Nagaland Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton has officially launched a 90-day statewide campaign to promote local products, indigenous crafts, and homegrown entrepreneurship under the banner of “My Product, My Pride.” The initiative, unveiled on October 6, 2025, in Kohima, aims to empower artisans, farmers, and small businesses by creating market linkages, enhancing visibility, and fostering…
In a major escalation of his protectionist trade agenda, US President Donald Trump has announced a steep 25% tariff on all medium and heavy-duty trucks imported into the United States, effective November 1, 2025. The move, declared via a post on Truth Social, is aimed at shielding American truck manufacturers from what Trump described as…
India may witness another wave of transformative policy reforms ahead of Diwali 2025, according to NITI Aayog CEO BVR Subrahmanyam. Speaking at a high-level economic conclave in New Delhi on October 6, Subrahmanyam said the government is preparing to unveil a fresh set of “next-generation reforms” aimed at boosting productivity, attracting investments, and enhancing ease…
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), often referred to as Indian ginseng or winter cherry, has been a cornerstone of Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. In recent years, modern science has validated many of its traditional uses, making Ashwagandha tea and supplements increasingly popular among wellness seekers, athletes, and professionals battling stress and fatigue. Whether consumed as a warm…
Former Bihar Chief Minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) founder Jitan Ram Manjhi has made a bold pitch for seat-sharing ahead of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, publicly demanding 20 to 25 seats from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Speaking to reporters in Patna on October 6, 2025, Manjhi said his party has a “strong…
Managing hypertension doesn’t stop at medication—it’s a lifestyle commitment that includes diet, sleep, and stress control. According to leading nutritionists and wellness experts, what you drink before bedtime can play a subtle yet powerful role in regulating blood pressure. Certain natural beverages consumed at night may help relax blood vessels, reduce inflammation, and support better…
In a landmark electoral reform ahead of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar announced that Bihar has become the first state in India to implement a uniform cap of 1200 voters per polling booth. Speaking at a press briefing in Patna on October 6, 2025, Kumar said the move is…
In a major step towards strengthening India’s maritime security and anti-submarine warfare capabilities, the Indian Navy on Monday, October 6, 2025, formally inducted the indigenous vessel ‘Androth’ at a commissioning ceremony held at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam. The vessel is the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and…
In a dramatic escalation of rhetoric between India and Pakistan, Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has responded to Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi’s recent warning with a provocative statement invoking religious sentiment and military defiance. Asif declared, “Pakistan is built in the name of Allah. Our protectors are Allah’s soldiers. This time, India, God…
Veteran filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan’s candid reflection on the state-organised felicitation of actor Mohanlal, the latest recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, has sparked a wave of discussion across Kerala’s cultural circles. Speaking at the government-hosted event ‘Vaanolam Malayalam Laal Salaam’ in Thiruvananthapuram, Adoor remarked that his own Phalke honour two decades ago was not met…
