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01 Aug

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicle Sales Surge 58% to 62,611 Units in July as EV Dispatches Cross Historic 15,000 Milestone

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Tata Motors reported a robust 58.7 percent year-on-year expansion in total passenger vehicle sales for July 2026, dispatching 63,760 units (domestic and exports combined) compared to 40,175 units in July 2025. Domestic passenger vehicle sales rose 58.4 percent to reach 62,611 units, supported by strong demand across the automaker's internal combustion engine and SUV portfolios. A major operational highlight for the month was the performance of the electric vehicle (EV) division, which crossed 15,000 monthly wholesales for the first time in company history. Tata Motors dispatched 15,217 electric vehicles in July, marking a 113.6 percent year-on-year surge from 7,124 units…

01 Aug

Infiltration Attempts Foiled Daily: 14 Detained By Assam Police

PreetiAssam

Even as the state struggles with the devastation caused by floods, attempts at illegal infiltration across the international border continue. In this situation, Assam Police have managed to detain 14 suspected infiltrators who entered Assam after crossing the border. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma shared this information on Friday. The Chief Minister said that even though attempts at infiltration into Assam are ongoing, the police are foiling such attempts every day and taking action. "Every day, infiltrators are trying to fulfill their malicious intentions in Assam. But we are foiling every such attempt and taking action. Assam Police have detained…

01 Aug

Strong 5.8 Quake Hits Northern Japan, No Tsunami Alert

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The recent earthquake struck at a depth of 80 kilometers and was notable for the absence of a tsunami advisory, as well as no reports of casualties or substantial damage. This event comes after a previous severe earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture, which resulted in considerable destruction and was measured at a maximum intensity of 7 on Japan's seismic scale. Authorities have confirmed that the death toll from the Kumamoto earthquake has reached 35, with rescue and recovery operations ongoing in affected areas. Japan's vulnerability to earthquakes is significant, stemming from its position along the Pacific Ring of Fire, an area…

01 Aug

Bar Maestro stirs Kolkata’s cocktail scene as national bartending contest enters second round

Business BureauBusiness

ABD Maestro Pvt. Ltd., the luxury and super-premium spirits arm of Allied Blenders & Distillers Limited (ABD), has advanced its nationwide bartending platform, Bar Maestro, to Round 2 after receiving more than 350 entries from seven cities, highlighting the growing momentum of India's premium cocktail culture. Organised in partnership with the Tulleeho Beverage Academy, the competition has shortlisted 160 bartenders whose original highball cocktails, crafted using WOODBURNS Contemporary Indian Whisky, will now compete for a place in the national finals. The campaign has also generated strong consumer engagement, recording over 7.6 million views on Instagram. Kolkata emerged as a standout…

01 Aug

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s East Zone Vice-Captaincy Explained by Selector

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The Duleep Trophy is set to return for another season, with teams gradually announcing their squads for the tournament. East Zone’s squad announcement attracted attention after 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was named the team’s vice-captain. Sooryavanshi’s selection for the leadership role came after a remarkable run of performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and his two half-centuries during the T20I series against Zimbabwe. Despite his growing reputation and impressive performances, his appointment as vice-captain at such a young age sparked considerable discussion. East Zone selector Manish Vardhan explained the reason behind handing Sooryavanshi the responsibility ahead of the tournament. He…

01 Aug

Text message scams under spotlight as NPCI urges users to strengthen digital payment safety

Business BureauBusiness

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched a public awareness initiative urging citizens to stay vigilant against text message scams, warning that fraudsters are increasingly exploiting trust, fear and urgency to target users of digital payment platforms. As India advances towards a digital-first economy, NPCI said awareness remains one of the strongest safeguards against financial fraud. According to NPCI, fraudulent SMS messages are designed to trick users into compromising their money, personal information or digital accounts by impersonating banks, government agencies, telecom operators, delivery companies or other trusted organisations. Scammers commonly attempt to persuade users to click fake…

31 Jul

World Football In Crisis As UEFA Opposes FIFA’s Commercialization Plan

PreetiSports

A major controversy has erupted over FIFA’s plan to sell the ownership or stake of its tournaments to private investors. The European football governing body UEFA has strongly opposed FIFA’s move and has threatened to boycott all FIFA tournaments if the plan is not scrapped. UEFA and its 55 member associations held an emergency meeting and jointly rejected FIFA’s decision. The Football Association of England has also extended its full support to UEFA. According to UEFA, the FIFA World Cup is the result of the sacrifices of players and fans, and it will not be allowed to be commercialized.UEFA has…

31 Jul

Dollungmukh Landowners Seek Fair Compensation, Fresh 50-Year Lease from Indian Air Force

ParomitaArunachal Pradesh

Bonafide landowners of the Dollungmukh area in Arunachal Pradesh's Kamle district have urged the Indian Air Force (IAF) to provide fair compensation for land that has been under its use for more than five decades and to execute a fresh 50-year lease agreement for its continued occupation. Representing the affected landowners, public leader and Citizens Right Protection Forum (CRPF) Dollungmukh chairman Ajay Murtem submitted a memorandum to the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the IAF's Eastern Air Command, headquartered in Shillong. In the representation, Murtem stated that the local landowners have consistently cooperated with the Indian Air Force in the…

31 Jul

Assam Govt Gives Loan Relief To Sivasagar, Jorhat, Golaghat, Charaideo After Floods

PreetiAssam

The Assam government has announced a series of financial relief measures for people affected by the recent floods, including a six-month moratorium on loan repayments, financial assistance for flood-hit Namghars, and additional credit support for small traders. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the decisions were taken following a special meeting of the State Level Bankers' Committee (SLBC) to reduce the financial burden on families, farmers, businesses and self-help groups affected by the floods in Upper Assam. Under the relief package, borrowers in the flood-affected districts of Sivasagar, Charaideo, Golaghat and Jorhat will receive a six-month moratorium on repayment of…

31 Jul

Stayfree® drives menstrual hygiene innovation with upgraded Secure XL and ‘Pad Change Alert’

Business BureauBusiness

Innovation in India's feminine hygiene sector received a boost with Stayfree® unveiling the upgraded Stayfree® Secure XL, introducing the pioneering 'Pad Change Alert' feature that aims to redefine the consumer experience through technology-led product development. The latest offering leverages the brand's patented Double Leak Lock Technology, delivering Double Protection for up to 12 hours while helping users identify the right time to change their pad. The upgraded Stayfree® Secure XL incorporates two protective barriers, with the inner barrier locking in menstrual flow and the outer barrier gradually turning red to function as a visual 'Pad Change Alert'. According to STAYFREE,…