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22 Nov

Bilateral Talks Focus on Reimbursement and Regulatory Frameworks for Ayush Systems

Mohini BarmanIndia

India and Germany held the 3rd Joint Working Group Meeting on Alternative Medicine in Berlin, marking a significant step in advancing cooperation in traditional and integrative healthcare. The core focus of the discussions was on three pillars: integrating traditional medicine (Ayush systems) into public health systems, establishing reimbursement pathways for patients, and strengthening regulatory approval mechanisms. The engagement reflects a shared commitment to fostering evidence-based, people-centred traditional medicine. Key talks involved high-level German health officials and institutions, including the Competence Center for Traditional and Integrative Medicine at Charité University. This collaboration aims to accelerate research, harmonize regulations, and enhance patient…

22 Nov

Aiming for 103 seats in the 2026 Assam elections, the BJP reiterates its NDA partnership plan

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has set a sweeping and ambitious electoral target ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, declaring that the party—along with its NDA allies—will aim to secure 103 of the 126 seats. The decision was formalised on November 21 during a high-level core committee meeting, signalling the beginning of an intensive political and organisational push in the state. The meeting, attended by key national and state leaders, served as a platform to review the party’s groundwork, assess governance feedback, and streamline strategies for the upcoming polls. Present at the session were BJP national general secretary (organisation)…

22 Nov

CDSL launches Ideathon inviting students to reimagine investor education and engagement for Atmanirbharta

Business BureauBusiness

Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL), Asia’s first listed depository and custodian of over 16.7 croredemat accounts, has launched its inaugural Reimagine Ideathon, aimed at encouraging students to reimagine investor education and engagement in India. The initiative forms part of the 3rd Edition of CDSL’s Annual Reimagine Symposium. The Ideathon seeks innovative solutions to make market participation more responsible, inclusive, and accessible, leveraging technology, gamification, behavioral nudges, and community-building. Participants are expected to develop ideas grounded in three core principles: Empowerment, Inclusion, and Trust. CDSL manages over 21 crore investor accounts and sees significant potential to deepen market participation while…

22 Nov

US Sanctions on Russian Oil Majors Take Effect

Mohini BarmanInternational

New US sanctions on two of Russia's largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, came into effect on November 21, 2025. The sanctions aim to significantly disrupt Russia's oil trade, causing approximately 48 million barrels of Russian crude to become temporarily stranded at sea as vessels urgently seek new buyers. The sanctions directly impact US-India trade discussions, as the Trump administration has imposed a 25% penal tariff on Indian exports in response to India's continued crude oil imports from Russia. While major Indian refiners are expected to cease direct procurement from the sanctioned entities, Russian oil is unlikely to disappear entirely…

22 Nov

Workplace Health 2030: Godrej Industries Group and Global Partners aim to reinvent well-being for new era of work

Business BureauBusiness

Godrej Industries Group, in collaboration with The Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces (GCHW) and Arogya World, will host the Global Summit 2025 and the 14th Annual Healthy Workplace Conference on November 20–21 at Godrej One, Mumbai. Themed “Workplace Health 2030: Redefining the Future, From Wellness to Vitality,” the two-day event will bring together global leaders, health experts, and corporate changemakers to explore holistic well-being, mental health parity, AI-driven predictive health, empathetic leadership, and ESG-linked wellness metrics. Keynote speakers include Dr. Rati Godrej, Banmali Agrawala, and Sumit Mitra, with insights from international experts such as Hector Garcia and representatives from OECD,…

22 Nov

Assam CM is pleased that Guwahati will host the test venue

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed delight that Guwahati made its debut as the newest test centre on Saturday as India took on South Africa in the second and final game of the two-match series."Proud to see ACA Stadium become India’s 30th Test venue, bringing the pinnacle of cricket to Assam," Sarma said."This moment will inspire countless young talents and elevate our sporting ambitions even higher," he added.This is a big occasion for Guwahati as it becomes the eastern-most Test venue in India.

22 Nov

2 labourers from Assam killed, 3 hurt in Garo Hills mudslide

Sonakshi SarkarClimate & Environment

Two labourers from Assam, who had been working at a construction site near Bokmagre on the outskirts of Tura town in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district, met a tragic end after they along with three others got trapped under deep mud. Bodies of the two have been recovered while the others were rescued with injuries.The incident, which occurred on Thursday, came to light after the families of the victims filed an FIR at the Araimile Outpost while another FIR was filed against the landowner, Saljrang D Sangma, resident of Dakopgre, Tura and sub contractor, Anowar Hussain (resident of South Salmara,…

22 Nov

Farhan Akhtar Leads a Gripping Mission in Emotion-Loaded ‘120 Bahadur

editorEntertainment

120 Bahadur highlights the valor of 120 Indian soldiers, led by Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, who fought against a Chinese force of 3000 during the November 1962 clash in Ladakh, ultimately sacrificing their lives to protect the vital Chushul valley. In the Battle of Rezang La, only six soldiers from the Charlie Company, 13 Kumaon Regiment, survived the relentless Chinese assault. Farhan Akhtar portrays Bhati, who leads his men into a dire situation, making the film a compelling Bollywood war drama that successfully balances action and emotional depth. The 1964 film Haqeeqat, directed by Chetan Anand, explores the same conflict…

22 Nov

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour ushers in ‘The Futureverse of Fashion’ at its Gurugram edition

Business BureauBusiness

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour has ushered in ‘The Futureverse of Fashion’ at its Gurugram edition, with a groundbreaking exploration of how technology, design, and immersive storytelling are reimagining the very experience of fashion. Taking a leap from this year’s theme of defining Fashion’s Next Move, this edition presented an incredibly immersive visual spectacle that took haute couture beyond fabric and form into the digital era of AI, code & interaction. The showcase led with the creative forces of designer Falguni and Shane Peacock, alongside the Fashion Tour’s long-standing collaboration with Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI). The ‘Futureverse of Fashion’…

22 Nov

Tension grips Manipur as IDPs attempts to march to their native homes

Sonakshi SarkarBreaking News

Tension gripped Phugakchao Ikhai in Bishnupur district of Manipur today after a large group of internally displaced persons (IDPs) from , Torbung Bangla and several abandoned villages attempted to return to their native homes.Security forces stopped the march and fired tear gas shells to disperse the crowd after the situation turned volatile.The displaced families, belonging to Churachandpur district and areas of Bishnupur district bordering Churachandpur, gathered in large numbers demanding safe passage to their original settlements.Security personnel prevented them from proceeding beyond Phugakchao Ikhai, the last permissible point for the Meiteis.One protester said the IDPs decided to march because the…