December 13, 2025

Ponduru Khadi Gets GI Tag, Boosting Andhra Pradesh’s Traditional Fabric

Ponduru Khadi from Andhra Pradesh has been given the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag by the Government of India. Union Minister K. Rammohan Naidu celebrated the move, hoping it will increase demand for these classic handwoven fabrics.

December 13, 2025

Bombay High Court Bars Three Firms From Using 'Fedex' Name Over Trademark Clash

Bombay High Court orders three financial companies to stop using 'Fedex' in their names. The court says it infringes on the global courier FedEx's trademark and will cause harm if allowed to continue.

December 13, 2025

US Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tanker Skipper Amid Rising Tensions Over Maduro

The US seized the oil tanker Skipper carrying 1.85 million barrels of Venezuelan crude. The ship is headed to Houston but too large to dock there. US is stepping up pressure on President Maduro with more ship seizures expected. Chevron’s licence in Venezuela was also renewed, highlighting US strategy.

December 13, 2025

J&J Ordered to Pay $40 Million in Ovarian Cancer Baby Powder Case

A California jury has ruled that Johnson & Johnson must pay $40 million to two women who blamed their ovarian cancer on decades of using J&J’s talc-based baby powder. The company says its products are safe and plans to appeal.

December 13, 2025

Australia Triples Home Battery Subsidy to $7.2bn but Limits Discounts on Larger Systems

Australia boosts a popular home battery subsidy from $2.3bn to $7.2bn over four years. Discounts for bigger batteries will shrink, encouraging smaller, 'right-sized' systems. Thousands of households now save up to $2,000 yearly on energy bills with solar and battery combos.