Air India CEO Campbell Wilson resigns
Air India chief executive Campbell Wilson has stepped down from his role, though he will continue with the airline until a replacement is appointed, Hindustan Times cited four people familiar with the matter as saying. His resignation was accepted during a board meeting held last week.
“He will continue to be in the system until the board finds his successor - to help in a smooth transition - whenever that happens, until September,” Hindustan Times quoted one among the four as saying. Read full story
2026-04-07 09:33India raises fertiliser gas allocation to 90%
India is set to receive over 62,000 tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas this week, even as supply pressures persist due to the ongoing West Asia conflict. Government officials said on Monday that two LPG cargo vessels have already transited the Strait of Hormuz, helping sustain fuel supply to more than 332 million households across the country.
At the same time, the government has increased natural gas allocation to the fertiliser sector from around 70% to 90%, effective Monday. As per a report by the Hindustan Times, officials said the additional supply will come from domestically produced natural gas, which serves both as fuel and feedstock for fertiliser plants. Read full story
2026-04-07 09:31Delhi sees rainy morning
Delhi woke up to a cooler start on Tuesday morning as rain swept across several parts of the city, including Rafi Marg, India Gate, Kartavya Path and Lajpat Nagar. The change in weather brought relief from the recent heat, with more showers expected through the day.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Tuesday, warning of thunderstorms accompanied by light rain and gusty winds. The wet spell is expected to continue into Wednesday, for which a yellow alert has been issued.
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2026-04-07 09:30Tamil Nadu custodial deaths: 9 cops get death penalty
A court in Tamil Nadu’s Madurai district has sentenced nine policemen to death in the custodial torture and killing of trader P. Jayaraj and his son J. Benicks in Thoothukudi, a case that had sparked nationwide outrage.
The court termed it a grave abuse of authority, noting that the father and son were stripped and brutally assaulted in front of each other. It also clarified that the verdict should not create fear among honest police personnel while strongly condemning the actions of the accused.
2026-04-07 09:28Sensex opens lower, Nifty slips below 22,900 amid Iran war jitters
Indian equity markets are set for a weak start, with benchmark indices opening lower amid lingering uncertainty over a possible resolution to the US–Iran conflict.
At the opening bell, the BSE Sensex slipped about 0.5%, while the Nifty 50 dropped below the 22,900 mark, reflecting cautious investor sentiment. The rupee, however, showed some strength, gaining 8 paise to 92.98 against the US dollar.
The weak opening comes after optimism around a potential truce faded, with US President Donald Trump reiterating threats of strikes unless Iran agrees to a deal, while Tehran continues to push for a permanent resolution rather than a temporary ceasefire.
2026-04-07 09:27Horoscope today
The horoscope for today indicates a mix of financial movement, emotional ups and downs, and growing responsibilities. Aries may face rising expenses and delays, while Taurus could handle responsibilities with support from friends. Gemini may see income flow despite relationship and health concerns, whereas Cancer may resolve legal matters but face emotional challenges. Leo may focus on long-term plans but should stay cautious about health, while Virgo may see business gains but must avoid misunderstandings. Libra may increase income but needs to be careful with communication, and Scorpio may benefit from smart decisions despite financial pressure. Sagittarius may see sudden gains but face personal concerns, Capricorn may gain recognition and stability, Aquarius may deal with setbacks and health issues despite new opportunities, and Pisces may achieve creative success while handling emotional and family-related concerns.
