India Bans Export of Lithium-Ion Battery Black Mass to Boost Critical Mineral Recycling
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has prohibited the export of lithium-ion battery black mass to increase…
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NHAI Bars Bijwasan Toll Collection Agency From Tenders for One Month, Imposes ₹15 Lakh Fine
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has barred M/s Riddhi Siddhi Associates from participating in its ongoing…
Fossils of 30-Kilogram Prehistoric Rodent Discovered in Southern Thailand
Paleontologists have discovered fossils of a giant prehistoric rodent in southern Thailand, providing new evidence that large-bodied rodents…
Drivers Willing to Pay 10% More for Salmon-Safe Tires, WSU Study Finds
A new study led by Washington State University (WSU) suggests that consumers may be willing to pay around…
Wildlife Imports Associated With Increased Risk of Zoonotic Disease Outbreaks, Study Finds
A new global study has found that countries importing larger volumes of wildlife face a higher likelihood of…
Cannabis Used for Its Intoxicating Effects as Early as 2,800 Years Ago, Study Finds
Cannabis was used for its psychoactive properties nearly 2,800 years ago, according to new archaeological research conducted in…
Revised Prices of 1,364 Anti-Cancer Medicine Formulations Take Effect
Revised maximum retail prices (MRPs) of 1,364 anti-cancer medicine formulations came into effect across India on November 9,…
Delhi to Launch First Recreational Cruise Service on Yamuna River
Delhi is preparing to introduce its first recreational river cruise service along the Yamuna, adding a new attraction…
Sacred Relics of Shakyamuni Buddha Reach Bomdila Monastery for Public Darshan Until November 13
The sacred relics of Shakyamuni Buddha arrived at Thubchog Gatsel Ling (TGL) Monastery, also known as Lower Gompa,…
TRAI Introduces New Port Charges for IP-Based Telecom Interconnections From January 2027
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has introduced a revised framework for port charges applicable to IP-based…
PM Modi Holds Telephone Conversation With Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy over the phone on November 9, 2026, to…
Japanese backpacker shares what his 30-day India trip costs, triggers row after viral post
In the dusty alleys of Varanasi and the blue-washed lanes of Jodhpur, a Japanese backpacker’s blunt verdict has…
India’s 2027 Haj Quota Stays at 2026 Level of 175,025 Under New Saudi Deal
India and Saudi Arabia signed their 2027 Haj agreement in Jeddah on Monday, confirming 175,025 places for Indian…
Unfortified Plant-Based Dairy Alternatives May Increase Risk of Nutrient Deficiencies, Study Finds
Replacing dairy products with unfortified plant-based alternatives could reduce the intake of essential nutrients, according to a new…
Endangered Hawaiian Bird Uses Its Entire Body to Drill for Food, Study Reveals
A critically endangered Hawaiian bird has evolved an unusual way of finding food, using its distinctive beak and…
Over 21,000 Devotees Visit Tawang Monastery to Pay Homage to Buddha’s Sacred Relics
More than 21,000 devotees have visited Gaden Namgyal Lhatse, popularly known as Tawang Monastery, in Arunachal Pradesh to…
Ministry of Culture Partners With Google Arts & Culture to Digitise India’s Cultural Heritage
The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Google Arts &…
UIDAI Adds 300 Aadhaar Offline Verification Partners as App Downloads Near 7.5 Crore
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has onboarded 300 Offline Verification Seeking Entities (OVSEs) since the rollout…
UPSC Civil Services Mains 2026 Result Declared; Qualified Candidates to Appear for Interview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the results of the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026, with…
DRDO Successfully Tests Pralay Quasi-Ballistic Missile Off Odisha Coast
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted a flight test of its indigenously developed quasi-ballistic…