These state-level moves reflect a 2026 global trend. Several nations have recently moved toward similar restrictions: Australia implemented a total under-16 ban in late 2025; France & Greece introduced bans for those under 15, and Spain mandated age verification for minors under 16.
"In Mayurbhanj, around four lakh hectares constitute cultivable land, and out of that, 64% has an assured irrigation facility. During Kharif, with rain-fed irrigation, we cover 100% of the cultivable area, but during Rabi, irrigation drops to about one lakh hectares," he told ANI.
Sources said India had been approached by Iran days before the IRIS Dena incident south of Sri Lanka. The ship was in the region as part of the Iranian naval presence for the International Fleet Review and MILAN 2026, which took place from February 15 to February 25
Link Judicial Magistrate First Class (JMFC) Vanshita Mehta deferred the bail hearing of three accused and listed the same before the concerned court on Monday.
Speaking to ANI, Anuj Agnihotri said that he gave his first attempt for the examination in 2022 while interning and finally cleared with an extraordinary rank in his third attempt. He had previously secured a position as a DANICS officer and is currently receiving the training for the sam
Birla emphasised the importance of sustainable development and global cooperation and noted that initiatives like the International Water Forum (IWF) are playing a significant role at the global level in addressing water-related challenges.
Comparing his team to David, the biblical underdog who defeated the giant Goliath, he highlighted that his team is often underestimated and not expected to perform well, but they consistently prove themselves, often surpassing expectations.
Speaking to ANI on the occasion, State BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar said that the people in the Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's constituency are approaching the BJP 'Adalat', raising concerns over the lack of basic facilities, including drinking water and education. He slammed the
The Yuvajana Shramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) on Friday, reiterating the financial indiscipline of the coalition, said that the budget hides more than what it shows.
Speaking in the Haryana Legislative Assembly, the CM recognised the dedication of the students and extended warm greetings and well wishes on the occasion. The All India Rank 3 holder, Akansh Dhull, hails from Panchkula and is the son of Haryana BJP leader Krishan Dhull.
Congress MPs Mohammad Jawed, Kodikunnil Suresh, and Mallu Ravi have accused Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla of being partisan and of making "unwarranted allegations" against women MPs belonging to the opposition.
The report noted, "If the crisis persists, it could have material implications for the exchange rate and the current account deficit and could stoke inflationary pressures."