meat trade

Hawala trail linked to bushmeat network exposed

Five alleged poachers were arrested in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district after forest officials seized a leopard skin. The accused had trapped and killed the leopard using a snare and axe, intending to sell the hide. Officials acted on specific inputs, posing as buyers to apprehend the group.

In an unexpected twist, Bihar's strict liquor ban has triggered a peculiar migration pattern. Locals from Bagaha and surrounding regions are now making their way to Uttar Pradesh and even Nepal—not for jobs, but for a shot at indulging in alcohol.

India-New Zealand FTA: It aims to double bilateral trade, provide Indian exporters duty-free access to the New Zealand market, and attract investments worth $20 billion over the next 15 years.

India and New Zealand have signed a 'once-in-a-generation' trade pact, granting Indian exporters duty-free access to New Zealand. The agreement aims to double bilateral trade to $5 billion in five years and includes a $20 billion investment commitment from New Zealand. Both nations are optimistic about the pact's potential to boost economic growth and cooperation across various sectors.

Selected Under UP Govt’s ‘One District, One Dish’ Scheme

Authorities in Delhi have busted an illegal distribution hub dealing in banned performance-enhancing drugs and expired health supplements. The raid uncovered significant quantities of expired and potentially unsafe products, highlighting the risks associated with the booming nutrition supplements market. This action underscores the need for stringent regulation to protect consumers, especially the youth.

India faces significant external shocks from the Middle East crisis, impacting energy markets, trade, and supply chains. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are increasing costs for exporters and importers, with sectors like agriculture and labour-intensive industries particularly vulnerable. Higher energy prices and potential slowdowns in Gulf economies could lead to sustained inflation and slower growth for India.

In Arunachal Pradesh, a wave of defiance is sweeping through local eateries as they rally against a municipal order demanding the removal of meat identifiers like pork and chicken from their licenses and signs. Opponents of this directive describe it as a misguided attempt to impose restrictions that threaten the culinary heritage and consumer rights in this food-loving region.