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30 Oct

Tripura’s Indo-Bangladesh border security readiness is reviewed by the BSF Special DG

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal, IPS, Special Director General (Eastern Command) of the Border Security Force (BSF), Kolkata, concluded his three-day visit to Tripura on Wednesday after reviewing the overall border security and operational preparedness along the Indo–Bangladesh border. During the visit from October 27 to 29, Aggarwal, accompanied by BSF Tripura Frontier Inspector General Aloke Kumar Chakraborty, toured several Border Out Posts (BOPs) across Khowai, Dhalai, and Unakoti districts. He inspected security installations, interacted with field officers and jawans, and reviewed measures to counter cross-border challenges including smuggling and infiltration. Aggarwal also presided over a Prahari Sammelan to address operational and…

30 Oct

To protest the expansion of the Forest Act, MNF imposes a 10-hour stoppage throughout Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Life across Mizoram came to a standstill on Wednesday as the Mizo National Front (MNF), the state’s principal opposition party, enforced a 10-hour statewide shutdown in protest against the state government’s decision to adopt the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act, 2023 (FCAA). The bandh, which began at 6 a.m., was observed widely across the state, sparing only Mamit district, where bypolls are due to be held on November 11. Shops, markets, banks, schools, and government offices remained closed for the day, while public transport largely stayed off the roads. Streets in Aizawl and other major towns wore a deserted look, with…

30 Oct

Kantara 2 Reigns Supreme: 28 Days, ₹599 Crore, and a New Era for Indian Folk Action Cinema

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Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continues to perform well at the box office, nearing Rs 600 crore in domestic collections but falling short by Rs 1 crore due to a slowdown in its fourth week. On Wednesday, the film earned Rs 2.50 crore, resulting in total domestic earnings of Rs 599.15 crore, as reported by Sacnilk. Rishab Shetty’s film grossed Rs 337.4 crore in its first week, Rs 147.85 crore in the second week, and Rs 78.85 crore in the third week. In the fourth week, it experienced a weekend surge in collections but a significant 68% drop during weekdays,…

29 Oct

Keyless Convenience: Samsung Wallet Adds Mahindra Electric Origin SUV Support

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Samsung, India’s leading consumer electronics brand, has launched Digital Car Key support for Mahindra Electric Origin SUVs through Samsung Wallet, allowing Galaxy users to lock, unlock, and start their vehicles directly using their smartphones. With this integration, Mahindra becomes the first Indian OEM to adopt Samsung’s Digital Car Key technology, marking a milestone in the country’s connected mobility space. The feature, built into Galaxy devices, also allows users to share their digital keys securely with family or friends for limited periods. MadhurChaturvedi, Senior Director of Services & Apps Business at Samsung India, said the collaboration reinforces Samsung’s vision of a…

29 Oct

CarTrade Tech Q2 Results

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CarTrade Tech Limited posted a strong performance for the second quarter of FY26, ending September 30, 2025, with profit after tax (PAT) rising 109% year-on-year to ₹64.08 crore. The company also achieved its highest-ever quarterly revenue of ₹222.14 crore, up 29% from the same period last year, highlighting its continued momentum in the digital marketplace sector. As per the company’s exchange filing, consolidated EBITDA surged 94% year-on-year to ₹63.60 crore, while profit before tax (PBT) increased 115% to ₹79.93 crore. Segment-wise, the Consumer Group recorded a 37% revenue jump and an 82% rise in PAT. The Remarketing Business posted 23%…

29 Oct

Bangladesh Expands Solar Power Program to Rural Areas

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Bangladesh has announced a new initiative to expand solar power access in rural and coastal areas to reduce dependence on imported fuels and enhance climate resilience. The program, led by the Ministry of Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources, aims to install 1.2 million new solar home systems over the next three years. Officials said that the project would benefit over 10 million people living in remote areas without stable electricity supply. The government is collaborating with international partners, including India’s renewable energy firms, to ensure technology transfer and affordable pricing. Experts believe this move could help Bangladesh achieve its target…

29 Oct

VOL 7, ISSUE 39 – The Mileage

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29 Oct

MakeMyTrip launches ‘Travel Ka Muhurat’ to redefine India’s year-end travel planning season

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MakeMyTrip, India’s leading online travel company, has launched ‘Travel Ka Muhurat’, a first-of-its-kind calendar event aimed at formalising India’s year-end travel planning season. The campaign brings together over 25 airlines, 30 top hotel brands, and leading banks to offer unmatched value across domestic and international travel bookings. Partnering with marquee airlines such as Air India, IndiGo, Etihad, and AirAsia, and hospitality giants like The Leela, The Oberoi Group, Radisson, and Atlantis Resorts, MakeMyTrip’s initiative spans flights, stays, holiday packages, and travel essentials including visa, forex, and insurance. Bank partners HDFC, Axis, and HSBC are offering exclusive weekly discounts, with up…

29 Oct

Apraava Energy’s solar mission brings new hope to 21,000 lives in Northeast India

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In a meaningful step towards empowering lives sustainably in Northeast India, Apraava Energy, India’s leading integrated energy solutions providers, has partnered with SELCO Foundation to power community, health and education facilities in Assam and Nagaland through solar installations. These interventions aim to provide sustainable and reliable energy in the villages, positively impacting over 21,000 lives. The installations are expected to save ~57 tonnes of CO₂ annually, equivalent to planting about 2580 trees per year. In Assam’s Chirang district, a 27.5 kW solar-powered community facility is supporting a range of development initiatives focused on health, livelihoods, education, and youth engagement. The…

29 Oct

The Tripura Congress claims the BJP and EC had erased the names of tribal and low-income voters

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) has launched a sharp attack on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Election Commission (EC), alleging that the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process is being misused to delete names of poor, tribal, and marginalized voters from the state’s electoral rolls. Addressing a meeting in Khowai District on Monday, TPCC President Asish Kumar Saha claimed that the process is being deliberately manipulated to suppress the voices of those from economically weaker and socially disadvantaged communities. “The BJP government is using the SIR as a political weapon to erase voters who stand in…