From Ladakh’s high-altitude villages to Brazil: Yak Churpi, a traditional cheese made from yak milk by nomadic families for generations, wins gold at an international competition

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It has been part of the food habits of nomadic communities for generations. A traditional cheese made from yak milk in the high-altitude villages of Ladakh has found international recognition. Yak Churpi, made for generations by pastoral communities, won a gold medal at the Mundial do Queijo do Brasil 2026 in São Paulo, Brazil. The … Read more

At 78, Nashville songwriter Jerry Vandiver spends hundreds of volunteer hours trapping foxes sick with mange; the wildlife rescue he supports has already treated more than 60 foxes this year

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Nashville songwriter Jerry Vandiver spends hundreds of volunteer hours trapping foxes sick with mange (Image Credit: Facebook/ @Jerry Vandiver) For one Nashville songwriter, answering a call for help can mean getting out of bed in the middle of the night and heading into the woods. At 78, Jerry Vandiver has spent the past seven years … Read more

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Helen Jenner announced as new leader of Reform in Wales

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Nigel Farage has announced Helen Jenner as the new leader of Reform in Wales, after Dan Thomas stepped down last week following his arrest on suspicion of assault and of controlling or coercive behaviour. Speaking on the steps of the Senedd in Cardiff on Monday, Farage said: “I’ve known Helen for many, many years. She … Read more

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​South Indian breads that will make you rethink naan

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When Indian breads come to mind, naan, roti, paratha and kulcha often take centre stage. They are familiar, widely available and deeply woven into the country’s food culture. But travel further south and the idea of what counts as a bread becomes far more varied. Across Kerala, Karnataka, Goa, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, … Read more

India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement: India-New Zealand FTA kicks in from October 20 with duty-free access for all Indian exports

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India-New Zealand trade deal to come into force on Dussehra (representative image) The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will come into force on October 20, coinciding with Dussehra, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal said on Monday, with India securing duty-free access for 100 per cent of its exports to New Zealand.Goyal made the … Read more

No UPI above Rs 2,000? MP petrol pumps to stop accepting payments from October 16 over MDR

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Petrol pumps to stop accepting UPI above Rs 2000. Petrol pump dealers in Madhya Pradesh have announced that they will stop accepting UPI payments above Rs 2,000 from October 16, citing the additional merchant charges under the new UPI Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework.The Madhya Pradesh Petroleum Dealers Association said fuel pump operators, who work … Read more

Asian Games: R Madhavan’s son Vedaant misses relay final; Srihari Nataraj last in 50m backstroke final in disappointing day for Indian swimmers | Asian Games 2026 News

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Xu Jiayu of China, in yellow cap, competes in the men’s 50-meter backstroke heats in swimming at the Asian Games in Tokyo, Japan, Monday, Sept. 21, 2026. (AP Photo) India’s swimmers had another disappointing day at the Asian Games on Monday, with two-time Olympian Srihari Nataraj finishing 10th in the men’s 50m backstroke final, while … Read more

Allu Arjun wishes ‘Raaka’ director Atlee on his 40th birthday, says ‘Looking forward to creating more magic’ as makers makers confirm a new update for this evening | Telugu Movie News

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Allu Arjun has extended birthday wishes to filmmaker Atlee, who turned 40 today. The actor, who is collaborating with the ‘Jawan’ director on their upcoming sci-fi action thriller ‘Raaka’, praised Atlee’s “vision and calibre” and expressed his excitement about creating more magic with him. The makers of the highly anticipated film are also set to … Read more