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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…

21 Aug

Mizoram Police conduct two significant searches and confiscate heroin and meth valued at over Rs 2.7 crore

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Police dealt a significant blow to cross-border drug trafficking networks by seizing large quantities of heroin and methamphetamine in two consecutive operations in Champhai and Aizawl districts. The combined value of the contraband exceeds Rs 2.7 crore, authorities said. On the night of August 17, Champhai Police personnel at Hnahlan Beat Post discovered a suspicious white EECO van (Reg. No. MZ-01-Z-6975) parked on the outskirts of Hnahlan village. The driver abandoned the vehicle and fled into the jungle. A search revealed 240 grams of heroin, cleverly hidden in Crispy Wafer “Milk 4 Stix” packets, with an estimated value of…

21 Aug

West Bengal Police raids fake Goodknight manufacturing unit in Purba Bardhaman

Business BureauBusiness

West Bengal Police, along with Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL)—the company behind Goodknight, India’s leading household insecticide brand—has successfully busted a counterfeit manufacturing unit operating out of Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal. The raid, carried out with support from GCPL’s investigation agency, is a crucial step in curbing the spread of fake mosquito repellent products in the region. Based on actionable intelligence, the local police and investigative teams conducted a swift raid at the illegal facility owned by Birkash Das. Items recovered from the site include 1,370 finished Goodknight flash refill packs of 90 ml, 1,491 filled 45 ml bottles with…

21 Aug

Deloitte India partners with Paralympic bronze medallist Sheetal Devi to champion inclusive talent

Business BureauBusiness

Professional services giant Deloitte India has strengthened its commitment to diverse talent by partnering with 18-year-old Paralympic bronze medallist Sheetal Devi, the world's first female Para archer without arms, reinforcing the company's vision to nurture India's human potential beyond metropolitan centers. Devi's remarkable journey from facing mockery at age 15 to becoming World No. 1 at 16 and earning the prestigious Arjuna Award exemplifies India's emerging talent pool. Her Paralympic bronze at 17 has positioned her as a symbol of resilience and determination. "India's greatest strength lies in its people, in their ability to dream big, rise above challenges, and…

21 Aug

Jefferies Maintains HDFC As A Top Pick With A 21% Upside

Purbalee DuttaLatest

Jefferies continues to list HDFC Bank as one of its top investment picks, maintaining a ‘Buy’ rating with a target price of ₹2,400, indicating a 21% upside from current levels. The brokerage highlights stable asset quality, strong growth prospects, and merger synergies within the HDFC Group as key drivers for earnings and return on equity (ROE). Management reaffirmed its commitment to loan growth and expects deposit growth at a steady 16%, which Jefferies sees as core strengths. The bank’s stable asset quality, especially in retail and SME segments, is likely to boost its lending capacity. Jefferies expects credit growth to…

21 Aug

Spear Corps begins mission to conquer Mt. Gorichen

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

From Lekhabali Military Station, the Indian Army's Spear Corps launched a mountaineering expedition to scale Arunachal Pradesh's highest scalable peak, Mt. Gorichen (6,488 m). Mount Gorichen, which rises magnificently in the Eastern Himalayas, is a representation of fortitude, perseverance, and adventure. A brave group of Indian Army men set out on this difficult mission with the intention of writing a tale of bravery and perseverance. The expedition's objectives are to push physical boundaries, promote cooperation, and encourage adventure, self-discipline, and patriotism in the young people of Arunachal Pradesh. Through these activities, the Indian Army strengthens its intimate links with the…

21 Aug

Nepal Launches Early Earthquake Warning System in Kathmandu Valley

MohiniNepal

Nepal has activated a first-of-its-kind seismic early warning system across the Kathmandu Valley, employing 15 advanced sensors to detect early tremors and send mobile alerts to residents within seconds of detection. The system is integrated with municipal emergency protocols, enabling immediate evacuation guidance for schools, hospitals, and businesses. Funded through a blend of government and international grants, this initiative aims to reduce casualties in Nepal’s high-risk urban centers. Regional authorities in Indian Himalayas and Bangladesh’s Sylhet region are exploring similar technologies to bolster earthquake preparedness in densely populated foothill zones.

21 Aug

Brazil Passes Landmark Anti-Deforestation Law Protecting Amazon

MohiniInternational

Brazil has enacted sweeping anti-deforestation legislation that introduces cleaner penalties, rigorous satellite surveillance, and conservation incentive programs. The new law facilitates rapid response to illegal logging and strengthens oversight by requiring real-time GPS mapping of deforested zones. It also mandates landowners to enroll in jurisdictional carbon credit programs, rewarding those who restore intact forest sections. Conservationists in Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan are closely watching, considering how such legal frameworks could be adapted to local forest ecosystems and community-based protection schemes.

20 Aug

Ola Electric shares gain 8.5%; Know why the stock is rising today

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Ola Electric shares rose 8.5% to their highest level of ₹44.78 per share on the NSE on Tuesday, August 19. This came after founder Bhavish Aggarwal shared launch plans and growth strategy in the upcoming quarters. In an interview to Moneycontrol, Aggarwal said that products with 4,680 cells will reach customers by Navratri. The electric vehicle maker's Tamil Nadu plant is already in full production ahead of the launch. Ola Electric's R&D head Rajesh Mekkat said that the 4680 Bharat cell has a battery life of over 15 years, which is 5 times more than competitors and provides 80% charging…