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Petrol bomb thrown at Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar's residence

His house is situated in Nongmynsong within the East Khasi Hills district. He lodged a First Information Report (FIR) which led to an increase in security in and around his property. Recently, individuals on motorcycles threw a petrol bomb at a police vehicle that was escorting Director of NEEPCO (Personnel) Major General (retired) RK.

Tripura government imposes restriction on sale of petrol, diesel

Tripura govt restricts fuel sale due to disrupted train movement. Restored passenger service, but goods train halted in Jatinga, Assam. Fuel rationing in place with daily vehicle limits. Restoration progress ongoing in Assam's Jatinga.

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Petrol sales up 7%, diesel declines 9.5% in April

In the first half of April, India's petrol consumption surged by 7%, reaching 1.22 million tonnes, compared to 1.14 million tonnes during the same period last year. However, diesel sales witnessed a decline of 9.5% to 3.14 million tonnes. This rise in petrol sales can be attributed to increased use of personal vehicles following a price cut, along with the crop harvesting season and the onset of summer.