Raipur cancer surgeon says this sugar alternative is 80% safe; reveals which sweeteners you should avoid completely

We all love a little sweetness in our food and drinks, but too much sugar can harm our health, contributing to weight gain, diabetes, and even cancer risk. With so many sugar substitutes on the market, it’s hard to know which ones are actually safe. Dr Jayesh Sharma, Consultant Surgical Oncologist at ITSA Hospitals, Raipur, […]

Economy

Ammonium Sulphate under fertiliser subsidy scheme; government promotes it as alternative to urea

The government has brought Ammonium Sulphate under the nutrient-based subsidy scheme for Rabi 2025–26, marking a policy shift to promote it as a balanced and soil-friendly alternative to urea. The government is planning to market “Ammonium sulphate” as a better alternative to urea, after bringing it under the fertiliser subsidy scheme from this Rabi season. […]

Trade tensions: China poses itself as alternative to US protectionism; signs expanded Asean free trade pact

AI image for representation China on Tuesday positioned itself as an option for open markets and regional cooperation, signing an upgraded free trade pact with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) while taking a veiled swipe at US President Donald Trump’s protectionist stance.Premier Li Qiang said the new pact — the ASEAN-China Free Trade […]

H-1B visa hirings: Local hires, temporary halts & more—How companies are taking alternative routes to avoid $100k fee

Several major US employers have paused or limited the sponsorship for H-1B visas after the Trump administration imposed a $100,000 fee for new applications. The fee, aimed at new applicants, does not affect current visa holders or renewals.The administration said that the reform is intended to attract highly skilled foreign workers while preventing misuse of […]

Rare earths are new assets: India to become credible alternative in critical mineral game; here’s how

Rare earth elements or REEs have made their way as the new strategic assets, emerging as the ‘new oil’ of the 21st century, as countries race towards cleaner energy. REEs are a set of 17 metals vital for their use in a range of devices like electric vehicles, wind turbines, smartphones and defense systems.“Invisible to […]

South Korea-US trade deal: Seoul says can’t ‘pay $350 bn in cash’; seeks alternative solution

South Korea has rejected US President Donald Trump’s claim that it will be handing over $350 billion in cash as part of a deal to cut American tariffs and is rather, looking for an alternative solution.Though Trump had earlier told reporters that the money would arrive “upfront,” Seoul’s presidential adviser on Saturday said that the […]

$100,000 H-1B fees higher than salaries of many professionals! Cost too high for companies to sponsor; L-1 visas an alternative?

Trump’s proclamation has established a new one-time fee of $100,000 (approximately Rs 88 lakh) for bringing qualified overseas workers into the United States. The Donald Trump administration’s move to hike the one-time fee for H-1B visas to a whopping $100,000 is expected to hit the Indian IT sector hard. The approximately Rs 88 lakh cost […]

India not pursuing dollar alternative: CEA Nageswaran clarifies on economic conditions; assures resilience amid global tensions

Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran (File photo) NEW DELHI: Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran on Tuesday clarified that India is not participating in any initiative to create an alternative to the US dollar, confirming that no such plans are under consideration. Speaking at an AIMA event, he highlighted India’s economic resilience […]

Woman who shed 25 kg shares ‘foods you should not eat at all during weight loss’: Know healthy alternative to ice cream

Amaka, an online weight loss coach, shares fitness and diet tips on Instagram. She’s known for her weight loss transformation, shedding 25 kg in just four months through a combination of detox drinks, intermittent fasting, strength training and more. In an August 31 post on her Instagram page, Shred With Amaka, she highlighted 8 foods […]

Economy

Govt exploring alternative export markets to shield farmers from US tariff threats

 The official said efforts are underway to achieve self-reliance in commodities currently imported | Photo Credit: ANI The government is actively exploring alternative export destinations and import substitution strategies to protect farmers from the impact of US tariffs, D K Yadava, Deputy Director General (Crop Science) at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), said […]