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Cipla opens lung centre in Delhi

Cipla launches a Breathefree Lung Wellness Center in Delhi to enhance lung diagnostics amid rising respiratory diseases and air pollution.

28 Nov 2025 6:52 pm
Why accident insurance cover only for those purchasing tickets online, SC asks railways

The bench perused a report submitted by the national transporter and said at the initial stage, the focus should be on the safety of tracks and railway crossings, from which other aspects would emerge

28 Nov 2025 10:01 am
Govt approves 305 cr scheme to promote research, innovation in textiles

The Tex-RAMPS plan will be implemented during 2025-31

28 Nov 2025 9:59 am
Draft electoral roll will have names of those submitting signed enumeration forms: TN CEO

Those who could not find their names in the draft roll could make use of the claims and objections period from December 9, 2025, to January 8, 2026, to include their name afresh by submitting Form 6 along with the declaration form

28 Nov 2025 9:45 am
Delhi records AQI level of 384, remains in 'Very Poor' Category

Ashok Nagar recorded an AQI of 417, while Bawana reported 413. Other prominent areas, including Chandni Chowk (408), Jahangirpuri (420), Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (401), and Burari Crossing (403), also fell under the Severe category

28 Nov 2025 9:03 am
Haryana to launch new city gas distribution policy to boost infrastructure investment

The CGD policy is expected to open new doors for both public and private investment in natural gas pipelines and distribution networks

28 Nov 2025 8:53 am
Supreme Court allows plea calling for public consultation on the proposed IT guidelines

In response, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) asked the court for 3-4 weeks to consider the consultation with relevant stakeholders.

27 Nov 2025 4:52 pm
Unorganised Workers Congress protests new labour codes, demands immediate rollback

Claiming that the new labour codes usher in a dangerous trend, the Congress leader alleged that the old labour laws that protected the interests of workers, especially the unorganised workers, have been murdered.

27 Nov 2025 3:51 pm
Maharashtra to set up Life Sciences Innovation & Incubation Centre to boost pharma, biotech R&D

The centre will help attract greater investment into the states pharmaceutical manufacturing industry

26 Nov 2025 3:00 pm
Declare Bengaluru-Hyderabad as defence & aerospace corridor: Telangana CM Reddy

Revanth invites PM Modi to Telangana Rising Global Summit on Dec 8-9

26 Nov 2025 2:52 pm
Rajnath flags 262 indigenous naval projects, invites global players to Indias growing shipbuilding hub

Some of our shipyards are on track to secure 100 per cent indigenous content within this decade, he said at Samudra Utkarsh shipbuilding conference

25 Nov 2025 6:54 pm
ADB approves USD 400 million loan to improve road connectivity in Maharashtra

The loan will be used to improve road connectivity in 34 districts, particularly in the climate-vulnerable and economically lagging Marathwada and Vidarbha regions

25 Nov 2025 3:54 pm
New Labour Codes cause confusion in Delhi courts as rules remain unnotified

The trouble is, as the parliamentary standing committee on Labour pointed out with regard to Industrial relations Code, a substantive part of the statute interpretation has been left to the rule-making process

24 Nov 2025 8:50 pm
BLOs to hold march in Kolkata on Monday to protest against work pressure under SIR exercise

Since the launch of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls in the state, the BLOs across districts have been working under unprecedented and inhuman pressure, the committee alleged

24 Nov 2025 12:00 pm
Chandigarh bill not to be tabled in Winter Session; decision only after consultations, clarifies MHA

The clarification came after strong political reactions to the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha bulletins stating the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2025, on Chandigarh would come up during parliament session

23 Nov 2025 7:08 pm
Sabarimala gold theft case: SIT arrests ex-Devaswom Board president Padmakumar

He is the second former TDB chief, after N. Vasu, to be arrested and the fifth accused in custody

20 Nov 2025 5:03 pm
US clears sale of $93-million worth Javelin missiles, Excalibur artillery rounds to India

The approval, granted by the US State Department, covers the sale of 100 Javelin missiles, one fly-to-buy round, 25 command-launch units, training aids, simulation rounds, spare parts, and full lifecycle support

20 Nov 2025 11:05 am
Telangana in talks to onboard women SHGs on Amazon

The saree distribution targeted to distribute one crore sarees to one crore women in the State

19 Nov 2025 7:41 pm
UIDAI mulls issuing Aadhaar with only photo, QR code to curb misuse

UIDAI CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar said that the authority is considering introducing a new rule in December to discourage offline verification by entities such as hotels, event organisers

19 Nov 2025 9:59 am
Maharashtra pushes natural farming with high-level consultation to build unified statewide strategy

Key priorities include ecologically regenerative practices, assured markets, stronger value chains, traceability, and robust certification systems

18 Nov 2025 6:48 pm
Godrej takes on Khavdas harsh desert frontier to build big power projects

With temperatures touching 47C, minimal on-ground infrastructure, and strict security protocols due to its proximity to the international border, the company has had to plan extensively to sustain a workforce of 800 people

18 Nov 2025 4:04 pm
Delhi air quality remains 'very poor' as city records season's lowest temperature

Among the 38 AQI monitoring stations in the capital, Bawana reported the highest pollution level with an AQI of 419

17 Nov 2025 9:56 am
CIK conducts raid in Anantnag, woman doctor from Haryana quizzed

The module, described by police as an inter-district network, was allegedly linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad and Ansar Gazwat-ul-Hind

16 Nov 2025 5:50 pm
AI tool flags 5,000+ infectious outbreaks to health authorities since 2022

WadhwaniAIs Health Sentinel could have helped slash 98% of manual workload, enabling a quicker detection of an outbreak and proactive public health response, a new research paper show

16 Nov 2025 11:59 am
IAF deploys Sukhoi aircraft for mega wargame with French air force

The Garuda exercise aims to refine tactics and procedures in a realistic operational environment, enabling mutual learning and fostering interoperability between the two forces

16 Nov 2025 9:01 am
Thick smog engulfs Delhi as AQI reaches 385, India Gate barely visible

Rajghat and ITO were worse off, recording an AQI of 417, which placed them in the 'severe' category, according to data released by the Central Pollution Control Board

16 Nov 2025 8:54 am
Telangana mulls pension scheme for govt staff

Gig and platform workers in the State would soon have social security under the upcoming Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Act, 2025, which is expected to be tabled in the next Assembly session

15 Nov 2025 7:48 pm
Three detained in Red Fort blast probe, including two Al Falah University doctors

Teams from the Delhi Police Special Cell and the NIA conducted simultaneous searches in Dhauj, Nuh and neighbouring areas, detaining the two doctors, identified as Mohammad and Mustakim

15 Nov 2025 5:50 pm
Tamil Nadu says it will not dole out unrealistic packages to win investments

Reports say South Korean shoemaker Hwaseung is set to invest in Andhra Pradesh just three months after holding talks with Tamil Nadu

15 Nov 2025 4:01 pm
J&K Police Chief rules out speculation after Nowgam blast kills nine, locals recount horror

Addressing a press conference in Srinagar, Prabhat said the explosion happened while experts were examining a large quantity of explosive materials recovered from Faridabad earlier this month as part of an investigation

15 Nov 2025 12:59 pm
PM endorses Nitishs leadership

Prime Minister takes a dig at the Congresss repeated setbacks at the polls

14 Nov 2025 9:57 pm
NDA tsunami in Bihar: Modi predicts win in Bengal and South as coalition sweeps 202 seats

BJP wins 81 seats, emerging as the single largest party in Bihar

14 Nov 2025 9:47 pm
MRAI to compile complete data on plastic recycling

While India has made significant progress in recycling areas such as e-waste, tyres and metals, the plastic industry continues to face major challenges and requires stronger advocacy

14 Nov 2025 6:49 pm
PDP makes political comeback with Budgam win

BJP successfully retains Nagrota seat amid shifting voter sentiments

14 Nov 2025 6:46 pm
Security agencies bring down Delhi bombers house; locals report three explosions

The step follows forensic confirmation linking Umar to the blast; The first blast was around 12:30 am, followed by two more. The last one was heard close to 3 am, neighbours said.

14 Nov 2025 11:56 am
JDU surges ahead in Bihar, NDA poised for clear majority

Prashant Kishors Jan Suraaj Party, touted by some as a potential disruptor, seemed unlikely to make a significant impact. It was leading in only one seat and likely playing the role of a vote katua

14 Nov 2025 11:53 am
Renew to invest 82,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh

Tillman Global to set up 15,000 crore data centre in AP

13 Nov 2025 10:00 am
NTPC scouting for land in over a dozen states for setting up nuclear power plants

The countrys largest power generator, which is controlled by the government, will account for one-third of Indias ambitious target of setting up 100 gigawatt (GW) of nuclear power by 2047 (Viksit Bharat)

12 Nov 2025 8:55 pm
Nagarathar Chamber of Commerce to organise Launch Pad 2025 to mentor young entrepreneurs

The event will provide insights, real-life experiences and expert guidance to young members from the mercantile and banking community to understand the dynamics between family business and launching their own start-ups

11 Nov 2025 3:38 pm
AQI over 400 in several parts of Delhi; air quality deteriorates to 'severe' category

As per CPCB data, Anand Vihar recorded an AQI of 412, Alipur reported 442, and Bawana registered the highest level at 462. Chandni Chowk recorded an AQI of 416, while RK Puram and Patparganj logged 446 and 438, respectively

11 Nov 2025 10:57 am
Bihar assembly elections: Final phase polling begins amid tight security

The polling, which runs from 7 am to 5 pm, will decide the fate of 1,302 candidates, including several ministers from Chief Minister Nitish Kumars government.

11 Nov 2025 7:58 am
Tamil Nadus new comprehensive EV charging mandate will help real estate sector differentiate offerings

Speaking to businessline, EV industry players suggest that the move will be a major boost for adoption, and real estate experts believe it could have a mixed impact for property developers

10 Nov 2025 7:56 pm
Air quality very poor in Delhi

A blanket of smog has persisted over the city since Diwali, with air quality oscillating between the 'poor' and 'very poor' categories, and occasionally slipping into the severe zone

10 Nov 2025 10:00 am
Gujarat becomes 1st State to launch tribal-focussed genome sequencing project: Govt

The project aims to understand the increasing prevalence of genetic disorders among tribal populations a trend often linked to endogamous marriages and limited genetic diversity

8 Nov 2025 4:03 pm
Obesity products take centre stage, in India and abroad

Smart pricing and collaborations stir the market as generic versions wait in the wings

7 Nov 2025 8:47 pm
Amit Shah: Tejashwis favourite CM Stalin heads party that compares Biharis with bidis

Amit Shah claimed Tejashwi Yadavs favourite CM, Tamil Nadus MK Stalin, belongs to a party that insults Biharis and opposes Sanatan Dharma

7 Nov 2025 4:59 pm
Interio by Godrej to execute 90 crore projects for Kochis infrastructure development

The portfolio includes a 69 crore electrical & mechanical work order from KMR) for Phase 2 of Kochi Metro, and the successful completion of a 24 crore design-and-build project for KSITIL

7 Nov 2025 3:56 pm
59% of Bihar-linked unrecognised parties fail to file audit reports, says ADR

Several Bihar-registered parties showed minimal or no electoral activity, despite declaring incomes and donations running into crores.

7 Nov 2025 3:56 pm
Welspun wins 3,145-cr Panjrapur water project to boost Mumbais supply network

Partnering with global water solutions leader Veolia, the project aims to enhance Mumbais water infrastructure with sustainable, technology-driven systems.

7 Nov 2025 3:47 pm
PB Healthcare acquires Fitterfly, for undisclosed sum

The development marks PB Healthcares goal to build a care model that reduces avoidable hospitalisations and extend health assurance to those uninsured

6 Nov 2025 8:51 pm