Two arrested with 20 bags of banned Chinese kite string
Jalandhar police arrested two men and seized 20 bags of deadly Chinese kite string (manjha). The banned material poses a severe threat to humans and birds. Read the full story.
Jalandhar police arrested two men and seized 20 bags of deadly Chinese kite string (manjha). The banned material poses a severe threat to humans and birds. Read the full story.
Discover the 10 most annoying words banned for 2026 by Lake Superior State University. From '6-7' to 'reach out', see which overused terms need to go. Read the full list now!
Popular streamer LowTierGod faces his 8th Twitch ban on Jan 2, 2026, just hours after a previous unban. His channel with 296k followers remains offline. Read about the ongoing cycle and community reaction.
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The Trump administration's expanded travel ban affects nationals from 39 countries. Learn about the new list, rules for Green Card holders, and crucial advice from immigration attorneys.
Jaipur Municipal Corporation launches a major drive against tobacco sales near schools, confiscates products and issues warnings. Read about the new enforcement rules.
Trichy police arrested four shopkeepers under the COTPA Act for selling prohibited tobacco items. The accused were remanded to judicial custody. Read the full details.
Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board's crackdown nets 16 tonnes of single-use plastic from 9,248 shops. Fines of ₹12.5 lakh imposed. Enforcement continues statewide.
Drug inspectors in Fazilka sealed an unauthorised medical store in Bhamba Wattu village for selling prohibited, habit-forming medicines. A case under NDPS Act has been registered. Read the full details.
Thousands of tobacco farmers in Andhra Pradesh protest against the Centre's steep tax increase, warning it will destroy livelihoods and boost illegal smuggling. FAIFA demands a rollback.
The Trump administration's expanded US travel ban is now active, restricting entry for citizens from 39 countries. Get the full list of nations under full and partial bans and understand the new visa rules.
Thousands of tobacco farmers protest in Andhra Pradesh & Karnataka against a steep GST hike, warning it will crush livelihoods and boost illegal smuggling. FAIFA demands a rollback to revenue-neutral rates.
Union Budget 2026's additional excise duty on tobacco had a mixed impact on FMCG stocks. Discover why shares of companies like ITC, Godfrey Phillips, and VST Industries reacted differently.
PAU police in Ludhiana book two men for blackmailing a schoolboy and extorting over Rs 90,000 using a banned kite string ploy. The teen fell into depression before his family intervened. Read the full details.
India mandates CCTV installation in tobacco factories from Feb 1, 2026. Footage must be preserved for 24 months. New excise rules also clarify duty on tins and other forms. Details inside.
Prices of cigarettes, bidis, and other tobacco products will rise from February 1, 2026, after the government imposes a new excise duty. Find out the latest tax rates and impact on consumers.
The Indian government has levied an additional excise duty on tobacco products like cigarettes and bidis. The new duty, effective February 2, aims to boost revenue. Learn about the impact on prices and industry.
The Indian government has sharply increased excise duties on cigarettes and tobacco products from February 1, 2024. This move will lead to higher retail prices for consumers. Get all the details on the new rates and their impact.
NCB seizes 160 kg of banned khat worth Rs 8 crore in Bengaluru, busting an international drug network that used students and tea parcels. Largest Karnataka haul since 2018 ban. Read the full investigation details.
The Centre introduces a new health and national security cess on tobacco, replacing the GST compensation cess from February 1. This tax overhaul aims to keep levies high and align with WHO benchmarks. Read more.
Following the Chitradurga bus fire, transport authorities warn passengers against carrying bulk alcohol, perfumes, batteries, and other inflammable items. Stay informed for safer travel.
Pakistan kabaddi player Ubaidullah Rajput faces an indefinite ban for playing for an Indian team in Bahrain without a No-Objection Certificate. Read the full story and his defense.
The Pakistan Kabaddi Federation imposes an indefinite ban on Majid Ali for playing for an Indian club. Discover the full story behind this unprecedented disciplinary action.
A viral clip shows a man falling from a Tesla Cybertruck during a livestream. Streamer Clavicular's channel is banned, an influencer is named, but police remain silent. Get the full story.
Ludhiana police arrested three men in Moti Nagar with 960 rolls of deadly Chinese kite string. A case under BNS sections registered. Read about the police's zero-tolerance policy.
Kick streamer Braden 'Clavicular' banned after viral clip shows Tesla Cybertruck incident. He claims self-defense as online outrage grows. Details inside.
Despite decades of graphic warnings, oral cancer rates in India continue to rise. Explore the complex factors behind this public health puzzle and what needs to change.
Bangladesh's Awami League faces a major setback as it is barred from the February 2026 national elections. Explore the reasons, legal implications, and what this means for the country's political future.
Jalandhar police arrested a man and seized 1,000 banned Alprazolam pills near Basti Bawa Khel. The accused, identified as Manpreet Singh, was caught during a special checkpoint operation.
Ahmedabad rural police seized banned nylon kite strings worth crores and busted a major manufacturing network ahead of Uttarayan, preventing potential fatal accidents. Read the full crackdown details.