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31 Mar

Easter Egg Painting Event in Mizoram Aims to Raise Anti-Drug Awareness

ParomitaMizoram

In a creative initiative to spread awareness against substance abuse among children and youth, an Easter Egg Painting Competition based on the 'Ruihhlo Do' (Anti-Drug Campaign) theme will be organised for churches within the Lunglei Municipal Council (LMC) area on April 5 on Easter Sunday.The programme is being organised by the District Level Committee on NCORD (Narco Coordination Committee), Lunglei district, in collaboration with the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan. All major Christian denominations within the LMC area are expected to participate in the event.As part of the competition, participants will paint Easter eggs reflecting the anti-drug theme and design placards…

31 Mar

Kotak Mahindra Prime elevates Suraj Rajappan as CEO, Todiwala to retire after three decades

Business BureauBusiness

Kotak Mahindra Prime Limited (KMPL), the vehicle financing arm of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, on Monday announced a leadership transition with the appointment of Suraj Rajappan as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer effective June 1, 2026. The appointment, approved by the Board, is for a three-year term and is subject to shareholder approval. Rajappan will succeed Shahrukh Todiwala, who will superannuate on May 31, 2026 after more than three decades with the Kotak Group. Rajappan, who began his career with KMPL, brings over 24 years of cross-functional experience within the organisation. Ashok Vaswani, MD and CEO of Kotak Mahindra…

31 Mar

MSE completes Market Maker appointments, set to boost liquidity from April 1

Business BureauBusiness

Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India (MSE) has announced the successful completion of appointing Market Makers for its Equity Segment, marking a significant step towards strengthening trading activity on the platform. The move is expected to enhance market depth, improve price discovery, and deliver a more efficient trading experience for participants. According to the press release, the exchange will roll out liquidity enhancement measures starting April 1, 2026. These initiatives are aimed at deepening market participation and building a more vibrant and competitive trading ecosystem. MSE said the development aligns with its continued commitment to creating a transparent and efficient marketplace…

31 Mar

Pune’s Summer Surprise: Massive Hailstorm Transforms Hinjewadi into a Winter Wonderland

anuprovaIndia

Residents of Pune, particularly in the tech hub of Hinjewadi, were treated to a breathtaking and rare meteorological spectacle as a severe hailstorm blanketed the city in white, mimicking a high-altitude snowfall. The event, which occurred during a period usually marked by rising summer temperatures and persistent dust, saw the sky turn dark before unleashing a rhythmic barrage of hailstones that quickly covered balconies, car hoods, and streets. Within minutes, the typical grey concrete of the IT park was replaced by a brilliant white carpet, prompting thousands of residents to take to social media to share videos and photos of…

31 Mar

Meghalaya Boosts Rural Economy with ₹4.61 Crore E-RISE Scheme for Eri Silk Sector

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In a significant move to transform the state’s sericulture landscape, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has officially launched the E-RISE (Eri Rearing, Innovation, Spinning, and Empowerment) program. The ₹4.61 crore initiative is designed to fortify the Eri silk value chain, providing a direct boost to rural livelihoods and indigenous textile production. Launched in the Ri-Bhoi district, the E-RISE scheme targets 1,200 farming households spread across 22 clusters. The primary objective is to transition from traditional methods to a more modernized, efficient system that ensures value addition remains within the state. By empowering farmers to process yarn locally rather than…

30 Mar

Manipal Hospital hosts ‘Anveshana’ in Arunachal, focuses on health awareness and emergency preparedness

Business BureauBusiness

In a significant step towards strengthening health awareness and bridging critical information gaps in the North East, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, a unit of one of India’s leading healthcare providers, successfully conducted ‘Anveshana – Medical Education for Media’ at the Arunachal Press Club today. The initiative brought together leading specialists and members of the media for an interactive session focused on improving health literacy, encouraging early diagnosis, and enhancing emergency response preparedness across the region. The programme also marked the unveiling of the Media Privilege Card and included a hands-on CPR training session, reinforcing the importance of timely intervention in…

30 Mar

Yamaha hosts first-ever Mega Mileage Challenge in Kolkata for the FZ-S Fi Hybrid motorcycle

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India Yamaha Motor (IYM) Pvt. Ltd. has hosted the Mega Mileage Challenge in Kolkata for the FZ-S Fi Hybrid motorcycle. The event aimed at educating customers about the impressive fuel efficiency delivered by the FZ-S Fi Hybrid’s Smart Motor Generator (SMG) Technology and its benefits. Organized in collaboration with authorized dealerships – Banyan Tree Automobiles, ATC Electronics Pvt. Ltd., Tanushka Auto, and Velocity Motors – the challenge witnessed enthusiastic participation from Yamaha customers, along with their family members who eagerly joined the experience. The Smart Motor Generator (SMG) and Stop & Start System (SSS) optimizes fuel economy and as a…

30 Mar

Doctor warns: diabetes symptoms often hide as everyday health issues

Sonakshi SarkarHealth

Health experts are sounding the alarm over the growing number of diabetes cases that go undiagnosed for months — and sometimes years — because early symptoms are often mistaken for everyday health issues. Doctors say this delay in recognising the warning signs is leading to late detection and avoidable complications.According to endocrinologists, Type 2 diabetes typically begins with subtle changes in the body that do not appear alarming. Many patients initially attribute these signs to stress, ageing, workload or seasonal fatigue, and therefore do not seek timely medical evaluation.A senior diabetologist explained that one of the most commonly ignored signs…

30 Mar

Arunachal Discovery: Rare Butterfly Species Named After Zubeen Garg

riyaArunachal Pradesh

A previously unknown butterfly species, Euthalia (Limbusa) zubeengargi, has been discovered in the forests of Arunachal Pradesh and named in honor of Assamese singer Zubeen Garg. This species was found in the Basar region of Leparada district, which is recognized as a biodiversity hotspot that remains largely unexplored in Northeast India. The discovery, published in the peer-reviewed journal Entomon by researchers Roshan Upadhaya and Kalesh Sadasivan during field surveys in 2025, reflects the scientific significance of the region’s biodiversity while paying tribute to a beloved cultural figure. The butterfly was observed in semi-evergreen forests at altitudes between 600 and 750…

30 Mar

PSL Scandal: Shaheen Afridi’s Lahore Qalandars Penalized for Ball Tampering in High-Stakes Clash

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The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 has been rocked by a major integrity crisis after Lahore Qalandars were found guilty of ball tampering during a tense encounter against Karachi Kings at the Gaddafi Stadium. The controversy unfolded on Sunday night, March 29, just before the start of the final over. With Karachi Kings needing 14 runs to win, cameras captured a huddle involving captain Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Fakhar Zaman, during which the players were seen handling the ball in a suspicious manner. On-field umpire Faisal Afridi immediately intervened, and after a thorough inspection and consultation with fellow…