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(AI image generated using ChatGPT) China has begun taxing condoms and other contraceptives, ending a three-decade exemption as the government intensifies efforts to reverse a deepening demographic decline. From January 1, condoms and contraceptive pills are subject to a 13% value-added tax, the standard rate applied to most consumer goods, according to Reuters.The move marks…
M Ramesh of Tiruchengode, who had climbed the steps in the same manner for six years from 2018 to 2024, accompanied Prakash extending support to him. NAMAKKAL: A 30-year-old man climbed the 1,300 steps of the Sri Arthanareeswarar hill temple in Tiruchengode in Namakkal district on Thursday doing a push-up on each step to inspire…
Prediabetes, a condition where blood sugar is elevated but not yet diabetic, affects over a third of American adults. It significantly increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Lifestyle changes like maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, and regular exercise are crucial for prevention and potential reversal. You…
Warren Buffett stepped down as chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway today, bringing to an end one of the longest and most influential leadership runs in modern corporate history.The transition, announced earlier this year at Berkshire’s annual shareholders’ meeting, hands day-to-day control to vice-chairman Gregory Abel from January 1. Buffett, now 95, will remain chairman and…
BELAGAVI: The excise department has taken serious note of a recent incident in which a three-year-old boy was allegedly made to consume alcohol at a bar in Raibag town of Belagavi district.According to preliminary information, an elderly man brought the child to Pritam Bar and Restaurant and allegedly forced him to drink alcohol along with…
NEW DELHI: Amid the ongoing Chillai Kalan — the 40-day bone-chilling winter period — in Jammu and Kashmir, the Army has intensified its counter-terrorism operations across the Kishtwar and Doda districts.Army units have expanded their operational reach into higher and snowbound areas to pursue and neutralise Pakistani terrorists attempting to exploit the harsh season for…
The Kansas City Chiefs are navigating a difficult season, and quarterback Patrick Mahomes is sidelined with a significant injury. Amid this challenging time, Patrick Mahomes’ mother, Randi Mahomes, is focusing on a different mission which is to support families raising young athletes. The Mahomes family is creating a powerful off-field narrative even though the Kansas…
Rohit Sharma (Video Grab) NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma‘s return to domestic cricket was meant to be low-key — a training session, some quiet preparation and a walk back to the dressing room. Instead, his first Vijay Hazare Trophy outing in Jaipur delivered a reminder of the frenzy that still follows one of India’s biggest sporting…
Who is Giorgina Uzcategui? Ilia Topuria’s wife steps into legal battle amid ongoing personal dispute (Image via Getty) Giorgina Uzcategui is best known as the wife of UFC champion Ilia Topuria. But right now, her name is making news for a very different reason. Giorgina Uzcategui has taken legal action during an ongoing dispute, according…
The Reserve Bank of India on Tuesday announced a fresh liquidity infusion, unveiling plans to purchase government securities worth Rs 2 lakh crore and conduct a $10 billion dollar-rupee swap auction to ease conditions in the banking system.The central bank said the open market operations (OMO) purchases and the USD/INR buy-sell swap auctions will be…
