Shami, Rinku shine as Ranji Trophy Round 1 concludes

New Delhi, Oct 18 (UNI) Senior pacer Mohammed Shami’s inspiring comeback and Rinku Singh’s timely century headlined the opening round of the Ranji Trophy 2025-26, as Bengal and Uttar Pradesh registered strong starts to their campaigns. At Eden Gardens, Shami powered Bengal to an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Uttarakhand in their Group C clash, marking…

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FSSAI directs business operators to stop use of ‘ORS’ along with brand names

Hyderabad Oct 18 (UNI) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Saturday issued a directive mandating all food business operators- including those dealing with fruit-based, non-carbonated, and ready-to-drink beverages to stop the use of the term ‘ORS’ (Oral Rehydration Solution) in their labelling, advertisements, and brand names. In an official communication, the…

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PM Modi’s GST cuts fuels shopping frenzy ahead of Diwali

New Delhi, Oct 18 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s strategic GST rate cuts have unleashed an unprecedented wave of consumer spending, transforming this year’s Navratri into one of the most spectacular shopping festivals in recent memory, and fueling anticipation for a historic Diwali bonanza. With inflation cooling to an eight-year low—CPI at a mere 1.54…

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