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FSSAI penalises AWL Agri Business for substandard fortified Fortune sunflower oil sold in Goa

India's food regulator FSSAI has penalized AWL Agri Business Ltd for selling substandard oil. A sample of Fortune Fryola refined sunflower oil failed lab tests for Vitamin D. The company's appeal confirmed significantly lower Vitamin D levels than prescribed. FSSAI imposed a penalty on AWL Agri Business Ltd for these…

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Three IPC sections under which Bombay HC convicted Tarun Tejpal

The Bombay High Court convicted Tarun Tejpal for rape on Thursday. He was found guilty under three sections of the Indian Penal Code. This decision overturned his previous acquittal by a Goa sessions court. The court convicted him for offenses including sexual harassment and using criminal force. The conviction relates…

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Will challenge conviction in 2013 sexual assault case in Supreme Court, says Tarun Tejpal

Tarun Tejpal will appeal the Bombay High Court's conviction in a 2013 sexual assault case. The High Court overturned his acquittal by a Goa sessions court five years ago. He faces charges including rape and sexual harassment under the Indian Penal Code. The case involves allegations by a former junior…

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2013 rape case: HC convicts former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal, reverses 2021 acquittal

The Bombay High Court’s Goa bench on Thursday found former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal guilty of rape, setting aside the sessions court verdict that had cleared him four years ago. Tejpal has asked the bench to take a lenient view before it pronounces the quantum of sentence in the afternoon.

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Tarun Tejpal, former Tehelka editor, sentenced to 10 years in jail for rape in 2013 sexual assault case

The Bombay High Court sentenced Tarun Tejpal to ten years imprisonment for sexual assault. This verdict overturned a previous trial court judgment which had acquitted him earlier. The Goa government had appealed the acquittal, leading to this new High Court decision. Tejpal was convicted under several sections of the Indian…

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6 Common Stomach Cancer Risk Factors Found in Indian Kitchens and Daily Habits

The Salt in Your AchaarSalt is the oldest preservative in the Indian pantry, and achaar, papad, and salted dried fish are eaten across every region without a second thought. The problem is volume. A 2019 review published in the International Journal of Cancer found that high dietary salt intake is…

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Weather tomorrow August 5: Is your state on IMD’s heavy rain alert list? Check forecast here

Weather tomorrow: On August 5, Assam and Meghalaya are bracing for heavy to very heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, northern regions, including Delhi and Punjab, will experience widespread rain accompanied by thunderstorms. Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand can expect broad rainfall patterns, along with isolated heavy showers. Central India, particularly Madhya Pradesh, is…

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Goa seeks Centre's nod for visa-on-arrival, open sky benefits to boost air connectivity

Goa's Tourism Minister met the Union Minister seeking central support for air connectivity. He proposed extending visa-on-arrival to both airports for international travelers. The minister also urged for open sky policy benefits to boost airline operations. Discussions included increasing domestic flight capacity and designating Goa as a priority international call…

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FSSAI names United Spirits, INBREW in crackdown over added flavours voilation in alco-bev products

The FSSAI has issued notices to several liquor manufacturers for adding artificial flavors. These companies are accused of imitating natural characteristics in their alcoholic beverages. United Spirits and INBREW Beverages are among the firms receiving these official warnings. The regulatory body also cited violations of additive use and age claims.…

The Economic Times

Congress, GFP begin alliance talks for 2027 Goa polls; open to tie-up, says AAP

Goa elections 2027: Congress and Goa Forward Party are discussing a potential alliance for 2027. The Aam Aadmi Party has also indicated its willingness to join such a tie-up. These preliminary talks aim to strategize against the ruling BJP government. The opposition parties will meet again to finalize seat-sharing arrangements.…

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Govt plans 44 airports for Hub and Spoke flights to boost global connectivity

India is developing a Hub and Spoke aviation model to become a global hub. Air India launched new flights connecting smaller cities to international destinations. This initiative aims to provide seamless travel for passengers from Tier-II and Tier-III airports. The government plans to develop 4 hubs and 40 additional airports…

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SC agrees to hear Kapil Sibal's plea on anti-defection law merger clause

The Supreme Court will hear Kapil Sibal's plea on the Tenth Schedule's interpretation. This plea questions how party mergers allow MLAs and MPs to avoid disqualification. The court noted Parliament should devise a mechanism for these complex issues. Sibal argued this provision significantly impacts the nation's political landscape. The case…

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Weather Tomorrow, July 24: What will weather be like in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad & other cities? Check IMD's rain forecast

Weather tomorrow, July 24: Several parts of India will witness rain and thunderstorms on Friday, July 24. Heavy rainfall is forecast for western, northern, and northeastern regions of the country. Major cities are also expected to experience cloudy skies and showers throughout the day. Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds…

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10 Best Places to Visit in India During the Monsoon

The monsoon season in India, usually from June to September, brings a fresh charm that cannot be experienced during any other time of the year. The dry hills turn green, rivers become full, waterfalls flow with great force, and cool breezes replace the summer heat. For travelers who enjoy nature,…

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Weather today, July 21: IMD issues heavy rain alert for Maharashtra, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Assam as active monsoon returns

Weather today, July 21: The India Meteorological Department forecasts a monsoon surge bringing heavy rains. Widespread rainfall is expected across north, east, and northeast India this week. Delhi, Mumbai, and several other states will witness moderate to heavy showers. Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand face extremely heavy rainfall, risking landslides. Residents…

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How to Build a Sustainable Wardrobe in India: Capsule Dressing, Khadi, and Thrift Without the Price Tag

Khadi Was Slow Fashion Before the Term ExistedThe Khadi and Village Industries Commission still lists over 7,000 registered khadi institutions across India, producing fabric by hand on charkhas that haven't changed much since the 1920s. That supply chain, short, traceable, low-waste, is the definition of ethical fashion. The problem is…

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India's Luxury Resort Districts: Which Ones Are Worth the Price and Which Are Overrated

Coorg, Karnataka: Worth Every RupeeCoorg earns its premium pricing because the district itself does the work. The coffee estates are real, the mist arrives without being arranged, and the better resorts, Orange County and Amanvana among them, are built into the terrain rather than imposed on it. A stay at…

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Goa BJP MLA, ex-minister Jennifer Monserrate passes away

Goa BJP MLA and former minister Jennifer Monserrate passed away on Sunday. She was 56 years old and represented the Taleigao constituency. Monserrate was a three-term legislator who joined the BJP in 2019. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant expressed his deep sorrow over her demise. He offered condolences to her family…

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Goa declares 1.02 crore sq m of eco-sensitive land as No Development Zone

Goa has declared over one crore square meters of sensitive land as a No Development Zone. This decision protects paddy fields and fragile environmental areas from future construction. The Town and Country Planning Board issued the notification on July sixteenth. Several areas in Salcette, Dharbandora, and Quepem talukas are now…

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Goa govt plans up to 50% subsidy on EVs for bike taxi, autorickshaw operators

The Goa government will offer up to a 50% subsidy on electric vehicles for licensed motorcycle pilots and autorickshaw operators, while setting up 70 new EV charging stations to boost clean mobility.

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The Story Behind India's Most Iconic Dishes And How They Got Their Names

India's food is more than a feast for the senses. It is a collection of stories passed down through generations. While most people know how these dishes taste, very few know why they carry the names they do. Some were named after kings, some after the places where they were…

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NBCC bags Rs 501.45-cr contracts, biggest in Rajasthan, to builds labs in 922 govt schools

State-owned NBCC has secured four new contracts valued at Rs 501.45 crore. The company will construct 2,256 science laboratories for Rajasthan schools on a turnkey basis. NBCC also received a Rs 60.61-crore engineering contract from Bharat Electronics Limited. Power Finance Corporation awarded two CSR initiative contracts to NBCC for facilitation…

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US national arrested from Indian border town for trying to cross into Nepal

Police say the US national had entered India illegally from Sri Lanka and been living in Goa since November 2025

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Sea route, lost passport, Nepal border: American national Jordan Brown held in UP

An American national was apprehended by SSB for entering India without valid documents. He had arrived in India via sea route in November 2025 and resided in Goa. The individual identified himself as Jordan Brown from California, USA. He was attempting to travel to Nepal without authorization when apprehended by…

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Skip the Coastal Highway: The Inland Mumbai to Goa Road Trip Route Worth Every Detour

Why the NH66 Is Not the Only Road SouthMost Mumbai-to-Goa drivers join the queue on NH66, the coastal highway, sometime around 4 a.m. and spend the next twelve hours overtaking trucks and watching the sea appear and disappear between petrol stations. It is a fine drive. It is also, by…

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