Coal smuggling case: ED raids multiple locations in Bengal

IANS | November 21, 2025 9:52 AM

Kolkata, Nov 21 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) was on Friday conducting simultaneous raids and search operations in multiple locations in West Bengal, including the state capital Kolkata, in connection with a multi-crore coal smuggling scam.

India sees highest increase in foodgrain production in last 10 years

IANS | November 21, 2025 9:33 AM

New Delhi, Nov 21 (IANS) India is witnessing the highest increase in foodgrain production in the last 10 years and from 251.54 million tonnes in 2015-16, production has risen by 106 million tonnes to reach 357.73 million tonnes in 2024-25, according to latest government data.

Roach, Hodge return to West Indies squad for NZ Tests

IANS | November 21, 2025 9:31 AM

St John's (Antigua), Nov 21 (IANS) Kemar Roach has been brought back into the West Indies Test squad for their December tour of New Zealand. The veteran fast bowler features in a 15-man group for the three-match series, stepping in as Shamar Joseph and Alzarri Joseph remain sidelined with injuries.