SC issues notice on PIL against liquor sold in tetra packs, sachets

IANS | May 20, 2026 1:49 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Wednesday issued notice to the Centre and all states on a public interest litigation (PIL) raising concerns over the sale of alcohol in inconspicuous packaging such as tetra packs, PET bottles, plastic sachets and other portable containers.

R. Madhavan slams wellness brand for using his video without consent

IANS | May 20, 2026 1:47 PM

Mumbai, May 20 (IANS) Padma Shri awardee, actor R. Madhavan has reacted strongly to an alleged brand endorsement video made by taking out a clip from one of his interviews, and used in the brand’s official communication without taking his consent or making him aware.

'It's a real privilege to watch him bat': Langer heaps praise on Sooryavanshi

IANS | May 20, 2026 1:39 PM

Jaipur, May 20 (IANS) Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) head coach Justin Langer has heaped praise on Rajasthan Royals batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the 15-year-old's 93-run knock helped his side chase down a mammoth total of 221 runs in just 19.1 overs to boost their qualification chances.

South Korea needs to bolster strategic ties with India: Report

IANS | May 20, 2026 1:36 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) South Korean President Lee Jae Myung’s recent visit to India resulted in further deepening of economic relations between the two countries, but there is a need for Seoul to seize the opportunity to build a broader strategic partnership with India, which would help mitigate its acute vulnerabilities in maritime security, supply chains, and technological resilience, according to an article in The Korea Times.