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26 Sep

Switzerland Commits CHF 64 Million to Fight AIDS, TB & Malaria

MohiniInternational

Switzerland has pledged CHF 64 million to the 2026–2028 cycle of the Global Fund, demonstrating ongoing commitment to global health efforts. The contribution aims to support programs combating HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria in low-income countries. Peter Sands, Executive Director of the Global Fund, called Switzerland’s early commitment “a powerful show of solidarity,” emphasizing that sustained funding is vital to saving lives and strengthening health systems. With the Global Fund headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland’s contribution underscores its status as a hub for international cooperation. Donors and NGOs praised the move as essential to reaching vulnerable populations and advancing progress toward global…

26 Sep

Amazon To Pay USD 2.5 billion To Settle Allegations

Purbalee DuttaBusiness

Amazon has agreed to a landmark USD 2.5 billion settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which accused the company of misleading customers into enrolling in its Prime membership and making it difficult to cancel. As part of the settlement, Amazon will pay USD 1 billion in civil penalties—the largest ever imposed by the FTC for a rule violation—and USD 1.5 billion will go to consumers who were unknowingly signed up for Prime or faced obstacles when trying to cancel. The lawsuit, originally filed two years ago, led to a trial that began this week in Seattle. While Amazon has…

26 Sep

Regarding reported violence during voter roll revision, Tripura CPI(M) is appealing to the CEO

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) in Tripura has appealed to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) for urgent intervention in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll, alleging lack of transparency and violent attacks on party members. In a letter signed by State Secretariat members Manik Dey, Naresh Jamatia, Sudhan Das, and Ratan Das, the CPI(M) said that political parties and the public have not been adequately informed about the objectives and procedures of the voter roll revision. “While identifying fake voters is necessary, the process must be transparent and inclusive,” the party stated. The letter detailed…

26 Sep

With the new train connection to Aizawl, the Mizo Students’ Union wants to see more ILP enforcement

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizo Students’ Union (MSU) has urged the Mizoram government to tighten enforcement of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) system in light of the newly inaugurated railway connection linking Aizawl with Delhi, Guwahati, and Kolkata. MSU leaders, led by president B. Lalkhawngaiha, met Home Minister K. Sapdanga on Thursday and submitted a memorandum calling for stricter checks to prevent illegal entry into the state. The union recommended setting up ILP counters not only at Sihhmui and Sairang stations, but also along the Sihhmui–Phunchawng stretch and at Serkhan in Kolasib district. The organization further suggested revising ILP guidelines to introduce a…

26 Sep

CM of Arunachal Pema Khandu spearheads a campaign to raise awareness of GST in Roing

Banasree SarkarAndhra Pradesh

As part of a statewide awareness campaign about the recently introduced Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, and local MLA Mutchu Mithi took to the streets of Roing town to speak with traders and business owners face-to-face. The campaign aims to draw attention to the new system's business-friendly and consumer-friendly features in conjunction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's September 22, 2025, announcement of the Next-Gen GST reforms. CM Khandu claims that the reforms will immediately assist households and small businesses in Arunachal Pradesh by lowering the cost of necessities…

26 Sep

KISNA Jewellery’s Lucky Draw Event Brings Joy to Kokrajhar: A Chance to Win Big this Festive Season

Business BureauBusiness

Continuing its commitment to celebrating customer loyalty across India, KISNA Diamond & Gold Jewellery has officially launched the festive ‘Bumper Lucky Draw 25’ campaign in Kokrajhar at CB Jewellers, Near Railway Gate, Ward No. 5. The grand launch was led by Owner, Mr. Bidyut Debnath, and Sales Manager, Mr. Ratan Basu Roy, in association with KISNA. The event marked the beginning of a festive shopping season, bringing together fine jewellery and exciting life-changing rewards for Kokrajhar customers. As part of this campaign, every jewellery shopper spending ₹25,000 or more at CB Jewellers will be eligible to win: · One scooty…

25 Sep

They Call Him OG — And He Earns It in Every Frame

editorBusiness

They Call Him OG, directed by Sujeeth, is a high-octane action entertainer designed squarely for Pawan Kalyan’s fan base. The film plays it safe, relying heavily on tried-and-tested tropes, but makes up for its lack of narrative originality with technical finesse, a compelling visual aesthetic, and the charisma of its lead star.The story follows Ojas Gambheera (Pawan Kalyan), a samurai-trained warrior from post-war Japan who returns to Mumbai in the 1990s to serve as the protector of Satya Dada (Prakash Raj), a benevolent businessman and underworld figure. Ojas is a calm yet deadly force, respected and feared for his sword-wielding…

25 Sep

Teacher absenteeism sparks 24-hour bandh in West Kameng

editorArunachal Pradesh

In the West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, a 24-hour bandh led by a student organization in protest of 11 teachers who refused to report to work caused chaos in daily life, which an official stated on Wednesday had "affected academic environment." The All West Kameng District Students’ Union (AWKDSU) led the bandh, which started at 5 a.m. on Tuesday and ended at 5 a.m. on Wednesday. Officer-in-charge of the Bomdila police station According to Sub Inspector H B Tator, the bandh ended amicably and without any unfortunate incidents. Government offices saw little attendance on Tuesday, and stores and commercial…

25 Sep

Guwahati’s Birla Fertility achieves rare success using advanced Micro-TESE technology

Business BureauBusiness

Birla Fertility & IVF Guwahati has achieved a rare medical breakthrough in treating severe male infertility, successfully retrieving viable sperm in a case of non-obstructive azoospermia with extremely low testicular volume. The centre employed advanced microscopic technology for Micro-TESE (Microsurgical Testicular Sperm Extraction), allowing precise detection of rare sperm pockets within testicular tissue. The patient, a 39-year-old male with severe testicular failure and cardiac complications, had struggled to conceive for six years and was advised donor semen at multiple clinics. Led by Dr. Kalpana Jain, the multidisciplinary team included Dr. Rimpy Moni Baruah, urologists Dr. Chandan Phukan and Dr. Sauvik…

25 Sep

Motilal Oswal Sees 52% Bull-Case Upside In Newly Listed Realty Stock

Purbalee Duttabreaking news

Motilal Oswal initiated coverage on Sri Lotus Developers and Realty Ltd. on Wednesday, September 24, assigning a ‘Buy’ rating with a price target of ₹250 per share. This suggests a potential upside of 35% from Tuesday’s closing price of ₹187. In its research note, the brokerage highlighted Sri Lotus Developers as a leading player in the society redevelopment segment. The company’s pre-sales have grown at a CAGR of 39% between FY22 and FY25 and are projected to accelerate further at a 129% CAGR from FY25 to FY28, driven by a robust project pipeline. Currently, the developer has four completed and…