NEW DELHI, September 3 — In a strategic move to address rising obesity rates among young adult males, the Ministry of AYUSH has announced a new initiative focused on yoga-based wellness sessions for men aged 30 to 35. The program, part of a broader national obesity awareness campaign, will be rolled out across Ayushman Aarogya…
Tagore Government College of Education (TGCE), Puducherry, hosted a comprehensive awareness programme aimed at promoting a drug-free society under the banner of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA). The initiative, backed by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, is part of a nationwide campaign to combat substance abuse through education, community engagement, and behavioral…
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, has announced annual salary hikes ranging from 4.5% to 7% for the majority of its employees, effective September 1, 2025. The company has also extended double-digit increments—exceeding 10%—to top-performing staff, marking a strategic move to retain talent amid evolving industry dynamics. The hike applies to employees…
The TSG Charitable Foundation successfully organized a state-level drawing competition in Hyderabad, bringing together over 500 students from across Telangana to showcase their artistic talents. The event, held as part of the 6th Telangana State Level Drawing Competition 2025, was conducted in collaboration with Cultivating Art, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting creative expression among…
As cyber fraud continues to evolve in sophistication and scale, a recent TechTonic report has shed light on the alarming rise of digital scams in India and offered practical strategies to help citizens stay one step ahead of online tricksters. With over 36 lakh cyber fraud complaints registered in 2024 alone, resulting in financial losses…
New Delhi, September 1, 2025 — India’s digital payments ecosystem continues its meteoric rise as the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) recorded an unprecedented 20.01 billion transactions in August 2025, according to data released by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). The total transaction value stood at ₹24.85 lakh crore, marking a significant leap in…
A specialized training programme focusing on the scientific rearing of Teressa goats and Nicobari pigs was successfully conducted in Great Nicobar, aimed at enhancing livestock productivity and promoting sustainable animal husbandry practices among local farmers. Organized under the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, the initiative formed part of the broader Goat and Piggery…
Global pop icon Taylor Swift has officially announced her engagement to NFL star Travis Kelce, marking a high-profile union that has captivated fans and media alike. The couple shared the news on August 26 via a joint Instagram post featuring a series of romantic photographs, including Kelce proposing under a floral gazebo and a close-up…
In a significant governance development, shareholders of IndusInd Bank have voted against a proposal by promoter entity IndusInd International Holdings Ltd (IIHL) to induct two nominee directors to the bank’s board. The resolution, which required an amendment to the Articles of Association, was defeated at the bank’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on August 29,…
In a significant step toward promoting local enterprise and indigenous products, the Andaman and Nicobar Administration inaugurated the ‘Dweep Sugandh’ sale outlet at Haddo, Port Blair. The initiative, spearheaded by the Department of Industries, aims to showcase and market the unique produce of the islands under the One District One Product (ODOP) framework. The outlet…
