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24 Sep

Bumrah Gears Up for Test Action, Selectors Shortlist Suthar for Debut

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Jasprit Bumrah, the Indian pace bowler, has notified the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) of his availability for selection for the two-Test series against the West Indies in Ahmedabad and Delhi beginning on October 2. On Wednesday afternoon, the senior selection committee will convene online to choose a 15-member squad for India. At present, Bumrah is playing in the T20 Asia Cup held in the UAE. If India reaches the final, there will be only a three-day interval before the first Test in Ahmedabad. It will be intriguing to see whether Bumrah is selected for the Test…

24 Sep

A 3% DA/DR boost is announced by Tripura prior to Durga Puja

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

In a festive gesture ahead of Durga Puja, Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha announced a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for government employees and pensioners, effective October 1, 2025. Addressing the concluding session of the Tripura Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, Dr. Saha described the hike as a “special Durga Puja gift” for state employees, highlighting the government’s commitment to supporting its workforce despite financial constraints. The additional allocation for implementing the raise is estimated at Rs 125 crore, benefiting thousands of employees and pensioners across the state. “Even a 1% increase costs approximately…

24 Sep

The Mizoram chief minister examines NHIDCL projects and calls for immediate highway repairs

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Tuesday chaired a high-level review meeting with officials of the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), flagging serious concerns over the condition of highways across the state and calling for immediate corrective measures. The meeting, held at the Chief Minister’s Conference Hall, was attended by PWD Minister Vanlalhlana, senior officials from the Public Works Department, the Power and Electricity Department, and representatives of NHIDCL. During the discussion, the Chief Minister underlined that several stretches of national highways in Mizoram were in poor shape, with potholes, cracks, and surface damage visible even on newly…

23 Sep

Gold prices hit record highs amid rupee depreciation

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

New Delhi, Gold prices in the national capital rose by ₹2,700 to a new peak of ₹1,18,900 per 10 grams amid continued growth in global demand for safe havens, while the rupee hit a new low due to a hike in US H-1B visa fees. According to the All India Sarafa Association, gold of 99.9 percent purity had closed at ₹1,16,200 per 10 grams in the previous market session. In the local bullion market, gold of 99.5 percent purity rose by ₹2,650 to a record high of ₹1,18,300 per 10 grams (including all taxes). It had closed at ₹1,15,650 per…

23 Sep

Tata Tea Gold has unveiled its Durga Pujo campaign

Business BureauBusiness

Tata Tea Gold, West Bengal’s leading tea brand, has unveiled its Durga Pujo campaign — Banglar Shilpi Shojjito Pujo — as a tribute to the state’s art and culture. The brand introduced limited edition festive packs designed in collaboration with local Bengali artists, each reflecting unique interpretations of Pujo celebrations through acrylic, oil, pastel, watercolor, and digital art. Artists like Goutam Sarkar, Gopal Naskar, Gourab Kundu, Anjan Bhattacharya, and Joyeeta Bose brought alive the festive essence — from the rhythm of the dhak to sindoorkhela — on collectible packs that combine nostalgia with cultural pride. The campaign was formally launched…

23 Sep

Vi-John’s ‘Photocopy Nahi, Original Dikho’ Campaign Encourages Men to Embrace Their Unique Style

Business BureauBusiness

Vi-John, India’s leading shaving cream brand with over six decades of grooming legacy, has launched its new integrated campaign, “Photocopy Nahi, Original Dikho,” featuring brand ambassador Ranbir Kapoor. The campaign highlights grooming as a reflection of individuality and authenticity, rather than imitation. Ranbir Kapoor, bringing charisma to the message, said, “Today’s generation doesn’t want to blend in—they want to stand out. Grooming plays a big part in how you express your originality. I love that Vi-John is telling young men to stop being a photocopy and start owning who they are.” Conceptualized by Havas Creative India and executed with Dentsu…

23 Sep

Nigeria Launches Satellite to Boost Internet Access

MohiniInternational

Nigeria has successfully launched a communications satellite designed to expand broadband internet across Africa. The project, carried out in partnership with Chinese engineers, will provide high-speed internet to rural and underserved regions. Officials believe the satellite will reduce costs for businesses and support digital learning in schools. Experts say this could position Nigeria as a leader in Africa’s growing digital economy. President Bola Tinubu hailed the launch as a “historic step” toward technological independence.

23 Sep

Your mind, not the music, holds the power

editorLifestyle

For many of us, listening to music is enjoyable. Important life events are accompanied by music, which also facilitates social interactions. It symbolizes elements of our current selves as well as our aspirations. It conveys feelings that words cannot describe. Additionally, music helps us escape into another world and divert our attention from difficulties and monotony. It appears like music has a magical ability, like a wand that may be waved to improve one's mood. However, what if the music itself lacked the power? Actually, our decisions about what to listen to and the human agency we display via these…

23 Sep

Kathmandu Targets India, Bangladesh in New Power Export Plan

MohiniNepal

Nepal has signed agreements to expand its hydropower capacity, with an aim to export electricity to neighboring India and Bangladesh. Officials said the projects will generate thousands of megawatts over the next decade, boosting Nepal’s economy and reducing reliance on foreign aid. For Nepali readers, this represents a milestone in energy independence. For Indian audiences, the focus is on how Nepal’s surplus electricity could strengthen South Asia’s regional energy grid. Analysts say the agreements could transform Nepal into a key clean-energy hub in the region.

23 Sep

CM Khandu applauds PM Modi for the Northeast’s unprecedented transformation

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Pema Khandu, the chief minister of Arunachal Pradesh, praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his revolutionary contributions to the state's and the Northeast's overall development, highlighting how the area has become a vital source of national growth. Speaking during PM Modi's one-day visit to the northeastern state, Khandu claimed that the arrival of the prime minister sparked a spike in the fervor and energy of the Arunachal Pradesh populace. "I welcomed the Prime Minister to this beautiful land on behalf of myself and the people of the state," he continued. Khandu pointed out that Modi has never seen Arunachal Pradesh…