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Is Japan, the world's 3rd-largest bond market, breaking? What could be the reasons?
Japan bond market warning: Japan's bond market is flashing warning signs. Investors worry a massive new stimulus package could strain the country's debt. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to finalize a 17 trillion yen spending plan. This plan raises concerns about Japan's ability to sustain its public debt. Bond yields are surging to multiyear highs.
Indias most wanted gangster Anmol Bishnoi deported from US: Who he is, Why is he arrested?
Anmol Bishnoi sent to 11 days of NIA custody in Baba Siddique murder case
Anmol Bishnoi, accused in the murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique, has been sent to 11 days of NIA custody following his deportation from the US. The NIA seeks his interrogation to uncover the terror-gangster network's modus operandi, funding, and member involvement. Bishnoi is also wanted for the firing at Salman Khan's residence and Sidhu Moosewala's killing.
PM Modi to attend G20 Summit in Johannesburg on Nov 2123
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Johannesburg, South Africa from November 21 to 23 for the 20th G20 Leaders Summit, the fourth in a row to be held in the Global South. He will present Indias views on the G20 agenda and is scheduled to speak in all three sessions of the Summit.
Larry Summers resigns from OpenAI board after Epstein emails surface
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers has resigned from the OpenAI board. This decision follows the release of emails between Summers and Jeffrey Epstein. Summers stated he is stepping back from public commitments. OpenAI acknowledged his contributions and respected his decision. The emails were made public after a congressional committee released Epstein's documents.
USDA SNAP benefits update: Program to be completely deconstructed? Here are the details
USDA SNAP benefits update: USDA says it may completely deconstruct SNAP as the agency faces a funding shortfall that threatens November payments for roughly 42 million Americans. Secretary Brooke Rollins cites fraud risks and system failures as reasons for a full reset. All recipients will be required to reapply, creating one of the largest eligibility reviews in program history. New rules may mandate 80 hours of monthly work or training, a shift the CBO says could cut participation by 2.4 million over ten years. Several states warn of delayed EBT deposits as legal and budget disputes continue.
Swiggy dad goes viral for teaching daughter between breaks
Delivery agents jobs are no easy work. With constantly having to be outside, rain or shine, door to door, they have to grit their teeth and endure it. A Swiggy deliveryman stole the internets heart after a video of him squeezing in lessons for his daughter between delivery breaks went viral. Travel influencer Abhigya shared Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Bhagavad Gita Abhiyan at Sonda Swarnavalli Mahasamsthan
B.Tech student dies after auto trolley rams bike in Shamshabad
Ministers inspect construction of memorial for freedom fighter Pollan
Fraudsters demand USD 250 million from drug company, arrested
Hyderabad: Cybercrime police arrested two accused in a major corporate extortion racket, targeting Hetero Group of Companies, one of Indias largest pharmaceutical organizations based in Hyderabad. According to the police, the accused Gadi Manikanta and Yendapalli Jessy Sudarshan were involved in a highly sophisticated extortion and cyber-intimidation racket. A representative of the company filed a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Farmers left in the lurch as govt. pushes HILTP: BJP
Centre to procure cotton at MSP till March, BJP chief assures farmers
JD (S) leader urges govt. to lift ban on safari
Dharmasthala case: SIT likely to file chargesheet this weekend (For State page)
In a first, Cubbon Park to host 11-day flower show from November 27
The show theme blends Childrens Day and KarnatakaRajyotsava, shaping the designs of the floral installations as well as the culturalprogrammes
Revenue receipts continue to be sluggish with borrowings constituting major chunk
State nearing the 54,009 crore limit of borrowings with five more months to go
Safe health advisory issued for pilgrims going to Sabarimala
It comes in view of cases of amoebic meningoencephalitis (a rare, severe infection of the brain) caused by Naegleria fowleri being reported in Kerala
'Happy Birthday': Travis Head reopens 2023 ODI World Cup final wounds with cheeky anniversary post
Travis Head lit up social media with a cheeky Happy Birthday post to mark the anniversary of Australia's 2023 ODI World Cup final win over India. His playful jab instantly reignited memories of the IND vs AUS title clash, sparking reactions from fans reliving the dramatic night in Ahmedabad.
Alappuzha Collector issues explanation as audio of him warning BLOs triggers row
No parking facility for Sabarimala pilgrims at Kumily
Forest department has denied permission to Sabarimala pilgrims to park vehicles at Anavachal parking ground in Kumily
Minister Anbil Mahesh condemns murder of Class 12 student
CPI (M) leaders term veteran party leader Rama Raos murder as political killing
Three months on, no action for implementation of SEP report
The bench gave six months time for the State authorities for enforcing the rule in the State
PM Modi highlights Bastars shift from permission-bound region to hub of sporting activity
RAIPUR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that Bastar, once a region where even journalists allegedly needed multiple permissions to enter, has now begun drawing national attention through sport. Referring to the Bastar Olympic, he remarked, Today, the same Bastar is drawing national attention through sports, this change reflects the regions new mindset. The Bastar Olympic, which began in 2024, has now entered its second edition in an even bigger and more vibrant form. The event is being organised across all 32 development blocks of the Bastar division from 25 October this year. The PMs remarks not only underline the growing national interest the event is receiving but are also indicative of a journey towards lasting peace in the region. Participation numbers have risen sharply, from 1.65 lakh players last year to 3,91,297 registered players in 2025, including over 2.27 lakh women athletes. Players from all seven districts in the Bastar division, Jagdalpur, Kanker, Kondagaon, Bijapur, Dantewada, Sukma and Narayanpur, will compete in 11 sports, including archery, kabaddi, football, hockey, badminton, kho-kho, volleyball, karate, athletics, weightlifting and tug-of-war. A series of competitions is being held at various levels, covering both team and individual categories. One of the most striking features of this years edition is the participation of surrendered Maoists, competing under the new identity of Yuva Baat. Bastar, officials say, is turning a page, from bullets to belief, from conflict to confidence, as individuals who once held weapons are now showcasing talent, speed and the hope of a new beginning on the sports field. Alongside them, Divyang (persons with disabilities) players affected by Naxal violence are also taking part, making the event not just a sporting festival but a symbol of harmony, social inclusion and transformative change in Bastar. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said that the Bastar Olympic is not merely a sporting platform but a bridge connecting the youth with the mainstream. He added, The energy shown by the young people of Bastar proves that the region is moving rapidly towards peace, development and positive transformation.
Indira Gandhi reshaped country with policies dedicated to ameliorating poverty, inequality: Sonia
Indira Gandhi's work reflected these beliefs that everyone has the right to live without oppression, prejudice, poverty, and violence, she said
Drugs Control dept. seizes fake drugs worth 2 lakh
IT raids continue for second day at major restaurants in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: IT raids continued for the second consecutive day at the properties linked to Shah Ghouse, Pista House and Mehfil hotel, major restaurants in Hyderabad, on Wednesday, November 19. Huge cash and electronic evidence were seized from close to 30 locations, including hotels and properties of the owners, across Hyderabad, the previous day, Times of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Student killed in road accident in Kozhikode
East Bengaluru begins clearance of dry trees and branches
Pakistan Exposed: Ex-PoK PM's shocking admission on Red Fort blast, he says...
Former PoK PM Chaudhry Anwarul Haq's claim hinting at Pakistan's role in the Red Fort blast has sparked controversy as Delhi Police probe terror modules.
Madrasa teachers to take out rally at Cherpulassery
TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee lodges complaints against Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose
KOLKATA: The four-day-long confrontation between West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose and Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee escalated further after the veteran parliamentarian lodged complaints against the states constitutional head at Hare Street police station on Wednesday, a day after the Governor filed an FIR with the same police station on Tuesday accusing the MP of making derogatory remarks. Raj Bhavan had lodged the FIR on Tuesday against Kalyan for his statements alleging Bose of giving shelter to BJP goons and stocking arms and ammunition inside the Governors House premises to kill Trinamool Congress workers. Kalyan has been booked under various sections of the BNS, including those pertaining to crime to assault or wrongfully restrain the President or Governor intentionally in a manner that can endanger Indias unity and integrity. Sources at Raj Bhavan said it would file a defamation case against Kalyan in the Calcutta High Court within this week. Several specific complaints have been lodged against the Governor with Hare Street police station. I will urge the police to investigate the complaints, Kalyan told reporters this afternoon. Interestingly, the designation of Bose has not been mentioned in the complaints lodged with the police station. Bose had on Sunday threatened to take legal action against Kalyan for his remarks made on Saturday. The face-off between Bose and Kalyan aggravated further on Monday after the former asked Kolkata Police to deploy its bomb disposal squad with a sniffer dog, disaster management team and civil defence department to conduct search operations inside the Raj Bhavan premises to find out whether arms and ammunition were lying stacked there. Police officials, the bomb disposal squad and CRPF personnel conducted combing operations inside the Raj Bhavan premises, including every room, other parts of the building and the lawns, on Monday afternoon under the Governors physical supervision. The MP had made his remarks on Saturday while reacting to Boses recent statement on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. Bose had said the exercise helped purify the voter list. As long as an incompetent governor like you remains, as long as a BJP-servant governor remains, you will never see anything good happening in West Bengal, Kalyan added.
Mantri Mall closed over 30 crore property tax arrears
NEW DELHI: The rise of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) in human diets is damaging public health, fuelling chronic diseases from obesity, diabetes to cancer worldwide, and deepening health inequalities, said the new Lancet series released on Wednesday. The series on Ultra-Processed Foods and Human Health stressed that addressing this challenge requires a unified global response that confronts corporate power and transforms food systems to promote healthier, more sustainable diets. According to Dr. Arun Gupta, a pediatrician and co-author of the three-part Lancet Series papers, India is witnessing the same shift the Lancet Series warns about. The traditional meals are fast being replaced by hyper-palatable industrial UPF products via aggressive marketing and advertising campaigns. Yet, he said, India does not have exact data on UPF consumption. Our regulations are ineffective to restrict marketing. India must act immediately to take action and cut the consumption of UPFs to aim for a halt in obesity and diabetes in coming years, said Dr Gupta, who is the Convenor of Nutrition Advocacy in Public Interest (NAPi), a national think tank on nutrition. Given that India is fastest in sales growth and the evidence of poor health outcomes, India needs to frame UPF as a priority health issue, said the nutrition expert. He pointed out that retail sales of UPFs in India surged from $ 0.9 billion in 2006 to nearly $38 billion in 2019, a forty-fold rise. During the same period obesity doubled in India in both men and women. According to an ICMR-INDIAB study, obesity affects one in four individuals (28.6 percent), diabetes affects one in 10 individuals (11.4 percent), prediabetes one in seven individuals (15.3 percent) and abdominal obesity one in three (39.5 percent). Diminished immunity, aggravated inflammation, a cluster of life-threatening chronic diseases and an unprecedented rise in overweight and obesity across the world are now shown to be the consequence of these commercial foods displacing healthy natural diets, said Prof. Srinath Reddy, Chancellor of PHFI University of Public Health Sciences. While global regulation of such products is needed, India needs to adopt strong regulatory measures directed at their production, marketing and public disclosure of their constituents, he stressed. He said front of pack warning labels must clearly communicate the harmful levels of salt, sugar and fat to the consumers. The series, authored by 43 global experts, said there is enough evidence to show that the rise of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) in human diets is a leading cause of the diet-related chronic disease pandemic but added that UPFs are a politically neglected global health issue. UPFs are industrial formulations of food substances, mostly high in fat, sugar, and/or salt (HFSS), full of unwanted and harmful ingredients such as cosmetic additives like stablisers, emulsifiers, colorants, flavouring substances etc. It mostly includes pre-packaged food and beverage products such as namkeens, noodles, biscuits, sugar-sweetened beverages, chips, and breakfast cereals etc. According to Dr Vandana Prasad, Community Pediatrician, Technical Advisor at Public Health Resource Society (PHRS), the evidence on harm to human health is clear, and what is needed is action. We need not delay policy action. Policy intervention is particularly urgent in India. UPF consumption is rising fastest yet it is controllable if we act quickly, she said, as she called for banning UPFs in schools, hospitals, and public institutions. Sylvie Chamois, nutrition specialist, UNICEF India, said, if countries like India - where UPF markets are expanding most rapidly - are among the fastest to act, the collective impact will be significant. What is required next is political resolve, technical investment, and clear accountability across sectors. She highlighted that UPFs are widely available in places where children live, learn, and play - schools, childcare centres, sports facilities, and nearby retail outlets. Sponsorships and visibility normalise UPF consumption, making avoidance nearly impossible. In India especially, digital penetration is so high, especially amongst youth. Digital food marketing is personalised; algorithms, influencers, and gaming integrations deliver personalized UPF marketing that is constant, often invisible to adults. It is designed to bypass childrens limited ability to recognize persuasion, she said. Experts said that UPFs consumption is driven due to aggressive marketing, celebrity endorsements and promotional tactics. A comprehensive, government-led approach is needed to reverse the rise in UPF consumption. Priority actions include adding ultra-processed markers, such as colours, flavours, and non-sugar sweeteners, to nutrient profiling models used to identify unhealthy foods; mandatory front-of-pack warning labels; bans on marketing aimed at children; restrictions on these types of foods in public institutions; and higher taxes on UPFs, the series said. Taxation on UPFs could help to fund cash transfers for whole foods and other minimally processed foods to help protect low-income households, it added.New Delhi, Nov 19: The rise of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) in human diets is damaging public health, fuelling chronic diseases from obesity, diabetes to cancer worldwide, and deepening health inequalities, said the new Lancet series released on Wednesday. The series on Ultra-Processed Foods and Human Health stressed that addressing this challenge requires a unified global response that confronts corporate power and transforms food systems to promote healthier, more sustainable diets. According to Dr. Arun Gupta, a pediatrician and co-author of the three-part Lancet Series papers, India is witnessing the same shift the Lancet Series warns about. The traditional meals are fast being replaced by hyper-palatable industrial UPF products via aggressive marketing and advertising campaigns. Yet, he said, India does not have exact data on UPF consumption. Our regulations are ineffective to restrict marketing. India must act immediately to take action and cut the consumption of UPFs to aim for a halt in obesity and diabetes in coming years, said Dr Gupta, who is the Convenor of Nutrition Advocacy in Public Interest (NAPi), a national think tank on nutrition. Given that India is fastest in sales growth and the evidence of poor health outcomes, India needs to frame UPF as a priority health issue, said the nutrition expert. He pointed out that retail sales of UPFs in India surged from $ 0.9 billion in 2006 to nearly $38 billion in 2019, a forty-fold rise. During the same period obesity doubled in India in both men and women. According to an ICMR-INDIAB study, obesity affects one in four individuals (28.6 percent), diabetes affects one in 10 individuals (11.4 percent), prediabetes one in seven individuals (15.3 percent) and abdominal obesity one in three (39.5 percent). Diminished immunity, aggravated inflammation, a cluster of life-threatening chronic diseases and an unprecedented rise in overweight and obesity across the world are now shown to be the consequence of these commercial foods displacing healthy natural diets, said Prof. Srinath Reddy, Chancellor of PHFI University of Public Health Sciences. While global regulation of such products is needed, India needs to adopt strong regulatory measures directed at their production, marketing and public disclosure of their constituents, he stressed. He said front of pack warning labels must clearly communicate the harmful levels of salt, sugar and fat to the consumers. The series, authored by 43 global experts, said there is enough evidence to show that the rise of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) in human diets is a leading cause of the diet-related chronic disease pandemic but added that UPFs are a politically neglected global health issue. UPFs are industrial formulations of food substances, mostly high in fat, sugar, and/or salt (HFSS), full of unwanted and harmful ingredients such as cosmetic additives like stablisers, emulsifiers, colorants, flavouring substances etc. It mostly includes pre-packaged food and beverage products such as namkeens, noodles, biscuits, sugar-sweetened beverages, chips, and breakfast cereals etc. According to Dr Vandana Prasad, Community Pediatrician, Technical Advisor at Public Health Resource Society (PHRS), the evidence on harm to human health is clear, and what is needed is action. We need not delay policy action. Policy intervention is particularly urgent in India. UPF consumption is rising fastest yet it is controllable if we act quickly, she said, as she called for banning UPFs in schools, hospitals, and public institutions. Sylvie Chamois, nutrition specialist, UNICEF India, said, if countries like India - where UPF markets are expanding most rapidly - are among the fastest to act, the collective impact will be significant. What is required next is political resolve, technical investment, and clear accountability across sectors. She highlighted that UPFs are widely available in places where children live, learn, and play - schools, childcare centres, sports facilities, and nearby retail outlets. Sponsorships and visibility normalise UPF consumption, making avoidance nearly impossible. In India especially, digital penetration is so high, especially amongst youth. Digital food marketing is personalised; algorithms, influencers, and gaming integrations deliver personalized UPF marketing that is constant, often invisible to adults. It is designed to bypass childrens limited ability to recognize persuasion, she said. Experts said that UPFs consumption is driven due to aggressive marketing, celebrity endorsements and promotional tactics. A comprehensive, government-led approach is needed to reverse the rise in UPF consumption. Priority actions include adding ultra-processed markers, such as colours, flavours, and non-sugar sweeteners, to nutrient profiling models used to identify unhealthy foods; mandatory front-of-pack warning labels; bans on marketing aimed at children; restrictions on these types of foods in public institutions; and higher taxes on UPFs, the series said. Taxation on UPFs could help to fund cash transfers for whole foods and other minimally processed foods to help protect low-income households, it added.
Youthful vibe in Punalur municipality poll campaign
Caste identity influences how teachers judge students in Bihar public schools: IIMB study
District Business Reform Action Plan is a State-driven exercise enabling States to take the lead in driving business reforms at the district level as part of ease of doing business initiatives
The Hindus Lit for Life Unplugged opens with a dialogue on the secret life of the dhristi dolls
Nazar is as ubiquitous as envy. But drishti in Tamil Nadu encompasses colour, culture, and most importantly, artistry. Get a dose of good luck at at The Hindus Lit for Life Unplugged
Neighbourhood groups to aid in preparing urban development plans: D.R. Patil
CII Summit, a testimony to investors trust in Coalition govt., says Andhra Minister
ED probe against Al-Falah group unearths 'cheating' to the tune of Rs 415 crore
NEW DELHI: The initial financial probe into the Al-Falah group has unearthed alleged cheating to the tune of Rs 415 crore, said a senior officer in the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The agency is also probing the foreign funding it has received so far. The group, whose Haryana-based university has come under the scanner after three doctors working there were found to be suspects in the November 10 Red Fort blast that killed 13 people, is being investigated under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The varsity based in Faridabad allegedly cheated students and parents by using the false claim that it is accredited with the NAAC and recognised under Section 12(B) of the UGC to attract admissions and fees. A forensic analysis of income tax returns from the financial years 2014-15 to 2024-25 showed a unified financial structure, said the ED. The bank accounts of Al-Falah School of Engineering and Technology, Al-Falah School of Education and Training, Al-Falah University and the overarching Al-Falah Charitable Trust were all operated under a single Permanent Account Number (PAN). ED arrests Al Falah University founder Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui in PMLA case amid Red Fort blast probe The data reveals a steady stream of revenue declared as Receipts from main object or Educational Revenue. From FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, these declared incomes surged, including Rs 41.97 crore in 2019-20, Rs 89.28 crore in 2022-23 and Rs 80.10 crore in 2024-25. The ED has concluded that the aggregate educational income during the years the institutes were operating without valid accreditation amounts to Rs 415.10 crore. The agency has stated that these are proceeds of crime rather than steady income to run the institution citing that these receipts were collected by deception, using false statutory and false accreditation claims, thereby directly linking the funds to the scheduled offences of cheating and forgery. The ED also said that there are critical red flags in the group's financials. The financials of the various entities are at variance with the huge amount of assets / wealth accumulated by the group, it said. The agency is probing potential diversions of funds such as the alleged routing of hostel and mess fees to a family-run entity named Anla Enterprises LLP and funds transferred to another family-linked firm, Karkun Construction and Developers, for construction contracts. The agency has got 13 days custody of Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, chairman and founder of the varsity, who was arrested on November 18 on charges of money laundering.
India to Roll Out Caller Name Display Nationwide by December to Fight Fraud
The CNAP service is a feature that displays the name of an incoming caller to the recipient, similar to third-party apps like Truecaller, but powered by official telecom operator data.
Five reportedly injured after South Korean ferry with about 270 people runs aground
The incident happened when the ship was sailing from the country's southern island of Jeju to the southwestern port city of Mokpo, according to a statement by the coast guard
SCR rolls out 3,200-crore track fencing project to enable high-speed travel in high density routes
Top officials said high-density routes, spanning 1,835 km, include key sections such as Secunderabad-Kazipet, Kazipet-Balharshah, Vijayawada-Kondapalli and Gooty-Wadi
Control room opened to handle complaints on brewing of illicit liquor in Kozhikode
Gold climbs Rs 1,500 to Rs 1,27,300/10g on renewed safe-haven buying globally
New Delhi, Nov 19 (PTI) Gold prices climbed Rs 1,500 to Rs 1,27,300 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday tracking a strong rally in the international rates, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.5 per cent purity jumped Rs 1,500 to Rs 1,26,700 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes). Silver prices also bounced back, surging Rs 4,000 to Rs 1,60,000 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes), snapping a three-day losing run in the local bullion market. Gold advanced on Wednesday, supported by renewed safe-haven demand, while persistent signs of weakness in
International Mens Day: 7 Bollywood characters who are pure green flags
Every year on 19 November, the world observes International Mens Day, a day to appreciate the men who support, guide, and care for us. In todays fast moving world, its easy to miss the quiet efforts men make for their families, friends, and communities. This day reminds us to recognise their contributions and to value Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
A dedicated day will be allotted during the Winter Session for discussing the issues concerning the region, according to the Council Chairman
8,450 students to receive degrees at MAHEs 33rd convocation
CM Omar Abdullah Visits Families Of Nowgam Blast Victims In Kulgam, Tral
KULGAM/TRAL, Nov 19: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met the families of two victims who lost their lives in the accidental explosion at Nowgam Police Station, extending his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. At Chancer village in Kulgam, the Chief Minister visited the home of Late Arshid Ahmad Shah and expressed his deepest sympathies to the grieving family. He assured them that the government stands firmly with them in this hour of immense pain. Later, the Chief Minister went [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Visits Families Of Nowgam Blast Victims In Kulgam, Tral appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cant Be KPCC Chief Forever: Shivakumar Amid Leadership Change Speculations
I wanted to step down as KPCC Chief after assuming charge as Deputy Chief Minister in 2023 itself
India will start clinical trial for treating sickle cell disease among central India tribal
On the occasion of Janjatiya Gaurav Divas, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research Institute of Genomic and Integrative Biology (CSIR-IGIB) has transferred indigenous technology for developing a CRISPR-based gene-editing therapy for Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) to the Serum Institute of India Private Limited (SII). India has the second-highest number of children born with SCD globally, with an estimated 15,000 to 25,000 new cases each year, particularly among tribal communities in Central India. SII will now conduct clinical trials to develop a more cost-effective treatment for this genetic disorder. At present, CRISPR-based gene-editing therapy for SCD costs around USD 3 million (approximately Rs 26 crore), mainly due to high licensing fees. The newly developed indigenous technology, however, is expected to bring the cost down to around Rs 50 lakh. Meanwhile, IGIB has already begun the first phase of clinical trials in collaboration with multiple agencies, including the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI), the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), the Department of Science and Technology (DST), the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, and CSIR. We have created a pool of around 150 potential participants from cities such as Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh, Raipur in Chhattisgarh, and Ranchi in Jharkhand to begin the clinical trial, said Dr Souvik Maiti, Senior Principal Scientist at CSIR-IGIB. We will finalise three participants from this pool for our first trial after obtaining the necessary approvals, added Maiti, the lead investigator for this flagship project. Extraction of the affected gene from bone marrow will be carried out at AIIMS Delhi, while the gene editing will take place at IGIBs dedicated centre. The extraction process is expected to take 120 days. Following the transfer of technology, SII will collaborate with IGIB to conduct the second and third phases of clinical trials, involving a larger pool of participants. IGIB noted that a similar treatment was successfully administered to three African individuals in the United States. Encouraged by this progress, Indian scientists decided to replicate the process domestically using indigenous technology. It has taken nearly six years for India to develop its own CRISPR platform. Experts believe that similar indigenisation of CRISPR technology can also be achieved in the agriculture sector. Currently, ICAR has been negotiating licensing fees with foreign agencies rather than developing its own indigenous CRISPR systems.
Bhavita Sri Chits MD Held For Scam In Hanamkonda
MD Tatipalli Srinivas had been absconding since September, when chairman Gunda Prakash Rao was first arrested by Warangal Police following widespread complaints across the erstwhile Warangal district.
SHIMLA: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday alleged that the BJP's social media cell was targeting him because he took stringent measures to curb corruption and ensured that widows, orphans, women, labourers and farmers got their rights. Addressing a gathering at Baddi, CM Sukhu attacked the previous BJP government for allegedly turning a blind eye on corruption. He alleged that the previous BJP government gave away 5,000 bighas of land worth hundreds of crores to big industrial houses for just Rs 1.12 crore, under the guise of customised packages. The stamp duty was waived and provisions were made to supply electricity at Rs 3 per unit for five years and even free water, he said, adding that as long as I am the chief minister, I will not allow the state's assets to be plundered. We are custodians of Himachal Pradesh's resources. The BJP's social media cell is targeting me because I took stringent measures to curb corruption and ensured that widows, orphans, women, labourers and farmers got their rights, he said in a statement issued here. The previous BJP government allegedly left behind a debt of Rs 75,000 crore and liabilities of Rs 10,000 crore pertaining to employees. For electoral gains, it opened various institutes in the last six months of its tenure without proper budgetary provisions and staff, he further alleged. The state government was safeguarding the interests of Himachal, and that's why we returned Rs 30 crore received from the Centre for the bulk drug park and decided to develop it on our own, he said. He also said that the government is going to make large-scale recruitment in various departments. Earlier, Sukhu announced the opening of a Public Works Department (PWD) Division in the Doon Assembly constituency of the Solan district. He also announced the upgradation of Baddi Civil Hospital to 100 beds and Rs 25 crore for construction of the SDM office and Rs 10 crore for construction of a sports stadium. He said that facilities in Baddi must match the growing population, adding that a modern bus stand would be constructed at Baddi, for which adequate funds would be provided. He announced that the Baddi, Barotiwala and Chandi schools would have CBSE curriculum from the next academic session. He reiterated that he has repeatedly offered to accompany all the seven BJP MPs to seek financial assistance from the Centre for the monsoon disaster-affected families. The prime minister himself had announced a package of Rs 1,500 crore but we have not received the funds yet, and we were helping the families with our own resources, the CM said. He distributed Rs 17,62,000 to 18 families as per Himachal Pradesh Relief Manual and cheques of Rs 17,03,000 to 15 beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin as final instalment in Doon constituency.
Demand grows for resuming safari in Bandipur and Nagarahole
Students told to read biographies of Mahatma Gandhi, Abdul Kalam
Tiruchis food industry warms up to sustainable packaging
29,000 'Aspirational Toilets' to be built across States under Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0
NEW DELHI: Under its flagship Swachh Bharat MissionUrban (SBM-U) 2.0, the Centre is encouraging all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) to expand public toilet (PT) infrastructure at tourist destinations, high-footfall areas, and religious sites to meet growing sanitation needs. It has also been recommended that these facilities be classified as Aspirational Toilets. So far, 29,000 Aspirational Toilet seats have been approved under SBM-U 2.0. The mission aims to significantly enhance the user experience of public toilet services, supported by innovative models and solutions designed to ensure their long-term sustainability, said officials of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. The aspirational toilets include smart features, user-friendly designs, accessible-inclusive infrastructure,gender-neutral, child-friendly facilities and environmentally sustainable technologies. Across the nation, aspirational toilets were inaugurated on Wednesday on the occasion of World Toilet Day. Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh (5,131), Maharashtra (4,385) and Tamil Nadu (3,562) have the maximum number of Aspirational toilets. On the occasion, Sulabh International and World Toilet Organisation kick-started the three-day World Toilet summit with global stakeholders to accelerate sustainable sanitation, in which Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal and Union Minister for Jal Shakti CR Patil were present. Speaking on the occasion, Manohar Lal called for global cooperation on swachhata and sustainability. Across India and around the world, better and cleaner toilet systems are being put in place. In our country too, mindsets are changing and must change. After all, cleanliness is not judged by a tidy home or bedroom, but by the condition of ones toilet, he said. He also stressed the need for wastewater treatment, reuse, cleaner toilets, and faster behavioural change. He further underscored early sanitation habits in children and the importance of waste-to-wealth and circularity under SBM-U. Marking World Toilet Day, the ministry also launched Toilet Paas Hai & Main Saaf Hi Achha Hoon - a year-long advocacy drive to champion responsible toilet use. It is aimed at promoting responsible toilet use and hygiene habits across communities. A range of advisories and training resources has also been released to strengthen urban sanitation efforts, including specialised training modules.
MAHE sees no threat from foreign universities
Road accident in Kurnool kills three
iBomma administrator Immadi Ravi sent to 5 day police custody
The Nampally court on Wednesday, November 19, sent iBomma administrator Immadi Ravi to police custody for 5 days. The court issued the order after examining the police request seeking seven days of custodial interrogation. Ravi was arrested on November 14 after he landed in Hyderabad from France. The Enforcement Directorate has also stepped into the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Watch: The feeling to serve the country has doubled, says Maithili Thakur, Bihars youngest MLA
PANAJI: Departing from tradition, a grand immersive parade featuring film floats will mark the beginning of this years International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Panaji on Thursday evening. For the first time, IFFI will welcome audiences with a colourful, lively showcase where stories, music, and characters come to life. This change aims to transform the festival into a more vibrant, open, and publicly engaging event. The parade, starting from the Entertainment Society of Goa, is expected to turn the streets of Goa into a living canvas of Indias cinematic and cultural brilliance. Leading the spectacle will be magnificent state tableaus from Andhra Pradesh, Haryana, and Goa, each presenting a vivid portrait of identity and imagination. Andhra Pradesh highlights the charm of Visakhapatnams golden shores, the mystic valleys of Araku, and the pulsating spirit of Tollywood. Haryana offers a colourful fusion of folklore, theatre, culture, and cinematic pride. Goa, the festivals long-standing host, forms the emotional heart of the procession, celebrating its cosmopolitan warmth and timeless bond with world cinema. Among the highlights is the National Film Development Corporations (NFDC) 50 Years tableau, honouring five decades of nurturing filmmakers and fostering cinematic innovation across the nation. Marching alongside the states are grand cinematic tableaus from Indias leading production houses, each a moving universe of storytelling excellence. The mythic power of Akhanda 2 , the emotional depth of Ram Charans Peddi , the creative force of Mythri Movie Makers, the iconic legacy of Zee Studios, the global vision of Hombale Films, the Odia heritage of Bindusagar, Ultra Medias centenary homage to Guru Dutt, and the vibrant storytelling realm of WAVES OTT all converge to showcase the boundless diversity of Indian cinema. Opening the parade with breathtaking energy is the Central Bureau of Communications Bharat Ek Soor , a spellbinding folk symphony featuring over a hundred artists from sixteen states. Bhangra meets Garba, Lavani flows into Ghoomar, Bihu breathes beside Chhau and Nati, culminating in a majestic Tricolour formation that embodies Indias unified cultural heartbeat. Adding charm, nostalgia, and delight are Indias beloved animation favourites, Chhota Bheem and Chutki, and Motu Patlu and Bittu Bahanebaaz, stepping off the screen to greet audiences with laughter, warmth, and playful spirit. The Opening Parade of IFFI 2025 is more than an inauguration; it is a cinematic overture and a cultural promise. As Goa prepares for this extraordinary beginning, IFFI invites the world to witness India not just as a nation of stories, but as a nation in motion, moving forward in one unforgettable rhythm, said officials. Other highlights of this years edition include the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Film Festival and Hackathon. Over 50 women directors have their films featured, underscoring the governments commitment to promoting Nari Shakti in cinema. More than 240 films from 81 countries will be screened, including 13 world premieres, four international premieres, and 46 Asian premieres. Superstar Rajinikanth will be felicitated at the closing ceremony for completing 50 years of his legendary cinematic journey. Additional features include Centenary Tributes to honour legendary filmmakers Guru Dutt, Raj Khosla, Ritwik Ghatak, P. Bhanumathi, Bhupen Hazarika, and Salil Chowdhury. Special screenings of Chowdhurys Musafir and Ghataks Subarnarekha , along with the restored version of V. Shantarams Dr Kotnis Ki Amar Kahani , will also be held during the festival.
Could Rajasthan Royals Offer Jadeja the Captaincy?- Anil Kumble
Experts think CSK must rebuild their entire squad
Mohan Bhagwat to Embark on 3-day Visit to Manipur Tomorrow
First visit by RSS chief since 2023 ethnic clashes
Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan hail Sathya Sai Babas model of humanitarian service
Babas gesture of providing drinking water, healthcare and education to the poor and downtrodden casts a powerful impact on rural Andhra Pradesh and beyond, says Chandrababu Naidu; the drinking water initiative worth hundreds of crores reflects the early version of todays schemes such as the Jal Jeevan Mission, observes Pawan Kalyan
Indias drug-resistant infection rates lower than U.S., Europe despite higher microbial colonisation
The study published by The Lancet found multi-drug resistant organisms in half of Indian ERCP patients; results cannot be generalised for all Indian patients or linked to antibiotic usage, says NCDC
Masked men, armed with swords and sticks, vandalise Bhopal cafe; four detained
According to the police, the incident took place around 7.10 p.m. on November 18 when several men entered the Magic Spot Cafe in the capital citys Misrod area and began damaging the open cafes infrastructure
Gopalganj recorded maximum deletions, Darbhanga lowest in recent Bihar SIR; BJP won both
NEW DELHI: The Gopalganj assembly seat in Bihar recorded the largest number of net voter deletions while the Darbhanga constituency registered the least in the recently concluded Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state, with the BJP winning both the seats in the just held elections. According to data shared by the Election Commission, the total number of electors stood at 3.52 lakh in Gopalganj when the SIR was ordered on June 24 in the state. When the final electoral roll was published on September 30, the number of electors was registered at 3.24 lakh -- a net deletion of 56,793. The BJP won the seat. In Darbhanga, the total number of electors was 3.27 lakh when the intensive voter list cleanup was ordered and it stood at 3.24 lakh when the fine rolls were issued -- a net deletion of 2,859 ineligible electors. The BJP won the assembly elections in both seats. Similarly, the Nautan assembly seat saw the maximum number of additions to the electoral rolls. The total number of electors was 2.80 lakh when the final roll of the SIR was published. It rose to 2.86 lakh when nominations ended on October 20 -- a net addition of 5,434 electors. On this seat too, the BJP won the assembly poll. Names can be added and deleted from the final rolls until 10 days before the last date of filing nominations for that phase of the election. The total number of electors in Bihar had come down by nearly 47 lakh to 7.42 crore in the final electoral roll published on September 30 from 7.89 crore before the SIR of the voters' list carried out by the Election Commission. The final figure had, however, increased by 17.87 lakh from 7.24 crore electors named in the draft list issued on August 1, which had removed 65 lakh voters from the original list on various accounts, including deaths, migration and duplication of voters. Later, nearly three lakh voters were added and the figure now stands at 7.45 crore.
Brahmotsavam at Hare Krishna Golden Temple in Banjara Hills Concludes
The highlight of the celebrations was the 108-Kalasha Maha Churnabhishekam, performed amid the resonant chanting of Vedic mantras and soulful Harinam Sankirtan by devotees
Living Separately Doesnt Always Mean Marriage Has Broken Down Irretrievably: SC
The court allowed in part an appeal filed by a woman and set aside the judgment of September 20, 2019, passed by a division bench of the High Court of Uttarakhand at Nainital
The Hindu Lit for Life Dialogue returns to Bengaluru on November 21
Digital evaluation in Kuvempu University: Many toppers secure fail marks, leaving them in shock
The college staff conducted counselling sessions for students, who were disappointed over the poor results
Madhya Pradeshs Hawk Force Inspector killed in encounter with Maoists in Chhattisgarh
Ashish Sharma, 40, was leading a Hawk Force platoon in an inter-State joint operation when he sustained bullet injuries in his thigh and abdomen
Olirum Erodu Foundation completes restoration of 58th water body in Erode district
Telangana govt in talks with Amazon to provide SHGs online market
Hyderabad: The Telangana government is holding talks with e-commerce giant Amazon to provide women self-help groups (SHG) a big online market. Chief minister Revanth Reddy said that the government aims to provide SHGs an international market for the products produced by them. During a video conference with all district collectors on Wednesday, November 19, Revanth Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Telangana HC sets aside 1,032Group 2 selections from 2019
Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Tuesday, November 18, set aside the selection of 1,032 Group 2 posts over tampering of the OMR answer sheets and asked Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) to re-evaluate the process and issue fresh appointments within 8 weeks. Candidates who appeared for the Group 2 examinations in 2016 had filed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Some work for party, some reap benefits: Shivakumar
Lobbying Still on Among NDA Partners for Berths in New Bihar Cabinet
BJP sources said most ministers from the outgoing Cabinet will be retained, with the party considering three new faces
Officers told to create awareness on legal adoption
MLA sees need for throwing focus on childrens rights and the process for legal adoption
Indian Army secures intellectual property rights for new coat combat (digital print)
The 'New Coat Combat' has been designed and developed by the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Delhi, as a consultancy project under the aegis of the Army Design Bureau, the defence ministry said on Wednesday.
Polling days to be declared holidays
Delhi Court Sends Anmol Bishnoi to 11-Day NIA Custody
Special Judge Prashant Sharma sent Anmol to 11 days of NIA custody on the agency's plea seeking 15-day custodial interrogation of the accused
Mela Kalkandarkottai UPHC in Tiruchi gets NQAS certification
Mukesh Ambani, son Akash Ambani set to meet Samsung's Jay Y Lee in...; what's on the agenda?
Reliance has long been one of Samsung's most important overseas telecom clients.
A.P. Rythu Sangham seeks market support for banana, maize farmers
It urges the government that an investment assistance of 20,000 per year being provided to farmers should also be extended to those cultivating on lease
