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Food regulators have issued notices to several companies for misleading product labels.Kubera Foods faced scrutiny for claiming "100% Natural" on buns with preservatives.Ferns N Petals was cited for marketing chocolate with vegetable fat instead of cocoa butter.Lotte India received notices for "100% Vegetarian" claims and missing nutritional information.These actions aim to ensure consumers receive accurate information about food products.

Security forces neutralized Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Zakir Ganie in Shopian on Wednesday.This encounter occurred nearly ten months after the last such operation in the region.The joint operation was launched Saturday evening based on specific intelligence inputs.Arms and ammunition were recovered from the encounter site by the Army.Meanwhile, three overground workers were arrested in Anantnag using advanced surveillance technology.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah supports India's suspension of the Indus Water Treaty.He stated the treaty was never in the region's best interest and opposed it from its inception.Abdullah blamed the treaty for the power crisis experienced within Jammu and Kashmir.India suspended the water sharing pact after a significant terror attack last year.The central government will respond to war threats originating from Pakistan.

An Indian delegation visited Kyrgyzstan for the inauguration of a new civilizational studies center.Trilateral cooperation agreements were signed between academic institutions from both nations.The first Hindi translation of the Kyrgyz epic Manas was also presented at the event.This initiative aims to foster scientific, educational, and cultural cooperation between India and Kyrgyzstan.The center will focus on comparative civilizational studies and intercultural dialogue.

The Enforcement Directorate froze Trinamool Congress bank deposits worth Rs 440 crore. This action is part of an ongoing money laundering investigation into financial transactions. The Trinamool Congress stated all financial transactions were fully disclosed to authorities. They called the freeze a politically motivated act by the central government. The agency is probing alleged routing of funds through various service companies.

The Enforcement Directorate froze Trinamool Congress bank deposits worth Rs 440 crore. This action is part of an ongoing money laundering investigation into financial transactions. The Trinamool Congress stated all financial transactions were fully disclosed to authorities. They called the freeze a politically motivated act by the central government. The agency is probing alleged routing of funds through various service companies.

India has expressed significant worry regarding the rising tensions in West Asia and the increasing assaults on commercial vessels. The ministry emphasized the importance of all involved parties to practice restraint and engage in dialogue. Recent actions pose risks to regional stability and disrupt global trade. In response, the United States has executed extensive military strikes against Iranian targets, while Iran retaliated with strikes aimed at Bahrain and Kuwait.

The Railway Ministry has mandated a new directive for all zonal railways, emphasizing the urgency of strict cleaning and pest control measures for pantry cars. This decision comes in response to ongoing complaints regarding unsanitary conditions and rodent problems. Additionally, there are serious concerns regarding the waste disposal methods employed by catering staff. Inconsistencies in enforcement have been attributed to lapses by certain railway authorities.

Railways ordered a departmental inquiry after an unauthorized decorator entered a First AC coach.The decorator was hired by passengers to decorate a private coupe for a celebration.Preliminary findings show the decorator gained access at Jalna before passengers boarded.The on-duty chief ticket inspector has been suspended pending the inquiry's outcome.The investigation will assess security breaches and prevent future unauthorized access.

The Madras High Court granted anticipatory bail to DMK MLA Senthil Balaji and his brother. This bail was granted in a case alleging a Rs 35 crore bribe offer. The court directed both petitioners to appear daily before the investigating officer. Arguments presented highlighted the lack of conversation recordings and reliance on call detail records. The court questioned Balaji's specific role in the alleged bribery attempt.

Mamata Banerjee alleged police watch as house arrest and accused the administration of failing to ensure a peaceful protest. The Trinamool Congress chief stated that the police acted as BJP cadres, undermining a court order. She claimed participants were attacked despite court permission for the rally over a minor's alleged rape and murder. Banerjee further alleged a complete breakdown of law and order in West Bengal.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto inaugurated a temple restoration project. This initiative highlights India's cultural diplomacy and shared civilizational links between the nations. The project involves restoring smaller temples within the Prambanan complex with Indonesian authorities. Prambanan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, suffered damage from natural disasters and upheaval. Restoration work continues using traditional and modern techniques for this ancie

NCERT has released a revised Class 8 Social Science textbook following a Supreme Court directive. The new edition removes a controversial chapter on the judiciary and alters historical narratives. Revisions include changes to the Congress' stance on the 1947 Partition and the removal of Hitler references. The history chapter now includes Vinayak Damodar Savarkar's demand for Swaraj. This revised book focuses on the judiciary's constitutional role and its structure.

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut condemned an alleged assault on hospital staff by a corporator. He urged Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to take strict action against the accused. CCTV footage purportedly showed Ramesh Mhatre and supporters assaulting medical personnel at a hospital. Mhatre denied assaulting female doctors and nurses, citing camera angles and informal interaction. Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde assured that a case was registered and action would follow.

Arvind Kejriwal has written to 29 automobile manufacturers seeking clarification on E20 fuel. He wants written assurance regarding mileage and engine safety impacts on vehicles. This follows conflicting statements from company representatives and owner's manuals. Kejriwal also plans to urge the Prime Minister to make E20 fuel optional. Consumers should have choices for different fuel variants at petrol pumps.

Congress has labeled the Environment Ministry a "Pravachan Mantralay" after four officials were removed. These dismissals occurred in two batches over successive days, sparking controversy. Jairam Ramesh alleged that the Prime Minister's Office vets all key ministerial staff appointments. He also stated the ministry has failed to protect the environment and address climate change. Ecological destruction and air pollution continue unabated across the country.

The graphic, styled as a fuel station receipt, described the product as "E20 Premium Receipt" and claimed the blend contained "Petrol 80%" and "Ethanol 20%". It also carried lines such as "Customer Choice 0%", "Price Reduction Rs 0.00", "Mileage Impact 20-30%", "Extra Maintenance Possible" and concluded with "TOTAL CHARGED Full petrol price" and "TOTAL VALUE Reduced mileage". Another line read, "Terms and conditions not explained".

One of the earliest initiatives came in Vietnam, where India signed a Memorandum of Understanding in 2014 to restore the UNESCO-listed Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary. Once the spiritual centre of the ancient Champa Kingdom, the Shaivite temple complex is regarded as one of Southeast Asia's most significant Hindu heritage sites. The Archaeological Survey of India led the conservation work under the bilateral agreement.