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22 Sep

Record-breaking narcotics bust by Mizoram Police: 70 kg of meth and 15 kg of heroin found; three people detained

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In the biggest drug seizure in Mizoram’s history, police have confiscated 15 kilograms of heroin and more than 70 kilograms of methamphetamine tablets in two separate but closely coordinated operations. Three individuals have been arrested, exposing what officials describe as a “deep-rooted cross-border trafficking network” with possible links to Myanmar. The first breakthrough came on August 23 when a blue Intra vehicle (registration no. MZ01 X 1909) was intercepted by Saitual Police in connection with Case No. 63/2025 registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and the Foreigner Act. Inside the vehicle, police discovered six kilograms of…

22 Sep

PM Modi to visit Arunachal, inaugurate Rs 5,000 crore infrastructure projects

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Arunachal Pradesh to inaugurate infrastructure projects valued at about Rs 5,000 crore. According to officials, the prime minister will land at Hollongi's Donyi Polo Airport at around nine in the morning. From there, he will take a helicopter to Itanagar's Raj Bhavan. After that, he will go to Indira Gandhi Park to speak at a rally and announce the development projects. The Heo and Tato-I hydropower projects, which will be built on the Yarjep River in the Shi Yomi area, will both have their foundation stones laid by Modi. The North Eastern Electric…

22 Sep

MakeMyTrip joins hands with Zomato to offer train passengers the convenience of meals delivered directly to their seats

Business BureauBusiness

Travel tech major MakeMyTrip has joined hands with food delivery platform Zomato to allow train passengers to order meals from over 40,000 restaurant partners across 130 stations. The service will deliver food directly to passengers’ seats, aiming to make long journeys more convenient. With Indian Railways’ e-catering services witnessing a 66% year-on-year growth in FY 2024–25, serving over 90,000 passengers daily, MakeMyTrip is tapping into one of the fastest-growing mobility-linked consumption opportunities. Using its proprietary Live Train Status tool, the company will nudge travellers to order meals at optimal times during their journey. The initiative is expected to boost demand…

22 Sep

Tom Holland Recovering After Concussion, Marvel Presses Pause on Filming

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On Friday, British actor Tom Holland sustained a mild concussion while filming the upcoming Marvel film 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' in the United Kingdom. As a precaution, Holland took a several-day vacation from filming after suffering a minor injury. No additional people were injured in the incident. Holland suffered a mild concussion on Friday during filming an action sequence for the film. The actor will leave the scene for a few days to recover. The exact cause of the injury is unknown, however no other cast or crew members were injured. Despite his injuries, Holland appeared in public on Saturday,…

20 Sep

Metropolis Healthcare shares upgrade 5% after acquiring Ambika Pathology

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Metropolis Healthcare share price: Shares of Metropolis Healthcare rose 5.02% to an intraday high of ₹2,150 per share on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) on Friday, September 19. At around 3:04 pm, the stock was trading 4.01% higher at ₹2,129.20 per share. Metropolis said in a regulatory filing on Thursday that the diagnostic chain has completed the acquisition of Kolhapur-based Ambika Pathology Laboratory through a business transfer agreement, its fourth acquisition in the last 10 months. With the completion of this acquisition, Ambika Pathology has joined the Metropolis network. The filing further states that the company plans to develop the…

20 Sep

Save money on your next trip with these 7 cheap shopping cities

editorTravel

The whole experience of shopping elsewhere is thrilling. With so many global brands at your fingertips, it's difficult to resist the temptation to shop. Even though the price tag is alluring, many of us tend to be hesitant. The cost of shopping overseas can be somewhat higher than that of shopping in India, let's face it. However, this need not always be the case. You'll be happy to hear that you can shop without going over budget in a number of foreign locations. These nations provide a memorable shopping experience, complete with vibrant marketplaces and modern retail centers. Let's examine…

20 Sep

Instamart launches Quick India Movement sale with 50–90% discounts on 50,000+ products

Business BureauBusiness

Swiggy Instamart has kicked off its mega festive campaign, the Quick India Movement Sale 2025, offering shoppers nationwide discounts ranging from 50–90%* on over 50,000 products. The 10-day sale, live from September 19–28 on the Swiggy and Instamart apps, promises lightning-fast delivery in 10 minutes* alongside blockbuster festive deals. Consumers can access deep discounts across smartphones, electronics, appliances, beauty, home décor, and toys from leading brands such as Apple, OnePlus, JBL, Philips, L’Oréal Paris, Barbie, LEGO, Dove, and boAt. Among the highlights are OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite at ₹16,999, OPPO K13x 5G at ₹12,499, and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3…

20 Sep

Taneira launches festive collection ‘Miara’, eyes strong seasonal growth

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Taneira, the women’s ethnic wear brand from the House of Tata, has unveiled its festive collection ‘Miara: Crafted by Hand, Rooted in Purity’, blending contemporary designs with traditional weaving crafts. The new line, featuring silks and cottons, aims to redefine festive celebrations as both personal indulgences and timeless gifts. The launch is supported by Taneira’s festive campaign, The Gift of Pure Love, which positions the saree as a rare and invaluable gesture of affection. Exclusive festive offers include a ₹1,000 voucher for every ₹10,000 spent, while purchases worth ₹50,000 or more come with a 0.2 g Tanishq gold coin. These…

20 Sep

The Tripura Assembly adopts a resolution lauding PM Modi and the military for Operation Sindoor

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura Legislative Assembly on Friday unanimously passed a resolution praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian armed forces for the success of Operation Sindoor, a counter-terrorism offensive carried out earlier this year. Chief Minister Manik Saha, who moved the congratulatory motion, strongly condemned the April 22 Pahalgam massacre in Kashmir, in which 26 people, including tourists, were killed by Pakistan-backed extremists. “This heinous act has deeply saddened the nation. I extend heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims,” Saha said while opening the session. He recalled Prime Minister Modi’s warning that such attacks would not go unanswered.…

20 Sep

Sugamya Yatra has started in Mizoram to check public areas for accessibility

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram has rolled out the Sugamya Yatra (Access Audit), a major initiative under the Accessible India Campaign, to examine whether public spaces across the state are truly accessible to persons with disabilities. The move comes as part of efforts to enforce the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act and ensure equal participation in community life. On September 19, inspection teams visited several important institutions, including Pachhunga University College, the Presbyterian Church of India at Republic Veng, and the Administrative Training Institute (MINECO). The audits are being conducted in collaboration with the Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities and the National Institute…