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BusinessIn West Champaran, Bihar, snails are sold roadside at ₹200 per kilogram and are consumed locally with enthusiasm. According to Heera Lal Manjhi, 70 families are involved in this snail farming business. The snails, considered an exotic non-vegetarian dish abroad, are rich in iron, protein, and omega-3. Daily sales reach up to 300 kilograms.
News18 Hindi·4h ago·Bihar
HealthThe Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at Christian Medical College (CMC) in Vellore organized a cookery competition at Darling Residency to mark World Diabetes Day. The theme was 'Flavours of Our Heritage,' focusing on diabetes-friendly lunches from Tamil Nadu or Andhra cuisine. Chief guest Sudha Jasmine highlighted the importance of healthy food choices. Winners from healthcare and non-healthcare categories received prizes and certificates.
The Hindu·21m ago·Vellore
PoliticsViolent protests at Lovely Professional University in Phagwara caused traffic to come to a standstill, sparking a political blame game. Punjab Congress leaders Partap Singh Bajwa and Amarinder Singh Raja Warring criticized the Punjab government’s handling of the situation. Bajwa emphasized the need to address students' genuine grievances urgently and transparently, while condemning violence and property damage. He questioned the government’s failure to maintain timely communication and accountability.
News18·31m ago·Phagwara
PoliticsAshutosh Ranka, co-convenor of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), announced that his illegal detention by Assam Police has ended. He plans to address the media after being returned to the original pick-up point. Several other CJP leaders were also detained in Guwahati before a regional volunteers' meeting near the Assam Secretariat, where police blocked access to the site intended for 200-300 volunteers.
Times of India·1h ago·Guwahati
HealthThe Greater Chennai Corporation plans to establish an Amma Canteen at Omandurar Government Multi Super Speciality Hospital to provide affordable, quality food to patients and attendants. With about 150 daily beneficiaries, annual sales are projected at ₹16.43 lakh. The corporation seeks retrospective government approval and permission for necessary infrastructure and operational expenses, estimating an additional annual cost of ₹20.53 lakh.
The Hindu·19m ago·Chennai
PoliticsBritish counter-terrorism police are investigating a suspected terror plot targeting RAF Fairford airbase in the UK, used by US troops. Authorities are exploring a possible Iranian connection, along with other motives including Russian or Islamist involvement. Five men were arrested near the Gloucestershire base and remain in custody. The probe is in early stages, led by Counter Terrorism Policing.
News18 World·40m ago·Gloucestershire
News18 Hindi·4h ago·Bihar
In West Champaran, Bihar, snails are sold roadside at ₹200 per kilogram and are consumed locally with enthusiasm. According to Heera Lal Manjhi, 70 families are involved in this snail farming business. The snails, considered an exotic non-vegetarian dish abroad, are rich in iron, protein, and omega-3. Daily sales reach up to 300 kilograms.
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