Shimla, (UNI) The Himachal Apple Producers Association (Himachal Seb Utpadak Sangh) has strongly opposed the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed between India and New Zealand, alleging that it compromises the interests of apple, kiwi and pear growers across hill states and favours corporate farming interests abroad. In a press release issued here today, the Association…
Washington, (UNI) The Department of Homeland Security said it was replacing its longstanding lottery system for H-1B work visas with a new “weighted, wage-based selection process” approach that prioritizes skilled, higher-paid foreign workers. The change follows a series of actions by the Trump administration aimed at reshaping a visa program that critics say has become…
New Delhi, 25 Dec (UNI) Delhi residents woke up to the cleanest air the city has seen in nearly 50 days on Christmas morning, offering rare relief after weeks of hazardous pollution levels that have persisted since Diwali. At 8.05 am on Wednesday, Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 220, its lowest since early…
Kolkata, Dec 25 (UNI) Kolkata woke up to a sharp chill on Christmas morning as the minimum temperature dropped to 13.7 degrees Celsius, marking the coldest day of the season so far. The mercury fell suddenly into the 13-degree range, bringing a clear winter feel across the city. As the day began, residents stepped out…
New Delhi, Dec 25 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep grief on Thursday over the loss of lives in a horrific road accident in Karnataka’s Chitradurga district. In the early hours of following day, a private sleeper bus collided with a truck on National Highway 48, leading to a massive fire that claimed at…
Chitradurga, Dec 25 (UNI) As many as 10 people were killed and several others injured after a private sleeper bus collided head-on with a truck and caught fire in the early hours of Thursday in Karnataka’s Chitradurga district, police said. The accident occurred early morning near Gorlathu village in Hiriyur taluk on National Highway-48. The…
New Delhi, Dec 24 (UNI) Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal is set to make its theatrical debut in Japan, marking another significant milestone in the film’s global run. The high-octane action drama, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, will hit Japanese cinemas on February 13, 2026, following its massive box office success and global buzz. The…
Mumbai, Dec 24 (UNI) Bollywood filmmaker Ekta Kapoor has described her collaboration with veteran Malayalam actor Mohanlal as a deeply meaningful professional experience, calling it a matter of privilege to work alongside him. Among the many milestones this year was Balaji’s entry into Malayalam cinema, further expanding the banner’s creative potential. Reflecting on her experience…
New Delhi, Dec 24 (UNI) Actor Ali Fazal has sent fans into a frenzy by sharing the first-ever sneak peek of his iconic character ‘Guddu Bhaiya’ from ‘Mirzapur: The Film.’ The upcoming cinematic adaptation marks India’s first series-to-film expansion, bringing the gritty world of Mirzapur to the big screen. Shot against the stunning landscapes of…
Mumbai, Dec 24 (UNI) Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) has officially announced that it has completed the acquisition of natural deep-water North Queensland Export Terminal (NQXT) Australia, with a capacity of 50 million tonnes per annum, which supports Australia’s resource industry. The deal is pursuant to completion of all condition precedents, including…
