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CII Summit Sounds Clarion Call for Dedicated Petfood Regulations, Standards, and Evidence-Based Nutrition

CII Summit Sounds Clarion Call for Dedicated Petfood Regulations, Standards, and Evidence-Based Nutrition

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) convened the inaugural National Animal Wellbeing Summit 2025 at the India Habitat Centre, bringing together policymakers, veterinarians, startups, and industry leaders working in the space of animal health. The Summit underscored the urgency of clear, science-based regulations for the pet food sector, wider adoption of standards, and coordinated action across government, industry, veterinary professionals, and pet parents.   Speakers from the session - “From Awareness to Innovation: Driving Companion Animal Health” The session titled “From Awareness to Innovation: Driving Companion Animal Health” focused on India’s rapidly expanding companion-animal ecosystem and the need to move…
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Encrypted Chats, Overseas Operatives and 2,500 kg of Explosives: Fresh Details Emerge in Delhi Blast Case

Encrypted Chats, Overseas Operatives and 2,500 kg of Explosives: Fresh Details Emerge in Delhi Blast Case

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): New findings from the investigation into the Red Fort blast have exposed an elaborate web of foreign handlers and encrypted digital communications that investigators say guided the terror module from abroad. The revelations point to extensive online radicalisation and a supply chain for explosives that stretched far beyond Delhi–NCR. Officials probing the case said one of the arrested suspects, Dr. Muzammil Ahmad Ganai, had been in regular contact with at least three handlers using aliases such as “Hanzullah,” “Nisar,” and “Ukasa.” Through secure messaging apps, these individuals allegedly transmitted detailed instructions on assembling improvised explosive devices.…
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Rohtak Honour Killing: Police Capture Four Suspects After Late-Night Gunfight

Rohtak Honour Killing: Police Capture Four Suspects After Late-Night Gunfight

Rohtak: (Balwinder Singh): Four men accused of murdering 23-year-old Sapna in what investigators describe as an honour-related crime were arrested late Thursday after a dramatic police chase and exchange of fire on the Ladhot–Bohar stretch. Among those detained is the victim’s brother, Sanju, who police say led the group involved in the attack. The other arrested suspects have been identified as Rahul from Kahni village, and Ankit alias Baba and Gaurav from Rukhi village in Sonepat district. All four suffered gunshot wounds to their legs during the encounter and were admitted to PGIMS Rohtak for treatment under police supervision. Officers…
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COP30 Disrupted After Blaze at Main Venue; 21 Treated for Smoke Exposure in Belem

COP30 Disrupted After Blaze at Main Venue; 21 Treated for Smoke Exposure in Belem

Belem, Brazil: (Rajeev Sharma): Climate negotiations at the COP30 summit were thrown into turmoil on Thursday after a fire broke out in the conference’s main operational hub, prompting a mass evacuation and leaving 21 participants needing medical attention. The incident unfolded inside the heavily fortified Blue Zone, the section that hosts formal negotiations, press facilities, government delegations and the primary plenary hall. Witnesses described seeing flames race up decorative coverings along the structure’s sides before thick smoke filled the air. Security staff and firefighters reacted within moments, deploying extinguishers and guiding delegates toward emergency exits. According to Brazilian officials, the…
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PM Narendra Modi Leaves for Johannesburg, Says India Will Champion Collective Global Vision at G20

PM Narendra Modi Leaves for Johannesburg, Says India Will Champion Collective Global Vision at G20

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi set off for South Africa on Friday to participate in the G20 Leaders’ Summit, reaffirming that India will articulate its global outlook through the guiding principles of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam and “One Earth, One Family, One Future.” South Africa is hosting the landmark 20th edition of the summit, the first to take place on the African continent. Before boarding his flight, the Prime Minister wrote on X that the gathering holds “unique significance,” noting that he will engage with heads of state on a wide spectrum of international priorities and challenges. Invited by…
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Those Who Follow Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Teachings Become Free from the Cycle of Reincarnation

Those Who Follow Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Teachings Become Free from the Cycle of Reincarnation

Toronto (Amarjit Singh Khajuria): Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born in 1469 in Talwandi, which is today known as Nankana Sahib. His father, Mehta Kalu Ji, was a farmer and accountant. Guru Sahib received his early education there and mastered several languages, including Sanskrit, Persian, and Hindi. Later, he moved to Sultanpur Lodhi, where his sister Bebe Nanaki Ji lived. There he worked as a storekeeper (munshi). During this time, he was married and blessed with two sons. It was in Sultanpur Lodhi that he experienced a divine revelation, after which he declared:“There is no Hindu, and there is no…
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Free dialysis facility now available in 40 government hospitals in Punjab, saving lakhs of rupees for thousands of patients

Free dialysis facility now available in 40 government hospitals in Punjab, saving lakhs of rupees for thousands of patients

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Under the dynamic leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab government has taken an unprecedented and historic step towards making the state's healthcare system world-class. By placing health as its top priority, the government has proven that public service is its sole goal. In this regard, a comprehensive and robust network of free dialysis facilities has been established for patients suffering from kidney disease. This initiative not only elevates Punjab's healthcare infrastructure to new heights but also testifies to the government's commitment to providing quality healthcare to every citizen, regardless of their background. This scheme…
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Sonam Kapoor announces second pregnancy in Princess Diana–inspired look; Bollywood showers love

Sonam Kapoor announces second pregnancy in Princess Diana–inspired look; Bollywood showers love

National Times Bureau :- Sonam Kapoor is all set to embrace motherhood once again. On Thursday, the actress delighted fans by announcing her second pregnancy, sharing stunning photos in a pastel pink outfit inspired by Princess Diana. The news instantly took over social media, with fans and celebrity friends filling the comments section with congratulatory messages. Sonam Kapoor’s elegant look featured an Escada by Margaretha Ley (1988) ensemble that closely mirrored one of the late Princess of Wales’ iconic suits. The outfit, crafted from pure wool, came with oversized padded shoulders and a gentle curved neckline. Adding to the vintage…
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Youtube suspends SGPC’s official channel for one week over policy violation; Live Gurbani shifted to alternate channel

Youtube suspends SGPC’s official channel for one week over policy violation; Live Gurbani shifted to alternate channel

National Times Bureau :- YouTube has suspended the official channel of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), SGPC, Sri Amritsar, for one week citing a violation of its content policies. The suspension was enforced on the evening of November 19, during the live broadcast of Rehras Sahib from Sri Harmandir Sahib. According to YouTube, the action stems from objections raised over a video uploaded on October 31, 2025, in which a Sikh preacher discussed historical events related to Sikh warriors and references connected to the 1984 period. The platform flagged the video as a breach of its content guidelines. SGPC…
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Harmeet Singh Sandhu Takes Oath as Tarn Taran MLA, Vows to Boost Development

Harmeet Singh Sandhu Takes Oath as Tarn Taran MLA, Vows to Boost Development

Tarn Taran (Gurpreet Singh): Harmeet Singh Sandhu was sworn in as the MLA for Tarn Taran on Thursday, with Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan administering the oath of office. A veteran politician, Sandhu joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) earlier this year after resigning from the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD). He has previously served three terms as MLA — first as an independent from 2002–07, and later representing SAD from 2007–12 and 2012–17. The recent bypoll, necessitated by the demise of sitting MLA Kashmir Singh Sohal, saw Sandhu emerge victorious with a margin of over 12,000 votes against…
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