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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.

India building domestic capabilities from chip design to indigenous AI models

IANS | August 14, 2026 9:32 AM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) In the fast-evolving AI era, India is building domestic capabilities across the semiconductor value chain, from chip design and fabrication to advanced packaging, equipment and materials, and seven chips have been successfully fabricated at various nodes including advanced nodes such as 12 nm, according to an official factsheet.

Vizhinjam to begin direct EXIM cargo operations from Aug 18: Shashi Tharoor

IANS | August 14, 2026 9:23 AM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Direct export-import (EXIM) cargo movement at Kerala's Vizhinjam International Seaport will begin from August 18 which is a major step in the port's transition from an international transhipment hub to a gateway for India's overseas trade, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said on Friday.

India’s global space market share likely to rise fivefold

IANS | August 14, 2026 8:34 AM

Washington, Aug 14 (IANS) India’s share of the global space market could rise fivefold within seven years as policy reforms and closer ties with the United States accelerate the growth of its private space industry, the US Department of Commerce has said.

Adani Group’s Vande Bharatam giving small-town innovators a national stage: Skyroot CEO

IANS | August 13, 2026 7:48 PM

Ahmedabad, Aug 13 (IANS) Skyroot Aerospace Co-founder and CEO Pawan Kumar Chandana on Thursday praised Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani’s startup initiative ‘Vande Bharatam’, saying it is creating valuable opportunities for entrepreneurs from smaller cities to present their ideas, connect with investors, and access mentorship.

Staying true to values is key in defining moments: Gautam Adani

IANS | August 13, 2026 7:04 PM

Ahmedabad, Aug 13 (IANS) Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Thursday said that staying true to one’s values, beliefs, and convictions is among the most important things to do during defining moments.

Centre releases Rs 340 crore for Rajasthan, Rs 265 crore for Telangana to boost agriculture

IANS | August 13, 2026 5:38 PM

New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday approved an allocation of Rs 340.59 crore for Rajasthan and Rs 265.12 crore for Telangana under the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PMRKVY) and the Krishonnati Yojana.

NITI Aayog highlights 4 key sectors to position India as global manufacturing hub

IANS | August 13, 2026 5:16 PM

New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) NITI Aayog on Thursday highlighted four high-potential manufacturing sectors -- chemicals, textiles, telecom and network equipment and solar photovoltaic manufacturing -- which can fuel India’s ambition to become global manufacturing powerhouse.

Air India begins rigorous drug screening for all group pilots after Phuket air turbulence

IANS | August 13, 2026 4:19 PM

New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) Air India has begun conducting mandatory screening of all pilots across the group for substances or medications prohibited under aviation regulations as part of a measure aimed at reinforcing safety standards and public confidence, as per sources on Thursday.

India’s total installed power capacity reaches 552 GW, non-fossil portion hits 54 pc share

IANS | August 13, 2026 4:12 PM

New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) India’s total installed power capacity reached 552 GW in July 2026, up from 249 GW in 2014, a government factsheet said on Thursday, adding that non-fossil capacity reached 300.50 GW (as of July 31, 2026), accounting for over 54 per cent of total installed capacity.

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

India building domestic capabilities from chip design to indigenous AI models

Vizhinjam to begin direct EXIM cargo operations from Aug 18: Shashi Tharoor

India’s global space market share likely to rise fivefold

Adani Group’s Vande Bharatam giving small-town innovators a national stage: Skyroot CEO

Staying true to values is key in defining moments: Gautam Adani

Centre releases Rs 340 crore for Rajasthan, Rs 265 crore for Telangana to boost agriculture

NITI Aayog highlights 4 key sectors to position India as global manufacturing hub

Air India begins rigorous drug screening for all group pilots after Phuket air turbulence

India’s total installed power capacity reaches 552 GW, non-fossil portion hits 54 pc share

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