Piyush Goyal asks industry to identify import substitutes, pushes local manufacturing to cut dependence

Piyush Goyal asks industry to identify import substitutes, pushes local manufacturing to cut dependence

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday urged industry stakeholders to identify products that can be manufactured domestically to reduce India’s dependence on imports and strengthen local production capabilities, PTI reported.Addressing domestic traders, the minister also asked industry to focus on boosting exports and prioritising products made in India over imported goods.“You should keep…

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Hundreds carry ‘LIVE’ snakes during Bihar's Nag Panchami mela; the fascinating history behind Samastipur's centuries-old serpent festival

Bihar Snake Festival: Hundreds carry ‘LIVE’ snakes during Bihar’s Nag Panchami mela; the fascinating history behind Samastipur’s centuries-old serpent festival

‘LIVE’ snakes during Bihar’s Nag Panchami mela (Instagram) Nag Panchami is probably one of the most famous snake festivals celebrated annually across India. But how Samastipur in Bihar celebrates Nag Panchami is not for the faint hearted! A quiet riverside town in Bihar, Samastipur transforms into one of India’s most extraordinary religious gatherings on this…

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Dubai visa rules 2026: 10 major UAE visa changes expats, workers and tourists need to know

Dubai Visa Rules 2026: Dubai visa rules 2026: 10 major UAE visa changes expats, workers and tourists need to know | World News

UAE unveils major visa changes for 2026, From golden visa perks to new travel opportunities / Image – file The UAE is rewriting its visa rulebook.In a year packed with immigration reforms, the country has unveiled a series of visa and residency changes that could affect millions of residents, tourists, students, investors and skilled professionals….

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Affordable areas with strong connectivity

Affordable areas with strong connectivity

In 2026, Pune continues to attract real estate investors thanks to its flourishing IT hubs, safety, startups and educational institutes. It’s a fact that Pune’s residential markets are most sought after, especially in regions including Koregaon Park, Kalyani Nagar, and Viman Nagar, among others. These places also command steep rents because of connectivity and social…

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Claim Hindu law is based on 'Manusmriti' wrong, says SG Tushar Mehta

Claim Hindu law is based on ‘Manusmriti’ wrong, says SG Tushar Mehta | India News

File photo: SG Tushar Mehta (Picture credit: ANI) NEW DELHI: Solicitor general Tushar Mehta on Saturday said associating Hindu law with ‘Manusmriti’ was a misconception as an overwhelming number of Hindus, except those in Assam and Bengal, followed the ‘Mitakshara’ school of thought.Delivering a lecture on ‘Ancient Wisdom & Legal Intelligence’, Mehta said, “People who…

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