Stock market tumbles after US moves to levy steep 50 pc tariffs

IANS | August 26, 2025 9:45 AM

Mumbai, Aug 26 (IANS) The Indian benchmark indices began the trading in red on Tuesday, after a draft notice published by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revealed that US President Donald Trump plans to go ahead with 50 per cent tariffs on Indian goods from Wednesday.

India launches first-ever national guidelines for animal blood transfusion, blood banks

IANS | August 25, 2025 9:51 PM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) In a major step forward for veterinary healthcare, the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying on Monday released India’s first comprehensive national guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for blood transfusion and blood banks for animals.

India recycles 98 pc of fly ash generated in FY25: Govt

IANS | August 25, 2025 8:48 PM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) India generated a massive 340.11 million tonnes of fly ash in the fiscal year 2024–25 (FY25) and successfully utilised over 332 million tonnes (around 98 per cent) -- reflecting significant progress in sustainable waste management, Ministry of Railways said on Monday.