Punjab witnesses a massive railway transformation in 2025 with Rs 5,421 crore budget, new Vande Bharat, and revival of stalled projects worth Rs 25,000 crore. Read about the state's rail infrastructure leap.
Explore the social and economic impact of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic & Mounjaro in India. A ₹1,000 crore market is poised for massive growth. Share your thoughts.
India introduces a new BIS standard for agarbatti to ensure safety, quality, and sustainability. The move aims to protect consumers and boost exports for the ₹8,000 crore industry. Read more.
Senior urologist Dr Tarek Pacha explains how synthetic, tight leggings create a damp environment leading to vaginal & urinary infections. Learn smart habits to stay safe.
Teachers' organisations in Punjab reject govt's Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased colleagues, term it discriminatory. They demand Rs 2 crore each & govt jobs for kin. Read more.
Punjab Police's 'Anti-Drugs Campaign' leads to 115 arrests in massive statewide raids. Heroin, opium, and poppy husk seized. Read about the major crackdown.
Punjab Police touts record drug hauls in 2025, but targeted killings, grenade attacks, and High Court interventions expose deep law & order challenges. Read the full analysis.
Jaipur Crime Branch arrested three men and seized synthetic drugs valued at Rs 5.5 lakh in a major bust. The operation, part of 'Clean Sweep', targets narcotics networks. Read for details.
A 30-year-old man was arrested in Angamaly for possessing 3.2g of synthetic drugs. Police found MDMA cleverly concealed inside a face cream container. Read more about the joint anti-narcotics operation.
New research reveals GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide offer significant heart, liver, and kidney benefits, transforming treatment for obesity-related conditions. Discover the full scope of their impact.
A severe shortage of drug inspectors is hampering enforcement against spurious and adulterated medicines in India. Officials admit the staffing crisis is a major hurdle. Read more on the critical public health issue.
Punjab trains 146 teachers as nodal officers to combat drug abuse in colleges. Workshops under NAPDDR focus on mental health, stigma, and support. #DrugFreePunjab
Himachal Pradesh reports the highest number of substandard drug samples in India. 49 samples failed quality tests, raising serious concerns about public health and pharmaceutical regulation.
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia's plea for bail in a drugs case. The hearing is scheduled for July 15. Read the latest legal developments.
Karnataka Assembly passes the Drugs and Cosmetics (Amendment) Bill, 2024, enhancing penalties for spurious drug manufacturers and regulating online pharmacy sales. Learn the key changes.
Brightly coloured snacks attract kids, but artificial dyes may impact behaviour, focus & health. Learn why children are more vulnerable and what parents can do.
Shark Tank India's Anupam Mittal comments on Ozempic's India launch, its ₹8,800/month price, and the 2026 patent expiry that could 5x the market. Read his take on fitness shortcuts vs. discipline.
Delhi's Drugs Control department sealed a shop & collected 204 samples from 27 wholesale dealers in a major drive against illegal drug trade. Health Minister vows zero tolerance for spurious medicines.
US President Donald Trump signs an executive order classifying illicit fentanyl as a WMD, escalating the fight against the opioid crisis as a national security threat. Read the full analysis.
Punjab government announces holidays for all schools from December 24 to 31 due to severe cold weather conditions. Check details on the official order and safety guidelines.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held a business roadshow in Osaka, Japan, inviting investment in key sectors like agriculture, IT, and manufacturing. Discover his vision for transforming Punjab into an industrial hub.
Ludhiana police arrested nine individuals, including three women, in a major drug bust. Heroin, opium, and an illegal weapon were seized. Read the full details of the operation.
Jaunpur's new World Athletics-certified synthetic track, built at Rs 8.65 crore, promises year-round training for Purvanchal athletes, aiming for national and international glory. Read how this facility transforms local sports.
Kerala High Court states synthetic kumkum sales to Sabarimala devotees persist illegally. Notice issued to alleged distributor 'Ideal Enterprises'. Read the latest developments.
Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University organized a legal awareness camp to combat drug abuse. Experts discussed laws, rehabilitation, and community action. Read more.
Uttar Pradesh STF arrests two drug peddlers, seizes 523 grams of high-grade MDMA in Lucknow. The interstate syndicate sourced drugs from Delhi, Bihar. Read the full investigation details.
Japanese firm Toppan Speciality Films signs Rs 400 crore investment pact with Punjab, plans a skilling centre. CM Bhagwant Mann announces deal during Japan visit ahead of 2026 Investors' Summit.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann invites Japanese firms to invest in advanced manufacturing, mobility & renewable energy. He highlights the upcoming Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit for collaboration.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann leads a high-level delegation to Japan and South Korea for investor outreach ahead of the Progressive Punjab Summit. The mission aims to boost economic ties and engage with the diaspora.
Indore police crack down on Chinese manja sellers after a 16-year-old boy dies from a fatal throat injury. Two arrested with 200 rolls. Read the full story on the city's safety campaign.