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22 Mar

Workshop on Monpa Handmade Paper Innovation Begins in Tawang

riyaArunachal Pradesh

A two-day workshop on the development of Monpa Handmade Paper was held at the Tsangbu Monpa Handmade Paper Centre in Tawang to revitalize this indigenous craft. Sponsored by the Directorate of Science and Technology and KVIC, the workshop was organized by KNHPI in collaboration with YASW. Under the mentorship of Dr. Rakesh Kumar Jain from UNIDO, the event aimed to explore the cultural significance of Mon-Shugu and its commercial applications. Tawang Deputy Commissioner Namgyal Angmo encouraged the adaptation of scientific methods in traditional practices to create new livelihood opportunities. Experts introduced participants to eco-friendly pulping techniques and innovations for premium…

22 Mar

Grand Finale in Naharlagun: Arunachal Fashion Week 2026 Showcases Artisan Power

riyaArunachal Pradesh

The Arunachal Fashion Week 2026 – The Artisans’ Movement concluded on a high note at Interior Park, Naharlagun on Saturday, marking the culmination of an eight-day celebration of indigenous textiles, creative enterprise and cultural identity. The grand finale, held as the Cultural Heritage Day and Awards Night, was graced by State Minister for Textiles and Handicrafts, Nyato Dukam as chief guest and Doimukh MLA, Nabam Vivek as guest of honour. The event brought together designers, weavers, artisans, models, creative professionals and industry stakeholders, celebrating five years of the Artisans’ Movement, which has steadily evolved into a structured platform connecting traditional…

21 Mar

Amazon’s New Phone Project Aims to Challenge Apple, Samsung

nanikaBusiness

More than a decade after the failure of its Fire Phone, Amazon is reportedly working on a new smartphone project, signaling a renewed push into the competitive mobile market.The initiative, internally codenamed “Transformer,” is being developed within Amazon’s devices and services division. The upcoming device is expected to focus heavily on artificial intelligence and personalization, aiming to integrate seamlessly with the company’s voice assistant, Alexa.Amazon’s earlier attempt—the Fire Phone launched in 2014 under founder Jeff Bezos—failed to gain traction and was discontinued within 14 months. The device struggled due to limited app availability, high pricing, and underwhelming features compared to…

21 Mar

Electoral Update: West Bengal Set to Release First Supplementary List of Voters Under SIR Scrutiny

anuprovaWest Bengal

The Election Commission of India (ECI) is expected to publish the first supplementary list of "disputed" voters in West Bengal today, March 21, 2026, marking a pivotal moment in the state’s high-stakes Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. This supplementary roll follows the February 28 release of the final electoral roll, which left approximately 60.6 lakh names categorized as "under adjudication"—a status indicating that their citizenship or residency credentials were still being verified by a dedicated team of over 500 judicial officers. As of this week, nearly 25 lakh of these cases have been resolved, and the upcoming list will clarify…

21 Mar

Zoram People’s Movement, Mizo National Front gear up for tight AMC election battle

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Political activity has picked up in Mizoram as the state prepares for the upcoming elections to the Aizawl Municipal Corporation (AMC). With polling scheduled for April 21, all major political parties have begun intensive preparations, including finalising candidates and reaching out to voters across the city.The AMC has 19 wards, and voting will take place from 7 am to 5 pm. Counting of votes is scheduled for April 27, while re-polling, if required, will be held on April 23. The process of filing nominations is underway and will continue till March 25, with March 30 fixed as the last date…

20 Mar

Ropeway Project Near Thenzawl Set to Enhance Visitor Experience at Mizoram’s Highest Waterfall

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government has announced plans to build a ropeway at Vantawng Falls in Serchhip district to improve tourism facilities and support the local economy.An official said the project will come up near Thenzawl town, where the state’s highest waterfall is located. The ropeway will allow visitors to view the falls from above, giving a wider and clearer view of the natural site. The project will be funded under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme. A total amount of ₹34.50 crore has been sanctioned, and administrative approval has already been given.Officials said that while the financial…

20 Mar

Major Drug Bust in Mizoram: 7.9 Kg Methamphetamine Recovered from Abandoned Vehicle

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a major crackdown on drug smuggling, security forces seized methamphetamine tablets worth over ₹23 crore in Mizoram’s Champhai district, officials said on Friday.The operation was carried out by Assam Rifles in coordination with Mizoram Police. Acting on specific inputs, the joint team launched a search operation near Hmunhmeltha Road in the eastern part of the district.During the operation, the team recovered a large quantity of methamphetamine tablets from an abandoned vehicle. The vehicle, which had an Assam registration number, was found parked along the roadside. Officials said the total quantity of drugs seized was around 7.9 kg. The estimated…

20 Mar

Urgent Security Alert: Apple Issues Critical Warning as ‘DarkSword’ Spyware Threatens 270 Million iPhones

anuprovaScience & Tech

Apple has issued an emergency security advisory to millions of users worldwide following the discovery of a sophisticated and highly invasive malware known as "DarkSword," which is estimated to have compromised or targeted nearly 270 million iPhones. This "zero-click" spyware, which shares architectural similarities with the notorious Pegasus and Coruna malware, is capable of infiltrating a device without the user ever clicking a link or downloading a malicious file. According to cybersecurity experts and Apple’s internal threat intelligence, DarkSword exploits a previously unknown vulnerability in the iMessage and WebKit frameworks, allowing hackers to gain total administrative control over a victim's…

20 Mar

Delay Concerns Rise in Thyssenkrupp’s Steel Sale to Jindal

nanikaBusiness

Negotiations between Thyssenkrupp AG and Jindal Steel International over the potential sale of the German firm’s steel division are showing little progress, raising concerns among labor representatives and stakeholders.Juergen Kerner, deputy chairman of Thyssenkrupp’s supervisory board and a senior official at IG Metall, said discussions have been repeatedly delayed despite earlier assurances. He noted that worker representatives had submitted a detailed questionnaire to Jindal, which has been conducting due diligence on Thyssenkrupp Steel Europe (TKSE) since October, but responses have yet to materialize.The lack of clarity has left employees uncertain about the future of TKSE, Europe’s second-largest steelmaker and a…

20 Mar

East India tops retirement readiness index, scores above national average: Axis Max Life IRIS 5.0

Business BureauBusiness

Axis Max Life Insurance Ltd., formerly Max Life Insurance Company Ltd., has released the East Zone findings of the fifth edition of its India Retirement Index Study (IRIS 5.0), conducted with Kantar. The report shows East India leading the country in retirement preparedness with a score of 52, well above the national average of 48. The study highlights strong financial and health preparedness in the region. The Financial Preparedness Index remains steady at 52, reflecting disciplined savings and early planning, while the Health Preparedness Index has improved from 46 to 49. However, the Emotional Preparedness Index has dipped slightly to…