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Raipur, April 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Panic has gripped Mudpar village in Chhattisgarh's Durg district after an outbreak of the highly contagious African Swine Fever (ASF) led to the death of more than 250 pigs, followed by the humane culling of another 82 pigs to prevent further spread. The crisis began on April 1 when sudden pig deaths were reported at a private pig farm in the village. The death toll rose rapidly within days. The farm owner immediately informed the district Veterinary Department. ...Read More >
New Delhi (ABC Live): India's latest defence export milestone has been verified. India's Defence Exports in FY 2025-26 rose to ₹38,424 crore, up from ₹23,622 crore in FY 2024-25. That is an increase of ₹14,802 crore, or 62.66%, in one year. The figures for India defence exports 2025-26 mark an all-time high for the country. Officially, this is the highest annual defence export figure India has recorded. The key official source is the PIB release of 2 April 2026. For the previous-year base, see t ...Read More >
New Delhi: In line with PM Modi's vision to position India among the world's top defence exporters, the country's military exports have touched an all-time high of Rs 38,424 crore in the financial year (FY) 2025-26, marking a sharp 62.7 per cent rise over the previous fiscal year's figure of Rs 23,622 crore.Lauding the exemplary performance of the department of defence production, Indian exporters and other stakeholders, defence minister Rajnath Singh said India is scripting an impressive defenc ...Read More >
Congress MP from Warangal Kadiyam Kavya raised serious concern in the Lok Sabha over the widespread use of the highly toxic herbicide paraquat dichloride, urging the Centre to impose an immediate ban. During Zero Hour, Dr. Kavya highlighted that the chemical is severely harming soil, water and sand while posing grave risks to human health. She expressed alarm over its misuse as a 'dreaded drug' in suicides, noting its lethal nature with no known antidote and near-100% mortality rate in consumpt ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Mar 30 (PTI) The Telangana Legislative Assembly on Monday passed a resolution urging the Centre to ban the herbicide paraquat dichloride (24%), citing its lethal impact on human health and biodiversity. State Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao, who moved the resolution, called on the Centre to take immediate steps to implement the ban under relevant laws and initiate stringent action against violators. The resolution sought a ban on the manufacture, import, sale, transport, ...Read More >
Raghav Chadha of AAP demands an end to 10-minute delivery services, highlighting the harsh working conditions, safety risks, and pressures on gig workers. He criticizes the dehumanization of delivery personnel and calls for better protection and rights for these 'invisible wheels' of the economy. Aam Aadmi Party leader Raghav Chadha has called for the termination of the increasingly popular 10-minute delivery services, which he describes as a form of 'cruelty' towards gig workers. Chadha addres ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Helmets on Indian roads are seldom seen. Some think it's unnecessary, some say the weight is too much! But life is equally important, too. So what do you do to reach a middle ground? Well, Roopena Agrahara found one - a kadai! This Bengaluru man rode his bike with a kadai (frying pan) over his head instead of a helmet, amusing city commuters and traffic officials. A video of Agrahara in a yellow T-shirt, riding as a pillion, has surfaced on social media platforms. He says the frying ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Deepika Padukone, who has been a strong advocate for mental health awareness, reacted to cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues' recent revelation about battling anxiety. The 'Om Shanti Om' actress, known for openly sharing her own struggles with depression in the past, praised Jemimah for her honesty and courage in speaking up, highlighting the importance of conversations around mental well-being in sports and beyond. Taking to her Instagram Stories, Deepika Paduko ...Read More >
New Delhi: India and Australia's men wore black armbands on Friday to honour teenage cricketer Ben Austin. The tribute came before the second T20I being played in Melbourne, with both teams and support staff lining up in silence. The BCCI confirmed the gesture on X, posting a picture of both squads on the outfield. Live commentary also recorded the moment, noting the armbands on players from both camps and the brief pause before play. The remembrance follows a similar gesture by the women's te ...Read More >
Jaipur: In a step towards enhancing the work environment and promoting economic growth, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma Monday announced the approval of two key labour reforms. The Rajasthan Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, and the Rajasthan Factory (Amendment) Rules, 2025, are designed to stimulate business activity while prioritising the welfare and safety of workers throughout the state. At the announcement event, CM Sharma emphasised the govt's dedication to ...Read More >
Jaipur: In a step towards enhancing the work environment and promoting economic growth, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma Monday announced the approval of two key labour reforms. The Rajasthan Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, and the Rajasthan Factory (Amendment) Rules, 2025, are designed to stimulate business activity while prioritising the welfare and safety of workers throughout the state. At the announcement event, CM Sharma emphasised the govt's dedication to ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam, Oct 9 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party president Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy on Thursday assured the employees of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP) that saving the plant has always been the sole objective of the party. He reiterated his commitment to protect the VSP when employees called on him during his tour of Narsipatnam and Visakhapatnam. The employees submitted a petition outlining their concerns. According to YSRCP, the VSP employees ...Read More >
VMPLNew Delhi [India], October 4: The 19th edition of Fire India 2025 closed with great success, proving once again why it is considered India's largest and oldest exhibition for the fire and safety industry.The 19th edition of Fire India 2025 has officially concluded at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, Mumbai, and what a spectacular edition it was! Organized by Services International & Institution of Fire Engineers (India), Fire India once again lived up to its reputation as South Asia's ...Read More >
Dehradun, Sept 28 (PTI) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday said Swadeshi is not just a slogan, but the foundation for a self-reliant and developed India. Addressing the media at an event on the theme 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat Swadeshi Sankalp - Har Ghar Swadeshi, Ghar Ghar Swadeshi' at the state BJP office here, Dhami said the campaign will further strengthen the commitment made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to achieve a self-reliant India by 2047. "Swadeshi has been our way ...Read More >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], September 28 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, during a media interaction at the BJP state office on the "Self-Reliant India -- Swadeshi Pledge: Every Home Swadeshi, Every Household Swadeshi" program, spoke about the significance of swadeshi. According to a CMO, CM Dhami emphasised that swadeshi is not just a slogan, but the foundation of a self-reliant and developed India. It is a way of life rooted in our ancient, eternal culture. As per t ...Read More >
The Border Roads Organisation's 763 BRTF has empowered nine Tibetan refugee women, employing them in high-altitude road construction in the rugged Himalayas. These resilient women defy stereotypes, breaking stones and carrying heavy loads in extreme conditions, providing for their families and contributing significantly to nation-building. Their work ensures economic independence and builds futures. Itanagar: The Border Roads Organisation's 763 Border Roads Task Force (BRTF) of Project Vartak h ...Read More >
Itanagar, Sept 27: High on the rugged Himalayas, where temperatures often dip below 20°C and altitudes soar beyond 15,000 feet, nine Tibetan refugee women are scripting a story of resilience and empowerment. Serving with the 763 Border Roads Task Force (BRTF) of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO)'s Project Vartak, they stand shoulder to shoulder with men in one of the most challenging works - road construction in high-altitude border areas. For these women, what began as a means of livelihood ...Read More >
(RTTNews) - Indian shares look set to extend recent losses on Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new round of tariffs, saying the United States will impose a 100 percent tariff on imported branded drugs, 25 percent tariff on imports of all heavy-duty trucks and 50 percent tariff on kitchen cabinets. Trump also said he would start charging a 30 percent tariff on upholstered furniture next week. Benchmark indexes Sensex and Nifty both fell around 0.7 percent on Thursday to exte ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 15 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday extended greetings to Honduras on its Independence Day. Jaishankar said India will continue to advance the India-Honduras partnership. Also Read | US Tariff: American Chief Negotiator Brendan Lynch Arriving in New Delhi to Resume Trade Talks, Govt Set to Finalise Export Promotion Mission. In a post on X, he said, "Felicitations to FM Javier Bu Soto, the Government and the people of Honduras on their Indepe ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 15 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday extended greetings to Honduras on its Independence Day. Jaishankar said India will continue to advance the India-Honduras partnership. In a post on X, he said, Felicitations to FM Javier Bu Soto, the Government and the people of Honduras on their Independence Day. Will continue efforts to advance our long-standing partnership. , the Government and the people of Honduras on their Independence Day. Will con ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 14: In the wake of Operation Sindoor resounding success, which dismantled terror infrastructure across the border, employees of Jindal Steel have come together in a heartfelt act of patriotism. By contributing one day salary each, they have collectively raised ₹2 crore for the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund to support the welfare of soldiers and their families impacted in the line of duty. The cheque, representing this united employee contribution, was for ...Read More >
Meanwhile, the state health department has been instructed to submit a report on preventing the spread of H5 Avian Influenza to humans A bird flu alert was issued in Uttar Pradesh this Wednesday, with orders issued on guidelines for prevention against the potential threat of H5 Avian Influenza. After a review, the Chief Minister directed all the concerned departments to ensure the safety of the "protected animals and birds", warning against negligence. Meanwhile, the state health department h ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Bringing down the curtain on the proceedings initiated against misleading advertisements for medicinal products, the Supreme Court has closed the case filed by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) against Patanjali Ayurved and its founders.A bench of Justices B V Nagarathna and K V Viswanathan said no further hearing was needed as the court had already passed various orders and the purpose of the case had been achieved. "By various orders, the prayers of the WP have been achieved and ...Read More >
Lucknow: Taking cognisance of the potential threat of bird flu, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday directed concerned departments to coordinate and take measures to prevent the prevalence of the H5 virus in the state. He said that efforts should be stepped up in all zoos, sanctuaries, national parks, etc.On Monday, the bird flu virus was diagnosed in the poultry birds in Rampur after an estimated 15,000 chickens died.The chief minister also instructed the health department to conduct an ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Unique Identification Authority of India has urged parents to update the Aadhaar biometrics of children between five and seven years."Timely completion of mandatory biometric update is an essential requirement for maintaining the accuracy and reliability of biometric data of children. If the MBU is not completed even after seven years of age, the Aadhaar number may be deactivated, as per the existing rules," the agency said in a statement.This is required to ensure seamless access ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Bombay High Court on Tuesday dismissed a batch of appeals filed by former Air India employees challenging their eviction from flats in the Air India Housing Colony in Kalina. The court upheld eviction orders passed by the Eviction Officer under the Airports Authority of India (AAI) Act, 1994, and ruled that the premises are "airport premises" under the Act. The key issue was whether eviction should be carried out under the AAI Act or the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occ ...Read More >
Kolkata: A day after DGCA ordered checks on fuel control switches of Boeing aircraft based on a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) NM-18-33 issued by US regulator Federal Aviation Authority in Dec 17, 2018, an Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued by FAA on Sept 19, 2015, on fuel shutoff valves has come to light.This AD, which required mandatory compliance, was flagged again a month later by UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), which issued a safety notice requiring airlines to check ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bombay High Court on Tuesday dismissed appeals filed by Shilpi Minz and other Air India staffers against their eviction from the AI staff colony in Kalina, Santacruz East. HC, though, continued a stay on their eviction for another six weeks to enable them to appeal to Supreme Court.The staffers and AI, following its privatisation, were locked in a legal battle over eviction from their staff quarters. The employees, in their appeals against Mumbai International Airport Ltd (MIAL) and othe ...Read More >
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Setting the BJP's poll agenda in the state, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday projected 25% vote share for the saffron party in the upcoming local body election. Addressing party workers in Thiruvananthapuram, Shah trained his guns on Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, and claimed the BJP-led NDA will form government in Kerala in 2026. Highlighting the Centre's contributions to Kerala's infrastructure, Shah said contrary to perception, central allocations to the state ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], July 9 (ANI): Following the violent protest at Kerala University, a case has been registered against 27 activists of the ruling CPM's Students Federation of India (SFI), including its state secretary P S Sanjeev, who has been named the prime accused, police said. The case also names 1,000 identifiable protesters who have been accused of damaging public property, forcibly entering the university campus, and assaulting police and university staff, police said ...Read More >
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