SI assaulted, strangled during anti-encroachment drive; FIR against 27, 2 women held booked

KFC denied allegations of serving stale chicken following a recent inspection. The fast-food chain stated that its food safety and storage practices meet all required norms. Officials collected chicken samples for laboratory testing after the consumer complaint was lodged. The outlet was instructed to clear its existing chicken stock and clean the storage. KFC assured…

Bank of America reported a boost in its second-quarter net income, largely driven by a significant uptick in its trading activities. This surge in trading revenue helped offset other areas, leading to a stronger overall financial performance for the banking giant during the period.

Union minister Kiren Rijiju said India was not a “banana republic” and that there should be rules and regulations to spend foreign funds. The proposed legislation, aimed to manage the gap in the regulation of foregin fundings to NGOs and curb the proselytisation, was fiercely criticised the opposition that termed the bill “anti minority”. Union…