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In a panel discussion on food safety and front-of-package labelling (FoPL), experts examine public demand for transparent nutritional warnings on packaged foods in India. Sachin Taparia, founder of LocalCircles, highlights survey data indicating that over 80% of consumers support clear warning labels for high sugar, salt, and fat content across retail channels. Dr Arun Gupta, paediatrician and convener of Nutrition Advocacy in Public Interest, strongly opposes proposed phased implementations that dilute immediate warning labels. Dr Gupta asserts, 'Nowhere in the world has such thing been tried, actually,' stressing that delaying warning labels or requiring multiple high-nutrient thresholds compromises public health in favour of industry interests. The panel addresses the urgency for robust FSSAI regulations, restrictions on misleading marketing for ultra-processed foods, and the need for consumers to make informed choices.

An open-source intelligence analysis by India Today reveals the rapid expansion of Delhi's built-up landscape between 2016 and 2023. The total number of buildings in the national capital surged by 18 percent, rising from 24.1 lakh to 28.4 lakh, adding over four lakh new structures in seven years. In areas like Satya Niketan, out of over 1,700 structures analysed, 38 percent recorded an increase in height since 2016. Furthermore, 70 structures recorded height increases of more than five metres. The data raises critical concerns regarding compliance with building norms, structural load capacity, and construction clearances.

Following the collapse of a five-storey boys' paying guest accommodation in Delhi's Satyaniketan that left seven dead, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi initiated demolition and sealing drives across twelve zones, including Mukerji Nagar, Pandav Nagar, and Lakshmi Nagar. Authorities suspended the South Zone Deputy Commissioner and four structural engineers. However, the crackdown has raised serious questions regarding administrative accountability, the sanctioning of dangerous multi-storey buildings, and the persistent shortage of university hostel accommodation that fuels unregulated student housing.

Apple is set to introduce major announcements at its upcoming event, with expectations centred on a new foldable iPhone Ultra featuring a book-style design, a 7.7-inch inner screen, and enhanced multitasking capabilities. The flagship iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are anticipated to debut with the A20 Pro chip built on a two-nanometre process, improved thermal efficiency, on-device AI headroom, and variable aperture camera tech. Alongside refreshed Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 models, the event may mark a leadership transition with Tim Cook moving to executive chairman and John Turnus taking over as CEO.