food and civil supplies department

In an innovative move, Jharkhand's food department is considering a shift from palm oil to mustard oil within the public distribution system, aiming to enhance the nutrition of 2.69 crore beneficiaries. Minister Irfan Ansari has championed the health advantages of mustard oil, emphasizing its potential to benefit families statewide.

Panic buying has gripped Nabarangpur and Koraput districts as fuel supply disruptions, linked to the West Asia conflict, cause partial petrol pump closures and long queues. Authorities have imposed sale limits to prevent hoarding, while assuring sufficient stock and transit supplies. Officials urge the public to avoid unnecessary rushes, attributing some demand to price hike rumours.

The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has released the HCS Preliminary examination 2026 results and final answer keys on its official website. Candidates can now check their scores and qualifying status for the 102 advertised posts. Those who cleared the prelims will proceed to the Main Written examination scheduled from June 27 to June 29, 2026.