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Pakistan’s malnutrition crisis threatens economic growth and human capital: Report

IANS | August 17, 2026 4:43 PM

New Delhi, Aug 17 (IANS) Pakistan’s economic policy debate has long centred on inflation, public debt, taxation, exports and the energy crisis. But beneath these recurring challenges lies a deeper problem that could have lasting consequences for the country’s economic future -- widespread childhood malnutrition and the damage it causes to human capital, a report has said.

India emerging as leading responder to natural disasters worldwide: Report

IANS | August 16, 2026 7:29 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) Months after India sent one of its longest humanitarian aid flights to earthquake-hit Venezuela, it is now reportedly emerging as one of the leading global responders to incidents of natural disasters across the world, according to a media report.

Bangladesh measles outbreak claims eight more lives, death toll crosses 900

IANS | August 15, 2026 8:06 PM

Dhaka, Aug 15 (IANS) At least eight children have died from the measles outbreak in Bangladesh on Saturday, raising the total number of confirmed and suspected deaths to 902 this year, amid an escalating health crisis in the country, local media reported.

PM Modi's global vision for agriculture, pharma and yoga welcomed in Chhattisgarh

IANS | August 15, 2026 7:33 PM

Kawardha (Chhattisgarh), Aug 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Independence Day speech has drawn positive reactions in Chhattisgarh, particularly his emphasis on taking Indian agricultural products to global markets and strengthening sectors such as pharmaceuticals, banking, legal services, Yoga and Ayurveda.

Indian companies should strive to be among world’s top 5 pharma giants: PM Modi

IANS | August 15, 2026 11:04 AM

New Delhi, Aug 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday set ambitious global targets for Indian businesses, calling for stronger representation of pharmaceutical firms on the world map.

Maharashtra FDA suspends 14 food licences after statewide quick-commerce safety drive (Lead)

IANS | August 14, 2026 9:41 PM

Mumbai, Aug 14 (IANS) The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended 14 food business licences after conducting a statewide inspection drive targeting food establishments operating through quick-commerce and online food delivery platforms, including Blinkit, Zepto, and Instamart.

FSSAI trains food businesses on labelling, advertising rules amid scrutiny over food warnings

IANS | August 14, 2026 10:16 AM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Friday said that it conducted a training session for food business operators (FBOs) on regulations governing food labelling, display, advertising and claims, amid heightened focus on consumer awareness and public health safeguards for packaged food products.

Malnutrition on rise in Afghanistan, Pakistan returnees increasing pressure: NGO

IANS | August 13, 2026 8:00 PM

Kabul, Aug 13 (IANS) Afghan children are battling malnutrition as nearly one in 10 children under the age of five is suffering from acute malnutrition with the situation getting worse as large number of refugees return from Pakistan, local media reported.

SC pulls up Centre, FSSAI over delay in front-of-pack warning labels on packaged foods

IANS | August 13, 2026 3:28 PM

New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Thursday criticised the Central government and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) for failing to implement front-of-pack warning labels on packaged food products containing high levels of sugar, salt, and saturated fat.

FSSAI suspends licences of AB Enterprise, Zaiqaa Organixs, Narayani Foods over misleading claims, hygiene lapses

IANS | August 13, 2026 2:47 PM

New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Thursday said that it suspended the licences of three food business operators, citing misleading claims, unhygienic manufacturing conditions and serious food safety violations that could pose risks to public health.

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Pakistan’s malnutrition crisis threatens economic growth and human capital: Report

India emerging as leading responder to natural disasters worldwide: Report

Bangladesh measles outbreak claims eight more lives, death toll crosses 900

PM Modi's global vision for agriculture, pharma and yoga welcomed in Chhattisgarh

Indian companies should strive to be among world’s top 5 pharma giants: PM Modi

Maharashtra FDA suspends 14 food licences after statewide quick-commerce safety drive (Lead)

FSSAI trains food businesses on labelling, advertising rules amid scrutiny over food warnings

Malnutrition on rise in Afghanistan, Pakistan returnees increasing pressure: NGO

SC pulls up Centre, FSSAI over delay in front-of-pack warning labels on packaged foods

FSSAI suspends licences of AB Enterprise, Zaiqaa Organixs, Narayani Foods over misleading claims, hygiene lapses

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