India and the European Union have resumed high-stakes negotiations for a free trade agreement in Brussels. Key discussions focus on market access, tariffs, and intellectual property. Read the latest updates.
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirms ongoing India-US trade negotiations since Feb 2025, aiming for a balanced agreement. Both nations remain interested in a mutually beneficial deal.
A crackdown in Dhoolpet has pushed the illegal Chinese manja trade underground in Hyderabad. Prices surge as sellers use discreet delivery methods. Activists call for sustained enforcement.
Bombay HC Nagpur Bench rejects parent's plea against ₹50,000 fine for minors possessing banned nylon manja. Court stresses parental duty over public safety. Read the full story.
Ahmedabad police impose a 10-day ban on Chinese manja, dangerous kite flying, and loudspeakers for Uttarayan to ensure public safety. Know the full restrictions and permitted items.
Banned glass-coated kite string (manja) injures hundreds of birds annually in Bengaluru. Rescue cases surged to 790 in 2025. Learn about the impact and conservation efforts.
A young sarus crane, the world's tallest flying bird, succumbed to injuries from a sharp kite thread in Surat. Despite rescue efforts, blood loss proved fatal. Read about the incident and the ongoing danger of kite manja.
Banned glass-coated kite string (manja) injures hundreds of birds in Bengaluru yearly. Rescue cases soared to 790 in 2025. Learn about the crisis and conservation efforts.
Children flying kites from Nagpur's Shrikant Jichkar flyover near Futala Square endanger traffic with deadly manja strings. Authorities promise immediate action.
Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench expressed anger as most Vidarbha districts ignored its order to publish public notices on banned nylon manja. The court has now ordered immediate action. Read the full story.
An owl entangled in kite string (manja) was rescued in Pardi village, Valsad. Animal activists warn of the severe threat manja poses to birds, especially nocturnal species like owls, during the kite-flying season.
Despite a nationwide ban, deadly Chinese manja is being sold on e-commerce and social media sites ahead of Sankranti, causing severe injuries to birds, animals, and humans. Authorities vow action.
India's flurry of bilateral trade pacts with New Zealand, Oman & others is less about boosting exports & more a strategic hedge against global trade fragmentation under Trump. Analysis.
Nashik police have externed 519 criminals for 15 days to ensure free & fair civic elections and prevent the sale of banned nylon manja during Makar Sankranti. Read more.
Hyderabad's AWCS organised a run to highlight nylon manja dangers. The banned string kills birds & harms humans. Over 5,000 birds rescued since 2019. Pledge to fly kites responsibly.
Nashik police detained a 22-year-old for selling banned nylon manja, seizing 101 reels worth Rs1 lakh. Authorities warn sellers face externation for 10-15 days around Makar Sankranti. Read the full crackdown details.
China updates its foreign trade policies, enhancing legal powers for trade disputes. New measures aim to bolster Beijing's capabilities against potential lawsuits from private firms. Read the full analysis.
South Delhi Municipal Corporation demolishes an illegally constructed property in Amar Colony. Five individuals, including the property owner, have been booked for obstruction. Read the full report.
India is actively negotiating with the US to finalize a balanced trade agreement. Ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu highlights progress and shared goals. Read the latest updates.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court warns of strict fines up to Rs 2.5 lakh for nylon manja violations. Next hearing on Jan 5, 2026. Read the full details.
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar police seize banned nylon kite string worth Rs 3.45 lakh, arrest two. Total seizure valued at Rs 10.9 lakh. Read about the crackdown on illegal festive trade.
Amritsar citizens demand action as banned Chinese kite strings are still sold openly, posing a deadly threat to humans and birds. Read the full report.
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary to act as only 135 criminal cases were filed for 1,439 illegal mining incidents detected since 2020. Read the shocking details.
Ajni police in Nagpur intercepted an e-rickshaw and seized 120 pieces of banned nylon kite string (manja) in a midnight operation, arresting two individuals. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Brazil's President Lula announces a delay in the landmark EU-Mercosur free-trade pact to January 2024, citing European opposition. The 26-year negotiation faces hurdles from France and Italy.
Brazil's President Lula da Silva aims to sign the long-delayed EU-Mercosur free-trade pact in January. The deal, 26 years in making, faces hurdles from European farmers and member states.
Pune Police confiscated 24 reels of illegal nylon manja worth Rs 36,000 from a youth in Pimprigaon. Authorities are now searching for the supplier from Dapodi based on the suspect's information.
Nashik crime branch detained a 19-year-old and seized 66 reels of banned nylon manja worth over Rs 70,000. Read about the police crackdown on the dangerous kite string.
France's last-minute opposition and massive farmer protests threaten to derail the EU's 25-year Mercosur trade pact. Doubts grow over a 2024 signing. Read the full analysis.
Nagpur police raided a spot in Sakkardara, arresting Toufique Khan for possessing banned nylon manja. The drive aims to protect birds and prevent accidents during kite festivals. Read more.