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Sandro Nannini, a former Italian Formula One driver, is remembered for his sole F1 victory at the 1989 Japanese Grand Prix. His career was cut short by a severe helicopter accident in 1990, but he later returned to racing and successfully took over his family's renowned pastry business in Siena.

In Bihar, the ban on alcohol has ignited a wave of creativity in rehabilitation initiatives, successfully transforming former liquor sellers and toddy tappers into thriving business owners. Programs such as SJY are providing women with vital financial resources and entrepreneurial training, while the Neera Samvardhan Yojana turns the collection of palm sap into a refreshing, non-alcoholic beverage.

A food outlet in Delhi's Patparganj had its license revoked and premises sealed after over a dozen people fell ill with vomiting and stomach pain from consuming momos. Preliminary findings revealed significant hygiene and food safety lapses, leading to the closure of the shop until deemed fit for operation.

The 2026 Indian Assembly Elections showcased a nation in transition, marked by regional pride, welfare economics, and celebrity influence. Tragedies, controversial rhetoric, and mass voter roll deletions defined campaigns across states, leading to high voter turnout and intense political theatre.

Tamil Nadu braces for assembly elections on April 23 with a public holiday and significant restrictions. Liquor sales are banned for three days, and schools will close as they host polling booths. Banks will shut, but digital services and ATMs remain operational. These measures aim for a smooth and high-turnout election.

Food adulteration in India poses a significant public health crisis, with contaminated milk, paneer, and processed foods causing severe health issues and even deaths. Recent incidents highlight widespread violations, including a deadly milk contamination in Andhra Pradesh and large seizures of adulterated paneer in Surat, underscoring the urgent need for stricter regulations and enforcement.

In this interview, economist Ajit Ranade explains why the anger in Noida ran deeper than one wage hike. At the heart of it, he argues, are stagnant incomes, contract labour, rising prices, and a factory economy built on persistent insecurity