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Toxic Smog Returns: Delhi’s Air Turns Hazardous in Pockets as Authorities Enforce Pollution Curbs

Toxic Smog Returns: Delhi’s Air Turns Hazardous in Pockets as Authorities Enforce Pollution Curbs

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Delhi woke up to another grim morning on Monday as pollution levels continued to climb, pushing air quality into dangerous territory in several parts of the capital. The situation prompted officials to roll out stricter anti-pollution protocols under Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). Data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) placed the city’s average Air Quality Index (AQI) at 333 by morning — well within the ‘very poor’ category. However, localized monitoring stations revealed a much darker picture in some neighborhoods, where pollution spiked into the ‘severe’ bracket. At Anand Vihar,…
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Fatal Crash as Cargo Jet Overshoots Runway at Hong Kong Airport

Fatal Crash as Cargo Jet Overshoots Runway at Hong Kong Airport

Hong Kong (Rajeev Sharma): A cargo plane operated by a Turkish airline skidded off a runway at Hong Kong International Airport in the early hours of Monday, ending in tragedy as the aircraft slid into the surrounding waters and claimed two lives. The Boeing 747 freighter, arriving from Dubai and operated by ACT Airlines under a lease to Emirates, attempted to land at approximately 3:50 a.m. when the incident occurred. The jet failed to stop on the north runway and crashed into the sea beyond the airfield. Authorities confirmed that four members of the flight crew were rescued and taken…
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Trump Warns India of Heavy Tariffs Over Continued Russian Oil Imports

Trump Warns India of Heavy Tariffs Over Continued Russian Oil Imports

WASHINGTON, D.C (Rajeev Sharma): The US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to India, saying trade penalties on Indian exports will remain unless the country halts its import of Russian crude oil. During an informal press briefing aboard his aircraft, Trump claimed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had given personal assurances that India would disengage from purchasing Russian energy. “Prime Minister Modi told me directly — they’re done with Russian oil,” Trump said. “But if that turns out not to be the case, India can expect to keep paying enormous tariffs. That’s their choice.” Trump did not provide…
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Parineeti Chopra, Raghav Chadha become parents, welcome baby boy

Parineeti Chopra, Raghav Chadha become parents, welcome baby boy

National Times Bureau :- Bollywood actor Parineet Chopra and politician Raghav Chadha have become parents as they welcome their first child, a baby boy. The couple shared a heartfelt post on social media, saying 'Arms are full, hearts are fuller'.  The couple's Instagram post read, "He’s finally here!...our Baby Boy...And we literally can’t remember life before! Arms full, our hearts are fuller. First we had each other, now we have everything..With gratitude, Parineeti and Raghav...(sic)." Soon after the announcement, several figures from across the fraternity thronged the comment section with congratulatory messages. or Kriti Sanon congratulated the parents by posting…
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Celebrate Diwali with European Soft Wheat Flour – A Festival of Taste & Quality

Celebrate Diwali with European Soft Wheat Flour – A Festival of Taste & Quality

As homes across India fill with the sweet aroma of homemade treats and the warm glow of diyas, Pure Flour from Europe is joining families in celebrating what makes Diwali truly special – the joy of cooking together. This year, as Diwali lights up Indian households, we’re inviting home bakers, passionate chefs, and food lovers to discover how premium European soft wheat flour can bring new magic to their cherished family recipes while opening doors to exciting fusion possibilities.   Celebrate Diwali with European Soft Wheat Flour – A Festival of Taste & Quality   When Tradition Meets Innovation in…
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Otter Controls India Unveils USD 4.5 Million Manufacturing Facility in Pune, Creating 1,000 New Jobs and Boosting Production Capacity by 75 percent

Otter Controls India Unveils USD 4.5 Million Manufacturing Facility in Pune, Creating 1,000 New Jobs and Boosting Production Capacity by 75 percent

Otter Controls India, a joint venture with the UK-based Otter Controls Limited, today inaugurated its state-of-the-art 4th manufacturing facility in the Chakan-Pune region. The new Manufacturing Facility represents a significant commitment to Indian manufacturing, backed by a total investment of $4.5 million, and was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Mr. Avnish Malhotra, India Lead - Future Mobility Department for Business & Trade, Head of British Trade Office-Pune.   Ulhas Joshi (MD, Otter controls India), Avnish Malhotra (Head – DBT, UKTI), Gaurav Jain (COO), Alex Nijhoff, MD, Otter Group.,Dr. David Smith, Chairman, Otter Group, UK   The new facility is set…
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BPCL Unveils 'Zero Ka Dum' Certification Drive, Setting New Benchmarks in Operational Excellence

BPCL Unveils 'Zero Ka Dum' Certification Drive, Setting New Benchmarks in Operational Excellence

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a Fortune Global 500 company and one of India’s leading integrated energy enterprises, has achieved a significant milestone in its LPG business with the nationwide expansion of the ‘Zero Ka Dum’ (ZKD) initiative, a pioneering third-party certification programme for LPG bottling plants across India.   Sanjay Khanna, C&MD and Director (Refineries), BPCL   This initiative underscores BPCL’s unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence in one of country’s most vital energy sectors.   Team BPCL   The milestone was commemorated at a special event held on October 16, 2025, at the BPCL Loni LPG…
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Art That Took a Billion Years to Create

Art That Took a Billion Years to Create

This week, De Beers Group curated an exclusive experience in London for a select group of guests, crafted to deepen their appreciation for natural diamonds as works of art - formed by nature, treasured for their rarity, authenticity and timeless connection to the Earth. Conceived as a journey of origin and artistry, the initiative reflected De Beers’ commitment to enlighten and inspire audiences to see natural diamonds not merely as symbols of beauty, but as masterpieces of nature shaped over billions of years beneath the Earth’s surface.   (R-L) Sara Tendulkar, Shweta Harit - Global SVP, De Beers Group, Ananya Panday,…
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S.L. Raheja Hospital Mumbai Launches 'Humraahi' – A First-of-its-kind Neuro Support Group for Patients and Caregivers

S.L. Raheja Hospital Mumbai Launches 'Humraahi' – A First-of-its-kind Neuro Support Group for Patients and Caregivers

S.L. Raheja Hospital, Mumbai proudly launched ‘Humraahi’ – a pioneering Neuro Support Group aimed at providing holistic care and support for individuals living with neurological disorders and their caregivers. The initiative addresses the critical gap in neurological and psychiatric care while helping break the stigma around conditions like Alzheimer’s, Epilepsy, Dementia, Parkinson’s Disease, and Stroke.   Dr. Kaustubh Mahajan (Head Neurology), Actor Arbaaz Khan, Dr. Kunal Punamiya (CEO), Dr. Ravishankar (Medical Advisor) at Fortis S.L. Raheja Hospital at the launch of Humraahi   The event hosted at S.L. Raheja Hospital, Mumbai, brought together patients, caregivers, medical experts, and the community for…
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Delhi Starts the Day with Elevated Temperatures and Declining Air Quality

Delhi Starts the Day with Elevated Temperatures and Declining Air Quality

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Residents of the capital woke up to a warmer-than-usual morning on Sunday as the city recorded a minimum temperature of 20.6°C, which is 2.2 degrees Celsius above the seasonal average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Humidity levels stood at 71% around 8:30 a.m., and the day is expected to remain clear, with the mercury likely to climb to a maximum of around 33°C later in the afternoon. While the skies may remain cloud-free, Delhi’s air quality offered little to be optimistic about. Data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) placed the city's overall…
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