Security crackdown in Northeast drives demand for Nepal marijuana
New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) When Narendra Modi first took over as Prime Minister in 2014, there was extensive focus on the northeastern states. While developmental works were sanctioned, plenty of emphasis was given to security considering that these were…
Govt achieves milestone in conservation of India’s wild rice genetic resources
New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) The National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA) — under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare — has achieved a significant milestone in conserving India’s wild rice genetic resources through a project aimed…
‘Khashaba’ teaser promises gripping sports biopic based on Independent India’s 1st individual Olympic medalist
Mumbai, July 2 (IANS) The teaser of the upcoming film ‘Khashaba’ helmed by the National Award-winning filmmaker Nagraj Majule was unveiled on Thursday. It offers a glimpse into the world of traditional wrestling mud-pits (akhadas), capturing the film’s…
Karachi mall fire: Rights body alleges ‘administrative failures’, questions govt’s silence
Islamabad, July 2 (IANS) The Human Rights Council (HRC) of Pakistan alleged that the Gul Plaza fire incident in Karachi was the result of severe “administrative failures”, accusing the authorities of negligence while expressing concern over…
Govt notifies new EPF Scheme with revised partial withdrawal norms
New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) The newly notified Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Scheme, 2026, introduced new provisions on partial withdrawals effective June 29. Under the revised scheme, members of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation must retain a…
Actor Vishnu Vishal discloses why he will continue to keep revisiting the comedy genre!
Chennai, July 2 (IANS) Actor and producer Vishnu Vishal, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming comedy entertainer, ‘Gatta Kusthi 2’, has now disclosed the reason why he continues to keep making comedy films and why he will…
Extreme weather hits Canada with scorching heat, severe flooding
Toronto, July 2 (IANS) A destructive “heat dome” is gripping large areas of Canada, triggering persistent extreme heat across the country, while some regions are grappling with torrential rain and severe flooding, local media have reported.…
FSSAI issues notices to Red Bull, PepsiCo India, Campa, other brands over ‘energy drink’ claims
New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) Food safety regulator Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to beverage brands over use of term ‘energy drink’ and alleged misleading claims on product labels, saying no standard has been…
Shreya Ghoshal shares what struck her about ‘Kalyani Remix’
Mumbai, July 2 (IANS) Singer Shreya Ghoshal has shared her thoughts on the newly released ‘Kalyani Remix,’ reflecting on what immediately stood out to her about the track. In an exclusive quote shared with IANS, she praised the song for its…
Trade talks with US in final stage, India to get competitive edge: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) The India-US bilateral trade agreement (BTA) talks have entered the final stage, with most key issues having been sorted out and both sides working towards a deal that gives New Delhi an advantage over its competitors, Commerce…