Centre to explore potential of cruise tourism in India

IANS | August 16, 2025 3:43 PM

Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) In a bid to explore the potential of cruise tourism in India and discuss policy initiatives, best practices and strategies for growth, Mumbai Port Trust, in association with Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and the Indian Ports Association (IPA), is organising a conference titled ‘Waterways to Wonder: Unlocking Cruise Tourism’ here on Monday.

Industry chamber urges CBDT to extend ITR filing deadline

IANS | August 16, 2025 2:54 PM

Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) The Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has urged the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) to extend the September 15 deadline for filing income tax returns (ITRs) and tax audit reports for Assessment Year (AY) 2025-26, citing delays in the release of ITR utilities and technical issues on the tax portal.

Study claims paracetamol may not be safe during pregnancy

IANS | August 16, 2025 2:36 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) While paracetamol or acetaminophen has long remained the first choice of painkiller in pregnancy, a new study claims it may lead to neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs), such as autism and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in babies.

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to reach India tomorrow

IANS | August 16, 2025 11:23 AM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) After weeks of rehabilitation in the US, post his successful space mission, Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on Saturday announced his return journey to India. He is expected to reach the country tomorrow.

UK study identifies 8 new schizophrenia genes

IANS | August 16, 2025 10:44 AM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) UK researchers have discovered eight new genes associated with schizophrenia, an advance that will improve the understanding and future treatment development for the severe mental disorder.