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An experiment to switch from tobacco to sandalwood farming

At a time when efforts were underway to identify a suitable alternative crop for tobacco, which is linked to cancer and cardiovascular diseases among other ailments, Antardhwani, an independent think tank of HCG-Bharat Hospital and Institute of Oncology (BHIO), is steering a project under which tobacco farmers had switched to…

The Hindu

Tobacco is bad for health, but cultivators won’t shun the crop

Tobacco is a remunerative crop and thousands of farmers, particularly in Mysuru and parts of adjoining Hassan district, depend on it. Convincing them to switch to other crops has not been easy.

The Hindu

Mandatory for OTT platforms to display anti-tobacco warnings on screen: MoS Baghel

The government has made it mandatory for OTT platforms to display an anti-tobacco health warning as a prominent static message at the bottom of the screen, the Rajya Sabha was told on July 25.

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OTT platforms must now display anti-tobacco warnings on screen

Every publisher of online curated contents displaying tobacco products or their use has to display anti-tobacco health spots, for a minimum 30 seconds each at the beginning and middle of the programme. Read further on Dynamite News:

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On eve of 84th birthday, PMK leader S. Ramadoss reiterates commitment to ensure reservations for Vanniyars

S. Ramadoss, founder of PMK, on his 84th birthday, reiterated his commitment to bring about separate reservations for Vanniyars proportional to their population. He expressed his happiness and hurt at the appraisal of his achievements as the party's founder. He also committed to implementing tobacco and liquor prohibition, ensuring Tamil…

The Hindu

Oklahoma governor's feud with Native American tribes continues over revenue agreements

Republican leaders in Oklahoma are grumbling publicly that Gov. Kevin Stitt’s hostile posture toward Native American tribes is costing the state money and are considering pushing him out of tribal negotiations altogether

The Independent UK

Restrict disposable vapes like tobacco to curb child use, says senior Tory

Steve Brine urges ministers to consider ban on packaging and marketing of vapes to children

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Tobacco Board fixes crop size at 142 million kg for Andhra Pradesh in 2023-24 agriculture year

Tobacco Board fixes crop size at 142 million kg for 2023-24; stakeholders sought 170 million kg. Election of Vice-Chairman put off due to lack of understanding among stakeholders. Board Chairman, Executive Director, Director of CTRI, and members attended meeting.

The Hindu

Chancellor must hike vape taxes to discourage the habit, Tory ex-health minister says

Maggie Throup also called on ministers to outlaw the sale of vapes within a certain distance of schools.

The Independent UK

Andhra Pradesh farmers upbeat as tobacco fetches record prices during e-auctions

Farmers in Andhra Pradesh upbeat as tobacco fetches record price; 400M kg short supply globally led to high demand; cyclonic storm damaged 40% of crop; enterprising growers replanted & gap-filled; exporters & domestic cigarette manufacturers bid high in e-auctions; medium-grade varieties fetched ₹207/kg; low-grade varieties ₹195/kg; bright-grade ₹205/kg; Union Ministry…

The Hindu

70 kg of gutkha products seized from vehicle in Kallakurichi district

Kallakurichi police recover 70kg of banned gutkha/tobacco from car involved in accident. Driver Aaja Ram, 35, arrested for rash/negligent driving. Thangadurai, 23, & Velayudam, 62, injured & admitted to hospital. Case registered; investigations ongoing.

The Hindu

Madras HC quashes case against actor Dhanush, Aishwarya Rajinikanth under the COTPA

HC quashes case against actor Dhanush, Aishwarya Rajinikanth under the COTPA

The Hindu

Anti-tobacco activists rue over Karnataka Budget’s failure to impose additional levies on tobacco products

The anti-tobacco activists have expressed their disappointment over Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s failure to impose additional levies on tobacco products.

The Hindu

Man hoarded 9,000 illegal cigarettes behind cladding at his off licence

The Cardiff shop owner first pretended he 'knew nothing about it'

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The Conversation

Red Bull's F1 dominance showcases the extreme power of sports marketing

This year’s Formula One season has been dominated by one driver, Max Verstappen, and one team, Red Bull. A sport once financed by tobacco sponsorship, now has its fastest car bankrolled by an energy drink.

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Dutton goes nuclear, tobacco company’s surprise vape push, Mitch Marsh stars in Ashes

Opposition leader ramps up his calls for nuclear power as ‘next step’ from Aukus, while forgotten all-rounder has fairytale return with Test ton

The Hindu

Tobacco control: Study finds significant association between implementation of policies and prevalence

A qualitative evaluation study aimed at better understanding the implementation of tobacco control policies has revealed that there is a significant association between the implementation of policies and prevalence of tobacco use in India.

The Guardian - AU

Philip Morris making deals with Australian pharmacies to supply below-cost vaping products

VEEV nicotine pods and devices offered at an 80% margin on the condition pharmacies sign supply deal with the tobacco giant

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Man taken to court after police discover bags of evidence in his cellar

Islam Arif, 28, pleaded guilty at Tameside Magistrates

Tribune News Service

As low-nicotine cigarettes hit the market, anti-smoking groups press for wider standard

The idea seems simple enough.

Daily Record

North Lanarkshire Council Trading Standards Officers seize counterfeit and illicit cigarettes and tobacco

A total of 24,500 cigarettes and 7.55kg of hand rolling tobacco were removed from four premises in Airdrie, Coatbridge, Wishaw and Newmains.

The Hindu

Anti-Tobacco Forum pitches for levies on tobacco products

The Anti-Tobacco Forum has urged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to impose additional levies on tobacco products.

Liverpool Echo

Stunning apartment duplex at one of Liverpool's 'most exclusive' addresses

The apartment overlooks the docks

The Hindu

364 kg of gutkha and banned tobacco products seized, three held

Bangkok Post

Baiya working on 'milestone' cancer treatment from tobacco plant

A Thai plant-based pharmaceutical company has produced antibodies against cancer from tobacco and undertaken successful trials using lab animals, it said.

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