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07 Apr

Lipin Ete Wins Gold, Silver at USA Open 2026

riyaArunachal Pradesh

Lipin Ete, hailing from Kugi Pomte village in Arunachal Pradesh, achieved remarkable success at the USA Open 2026 Karate Championship, held from April 1 to 5 at the Fort Worth Convention Center, Texas. Competing for India, she secured both a gold and a silver medal, marking her as the first karate athlete from Arunachal Pradesh and the Northeast to earn medals in this international tournament. Lipin's performance exemplified her skill, dedication, and determination, significantly contributing to India's representation in global martial arts. The daughter of Senior Veterinary Officer Dr. Marli Ete and Emi Tayu Ete, her accomplishments are attributed to…

07 Apr

Tripura CM Saha Confident of BJP Sweep in Dharmanagar By-Election

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Ahead of the April 9 by-elections in Tripura, Chief Minister Manik Saha expressed strong confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will secure a decisive victory in the Dharmanagar seat, surpassing its previous vote margin. Addressing a large rally, Saha said the strong turnout reflects growing public support for the party and its candidate, Jahar Chakraborty. He stated that voters have firm faith in both the BJP leadership and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Thousands of supporters joined the procession, indicating strong momentum in favour of the BJP nominee. Saha also called on party workers to remain committed to public service…

07 Apr

Saha Claims BJP Growth Reflects Development Focus, Criticises CPI(M) and Electoral Violence Ahead of TTAADC Polls

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has said that growing public support for the Bharatiya Janata Party reflects its “country first” approach, while accusing rival parties of putting “the individual or the party before the nation” ahead of the TTAADC elections.Addressing an election rally at Dasda Bazar in North Tripura, Saha said people are increasingly supporting the BJP due to its development agenda. “Our policy is first the country, then the party and finally the individual,” he said, drawing a contrast with the Tipra Motha Party and Communist Party of India (Marxist).Saha urged voters to reject Tipra Motha in the autonomous…

07 Apr

Israel Issues Urgent 12-Hour Safety Warning to Iranian Railway Passengers

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In a startling escalation of psychological and kinetic warfare, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have issued a direct, time-bound warning to the citizens of Iran, advising them to strictly avoid using any train services or approaching railway infrastructure for the next 12 hours. The alert, posted across the military’s official Persian-language social media channels on Tuesday morning, specifically urged civilians to refrain from rail travel until 9:00 PM local time. The message, described as an "urgent security advisory," stated that any presence on or near the national rail network currently poses a severe risk to life. While the IDF did…

07 Apr

Mizoram SEC Activates MCC Ahead of April 30 Mara Council Polls

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The State Election Commission Mizoram has announced that the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) has come into effect for village council bye-elections under the Mara Autonomous District Council (MADC). According to an official notification, the MCC came into force from April 6 in all concerned villages where the bye-elections will be held. The elections are scheduled for April 30, and the code will remain in place until the declaration of results. The notification was issued under sub-rule (1) of Rule 3 of the Mara Autonomous District Council (Election to Village Councils) Rules, 2014. Officials said the MCC will apply to…

07 Apr

Officials Review Fire Prevention Strategies, Praise Community Efforts

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The District Level Committee on Fire Prevention in Lawngtlai held a review meeting to assess ongoing fire prevention efforts and plan future strategies, officials said. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Commissioner Donny Lalruatsanga at the DC Conference Hall, with participation from officials of various departments, local bodies, and community representatives. Addressing the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner thanked all stakeholders for their continued support and cooperation. He said awareness campaigns on fire prevention have shown good results and appreciated the role played by Village Councils, NGOs, churches, and the public in following government guidelines. He also acknowledged the contribution of…

07 Apr

The Last Insulin Giant: Biocon’s Bold Strategy in a GLP-1-Dominated Era

nanikaBusiness

As the global pharmaceutical landscape undergoes a seismic shift toward GLP-1 "miracle" drugs, Biocon is doubling down on a different mission: becoming the world’s primary provider of insulin. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Chairperson of Biocon, recently outlined a strategic roadmap that positions the Indian firm to capture the market share being vacated by global giants like Novo Nordisk, Eli Lilly, and Sanofi. The strategy stems from a visible "recalibration" by major players. As these companies prioritize high-margin GLP-1 and incretin-based therapies, they are increasingly shifting away from complex insulin delivery systems like cartridges and pens. While GLP-1 drugs have revolutionized Type-2 diabetes…

07 Apr

KMBL announces the selection of 71 startups for Kotak BizLabs Season 2, expands funding beyond metros

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Kotak Mahindra Bank on April 6 announced the selection of 71 startups for Season 2 of its Kotak BizLabs Accelerator Programme, with 60 startups set to receive structured grants of up to ₹30 lakh each. The programme marks a significant expansion in outreach, with 53% of selected startups coming from non-metro regions, reflecting a shift in India’s entrepreneurial landscape. The cohort includes startups from 13 states across 12 sectors such as AI, deep tech, agritech, sustainability, clean energy, edtech, and healthcare. Season 2 received 3,088 applications—an 80% rise from the previous edition—with over 80% of applicants from beyond the four…

07 Apr

Manik Saha Credits ‘Country-First’ for BJP Surge Before TTAADC Polls

riyaTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has claimed that growing public support for the BJP reflected the party’s its “country first” approach and that the people were increasingly aligning with the BJP because of its development agenda. Addressing a rally at Dasda Bazar in North Tripura ahead of the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections, the Chief Minister said, “Our policy is first the country, then the party and finally the individual,” he said, contrasting it with what he described as the priorities of Tipra Motha Party and Communist Party of India (Marxist). Saha called upon voters to decisively…

07 Apr

Hyatt, Brigade Group ink dual hotel deals to tap India’s booming hospitality market

Business BureauBusiness

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has signed management agreements with Brigade Group entities to develop two new hospitality projects—Grand Hyatt Chennai ECR and Hyatt House Bengaluru Devanahalli marking a strategic expansion in India’s high-growth travel and business markets. Brigade Hotel Ventures Limited will develop the Grand Hyatt Chennai ECR, a premium beachfront property on East Coast Road, expected to open in 2029. The hotel will feature around 200 rooms, five dining venues including a signature restaurant and specialty outlets, a pool bar, lobby lounge, wellness facilities, and large event spaces aimed at MICE, weddings, and leisure segments. “This will redefine Chennai’s hospitality…