Telangana Govt announces release of two DA instalments payable with October salary to employees
The DA at the revised rates would be paid with the salary of October payable on November 1
Starlinks India struggle: spectrum, surveillance, and connectivity
Starlinks regulatory experience in India offers critical insights into the delicate interplay between innovation, law, and sovereignty. It underscores the importance of early, structured dialogue between technology providers and government regulators
Five injured in separate electrical infrastructure blasts in Bengaluru
In one of the incidents, a pedestrian walking on a footpath was injured
Hyderabad gets a new art space as ChampaTree expands beyond Delhi
Housed within Jubilee Hills furniture showroom Artyk, the space brings together contemporary art and design while allowing visitors to see works in a more domestic setting
Manipur CM cites historical hill outreach to pitch for lasting peace
At an event in Imphal on Tuesday, he said most Manipuri kings spent 100 days a year in the hills to facilitate interaction among the different communities
Komatireddy extends 2 lakh aid for childs treatment to develop speech
The couple, both speech- and hearing-impaired, approached the Minister seeking help for their child
Motorist run over by water tanker near Chennais Keelkattalai
170 kg of ghee allegedly made with palm oil and vanaspati seized at Ongole dairy
Officials say the dairy supplied hotels, hostels and biryani outlets and sold about 3,000 kg a month; samples are sent to a laboratory in Chennai
Bhoomi puja performed for 30 projects worth 4,249 crore at CII regional conference in Visakhapatnam
The projects across four north Andhra districts are expected to create 23,256 direct jobs, according to the investors
Remembering Lalgudi Jayaraman through a violin duet
H.K. Venkatram and B.U. Ganesh Prasad performed at the Lalgudi G. Jayaraman memorial endowment held at The Music Academy.
News from the world of Education: October 7, 2026
Information on colleges, admissions, scholarships, events, MoUs, and more
Rubio, in Greece, set to call for the West to restore founding democratic principles and values
Mr. Rubio intends to remind listeners of qualities he says were born in Greece and later defined the West, such as curiosity, courage, ambition and a restless spirit of exploration and discovery of the unknown
The move comes hours after Delhi Police detained around 260 INDIA bloc protesters, including 10 MPs, during a demonstration demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumars resignation
L&T gets initial nod to build main part of 1,600 MW thermal power plant in Jharkhand
The project is being developed by a joint venture of Damodar Valley Corporation and Coal India.
Delhi protests on October 7: Traffic restrictions, advisories, routes to avoid
According to a social media post on X by Delhi Traffic Police, the movement of traffic in and around Kashmere Gate and adjoining areas is likely to be affected
After 14 years, Tamil Nadu records lowest Cauvery realisation
The paddy coverage in the Cauvery delta region is almost one lakh acres down, compared to the previous years figure.
CJPs Saurav Das: We should stop using the word permission for protests
The students allege they could not participate in the mandatory Rural/Urban Health Training Centre postings and community medical camps over the past three years due to lack of transport facility
We Will Do It: PM Modi gives new slogan to make India developed nation by 2047
There is no reason for India to stop. A hundred years ago, there were less than 40 crore of us; today, we are more than 140 crore. The 140 crore citizens together will build a developed India by 2047, and we certainly will. We Will Do It, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi
GE Aerospace announces shipment of four F404 Engines to HAL for Tejas LCA Mk 1A
With the latest shipment, in the last two months, GE Aerospace has sent seven F404-IN20 engines
All 23 Indians aboard Liberian-flagged oil tanker rescued after attack off Russias Black Sea coast
The Russian Transport Ministry said the vessels all Indian crew of 23 was saved and none was hurt according to preliminary data
UPSC at 100: stuck in the past at a time of huge changes?
Despite over nine committees evaluating its performance and recommending substantial changes, very little has changed in the fundamental orientation of the commission
Mistral unveils Le Chonk to compete with Chinese open-weight AI models
The open weights for Le Chonk are set to release at the end of October, announced Mistral
Sand mining scam in Tamil Nadu: EDs 2024 communication to DGP challenged before Madras High Court
The partner of a private construction company based at Naganallur in Chennai has approached the court to prevent the DVAC from registering a FIR on the basis of EDs two-year-old dossier.
A week after winning the National Award for Best Documentary for his short on the Ramnami community, filmmaker Bharat Bala speaks about his 1,000-film journey across India, and reuniting with AR Rahman after Vande Maataram
Arunachal: 12-hour bandh called in East Siang over teacher shortage in government schools
Guwahati: A 12-hour shutdown has been called across Arunachal Pradeshs East Siang district on Wednesday to press for action over the shortage of teachers in government schools. The bandh began at 5 am and will continue until 5 pm, with nine organisations, including the Legong Banggo Students Union, backing the shutdown. The organisations are demanding [] The post Arunachal: 12-hour bandh called in East Siang over teacher shortage in government schools appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Sony launches new range of Ult Tower speakers in India
These Ult Tower party speakers can optimise sound automatically based on the surrounding
Hyderabad KBR project: Elevated corridor work divided to fit into previous two packages
Rupee falls 10 paise to 96.45 against U.S. dollar ahead of RBI monetary policy decision
The rupee is under continuous pressure amid persistent outflows of foreign funds from domestic equities and strong U.S. dollar holding near multi-month highs above 102 (DXY), forex traders said
Sri Lanka arrests ex-First Lady in charity graft probe
The 73-year-old wife of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa was arrested in Colombo, and will be taken before a magistrate, the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) said
ED conducts searches at 3 cooperative societies in Keralam
About 20 premises in Thrissur, Ernakulam and Kozhikode are being searched
AgriGold victims asked to produce original bonds for verification
The original documents will only be examined and need not be surrendered, the CID clarifies
Key developments in the ECI row: A timeline
Protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar intensified over the last week, with several detained, and complaints of sexual harassment against ACP Vivek Bhagat in Delhi. With the Supreme Court issuing a notice to the ECI and the Centre, here are the developments in the furore against the Election Commission.
Chemical leak at dyeing unit leaves 50 people with breathing difficulties in Salem
Two more taken into custody in Kochi gang-rape case
Saranya, aka Ammu, and Sanju were taken into custody from Wayanad
Telangana RTC slashes Pushpak Airport bus fares up to 40%; effective from October 7
SpaceX exec renews Starlink pitch as approvals lay pending
The Union government has held up satellite internet in India with a bevy of security requirements; Lauren Dreyer, a SpaceX executive, hoped that the service would be operational by next year.
Why are Indian and U.S. leaders cooling off on a trade deal? | Explained
Both the interim agreement on trade and the overall Bilateral Trade Agreement between India and the U.S. are heavily delayed, and now statements from both sides suggest that talks are stuck
9 coastal panchayats in Keralam equipped for UNSECO assessment as tsunami-ready
The recognition is accorded based on specific indicators, achieved through a series of well-planned activities aimed at building resilience against tsunamis
10% Water Cut In Mumbai, Yet Civic Body Wants To Spend Over Rs 8 Crore For Road-Washing
The proposal has put the BMC's water-use priorities under scrutiny, particularly over whether road-washing should be done while the city is dealing with a shortage of water
Yogi Adityanath Spots Nervous Speaker, His Next Move Draws Widespread Praise
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath won online praise after he applauded to encourage a young speaker when she lost confidence during her speech at the HCL Tech 10-year celebration in Lucknow.
Vance demands Iran cut enrichment to end war
Keralam to join hands with NTPC to set up 2,000-MW battery energy storage system at Kayamkulam
Keralam also seeks dedicated power plant at meeting between Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and NTPC officials in New Delhi
FIR comes a day after Delhi Police detained 260 people, including 10 MPs, during INDIA bloc protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation
Bhubaneswar-based CSM Technologies deploys royalty management system for Kenyan mineral sector
Since natural wealth has huge public value impacting future generations of a nation, it is important to build a transparent and technology-driven royalty administration system, says CSM MD Priyadarshi Pany
West Bengal poll office says eligible deleted voters can apply through Form 6 to restore name in rolls
Miller Museum of Anamorphic Art marks first anniversary in Bengaluru
As the Miller Museum of Anamorphic Art in Cooke Town celebrates its first anniversary, founder Cheryl Miller speaks about artist Shereen Millers legacy and bringing the museum to life
Google enters massive 3.6-GW power deal with Constellation Energy
Major tech companies are racing to secure massive amounts of electricity supplies to power data centres across the US
Jagan receives book on his political journey
The book, Sthithapragnudu, is authored by Kothapalli Srinivasa Varma
Maharashtra hub of 'urban Maoist' activities: Government on Special Public Security Act
The law specifies four offences for which an individual can be punished: having membership of an unlawful organisation; a non-member raising funds for such an organisation, assisting in its management or committing an unlawful activity.
Unlawful detention of Rahul Gandhi reflective of hubris of a failing govt.: Telangana CM
BJP afraid of Rahuls leadership, Revanth Reddy said
BJP Booth Agent Faces FIR For Seeking To Delete 30 Muslim Voters Using Form 7
A subsequent field verification by election officials on October 1 found that all 30 voters were residing at the addresses recorded in the electoral roll.
3 Of Family Killed In Hit-And-Run Accident In Telangana
According to preliminary reports, an unidentified vehicle struck the motorcycle from behind, causing the family to fall onto the road.
Google fights 1 billion UK lawsuit over app store fees in latest Big Tech case
Lawyers representing consumer advocate Liz Coll, who is leading the claim, say Google used its dominant position to charge commissions of up to 30% on purchases of apps through its Play Store
Christa Pike is conscious and speaking after Tennessee failed execution, her attorneys say
The statement was the first indication that Pike has improved since an ambulance carried her away from a Nashville prison
Rate hike after nearly three-and-a half years comes as inflation pressures rise due to the continuing West Asia conflict; policy stance revised to 'calibrated tightening'
Survey ordered to trace 45 acres missing from records near KCRs farmhouse
Notices would also be issued to obtain the land records of former Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao and his family members, whose land was located near Survey No. 325
How scientists learned to control brain cells with light
The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel for their pioneering discoveries in optogenetics and light-gated ion channels. Their research transformed neuroscience by enabling scientists to control and study specific nerve cells using light, revealing how brain circuits regulate memory, emotions, behaviour and bodily functions. The breakthrough has opened new avenues for understanding neurological and psychiatric disorders and is already influencing research into conditions such as Alzheimers disease, addiction and vision loss.
Kerala HC stays Vigilance probe against Chalakudy MLA Saneesh Kumar in bribery case
MLA petition stated that allegations were examined in a Vigilance inquiry earlier, and subsequent report found no merit in the charges
6 Structures Damaged, 1 Fireman Injured as Fire Broke out at Anantnag's Qazi Mohalla
Anantnag, October 7: In the intervening night of Tuesday and Wednesday, a fire broke out at Qazi Mohalla in Anantnag, affecting a total of six residential-cum-commercial structures, officials said. Officials told Rising Kashmir that the fire call was received at around 1:34 AM, following which the turnout was made at 1:35 AM. Fire & Emergency Services teams from Fire Headquarters Anantnag, Fire Station Mattan and Fire Station City Chowk were immediately dispatched to the spot. Water bowsers from Fire Headquarters Anantnag were also mobilised to augment the firefighting operation and ensure an adequate supply of water at the site. During the firefighting efforts, SGFM Khalid Bashir (No. 1796) sustained injuries. He was subsequently shifted to Government Medical College (GMC), Anantnag, for treatment. Officials said that six residential-cum-commercial structures were affected in the incident. The exact extent of damage is being assessed. The cause of the fire remains unknown and is being ascertained as part of an investigation by the concerned authorities. No loss of lives were reported in this incident.
Modis 75-ft tall cutout marks Seva Sankalp Abhiyan in Tirupati
The event also marks the launch of the beating of folk drums non-stop for 75 hours from October 7 to 10; organisers eye entry in the Guinness Book of Records
Tiruppur Kumaran: a sacrifice that defied the British Raj
A young man, who fell victim to the police brutality on January 10, 1932, went on to become a symbol of those who laid down their lives for the sake of political freedom of their fellow countrymen.
The status of the U.S. blockade on Cuba
U.S. blockade and decades-old embargo on Cuba have worsened the islands economic and humanitarian crisis, with fuel shortages disrupting electricity, food distribution, healthcare; as Havana seeks to ease the crisis, Trump administrations pressure and demand for regime change continue to constrain Cubas options
The protests and polls in Spain
Eviction of a senior citizen in Madrid snowballed into protests across the country, forcing Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to first put together emergency legislation to address the situation
Readers Write: deadly gaps at Guindy railway station
A police booth is required at Pudhupakkam junction
Motorists navigating the Pudhupakkam junction, where Vandalur Kelambakkam Road and Pudhupakkam Main Road meet, would face significant risks if they relied solely on the traffic signals
Library in memory of a generous social workerfrom Chromepet
The family members of the late S. Srimathy, a social worker and wife of social activist V. Santhanam, who passed away last month, are constructing a library in her memory
The move comes hours after Delhi Police detained around 260 INDIA bloc protesters, including 10 MPs, during a demonstration demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumars resignation
Why OpenAIs Australia AI hack must dismay world governments
Given that this incident predates the Hugging Face hack, the onus is on OpenAI to show whether their agents went rogue at any point in time during their training and evaluation phase, and as a result gained unauthorised entry into any sovereign governments database to complete a research request
Readers Write: attack on MTC conductor condemned, preventive measures sought
B. Annapoorani has strongly condemned the assault on a bus conductor and has demanded that the Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) ensure police personnel are deployed to protect its crew members and the public from aggressive commuters
Rain shortfall much worse than expected this year
Shillong, Oct 6: The states Climate Council had been told to expect a normal amount of rain this year but, in actual fact, the 2026 monsoon has delivered 50-60 per cent less rain than normal. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said that the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) had briefed the Climate Council, which Sangma heads, [] The post Rain shortfall much worse than expected this year first appeared on Highland Post .
CM attacks Saleng over FCRA foreign appeal
Shillong, Oct 6: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has found a handy stick with which to beat Tura MP Saleng Sangma with, namely as the latter has appealed to foreign countries to lean on Indias central government on the amendment to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act. Saleng, of the Congress Party, is against the FCRA [] The post CM attacks Saleng over FCRA foreign appeal first appeared on Highland Post .
Electricity generated in Ri-Bhoi but people of district suffer: BJP
Nongpoh, Oct 6: The Ri-Bhoi unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has raised concerns over frequent power disruptions in various parts of the district, stating that the situation has been causing inconvenience to residents and affecting daily activities, education and livelihoods. The party submitted a written representation to the Superintending Engineer of Meghalaya Power [] The post Electricity generated in Ri-Bhoi but people of district suffer: BJP first appeared on Highland Post .
Blood-tainted ice cubes and a famine in Madras
The Ice House remains a popular reminder of a place where the British sold ice. Behind that luxury, however, lay a darker history of labour, exploitation, and suffering
By Pynshai Kupar M. Dkhar Recently I came across a book by John Rawls Theory of Justice which mentioned one philosophical thought that has lived rent free in my mind for more than a week now and that he terms this thought as The Veil of Ignorance. What Would You Do? Imagine that you have [] The post Could A Truly Fair & Just Society Exist? first appeared on Highland Post .
District Sports Advisory Board Bandipora invites nominations for Sports Awards 2026
Bandipora, Oct 6: The District Sports Advisory Board Bandipora has opened nominations for the District Sports Awards 2026, inviting nominations to recognise outstanding achievements and contributions to the field of sports. The awards aim to honour sporting excellence, recognise emerging talent and acknowledge individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of sports in the district. The awards will be presented across four categories Best Sportsperson of the Year, Best Coach of the Year, Emerging Sportsperson of the Year and Lifetime Contribution to Sports Award. The Board has announced seven awards in each category. Nominations have been invited from sports associations, clubs, academies, institutions, coaches and individuals for deserving candidates who have demonstrated excellence or made notable contributions to sports. The District Sports Advisory Board has set October 21, 2026 as the last date for submission of nominations. For nominations and further details, interested persons can contact 60063 33150 or 77809 4418. The initiative is aimed at recognising sporting achievements within the district while encouraging athletes, coaches and other contributors to continue their efforts towards the development of sports in Bandipora.
Innovation Hat-Trick for IUST secures 4-star rating
Awantipora, Oct 6: The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) has once again demonstrated its strong institutional commitment to innovation, entrepreneurship and start-up development by securing a 4-Star Rating in the Institutions Innovation Council (IIC) Rankings 202425 of the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India. The result, announced recently, marks the third consecutive year that IUST has achieved the 4-Star Rating, reaffirming the Universitys sustained performance in fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship across its academic ecosystem. IUST had secured a 3.5-Star Rating in 202122, followed by 4-Star Ratings in 202223, 202324 and 202425. Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, IUST, appreciated the collective efforts of faculty members and all stakeholders who contributed to the Universitys performance during the year. He congratulated CIED Director and his team for their sustained efforts in strengthening the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. At IUST, innovation is increasingly becoming an integral part of the academic culture, connecting ideas with incubation and innovations to find solutions for real-world problems Prof. Romshoo said. Significantly, 4 Stars is the highest rating awarded in the current cycle, with more than 8,500 institutions participating from across the country. IUST is also among only three institutions in Jammu and Kashmir to receive the 4-Star Rating in the current cycle, placing the University among the leading institutions in the region in the field of innovation and entrepreneurship. The achievement assumes added significance as the IIC performance framework has evolved and its assessment parameters have been progressively strengthened over the years, making it increasingly challenging for institutions to sustain their rating. IUST has nevertheless maintained its 4-Star status through consistent engagement and performance across the prescribed parameters. During the IIC calendar year, institutions were required to undertake 58 mandated activities. Against this benchmark, IUST submitted more than 120 activities, including over 60 self-driven initiatives, reflecting the University's proactive approach towards creating opportunities for innovation, ideation, entrepreneurship and experiential learning. The University's performance was assessed across a range of indicators, including ideas, innovations and start-ups submitted on the YUKTI platform; participation in the Smart India Hackathon; the number and engagement of Innovation Ambassadors; intellectual property rights filed and granted; mentoring and innovation-related activities, among other parameters. The Institutions Innovation Council (IIC) framework was established by the Innovation Cell of the Ministry of Education to systematically promote a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship among higher education institutions. Under the framework, institutions are assessed annually on the basis of their innovation and entrepreneurship-related activities and outcomes.
CUK begins workshop on NAAC data, faculty profiles
Ganderbal, Oct 6: The Directorate of Internal Quality Assurance (DIQA), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), began a three-day sensitization and orientation workshop on NAAC Data Consolidation and Faculty Profile Updation on the SAMARTH portal for the department nodal officers at the Tulmulla Campus here on Tuesday. Speaking on the occasion, Registrar, Dr. Nisar Ahmad Mir said, The quality of accreditation and ranking depends on how accurately and coherently we present our institutional data. Our focus should be on authentic, consistent and evidence-based information that truly reflects the Universitys students, faculty, infrastructure, research and resources. He further asked the participating faculty members and other employees to share the proceedings of the workshop with other colleagues. What we learn through such programmes must be shared and translated into action across the University so that we are fully prepared for the requirements of NAAC accreditation and other institutional rankings Dr Nisar Ahmad Mir added. Addressing the participants, Director DIQA, Prof. Syed Zahoor Ahmad Geelani, emphasised collective ownership of quality assurance. We are all part of this university, he said, adding, we can never remain in silos. Prof. Zahoor Geelani warned that the emerging accreditation system would be data-driven, data-based, and AI-based, making accuracy, consistency and preparedness indispensable. He said, We want our data to be foolproof, and urged every member to share responsibility, capacity and effort. He further observed, If we will not change, then the system will change us, calling upon the university community to continuously update skills, courses, profiles and institutional practices. Prof. Syed Zahoor Ahmad Geelani, expressed gratitude to the Vice Chancellor, Prof. A Ravinder Nath for his support and encouragement towards the conduct of the workshop. He acknowledged that the Vice Chancellors guidance and commitment to strengthening quality assurance initiatives have provided valuable impetus to the Directorates efforts to enhance institutional preparedness. Head Department of Physical Education, Dr. Kaukab Azeem was also present. Director Admissions, Dr. Arif Nazir, underlined the importance of presenting institutional data accurately and consistently. Observing that NAAC is a representation of quantitative and qualitative parameters, he stressed, it is how we are representing those numbers that matters. He urged departments to take the representation data numbering, filling of the documents very seriously, asserting that accurate data affects the universitys image and demonstrates the seriousness of the work which we are doing. Earlier, welcoming the participants, Deputy Director DIQA, Dr. Faizan Ashraf Mir, described NAAC accreditation as not just a grading system but a journey of introspection, a journey of institutional learning and continuous quality enhancement. He emphasised that Quality is not the responsibility of IQAC alone and is instead the collective responsibility of every teacher, every faculty member, every department, every school, every administrative unit. Dr. Gulafroz Jan conducted the programme and Dr. Faizan Ashraf proposed the vote of thanks. Later during the technical sessions, DIQA members, Dr. Faizan Ashraf Mir, Dr. Moyeed ul Zaffar, Dr. Gulafroz Jan, Mr. Arshad Meraj and Mr.Imtiyaz Ahmad Najar gave detailed presentations about the filing of AQARs and the data required. In the second technical session, Er. Suhail Ahmad Ahanger, gave a presentation on NIRF Ranking system, and Sr Asst Librarian Dr. Tariq Ahmad Shah gave a presentation on Research Publications and Visibility.
Delhi Issues Traffic Advisory For BJP Event To Mark PM's 25 Years In Service
The Delhi Traffic Police said traffic will be regulated or diverted, depending on traffic conditions and operational requirements, on Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, JLN Marg, Mahatma Gandhi Marg (Ring Road), IP Marg and Vikas Marg during the period.
SMC turns to officers homes for waste management
Srinagar, October 6: In a significant step towards strengthening source-level waste management, the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) has made home composting mandatory for all its Gazetted Officers, wherever practicable. The order has been issued by Faz Lul Haseeb, Municipal Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation, directing all Gazetted Officers to ensure that biodegradable and wet waste generated at their residences is segregated and subjected to home composting through appropriate and scientifically suitable methods. The initiative is aimed at reducing the quantity of wet waste requiring transportation to municipal waste-processing facilities and promoting environmentally responsible waste-management practices among the Corporations own officers. Under the order, officers have been directed to submit geotagged photographs of the home-composting activity as evidence of compliance within 10 days. The concerned Zonal Officers and Sectional Heads will maintain records and submit a consolidated compliance report to the Corporation. The order also provides for verification of compliance before processing the salary of the concerned officer for the current month, subject to applicable service and financial rules. The initiative forms part of SMCs broader efforts to promote source segregation, decentralised processing of biodegradable waste, reduction in waste transportation and sustainable waste management across Srinagar. The move also seeks to encourage senior officers of the civic body to lead by example, demonstrating that responsible waste management must begin at the point where waste is generated. Commissioner, SMC said the initiative reflects its commitment to make source-level waste management an integral part of everyday civic practice and build a cleaner and sustainable Srinagar.
J&K FDA intensifies food safety checks, inspects 395 street vendors
Srinagar, Oct 6: The Food & Drugs Administration (FDA), J&K, has intensified its food safety enforcement across the Union Territory, inspecting 395 street food vendors and recommending statutory action in 68 cases for violations of prescribed food safety and hygiene norms. A spokesperson said the Food & Drugs Administration (FDA), J&K Conducted enforcement, inspection and awareness activities among street food vendors across all districts with the objective of strengthening compliance with food safety standards and ensuring the availability of safe, hygienic and wholesome food to consumers. The spokesperson said as part of the UT-wide drive, 395 street food vendors were inspected across all the districts. The inspections focused on personal hygiene of food handlers, cleanliness and sanitary conditions of vending premises, safe handling and storage of food, use of food-grade utensils and packaging materials, proper management of cooking oil. During the enforcement drive, 38 cases were compounded under Section 69 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, resulting in a cumulative fine of 50,500. In addition, 68 cases were recommended for appropriate statutory action before the concerned Adjudicating Authorities(Additional Deputy Commissioners) of the concerned districts, based on the nature and gravity of the violations detected, under the relevant provisions of the Act, including 39 cases under Section 56, which provides for a penalty of up to 1,00,000 for unhygienic or insanitary processing or manufacturing of food and 29 cases under Section 58, which provides for a penalty of up to 2,00,000 for contraventions for using non-food grade utensils/packaging materials. Approximately 130 kg of unsuitable food/snack articles were also destroyed in accordance with the prescribed procedure. Alongside enforcement, substantial emphasis on education, awareness and sensitization of street food vendors. A total of 92 awareness and sensitization sessions were conducted across the Union Territory. During these sessions, vendors were sensitized about personal hygiene, cleanliness of vending premises, safe food handling and storage practices, use of food-grade utensils and packaging materials, avoidance of non-food-grade materials and newspapers for wrapping food, prohibition of unauthorized synthetic food colours, prevention of cross-contamination and proper management and disposal of used cooking oil. Special emphasis was laid on Used Cooking Oil (UCO) management and testing through Digital Oil Testing Meters. During the drive, 75 samples of cooking oil were tested, and all 75 samples were found within the permissible range, with no instance of Total Polar Compounds (TPC) exceeding the prescribed limit of 25% reported during the drive. The initiative is aimed at promoting responsible cooking-oil management and discouraging the repeated use of degraded cooking oil by food vendors. The FDA, J&K reiterated that street food vendors constitute an important component of the food supply chain and provide a wide variety of local and traditional food items to consumers. The street Food Vendors were advised to proactively comply with the prescribed food safety and hygiene requirements and extend cooperation to enforcement officials during inspections and awareness activities. The department asked consumers to report any suspected unsafe or adulterated food product through Toll-Free Helpline No. 104 or email at cfsjandk.fnd@jk.gov.in
60th ISAE Convention : CJ Bhati calls for technological sovereignty, justice for farmers
Srinagar, Oct 6: Addressing a special session of the 60th Diamond Jubilee Convention of the Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers (ISAE) at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Shalimar, the Chief Justice of High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati, called for ensuring that technological advancement in agriculture is accompanied by protection of farmers digital, economic and legal rights. The three-day Diamond Jubilee Convention, hosted by SKUAST-K, brought together nearly 700 agricultural engineers, scientists, technocrats and students from India and abroad. The convention focused on themes including Women Leading Engineering Innovations in Smart Farming and AI and Robotics for Gen-Z Farming. Today, every soldierwhether it be a farmer, a scientist, a teacher, a lawyer, or a judgewill have to be equipped with that kind of technology, he said, drawing a parallel with the changing nature of modern warfare and the increasing use of drones and other advanced technologies. Earlier, the Chief Justice visited the exhibition stalls set up outside the auditorium and reviewed technologies related to drip irrigation, crop monitoring and drone-based agricultural applications. He stressed the need to make such technologies accessible and understandable to farmers so that they can effectively adopt them. Speaking during the session, Vice Chancellor, Prof. Nazir A Ganai SKUAST-K, highlighted the need to accelerate technological interventions in agriculture to unlock the sectors untapped potential. He said while the Green Revolution helped India overcome food shortages, the country now needs to focus on technology, skilled human resources and innovation to address emerging agricultural challenges. The Vice Chancellor also underlined concerns related to technological and data sovereignty in agriculture, particularly with the increasing use of drones, sensors and digital platforms. He stressed that farmers rights must extend beyond markets, land and water to the digital domain as well. The technical sessions featured addresses by N.S. Rathore, Former Vice Chancellor, MPUAT, Udaipur, and Former Deputy Director General (Education), ICAR, on AI-Driven Agricultural Technology, Smart Skills & Advanced Agricultural Techniques, and Prof. V.P. Singh, Distinguished Professor, Texas A&M University, USA, on Mathematical Modelling of the Water-Energy-Environment-Food Nexus. The session also highlighted the research and innovation ecosystem of SKUAST-K. Over the past five years, the University has generated 148 Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs), including 62 product patents and five global patents, besides supporting 115 student startups and more than 130 commercialised products.
The Nobel for IceCube and the search for neutrinos from outer space | Explained
The IceCube Neutrino Observatory at the South Pole has won Francis Halzen the Nobel Prize for physics by opening a window into parts of the universe that were until recently beyond our reach
Back to the future: lessons from the Asian Games for the Olympics
An Olympic medal will mean less to a player than winning a World Cup or World Test Championship. And if the games are in a country with little or no interest in cricket, it is unlikely to spread its message which is what the ICC hopes for
Eva Marie Saint, Oscar winner of Hollywood classics, dies at 102
Her representative Jeff Sanderson said Saint died of natural causes at home in Los Angeles, surrounded by family and loved ones
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CEC Gyanesh Kumars Chhattisgarh visit postponed
Mr Kumar who is facing criticism over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and the fellow ECI officials were scheduled to travel from Delhi to Chhattisgarh for the visit spanning October 7 and 8
India, Ghana discuss multilateral cooperation during EAM Jaishankars visit
Mr. Jaishankar said that he held wide-ranging discussions with his Ghanaian counterpart Ablakwa
French riot police fire tear gas as more than 2,50,000 rally nationwide for school funding
The protests increased pressure on the administration of outgoing President Emmanuel Macron.
Trump says he has call scheduled with Putin to discuss possible case of pneumonic plague in Russia
Mr. Trump said the U.S. is in very deep discussions on the topic
