.5 per cent.
Petrol sales rebound on festival season, diesel demand continues to drop
India's petrol consumption increased by 7.3 per cent in October due to festive season demand. However, diesel sales decreased by 3.3 per cent, partly due to lower agricultural demand from extended rains. LPG and ATF sales saw year-on-year increases, with LPG up by 7.5 per cent and ATF by 2.5 per cent.
Petrol, ATF sales surge 8.5% in Oct
Petrol and jet fuel sales increased by around 8.5% in October due to higher travel during the festive season. Diesel sales remained stagnant, affected by factors such as high rainfall and a shift towards electricity by farmers and railways. LPG sales rose by 7.5%.
Petrol, ATF sales surge 8.5% in Oct
Petrol and jet fuel sales increased by around 8.5% in October due to higher travel during the festive season. Diesel sales remained stagnant, affected by factors such as high rainfall and a shift towards electricity by farmers and railways. LPG sales rose by 7.5%.