Author: Sharad Natani
A troubling incident involving a packet of Mother Dairy milk has raised serious questions about food safety, quality control, and consumer protection in India’s dairy sector. The milk, which reportedly carries a shelf life of up to 90 days, was found spoiled and foul-smelling 11 days before its expiry date, triggering concerns over whether safety protocols are being followed beyond paperwork. Mother Dairy is one of India’s most trusted dairy brands, widely relied upon by millions of households. However, this incident has sparked debate over how rigorously quality checks are conducted before milk reaches consumers’ kitchens. Key Questions That Demand…
India is facing a silent but serious public health crisis—one that does not come from a virus or natural disaster, but from within the healthcare system itself. More than 8,000 doctors, holding foreign MBBS degrees, are allegedly practicing medicine across the country using fake, irregular, or unverifiable registrations, raising alarming questions about patient safety, regulatory failure, and institutional accountability. This is not a case of minor procedural lapses. It is a systemic breakdown that threatens lives. Degrees from Abroad, Verification Missing Every year, thousands of Indian students pursue medical education overseas. While many are genuinely qualified, Indian law mandates that…
A shocking crime has come to light from Greater Noida’s Knowledge Park area, where a woman allegedly stabbed her South Korean live-in partner to death following a heated argument during a late-night drinking session. The accused woman has been arrested by the Noida Police, and further investigation is underway. According to police officials, the incident came to light on January 4, 2026, after GIMS Hospital informed the Knowledge Park police station that a foreign national had been brought dead to the hospital. Upon receiving the memo, police rushed to the hospital and began their inquiry. The deceased has been identified…
A powerful wave of faith swept through Prayagraj as more than 1.5 million devotees took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on Paush Purnima, marking the first major bathing festival of Magh Mela 2026. From the early hours of the morning, pilgrims thronged the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati, braving cold winds and low temperatures with unwavering devotion. According to official figures, around 15.3 lakh devotees had completed the sacred bath by noon, with the numbers continuing to rise throughout the day. The atmosphere at the Sangam echoed with chants, prayers, and devotional hymns as…
The global technology and artificial intelligence boom has catapulted a new generation of young entrepreneurs into unprecedented wealth—and India has emerged as a major winner. According to Forbes’ December 2025 data, the world now has 71 self-made billionaires aged 40 or below, the highest number ever recorded. Among them, four Indian and Indian-origin tech founders have secured places in the elite Forbes Under-40 Billionaires list, highlighting India’s growing influence in global technology and innovation. Ankur Jain Leads Indian-Origin Billionaires Topping the list among Indian-origin founders is Ankur Jain, ranked 19th globally with an estimated net worth of $3.4 billion. Based…
A growing number of private vehicles across Uttar Pradesh are openly displaying labels such as “Uttar Pradesh Government” or “Uttar Pradesh Shasan”, raising serious concerns over blatant violations of motor vehicle and emblem misuse laws. Despite clear legal prohibitions, the trend continues unchecked, exposing gaps in enforcement by the transport and administrative authorities. Under Section 177 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, general violations invite penalties, while the Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950, explicitly bars the unauthorised use of words like “Government” or “State Government.” Additionally, the Uttar Pradesh State Emblem (Regulation of Use) Rules, 2021,…