Blog

Governor Parnaik calls for timely implementation of schemes for ex-servicemen

Governor Parnaik calls for timely implementation of schemes for ex-servicemen

Lt Gen K. T. Parnaik (Retd.), the governor of Arunachal Pradesh, underlined the importance of timely welfare program implementation, timely financial aid disbursement, and efficient grievance redressal procedures for state-wide ex-servicemen. At Lok Bhavan, the Governor met with Air Commodore R. D. Mosabi (Retd.), the Director-cum-Secretary of the state's Rajya Sainik Board, to discuss welfare initiatives that the board has undertaken. They had in-depth conversations about effective coordination with the Armed Forces and government agencies, resettlement and employment assistance, and the welfare of former service members and their dependents. The governor expressed his concern for the well-being of his former…
Read More
AM/NS India becomes first integrated steelmaker to get green steel certification

AM/NS India becomes first integrated steelmaker to get green steel certification

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) has become the country’s first integrated steel producer to receive Green Steel certification under the Ministry of Steel’s newly notified Green Steel Taxonomy. The certification covers the company’s flat steel products, with Hot Rolled (HR) coils and sheets earning a four-star rating and Cold Rolled (CR) coils and sheets receiving a three-star rating. The certified products, widely used in the automotive, infrastructure, defence, construction equipment and consumer durables sectors, are now officially recognised as government-certified Green Steel. This enables downstream users to lower Scope 3 emissions across their value chains. Certification eligibility is based…
Read More
Cognizant posts strong Q4, full-year 2025 results, beats guidance across key metrics

Cognizant posts strong Q4, full-year 2025 results, beats guidance across key metrics

Cognizant has reported strong fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results, exceeding its guidance on revenue, margins and earnings, supported by steady demand for AI-led digital services and large deal wins. The company posted fourth-quarter revenue of $5.3 billion, up 4.9 per cent year-on-year, or 3.8 per cent in constant currency. Full-year revenue rose 7 per cent to $21.1 billion, while operating margin improved to 16.1 per cent, an expansion of 140 basis points over the previous year. Full-year GAAP earnings per share stood at $4.56, with adjusted EPS rising 11 per cent to $5.28. Trailing twelve-month bookings grew 5 per…
Read More
Myntra Names Former Google, Instacart Executive Pramod Adiddam as CTO

Myntra Names Former Google, Instacart Executive Pramod Adiddam as CTO

Walmart-owned fashion e-commerce platform Myntra has appointed Pramod Adiddam as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO), with the appointment taking effect immediately.Adiddam succeeds Raghu Krishnananda, who stepped down as Chief Product and Technology Officer in April 2025 after more than five years with the company. In his new role, Adiddam will lead Myntra’s overall technology strategy, with a focus on innovation, platform scalability and strengthening technical capabilities to support the company’s growth.With over two decades of experience, Adiddam has a strong background in building and operating large consumer-facing digital platforms. Prior to joining Myntra, he held senior leadership positions at…
Read More
Mizoram Hosts Red Fest 2026, Focus on HIV Awareness Among Youth

Mizoram Hosts Red Fest 2026, Focus on HIV Awareness Among Youth

The North-East Multimedia Campaign, popularly known as Red Fest 2026, was held at LPS Arena, Falkland with Mizoram Health and Family Welfare Minister Pi Lalrinpuii attending the programme as the Chief Guest. The event was jointly organised by the Mizoram State AIDS Control Society (MSACS) and the National AIDS Control Organization (NACO). Chief Secretary Pu Khilli Ram Meena chaired the programme, which saw the participation of officials, health experts, project directors, and youth representatives from across the eight North-Eastern states. Addressing the gathering, Minister Lalrinpuii said that Red Fest is an important regional initiative aimed at strengthening awareness about HIV/AIDS,…
Read More
Awareness Drive on HIV/AIDS Conducted in Mizoram

Awareness Drive on HIV/AIDS Conducted in Mizoram

The North-East Multimedia Campaign, known as Red Fest, was organized collaboratively by the Mizoram State AIDS Control Society (MSACS) and the National AIDS Control Organization (NACO) at LPS Arena, Falkland. The event took place on a Friday and was attended by key dignitaries, including Minister for Health and Family Welfare Lalrinpuii, who served as the chief guest. In her address, Minister Lalrinpuii underscored the campaign's vital role in raising awareness about HIV/AIDS in the region, with a particular focus on educating young people, promoting healthy lifestyles, and reducing stigma associated with the illness. The Minister highlighted the alarming HIV prevalence…
Read More
Medanta’s growth story balances healing, hiring and heavy investments as Q3 FY26 revenue rises 19%

Medanta’s growth story balances healing, hiring and heavy investments as Q3 FY26 revenue rises 19%

Global Health Limited, which runs the Medanta network of multi-specialty hospitals across North and East India, reported a strong rise in patient activity and revenue in Q3 FY26, even as investments in new hospitals and regulatory changes weighed on short-term profit. The company’s consolidated total income grew 19.1% year-on-year to ₹11,428 million during the December 2025 quarter, reflecting a steady rise in people seeking both inpatient and outpatient care. Inpatient volumes increased 14.3%, while outpatient footfalls jumped 19.5%, underlining sustained demand for tertiary healthcare. Average revenue per occupied bed rose nearly 10% to ₹67,361, supported by improved case mix and…
Read More
Shringla raises connectivity, tourism and investment implementation issues for Northeast in Parliament

Shringla raises connectivity, tourism and investment implementation issues for Northeast in Parliament

Member of Parliament Harsh Vardhan Shringla on Thursday raised key concerns in Parliament regarding infrastructure expansion, rail connectivity and tourism development in the North Eastern Region, urging the government to ensure timely implementation of projects and effective utilisation of central funds. He also sought details on progress made following commitments announced at the Rising North East Summit and stressed the need to translate investment pledges into employment-generating projects on the ground. Highlighting the region’s tourism potential, Shringla said the Northeast possesses immense natural beauty, vibrant tribal heritage and significant opportunities in eco, cultural and adventure tourism. He emphasised that improved…
Read More
Meta steps up fight against online fraud with third ‘Scam Se Bacho’ campaign, partners I4C and SEBI

Meta steps up fight against online fraud with third ‘Scam Se Bacho’ campaign, partners I4C and SEBI

Meta has launched the third edition of its flagship anti-scam awareness initiative Scam Se Bacho, strengthening its efforts to curb the growing threat of digital fraud in India. The renewed campaign is being rolled out in collaboration with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The campaign was kicked off with an educational film featuring veteran actor Neena Gupta along with digital creators Sukriti Chaturvedi, Yuvraj Dua and Shreyas Mendiratta. Using humour and familiar, real-life situations, the film highlights common scam formats such as fake job offers demanding upfront fees, “digital…
Read More
Meeting Focuses on Streamlining Govt Schemes for Greater Public Benefit

Meeting Focuses on Streamlining Govt Schemes for Greater Public Benefit

A district-level convergence meeting was held in Serchhip to discuss better coordination among government departments so that various central and state government schemes can be implemented more effectively and deliver greater benefits to the public. The meeting was chaired by Serchhip Deputy Commissioner Paul L. Khuma, who stressed the importance of joint efforts among departments to ensure that ongoing government programmes reach people in a more meaningful and useful manner. He said that proper coordination among departments is necessary so that schemes are implemented in a planned way and people are able to make full use of the benefits provided…
Read More