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Why food irradiation in India faces viability test despite export promise
Despite high post-harvest losses and strong export demand, food irradiation remains limited in India due to high costs, low farmer incentives and weak infrastructure
 "Why food irradiation in India faces viability test despite export promise")
Q4 results: JSW Energy, PVR Inox, Canara Bank, UPL, and 64 more on May 11
Q4FY26 company results: Firms including Abbott India, JB Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals, Nuvama Wealth Management, and Shyam Metallics and Energy are also to release their January-March earnings today
 "Q4 results: JSW Energy, PVR Inox, Canara Bank, UPL, and 64 more on May 11")
Vijay sworn-in as Tamil Nadu CM, takes oath along with 9-member Cabinet
The swearing-in at Chennai's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium marked TVK's first government in Tamil Nadu and a break from DMK-AIADMK dominance
 "Vijay sworn-in as Tamil Nadu CM, takes oath along with 9-member Cabinet")
IMD issues heatwave alert for north, west India; rain to lash south
IMD forecasts heatwave conditions in Rajasthan, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, while heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds are likely across south and northeast India
 "IMD issues heatwave alert for north, west India; rain to lash south")
India is buying more EVs, but can charging infra keep pace with demand?
India's EV sales are rising rapidly, but inconsistent charging access, downtime and residential infrastructure gaps continue to test consumer confidence and adoption
 "India is buying more EVs, but can charging infra keep pace with demand?")
Govt appoints Lt Gen N S Raja Subramani as Chief of Defence Staff
The incumbent, CDS General Anil Chauhan, will complete his tenure on May 30, 2026
 "Govt appoints Lt Gen N S Raja Subramani as Chief of Defence Staff")
Q4 results: Blue Dart, Birla Corp, and Affle 3I among 33 firms on May 9
Q4FY26 company results: Firms including Gujarat Ambuja Exports, Advanced Enzyme Technologies, D-Link (India), and Aarti Surfactants are also to release their January-March earnings today
 "Q4 results: Blue Dart, Birla Corp, and Affle 3I among 33 firms on May 9")
Heatwave to continue in western parts as storms lash across India
Delhi witnessed a cooler morning after recent rainfall as IMD forecast thunderstorms, gusty winds and heavy rain across several states, while heatwave conditions persist in west India
 "Heatwave to continue in western parts as storms lash across India")
From fantasy gaming to stock broking: Dream11 parent's next big bet
Dream11 parent Dream Sports has launched AI-powered stock broking platform DreamStreet as it continues to diversify beyond fantasy gaming, betting on first-time investors and Tier-2 and Tier-3 users
 "From fantasy gaming to stock broking: Dream11 parent's next big bet")
Living in a family home may not override sale deed: Delhi High Court
Court says woman cannot claim ownership as registered sale deed in brother's favour was never challenged
 "Living in a family home may not override sale deed: Delhi High Court")
Travel insurance policy sale up 22% as Indians tweak holiday plans: Report
Travellers shift toward short-haul Asian destinations and many skip UAE amid West Asia conflict
 "Travel insurance policy sale up 22% as Indians tweak holiday plans: Report")
Maharashtra revised NPS explained: Eligibility, pension and key rules
State govt employees have until Dec 31 to opt for revised pension scheme guaranteeing assured payout
 "Maharashtra revised NPS explained: Eligibility, pension and key rules")
New Zealand to make citizenship test mandatory from 2027: What to know
Online process likely to ask applicants questions about the country's history, governance system and civic responsibilites
 "New Zealand to make citizenship test mandatory from 2027: What to know")
Hantavirus outbreak explained: What happened and how concerning is it?
WHO has confirmed five Hantavirus cases and three suspected infections linked to a cruise ship outbreak in the Atlantic, while stressing that the situation is not comparable to Covid-19
 "Hantavirus outbreak explained: What happened and how concerning is it?")
New York expands restrictions on ICE despite warnings from Trump's camp
New York says it will protect immigrants while allowing action against 'violent' criminals amid new curbs on ICE
 "New York expands restrictions on ICE despite warnings from Trump's camp")
West Asia war: What we know so far about renewed tensions between US, Iran
Iran and the US accuse each other of violating a fragile ceasefire after fresh clashes in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of a wider regional conflict
 "West Asia war: What we know so far about renewed tensions between US, Iran")
Fact-check Friday: Do short naps enhance performance or disrupt sleep?
A short nap can boost focus and alertness, but only if done right; experts explain ideal duration, timing, and when naps may disrupt sleep habits
 "Fact-check Friday: Do short naps enhance performance or disrupt sleep?")
IMD forecasts thunderstorms, heavy rain across India; heat wave in west
The Met department forecasts heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds across several regions till May 13, while Gujarat and west Rajasthan may witness heat wave conditions
 "IMD forecasts thunderstorms, heavy rain across India; heat wave in west")
How HC order to demolish illegal construction empowers apartment owners
Karnataka HC says fire safety cannot take a backseat, ordering demolition of illegal construction by builder in Bengaluru apartments
 "How HC order to demolish illegal construction empowers apartment owners")
PMEGP scheme creates 3.6 mn jobs, boosts micro-enterprises: MSME ministry
The MSME ministry said PMEGP created 3.6 million jobs and helped set up over 400,000 micro-enterprises during the 15th Finance Commission period, with strong focus on rural areas
 "PMEGP scheme creates 3.6 mn jobs, boosts micro-enterprises: MSME ministry")