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Goa's orchata drink continues to be made in family kitchens

The almond drink orchata, historically associated with elite Catholic households in Goa, is being preserved in family kitchens today. This continuation of tradition reflects the efforts of families to maintain cultural practices.

Ars Technica

HP India fined 1.4 billion rupees for collusion in ink and toner sales

HP India has been fined 1.4 billion rupees by the Indian government for colluding with partners to manipulate prices of computers and printing supplies. The Competition Commission of India found that this collaboration aimed to inflate costs for government contracts and discourage the sale of counterfeit products.

Deutsche Welle

Increase in Murders Related to Romantic Rejections Reported in India

Recent reports indicate an increase in violent incidents in India following romantic rejections, including the stabbing of a Bengaluru student after she turned down a marriage proposal. This trend raises concerns about the societal implications of such violence.

New York Times — Business

Visakhapatnam Transforms into A.I. Data Center Hub

Visakhapatnam is evolving into a major hub for artificial intelligence data centers, contributing to India's technological infrastructure. The city's transformation is part of a larger initiative to support global tech demands.

Axios

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi Meets with President Trump After Attending Khamenei's Funeral

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi met with President Donald Trump following his attendance at the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The meeting is seen as a move towards strengthening U.S.-Iraq relations and addressing issues such as the disarmament of Iranian-backed militias. Zaidi aims to implement an 'Iraq first' agenda while managing the delicate balance between U.S. and Iranian interests.

Deutsche Welle

India-UK Free Trade Agreement Takes Effect

India's free trade agreement with the UK has been implemented, enabling zero-duty access for almost all of India's exports. At the same time, US senators are advocating for a bill that would impose significant tariffs on India related to its oil transactions with Russia.