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In a first, monsoon rainfall index powers weather derivative trading

India, May 30 -- Speculating on rain was popular among citizens of Mumbai in the 1880s. While the practice, akin to betting, was discontinued by then British government in 1887 through an act, it has ... Read More


AAP retains dominance, Congress gains ground in Ludhiana civic polls

Ludhiana, May 30 -- The municipal council election results in Ludhiana district delivered a mixed verdict for the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which retained control of three councils but suffered s... Read More


CNG costlier by rRs.r2; 2nd hike in 15 days sparks fresh fare hike demand

India, May 30 -- Marking the second increase in less than a fortnight, Mahanagar Gas Ltd (MGL) announced a Rs.2 per kg increase in compressed natural gas rates. The revised rates will come into effect... Read More


Ludhiana: Services hit as contract staff go on indefinite strike across 41 centres

Ludhiana, May 30 -- At least 202 contract employees of the Sewa Kendra Mulazam Welfare Association have gone on an indefinite strike on Friday across 41 centres in the city over pending demands of reg... Read More


600 species and counting: J&K turning avian sanctuaries into eco-tourism hubs

Srinagar, May 30 -- With nearly 600 recorded bird species across its diverse wetlands, forests, and alpine habitats, J&K is transforming its avian sanctuaries into eco-tourism hubs. At Wular Lake, a ... Read More


Class 6 girl dies in tragic accident while playing at home

KANPUR, May 30 -- : A 10-year-old girl died after accidentally strangling herself while playing on a makeshift swing made from a sari at her home in Auraiya district on Thursday, police said. The gir... Read More


Ludhiana: Dairy owners accuse civic body of failing to resolve drainage problem

Ludhiana, May 30 -- Dairy owners at the Haibowal Dairy Complex have threatened to stage a protest outside the offices of the municipal corporation and deputy commissioner if the problem of wastewater ... Read More


Cabinet Office - Tokyo Issues Procurement Notice for Research and study aimed at developing overseas for the Manufacturer of Alcoholic Beverage made in Okinawa prefecture, 1 set

Tokyo, May 30 -- Cabinet Office - Tokyo has issued a Notice of Procurement (Goods & Services) on May 29, 2026. Here are other related details: Classification: 0072 Market Research & Public Opinion P... Read More


Cabinet Office - Tokyo Issues Procurement Notice for Creating material abroad (Television CM, Programs, and Articles) of advertising media 1 set

Tokyo, May 30 -- Cabinet Office - Tokyo has issued a Notice of Procurement (Goods & Services) on May 29, 2026. Here are other related details: Classification: 0073 Advertising Services Summary: &#... Read More


Cabinet Office - Tokyo Issues Procurement Notice for Manufacturing or Procurement, and Delivery of Large Tents for Disaster Preparedness

Tokyo, May 30 -- Cabinet Office - Tokyo has issued a Notice of Procurement (Goods & Services) on May 29, 2026. Here are other related details: Classification: 0026 Miscellaneous Articles Summary: ... Read More