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08 Oct

Udhyam Vyapaar’s Istri Project boosts street vendors’ income by Rs 100 crore nationwide

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Udhyam Vyapaar announced a major milestone today as its flagship initiative, The Istri Project, helped street ironing vendors across India achieve a cumulative income uplift of ₹100 crore as of September 2025. The project supports vendors in switching from traditional coal-based iron boxes to LPG-powered ones at subsidised rates, reducing fuel costs by nearly half and increasing daily productivity by up to two hours. Over the past four years, the initiative has expanded from one city to five, enabling more than 8,000 vendors to adopt cleaner fuel alternatives. Participating vendors have reported an average income increase of 25%, while the…

08 Oct

VOL 7, ISSUE 36 – The Mileage

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08 Oct

English vs Bangladesh: England Wins Women’s Cricket World Cup Match

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In a tense Women’s Cricket World Cup match, England edged Bangladesh by four wickets. Bangladesh batted first and scored 178, bolstered by a gritty 60 from Sobhana Mostary and a late flourish from Rabeya Khan, who hit 43 not out. England struggled early, falling to 103 for 6, but captain Heather Knight steadied the innings with a calm 79 not out, aided by a late 27-run stand with Charlie Dean. Ecclestone’s spin attack (3 wickets) led England’s bowling effort, supported by Smith, Dean, and Capsey. The victory moves England to the top of the tournament standings with 4 points and…

08 Oct

Eastern Districts Hit Hard as Monsoon Extends Its Reach

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Torrential rainfall since last Friday has triggered landslides and flash floods across eastern Nepal, killing at least 47 people and leaving several missing. The Ilam district, bordering India, was the hardest hit—35 fatalities alone were linked to landslides there. Additional deaths occurred from lightning strikes and floodwaters. Roads and bridges have been washed away, cutting off remote communities. Authorities opened all 56 sluice gates on the Koshi Barrage and suspended vehicular traffic on its bridge to manage rising water levels. International flights remain operational, but internal movement is significantly disrupted. Rescue teams—including helicopters and ground units—are racing to reach isolated…

08 Oct

Instamart brings festive cheer to Kolkata with InstaUllulympics and ‘Ullu-Ullu’ fun

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Instamart, India’s leading quick commerce platform, elevated Durga Pujo celebrations this year with its innovative InstaUllulympics, inspired by the traditional “ullu-ullu” cheers that resonate across pandals. The platform hosted a live game at Singhi Pandal, challenging participants to maintain their “ullu-ullu” chants across five levels, unlocking festive gifts ranging from sweets and sarees to premium brass and silver items. The longer the cheer, the higher the rewards, blending tradition with Instamart’s promise of delivering festive essentials in just 10 minutes. For those unable to visit Singhi Pandal, Instamart launched the InstaUllulympics on its app for Kolkata users. Participants could engage…

08 Oct

A TMC delegation travels to Tripura after a party office was allegedly attacked

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

A five-member Trinamool Congress (TMC) team left for Tripura on Wednesday to show solidarity with party workers after the alleged vandalism of its state headquarters in Agartala, reportedly carried out by members of the BJP’s youth wing. The delegation included TMC West Bengal general secretary Kunal Ghosh, MP Sayani Ghosh, Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev, and youth leader Sudip Raha. According to party sources, the Tripura office was attacked on October 7, just a day after BJP MP Khagen Murmu and MLA Sankar Ghosh were assaulted in a flood-hit area of North Bengal. Speaking before departing from Kolkata, Kunal Ghosh…

08 Oct

Cabinet approves four multitracking projects to expand Railways network

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The Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved four multitracking projects under the Ministry of Railways, aimed at expanding the railway network across 18 districts in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Chhattisgarh. These initiatives are part of a broader plan to strengthen the Indian Railways infrastructure. According to the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), the total estimated cost of the projects stands at ₹24,634 crore, with completion targeted by the financial year 2030–31. Here are the project details: Wardha–Bhusawal (3rd & 4th lines) – 314 km (Maharashtra) Gondia–Dongargarh (4th line) – 84 km (Maharashtra & Chhattisgarh) Vadodara–Ratlam (3rd & 4th lines)…

08 Oct

For the efficient application of new criminal legislation, Mizoram would create a Directorate of Prosecution: CM Lalduhoma

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma announced on Wednesday that the state government is taking concrete steps to establish a Directorate of Prosecution, aimed at ensuring the effective implementation of three new central criminal laws and the Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS). The announcement came during the inauguration of a training programme for government advocates, public prosecutors, and nodal officers handling court cases in Aizawl. According to the Chief Minister, a study group has already submitted recommendations for the new directorate, which is now awaiting cabinet approval. “The government is actively working to implement the three new central criminal laws and the…

08 Oct

Governor Parnaik stresses education, safety, and modern policing in address

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

In a series of inaugurations and engagements at Pasighat in the East Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh, Governor Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik emphasized the transformative power of education, empathy, and innovation in governance. Speaking at the New Age Learning Centre (NALC) opening ceremony at the district library, the governor praised the project as an essential step in fostering young students' creativity and intellectual curiosity. He said that the idea of NALC is gradually gaining popularity throughout the state and that he was confident that the Pasighat center's success would encourage the establishment of similar hubs in every town…

07 Oct

ITC Mangaldeep brings Pujo traditions to life with innovative Dhuno Tunnel at Singhi Park

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This Durga Puja, ITC Mangaldeep, India’s leading incense brand, reimagined festive traditions at Singhi Park Durga Puja pandal by introducing a unique Dhuno Tunnel, blending devotion with technology. The sensor-led tunnel transformed visitors’ movements into a virtual Dhunachi Naach experience, allowing devotees to pay tribute to MaaDurga in an interactive and memorable way. Nine life-sized Mangaldeep Dhuno Cups enhanced the sensory experience, immersing families, youth, and devotees in the spirit of the festival. Singhi Park welcomed nearly 1.5 lakh visitors daily, many of whom actively participated in the installation. Rohit Dogra, Divisional CEO of Matches and Agarbatti Division at ITC,…