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22 Aug

PM Modi’s address recalling the Pahalgam Operation in Bihar: “Vowed and Delivered”

Banasree SarkarNational

Speaking at a public event in Gaya, Bihar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated the nation's commitment to "turning words into action" by pointing to the effective elimination of terrorists involved in the April 22 Pahalgam incident. "The land of Chanakya and Chandragupta Maurya is Bihar. The decisions made here are never taken lightly because they will have a significant impact on the nation's destiny," Modi stated. In reference to his previous promise made from Bihar's territory, the prime minister stated, "I vowed to reduce the terrorists to dust when the Pahalgam terror attack occurred. Operation Sindoor fulfilled that promise, which…

22 Aug

Vedanta To Pay Rs 16 Per Share

Purbalee Duttabreaking news

On August 21, Vedanta Ltd announced a second interim dividend of ₹16 per share for FY26, amounting to ₹6,256 crore. The record date for this dividend is August 27, 2025. In a stock exchange filing, the company confirmed the Board’s approval of the dividend at its meeting held on the same day. Earlier, in June, Vedanta had declared a first interim dividend of ₹7 per share. In FY25, the company paid a total of ₹17,000 crore to shareholders, translating to ₹43.5 per share. According to a May 1 note by JPMorgan, Vedanta's dividend payout may nearly halve to ₹25 per…

22 Aug

As Tripura University’s acting vice chancellor, Prof. Shyamal Das assumes leadership

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura University has appointed Prof. Shyamal Das, the senior-most professor of the institution, as its temporary vice-chancellor, an official notification issued on Thursday confirmed. The appointment comes following the retirement of former Vice-Chancellor Ganga Prasad Prasin on August 16. Prof. Das, from the Department of English, will serve as the temporary vice-chancellor for a period of one year, or until a regular appointment is made, whichever occurs first, according to the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Registrar Deepak Sharma clarified that, as per standard university procedure, the senior-most professor assumes charge of the vice-chancellor’s office whenever the position falls…

22 Aug

The Congress youth wing claims that the Mizoram chief minister misled the public on BSF recruitment

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The youth wing of the opposition Congress on Thursday accused Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma of misleading the public regarding the upcoming recruitment of 300 youths from the state into the Border Security Force (BSF). At a press conference, Youth Congress leaders claimed that the chief minister had recently posted on social media that the recruitment drive—including 45 women candidates—was announced on August 18 following his request to Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Countering this, opposition leaders asserted that the recruitment is part of a routine process and not the result of any intervention by Lalduhoma. They highlighted that the Ministry…

22 Aug

Nepal Looks to Carbon Markets—but Communities Might Be Left Behind

MohiniNepal

Nepal plans to secure $75 million from forest-based carbon storage projects by 2028, with carbon trading regulations nearing final approval. However, concerns are rising that local communities may be excluded from benefits due to institutional hurdles and bureaucratic layers. This highlights a key issue for South Asian environmental planning: ensuring that community-led conservation projects also receive fair financial return.

22 Aug

Stopping Kidney Disease Before It Starts: The Power of Early Detection & Prevention

Business BureauBusiness

Dr. G. Sudhakar is a Consultant Nephrologist at Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad(Somajiguda) says, A major and expanding worldwide health concern, kidney disease sometimes advances silently until it reaches severe, irreversible stages. Millions of people worldwide suffer from Chronic kidney disease (CKD), which puts a significant strain on healthcare systems and threatens their quality of life. Preventive nephrology provides a crucial foundation to lessen this burden and enhance outcomes for individuals who are at risk by emphasizing early detection, risk factor management, and public health awareness. Early Detection: An Important Initial Step It is impossible to overestimate the significance of early identification…

22 Aug

Brazil Pushes Ahead with Electrified Urban Transit

MohiniInternational

Brazilian cities are accelerating the shift to electric mobility: Porto Alegre has introduced four Eletra electric buses into its public fleet, while São Paulo recently welcomed 60 BYD battery-electric buses—boosting its electric bus count to 589. Observers in Nepal’s Kathmandu, Bangladesh’s Dhaka, and Indian metros are inspired by Brazil’s transit electrification efforts, exploring possibilities for sustainable public transport in high-density areas.

21 Aug

Aluminium futures increase: New deals fuel price rise

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

New Delhi: Aluminium prices rose by 10 paise to Rs 250.75 per kg in futures trade on Thursday as speculators created new deals amid a positive trend in the spot market. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, the price of aluminium contract for September delivery rose 10 paise, or 0.04 percent, to Rs 250.75 per kg in a business turnover of 1,483 lots. Analysts said fresh buying by traders amid demand from consumer industries supported aluminium prices in the futures market.

21 Aug

A Gastroenterologist’s Guide to Preventing Food Poisoning

Business BureauBusiness

Dr. Azhar Perwaiz, Director, Gastrosciences, Medanta – The Medicity The temperatures of India’s summer significantly increase the risk of food spoilage and foodborne illnesses. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the “danger zone” for bacterial growth, between 4°C and 60°C, can be reached in under two hours on hot days. Recent reports of suspected hygiene compromise at popular eateries in parts of Assam and Meghalaya, underscore the reality of this seasonal food-safety challenge. To mitigate the risk of food poisoning, consider the following preventive measures: Prioritize Cleanliness: Wash hands thoroughly and frequently, especially after handling raw food or using…

21 Aug

The center gives Tripura permission to certify Manipur and Mizoram paddy seedlings

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The central government has authorised Tripura to certify paddy seeds for the neighbouring states of Manipur and Mizoram, a move aimed at ensuring authenticity and improving quality in regional seed distribution, announced Tripura Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Wednesday. The announcement was made during the unveiling of a statue of agricultural scientist Dr. M. S. Swaminathan at the State Agriculture Research Station in AD Nagar. Nath said the certification process, managed by the Tripura Agriculture Department, will provide genuine recognition to paddy produced in the two northeastern states. Speaking at the event, Nath paid tribute to…