‘New packaging practice helped in lifting of EU ban on mango’
The European Union’s decision to lift ban on mango imports from India is a recognition of inspection process and new packaging practice now adopted by exporters, industry body FIEO said. “The new procedure requiring export of mangoes only through pack houses certified by APEDA under the... read more »
Britain ‘wide open to abuse by freeloading migrants’, says Fore...
Britain is “wide open to abuse” by “freeloading” European Union migrants who are exploiting the welfare state, the Foreign Secretary has said. Philip Hammond said that the Government is “determined” to reform Britain’s relationship with Brussels so that there is a “sufficient impact... read more »
Economy, IS policy, Guantanamo and more: Obama’s speech in 11 quotes
US President Barack Obama on Tuesday declared America has turned the page on years of war and economic hardship, in a populist-tinged State of the Union address that set up the battle to succeed him. Emboldened by a stronger economy and better approval ratings, Obama called for a new chapter in US... read more »
Houthi display of force challenges embattled Yemen leader
Houthi fighters battled guards at the Yemeni president’s private home and entered his palace on Tuesday, raising the stakes in a turbulent campaign for more political power that has enfeebled state authority and thrown the Arab state deeper into turmoil. Speaking hours after his... read more »
Bangladesh cricketer Rubel remanded in actress rape case
DHAKA: Bangladesh cricketer Rubel Hossain, who has been named in the country’s World Cup squad, was behind bars on Thursday after being remanded in custody over allegations that he raped... read more »
Massive breakthrough: Scientists create first new antibiotic in nearly 30 years
LONDON: In a massive breakthrough, scientists have created the first new antibiotic in more than three decades, Teixobactin, that can treat many common bacterial infections such as... read more »
Education vital to shaping a child’s future, says Saina
Youngsters and kids are doing well in the sports circuit and representing our country in various games. I am happy that the number of people taking part in sports and making it their career... read more »
FIFA president Sepp Blatter has AFC backing, says general secretary Alex Soosay
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) supports Sepp Blatter’s bid to secure a fifth consecutive term as FIFA president, according to general secretary Alex Soosay. Prince Ali Bin... read more »
Smith, Burns help Australia push lead to 348 runs
Steve Smith scored a half-century and passed one of Don Bradman’s milestones on Friday as he led Australia to 251-6 in its second innings after four days of the fourth test at the Sydney... read more »
