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03 Dec

The GBP hospital in Tripura implants the first leadless pacemaker

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura has achieved a significant medical milestone with Agartala Government Medical College and GB Pant Hospital successfully performing their first leadless pacemaker implantation on a critically ill 71‑year‑old patient. The miniature, wire‑free device—delivered directly into the heart through a vein—marks a major advancement in minimally invasive cardiac care. Health officials said the patient was admitted in a life‑threatening condition, suffering from complete heart block, traumatic brain injury, intraparenchymal haemorrhage and septic shock. Specialists from Emergency Medicine, Neurosurgery, Medicine ICU and Cardiology worked for several days to stabilise him before proceeding with the implantation. Unlike conventional pacemakers that require chest surgery…

03 Dec

A rodent outbreak destroys 42% of crops, affecting thousands of farmers

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

A severe rodent infestation has destroyed nearly 42 per cent of Mizoram’s agricultural output this year, affecting more than 5,000 farmers across all 11 districts, according to the state Agriculture Department. The outbreak was triggered by the flowering of Bambusa tulda, locally known as Thingtam, a phenomenon that occurs once every 48 years and causes rodent populations to surge rapidly. Deputy Director (Plant Protection) Lalrindiki said over 1,700 hectares of farmland spanning 180 villages have suffered significant damage. While poisoning drives helped slow the spread, the rodent population began declining only after the harvest period. Mamit district recorded the most…

03 Dec

Nuvoco unveils ZERO M UNNATI app to boost digital connect with India’s influencer community

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Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd. has launched the NUVOCO ZERO M UNNATI App, a new digital platform aimed at strengthening engagement with its extensive influencer community, including contractors, waterproofing applicators, tile applicators, masons, and painters. Dealers, retailers, and distributors will also be able to access the app through their designated profiles. The app offers a seamless digital experience with real-time tracking of reward points, incentive updates, instant offer notifications, and quick access to detailed product information. It also integrates a direct helpline and call-centre support to ensure continuous assistance for users. Chirag Shah, Head of Marketing, Innovation and Sales Excellence at…

03 Dec

Mizoram Rolls Out Digital Module to Simplify Tax Collection at Border Check-Posts

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram is set to modernize transport management by implementing an online border check-post module, aimed at streamlining entry tax collection for commercial vehicles. Developed with the National Informatics Centre, the system is ready for deployment, starting at the Vairengte check gate on the Mizoram–Assam border and the Kanhmun gate with Tripura, which are crucial for handling high commercial traffic volumes. This initiative will enhance fee collection efficiency, improve vehicular movement, decrease manual interference, and increase transparency, making Mizoram the 28th state in India to adopt a digital border management system.

03 Dec

Security Forces Gain Edge as Two Hardcore ULFA-I Insurgents Surrender

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The proscribed Ulfa-I faced another setback as two core members, Bhargab Hazarika alias Ban Asom and Astitva Axom, surrendered to security forces in Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh. The militants, trained in Myanmar, fled their camp, crossed the border, and were subsequently taken to Tinsukia, Assam for questioning. This follows a recent surrender of Arunodoi Dohutia, a close aide to Ulfa-I chief Paresh Baruah, on November 23, marking the second significant loss for the group in a month.

03 Dec

Pasighat Polls Heat Up: 21 Candidates Vie for Seats Amid Vigorous Campaigning

Sonakshi SarkarPolitical

Twenty-one candidates are contesting in the Pasighat Municipal Council elections across eight wards, primarily between the ruling BJP and the People’s Party of Arunachal (PPA). The candidates include eight from BJP, eight from PPA, three from Congress (INC), and two Independents. Notable contests involve former PMC chairman Okiam Moyong Borang in Ward 2 against PPA’s Mem Tamut, with possible triangular contests anticipated in Wards 1, 5, and 6. The municipal election authority has established 12 polling stations for 12,373 registered voters, who will cast their votes on December 15. Intensive campaigns are underway as polling day approaches.

03 Dec

Heightened Checks Leading to ‘Exfiltration’ from Tripura, Claims Chief Minister

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has declared that the state is currently experiencing 'exfiltration' rather than infiltration from across the Bangladesh border, attributing this phenomenon to heightened scrutiny leading individuals holding fake documents to depart. Tripura, which shares an 856-km border with Bangladesh, has seen the Border Security Force (BSF) apprehend 57 illegal Rohingya immigrants, 628 Bangladeshi nationals, and 280 Indians this year. Saha emphasized that the BSF has been directed to return infiltrators in cooperation with the Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB), following legal protocols. He acknowledged the challenging conditions for border security due to difficult terrain and areas lacking…

03 Dec

Stories of craft and confidence shine as Mia partners with Hornbill Festival 2025

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Mia by Tanishq, India’s leading contemporary fine jewellery brand, has come on board as the Official Style Partner for the Hornbill Festival 2025—one of the country’s most cherished celebrations of cultural heritage, artistry, community, and creative expression. Through this partnership, Mia brings its “Precious, every day” philosophy to a festival that beautifully mirrors the very values the brand stands for: individuality, confidence, craftsmanship, and the power of personal stories. Ms. Shyamala Ramanan, Business Head – Mia by Tanishq, shared the main dais with the Chief Minister of Nagaland, Ambassadors and Ministers at the inauguration and addressed audiences reinforcing Mia’s leadership…

03 Dec

Bamboo Flowering Leads to Rodent Surge, Wiping Out 42% of Mizoram’s Agricultural Produce

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

More than 5,000 farmers in Mizoram experienced a 42% loss of their annual harvest due to a severe rodent outbreak linked to the gregarious flowering of the bamboo species Bambusa Tulda. The infestation affected over 1,700 hectares and led to significant crop losses, especially in the districts of Mamit and Lunglei, where some farmers reported losses exceeding 82%. Government mitigation efforts, such as poisoning drives, have helped stabilize the situation. The bamboo flowering initiated a cyclical rodent outbreak, which historically occurs every 48 years. This year's event, associated with "Mautam," was somewhat contained due to early warnings and state preparations,…

03 Dec

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank announces the opening of its RAC at Agartala

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Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (Ujjivan SFB) has announced the opening of its Retail Asset Centre (RAC) at Math Chowmani, Agartala, marking a significant step in expanding its presence across North East India. The new centre will provide a comprehensive range of credit solutions including affordable housing loans, micro mortgages, personal loans, and vehicle loans to individuals and micro and small enterprises (MSEs) across Tripura. The RAC is designed to streamline the application, processing, and management of retail credit products, enabling faster turnaround times and efficient service delivery for customers in the region. Commenting on the launch, Mr. Umesh Arora, Head…