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04 Jul

Minister Lalngihnglova Hmar asks centre to set up ESI hospital in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In Mizoram, State Health and Sports Minister Lalngihnglova Hmar has requested the central government to establish a 30-bed Employees State Insurance (ESI) hospital and a dedicated sports stadium in the state. The proposals were put forward during a meeting with Union Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Mansukh Mandaviya held in New Delhi on Wednesday. Highlighting Mizoram's pressing need for improved healthcare infrastructure, Hmar urged the Union Minister to consider relaxing certain procedural norms to facilitate the establishment of an ESI hospital in the state. He argued that despite the growing number of insured workers in Mizoram, the absence of a…

03 Jul

M&M posts increase , closes in red despite 14% YoY rise in total auto sales

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Shares of Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (M&M) on Tuesday, July 1, jumped 1.09% to hit an all-time high of ₹3,218 per share on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). However, it closed 0.23% lower at ₹3,176 per unit. This comes after the carmaker reported a 14% year-on-year (YoY) rise in its total auto sales to 78,969 units in June 2025. In the month under review, the automaker sold 47,306 utility vehicles in the domestic market segment (including exports), an 18% YoY rise from 40,022 sales in the same month last year, M&M said in a regulatory filing. "Domestic sales of commercial…

03 Jul

Kishore Barman Sworn In As Minister

Purbalee DuttaNorth East, Political

BJP MLA Kishore Barman was sworn in as the 12th and final minister of the Tripura cabinet this afternoon at 1:30 PM, in line with the 91st constitutional amendment on cabinet size. In front of Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, cabinet members, BJP state president Rajiv Bhattacharjee, senior party leaders, and high-ranking officials, Governor Indrasena Reddy Nallu administered the oath at Raj Bhawan. Kishore promised to work hard and thanked the CM, PM Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, and BJP leadership. He refrained from commenting on his portfolio or state party leadership. Hailing from a poor family in Nalchhar, Kishore, an…

03 Jul

India’s carbon sequestration is greatly aided by the 79% forest cover in Arunachal: CM Khandu

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

According to Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, the state accounts for 14.38% of India's total carbon sequestration, with 79% of its land covered by forests. In a post on X, the chief minister claimed that Arunachal Pradesh had the nation's largest carbon reserve, at 1,021 million tons. In a previous speech, the chief minister emphasized the importance of woods in reducing climate change since they regulate ecosystems and serve as natural air cleaners. For a healthy environment and sustainable growth for coming generations, CM Khandu asked everyone to keep up their efforts. The Arunachal Pradesh Forest Department reported that…

03 Jul

Student safety under scrutiny: THRC investigates 2 ragging cases

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura Human Rights Commission (THRC) has launched a formal investigation into two separate and deeply troubling incidents of alleged ragging and student abuse in the state, directing top officials to submit detailed reports by July 24. The move underscores the Commission’s firm stance on safeguarding student rights and ensuring accountability in educational institutions. Taking suo-motu cognisance of media reports, THRC Chairperson Justice Arindam Lodh issued two separate orders on Wednesday. The first pertains to the prestigious Umakanta Academy in Agartala, West Tripura, where two students were allegedly involved in physically and mentally harassing juniors at the boys' hostel. The…

03 Jul

Mizoram gets fuel and essentials after road repairs

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

After six days of complete disruption, truck movement resumed on National Highway-6/306 in Mizoram on Wednesday, bringing relief to thousands across the state who were facing fuel shortages and dwindling supplies of essentials. The reopening comes after the Mizoram Tipper Association (MTA), Kolasib unit, voluntarily undertook emergency road repairs on the Sairang-Kawnpui stretch, which had been rendered impassable due to heavy monsoon rains between June 26 and 30. This highway, often referred to as Mizoram’s lifeline, connects Aizawl to Silchar in Assam and is the state’s primary corridor for essential commodities, including fuel, LPG, medicines, and food supplies. The blockade…

03 Jul

Young Residents Aged 18-26 Can Travel Nationwide for Free

MohiniInternational

Germany has rolled out a new initiative providing free nationwide train and bus travel to residents aged 18–26. The pilot program, set to run for a year, is aimed at encouraging sustainable transport use and easing financial pressures on students and young workers. The government hopes this move will help combat climate change by reducing car usage. Participating youth must register digitally and use the DeutschlandTicket mobile app to access trains and regional transit. A similar model could inspire policy efforts in South Asian countries grappling with urban traffic, pollution, and youth unemployment.

02 Jul

DMart Q1 update: Revenue forecast to grow 16%

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Avenue Supermarts Ltd has forecast a 16% year-on-year revenue growth in the first quarter of FY2026. Standalone revenue for the operator of the DMart retail chain is estimated to grow to Rs 15,932.1 crore during the April-June period, according to a quarterly business update released to the stock markets on Wednesday. As of June 30, the DMart retail chain operator has 424 stores across India. Last month, DMart announced the opening of its first flagship store in Uttar Pradesh. The new store, located at Rattan Mall in Agra, is a strong move for the retail giant, which previously had a…

02 Jul

Castrol expands auto care line with three new products for better vehicle maintenance

Business BureauBusiness

Castrol India Limited has expanded its Auto Care portfolio with the launch of three new maintenance products—Throttle Body Cleaner, Fuel Injector & Carburettor Cleaner, and Brake Cleaner. This move aims to empower workshops and service technicians with effective tools to improve vehicle performance and reduce service downtime. The new range supports critical component cleaning in both two- and four-wheelers, aligning with Castrol’s goal of delivering high-quality, easy-to-use solutions suitable for modern engines and braking systems. “With these new additions, we’re enabling professional-grade service to meet the demands of India’s evolving driving conditions,” said Rohit Talwar, Vice President-Marketing, Castrol India. Kolkata’s…

02 Jul

Tripura to transform 392 tribal villages with ₹141.82 cr scheme

Banasree SarkarTripura

The Government of Tripura has sanctioned ₹141.82 crore under the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA), aimed at transforming tribal communities across the state. The five-year initiative will cover 392 revenue villages, bringing comprehensive improvements in education, infrastructure, health, and livelihoods. The announcement was made by Tripura Power, Agriculture, and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath during a function held as part of the ongoing Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh celebrations at Hejamara and Lefunga RD Blocks. Speaking at the event, Nath emphasized the government’s strong commitment to ensuring grassroots upliftment of Janajati communities through targeted investments. “This is not just…