Govt has further reduced wheat stock holding limits for wholesalers, small and big chain retailers to curb hoarding and control price rise. Traders are now allowed only 250 tonnes, down from 1,000 tonnes, and small retailers can hold 4 tonnes. With a production of 1,132 lakh tonnes expected, measures aim to ensure price stability until March 2025.
The Indian government received the Prince Michael Decade of Action Road Safety Award for significant achievements in vehicle safety, including the implementation of a new car safety assessment regime and mandatory ABS for new two-wheelers. The awards were conferred at the 4th Ministerial Conference on Road Safety in Marrakech.
Palmonas, founded in 2022 by Pallavi Mohadikar and Dr. Amol Patwari, aims to offer high-quality, affordable jewellery. Their appearance on Shark Tank India 4 highlights their vision, detailed business strategy, and securing Shraddha Kapoor as a Co-Founder. They secured investment from Namita Thapar, impressing the sharks with their innovative approach and strong presentation.
Mike Lange, a Hall of Fame broadcaster known for his imaginative goal calls, passed away at age 76. Lange, who served as the Pittsburgh Penguins play-by-play announcer from 1974 to 2021, was celebrated for his unique one-liners and game anticipation skills. He received the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award in 2001 for his excellence in hockey broadcasting.
Heart disease is a leading cause of death among Indian women, often overlooked due to misconceptions associating it more with men. Symptoms in women can include chest pain, fatigue, and lightheadedness, and emotional stress can trigger attacks. Awareness of risk factors, healthy lifestyles, and treatment options like Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy are essential.
In less than two months, the snow line around Mt Everest has risen by 490 feet, primarily due to sublimation influenced by strong winds, low humidity, and warm temperatures. Scientists warn that this elevation in the winter snow line could threaten water security and increase wildfire risks in the region.
A 24-year-old lawyer from Gurgaon was arrested for firing shots at a wedding procession in Noida, leading to the death of a two-year-old boy. The police continue to search for a second suspect involved in the reckless gunfire. The arrested suspect admitted to being drunk during the incident and claims to have fired multiple rounds.
The government has blocked 119 mobile apps, including those linked to Chinese developers, citing national security concerns under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act. Several apps from Singapore, the US, the UK, and Australia are also affected. Notably, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has not detailed the specific security issues.
