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HealthPhoto: Hindustan TimesIndia's food safety regulator proposed banning sucrose and fructose in foods for infants up to six months old to reduce exposure to added sugars and combat childhood obesity. Current rules allow these sugars within limits, but the new proposal tightens restrictions. This move is part of a broader food safety crackdown affecting eateries and packaged food labeling in India.
Hindustan Times·
BusinessPhoto: EntrackrBetween October 12 and October 17, 28 Indian startups secured a total of $302.85 million in funding. The investments included 8 growth-stage deals, 21 early-stage deals, and 1 undisclosed funding round, highlighting active investor interest across multiple startup stages in India during this week.
Entrackr·
PoliticsPhoto: aamaadmiparty.orgSanjay Singh, AAP's Uttar Pradesh in-charge and Rajya Sabha MP, accused BJP and the Election Commission of irregularities in the state's electoral rolls, alleging ongoing vote fraud before elections. Speaking at a Lucknow press conference, he compared the situation to similar patterns seen in Delhi and Bengal, highlighting concerns over electoral integrity.
aamaadmiparty.org··Lucknow
WorldPhoto: India TodayA Malayali techie in Gurugram sent a 7am email to his employer before he and his wife were found dead in their flat. The email and a note on the wife's birthday indicated a planned suicide. Police suspect a murder-suicide in the case, which shocked the local community and coworkers who received the chilling message.
India Today··Gurugram
TechnologyPhoto: ANI NewsUnion Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav met with start-ups and technology innovators to explore affordable, scalable, technology-driven solutions for air pollution in Delhi-NCR. The focus was on real-time monitoring, pollution control, and technology-enabled enforcement to address the region's air quality challenges effectively.
ANI News··Delhi
SportsPhoto: CricinfoMumbai Indians and head coach Mahela Jayawardene have mutually agreed to end their association. The team aims to bring in a fresh perspective with a new coach. Former players like Dravid, Gilchrist, and Morgan are reportedly not in contention for the head coach position. This marks the end of Jayawardene's stint with Mumbai Indians.
Cricinfo··Mumbai
Hindustan Times·
Photo: Hindustan TimesIndia's food safety regulator proposed banning sucrose and fructose in foods for infants up to six months old to reduce exposure to added sugars and combat childhood obesity. Current rules allow these sugars within limits, but the new proposal tightens restrictions. This move is part of a broader food safety crackdown affecting eateries and packaged food labeling in India.
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