Whistleblower in RG Kar financial irregularities case resigns, cites vendetta

IANS | October 14, 2025 9:59 AM

Kolkata, Oct 14 (IANS) Akhtar Ali, the former deputy superintendent of the state-run R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital in Kolkata, who is often referred to as the whistleblower in the case of financial irregularities at the reputed medical institute in the state, resigned from his services on Monday.

Inflation likely around 0.45 pc next month, time for decisive RBI actions: SBI

IANS | October 14, 2025 9:55 AM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) India’s inflationary print is likely to come around 0.45 per cent next month and that makes a strong case for decisive actions, according to a new State Bank of India (SBI) report, which stated that being the collective voice of myriad sections of markets and people at large, “we believe the RBI MPC too would listen to the tunes that are changing in these interesting times”.

WHO flags three contaminated cough syrups in India, including Coldrif

IANS | October 14, 2025 9:27 AM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) The World Health Organisation (WHO) has identified three adulterated syrups manufactured in India, including the infamous Coldrif cough syrup, and has urged authorities worldwide to report to the agency if any of these products are detected in their respective countries.

India turns spotlight on litany of Pak atrocities on children at UNGA

IANS | October 13, 2025 11:52 PM

New York, Oct 13 (IANS) In a powerful address at the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York, Nishikant Dubey, a prominent Indian Parliamentarian from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), launched a scathing critique of Pakistan’s human rights violations, particularly its failure to protect children in conflict zones.

Assam Rifles revered as ‘Friends of the Northeast’: Arunachal Guv

IANS | October 13, 2025 10:39 PM

Itanagar, Oct 13 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General K.T. Parnaik (Retd.) said on Monday that the Assam Rifles stood firm against every challenge, through harsh terrains, difficult climates, and unseen threats, upholding its motto, ‘Sentinels of the North-East’, with pride and honour.

Reviving roots: Women bring back the charm of handmade Diwali lamps

IANS | October 13, 2025 9:56 PM

Jaunpur (Uttar Pradesh), Oct 13 (IANS) With Diwali just around the corner, women from rural self-help groups (SHGs) in Jaunpur are playing a vital role in keeping the spirit of the festival alive. They are spreading its light across the country and even overseas. Under the centrally-sponsored National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), women — including those from the Muslim community — are crafting vibrant, eco-friendly lamps made of clay and wax, in both traditional and tricolour designs.