No single food can guarantee better egg quality or a successful IVF outcome. Nutrition does, however, influence the metabolic and physiological environment in which the body responds to ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval. What a woman eats in the weeks leading up to the procedure is best viewed as part of overall preparation rather than … Read more
The Supreme Court of India has intensified scrutiny of the country’s proposed front-of-pack food warning labels, directing the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India to provide a clear and scientifically justified timeline for their full rollout. In the same order, the court underscored the particular vulnerability of children to uninformed dietary choices and called … Read more
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has publicly defended the remarks of a visiting religious preacher who urged Hindus in the state to avoid non-vegetarian food near Durga Puja idols. Speaking in the state Assembly, Adhikari also directed the Kolkata Police Commissioner to arrest those who burnt photographs of the preacher outside Bhawanipore police station. … Read more
The completion of India’s dedicated freight rail network marks a significant milestone in the country’s logistics infrastructure. With the inauguration of the final three sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor, the full 2,843-kilometre system is now operational. These sections, spanning Gujarat and Maharashtra, complete the 1,506-kilometre Western corridor that links the Jawaharlal Nehru Port … Read more
The Indian Express UPSC Key for 7 September 2026 highlights several interlinked developments that hold direct relevance for both the Preliminary and Main examinations. Key themes include the appointment of Chief Justices to multiple High Courts, the continuing constitutional and security significance of Salwa Judum, and a notable upgrade in India’s sovereign credit rating by … Read more
Air India is entering another important phase of its transformation, but the road ahead is far from easy. The airline is dealing with financial losses, operational pressure, safety concerns and a difficult global aviation environment, making cost control a major priority for its leadership. At an employee town hall on September 7, Air India Chairman … Read more
The week from August 31 to September 6, 2026, delivered a rich set of developments spanning international relations, science and technology, environment, defence, and awards. For UPSC aspirants, these events offer high-relevance material for both Prelims fact-based questions and Mains analytical answers. Below is a structured overview of the most significant current affairs pointers from … Read more
Air India has entered a new phase of leadership with a clear message from the top: safety must come before everything else. At a townhall meeting on Monday, incoming chief executive Tewolde Gebremariam and Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran jointly identified safety as the airline’s foremost priority. Gebremariam, who is preparing to take full charge, … Read more
In a recent episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18, actor Akshay Kumar found himself momentarily at a loss when faced with a question about the First Battle of Tarain. The moment stood out because the actor had earlier portrayed the central figure of that battle, Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan, in a major biographical film. The exchange … Read more
Ananya Panday continues to refine her red-carpet presence with carefully considered choices that blend Indian couture craftsmanship and high-jewellery luxury. At a recent Piaget event, the actor delivered a polished and memorable look centred on a sculptural gown from designer Rahul Mishra’s Fall 2026 collection, elevated by a striking watch and distinctive footwear. The Centrepiece: … Read more