New Delhi: The government on Monday said it is now distributing more domestic LPG cylinders, meeting the existing demand as well as clearing the backlog, indicating that panic buying has reduced and the availability of cooking gas has improved since March.Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary, Petroleum Ministry, said that the delivery time of LPG cylinders from the date of booking has also improved.“Our (LPG cylinder) supply has exceeded bookings in the last few days. Efforts have been made to bring bookings and deliveries back to normal,” Sharma said. He said that oil marketing companies are clearing the backlog. He said LPG production at the refineries has been increased to about 50,000 tonnes per day to support domestic availability.While a little less than 1.7 crore refills were booked in the last four days, Sharma said gas distributors managed to supply six lakh more cylinders. He said that before the conflict, the delivery time for refills was two days from the date of booking, which increased to more than five days during the height of the Middle East conflict in March.“The backlog is continuously reducing and the delivery time has now come down to 4.5 days. The effort is to deliver more refills than booked,” he said.The government on Monday issued a notification allowing LPG customers to surrender their gas cylinder connection within 30 days of getting PNG connection or obtain a transfer voucher from the distributor to restore their connection in a non-PNG area if needed in future. This could benefit consumers with transferable jobs, migrant families, renters, students and families relocating to non-PNG areas.On reports of shortage at some retail pumps, Sharma said there is no shortage of fuel and both the government and oil retailers are closely monitoring the situation. “All retail outlets are being closely monitored at the level of oil marketing companies and the Petroleum Ministry. Any intermittent shortages are being addressed immediately, and stocks are being replenished at all retail outlets,” he said.The official said panic buying was seen at petrol pumps in parts of Gujarat, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, resulting in a 20-30% increase in demand due to multiple factors, including increase in agricultural consumption, bulk users buying from retail outlets due to price differentials and shifting of consumers from private pumps to state-owned oil retailers.The ministry said panic buying was partly driven by higher agricultural demand, bulk buying and consumers shifting from private fuel retailers to state-run stores due to price differentials.

In a high-scoring season, IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 could be decided by the bowlers. Bhuvneshwar Kumar will lead the charge for RCB while Mohammed Siraj will lead the effort for GT. (agencies)

TimesofIndia.com in Dharamshala: Flat pitches, sky-high sixes and consistent run-scoring have defined IPL 2026 so far. But when Gujarat Titans (GT) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) meet in Qualifier 1 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium on Tuesday, the contest may ultimately depend on the bowlers.The HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala is not suitable for bowlers due to its short boundaries. The way Gujarat Titans have been playing in the last few days jos buttler And Royal Challengers Bangalore’s Tim David was emptying the ball box with spectacular sixes in the stand and outside the stadium as well, offering a teaser of what could be in store in Qualifier 1. There is no doubt that this could be another high-scoring contest. In the three matches played here this year, teams crossed the 200-run mark five times. The only innings that fell short ended at 199/8. In those three games, 74 sixes have been hit, an average of about 25 maximums per match.The batsmen will be salivating at the prospect of another run-fest.This will also be another chapter in the battle between the ‘King’ – Virat Kohli – And ‘Prince’ – Shubman Gill – Who is seen by many as the inheritor of the batting legacy of Indian cricket. Both looked in great form during the hour-long net session. With 616 runs in 13 matches, Gill is second in the race for the Orange Cap after opening partner Sai Sudarshan. After a brief slump in the middle of the tournament, Kohli has rediscovered his form with a brilliant century and now has 557 runs to his name this season.But amid the noise around batting firepower, it may be the bowlers who determine which way the contest goes.GT assistant coach Vijay Dahiya believes that the contest is evenly matched due to the quality bowling attacks both the teams have.

Shubman Gill during a practice session ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Qualifier match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Gujarat Titans in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. (PTI)

“In cricket, it’s always about putting runs on the board. But at the end of the day, you have to have a solid bowling unit and that’s what it is. The other important thing is consistency. If you look at both the sides, the bowling units have been very consistent.”“And the confidence in the bowlers, as well as the confidence shown in them by the captain and the management, means you will hardly see any changes in either side. I think that’s what is beneficial,” Dahiya told reporters.With 24 wickets in 14 matches, Bhuvneshwar Kumar And with Kagiso Rabada the joint-highest wicket-taker between the two teams, the Indian veteran has overtaken the South African in terms of economy rate. not far behind Mohammad Siraj With 17 wickets. With Josh Hazlewood (12), Jason Holder (13), Prasidh Krishna (14) and Rasikh Salaam Dar (14), it could turn out to be an even contest. Add spinners Rashid Khan (19) and Krunal Pandya (11) to the equation, and the battle will become more interesting.Dahiya admitted that it will be important to interact with Bhuvneshwar Kumar in the powerplay, but he also warned RCB that GT has equal firepower with Siraj and Rabada.

Royal Challengers Bangalore’s Virat Kohli (left) and Bhuvneshwar Kumar (right) during a practice session ahead of IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 in Dharamshala. (PTI)

“As far as the challenge goes [Bhuvneshwar Kumar] is concerned, I think the same can be said for our opposition also. If you talk about powerplay, our numbers are among the best in this tournament. So if the conditions are favourable, it works out for both the teams,” Dahiya said.RCB captain Rajat Patidar echoed this sentiment, emphasizing how important Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s role could be when facing the two highest run-scorers of the season, Sai Sudarshan and Shubman Gill.“Our strength is bowling. The way we bowl in the powerplay will be very important. We will try to take early wickets and that is what we have done throughout the tournament. Repeating the same process again and again can make the difference.” “That’s what Bhuvi has done and we hope it continues like this,” Patidar said.In a season dominated by batting spotlight and rising scores, Qualifier 1 could ultimately come down to which bowling attack can hold its own for some crucial overs. On a field built for big hitting, the team whose bowlers blink last can secure a direct spot in the team IPL Last.

Mohanlal And Jeethu Joseph’s ‘Drishyam 3’ was one of the most awaited films of the South Indian industry. The box office collection of this film, which was released on Friday, shows that it lived up to the buzz. Within 5 days of its release, the suspense thriller has earned over Rs 156 crore worldwide. Interestingly, this number comes after the film saw a huge drop in earnings on the first Monday after an impressive performance in its opening weekend. Read on to know more about the box office performance of ‘Drishyam 3’ so far.

Fifth day box office collection of ‘Drishyam 3’

According to Sacknilk, ‘Drishyam 3’ collected Rs 7.35 crore from 4,684 shows on its fifth day. This marks a decline of 46.9% from Sunday’s net collection of Rs 13.85 crore from 5,270 shows. With this, the gross collection of the film in India has reached Rs 71.74 crore, while the net collection till now has reached Rs 61.80 crore.Meanwhile, the worldwide gross collection of ‘Drishyam 3’ so far has reached Rs 153.14 crore. On Day 5, Rs 6 crore was added to the tally, taking the overseas earnings to Rs 84.40 crore.

‘Drishyam 3’ Box Office – Day Wise Collection (In India)

Day 1 (First Thursday): Rs 15.85 croreDay 2 (First Friday): Rs 11.05 croreDay 3 (First Saturday): Rs 13.70 croreDay 4 (1st Sunday): Rs 13.85 croreDay 5 (1st Monday): Rs 7.35 croreTotal: Rs 61.80 crore

‘Drishyam 3’ Box Office – Language Wise Collection

Released in four languages, the film grossed bigger than the Malayalam version, followed by Kannada, Tamil and Telugu. Here is the language-wise box office collection of ‘Drishyam 3’ on day five:Malayalam: Rs 6.45 croreKannada: Rs 0.10 croreTamil: Rs 0.25 croreTelugu: Rs 0.55 croreDirected by Jeethu Joseph, the film stars Mohanlal, Meena, Ansiba Hassan and Esther Anil in lead roles and Siddique, Murali Gopi, Biju Menon and Kalabhavan Shajon in lead roles.Disclaimer: The box office numbers and data in this article are compiled from public and industry sources. Unless explicitly noted, all figures are approximate, representing a fair representation of the film’s box office performance. These totals may change as official studio data is updated or additional international market reports are finalized. This data is provided by us for informational and entertainment purposes only.

Gerard Piqué and Clara Chia Martí. (Instagram)

Gerard Piqué may have retired from professional football, but his personal life still attracts attention. While his ex Shakira recently made global headlines with another milestone, the former Barcelona defender has been quietly building a life with Clara Chia Martí, away from the spotlight. The pair, first confirmed together in August 2022, were recently photographed on a romantic trip to Venice, exploring the city’s canals and nearby islands at their own pace.

Who is Clara Chia Martí?

Clara Chia Martí is a Spanish public relations professional who has stayed out of the limelight despite global attention to her romance with Gerard Piqué. She is based in Catalonia, and has largely stayed out of the media spotlight, with a private Instagram account with few posts and followers, including Piqué.Unlike many public figures associated with specific athletes, she has not been thrust into the spotlight and rarely appears in interviews or public announcements. His laid-back attitude has shaped fans’ view of Piqué’s place in his post-football life. Their profile was further raised by their visit to Venice, which brought their relationship back into the international spotlight.

When did Gerard Piqué and Clara Chia Martí start dating?

Gerard Piqué and Clara Chia Martí were first linked in August 2022, just months after his split from Shakira was confirmed. The first sighting was at the Summerfest Cerdanya music festival, where they were photographed together in the crowd and reports pointed to their closeness.Their relationship became more visible over time, including at social events such as a wedding in Catalonia, Spain. Piqué announced the relationship on Instagram in January 2023, turning it from speculation to fact. Since then public interest has remained steady.

How private is Clara Chia Martí’s life with Piqué?

Despite continued public interest, Clara Chia Martí and Gérard Piqué have maintained a largely private relationship. Marty keeps her social media restricted, and the couple rarely share personal updates. Their time together included traveling throughout Europe, including trips to France, where they visited Paris and toured the city with friends on electric scooters.He also traveled to the Czech Republic, where he was seen with Piqué’s brother Mark and his wife Maria. Even during these outings, he avoided heavy media contact, choosing discretion rather than publicity.

How is Clara Chia Martí and Piqué’s relationship mentioned in Shakira’s lyrics?

Shakira’s music kept Gérard Pique and Clara Chia Martí in the global spotlight after the breakup, with songs that connected to their personal experiences. At BZRP Music Session #53, she sang: “Sorry baby, I should have kicked you out a while ago / A wolf like me is not for beginners / A wolf like me is not for beginners like you,” she sang, partially alluding to her 2009 hit “She Wolf”, which was released just before the pair first met in 2010. “I’m too good for you, and that’s why you’re with someone like you.”He also added the obvious reference in another line: “You left me with my mother-in-law as my neighbor / Media outlets on my doorstep and in debt to the government,” and finally adding “Women don’t cry anymore, they make money.” In her later track “TQG” she contemplates moving on: “Seeing you with the new me hurts / But I’m already on my own,” and later, “It doesn’t make me angry, I laugh.”She also hinted at comparison and rivalry in another verse: “I wish you all the best for my supposed replacement / I don’t even know what happened to you,” and “You’re going fast, going slowly / Spend a lot of time in the gym, but your brain needs a little work too.”Clara Chia Martí’s rise to public attention has been largely influenced by the global headlines surrounding her relationship with Gérard Piqué and her life after Shakira. Although she maintains a private profile, her appearances with Piqué continue to generate curiosity across media and social platforms. Their relationship, although low-key, is closely watched due to its time, visibility and cultural impact spanning beyond football and into entertainment headlines.

Megan Thee Stallion’s recent update just days after accusing Klay Thompson of cheating on her is raising eyebrows and causing concern. (Image via Getty Images)

Megan Thee Stallion And the Dallas Mavericks’ star player, Klay Thompson, had plenty of ideas for his future.While the two dated for about a year and were relatively public about their high-profile relationship, a month ago Megan Thee Stallion accused him of cheating on her. Amidst all the chaos, Megan Thee Stallion’s recent post about her life has raised some concerns.

Megan Thee Stallion’s recent post is causing concern just days after breaking up with Klay Thompson

A few hours ago, popular three-time Grammy winner Megan Thee Stallion shared a clip of her workout on her Instagram stories.

The clip’s caption reads, “My hot girl summer workouts have been pole classes and Pilates…”The popular artiste further added, “Give me 2 more months with these pole classes, I’ll be cool”.Although it seems like an innocent confession about her everyday life, Megan Thee Stallion’s clip has caused concern as she talked about working out to get rid of her sadness.A few months ago, in an interview with People, Megan Thee Stallion said, “My journey started because I wanted to free emotions…”“When I started going to the gym, it was definitely a mental thing for me,” the three-time Grammy winner said.The “Something for the Hotties” artist continued, “I don’t think you should do it for anyone else… If your reason is you’re having a bad day and you need to release that energy, that’s valid. I hope you’re doing it for yourself, not for someone else to approve of you.”

Megan Thee Stallion stays away from speaking publicly about Klay Thompson after breaking up with him

Interestingly, Megan Thee Stallion had publicly spoken out about ending her relationship with Klay Thompson and accused him of cheating on her, but she has remained silent since then.While his recent clip about working out has raised concerns, the popular artiste remains silent.The shocking thing is that the four-time NBA champion is also silent and has not yet spoken about the cheating allegations against him as he is focused on his career.