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27 Aug

Adi Students’ Union urges CM Khandu to withdraw paramilitary forces from Siang region

editorArunachal Pradesh

In order to obtain a pre-feasibility report (PFR) for a significant hydropower project, the Adi Students' Union (AdiSU) has requested the assistance of Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu to remove paramilitary personnel stationed in the Siang and Upper Siang districts. The deployment of paramilitary forces for PFR for the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) was carried out without enough consultation with the project-affected villages, causing panic and disturbance, according to a memo that AdiSU submitted to the chief minister on Monday. The students' organization protested the suspension of many gaon burahs (GBs) and head gaon burahs (HGBs) and claimed…

27 Aug

Tripura enhances GBP Hospital and AGMC with free services and state-of-the-art amenities

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura government has announced a series of measures to strengthen healthcare delivery at Agartala Government Medical College (AGMC) and Govinda Ballabh Pant (GBP) Hospital, aiming to provide modern facilities, free services, and improved patient support. The decisions were taken at a meeting of the Rogi Kalyan Samity (RKS) held at AGMC’s Council Hall on August 25, chaired by MLA Mina Rani Sarkar, who also heads the RKS.One of the key decisions is the introduction of free diagnostic services for patients under various schemes, including the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), Chief Minister Jan Arogya Yojana, Priority Group, Antyodaya,…

27 Aug

Renault Updates Kiger & Triber

Purbalee DuttaBusiness

Renault has recently refreshed its Kiger SUV and Triber MPV in India, leaving only the Kwid hatchback—its most affordable offering—awaiting an update. The French automaker is reportedly working on a facelifted version of the Kwid, which competes with models like the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 and S-Presso. While Renault hasn’t officially announced details, the launch could happen soon, possibly ahead of the festive season, following the recent updates of the Triber on July 23 and the Kiger on August 24. Once a major contributor to Renault’s presence in India, the Kwid has seen demand dip as consumer interest shifted toward…

27 Aug

The Mizoram Congress chastises ZPM for announcing its candidate for the Dampa by-election too soon

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The opposition Congress in Mizoram has strongly criticised the ruling Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) for announcing its candidate for the upcoming Dampa assembly by-election before the Election Commission of India (ECI) declared the poll schedule. On Monday, the ZPM declared that popular Mizo singer Vanlalsailova would contest the vacant seat. The Dampa constituency fell vacant following the death of sitting MNF legislator Lalrintluanga Sailo on July 21.In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Mizoram Pradesh Congress Committee said the ruling party’s decision broke with long-standing political tradition in the state. “No political party in Mizoram has ever announced a candidate…

27 Aug

UK Tightens Work Rules for Gig Sector

MohiniInternational

The UK Government is pushing forward an amendment under the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill to extend Right-to-Work checks to gig economy and agency workers—a group previously exempt. This reform will make platforms in delivery, ride-hailing, and domestic sectors verify legal employment eligibility, aligning them with formal hiring standards. South Asian platforms and policymakers—from India, Bangladesh, and Nepal—are observing closely as gig labor rights and obligations evolve in a fast-changing digital economy.

27 Aug

Arunachal Pradesh to receive city gas infrastructure through BPCL-OIL partnership

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

After Oil India Limited (OIL) and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) signed a joint venture agreement (JVA) to form a joint venture company (JVC), Arunachal Pradesh is expected to receive a city gas distribution (CGD) network. According to a statement released here, the project will build Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations and distribute Piped Natural Gas (PNG) to homes, businesses, and industries throughout the state. The project, which was given to the BPCL-OIL consortium in the 12th CGD bid round of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB), aims to support the government's gas-based economy vision by increasing access…

27 Aug

Critical gaps along the Indo-China border in Arunachal are filled by NGO-run health centers

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

On Arunachal Pradesh’s remote frontier with China and Myanmar, where government hospitals struggle to function due to severe manpower shortages, NGO-run health centres have become the lifeline for thousands of residents. The Kalikho Pul Memorial District Hospital at Hayuliang, the main government health facility in Anjaw district, is operating with limited doctors and no specialists. Most crucially, the absence of gynaecologists has left expectant mothers and women patients in a vulnerable state. Patients in need of specialised treatment often have no option but to travel long distances—sometimes to Tezu Zonal Hospital in Lohit district or even as far as Dibrugarh…

26 Aug

Gold rose Rs 600, silver Rs 3,000

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

New Delhi: Gold prices in the national capital on Tuesday rose by Rs 600 to Rs 1,00,770 per 10 grams, supported by a weak rupee and strong global trends, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 percent purity had closed at Rs 1,00,170 per 10 grams on Monday. Gold of 99.5 percent purity rose by Rs 500 to Rs 1,00,400 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes), as against the last close of Rs 99,900 per 10 grams. Silver prices rose by Rs 3,000 to an all-time high of Rs 1,18,000 per kg (inclusive of…

26 Aug

Pema Khandu declared India’s second richest CM with assets worth ₹332.56 Crore: ADR report

editorArunachal Pradesh

According to a report published by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has disclosed assets worth Rs 332.56 crore, making him the second wealthiest chief minister in the nation. Andhra Pradesh's richest chief minister is N Chandrababu Naidu, whose assets are Rs 931 crore. With Rs 51.93 crore, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is in third place, while Neiphiu Rio of Nagaland is in fourth place with Rs 46.95 crore. With assets of Rs 17.27 crore, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is ranked ninth in the country among northeastern states. Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad…

26 Aug

Bandhan Bank marks 10 years with launch of premium ‘Legacy Savings Account’

Business BureauBusiness

Bandhan Bank, one of India’s fastest-growing universal banks, marked its 10th anniversary by launching the ‘Legacy Savings Account’, a premium offering designed for affluent customers. The account promises a wide range of exclusive lifestyle, travel, and financial benefits. The Legacy Savings Account comes with a World Elite Mastercard debit card, offering access to international and domestic airport lounges, Taj Epicure membership, complimentary movie and event tickets, and golf sessions at select clubs. Customers will also benefit from dedicated relationship managers, lifetime discounts on locker rentals, and expert consulting services for travel, medical, education, and estate planning. In addition, Legacy account…