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The Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL), the world's first franchise-based Supercross championship, has kicked off Season 2 with a record-breaking 89 rider registrations in just three weeks—surpassing last season’s three-month tally. This early surge highlights the league’s growing global stature and athlete confidence following a successful debut edition. Top international riders from Season 1, including 2024 champion Matt Moss (Australia) and French icon Jordi Tixier, have re-registered alongside newcomers like Alexander Fedortsov (USA), Adrien Escoffier (France), and Luke Clout (Australia). Indian stars Rugved Barguje, Ikshan Shanbhag, and Sarthak Chavan are also set to return. The league has drawn interest from…

In a pioneering collaboration, Godrej DEI Lab and Westland Books have launched Queer Directions, a new LGBTQIA+ publishing imprint committed to inclusive storytelling across genres like non-fiction, poetry, and soon, fiction. The imprint is set to roll out six titles in 2025, spotlighting authentic queer experiences and narratives. Parmesh Shahani, Head of Godrej DEI Lab and author of Queeristan, will serve as Series Editor. “The idea is to build a bridge, not a border,” Shahani said. “This imprint is an act of solidarity and a platform to elevate diverse queer voices.” Westland Books, already known for its inclusive list, called…

Marking Sikkim’s 50th statehood anniversary, Future Generali India Life Insurance (FGILI) has intensified its efforts to expand life insurance awareness across the state. As the lead life insurer appointed by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), FGILI has reached lakhs of citizens through on-ground and digital campaigns, promoting financial literacy and the importance of life insurance. Through workshops, street plays, and localized meetings, FGILI has engaged deeply with indigenous communities, youth, taxi unions, police officers, and dairy farmers to address the state’s historically low insurance penetration. The outreach emphasized government-backed schemes alongside FGILI’s tailored insurance solutions, aligning…

With weight management becoming a growing concern, especially in urban hubs like Kolkata, health experts are encouraging people to turn their attention to smarter snacking habits. Dr. Rohini Patil, MBBS and Nutritionist, emphasized that snacking, when done right, can aid in weight loss rather than hinder it. Dr. Patil recommends nutrient-rich foods like California almonds, moong dal chilla, sprouts bhel, paneer with cucumber, and roasted chana as effective in curbing hunger without compromising on nutrition. Almonds, in particular, are rich in protein, good fats, magnesium, and vitamin E—helping to keep energy levels steady and cravings at bay. “Almonds are versatile…