The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has declared packaged mineral water a high-risk food category, raising alarms over consumer health and safety. The decision comes after the government eased mandatory Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification for these products, igniting concerns about quality control. This classification extends to products vulnerable to poor Read More…
The Group of Ministers (GoM) has recommended increasing the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on aerated drinks, cigarettes, and tobacco products to 35% from the current highest slab of 28%. The proposal aims to generate additional revenue to offset losses incurred by the Centre and states due to GST rate cuts on essential commodities and Read More…
The Lok Sabha has passed the Banking Laws Amendment Bill, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasizing its role in strengthening the governance framework of banks and improving customer convenience. The bill includes provisions to modernize banking regulations and ensure greater efficiency in financial services. During the debate, the Finance Minister highlighted that the amendments aim Read More…
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams is making strides in space agriculture by growing “Outredgeous” romaine lettuce aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This innovative study is part of NASA’s ongoing efforts to explore sustainable food sources for long-duration space missions, with the potential to revolutionize agriculture both in space and on Earth. The research focuses on Read More…
ISRO has postponed the Proba-3 mission to December 5, 2024, following the detection of an anomaly in the launch preparations. This joint mission with the European Space Agency (ESA) involves two satellites conducting high-precision formation flying to study the Sun’s corona. The mission aims to enhance our understanding of solar phenomena and improve space weather Read More…
In a decisive move, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has formally announced Devendra Fadnavis as the new Chief Minister of Maharashtra. The decision, reached after 11 days of deliberation, follows the successful formation of the Mahayuti alliance in the state. Fadnavis, who previously held the position, is now poised to assume leadership once again, bringing Read More…
On the occasion of Navy Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his heartfelt appreciation for the courage and commitment shown by the Indian Navy in safeguarding the nation’s maritime borders and providing humanitarian aid during times of crisis. In his message, Modi highlighted India’s rich maritime history and traditions, emphasizing the Navy’s critical role in Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has celebrated the passage of key amendments to the Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Act, 1948, describing it as a transformative step toward modernizing India’s petroleum operations. The revisions introduce critical updates such as separating petroleum operations from mining activities, establishing a unique “petroleum lease,” and expanding the definition of mineral oils Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded India’s remarkable achievements in tiger conservation, attributing the rising tiger population to collective efforts and a deep-seated cultural ethos of living in harmony with nature. Speaking about the country’s dedication to preserving its rich biodiversity, he emphasized the importance of ongoing ecological stewardship. With 57 tiger reserves, India is home Read More…
On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated the government’s dedication to ensuring dignity, respect, and equal opportunities for Divyang (persons with disabilities) across the nation. He emphasized the transformative measures undertaken to create a more inclusive India. Key initiatives include the Accessible India Campaign (Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan), which aims Read More…