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In a proactive move towards environmental conservation, Kohima's Deputy Commissioner B Henok Buchem has firmly reiterated the prohibition of single-use plastics in all district villages. This initiative aligns with the Supreme Court's mandate and the revised Plastic Waste Management Rules. Residents are strongly encouraged to embrace this ban to protect the ecosystem from plastic waste.

Smokeless tobacco, a cheap and accessible addiction, traps millions of Indians in poverty. Despite graphic warnings, products like gutka remain under-regulated, costing mere rupees. This article highlights the urgent need for stricter policies on affordability, availability, and appeal to combat this pervasive public health crisis.

Deputy CM flags untreated sewage flow into Godavari River

Priests from Ajmer Dargah Sharif have joined a growing call from Muslim clerics nationwide demanding the cow be declared India's national animal and a complete ban on its sale, slaughter, and beef export. This comes amid state government advisories cautioning against cow slaughter during Eid-ul-Azha, with clerics urging Muslims to voluntarily avoid purchasing cows and remain calm during celebrations.

Air travel involves strict hand baggage rules, with security personnel confiscating thousands of items daily. Travelers should avoid carrying sharp objects, flammable substances, sports equipment, whole coconuts, replica weapons, liquids over 100ml, firecrackers, pepper spray, and strong chemicals. Understanding these restrictions is crucial for a smooth journey.

Bees are vital pollinators, crucial for global food security and ecosystems, yet face severe threats from climate change, pesticides, and habitat loss. Their declining populations, particularly in India, signal a critical ecological crisis. Urgent action is needed from farmers and citizens to protect these essential insects.

An IndiGo flight at Chandigarh airport was evacuated after a power bank reportedly caught fire, injuring six passengers. The incident highlights DGCA's ban on using power banks for charging during flights, emphasizing they must be in hand baggage only. Passengers are instructed to report any device emitting heat or smoke.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed a complete ban on single-use plastic packaging for pan masala, gutka, and similar products. The draft amendment mandates the use of paper, paperboard, or naturally derived materials, prohibiting plastics and aluminium foil. This move aims to curb plastic waste and aligns with existing state-level bans on these products.

A travel creator's video shows Mahabalipuram's historic beach littered with trash. This raises uncomfortable questions about public responsibility and littering habits in India. While campaigns exist, behavior remains an issue. The video serves as a mirror for travelers and a reminder for policymakers. It emphasizes that picking up trash can improve the situation for future visitors.

A decade of prohibition in the state has pushed drinking underground, creating coded doorstep liquor deliveries, a booming black market, rising drug abuse, and repeated hooch tragedies

A decade of prohibition in the state has pushed drinking underground, creating coded doorstep liquordeliveries, a booming black market, rising drug abuse, and repeated hooch tragedies.

Despite a decade of prohibition, Bihar's illicit liquor market is thriving with sophisticated home-delivery networks and inventive smuggling techniques. While the ban aimed to curb social ills, it has led to a significant black market, revenue loss, and a rise in substance abuse, presenting a complex challenge for the state.