India, EU launch ‘Ideathon’ to tackle marine plastic litter

IANS | September 26, 2025 9:41 AM

New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) India and the European Union have launched an ‘Ideathon’ to combat marine plastic litter, inviting applications from startups, researchers, businesses and other stakeholders in India and the European Union to co-develop practical and innovative solutions to address the pressing global issue.

Trump announces tariffs of up to 100 pc on imports of pharma drugs; move may hit India

IANS | September 26, 2025 9:05 AM

Washington, Sep 26 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced tariffs of up to 100 per cent on imports of branded and patented pharmaceutical drugs, starting October 1, 2025. The move could hit the Indian pharmaceuticals sector hard as it is significantly dependent on trade with foreign countries, particularly the US.

Indian envoy inaugurates Ayurveda camp in Sri Lanka, hundreds of locals benefit

IANS | September 25, 2025 9:22 PM

Colombo, Sep 25 (IANS) Reaffirming India's commitment to support community well-being and shared cultural heritage with Sri Lanka, India's High Commissioner to the island nation, Santosh Jha, on Thursday inaugurated an Ayurveda camp at the Buddhist temple of Sri Vijayarama Purana Viharaya in the coastal town of Ambalangoda.

Delhi CM launches 11 CATS ambulances, organ donation portal

IANS | September 25, 2025 5:23 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Launching Delhi's own organ donation portal, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday dedicated 11 new Centralised Accident and Trauma Services (CATS) to the people, promising to induct another 53 such life-saving emergency vehicles in October.