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01 Jul

Government Expands Meals Plan to Tackle Child Hunger

Mohini BarmanUK

The UK government has announced a new policy offering free breakfast to every child in state-run primary schools across England. This move is part of the broader strategy to combat child hunger and improve concentration in early learners. Under the plan, schools will serve healthy meals such as porridge, fruit, toast, and milk, funded by a £1.5 billion education welfare package. The initiative comes after studies showed that nearly 1 in 4 children in low-income households often arrive at school hungry. South Asian educators and nutrition advocates could explore similar school meal expansions. In places like rural Bangladesh or Indian…

01 Jul

France Bans Domestic Flights for Short Train-Accessible Routes

Mohini BarmanInternational

In a bold step to curb carbon emissions, France has officially banned short-haul domestic flights where train alternatives under 2.5 hours exist. This includes popular air routes such as Paris to Lyon and Nantes. The law, passed under the country’s Climate and Resilience Bill, aims to push travellers toward the country’s extensive high-speed rail system. The policy has been met with praise from environmental groups, though airlines expressed concerns over revenue losses. French officials say this could reduce domestic flight emissions by nearly 12%. Countries like India and Bangladesh—with growing intercity air networks and rail revamp plans—could evaluate similar models…

01 Jul

A list of non dairy milk which help your cardio health

Banasree SarkarHealth

Regular milk, rich in calcium, protein, and vitamin D, may cause digestive discomfort and cholesterol levels in lactose intolerance individuals. Non-dairy milks like almond, oat, or flax milk are low in saturated fat and fortified with heart-friendly nutrients. Almond milk is heart-friendly due to its low calories, low saturated fat, cholesterol, and vitamin E content. Flax milk, made from flax seeds, is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, supporting heart health by reducing inflammation and lowering blood pressure. A great source of beta-glucan for reducing LDL cholesterol is oat milk. It is a fantastic dairy substitute due to its mild flavor…

30 Jun

Karnataka Bank share price downturns over 7%

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Karnataka Bank share price: Shares of Karnataka Bank, a private sector lender headquartered in Mangaluru, Karnataka, fell as much as 7.53% to ₹192 per share on the NSE on Monday, June 30, following the resignation of top executives. Karnataka Bank in its press release said that the lender's board has accepted the resignation of Managing Director and CEO Srikrishnan Hari Hara Sarma on June 29. The resignation will be effective from July 15, 2025. Sarma has cited personal reasons including his decision to move back to Mumbai for his resignation. The bank's executive director Shekhar Rao has also submitted his…

30 Jun

Barbeque Nation opens grand outlet in Kalyani, promises flavor-packed dining experience

Business BureauBusiness

Barbeque Nation, one of India’s leading casual dining chains, marked its grand entry into Kalyani with the inauguration of a new outlet near ITI More, at the heart of the city’s commercial zone. Located on the 3rd floor above Pantaloons on Ghoshpara Road, the new store spans 3,200 sq. ft. and offers a vibrant dining space with a seating capacity of 108. The restaurant opened its doors to the public on June 30, bringing with it the brand’s trademark unlimited buffet concept at a fixed price. With a wide array of vegetarian and non-vegetarian delicacies, the menu boasts of favourites…

30 Jun

Toyota Kirloskar Motor signs MoU with Ohmium to advance green hydrogen solutions in India

Business BureauBusiness

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bengaluru-based Ohmium International, a leading PEM hydrogen technology provider, to co-develop integrated, scalable Green Hydrogen-based power solutions. This partnership marks a significant milestone in Toyota’s mission toward carbon neutrality and aligns with India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission to achieve energy independence by 2047 and net-zero emissions by 2070. The collaboration aims to combine Ohmium’s modular PEM electrolyzer systems with Toyota’s fuel cell modules for the development of microgrid solutions. These will be suited for applications in data centers, remote industrial zones, and decentralized energy generation.…

30 Jun

Kolkata Metro Trains Delayed Due To Severe Waterlogging From Rain

Purbalee DuttaIndia, Kolkata, weather, West Bengal

Metro services in Kolkata were affected on Monday due to heavy rain and waterlogging, creating significant discomfort for passengers. Services between Mahatma Gandhi Road and Park Street were interrupted, leaving numerous trains stranded and forcing passengers to find alternate transportation. The interruption was caused by a ruptured water pipe between Jatin Das Park and Netaji Bhavan stations, which occurred between 3:40 and 4:35 pm. Overcrowding was reported at many stations, and Maidan's escalators were closed owing to pressure. This comes just two days after a similar event on Saturday, when water overflowed the drainage canal between tracks, causing a brief…

30 Jun

NSCN(K) cadre arrested in Jorhat after secret tip-off

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A hardcore cadre of the banned outfit NSCN (K), Nikki Sumi faction, was apprehended by security forces in Assam’s Jorhat district while attempting to flee to Dimapur. The arrest, which followed a tip-off from Military Intelligence (Kolkata), also led to the discovery of a secret hideout in Arunachal Pradesh’s Tirap district. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, a joint team comprising personnel of the 44 Assam Rifles (Khonsa) and Arunachal Pradesh Police, with assistance from the Jorhat Police, launched a meticulously planned operation. The suspect was intercepted at Teok in Jorhat district while on his way to Dimapur by road. Security…

30 Jun

Medanta concludes 3-day mega medical camp in Kohima, over 400 beneficiaries attend

Business BureauBusiness

Gurgaon-based Medanta – The Medicity, ranked India’s Best Private Hospital by Newsweek for six years running, wrapped up a three-day multi-speciality medical camp in Kohima on June 27, 2025. Organized in collaboration with the Government of Nagaland, the initiative provided free health check-ups to more than 400 individuals, aiming to improve healthcare access in the underserved northeastern state. The camp was held at three venues: the IDAN Capital Convention Center, the Directorate of Industries and Commerce Office, and the Nagaland Police Headquarters. Key dignitaries included Nagaland Assembly Speaker Sharingain Longkumer, Industries Director P. Tokugha Sema, and DGP Rupin Sharma. The…

30 Jun

Minister Jayant Chaudhary unveils key report to reshape India’s workforce skills landscape

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Union Minister of State (I/C) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and MoS for Education, Jayant Chaudhary, on Wednesday unveiled the report “Skills for the Future: Transforming India’s Workforce Landscape” in New Delhi. Prepared by the Institute for Competitiveness (IFC), the independent study analyzes India's workforce using data from the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2023–24, revealing that 88% of the workforce is still engaged in low-competency occupations. The report identifies five key sectors—IT & ITeS, Textile & Apparel, Electronics, Healthcare & Life Sciences, and Beauty & Wellness—as accounting for over 66% of vocational training. It also highlights the need for…