Stories from India

Huang Yi-chen secured two gold medals and one silver at the Asian Weightlifting Championships in India.

The chilli pepper, native to the Americas, is a ingredient in Indian cooking that arrived after the 15th century. Ina Garten's preferred cheese for grilled cheese is also mentioned.

Toyota has announced that its new factory in India is scheduled to begin operations in the first half of 2029. The move aims to consolidate the company's business foundation within the Indian market.

A case has been filed against Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay for alleged violation of the election code.

Jio Platform, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries, has altered its initial public offering strategy. The company plans to raise new funds through a listing on the Mumbai stock exchange.

Tollywood actor Bharat Kanth and a cameraman died when their car collided with a truck on the Outer Ring Road in Telangana. The accident occurred on the ORR.

India observed National Technology Day, with the Prime Minister highlighting the Pokhran nuclear tests as a reflection of the nation's scientific prowess. The day also marked a fire incident near Åshammar, Sweden, where a small detached building burned down.

Member of Parliament Kanimozhi has provided clarification regarding the eligibility criteria for homemaker coupons. The clarification addresses who is set to receive the benefit.

The Tirupattur Returning Officer has replaced an election flying squad team that was discovered sleeping while on duty. This action was taken to ensure election integrity.

An Election Commissioner held consultations in Chennai regarding the upcoming Assembly Elections in 2026. The discussions focused on the powers of district election commissions and their role in relation to regional and territorial election commissions. This meeting is part of the preparatory process for the elections.