Chandigarh Industrial Reforms: Centre Examines FAR, Land Use Relaxations
The Centre forms a task force to deregulate building laws & boost industry in Chandigarh. Key focus: FAR, land use, and easing business processes. Details inside.
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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.
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.
HC Seeks Govt Reply on Hyderabad Land Policy PILs
Telangana High Court directs state and central governments to file counters on PILs challenging Hyderabad's industrial land transformation policy. Next hearing on Dec 29.
Chennai's Manjappai bags at half price from Feb
Tamil Nadu's Meendum Manjappai initiative gets a boost as yellow cloth bags will be sold at half price via vending machines in Chennai from February. TNPCB drives eco-friendly shift.
Ahmedabad: 13 Hospitals Sealed for Lacking BU Permission
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation intensifies its drive, sealing 13 hospitals in the city's eastern part for operating without mandatory Building Use permission. Details inside.
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.
SC Declines PIL on Regulating AI in Judiciary
India's Supreme Court declined to entertain a PIL seeking AI regulation in courts but acknowledged the concerns. The CJI invited the petitioner to submit recommendations directly to the court. Read the full story.
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.
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.
37 Kolkata Buildings Get Notices for Illegal Hotels, Guest Houses
NKDA issues stop operation notices to 37 residential buildings in New Town, Kolkata, for illegally running hotels and guest houses without fire safety permissions. Read the full crackdown details.
Woman Uses Smartphone While Swimming, Sparks Debate
A viral video shows a woman scrolling her phone while swimming in Sydney. This incident highlights Australia's 6-hour daily screen time and the rising issue of smartphone addiction. Read more.
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.
Noida Power Demand Rises 120 MW Yearly, Driven by New Homes
Noida's electricity demand is rising by 120 MW yearly, fueled by new residential connections and industrial expansion. The discom is upgrading infrastructure to meet the challenge. Read more.
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.
Ahmedabad: 16 Hospitals Sealed by AMC for No Occupancy Clearance
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation cracks down, sealing 28 units including hospitals and schools operating without mandatory Building Use permission. Details on the drive and the 2020 fire that spurred action.
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.
Non-Stick Cookware Health Risks & Safety Guide
Dr. Anshuman Kaushal explains the hidden health risks of non-stick pans. Learn about toxic fumes from overheating, PFOA dangers, and 5 essential rules for safe cooking.
Mike Tyson: Family Pleaded After He Quit Cannabis
Mike Tyson opens up on podcast about his deep cannabis connection, a $40,000 monthly habit, and why his family begged him to start smoking again after a 5-day break.
China's Opaque Nuclear Posture Reaffirmed, Pentagon Warns
A new Pentagon report highlights China's refusal to clarify its nuclear doctrine, raising global concerns over strategic ambiguity. Discover the implications for India and global security.
Genetic Drivers of Oral Cancer in Women Found in Kolar Study
A new women-centric study from Kolar, Karnataka, identifies key genetic mutations like CASP8 driving aggressive oral cancer in female tobacco chewers, paving the way for personalised treatment. Read more.
Govt Bills to Levy Excise on Tobacco, Cess on Pan Masala
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduces bills to impose excise duty on tobacco and a health cess on pan masala, ensuring high taxes after GST compensation ends. Read the details.
Lok Sabha passes Manipur GST Bill amid protests
Lok Sabha passed the Manipur GST Bill and introduced new cess bills on tobacco products. The session faced adjournments due to opposition protests demanding discussion on electoral roll revision.
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