VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Dog parents, you were right all along! Scientists finally find dogs can tell when you’re sad, scared, or angry – here’s why they want you to smile ICE agents to get electric shock gloves worth $20 million to remove ‘illegal aliens’ from US; sparks outrage Leavitt to leave White House podium to become MAGA warrior mom ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ should begin at RSS HQ, says Priyank Kharge NEW DELHI: Karnataka home minister Priyank Kharge on Thursday targeted the BJP over its ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign, saying it should begin at the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) headquarters in Nagpur.In a post on X, Kharge referred to RSS’s history of hoisting the Indian National Flag at its headquarters, saying the RSS did not hoist the Tricolour at its Nagpur headquarters for more than five decades after Independence.”For over five decades after Independence, the RSS did not hoist the Indian National Flag at its Nagpur headquarters. The Tricolour was officially hoisted only in 2002,” Kharge said in a post on X.He questioned why the organisation had chosen the Bhagwa Dhwaj over the national flag.”Before lecturing every Indian on patriotism, perhaps the BJP should first explain why its ideological parent choose the Bhagwa Dhwaj over the Tricolour and why the national flag was absent from its own headquarters for so long,” Kharge said.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesKharge also questioned the presence of the Indian Tricolour in RSS route marches, asking how many such marches had seen uniformed swayamsevaks carrying the national flag.”How many RSS route marches have you seen where swayamsevaks, in full uniform, proudly march carrying the Indian Tricolour? None. And these chaps go around giving “Desh Bhakt” certificates to everyone,” Kharge added.Kharge’s remarks came as the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign is underway ahead of Independence Day.Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2022 as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the campaign encourages citizens to hoist the National Flag at their homes and build a personal connection with the Tricolour.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosThreat Letter Targets Kashmiri Pandits In Kashmir, Employees Asked To Stay Alert Amid Security FearChilling Crash Video: Atiq Ahmed’s Son’s Creta Flips After Losing Control On Highway | WatchUdhayanidhi Backs CM Vijay’s Tamil Nadu Delimitation Stand, Demands No Cut In State’s LS SeatsFCRA Bill Sent To 31-Member JPC Amid Opposition Protests, Akhilesh-Rijiju Clash Over MinoritiesRijiju slams opposition over parliament chaos, says ‘running away from debate’Explained: Why Amritpal Singh’s Party Fielded Son of Indira Gandhi’s Assassin In Punjab Elections?Prashant Kishor Promises Jobs For 10,000 Bankipur Youths After Ending BJP’s 30-Year Hold | WatchIndia’s Map Move Rattles China: What Naming 27 Places In Arunachal Means?Air India Phuket-Delhi Pilot’s Confirmatory Dope Test Reportedly Positive For Marijuana, Sources SayTamil Nadu Assembly Passes Anti-NEET Resolution As DMK, AIADMK And PMK Back Abolition Demand123Photostories10 most hated foods in the world and why people can’t stand themFrom peacocks to mandalas: 10 best mehendi designs for Hariyali Teej 20267 protein and fiber-rich Oats & Egg combinations for a complete breakfastBirds that eat snakes: Nature’s unlikely serpent huntersKyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: From Smriti Irani to Amar Upadhyay, here’s how much the cast earns per episodeBeyond Payasam: Traditional South Indian sweets that deserve a tryPreity Zinta goes full royalcore in an Rs 42,500 fuchsia farshi salwar set for ‘Batwara 1947’ promotionsTaking multiple supplements every day? 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The attack in November 2025 on the Red Fort in Delhi was officially attributed to AQIS,” the report, published on August 10, stated.The assessment marks a significant shift in the attribution of the Red Fort attack, which had earlier been linked to the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM).The report noted that one member state had attributed a series of attacks to JeM and also linked the group to the Red Fort blast.The explosion occurred around 7 pm when a moving Hyundai i20 erupted in flames near the iconic monument.Investigators identified Umar-e-Nabi as the driver of the car and suspect him of carrying out the attack as a suicide bomber.Launched in 2014, AQIS is a regional affiliate of Al-Qaida.The group was formed to expand the organisation’s activities across South Asia, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and parts of Afghanistan.Meanwhile, the latest UNSC assessment also flagged broader concerns over the activities and capabilities of Al-Qaida and Islamic State (ISIL/Da’esh) affiliates.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe report noted that Al-Qaida and ISIL had for years shown interest in developing chemical and biological weapons but had so far failed to overcome the technical challenges involved. It also highlighted the widespread circulation of instructions on producing such agents in online terrorist communities.The report cited material published by ISIL’s English-language Invade magazine in February that included instructions related to botulinum toxin and cyanide. It also noted that ISIL-K had shown particular interest in ricin and circulated instructions on developing the toxin over the previous 12 months.(With ANI inputs)Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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You have to back off. People sometimes will…” The Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana Rasayan (BHAVYA Rasayan) scheme, announced in the Union Budget for 2026-27, was cleared by the Cabinet chaired by PM Modi. NEW DELHI: The Centre has formally notified the BHAVYA Rasayan scheme to establish three greenfield chemical parks across the country, paving the way for states to compete for projects aimed at boosting domestic chemical manufacturing, reducing import dependence and attracting investment.The Gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers operationalises the scheme approved by the Union Cabinet last month. With a total outlay of Rs 3,030 crore, the scheme will run from 2026-27 to 2030-31 and support the creation of shared industrial infrastructure for the chemical sector.Under the scheme, the Centre will provide up to Rs 1,000 crore for each chemical park, subject to the concerned state contributing at least Rs 500 crore. Any expenditure beyond this will have to be borne by the state government. Each park must have a minimum 8 sq km (2,000 acres) of contiguous, encumbrance-free land.The parks will be selected through a challenge-based competitive process, with proposals evaluated on predefined quantitative and qualitative parameters, including strategic relevance, financial viability, implementation plans and long-term sustainability.According to the notification, the parks will provide common facilities such as central effluent treatment plants, hazardous waste management systems, water supply, solvent recovery and distillation units, steam generation and distribution networks, interconnected pipelines, logistics infrastructure, laboratory testing centres and emergency response facilities, enabling industries to reduce costs and improve environmental compliance.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe government said the scheme is aimed at strengthening the entire chemical value chain, enhancing domestic production capacity, improving cost competitiveness, promoting exports and import substitution, attracting domestic and foreign investment, and generating employment, while contributing to the goal of Viksit Bharat 2047.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosThreat Letter Targets Kashmiri Pandits In Kashmir, Employees Asked To Stay Alert Amid Security FearChilling Crash Video: Atiq Ahmed’s Son’s Creta Flips After Losing Control On Highway | WatchUdhayanidhi Backs CM Vijay’s Tamil Nadu Delimitation Stand, Demands No Cut In State’s LS SeatsFCRA Bill Sent To 31-Member JPC Amid Opposition Protests, Akhilesh-Rijiju Clash Over MinoritiesRijiju slams opposition over parliament chaos, says ‘running away from debate’Explained: Why Amritpal Singh’s Party Fielded Son of Indira Gandhi’s Assassin In Punjab Elections?Prashant Kishor Promises Jobs For 10,000 Bankipur Youths After Ending BJP’s 30-Year Hold | WatchIndia’s Map Move Rattles China: What Naming 27 Places In Arunachal Means?Air India Phuket-Delhi Pilot’s Confirmatory Dope Test Reportedly Positive For Marijuana, Sources SayTamil Nadu Assembly Passes Anti-NEET Resolution As DMK, AIADMK And PMK Back Abolition Demand123Photostories7 protein and fiber-rich Oats & Egg combinations for a complete breakfastBirds that eat snakes: Nature’s unlikely serpent huntersKyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: From Smriti Irani to Amar Upadhyay, here’s how much the cast earns per episodeBeyond Payasam: Traditional South Indian sweets that deserve a tryPreity Zinta goes full royalcore in an Rs 42,500 fuchsia farshi salwar set for ‘Batwara 1947’ promotionsTaking multiple supplements every day? 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Students await link after official August 12 announcement ‘I don’t have to mark my attendance every Friday’: Ashok Selvan opens up at ‘Anbil Avan’ title teaser Leo Moon conjunct Venus & Ketu today: Find your zodiac sign’s lucky color & number to boost financial clarity Buffalo Bills’ co-owner Kim Pegula makes rare emotional appearance at new stadium after cardiac arrest and brain injury Supreme Court has stepped up efforts to bring greater uniformity to cancer reporting NEW DELHI: With the National Cancer Registry Programme covering only a fraction of India’s population and rural cancer surveillance remaining particularly limited, the Supreme Court has stepped up efforts to bring greater uniformity to cancer reporting. The court on Tuesday asked the 19 States and Union Territories that have not yet notified cancer as a notifiable disease to consider doing so, a move that could make reporting of newly detected cases to public health authorities mandatory.Such notification could help plug gaps in cancer surveillance by giving health authorities a more complete picture of the country’s cancer burden, including where cases are rising and which populations are most affected. The data could in turn help shape policies on prevention, early detection, treatment capacity and allocation of healthcare resources.A bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant passed the order on a plea filed by a retired AIIMS doctor after his lawyer Gaurav Bansal told the court that NCRP covers only 10% of population and rural coverage is less than 1%.The push assumes greater significance against the backdrop of the WHO’s latest Global Status Report on Cancer, which estimates that 92% of people globally will be affected by cancer either directly or through a close family member. The report also projects annual cancer cases to rise to nearly 35 million by 2050.The Supreme Court was informed that 17 of India’s 36 States and UTs have already notified cancer, following recommendations of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare. The remaining 19 have now been asked to consider similar action.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesDr Pragya Shukla, Head of Clinical Oncology at Delhi State Cancer Institute, said standardised, disease-specific and timely data was essential to track India’s changing cancer burden, identify regional and demographic trends, and assess the impact of prevention and treatment programmes. Such a system, she said, would complement existing cancer registries, help identify high-burden areas, improve planning for treatment infrastructure and medicines, and strengthen evidence-based cancer control. Govil added that reliable data would be critical for planning prevention, early detection and resource allocation.The Indian Cancer Society welcomed the intervention, saying national notification could help build a comprehensive cancer surveillance system. “The Supreme Court’s intervention is a significant development, and we welcome its direction to the remaining States and Union Territories to move towards cancer notification,” said Jyotsna Govil, Chairperson, Indian Cancer Society, Delhi. However, she stressed that notification alone would not suffice and called for a uniform national framework with common definitions, reporting standards and data protocols to ensure comparable and interoperable data across states.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosThreat Letter Targets Kashmiri Pandits In Kashmir, Employees Asked To Stay Alert Amid Security FearChilling Crash Video: Atiq Ahmed’s Son’s Creta Flips After Losing Control On Highway | WatchUdhayanidhi Backs CM Vijay’s Tamil Nadu Delimitation Stand, Demands No Cut In State’s LS SeatsFCRA Bill Sent To 31-Member JPC Amid Opposition Protests, Akhilesh-Rijiju Clash Over MinoritiesRijiju slams opposition over parliament chaos, says ‘running away from debate’Explained: Why Amritpal Singh’s Party Fielded Son of Indira Gandhi’s Assassin In Punjab Elections?Prashant Kishor Promises Jobs For 10,000 Bankipur Youths After Ending BJP’s 30-Year Hold | WatchIndia’s Map Move Rattles China: What Naming 27 Places In Arunachal Means?Air India Phuket-Delhi Pilot’s Confirmatory Dope Test Reportedly Positive For Marijuana, Sources SayTamil Nadu Assembly Passes Anti-NEET Resolution As DMK, AIADMK And PMK Back Abolition Demand123Photostories7 protein and fiber-rich Oats & Egg combinations for a complete breakfastBirds that eat snakes: Nature’s unlikely serpent huntersKyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: From Smriti Irani to Amar Upadhyay, here’s how much the cast earns per episodeBeyond Payasam: Traditional South Indian sweets that deserve a tryPreity Zinta goes full royalcore in an Rs 42,500 fuchsia farshi salwar set for ‘Batwara 1947’ promotionsTaking multiple supplements every day? 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Media groups sue over Truth Social’s paid access In 2025, Virginia spent $8 million rebuilding 1.09 miles of Ragged Island shoreline; the project created 2.6 acres of new marsh and 2.2 acres of oyster reef while cutting hundreds of tons of sediment entering Chesapeake Bay FSSAI warns influencers of legal action over unverified food claims NEW DELHI: From “boosts immunity” to “rich in nutrients”, food claims endorsed by celebrities and social media influencers are now under the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India’s (FSSAI) scanner. In a significant move aimed at curbing misleading promotions, the regulator has warned influencers and celebrities that endorsing unverified food claims could invite legal action, even as it cracked down on manufacturers selling unsafe food products.The advisory comes at a time when food brands are increasingly relying on digital creators and celebrities to market health drinks, protein supplements, snacks and packaged foods to millions of consumers online. FSSAI has asked influencers to verify that every claim made by a brand is truthful, scientifically substantiated and compliant with food safety regulations before lending their name or credibility.The regulator said endorsements are more than advertisements because consumers often trust the people promoting them. It cautioned influencers against amplifying claims such as “boosts immunity” or “rich in nutrients” unless they are backed by evidence and permitted under food laws. Misleading food advertisements and endorsements, it said, can attract action under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and the Food Safety and Standards (Advertising and Claims) Regulations, 2018.Alongside the advisory, FSSAI prohibited the manufacture, sale and distribution of food products made by M/s Shree Shyam Foods, M/s Bharat Food Products and M/s KDP Food Industry after government laboratories found their ghee and mustard oil products unsafe for consumption.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe regulator also penalised Dharwad Mishra Pedha and Food Processing Industry in Karnataka after its Motichoor laddoos were found to contain Tartrazine at 2,670.5 mg/kg, more than 26 times the permissible limit of 100 mg/kg. Shree Chemfood Pvt Ltd of Gujarat was similarly penalised after samples of iodised salt were found to be substandard and misbranded.FSSAI has also urged consumers to report misleading food advertisements and celebrity endorsements through its Food Safety Connect platform.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. 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NEW DELHI: The Joint Action Forum on Minorities that had led a delegation of representatives of Churches to meet Home Minister Amit Shah last week described the decision of the govt to refer the FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 to a Joint Parliamentary Committee as a “positive step” that presents an “important opportunity for a comprehensive, clause-by-clause review of its provisions and their implications”.A host of Church bodies last week met and urged home minister Amit Shah to either withdraw the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill or send it to a joint parliamentary committee for scrutiny.In their representation to HM, the delegation representing Catholic, Protestant and Orthodox Churches from across India organised under Joint Action Forum on Minorities with DMK MP P Wilson as its chairperson, had sought that the Bill is withdrawn in entirety or in alternate be referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee together with a review of the working of the Principal FCRA Act 2010 itself”.On Wednesday, Wilson in a statement on X thanked DMK President MK Stalin and all opposition parties in the Lok Sabha for their unified demand to withdraw the FCRA Amendment Bill 2026, even though it was decided by a majority voice vote to refer it to the Joint Parliamentary Committee.“Although the govt has not agreed to withdraw the FCRA Bill 2026 entirely, the Union Government’s decision to refer the Bill to the Joint Parliamentary Committee is a positive step,” he added.“This is a sensitive issue where a balance must be struck between the govt’s authority over financial control and the rights of minority institutions to receive charitable contributions. This funding supports schools, colleges, hospitals, and other public service institutions. The government will be unable to fund these activities if contributions cease,” he added.Wilson said that the referral of the Bill to the JPC presents an important opportunity for a comprehensive, clause-by-clause review of its provisions and their implications. “We hope and expect that the Committee will listen to all stakeholders and carefully consider the constitutional, legal, and practical concerns raised by religious, educational, healthcare, charitable, and civil society institutions,” he said.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe National Council of Churches in India, General Secretary, Asir Ebenezer welcomed the Bill and said that they look forward to engaging with “the JPC as they prepare the report for the Winter session”. NCCI was part of the delegation that met the HM as part of the Joint Action Forum on Minorities.“On behalf of the historic and nationally networked Protestant and Orthodox Churches in India representing the religious and mission aspirations of 19 million Christians we thank the Home Minister and the govt for heeding to the request of the Christian community,” he added.Get the latest India News and Live updates. 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