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Nagpur: In the midst of significant political realignments in Maharashtra, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has provided clarity on the BJP’s relationships with the Thackeray family. During an interaction with senior journalist Vivek Ghalsasi in Nagpur, Fadnavis emphasized that while Uddhav Thackeray is no longer considered a friend, he is not viewed as an enemy either. Instead, Fadnavis highlighted that Raj Thackeray, Uddhav’s cousin and the leader of the Maharashtra Navanirman Sena (MNS), has become a close ally. The Thackerays, known for their Hindutva ideology, have historically been natural allies of the BJP. However, differences with Uddhav Thackeray led to a…

New Delhi: In a recent development, a 10-month-old child in Dibrugarh, Assam, has been diagnosed with human metapneumovirus (HMPV), marking the first case in the state for 2025. The identification was made during routine HMPV screening at the Regional VRDL laboratory of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)-RMRC at Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH). The child, admitted to AMCH with symptoms of a common cold, was tested and found positive for HMPV. According to AMCH Superintendent Dhrubajyoti Bhuyan, the child is stable and undergoing treatment. Bhuyan emphasized that HMPV is a common virus, particularly affecting children under the…

New Delhi: The Border Security Force (BSF) has begun forward patrolling along the India-Bangladesh border amid the volatile situation in the neighbouring country, keeping a close eye on rivulets and jungles to clamp down on instances of infiltration. In areas such as Maldah and Sukhdevpur, the force had to face protests from the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) during fencing along the border. While the skirmishes were resolved, the work is still stalled in Maldah. In Coochbehar too, the BGB protested to fencing along the border and the issue was resolved only when the BSF intervened. Several border meetings have taken…

New Delhi: A recent report by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has unearthed significant lapses in the Delhi government’s now-scrapped excise policy, leading to a staggering financial loss of Rs 2,026 crore. The report exposes a web of mismanagement, arbitrary decision-making, and alleged corruption that has left the Delhi government’s treasury severely depleted. Key decisions, including the issuance of licenses and exemptions, were made without the necessary approvals from the cabinet or the Delhi Lieutenant Governor, highlighting a glaring lack of transparency and accountability. The CAG report also implicates Manish Sisodia, the former excise minister, and other AAP leaders…

Panaji: Zlata Pharma LLP hosted a memorable event to mark the launch of its new wellness product range, marking a significant milestone. At the heart of the evening was the shared vision of positioning Goa prominently on India’s pharmaceutical map, with a mission to establish Zlata Pharma as a key player in the healthcare sector over the next 3–5 years. Zlata Pharma’s unveiling of its new product range marked a significant milestone. The products include the Pain Relief, a Balm for headaches and colds, a Spray for targeted relief on the back, neck, and joints, and a Gel for sprains…

Team Goemkarponn Mapusa: In a groundbreaking effort to integrate hands-on learning with environmental awareness, the primary section of Saraswat Vidyalaya in Mapusa has embarked on an innovative gardening initiative. Launched on Van Mahotsav Day in July 2024, this project has not only engaged students in vegetable cultivation but also garnered significant support from the school management, teachers, and parents. Students from class III and IV have taken the lead in maintaining the garden, fostering a deep interest in nature and agriculture. The garden, which was inaugurated by Mr. Ramnath Burye, Chairman of the School Management Committee, has been a collaborative…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Senior scientist Shailesh Nayak said that the potential for fishing, particularly deep ocean fishing, is under-exploited in comparison to the exploitable marine resources available. “Just 12% of the species-specific forecast of the potential for tuna is harvested,” stated Nayak, who formerly served as interim chairman of ISRO and is currently the head of the National Institute of Advanced Studies in Bengaluru. According to Nayak, technology has been created to identify locations with high levels of the algal blooming phenomenon, where the catch is likely to be poor, in order to make fishing more efficient. “Satellite-based advisories depending…