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The recent controversy on X between a hepatologist and an Indian chess Grand Master, on whether practitioners of traditional medicine can claim to be doctors, has sparked much commentary on the role and the status of practitioners of traditional Indian medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Unani, in India. Committees, governments, perspectives The burning issue here is not merely whether practitioners of Ayurveda can refer to themselves as doctors, but rather the scope of medical activities permitted under Indian law. This is an issue which has consequences for public health. A starting point for this discussion is to understand the framing of…

Trade agreement receives mixed reaction in Europe.

As various interventions have been made by the government, such as the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), which provides open access to retailers, a separate national retail policy may not be a top government priority at the moment, The Indian Express has learned. “A policy is a set of actions, and those actions are already being taken. Timely interventions are happening on a regular basis, such as the setting up of the National Traders Welfare Board and the launch of the ONDC platform. There is no need for a separate policy for retail trade right now,” a source tracking…

Avatar Fire and Ash trailer: Just hours after news broke that the trailer of Avatar: Fire and Ash had leaked online, the makers of the much-anticipated film took swift action. The official trailer was released early, following unauthorised circulation of footage meant to premiere exclusively alongside Fantastic Four: First Steps. The leak had already begun sparking buzz among fans and industry insiders, prompting a surge of anticipation—which was only heightened with the official drop. Directed by legendary filmmaker James Cameron, Avatar: Fire and Ash marks the third installment in the Avatar franchise, following Avatar: The Way of Water (2022) and…

ThiruvananthapuramJul 27, 2025 16:15 IST First published on: Jul 27, 2025 at 07:00 IST Share A “leaked” conversation in which a Congress leader purportedly predicts a setback to his own party in next year’s assembly election has left the party red in the face, resulting in the leader stepping down from his position. Congress Thiruvananthapuram district committee president Palode Ravi had to step down after an audio purportedly had him saying that the Congress would be “dead stock” after the assembly polls. The person in the audio says: “you see what BJP is going to do in 60 assembly constituencies.…

At just 26, Tadej Pogacar has turned the Tour de France into his kingdom, claiming his fourth title on Sunday and cementing a reign that recalls the hunger of Eddy Merckx and the iron grip of Lance Armstrong – yet feels entirely his own.This victory was more than just a triumph -— it was a showcase of transformation. Pogacar started the race as a lively, daring rider, delighting fans with audacious attacks and celebrating stage wins with unrestrained exuberance.Yet as the gruelling three-week event wore on, the Slovenian’s demeanour shifted. The joy gave way to cold, calculating focus, showcasing his…

U.S. President Donald Trump likes TikTok, Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick said [File] | Photo Credit: REUTERS U.S. President Donald Trump likes TikTok but the Chinese-owned short video app, used by some 170 million Americans, has to move to U.S. ownership, Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick said on Sunday.”The President really likes TikTok, and he said it over and over again, because, you know, it was a good way to communicate with young people,” Lutnick said in an interview on Fox News Sunday with Shannon Bream.”But let’s face it, you can’t have the Chinese have an app on 100 million…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday welcomed US President Donald Trump’s public support for efforts to shorten the timeline to end Russia’s war in Ukraine. Writing on social media platform X, Zelenskyy said Trump had shown “expressed determination” at a crucial time. “Clear stance and expressed determination by Trump– right on time, when a lot can change through strength for real peace,” Zelenskyy said. “I thank President Trump for his focus on saving lives and stopping this horrible war,” he added. Today, there was an extremely significant statement by President Trump. And it is true: it is Russia who is…

Instant Brands announced a new line of pots emblazoned with the slogan “Make America Great Again.” David Fahrenthold explains what’s behind this decision and explores the link between this brand and others that have created Trump-related products.

In Scotland, President Trump pledges more food aid for Gaza and threatens a tighter deadline for Russia sanctions.