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The CCPA ordered McVitie's to stop using the "Wholewheat" claim on its biscuits. This action followed concerns raised about misleading health claims on food products. The authority found the biscuit packaging contained only 19.5 percent whole wheat flour. McVitie's explanation about its trademark was rejected by the CCPA. The company was fined Rs 1 lakh and directed to change its packaging.

Novak Djokovic’s first-round US Open defeat to Mariano Navone ended his streak of 78 consecutive opening-round Grand Slam wins, his first such loss since the 2006 Australian Open. The four-hour, 36-minute battle was also his longest first-round major match. Despite the defeat, Djokovic made his 20th US Open appearance, joining Connors, Agassi and Lopez in an elite group.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set a new Duleep Trophy record as the youngest batter to score a half-century. He achieved this milestone at fifteen years and 175 days old during the semi-final match. Sooryavanshi narrowly missed a century, finishing with an impressive ninety-two runs off eighty-one balls. He also briefly captained East Zone after Ishan Kishan's injury. Central Zone was bowled out for 266 earlier in the day.

Kanan Devan Hills, Kuttampuzha, Chittar, Mankulam, Padavayal, and Peechi identified as hotspots, as per a report released by the Wildlife Institute of India

It's important to clarify that cold drinks do not lead to viral infections such as colds or sore throats, as these are caused by viruses. Although sipping cold water may temporarily irritate a sensitive throat, it is not the root of the illness. For optimal hydration, it's best to drink water at a pleasant temperature.

An AIMIM party worker was fatally stabbed by a group near his home. The victim, Md Mahboob Ali, was attacked while returning from a local hotel. Six assailants on two motorcycles inflicted multiple stab wounds before fleeing the scene. Local leaders visited the site and confirmed the victim's party affiliation. Police have identified a prime suspect and are actively pursuing the accused.

People born on September 1 possess independent minds and strong leadership qualities. They excel at initiating tasks and handling responsibility with dedication. Their courage and loyalty make them protective of loved ones and colleagues. However, they can struggle with collaboration and patience when faced with delays. Learning to balance ambition with patience is their most important life lesson.

Kalpana Karunakaran is the author of A Woman of No Consequence: Memory, Letters and Resistance in Madras

He also said that Sonam Wangchuk's statement in an interview about CJP leaders’ political ambition was being distorted.

Since the beginning of the CJP, Arvind Kejriwal, other top leaders, and the AAP ecosystem have supported it, even before it became a mass movement in Delhi

Jaya Bachchan's career sacrifices serve as a poignant reminder of the persistent issue of parental guilt faced by many today. Today's parents often struggle between the desire for personal fulfillment and the need to be present for their children. Cultivating emotional maturity helps them manage these conflicting feelings without overwhelming guilt. Viewing sacrifices as choices rather than obligations profoundly benefits children.

Issues related to PRC, dearness allowances, surrender leave, and problems of outsourcing employees should be considered immediately, say JAC leaders

According to their relatives, the deceased have been identified as Anjana, a native of Mudikkode in Thrissur, and Ann Mathew, a native of Kesavadasapuram in Thiruvananthapuram

Five constituencies in core Bengaluru region see more than 50% of its electoral rolls getting deleted, unseen in other major States. Despite concerning levels of deletions, the office of Karnataka CEO has neither made the deletions lists easily accessible nor has it made public the gender-wise deletions in each constituency

Rashid Latif, the former captain of Pakistan, has not held back in his criticism of the cricket board and its chairman, deeming their administration the most ineffective in the last seventy years. He pointed to a notable decline in the team's performance, especially as they struggled to reach even two hundred runs in their recent matches against England, amplifying the outcry surrounding the team's capabilities.

The total budget for the reconstruction works was attained recently, with contributions pouring in from donors, especially from the Balija Kapu community