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30 Dec

Tripura Student Murder: Rijiju Condemns Political Angle

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has criticized individuals for "playing politics" regarding the murder of Anjel Chakma, a final-year MBA student in Uttarakhand. Rijiju emphasized that such tragic incidents should evoke sadness from all, rather than political maneuvering, and expressed disdain for Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders who implicated the BJP in the student's death, stating, “Shame on them.” Anjel was assaulted on December 9, suffering serious injuries from an attack involving a knife and a bracelet, and ultimately succumbed on December 26 after a 17-day hospitalization. His father, a Border Security Force (BSF) jawan, claimed that Anjel was attacked…

29 Dec

In 2025, a single user splurged ₹15 Lakh on Gold coins: How Kolkata Instamarted 2025

Business BureauBusiness

Kolkata’s growing comfort with quick commerce was underscored this year as Instamart reported strong everyday usage paired with festive surges and premium purchases in its annual consumer trends report, How India Instamarted 2025. The platform revealed that one Kolkata user placed more than 1,200 orders in a year, signalling deep integration of app-based deliveries into routine life. Another buyer spent ₹1.99 lakh in a single order, while gold coins and affordable electronics ranked among the top premium products. Daily orders showcased a balanced trend, with biscuits, crackers, chips, baby wipes, skincare, frozen foods and home-care items dominating shopping carts. Seasonal…

29 Dec

One walk a day could be the health boost you need

Banasree SarkarHealth

A short, brisk walk after eating might be one of the simplest and most effective ways to boost your health — especially if you have diabetes or struggle with high blood sugar levels. According to recent health insights, timing is key. Instead of walking immediately after your last bite, experts suggest waiting 10 to 15 minutes before heading out. This short delay aligns perfectly with the time when blood glucose levels start to rise, making your walk more effective in blunting glucose spikes and aiding digestion. For most people, 10–20 minutes of light to moderate walking at a pace of…

29 Dec

In Bihar, IPA strengthens East India’s poultry supply with strategic investment of INR 300 Cr

Business BureauBusiness

Indian Poultry Alliance (IPA), a subsidiary of the Allana Group, has announced a strategic investment of ₹300 crore in Bihar to strengthen poultry production and ensure a reliable supply network across Northeast Bengal and neighbouring regions. Announced on December 26, 2025, the initiative aims to meet rising demand from both institutional and consumer markets in eastern India. The project will establish East India’s first fully integrated poultry complex, including breeder farms, hatcheries, feed mills, processing facilities and a rendering plant. The modern facility will supply hygienically packed poultry products to food service operators, e-commerce and quick commerce platforms, as well…

29 Dec

To show how one good choice makes the next one easier, Britannia NutriChoice and Aamir Khan come together

Business BureauBusiness

Britannia NutriChoice has launched a new brand campaign centred on the idea that “one good choice makes the next one easier,” while also introducing its latest product — 100% Millets Apple Cinnamon flavoured cookies. The campaign features actor Aamir Khan as the brand’s new face and highlights everyday moments where small choices can influence daily habits. Conceptualised by Lowe Lintas, the campaign films present relatable, slice-of-life situations, using light humour to show how one positive decision can create momentum for healthier choices through the day. Britannia NutriChoice said the initiative reflects a simple and realistic approach to encouraging mindful snacking.…

29 Dec

Outrage in Tripura Over Killing of Angel Chakma, Demands Grow for Action Against Attacks on Northeast Students

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Protests have broken out in different parts of Tripura following the death of Angel Chakma, a student from the State who was allegedly assaulted in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, and later died in hospital. The incident has sparked anger, grief, and concern over the safety of students from the Northeast studying in other parts of the country. The case has drawn widespread attention after the Tripura Chakma Students Association appealed to the central government to intervene. The Association said there had been repeated incidents of violence and harassment against youth from the Northeast, and called for strong action to prevent such attacks.…

29 Dec

Gautam Adani motivates India’s youth to spearhead the AI era

Banasree SarkarNational

Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani called on the next generation of Indians to take the lead in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) because the nation's economic security, cultural confidence, and strategic freedom depend on the development of indigenous AI models, robust compute capacity, and resilient intelligence ecosystems. Speaking to researchers and students at the opening of Vidya Pratishthan's Sharad Pawar Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence (CoE-AI) in Baramati, Maharashtra, Adani stated that India is about to enter a pivotal period where talent, technology, and national purpose must coexist. He pointed out that India's capacity to unite people, institutions,…

29 Dec

Outrage in Mizoram Over Christmas Harassment Incidents; Leaders Warn Against Threats to Religious Freedom

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Home Minister K Sapdanga, along with several political leaders in the state, has strongly condemned recent incidents of violence and harassment against Christians during Christmas celebrations in different parts of the country. In a statement issued on Sunday, Sapdanga said he was deeply concerned by reports of attacks on members of the Christian community and attempts to disturb Christmas programmes that were being held peacefully.He referred in particular to an incident at St. Mary’s School in Nalbari district of Assam, where members of a fringe organisation allegedly entered the school premises and damaged Christmas decorations on Christmas Eve. The…

29 Dec

DOJ Opens “Epstein Library” with Initial Document Release

MohiniInternational

The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a dedicated section on its website titled the "Epstein Library," meeting a Congressionally mandated deadline to release investigative files related to Jeffrey Epstein. While thousands of pages are now public, the DOJ noted it may need several more weeks to process one million additional documents. Meanwhile, President Trump has publicly urged the DOJ to "unmask" all political figures mentioned in the logs, as lawmakers like Eric Swalwell call for hearings to investigate delays in the transparency process.

29 Dec

When Silence Speaks: Tehseen Poonawalla Reframes Salman Khan’s Galwan Moment

PreetiEntertainment

Political analyst and former Bigg Boss contestant Tehseen Poonawalla has defended actor Salman Khan in light of recent online backlash regarding a brief smile in the teaser for his upcoming film, Battle of Galwan. This film is a war drama inspired by actual events, and certain social media users have criticized Khan's expression as inappropriate for the context of the movie. Tehseen responded to the criticism by asserting on X that the interpretation of the moment is flawed. He believes that Salman Khan's expression demonstrates a sense of inner control and psychological strength, contradicting claims of casualness or inappropriate emotional…