Blog

27 Sep

Before Durga Puja, 9.9 lakh families would receive free suji, wheat, and sugar from the Tripura government

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

In a major festive relief initiative, the Tripura government has announced that nearly 9.90 lakh ration cardholders across the state will receive free suji (semolina), wheat, and sugar ahead of Durga Puja 2025. The move, officials said, is intended to ease household expenses during the festival season and ensure that every family can celebrate the occasion with dignity and joy. The decision was taken under the guidance of Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, with the efforts spearheaded by Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Sushanta Chowdhury. This year’s allocation follows the model of last year’s successful programme, where the…

27 Sep

Mizoram’s rodent plague causes farmers to struggle while zoologists start their investigation, raising concerns about scrub typhus

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

A fresh rodent outbreak in Mizoram has forced hundreds of jhum farmers to battle crop destruction even as scientists warn of possible disease transmission, particularly scrub typhus, which is endemic to the state. Teams of zoologists from Pachhunga University College (PUC) in Aizawl have now begun an intensive study to track the scale of the outbreak and assess the health risks linked to the rodent population. The investigation is being led by Prof. Lalramliana, who has dispatched multiple field teams from the Zoology Department to villages reporting heavy infestation. The zoologists are collecting samples to determine the dominant rodent species…

27 Sep

Arunachal CM Khandu praises Bhupen Hazarika’s legacy of harmony and unity

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

At Bolung in the Lower Dibang Valley district, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu paid floral tributes to the sculpture of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, known as the "Statue of Brotherhood." He described the renowned singer, composer, poet, and cultural icon as a timeless link between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Khandu stated that the bard's singing was never just for amusement but rather served as a movement to depict the rich culture of the Northeast, foster empathy, and awaken social consciousness during the centennial celebration of Dr. Hazarika at the district headquarters in Roing. "Music must be a force…

27 Sep

Love, Not Life or Death: Lee Jung-jae’s New Acting Chapter Begins

editorEntertainment

Over three seasons of Squid Game, actor Lee Jung-jae has become synonymous with Seong Gi-hun, also known as Player No. 475. He is now exchanging the lethal realm of survival games for something more humorous, trading in the green tracksuit for a bomber jacket, and switching genres with Prime Video’s romantic comedy Not Nice to Meet You. He plays the role of Lim Hyeon-jun, a cherished actor stuck in detective roles. He feels suffocated by the sameness of his profession and is looking for a new beginning in stories filled with emotion. His life intersects with that of Lim Ji-yeon’s…

26 Sep

Free health camp held at Mariyang CHC under ‘Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar’

editorArunachal Pradesh

A health camp offering several free medical treatments and public awareness workshops was held at the Community Health Center (CHC) Mariyang in the Upper Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh as part of the countrywide Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar (SNSP) abhiyan. In cooperation with BMMU ArSRLM, the event also commemorated the observance of Rashtriya Poshan Maah. Dr. Otem Pertin, medical officer; Dr. Ahik Miyu, DTO-cum-DACO; Dr. Ojing Tayeng, pediatrician; Dr. Gido Pertin, medical; office bearers of the BJP's district mahila morcha; the mahila mandals of Yingkiong and Mariyang-Mopom; BMMU ArSRLM Mariyang; and CHC Mariyang medical staff attended the program, which was…

26 Sep

Double Blow for Dalal Street: Drug Tariffs and Capital Flight Trigger Sharp Drop

editorBusiness

In early trading on Friday (September 26, 2025), equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty fell, influenced by a decline in pharmaceutical stocks and ongoing outflows of foreign funds. Concerns over the U.S. H-1B visa fee and a downward trend in global markets have also contributed to the bearish trend in domestic equities. Following the announcement by the Trump Administration of a 100 percent tariff on imports of branded or patented pharmaceutical products, effective October 1, investor focus will be directed at the domestic pharma sector. According to Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm,…

26 Sep

AM/NS India launches patented Optigal® Prime steel in Jammu & Kashmir for extreme weather resilience

Business BureauBusiness

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) has unveiled its world-class, colour-coated steel, Optigal® Prime, in Jammu & Kashmir, engineered to withstand the Union Territory’s extreme weather conditions, including intense cold, long monsoons, and freeze–thaw cycles. Developed using ArcelorMittal’s patented technology, the product offers up to three times the corrosion resistance compared to conventional coatings, and comes with a 15-year warranty. Designed for roofing, cladding, and architectural applications, Optigal® Prime’s six specialised variants—High Gloss, Anti-Dust, Anti-Graffiti, Anti-Static, Anti-Microbial, and Cool Roof—make it suitable for both mountain homes and large-scale projects such as airports, railway stations, and highways. Manufactured at AM/NS India’s…

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…