Chandigarh has one of India's lowest adult tobacco use rates
Chandigarh shines with just 13.7% adult tobacco users, among India's top 5 lowest. National rate is 28.6%. Data reveals a promising decline in youth tobacco consumption nationwide.
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LS Clears 25% Cess on Pan Masala, Tobacco Products
Lok Sabha passes bill imposing a 25% National Security and Health Cess on pan masala and tobacco. The move aims to curb consumption and fund public health initiatives. Read the full details.
SC: Arundhati Roy's book cover with bidi not an ad
Supreme Court dismisses plea for statutory warning on Arundhati Roy's book cover featuring a bidi, stating it's not a tobacco advertisement under COTPA Act. Read the full legal reasoning.
New Tobacco Tax Regime Targets Pan Masala Variants
FM Nirmala Sitharaman explains new Health & National Security Cess to replace GST compensation levy. Bill aims to stop tax evasion on pan masala, secure funds for public health and defence. Read more.
RJD MP Demands Ban on Gutka, Opposes New Health Cess Bill
RJD MP Sudhakar Singh opposes the Health Safety to National Security Cess Bill, 2025, demanding a complete ban on gutka and pan masala instead of a tax. He calls the bill a revenue-generating tactic.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill for Cess on Pan Masala, Tobacco
The Lok Sabha has passed a bill to collect a 10% cess on pan masala and tobacco products. The funds will support health initiatives and national security. Learn about the key provisions and financial impact.
Air India, Maldivian Partner for Maldives Island Connectivity
Air India partners with Maldivian to offer seamless travel to 16 remote Maldivian islands via Dharamshala and Bengaluru hubs. Explore new horizons with enhanced interline connectivity.
Air India, Maldivian Partner for Maldives Island Connectivity
Air India and Maldivian sign interline pact to boost travel to 16 remote Maldives islands via Velana International Airport. A win for tourism and connectivity.
US Travel Ban Widened to Include More Than 30 Nations
The Trump administration has significantly expanded its travel ban list to over 30 countries. Get the latest details on the policy shift and its global implications.
Jalandhar Media Wing's Anti-Tobacco Youth Campaign
Jalandhar's Mass Media Wing launches a major campaign to create tobacco-free youth. Learn about the awareness drive, health risks, and community action.
Trump's Migration Ban: Full of Contradictions, Experts Say
Trump's new immigration ban on 19 countries faces criticism for contradictions & discrimination. It may hurt US security & economy. Read the full analysis.
BAT Sells 7% ITC Hotels Stake Worth Rs 3,000 Crore
British American Tobacco plans to sell a 7% stake in ITC Hotels this Friday, valued at Rs 3,000 crore, as part of its strategy to exit non-core holdings. Read the full details of the deal.
RaKai's Twitch Ban Over Walmart Flower Incident Sparks Debate
Controversial streamer RaKai suspended by Twitch after viral Walmart clip. Was it a 2-year ban or a display bug? Details on the 'illegal activities' charge and the ethics of IRL streaming.
Sebi bans Avadhut Sathe, orders Rs 546 crore disgorgement
Sebi bans financial influencer Avadhut Sathe for market manipulation, ordering a massive Rs 546 crore disgorgement. Learn the details of the scheme that misled investors.
Parliament Approves Excise Duty on Tobacco Bill
The Indian Parliament has approved a bill to impose excise duty on tobacco. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the Rajya Sabha, detailing the legislation's aspects and responding to queries. Read the full story.
Central Excise Amendment Bill 2025 Passed by Parliament
Parliament has approved the Central Excise Amendment Bill, 2025, raising excise duty on tobacco products. The move aims to boost revenue and curb consumption. Read the full details and implications here.
Oral Cancer Risk: 5 Crucial Factors in India
Are you at risk for oral cancer? Learn about the top 5 contributing factors in India, from tobacco use to HPV, and discover essential prevention tips. Act now for better health.
MPs Reveal Tobacco Quit Struggles in Parliament Tax Debate
Lok Sabha MPs shared personal battles to quit tobacco during a debate on the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which proposes a new tax structure on tobacco products.
Lok Sabha Passes Tobacco Excise Duty Bill
Lok Sabha approves Central Excise Bill to tax tobacco. Finance Minister says revenue will go to divisible pool, with 41% for states. Opposition criticizes move as filling fiscal gap.
Govt clarifies tobacco levy is excise duty, not a new cess
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified in Lok Sabha that the tobacco levy is an excise duty, not a new cess. The move aims to keep cigarettes unaffordable and revenue will be shared with states.
Trump's Immigration Ban Halts All Applications from 19 Nations
The Trump administration halts all immigration from 19 countries, including India's neighbours. Expert warns of frozen cases, lawsuits. Read the full impact analysis.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill on Tobacco Excise Duty
The Lok Sabha has passed a crucial bill to amend excise duty rates on tobacco and its products. This legislative move aims to update the Central Excise Act, 1944. Read for details and implications.
Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 AI Glasses Launched in India
Meta launches its next-gen Ray-Ban smart glasses in India. Explore new styles like Wayfarer, Skyler & seasonal colors. Discover AI-powered features now available.
US Stops Immigration Applications from 19 Banned Countries
The Trump administration freezes all immigration applications, including green cards, for citizens of 19 countries under the expanded travel ban. This follows a National Guard shooting incident, leading to heightened scrutiny for applicants.
YouTube to block under-16 sign-ins in Australia from Dec 10
YouTube will comply with Australia's new social media law, banning users under 16 from signing in. Full account access will be lost, impacting creators and parental controls. Read details.
Australia's Social Media Ban for Under-16s Explained
Australia imposes a landmark ban on under-16s using major social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube from December 10. Learn about the fines, platform responses, and the government's 'purgatory' rationale.
Ajmer Panchayat Bans Extravagant Death Feast Tradition
Taragarh Khadim Panchayat in Ajmer bans extravagant death feasts, stopping free facilities to relieve poor families from debt. A move against superstition and financial burden.
India-Maldives EKUVERIN Joint Military Drill Starts
The 14th India-Maldives EKUVERIN joint military exercise commenced in Thiruvananthapuram on Dec 2. Aimed at boosting counter-terrorism skills, it runs until Dec 15. Read more.
Rakul Preet Singh's Maldives Getaway With Jackky Bhagnani
Rakul Preet Singh gives fans a glimpse of her tropical vacation in the Maldives with husband Jackky Bhagnani. See the stunning photos and her 'pure joy' caption.
Australia's Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Global Debate
Australia's new social media ban for under-16s ignites global debate on safety vs. freedom. Experts weigh in on impacts, enforcement challenges, and what it means for India's youth.
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