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Government restricts cough syrup sales under revised drug rules The Government of India has implemented a new regulatory update that requires a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner for purchasing cough syrups and other syrup-based medicines. The change has been introduced through an amendment to the Drugs Rules, 1945, marking a significant shift in how over-the-counter medicines are reg

Allegations emerge in Nagpur property deal meeting case A case registered in Nagpur has drawn attention after a woman, married to an Indian Air Force officer, accused a former acquaintance of trapping her under the guise of a property transaction and subjecting her to sexual assault and intimidation. According to the complaint, the accused contacted her in early 2025 and invited her to a hotel on Wardha Road

Noida International Airport in Jewar started commercial flight operations on Monday, June 15, 2026. The first flight from Lucknow’s Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport landed at 8:05 am, officially opening passenger services at the new greenfield airport. The inaugural Lucknow-Noida flight was operated by IndiGo. The return flight, IndiGo 6E-2279, was scheduled to depart from Noida at 6:55 pm and reach Lucknow around 8 pm. Passe

Four passengers were killed in a tragic railway accident near Hetampur railway station in Madhya Pradesh’s Morena district on Sunday around 4:15 pm. The incident happened between Hetampur and Dholpur stations in the Jhansi Division after panic reportedly spread inside Train No. 19665 Khajuraho-Udaipur Intercity Express due to a rumour of fire. According to preliminary details from North Central Railway, the train had stopped after the Al

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Bratislava for an important visit to Slovakia, marking the first visit by an Indian prime minister to the country since its independence in 1993. The trip is part of his wider European tour and is expected to give fresh momentum to India’s relationship with Central Europe. During his stay in Bratislava, Modi is scheduled to meet Slovak President Peter Pellegrini and Prime Minister Robert Fico. The tal

Delhi remained on alert on June 12, 2026, after heavy rain and stormy conditions affected several parts of the national capital. The India Meteorological Department warned that Delhi could see thunderstorms, lightning, light to moderate rainfall and strong gusty winds through the day as unstable weather continued over northwest India. Officials said strong thunderstorms may bring wind speeds of 70 to 90 kmph in some areas, while gusts coul

A major fire at a residential building in southeast Delhi’s Tughlakabad area claimed three lives and left two people in critical condition early Friday, June 12, 2026, officials said. The fire was reported around 2.30 am from Gali No. 1, where flames broke out in the parking area on the ground floor of a multi-storey building. The building had a ground floor and five upper storeys. Officials said thick smoke quickly moved through the sta

OpenDoor Moves India Roles to US With AI-Driven Restructuring OpenDoor, the US-based real estate tech firm, is closing its India office and relocating around 250 roles to the United States. This shift comes as the company adopts AI-powered workflows and smaller AI-native teams closer to its primary customers. Executives highlighted that the decision is not due to employee performance and commended the India

India has exempted petrol blended with 22% to 30% ethanol from central excise duty, giving a major push to the country’s biofuel adoption strategy. The exemption covers higher ethanol fuel blends such as E22, E25 and E30. By reducing the tax burden on these blends, the government aims to make ethanol-rich petrol more attractive for fuel producers, distributors and future consumers while reducing reliance on imported crude oil.   Excise Relief For High-Ethano

Ontario Provincial Police Constable Tarun Bali died in the line of duty on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, while participating in a police investigation near Hearst, Ontario in northern Canada. Provincial authorities confirmed that Bali, 29, was seriously injured during the operation at approximately 12:30 p.m., at the rural intersection of Kendall Concession Road 7 and Concession Road 6, roughly three hours northwest of Timmins. He was later pronounced dead, marking a tragic line‑of‑duty de

Updated Wednesday, June 10, 2026 – As the countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 intensifies, fans are buzzing about the prospect of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo facing each other on football’s biggest stage once again. With the tournament set to kick off in just days, both players are confirmed to be part of their national squads, extending one of the greatest rivalries in sports into one final global showcase. It has been more than six years since Messi and Ronald

NEW DELHI: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has directed major Indian airlines and airport operators to submit Action Taken Reports (ATRs) by June 15, 2026. These reports must detail the corrective measures taken to address safety concerns identified during routine and surprise inspections. The move is part of the regulator's broader effort to strengthen aviation safety across India as air traffic continues

On June 4, recognized by the United Nations as the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, the Harmony Foundation joined global voices calling for urgent action to protect children in conflict zones. Dr. Abraham Mathai, founder-chairman of the foundation and former chairman of the Maharashtra State Minorities Commission, condemned the rising violence affecting children worldwide. Highlighting war-torn regions including Gaza, Israel, Sudan, Ukraine, and refugee camps, he

In the wake of the Malviya Nagar B&B fire in South Delhi that claimed 21 lives and injured numerous guests, the Delhi government has initiated a citywide inspection drive targeting bed-and-breakfasts, guest houses, and other high-risk properties. The move aims to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations, building codes, and occupancy limits, preventing similar tragedies in the future. A multi-agency joint committee including officials from the district administration, Muni

Muzaffarpur, Bihar — A devastating fire broke out in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Prasad Hospital, a private medical facility in Muzaffarpur, early on June 4, 2026, claiming the lives of multiple patients and injuring others. The fire started around 3:55 am on the fifth floor, triggering a major rescue operation amid thick smoke and chaos. Authorities have confirmed at least four fatalities, while dozens of patients were evacuated to nearby hospitals. District Magistrate Sub