Shrimp export crisis: CM N Chandrababu Naidu says US tariffs cause Rs 25,000 cr loss; seeks Centre’s urgent relief for aquaculture sector
Andhra Pradesh faces shrimp export order cancellations. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu says US tariffs caused Rs 25,000 crore loss to the aquaculture sector. He requests Nirmala Sitharaman, Piyush Goyal, and Rajiv Ranjan Singh for support. Naidu wants relaxed GST rules and a corpus fund. He also seeks infrastructure improvements and campaigns to boost domestic…
Earthquake: Magnitude 6.0 quake strikes Alaska on Thanksgiving morning; no tsunami warnings
A strong 6.0 magnitude earthquake shook south-central Alaska on Thanksgiving Day. Tremors were felt widely across Anchorage and nearby areas. The quake’s epicentre was southwest of Willow. Authorities are assessing the situation. No injuries or damage have been reported so far. No tsunami warning was issued for the region.
‘Dashavatar’: Marathi thriller nears Rs 10 cr mark
Subodh Khanolkar’s Marathi thriller ‘Dashavatar’ is performing well at the box office, nearing the Rs 10 Cr milestone after collecting an estimated Rs 8.15 Cr in its opening week. The film’s success is attributed to its blend of suspense and tradition, along with strong performances from Dilip Prabhavalkar and the ensemble cast. Consistent weekday collections…
From El Salvador to Uganda: Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s fight takes new turn, Trump admin pushes deportation; Kristi Noem brands him MS-13 ‘child predator’
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland construction worker once wrongly deported to El Salvador, surrendered to US authorities amidst claims of MS-13 affiliation. Facing human smuggling charges he denies, Abrego Garcia now faces potential deportation to Uganda under a controversial agreement. His case involves legal battles, family separation, and accusations from Homeland Security, leaving his future…
Exclusive – Sumbul Touqeer on Independence Day: “This 15th August, Let’s Also Give Freedom to the Dogs”
On India’s 78th Independence Day, actor Sumbul Touqeer emphasizes that freedom should inspire compassion and equality for all. She urges citizens to demonstrate patriotism through daily acts of kindness and responsibility, reflecting on whether their actions truly honor the gift of independence.
Ja’Marr Chase reportedly faces a $507K salary loss after suspension in a major setback for the Bengals
The NFL has upheld Ja’Marr Chase’s one-game suspension. This decision means Chase will lose over $500,000 in salary. The Bengals will now play without their star receiver against the Patriots. This impacts the team’s offensive strategy and rhythm. The league’s ruling sends a strong message about accountability on the field.
0% job placement for over 2300 trained youths from Odisha even after skill training: CAG
A recent CAG audit revealed a stark failure in Odisha’s Placement Linked Training Programme (PLTP). Shockingly, none of the 2,311 youths trained between 2014 and 2021 secured jobs, despite a 70% placement promise. This resulted in a waste of ₹3.66 crore paid to trainers.
FMD, JE virus hit livestock in Arunachal’s West Siang dist
Foot-and-mouth disease has caused 18 mithun deaths in Arunachal Pradesh’s West Siang district, leading to a ban on animal and meat product movement. The district administration has established a quarantine gate to control the FMD outbreak. Additionally, Japanese Encephalitis virus has been confirmed in pigs within the Kamba circle.
CM Mohan Charan Majhi to lead BJP campaign for Nuapada byelection with roadshow today
CM Mohan Charan Majhi will campaign for the Nuapada byelection with a roadshow in Komna on Thursday and a rally on Saturday. Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai will also address a public rally. The BJD’s Naveen Patnaik is also scheduled to visit Nuapada on Friday, intensifying the political fervor in the district.