MCOCA to be invoked against gutka operators: Maha Minister
Mumbai, June 13 (IANS) In a decisive move to curb the illegal trade of banned tobacco products, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is initiating stringent action under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act, 1999 (MCOCA) against individuals…
Gujarat: Industry, govt representatives to explore furniture manufacturing hub in Porbandar
Gandhinagar, June 13 (IANS) A high-level industry summit aimed at shaping the proposed Mega Furniture Park in Porbandar will be held on June 13 and 14, bringing together government officials, industry leaders, trade bodies and international…
Tripura govt provides jobs to 18 kin of political violence victims: Minister
Agartala, June 13 (IANS) Tripura Power and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Friday reiterated the state government’s commitment to supporting families affected by political violence, stating that government jobs are being provided…
Hard-fought victories for Koylanchal Super Kings and Jamshedpur Steelers on day three of Jharkhand T20
Ranchi, June 13 (IANS) Koylanchal Super Kings and the Jamshedpur Steelers secured hard-fought victories over Chota Nagpur Royals and Dhanbad Diamonds respectively on day three of the Jharkhand T20 Cricket League held at the JSCA International Stadium…
Iran gets no sanctions relief until it complies: US
Washington, June 13 (IANS) Iran will receive no immediate sanctions relief, frozen assets or financial incentives when it signs a proposed nuclear agreement with the United States, a senior Trump administration official said, insisting that any economic…
Lawyer representing AI-171 victims’ families says interim statement offers no fresh details
Ahmedabad/New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) One year after the crash of Air India flight AI-171, investigators have now said the probe remains ongoing, with additional technical evaluations and analysis still underway, while families of victims continue to await…
T20 Mumbai League: Royals eye title defence against Andheri; Falcons, Tigers set for historic women’s final
Mumbai, June 12 (IANS) The stage is set for a blockbuster finish to the T20 Mumbai League 2026, with defending champions MSC Maratha Royals taking on Arcs Andheri in the final at the Wankhede Stadium on Saturday. Earlier in the day, the venue will also…
Odisha CM launches Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana on BJP-led state govt’s 2nd anniversary
Bhubaneswar, June 12 (IANS) Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday launched the Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana on the occasion of the BJP government’s completion of two years in office, stating that the scheme has been introduced with the…
Raj CM watches ‘Bharat Bhagya Vidhata’, praises film’s ‘Nation First’ message
Jaipur, June 12 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Friday attended a special screening of the film ‘Bharat Bhagya Vidhata’ at Entertainment Paradise Miraj Cinema in Jawahar Circle of Jaipur, officials said. Actress and…
US says Iran nuclear pact could be signed within days
Washington, June 12 (IANS) The United States and Iran are close to finalising a nuclear agreement that would require Tehran to dismantle key elements of its nuclear programme, surrender enriched nuclear material and accept a long-term inspection regime…