Rajasthan’s Sawai Madhopur district is buzzing with excitement ahead of a landmark agricultural milestone: India’s first-ever Guava Festival. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will cut the ribbon, marking the start of what promises to be a vibrant celebration of this superfruit. Guavas from Sawai Madhopur are no ordinary produce. Grown in the fertile soils near Ranthambore, they boast exceptional taste and nutrition. The festival will display dozens of cultivars, attracting buyers, exporters, and curious foodies from across the country. Attendees can indulge in guava feasts – think salads, desserts, and innovative cocktails. Processing units will demonstrate value addition, from drying…
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A trade war looms large over the Arctic as Donald Trump threatens sweeping tariffs on European imports tied to the Greenland row. The European Union’s trade heavyweight, Bernd Lange, is pushing hard for the activation of the Anti-Coercion Instrument to slap back at the US provocation. Announcing the duties via social media on Saturday, Trump aims 10% levies at products from eight nations: Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, Britain, the Netherlands, and Finland. Effective February 1, the tariffs stem from what he calls unresolved Greenland issues. Lange, steering the European Parliament’s trade committee, fired off a LinkedIn missive demanding immediate…
In a fiery address during a religious event, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei boasted that Iran has once again outmaneuvered the United States and Israel. He claimed Tehran dismantled a scheme by Washington and Tel Aviv aimed at sparking unrest to seize control. Pointing fingers at the U.S., Khamenei held President Trump responsible for the bloodshed and mayhem in recent riots, calling him an outright criminal. Trump, he said, publicly endorsed the agitators and dangled promises of arms support. Iran seeks no conflict, Khamenei clarified, yet it will ruthlessly punish disruptors at home and abroad. The remarks coincide with the…
A wave of departures by global heavyweights is shaking Pakistan’s investment scene, with Finance Minister Aurangzeb blaming exorbitant taxes and crippling energy expenses. In a candid address, he revealed how these factors have driven away key players, threatening jobs and growth in an already fragile economy. Take Procter & Gamble and Colgate-Palmolive, for instance—both have shuttered factories citing unsustainable operational costs. Energy prices, now among the world’s highest at over 20 cents per kWh for industries, combined with chronic blackouts, have rendered Pakistan uncompetitive. The minister noted that corporate tax rates hovering at 39%—higher than India’s 25.17%—further deter newcomers. This…
Picture this: a spice so potent that a mere whisper of it in your cooking banishes belly bloat and kickstarts fat burn. Enter asafoetida, or hing, the unsung hero of spice racks worldwide. Revered in ancient healing systems, this golden gum resin is making waves for its dual role as a flavor enhancer and health powerhouse. Originating from the rugged mountains of Central Asia, hing’s extraction is labor-intensive. Tappers slice the plant’s thick roots, collecting milky sap that hardens into blocks. Ground into powder, it boasts compounds like asaresinotannol that deliver therapeutic magic. Digestion is hing’s domain. It tackles everything…
India’s blue revolution is gaining momentum, with Union Minister of Science and Technology Jitendra Singh announcing that marine science and biotechnology will form the bedrock of economic expansion, environmental stewardship, and job creation. In a detailed policy exposition, Singh revealed how the government is channeling resources into ocean-based innovation. The country’s expansive maritime domain offers immense wealth in fisheries, offshore wind energy, and biodiverse ecosystems ripe for biotech harvesting. Key announcements included the launch of the Blue Economy 2.0 framework, which allocates billions for R&D in marine genomics, desalination technologies, and eco-friendly shipping. ‘This isn’t peripheral development; it’s central to…
Excitement is building in the Indian women’s cricket fraternity following the BCCI’s announcement of the squad for the white-ball tour of Australia. Shreyanka Patil marks a sensational return to the national side, bolstering an already formidable attack. The 21-year-old spinner, who dazzled in domestic circuits and the WPL, was sidelined by injury but has fought her way back impressively. Her googly and leg-breaks could prove decisive on Australia’s spin-friendly tracks. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur will lead a 15-member contingent that blends firepower and finesse. The batting lineup remains unchanged with proven performers like Mandhana, Verma, and Rodrigues holding fort. Wicketkeeper Richa…
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh received high praise from rising BJP star Sudhanshu Pandey following their recent meeting. Pandey described Singh’s thought process as possessing ‘remarkable foresight,’ highlighting the Defence Minister’s strategic brilliance. The closed-door discussion covered a wide range of national security and development issues. Emerging from the meeting, Pandey told journalists, ‘Rajnath ji’s vision for India’s future is truly extraordinary. His ability to see beyond the immediate challenges sets him apart as a leader.’ This public appreciation comes against the backdrop of intensifying political activities across states. Both leaders discussed grassroots-level strategies and the party’s vision for India’s development…
West Bengal’s political landscape heated up Thursday as Suvendu Adhikari, the fiery BJP leader and Leader of the Opposition, fired off a letter to Governor C.V. Ananda Bose demanding urgent action against the horrific violence in Beldanga. What started as a minor scuffle snowballed into a night of terror, with communal overtones shaking the Murshidabad town to its core. Reports indicate the unrest ignited around a religious procession clash near a temple and mosque vicinity. Within minutes, mobs took to the streets, hurling bricks and petrol bombs. Business hubs turned into infernos as attackers targeted shops belonging to specific communities.…
A bitter power struggle within Nepal’s Nepali Congress has escalated dramatically, with Sher Bahadur Deuba’s faction vowing to contest the Election Commission’s leadership endorsement in the Supreme Court. The move comes hot on the heels of the Commission’s Friday announcement recognizing Gagan Thapa’s newly elected central committee. Both rival groups had approached the Commission claiming to represent the true voice of the party. Thapa’s special general convention (SGC), conducted without Deuba’s consent, produced a committee that the Commission has now validated. Deuba’s supporters see this as an unconstitutional overreach. In a strongly worded press release, Deuba’s group lambasted the decision…