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.
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.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held a business roadshow in Osaka, Japan, inviting investment in key sectors like agriculture, IT, and manufacturing. Discover his vision for transforming Punjab into an industrial hub.
RBI Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta clarifies IMF's procedural concerns on India's data quality and the rupee's 'crawling peg' tag. Get the full story on the economic debate.
Karnataka's foreign tourist arrivals stagnate in early 2024, raising concerns. Explore the data, expert analysis, and the state's strategy to boost international tourism.
Government data reveals over 10,000 Indian students were refused entry to the US in five years. Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh shared details in Parliament. Read the full report.
Bihar reports record growth in milk, egg, and meat production for 2024-25, exceeding national rates. Yet, per capita availability for residents remains critically low compared to India's average. Details inside.
Japanese firm Toppan Speciality Films signs Rs 400 crore investment pact with Punjab, plans a skilling centre. CM Bhagwant Mann announces deal during Japan visit ahead of 2026 Investors' Summit.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann invites Japanese firms to invest in advanced manufacturing, mobility & renewable energy. He highlights the upcoming Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit for collaboration.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann leads a high-level delegation to Japan and South Korea for investor outreach ahead of the Progressive Punjab Summit. The mission aims to boost economic ties and engage with the diaspora.
Taj Mahal remains India's most popular monument, attracting 6.9 million visitors in 2024. Discover the full top 10 list and key tourism trends from the latest ASI data.
The IMF's critique of India's economic statistics highlights data quality issues but is seen as a cue for improvement, not alarm. India's 8.2% GDP growth for Q2 2025-26 remains robust. Read more.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann leads a delegation to Japan & South Korea to attract investments for the 2026 Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit, highlighting the state's business-friendly reforms.
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema refutes Himachal CM Sukhu's claim that drugs enter via Punjab, highlighting Himachal's internal failures and Punjab's anti-drug campaign results. Read the full political spat.
Punjab and Haryana High Court demands explanation for denying parole to Waris Punjab De chief Amritpal Singh. The court has given the state government two weeks to respond.
India's economy grew at 8.2% in Q2 FY25, its fastest pace in 6 quarters. Yet, the IMF gives its national accounts a 'C' grade, sparking a debate on data quality. We explain the clash and what it means.
Indian Medical Association launches affordable HPV vaccination program starting December. Cervical cancer kills 100 women daily in India. Learn how this initiative saves lives.
Former Punjab CM Capt Amarinder Singh reveals BJP's political strategy for Punjab, discusses alliance necessity and Chandigarh ownership dispute. Read exclusive insights now!
Punjab roadways bus services resume operations after union calls off 3-day strike. Thousands of passengers relieved as transport normalizes across the state.
Agra transforms from city of eternal love to UP's divorce hub with 762 petitions in September. Small towns lead the breakup boom as women assert rights and attitudes shift across Uttar Pradesh.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces state's biggest-ever road project covering 44,920 km with ₹16,209 crore investment. Villages to certify quality before payment release. Read details.
IMF maintains C-rating for India's national accounts while government prepares new GDP series for 2026. Learn what this means for India's economic data credibility and upcoming changes.
IMF maintains 'C' grade for India's GDP data, citing methodological issues. India plans major data overhaul with new 2022-23 base year series in February 2026. Read more.
Punjab cabinet approves empanelment of 300 specialist doctors, new border area incentives, GPS mining vehicle tracking & revised tender limits to boost public services.
Detailed analysis of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's ODI performances against South Africa ahead of crucial series. Discover their records, averages, and key statistics.
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema announced Rs 213 crore release under Rangla Punjab Scheme for constituency development. Learn how funds will transform villages and cities.
Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav reveals 324 police encounters since 2022, resulting in 68 deaths and improved law enforcement. Read about the state's crime crackdown.
Odisha government to implement proven road safety measures from successful states after recording 5,739 fatalities in 2023. Learn about the new initiatives and partnerships.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann launches Easy Registry Initiative in Mohali, streamlining property registration with transparent pricing and online services. Learn how this benefits citizens.
Indian cricket team's batting unit recorded second-lowest average in Test history during South Africa tour with no centuries. Analysis of batting collapse and historical context.
SMS Hospital treats 2-3 confirmed rabies cases monthly while government reports zero deaths. Official statistics miss fatalities due to lack of post-mortem testing. Learn the truth about rabies in Rajasthan.