The Centre has hiked the price of non-subsidized liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder Rs 25 per cylinder with effect from today. The demand for air travel has shown a slow but consistent recovery over the last three months with daily passenger traffic in August rising to an average of over two lakh passengers. Maruti Suzuki India, the largest passenger car maker, on Wednesday reported a total sales of 130,699 units in August 2021. For all these stories and everything in between, here are some top news of the day.

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IHS Markit India PMI stands at 52.3 in August; manufacturing sector activities moderate

The seasonally adjusted IHS Markit India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) stood at 52.3 in August, down from 55.3 in July, indicating a softer rate of growth that was subdued and below its long-run average. Check what it means for the economy.

Price of domestic LPG cylinder rises by Rs 25; to cost Rs 884.50 in Delhi

The Centre has hiked the price of non-subsidized liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder Rs 25 per cylinder with effect from today. The price of a 14.2 kg cylinder in Delhi is now Rs 884.50 per cylinder. Check rates for other cities here.

Demand for air travel picks up, offbeat international destinations become popular

The demand for air travel has shown a slow but consistent recovery over the last three months with daily passenger traffic in August rising to an average of over two lakh passengers, a 100 percent jump as compared to June.