India becomes Asia’s new snack supplier: Processed potato exports surge 450%; GTRI credits Gujarat, UP

India’s processed potato exports surge 450% India’s processed potato products are making significant inroads into Southeast Asian markets, hugely driven by demand for snacks and convenience foods, according to a report by Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI).Exports of dehydrates potato granules and pellets reached $63.3 million in FY2025, jumping from $11.4 million in FY2022. Other…

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R Ashwin’s next T20 franchise unveiled, to bowl alongside a Pakistani player | Cricket News

Ravichandran Ashwin has reportedly agreed to join the Sydney Thunder for the upcoming Big Bash League season, marking a historic moment as the first high-profile Indian player to participate in the Australian T20 tournament. The 39-year-old off-spinner, who retired from Test cricket last year and recently the Indian Premier League, will join the Thunder following…

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Singapore Police says Zubeen Garg was intoxicated, refused life vest before going for swim, new details on the singer’s death emerge |

Assamese music icon Zubeen Garg passed away on September 19, 2025 in Singapore after drowning during a swim while on a yacht. He was in Singapore as a cultural ambassador for the North East India Festival. He joined a yacht outing reportedly organised by members of the Assam Association Singapore. During the outing, he lost…

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US stocks today: Wall Street falls as Trump ramps up tariffs; Dow drops over 600 points

US stocks moved lower as investors reacted to President Donald Trump’s decision to increase global tariffs, though market swings remained far milder than the sharp volatility witnessed during last year’s tariff-driven sell-off.The S&P 500 declined 0.7%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 618 points, or 1.2%, and the Nasdaq Composite slipped 0.7% in morning…

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Mahieka Sharma: ‘You’re my best gift this year’: Mahieka Sharma reacts to Hardik Pandya’s heartfelt birthday post | Off the field News

Hardik Pandya and partner Mahieka Sharma. As Mahieka Sharma celebrated her 25th birthday, her boyfriend, cricketer Hardik Pandya, made the day extra special with a heartfelt post on Instagram. The all-rounder shared an unseen video of the couple, capturing candid moments of laughter, hugs, and hand-holding as they enjoyed an outdoor setting lit up with…

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Hema Malini gives update on Dharmendra’s health amid ICU and ventilator reports: ‘We’re hoping for his speedy recovery’ |

Veteran actor Dharmendra’s health has once again caught the attention of fans and the film fraternity. The 89-year-old was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai after experiencing breathlessness. While initial reports suggested that he was stable, updates on 10 November 2025 raised concern, with multiple sources claiming that the actor was placed on ventilator…

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