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USA, Brazil have gained from ethanol blending

In the United States, the blending of ethanol into gasoline for use as an automotive fuel began in the 1970s due to high petroleum prices and growing health and environmental concerns over the use of lead in gasoline which created a need for a new source of \"octane\"

Enforcement the key

An increasing number of arbitral awards are now being challenged, resulting in protracted enforcement proceedings. It is therefore essential for the parties, their counsel, and the arbitrators to focus on enforcement right from the start - from the drafting of the arbitration clause, through the arbitral proceeding that leads to the arbitral award, and during the enforcement proceedings

Deterrence Unleashed

India's successful test of a nuclear-capable ballistic missile from a submarine is a landmark event in its defense evolution, highlighting strides in indigenous capabilities and its commitment to a robust nuclear deterrence strategy.

Tariff woes

The recent reiteration by President-elect Donald Trump to impose sweeping tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China signals a potential shift in US trade and foreign policy.

Nadda cautions youth against tattooing, flags HIV risks on World AIDS Day

Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Sunday cautioned people, especially the youth, against getting tattooed, emphasising that tattoos are known to pose the danger of acquiring HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus).

Migrant Kashmiri woman will not lose migrant status after marrying non-migrant: J&K HC

J&K and Ladakh High Court observed that there will be no change in the migrant status of Kashmiri Pandit women if they marry non-migrants.

Rajasthan to have Anti-Conversion law

The proposal for legislating on this subject was approved by the state cabinet at its meeting held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma

PM Modi leaving no stone unturned to break unity of country: Kharge

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he is leaving no stone unturned to \"break\" the unity of the country.

‘We are fighting for the spirit of our nation, soul of India’

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Sunday said the Congress is now fighting against the force that is weakening the rights of the people, and handing over them to a few businessmen friends.

BJP central leadership not keen on political gains in Kerala, says former state chief Sandeep Warrier

Former firebrand leader of Kerala BJP Sandeep Warrier, who recently defected to Congress, has stated that state BJP president K Surendran is responsible for the current state of the party in the state.

Seema Praharis: PM leads the nation in greeting BSF on its 60th Raising Day

Lauding the Border Security Force (BSF) for standing as a critical line of defence and embodying courage, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday greeted the frontal force on their 60th Raising Day.

IFFI 2024 sees a 12 pc increase in participation

The 2024 edition of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa saw a participation of 11,332 delegates, marking a 12 per cent increase as compared to IFFI 2023, said the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

Mumbai Cyber Police register FIR against man claiming to hack EVMs

The Mumbai Cyber Police have registered an FIR against Syed Shuja, who is reportedly hiding in another country, for allegedly making claims to hack and tamper with the EVMs.

Seven Maoists killed in encounter with police in Telangana

Seven Maoists were killed in a major exchange of fire with police in Telangana's Mulugu district on Sunday.

Kerala Congress-Mani not to realign with UDF: Stephen George

Kerala Congress-Mani (KC-M) General Secretary Stephen George on Sunday ruled out his party rejoining the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF).

MVA faces existential crisis, Mahayuti betting big on consolidation

The Mahayuti alliance comprising BJP, Shiv Sena and NCP hit the jackpot while the Maha Vikas Aghadi consisting of Congress, Shiv Sena UBT and NCP-SP faced a shocking drubbing in the Assembly elections.

New Waqf Board to be constituted soon, says Andhra Pradesh govt

The Andhra Pradesh government on Sunday clarified that the State Waqf Board was dissolved due to certain concerns and that a new Board will be constituted at the earliest.

Telangana to implement Rythu Bharosa after Sankranthi: Revanth Reddy

The Congress government in Telangana will implement a key promise with the implementation of the Rythu Bharosa scheme after Sankranthi, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy announced on Sunday.

Price of commercial LPG hiked by ₹16.5

The price of Jet fuel, or ATF, was hiked by 1.45% and rates of commercial LPG used in hotels and restaurants increased by Rs 16.5 per 19-kg cylinder on Sunday in the monthly revision done in line with international oil price trends.

After the downpour, political slugfest in TN between DMK and AIADMK

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK President M K Stalin was dismissive of his predecessor and Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS), who picked holes in the state government's handling of the cyclone and the heavy rains, particularly in Chennai

Kolkata's yellow taxicabs stare at extinction

After trams, another of the city's iconic forms of transport is staring at extinction.

Eastern Railway mechanizes laundry operations

Eastern Railway has mechanized its laundry operations at six locations: Tikiapara, Sealdah, Chitpur, Asansol, Malda, and Bhagalpur.

Potato prices in Bengal retail markets likely to rise as traders threaten strike

The price of potatoes, which is already high in the retail markets of West Bengal, might rise further in the coming week following the decision of the traders association to go for a strike if the ongoing impasse over the state government's ban on the export of these vegetables to other states is not resolved.

West Bengal State Handicrafts Expo kicks off in Krishnagar

The West Bengal State Handicrafts Expo 2023 commenced on Saturday at the Krishnagar Government College Ground, showcasing the artistry of 1,100 artisans from across the state.

Union Minister expresses concern over ISKCON monks' arrests; Indian tourists in Bangladesh attacked

Union Minister of State for Education and Development of the North Eastern Region, and BJP state president, Sukanta Majumdar, has written to the Bangladesh government demanding the immediate release of Chinmoy Krishna Das, Swami Chinmoyananda, and two of his aides.

Aparajita Bill: Trinamul Mahila Congress Stages Demonstrations

The Bill proposes stringent action against the accused in rape and rape-murder cases

Indian passengers attacked on bus in Bangladesh, flights between the two countries decline

A group of Indian passengers travelling from Tripura to Kolkata on a Shyamoli Paribahan bus were subjected to a terrifying ordeal when their bus was attacked in Brahmanbaria, Bangladesh.

Christmas celebration to mark ten-day festival upholding Serampore's rich heritage

The Serampore Municipality and the Serampore Hotel Business Fraternity have joined forces to organise a ten-day festival during the ongoing Christmas celebration.

Operation Satark: Seizure of illegal liquor by RPF at Jasidih station of Asansol Division

Under Operation SATARK, RPF personnel of Asansol Division seized a significant quantity of illegal liquor during train escort duty.

SBI Celebrates 'World Aids Day' With blood donation Camp in Durgapur

Today, SBISA (State Bank of India Staff Association) and SBIPA (State Bank of India Pensioners' Association) organized a mega blood donation camp in association with the Durgapur Sub Divisional Volunteers Blood Donors Association to raise awareness and celebrate World AIDS Day at the administrative office in Durgapur.