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Tata Motors to raise commercial vehicle prices by up to 1% from October 1

Tata Motors to raise commercial vehicle prices by up to 1% from October 1

Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, on Thursday announced a price increase of up to 1% across its range of commercial vehicles, effective October 1, 2026. The company said the price revision has been necessitated by an increase in commodity prices and other input costs. The extent of the hike will vary across models and variants, Tata Motors said. The company, part of the USD 180-billion Tata Group, manufactures utility vehicles, pick-ups, trucks and buses and has more than eight decades of experience in commercial mobility. Its portfolio includes vehicles and technology solutions for applications ranging from last-mile delivery…
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Mebo Farmers Face Threat as River Shifts Course

Mebo Farmers Face Threat as River Shifts Course

Severe erosion along the Siang river has affected several acres of wet cultivation in the Borguli area of Mebo subdivision in Arunachal Pradesh’s East Siang district, raising concern among farmers over the loss of standing crops and agricultural land. The river has reportedly changed its course towards the left in the Borguli area, causing erosion along the riverbank and affecting standing paddy, plantations and bamboo groves in Borguli, Seram, Kongkul, Namsing, Mer and Gadum. The situation has become particularly concerning for farmers in Borguli, where standing paddy in a large agricultural field belonging to five families has already been flooded…
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India Sale Starts Today for iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max: Explore Prices, Bank Offers, and More

India Sale Starts Today for iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max: Explore Prices, Bank Offers, and More

Apple has officially kicked off the retail journey of its much-awaited iPhone 18 Pro series in India starting today, September 18, letting buyers who pre-booked since September 12 finally get their hands on the devices while allowing direct purchases for new customers. The premium lineup—comprising the iPhone 18 Pro and the top-end iPhone 18 Pro Max—is available in four aesthetic shades including Black, Silver, Glacier, and Burgundy, and can be bought through an extensive network of physical and digital storefronts including the official Apple India online and retail stores, Amazon, Flipkart, local authorized resellers, and rapid delivery quick commerce platforms…
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Three-day see learning workshop inaugurated at tawang

Three-day see learning workshop inaugurated at tawang

Arunachal Pradesh Minister for Education, Tourism, Pasang Sona on Thursday inaugurated a three-day workshop on SEE Learning at Thupten Shedrupling in Tawang. The workshop is being organised by the Department of Karmik and Adhyatmik Affairs (DoKAA) in collaboration with the Thupten Shedrupling Foundation, Tawang, with an emphasis on nurturing social, emotional and ethical values alongside academic learning. The inaugural session was graced by Tawang MLA Namgey Tsering, ZPC Leki Gombu , Secretary DoKAA Karma Leki; Tawang DC Namgyal Angmo; Tawang SP Darang Tasi, ZPM Tawang Sonam N Nordzin, ZPM Kyidphel MonpaTenzin , Vice Chairperson DoKAA S Chhoedup, Director, DoKAA Thupten…
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Greek chess star Stavroula Tsolakidou named Player of the Tournament, wins Jawa Silver Knight Bobber

Greek chess star Stavroula Tsolakidou named Player of the Tournament, wins Jawa Silver Knight Bobber

Greek chess champion Stavroula Tsolakidou has been named Player of the Tournament at the fourth edition of the Global Chess League 2026 and awarded the Jawa All Stars 42 Bobber - Silver Knight. Representing Ganges Grandmasters, the International Master and Woman Grandmaster played a key role in helping her team secure its first Global Chess League title. Tsolakidou, who earned the nickname ‘Greek Goddess’ during the tournament, turned around a difficult start to emerge as one of the competition’s standout performers. Her comeback and individual achievement earned her the Silver Knight Bobber, which recognises players for resilience, team spirit and…
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Tata Sons Approves Fresh Five-Year Tenure Extension for N. Chandrasekaran

Tata Sons Approves Fresh Five-Year Tenure Extension for N. Chandrasekaran

The leadership landscape at India's leading conglomerate has taken a fresh turn as the Tata Sons board has reportedly approved another five-year term for N. Chandrasekaran as executive chairman, overriding his earlier announcements that he would not pursue reappointment when his current tenure concludes in February next year, according to Reuters citing internal sources familiar with the matter who noted the decision transpired just days after the Reserve Bank of India rejected an appeal for an exemption from mandatory listing guidelines for Tata Sons, with the precise catalyst for this reversal remaining opaque while sources preferred anonymity over a lack…
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Officials Ordered to Formulate 100-Day Action Plan to Speed Up Project Implementation

Officials Ordered to Formulate 100-Day Action Plan to Speed Up Project Implementation

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has reviewed the progress of investment projects linked to Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed during the Destination Tripura Business Conclave 2026 and directed officials to speed up the implementation of feasible proposals in the state. During the review meeting, officials informed the Chief Minister that concept notes and detailed project proposals for more than 158 investment projects have been received. The proposals are currently being examined by the departments concerned before further steps are taken towards their implementation. Saha directed all Secretaries and Directors to prepare a 100-day action plan to ensure that feasible projects…
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No Confirmed Chinese Entry Into Taksing, Says Arunachal MP Tai Tagak Amid Border Concerns

No Confirmed Chinese Entry Into Taksing, Says Arunachal MP Tai Tagak Amid Border Concerns

Arunachal Pradesh Rajya Sabha MP Tai Tagak has denied having any confirmed information of a Chinese incursion into Taksing in Upper Subansiri district, while cautioning that the possibility of such an incident cannot be completely ruled out because of the difficult terrain and large stretches of uninhabited land along the border. Tagak made the remarks during his visit to Ziro in Lower Subansiri district on September 16, where he reviewed local development issues and interacted with residents and youth organisations. Taksing is one of the remote frontier areas of Arunachal Pradesh adjoining China. According to Tagak, there is currently no…
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Norway Sovereign Fund, ADIA, and LIC Lead Star-Studded Anchor Lineup for NSE IPO

Norway Sovereign Fund, ADIA, and LIC Lead Star-Studded Anchor Lineup for NSE IPO

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) finalized an allocation of 3,77,93,739 equity shares to 189 anchor investors at ₹1,785 per share, raising ₹6,746.18 crore ahead of its initial public offering. Marquee global and domestic institutional investors participated heavily, driving total demand in the anchor book to approximately ₹1.2 trillion—representing a massive 20-fold oversubscription. Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), the largest existing shareholder in NSE, emerged as the top anchor investor by acquiring 2.24 million shares worth ₹400.3 crore. Other prominent institutional participants included Societe Generale's offshore derivative desk (₹316 crore), Norway’s Government Pension Fund Global (₹250 crore), the…
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Assam Government Vows to Maintain Heightened Vigilance Along borders

Assam Government Vows to Maintain Heightened Vigilance Along borders

Assam authorities detained 12 suspected illegal infiltrators from different parts of the state during a coordinated overnight operation and initiated necessary legal proceedings against them.The operation is part of the state's ongoing drive against illegal infiltration. Officials said the campaign would continue with heightened vigilance and active enforcement measures across Assam.Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reiterated its commitment to strengthening border security and curbing illegal entry into the state. Authorities also conveyed a strong message that those attempting to enter Assam through illegal routes would face strict action under the law.Officials maintained that the crackdown would continue in the coming…
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