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06 Jan

Yamaha introduces special pricing on its flagship R15 series to commemorate its 70th anniversary

Business BureauBusiness

India Yamaha Motor has announced a special anniversary price benefit of ₹5,000 on its flagship R15 series as part of Yamaha Motor’s 70th Anniversary celebrations. The revised pricing, effective from January 5, brings the starting ex-showroom Delhi price of the Yamaha R15 series to ₹1,50,700. The announcement reinforces Yamaha’s strategy of expanding access to its premium performance motorcycle lineup among young Indian riders. The R15 has played a key role in shaping India’s entry-level performance motorcycle segment, with over one million units produced domestically. Known for its race-inspired design and everyday usability, the model continues to appeal strongly to sport-riding…

06 Jan

Behind the Scenes of Homebound: Ishaan Khatter on His Easy Bond With Vishal Jethwa

PreetiEntertainment

Ishaan Khatter experienced a remarkable year in his acting career, highlighted by the film "Homebound," directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, which served as India's official submission for the Oscars 2026. This film, featuring Ishaan alongside Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor, achieved the significant milestone of making it to the Top 15 shortlist. During the Oscar campaign in the United States, Ishaan developed a close bond with his co-star Vishal Jethwa, a friendship that he cherishes as he returns to the U.S. for the campaign again. Vishal and the speaker have been pivotal support for each other, highlighting that their friendship is…

06 Jan

Arunachal Pradesh Records Increase in GST Revenue

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh reported a 35.7% increase in Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections during the first nine months of the 2025-26 fiscal year, surpassing the national growth average of 6.8%. The state collected Rs 1,519 crore from April to December 2025, up from Rs 1,324 crore in the same period of 2024, reflecting improved economic activity and tax compliance. Factors contributing to this growth include better taxpayer adherence, effective revenue measures, and policy reforms aimed at enhancing the business environment and governance. This revenue increase has bolstered the state's financial standing, enabling more investment in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and social…

05 Jan

Samsung Electronics presents ‘Your Companion to AI Living’ at The First Look During CES 2026

Business BureauBusiness

Samsung Electronics has unveiled its “Companion to AI Living” vision at The First Look, its CES® 2026 event held in the Latour Ballroom at the Wynn Las Vegas. The focus of the event was on AI as Samsung’s philosophy, a foundation that connects the company’s R&D product development, operations and user experience. TM Roh, CEO and Head of Samsung’s Device eXperience (DX) Division, opened The First Look by describing the company’s AI leadership and how due to its vast, AI-enabled, connected ecosystem, Samsung can provide users with a true AI companion experience in their daily life. This approach gives users a…

05 Jan

Tripura Security Forces Intensify Crackdown on Cannabis Cultivation

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Police, in collaboration with the Border Security Force (BSF) and Tripura State Rifles (TSR), executed a significant anti-drug operation in the Sepahijala district, marking what officials referred to as the largest single-day crackdown on illegal cannabis cultivation in the state. The operation, which took place over the course of a day on Saturday, resulted in the destruction of approximately 1.9 million premature ganja plants, valued at nearly ₹100 crore, over an expanse of around 650 acres of forest land in the areas of North Kalamchoura, South Kalamchoura, Anandapur, and Ghatigarh. Acting on specific intelligence, a joint team of nearly…

05 Jan

Mizoram Delegation Calls on Governor Ahead of Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Governor Vijay Kumar Singh of Mizoram met with 14 youth representatives and officials at the Durbar Hall, Lok Bhavan, before the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2026. He praised the participants for their talents and highlighted Mizoram’s potential across various sectors. The Governor urged them to prepare with confidence for the national event in New Delhi, encouraging a winning spirit. The session included discussions on topics and preparations, with participants expressing gratitude for the opportunity and vowing to represent Mizoram well. The VBYLD 2026 is set for January 9-12 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

05 Jan

Upcoming IPO: Hindustan Laboratories files DRHP with SEBI for an IPO

Purbalee Duttabreaking news

Hindustan Laboratories has filed a DRHP with SEBI for its proposed IPO. The offer has a total issue size of up to 1,41,00,000 shares of face value of ₹10, comprising a fresh issue of up to 50,00,000 shares and an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 91,00,000 shares. Rajesh Vasantray Doshi is the promoter selling shareholder offloading up to 91,00,000 shares in the OFS. Meanwhile, the company intends to utilise the net proceeds from the fresh issue of shares towards funding the working capital requirements and general corporate purposes. As per the DRHP, Choice Capital Advisors Private Limited is the…

05 Jan

Fast foods linked to rising cases of chronic illness and premature d*ath

Banasree SarkarHealth

According to experts here, frequent consumption of fast food—from deep-fried street snacks to quick-service restaurant chains—can seriously harm one's health and eventually result in a number of illnesses, including cancer and cardiovascular disorders, which can ultimately cause death. The physicians made this statement in response to recent viral messages on social media alleging that an 11th-grade kid from Uttar Pradesh's Amroha district who was taken to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi in December died as a result of consuming too much junk food. The girl had several health problems, including acute typhoid and complaints…

05 Jan

“Epstein Library” Launches 50 Mirror Sites to Counter Cyber Attacks

MohiniInternational

Following the total server collapse on January 3, the U.S. Department of Justice has successfully launched 50 "mirror sites" to host the unredacted Epstein Library files. Officials confirmed that the archive was targeted by a sophisticated Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack, suspected to be an attempt to bury high-profile names. The new decentralized hosting system allows global users to access the documents without lag, though certain sectors of the files remain under "temporary protective seal" pending further court orders.

05 Jan

Mother’s Recipe announces launch of ‘MOM FU’ campaign to promote recipe sauces range across the North East

Business BureauBusiness

Mother’s Recipe, a legacy homegrown brand trusted by Indian families for generations, today announced the rollout of its new festive campaign titled “MOM FU: Maa ka pyaar in a new avatar” to promote its Recipe Sauces range across the North East region. The campaign will run from December 22, 2025 to the first week of January 2026, with the objective of strengthening brand and product awareness by showcasing the sauces’ authentic flavours and convenient, easy-to-use formats. The campaign is being implemented as a digital-led initiative across Guwahati, Dimapur, Agartala and Aizawl, featuring content tailored to reflect local culture and seasonal…