VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html 2026 Tata Tiago teased, launch soon: New design, EV version revealed After admitting that Nvidia share in China has fallen to Zero, CEO Jensen Huang tells Chinese company Huawei: We have … NEW DELHI: India has stepped up Ebola surveillance and screening measures at airports after the World Health Organization declared the Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa a “Public Health Emergency of International Concern” (PHEIC), with health authorities issuing a fresh advisory for passengers arriving from or transiting through affected countries.The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), under the Union health ministry, has asked travellers coming from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda and South Sudan to immediately report to airport health officers if they experience symptoms such as fever, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness, headache, sore throat, muscle pain or unexplained bleeding.The advisory, issued by the Airport Health Organisation (APHO), also directs passengers who had direct contact with the blood or body fluids of a suspected or confirmed Ebola patient to report at airport health desks before immigration clearance.Officials said travellers developing symptoms within 21 days of arrival have been advised to seek immediate medical care and inform healthcare authorities about their travel history.The health ministry has maintained that no Ebola case has been reported in India so far, but surveillance and preparedness measures are being strengthened as a precautionary step.Ebola is a severe viral disease that spreads through direct contact with infected blood or bodily fluids and can cause high fever, bleeding and multi-organ complications. Unlike airborne infections such as Covid-19, Ebola does not spread through casual contact, but experts say early detection and isolation remain critical to prevent outbreaks.The WHO declaration has prompted several countries to intensify monitoring of international travellers and strengthen public health preparedness systems.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: India and Italy elevated their bilateral relationship to a “Special Strategic Partnership” during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official visit to Italy, unveiling a wide-ranging set of agreements spanning defence, critical minerals, higher education, maritime cooperation, healthcare, agriculture, culture, climate research and Ayurveda. The outcomes announced during the visit reflected both countries’ push to deepen strategic and economic cooperation amid evolving global geopolitical and supply chain challenges.The visit also saw both sides place strong emphasis on technology collaboration, clean energy, innovation, mobility partnerships and people-to-people ties, while opening new avenues for cooperation in defence manufacturing, scientific research and cultural exchange.India-Italy ties elevated to ‘special strategic partnership’The biggest diplomatic takeaway from the visit was the elevation of India-Italy relations to a “Special Strategic Partnership”.The move signals a major upgrade in bilateral engagement and reflects growing cooperation between the two countries across multiple strategic sectors.Key focus areas:Trade and investmentTechnology and innovationDefence cooperationClean energy collaborationEducation and cultural exchangesMobility and people-to-people tiesThe upgraded partnership is expected to institutionalise deeper collaboration between New Delhi and Rome amid increasing global focus on resilient supply chains and strategic partnerships.Defence, technology and strategic cooperationIndia and Italy announced a Defence Industrial Roadmap aimed at strengthening long-term defence cooperation and boosting manufacturing partnerships.Key focus areas:Enhance defence cooperation and defence manufacturing ecosystemsFacilitate joint development of advanced technologiesSupport indigenous capacity building in the defence sectorThe agreement aligns with India’s broader push for defence indigenisation and joint production with trusted global partners.MoU on critical minerals cooperationBoth countries signed a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in critical minerals, a sector increasingly viewed as strategically important for energy transition technologies and electronics manufacturing.What it includes:Streamlining exploration and cooperation in critical mineralsFacilitating advanced technology collaborationPromoting investments across the mineral value chainCritical minerals such as lithium, cobalt and rare earth elements are considered essential for electric vehicles, batteries and renewable energy systems.India, Italy strengthen anti-financial crime cooperationAn agreement was signed between Italy’s Guardia di Finanza and India’s Directorate of Enforcement.Focus areas:Combating tax crimesTackling money launderingCountering terror financingCapacity building in economic and financial mattersThe cooperation is expected to improve coordination between investigative agencies on cross-border financial crimes.Education, research and innovation partnershipsIndia and Italy unveiled a roadmap to deepen cooperation in higher education and research.The roadmap seeks to:Improve research quality and advanced learning ecosystemsStrengthen institutional partnershipsEnhance exchange of expertise and best practicesBuild youth capacity and improve employabilityThe agreement aims to create stronger academic and research linkages between institutions in both countries.Climate research partnership between IITM Pune and Italy’s CMCCIndia’s Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune and Italy’s CMCC signed an MoU focused on climate and sustainability research.Areas of cooperation:Climate change researchSustainability studiesStudent and faculty exchangesInstitutional collaborationThe partnership is expected to support scientific collaboration on climate modelling and environmental sustainability.DST-Elettra cooperation to boost advanced scientific researchIndia’s Department of Science and Technology and Italy’s Elettra Sincrotrone Trieste agreed to expand cooperation in advanced scientific research.Key benefits:Access for Indian researchers to Elettra’s synchrotron radiation facilityOpportunities for technological exchange and fundingUpgradation of joint beamlinesResearch advancement in material and life sciencesThe collaboration is expected to strengthen India’s scientific research ecosystem.Healthcare and mobility initiativesOne of the major people-centric outcomes of the visit was cooperation on facilitating mobility of nurses from India to Italy as the latter opens a pathway for mobility of Indian nurses.Expected impact:Employment opportunities for Indian nursesGreater recognition of India’s skilled healthcare workforceEnhanced cooperation in healthcare capacity buildingThe agreement comes amid rising global demand for trained healthcare professionals.India, Italy sign MoU on Ayurveda cooperationThe two countries also agreed to cooperate in the field of Ayurveda.Focus areas:Global promotion of Ayurvedic knowledgeInstitutional partnershipsJoint research initiativesFaculty and student exchangesThe agreement supports India’s efforts to internationalise traditional systems of medicine.Maritime, infrastructure and agriculture cooperationIndia and Italy signed an MoU on maritime transport and ports.What it aims to achieve:Strengthening India’s maritime infrastructureEnhancing cooperation in port-related sectorsGenerating employment opportunities in the maritime industryThe agreement complements India’s broader maritime infrastructure push.Lothal maritime heritage project gets Italian collaborationAn MoU was signed for the development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal in Gujarat.Why it matters:Supports preservation of Indian cultural heritageEncourages knowledge sharing in heritage protectionShowcases India’s maritime history and cultural richnessThe project aligns with the government’s “Vikas Bhi Virasat Bhi” vision.India, Italy deepen agriculture cooperationBoth sides signed an MoU on bilateral cooperation in agriculture.Key areas:Access to better technology and farming expertiseKnowledge and skill enhancement for Indian farmersPromotion of sustainable farming practicesThe cooperation aims to improve productivity and agricultural innovation.Marine exports agreement to boost seafood tradeAn agreement was signed between India’s Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) and ASSOITTICA ITALIA, the association of Italian seafood companies.Expected outcomes:Increased export of Indian marine products to ItalyExpansion of bilateral seafood tradeEmployment generation in India’s marine products sectorCulture, tourism and people-to-people tiesIndia and Italy to celebrate 2027 as year of culture and tourism.The initiative is expected to:Promote cultural exchangesBoost two-way tourismCreate employment opportunities in the tourism sectorThe move is aimed at deepening people-to-people engagement and cultural understanding.PollWhich area do you believe will benefit the most from the India-Italy partnership?Defence and technologyTrade and economyA broad-based expansion of India-Italy tiesThe outcomes of Prime Minister Modi’s Italy visit reflected a broad-based expansion of bilateral ties beyond traditional diplomacy and trade. From defence manufacturing and critical minerals to Ayurveda, climate science and cultural cooperation, the agreements signalled an attempt by both countries to build a more strategic and future-oriented partnership.The elevation of ties to a “Special Strategic Partnership” is expected to provide a framework for sustained cooperation across sectors viewed as critical to both countries’ long-term economic and strategic priorities.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 MediaVideosTMC Faces Double Setback As MLAs Skip Protest And Councillors Resign In Two MunicipalitiesSTORY FALTA REPOLL BEGINSTMC Alleges Post-Poll Violence, Harassment Of Workers During Kolkata ProtestModi-Meloni Talks Boost India-Italy Defence, IMEC And Technology CooperationModi-Meloni Talks Boost India-Italy Defence, IMEC And Technology Cooperation’India Won’t Tolerate Any Form Of Nuclear Blackmail’: Rajnath Singh In South KoreaWho Is Ryan Williams? 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Rs 600 crore railway land, 500 hutments, Eid fears: Why Mumbai’s massive eviction drive exploded into chaos . NEW DELHI: Amid the booming market for skin-enhancing and anti-ageing procedures, the Centre has said cosmetic products cannot be injected into the body or promoted as treatment, drawing a clear line between beauty products and medical interventions.In a public notice issued on May 18, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) said products supplied in injectable form do not qualify as cosmetics under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940. “No cosmetic is permitted to be used as injection by consumer/professionals/aesthetic clinics,” the notice, issued by Drugs Controller General of India Dr Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi, stated. The move comes amid the growing popularity of injectable aesthetic procedures offered by beauty clinics and cosmetic centres, including products marketed for skin brightening, anti-ageing and facial enhancement.Dr Kabir Sardana from the dermatology department of RMl hospital said many injectable cosmetic procedures use chemicals whose benefits are not scientifically proven, especially for conditions that often do not require injections. Referring to mesotherapy and injections promoted for melasma, he said most are not approved by the US FDA and are being used off-label. He said such procedures can cause side effects, including atypical mycobacterial infections, local reactions, while adding to patients’ financial burden.The regulator said cosmetics are legally intended only for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness or altering appearance, and cannot be used for treatment by professionals or individuals.CDSCO also flagged misleading advertisements and false claims by companies. It said use of prohibited ingredients, treatment claims and injectable application of cosmetic products would amount to violations under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and Cosmetics Rules, 2020.The regulator has asked consumers, healthcare professionals and manufacturers to report violations to CDSCO and state licensing authorities.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 MediaVideosTMC Faces Double Setback As MLAs Skip Protest And Councillors Resign In Two MunicipalitiesSTORY FALTA REPOLL BEGINSTMC Alleges Post-Poll Violence, Harassment Of Workers During Kolkata ProtestModi-Meloni Talks Boost India-Italy Defence, IMEC And Technology CooperationModi-Meloni Talks Boost India-Italy Defence, IMEC And Technology Cooperation’India Won’t Tolerate Any Form Of Nuclear Blackmail’: Rajnath Singh In South KoreaWho Is Ryan Williams? 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Paying tribute to him, Rahul said he would continue working towards fulfilling his father’s vision of a strong and prosperous India.In a post on X, Rahul Gandhi wrote, “Papa, I will fully shoulder the responsibility of realizing the dream of a skilled, prosperous, and strong India that you envisioned. Your teachings, your values, and your memories will always remain with me.”Senior Congress leaders, including Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, also paid homage to Rajiv Gandhi at his memorial Vir Bhumi in Delhi. Priyanka Gandhi’s children Miraya and Raihan Vadra were also present during the tribute ceremony.Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge remembered Rajiv Gandhi as a ‘remarkable son of India’ and highlighted his role in shaping modern India through reforms in technology, education and local governance.In a post on X, Kharge wrote, “India is an old country but a young nation… I dream of India — strong, independent, self-reliant and in the front rank of the nations of the world, in the service of mankind.””On his martyrdom day, we pay our deepest respects to Former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Rajiv Gandhi, a remarkable son of India who inspired hope and aspiration in millions across the nation,” he added.Senior Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda described Rajiv Gandhi as a symbol of hope for the youth and said the Gandhi family had made sacrifices for the country over generations.”Rajiv Gandhi was about to become the PM again before he was assassinated. He was doing everything he could for India. He was a symbol of hope for the Indian youth, who looked up to him,” Hooda said while speaking to reporters at Vir Bhumi.Congress leader Ashok Gehlot also praised Rajiv Gandhi’s vision for science, technology and youth empowerment.”Rajiv Gandhi was the first person to talk about the 21st Century in that era. He believed that people should prepare themselves for the new century, which would keep India on par with other countries in the world,” Gehlot said.Rajiv Gandhi became India’s youngest Prime Minister in 1984 at the age of 40 after the assassination of his mother and then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. He served as Prime Minister till 1989 and was assassinated in 1991 during an election rally in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu, in a suicide bombing carried out by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam.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 MediaVideosTMC Faces Double Setback As MLAs Skip Protest And Councillors Resign In Two MunicipalitiesSTORY FALTA REPOLL BEGINSTMC Alleges Post-Poll Violence, Harassment Of Workers During Kolkata ProtestModi-Meloni Talks Boost India-Italy Defence, IMEC And Technology CooperationModi-Meloni Talks Boost India-Italy Defence, IMEC And Technology Cooperation’India Won’t Tolerate Any Form Of Nuclear Blackmail’: Rajnath Singh In South KoreaWho Is Ryan Williams? 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Nair said that the excise departments across India must follow a uniform policy and standardize the packaging of liquor. The bench responses of all states and UTs to the PIL.“These packages pose various risks, including consumption by juveniles, drinking in a moving vehicle, health risks, increased ease of smuggling, ease of public consumption, and environmental risks. Moreover, the tetra packs have attractive packaging with vivid colours but do not have prominent health warnings like in the case of cigarettes, which would dissuade people from drunken driving and responsible drinking,” the NGO said.It said, “Such packaging, being deceptively similar to fruit juices, facilitates easy access and concealment, encourages underage consumption, promotes public drinking and drunk driving, and even enables smuggling across State borders.”“It is alarming to note that these tetra packs are marketed under labels such as ‘Bunty Premium Vodka’, ‘Chelli Mango Vodka’ and ‘Premium Romanov Vodka – Apple Thrill’ clearly intended to mislead consumers,” it said.“The use of fruit names alongside colour photographs of apples and mangoes on the packaging further reinforces this deception. This reflects a deliberate marketing strategy to pass off alcoholic beverages as fruit juices, thereby to evade scrutiny by the authorities and further target underage consumers,” it said.After pointing out the problem, the NGO said it could be solved by the Union govt which can guide the states to adopt an uniform liquor packaging policy which would not permit sale in deceptive tetra packs that enables consumers, mostly youth and adolescent, to drink them in public places without any inhibition or fear of law.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTMC Faces Double Setback As MLAs Skip Protest And Councillors Resign In Two MunicipalitiesSTORY FALTA REPOLL BEGINSTMC Alleges Post-Poll Violence, Harassment Of Workers During Kolkata ProtestModi-Meloni Talks Boost India-Italy Defence, IMEC And Technology CooperationModi-Meloni Talks Boost India-Italy Defence, IMEC And Technology Cooperation’India Won’t Tolerate Any Form Of Nuclear Blackmail’: Rajnath Singh In South KoreaWho Is Ryan Williams? 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The Bihar Navnirman Ashram, situated close to IIT-Patna, shall be my abode till the next assembly polls when the Jan Suraaj Party will, hopefully, make an impact.”This comes months after the poll strategist-turned-politician launched his party before the Bihar assembly polls, but failed to win a single seat.Kishor had until now been operating from ‘Sheikhpura House’, a sprawling bungalow near Patna airport owned by the family of party national president and former BJP MP Uday Singh.Singh belongs to one of the prominent families of Bihar. NK Singh is a former Rajya Sabha MP and former chairman of the 15th Finance Commission, while their late mother, Madhuri Singh, was a senior Congress leader and multiple-term MP from Purnea.PK also targeted former Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar after his son was inducted into the Bihar cabinet as health minister.”The one who got elected as chief minister after the elections was unable to stop migration caused by economic distress. Instead, he chose to migrate himself, but not before ensuring that his son gets a foothold,” he said.He urged voters in Bihar to prioritise their own interests rather than vote on the basis of caste, religion, or monetary inducements.”The people of Bihar must think about the future of their own children while casting votes. They should not get swayed by leaders like Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Nitish Kumar or Lalu Prasad, nor should they sell their votes for Rs 10,000,” he said.The remark was seen as a reference to the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana launched ahead of the assembly elections, under which over 1.5 crore women received Rs 10,000 each.PK also warned of possible economic challenges arising from the situation in West Asia, claiming that fuel prices could rise sharply and fertiliser shortages may worsen.”People may witness an increase in petrol and diesel prices by up to Rs 10 per litre. We may also face a major fertiliser crisis. Till now, farmers complained of black marketing; now they may face outright unavailability,” he said.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 MediaVideosSTORY FALTA REPOLL BEGINSTMC Alleges Post-Poll Violence, Harassment Of Workers During Kolkata ProtestModi-Meloni Talks Boost India-Italy Defence, IMEC And Technology CooperationModi-Meloni Talks Boost India-Italy Defence, IMEC And Technology Cooperation’India Won’t Tolerate Any Form Of Nuclear Blackmail’: Rajnath Singh In South KoreaWho Is Ryan Williams? 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Although Maharashtra has been making substantial investments in solar and wind energy for many years, nuclear energy will become essential for carbon-free and industrial-scale baseload power supply.More than 40 per cent of India’s total foreign investment comes to Maharashtra. Nearly 60 per cent of the country’s data centre capacity is concentrated in the Mumbai and Navi Mumbai areas. Sectors such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, logistics and advanced manufacturing are expanding rapidly in Maharashtra, which will lead to a manifold increase in electricity demand in the coming years.This comes ahead of US secretary of state Marco Rubio’s visit to India from May 23 to 26. 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