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Opposition MPs protest in Parliament complex on Ram temple donation theft issue, police action against students

Opposition MPs protested alleged theft of Ram temple donations and police actions. They held donation boxes and raised slogans against the government and Amit Shah. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and other leaders participated in the Parliament House complex protest. The INDIA bloc vowed to corner the government on these key issues.…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

LPG price cut today: Commercial cylinders cheaper by over Rs 200 in Delhi & Kolkata; domestic rates remain unchanged

LPG Price August 2026: From August 1, the prices of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders have been reduced by up to Rs 209, bringing relief to restaurants, hotels and other businesses that rely on the fuel. The latest revision marks the second consecutive monthly cut in commercial LPG prices and comes…

The Economic Times · Aug 1

No vada pav, samosa, chocolates near schools anymore: Maharashtra bans junk food within a 50-metre radius; check list of banned items & penalties

Maharashtra FDA has banned junk food sales within fifty meters of schools. This move aims to promote healthier eating habits among students statewide. Principals and school management will face action for any violations of this new rule. Inspections will begin soon across the state to ensure strict compliance. The department…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

PHC Mogla brings healthcare closer to Rajouri's remote villages

PHC Mogla now offers essential healthcare services locally. Residents previously traveled long distances for basic medical treatment. A portable X-ray machine aids emergency care for injured patients. Maternal healthcare has also seen significant local improvements. This facility has become a crucial lifeline for remote villagers.

The Economic Times · Jul 27

Mirabai Chanu wins women's 48kg weightlifter title, opens India's gold medal account in Commonwealth Games 2026

Mirabai Chanu secured the women's 48kg gold medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026. She also set new Commonwealth Games records in the snatch event. India's Chanambam Rishikanta Singh earned a silver medal in the men's competition. Rishikanta equaled the snatch record but narrowly missed gold. Malaysia's Mohamad Aniq Kasdan claimed…

The Economic Times · Jul 26

PM Modi highlights Manipur astrophysicist, Bihar waste-to-wealth, Gujarat hornbill return, UP women's herbal tea in Mann Ki Baat

Prime Minister Modi highlighted Indian achievements during his recent 'Mann Ki Baat' address. An astrophysicist's discovery of a young galaxy cluster was among the praised efforts. A Bihar initiative transforms plastic waste into durable benches for public spaces. The Indian Grey Hornbill has returned to Gujarat's Gir forests after six…

The Economic Times · Jul 26

NDMC carried out cleanliness drive after CJP calls off Jantar Mantar protest

Cleanliness work commenced at Jantar Mantar after the CJP protest concluded. The New Delhi Municipal Council conducted a midnight sanitation drive at the protest site. Protesters vacated the area following assurances from the government on their demands. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned, and Pralhad Joshi took charge. Delhi Metro…

The Economic Times · Jul 26

Iran's swift rescue of Indian, other crew after vessel attack highlights commitment to seafarers' safety: Amb Fathali

Iran's Ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali on Friday said that Tehran's swift response in rescuing all crew members, including 28 Indian nationals, after a Mozambican-flagged LPG tanker was attacked near Iranian territorial waters reflected the Islamic Republic's commitment to protecting the lives and safety of seafarers irrespective of their nationality.

The Economic Times · Jul 25

Trump's tariffs just went from 12.5% to 10%: Why did India get a breather and what it means?

The United States has reduced tariffs on most Indian exports to ten percent. This change follows India's recent actions against forced labour imports. Indian exporters now face a more competitive position against other nations. However, some sectors will still encounter separate, higher tariffs. The trade landscape remains uncertain with potential…

The Economic Times · Jul 25

'Teaching' AI isn't theft, yet

Delhi High Court refused to halt OpenAI's use of ANI content for ChatGPT training, ruling it qualifies as fair dealing for research under copyright law and finding no evidence the AI reproduced ANI's reports.

The Economic Times · Jul 24