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23 Sep

H.D. Kumaraswamy satisfied with progress in Arunachal

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Union Minister for Heavy Industries & Steel, H.D. Kumaraswamy, expressed satisfaction with the progress of various central and state-sponsored schemes in Arunachal Pradesh's Leparada district during a visit on Sunday. Chairing a review meeting in Basar, Kumaraswamy praised the efforts of government departments, urging officials to work in coordination for the district's comprehensive development. “Arunachal holds tremendous potential in agriculture and horticulture, and I will ensure the concerned ministries extend full support to local farmers,” he stated. The minister also visited the ICAR-KVK farm in Gori village, where ongoing research in agriculture, poultry, and animal husbandry was showcased. Local scientists…

23 Sep

Honda India Foundation launches “Project Buniyaad” to empower youth in Mizoram

Business BureauBusiness

The Honda India Foundation (HIF) has unveiled "Project Buniyaad - Aathmanirbharta Ka Aadhar" in Aizawl, Mizoram, marking a significant advancement in skill development and employment for marginalized youth. Launched in collaboration with the Mizoram Youth Commission (MYC) and Visan Foundation, the initiative aims to offer 100% job placements in the hospitality sector to youth from North-Eastern states and Jammu and Kashmir. Inaugurated by Mizoram Chief Minister Shri Pu Lalduhoma, the project combines resources from HIF for funding, the State Government for infrastructure, Visan Foundation for training, and hotels and hospitals for job placements. Since its February 2024 debut, "Project Buniyaad"…

23 Sep

Riya Sen talks about evolution of acting profession over the years ‘Talent is what matters’

banashreeBollywood

Riya Sen who was recently seen in Ananya Pandey starring 'Call Me Bae' web series produced by Karan Johar. The actress did a cameo on series leaving a lasting impact with her performance. On the web series, Riya said, "Call Me Bae, I had a very tiny cameo—just one or two scenes. But the experience was fantastic. The treatment on set was amazing, and working with Dharma Productions was on another level. Everyone, no matter the size of their role, was treated equally and with respect. That’s something I will always take with me. Even though my role was small,…

23 Sep

Signify supports 33,000+ flood-affected families in West Tripura with LED lights

Business BureauBusiness

Signify, a global leader in lighting, has stepped up to aid over 33,000 flood-affected families in West Tripura district by providing emergency LED lighting. Partnering with the District Administration and Agartala Municipal Corporation, the initiative is part of Signify’s ‘Har Gaon Roshan’ CSR program and aims to restore normalcy and safety in flood-hit homes. The project, executed with Foundation for Integrated Support and Solution (FISS), is led by District Magistrate Dr. Vishal Kumar and Mayor Dipak Majumder. The initiative focuses on helping families affected by floods, providing essential lighting solutions to ensure security and functionality during power outages. "Our goal…

23 Sep

Gold prices grow due to improvement in rural areas and strong demand due to festive season: World Gold Council

Priyanka RoyBusiness, News

New Delhi: According to the latest report of the World Gold Council, gold prices are witnessing a strong surge in both international and domestic markets, and jewellery buying and investment activities are expected to continue.Especially rural demand is showing signs of improvement. This year, due to better monsoon and higher crop sowing, the rural economic situation is expected to be strong, which is expected to increase gold purchases during the festivals.The report pointed out that gold prices continued to strengthen in September. International gold prices rose by 2.8 percent, while domestic prices rose by 1.6 percent in the same period.…

21 Sep

Housing sales may downgrade 18% in September quarter

Priyanka RoyBusiness, News

New Delhi: Home sales across nine major cities are estimated to have declined 18% during the July-September quarter to 1,04,393 units on a high base, according to data from PropEquity. Real estate data analytics firm PropEquity on Friday released home sales data across nine major cities.Sales during the same period last year stood at 1,26,848 units.According to the data, only Delhi NCR (22%) and Navi Mumbai (4%) are expected to witness an increase in housing sales during the July-September period this year.Sales are expected to decline in the other seven cities, with Hyderabad reporting the highest drop of 42%, followed…

21 Sep

Govinda’s wife Sunita Ahuja was offered Archana Puran’s replacement in Kapil Sharma Show

banashreeEntertainment

Legendary Bollywood actor Govinda's wife Sunita Ahuja has been making headlines since she appeared on a podcast show. Earlier, Sunita revealed about Bigg Boss offer for years to which she rejected it saying she's not interested and doesn't watch the show. Sunita Ahuja also revealed about her ongoing feud with KasKrushna Abhishek and Kashmera Shah. She mentioned about Kapil Sharma show where Kapil Sharma approached her to replace Archana Puran she said, "We should replace Archana with you.' I replied, If you remove her, at least do it properly!" But she had to reject it due to the ongoing feud…

21 Sep

Campus launches new store in Howrah with exclusive discounts

Business BureauBusiness

Campus, a leading Indian brand in sports and athleisure footwear, has inaugurated its latest exclusive retail store in Shibpur, Howrah, West Bengal. The expansive 1,057 sq. ft. store, located at Vivek Vihar, GT Road, features a diverse range of modern sneakers, including the Nitro Fly and Nitro Boost collections. This launch is part of Campus' strategic growth plan to enhance its market presence and customer experience. To celebrate the opening, the store offers special promotions with discounts of up to 50% and additional savings on purchases. Howrah, a bustling commercial hub, presents a prime opportunity for Campus to capture a…

20 Sep

Indus Towers shares decline 13% after Supreme Court rejects recalculation of AGR case

Priyanka RoyBusiness, News

Indus Towers shares on Thursday tumbled 13 per cent to hit a low of Rs 366.30 on the BSE following the Supreme Court's verdict in the adjusted gross revenue (AGR) case. The court rejected the telcos' request for recalculation.The Supreme Court upheld its previous decision on the AGR issue and insisted that telecom companies pay the entire amount of AGR dues.Last year, Airtel and Vi had appealed to the Supreme Court to reconsider its earlier verdict, which had rejected their claims of arithmetical errors in calculation of AGR dues by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), and sought an open court…

20 Sep

Bandhan Bank increases FD interest rates, offers up to 8.55% for senior citizens

Business BureauBusiness

Bandhan Bank has announced a significant increase in its Fixed Deposit (FD) interest rates, offering up to 8.55% for a 1-year tenure, positioning itself among the top in the banking industry. The highest rate of 8.55% is exclusively available for senior citizens, while other customers can avail an interest rate of 8.05% for the same tenure. The bank is also offering a competitive rate of 7.75% for senior citizens on long-term deposits under five years, with others earning 7.25%. In addition, customers with savings account balances exceeding Rs.10 lakh will receive an interest rate of 7%. Bandhan Bank has made…