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Indian regulators flag 167 medicines as unsafe: implications for public health

In December 2025, India's drug watchdog, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), issued an unprecedented safety alert, marking 167 medicines across a wide therapeutic spectrum as unsafe for consumption.…

Rumorrush January 21, 2026

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NCR shuts down 248 industrial units over emission‑monitoring violations

In a sweeping enforcement move, authorities in the National Capital Region (NCR) ordered the closure of 248 industrial units for deliberately evading electronic emission‑monitoring mandates. The crackdown, announced this week,…

Rumorrush January 12, 2026

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Publicis Starcom Secures ₹750‑Crore Flipkart Media Account, Ousting EssenceMediacom

Flipkart Group has announced a landmark partnership with Publicis Starcom, awarding the e‑commerce giant a ₹750‑crore media buying contract that will run for the next three years. The deal, first…

Rumorrush January 9, 2026

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MSMEs lag behind on DPDP compliance, warns Tally Solutions

Data protection has moved to the forefront of India’s regulatory agenda with the introduction of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules. While large enterprises scramble to align their systems,…

Rumorrush December 24, 2025

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RCS Messaging Stumbles into Regulatory Grey Zone After SIM Verification Mandate

RCS (Rich Communication Services) is poised to replace traditional SMS with richer media, chat‑like interfaces, and enhanced security. Yet, a recent directive from India’s telecom regulator, TRAI, demanding SIM‑based verification…

Rumorrush December 21, 2025

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RBI’s new minimum‑balance mandate: what it means for Indian bank account holders

IntroductionThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has rolled out a fresh set of minimum‑balance requirements for all bank accounts, slated to take effect on December 10, 2025. The move, announced…

Rumorrush December 20, 2025

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How Dhurandhar Illustrates Government‑Embedded Filmmaking in India

IntroductionThe 2024 release Dhurandhar has sparked a heated debate about the growing entanglement of Indian cinema with state apparatus. While the film markets itself as a high‑octane thriller about a…

Rumorrush December 19, 2025

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Bilawal Bhutto’s Grand Entry Amid Pakistan’s Dhurandhar Ban: A Deep Dive

In a striking blend of politics and pop culture, Pakistan’s opposition leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari made a flamboyant appearance on the viral FA9LA song just days after the government imposed…

Rumorrush December 19, 2025