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26 Mar

Aizawl Witnesses Skill Development Conclave

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Mizoram Governor General Vijay Kumar Singh inaugurated the "One Day Skills Development Conclave" at ICFAI University Mizoram, emphasizing the need for Mizo youth to acquire skills, exposure, and confidence. He praised their potential and urged them to remain connected to their cultural heritage, highlighting the importance of skill development in the growing service sector. Singh called for youth to aspire beyond Mizoram, focusing on entrepreneurship and practical knowledge, as the private sector plays a crucial role in job creation. The event featured talks from various experts and aimed to inspire young people to transform their skills into opportunities.

26 Mar

Coke Studio Bharat Season 4 opens strong with ‘Ae Ajnabee’, blend folk and pop to tap evolving music trends

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Coke Studio Bharat has launched Season 4 with its first track Ae Ajnabee, bringing together singer Aditya Rikhari, folk maestro Kutle Khan, and producer Ravator in a collaboration that bridges generations and musical styles. The song centres on the timeless emotion of longing, presenting it through both traditional and contemporary lenses. Ae Ajnabee reflects how expressions of love have evolved—from handwritten letters and quiet glances to unsent messages and late-night texts—while retaining the same emotional core. Musically, it blends folk melodies with modern pop production, creating a track that resonates with diverse audiences. Shantanu Gangane, IMX Lead at Coca-Cola India…

26 Mar

Public Hearing Held at Daporijo for Proposed Subansiri Upper Hydroelectric Project

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The Environmental Public Hearing for the Subansiri Upper Hydroelectric Project (1605 MW) took place in Daporijo, Arunachal Pradesh, organized by the Arunachal Pradesh State Pollution Control Board to initiate the Environmental Clearance process. Key attendees included Commerce and Industry Minister Nyato Dukam, local MLA Taniya Soki, Rolen Dagam, and officials from the District Administration and NHPC, alongside public members. Minister Dukam highlighted the project's potential to positively impact affected families and the broader community, urging stakeholder cooperation for its success. The hearing allowed stakeholders to voice their views and concerns, with a majority expressing support for the project. Deepak Ratan…

26 Mar

ASCI study finds Gen Alpha living in blurred world of content, commerce and identity

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The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) Academy has released a new study, ‘What the Sigma?’, highlighting how Generation Alpha (aged 7–15) is growing up in a seamless digital ecosystem where advertising, entertainment and identity increasingly overlap. Conducted with Futurebrands Consulting, the ethnographic research was unveiled at the inaugural ASCI AdTrust Summit 2026 and spans six Indian cities, drawing insights from children, parents, teachers and industry stakeholders. The study finds that Gen Alpha does not distinguish between online and offline spaces, treating the digital world as a continuous reality. Their cultural codes, language and aesthetics are globally synchronised yet largely…

26 Mar

Rs 70,000 cr steel boost: AM/NS India lays foundation for mega plant in Andhra Pradesh

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ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) on Monday laid the foundation for its ambitious greenfield integrated steel plant at Rajayyapeta in Andhra Pradesh’s Anakapalli district, marking a major step in India’s industrial expansion. The project, with an estimated investment of over ₹70,000 crore, is expected to generate around one lakh direct and indirect jobs. The foundation ceremony was attended by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Union Steel Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, and Minister Nara Lokesh. ArcelorMittal Executive Chairman Lakshmi Mittal, CEO Aditya Mittal, and AM/NS India CEO Dilip Oommen were also present. The 8.2…

26 Mar

No Shortage Ahead: Tripura Govt Ensures Adequate Fuel and LPG Availability

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Tripura's Minister for Food and Civil Supplies, Sushanta Chowdhury, affirmed on Wednesday that the state is not experiencing a shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG cylinders. Following a review meeting with petroleum dealers and LPG distributors, he emphasized the adequate stock levels of these fuels and urged the public to remain calm, highlighting that Tripura's supply situation is favorable. To ensure consistent supply, the procurement timeline for LPG has been standardized to 25 days for urban areas and 45 days for rural ones, in accordance with central government guidelines. The minister also underscored the necessity of public awareness to combat…

25 Mar

TTAADC Elections: Candidates Wrap Up Nomination Filing Process

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Nomination filing by candidates for the crucial Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections concluded on Wednesday evening.Candidates of various political parties including BJP, Tipra Motha, CPI (M), Congress, IPFT and other small regional party submitted their nomination papers to the sub-divisional magistrate’s offices in all the eight districts of the state.By virtue of power, the Sub Divisional Magistrates are the returning officers for the TTADC elections. The TTADC polls will be held on April 12. Scrutiny of nominations will be held tomorrow, whereas, the last date of withdrawal is March 28.In the Longtharai valley of Dhalai district, Chief…

25 Mar

₹6.30 lakh crore lifeline: How life insurance is powering India’s household dreams

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Behind the ₹6.30 lakh crore paid out by India’s life insurers in FY2024-25 lies a deeper story of families funding dreams, securing futures and navigating life’s uncertainties. The IRDAI Annual Report shows how insurance is no longer just about protection, but a vital financial partner across life stages. A significant 92% of payouts went towards living benefits, highlighting how policyholders are increasingly using insurance funds for real-life needs—from children’s education and home ownership to travel and lifestyle goals. Withdrawals and surrenders alone accounted for ₹2.33 lakh crore, up 1.77% year-on-year, reflecting planned use of savings rather than financial distress. Kamlesh…

25 Mar

The Expectation Trap: Is Rishabh Pant Struggling Under the Weight of His Own Audacity?

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As the 2026 cricket season intensifies, the narrative surrounding India’s star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has taken a critical turn, with former cricketers and analysts suggesting he has become a "prisoner of his own reputation." Following a string of low scores in recent high-stakes matches, including the early stages of the current IPL season, experts argue that the very traits that made Pant a global phenomenon—his fearless aggression and unorthodox stroke-play—are now being weaponized against him by savvy opposition bowlers. The critique centers on the idea that Pant feels an internal and external pressure to perform the "miraculous" in every innings,…

25 Mar

Tata AIA bets on India innovation, global AI boom with three new fund launches

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Tata AIA Life Insurance on Monday announced the launch of three new funds—Large Mid Cap Innovation Fund, Large Mid Cap Innovation Pension Fund, and Global AI & Technology Leaders Fund—aimed at helping investors benefit from India’s innovation-led growth and global technology trends through its Unit Linked Insurance Plans (ULIPs). The New Fund Offer (NFO) will remain open from March 24 to March 31, 2026, with units priced at ₹10 for domestic funds and $10 for the global fund. The funds are regulated under IFSC norms and designed to offer a mix of wealth creation and life insurance protection. The Large…