Since 2000 around half a billion people have gained access to electricity in India, with political effort over the last five years significantly accelerating progress, says the global energy agency.

All India Kisan Sangharsh Coordination Committee is, in fact, questioning the spirit of one of the major announcements of Narendra Modi government this year.

Diesel was being sold at Rs 80.69 per litre, while petrol cost 80.57 per litre.