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October 19, 2026 9:37 AM

Stay alert while shopping online this festive season: Fake offers could lead to cyber fraud

As the festive season begins, e-commerce platforms are flooded with mega sales, steep discounts and attractive offers. But a small mistake while hunting for bargains can prove costly. Cybercriminals are targeting shoppers through counterfeit websites, fake social media advertisements, lookalike URLs and misleading discounts. Fraud is also being reported in hotel bookings, train and flight tickets, and purchases of festive products. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BlYH0m4CtfM Beware of fake we...

October 13, 2026 7:07 PM

Assam tea workers to get special 20 pc bonus ahead of Durga Puja: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday announced a special bonus of 20 per cent for tea garden workers across more than 800 tea estates in the state ahead of Durga Puja, describing the initiative as a festive gift for the tea community. In a post on social media platform X, CM Sarma said the bonus would help tea workers celebrate the festival with their families and participate in the festivities during the Navratri and Durga Puja period. “On the sacred occasion of Navratri, a g...

October 1, 2026 2:16 PM

Govt caps sugar stock at 1,000 quintals amid festive-season demand

The Government has revised sugar stock holding norms to ensure adequate availability of sugar at reasonable prices during the festive season, with the new sugar season commencing from October 1. Under the revised provisions, sugar dealers will be allowed to hold stocks for a maximum of 15 days, while the stock holding limit has been fixed at 1,000 quintals with effect from October 15 to November 30, 2026. The revised norms will apply across the country, except Kolkata and its extended ...

September 8, 2026 2:27 PM

Delhi steps up food safety checks ahead of festive season; over 2,800 kg of unsafe food destroyed

With the festive season approaching, Delhi’s Food Safety Department on Monday stepped up inspections across major food markets, resulting in the destruction of more than 2,800 kg of unsafe and abandoned food products, including khoya, dhaap and butter. The enforcement drive was carried out following directions from Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh, who said the festive rush should not come at the cost of food safety. “Festive preparations must not come at the cost of food safety. W...

August 25, 2026 10:37 AM

Uttarakhand govt steps up crackdown on adulterators, hoarders ahead of festive season

The Uttarakhand government, led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, on Tuesday intensified its crackdown on food adulterators and hoarders ahead of the upcoming festive season, launching an extensive inspection and enforcement campaign across the state. Acting on the Chief Minister's instructions, authorities have been directed to conduct a special weeklong campaign in all districts. Divisional Commissioners have been made responsible for monitoring the drive and ensuring strict action again...

October 23, 2025 3:19 PM

Passengers praise Indian Railways for smooth, clean festive season travel experience nationwide

As the festive season triggers a surge in travel across the country, passengers are lauding Indian Railways for ensuring smooth, clean, and punctual journeys, reflecting efficient management during the holiday rush. Ravi, a passenger travelling during this busy period, expressed his satisfaction, saying, “My journey was truly pleasant. The arrangements were excellent, the seats were comfortable, and everything was well-organised.” Similarly, Mukesh Kumar Choubey, travelling from Delhi to B...