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11 Jun

Gold futures prices inflation due to spot demand

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

New Delhi, June 11: Gold prices rose by Rs 154 to Rs 97,056 per 10 grams in futures trade on Wednesday as speculators created fresh deals due to strong spot demand. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the price of gold contracts for August delivery rose by Rs 154, or 0.16 percent, to Rs 97,056 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 13,323 lots. Analysts said fresh buying by participants led to the rise in gold prices. Globally, gold futures rose 0.49 percent to $3,359.90 an ounce in New York.

11 Jun

New railway line to Aizawl set to boost Northeast connectivity

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a historic milestone for connectivity in Northeast India, the 51.38-km Bairabi–Sairang railway line in Mizoram has been officially commissioned by the Commission of Railway Safety (CRS), marking the state’s full integration into the national railway grid. The announcement was made on June 10 after the final stretch of the line—33.86 km from Hortoki to Sairang—was inspected and declared safe by Sumeet Singhal, Commissioner of Railway Safety (Northeast Frontier Circle). This last segment is notable for its engineering complexity, passing through rugged terrain and featuring 32 tunnels and 35 major bridges. “This railway line is technically safe now. Once the…

11 Jun

Dhaka Looks to the Sea for Sustainable Energy Future

MohiniBangladesh

In a landmark decision, the Government of Bangladesh has greenlit a 100 MW offshore wind energy pilot project near Cox’s Bazar. This is the first such initiative in the country’s energy landscape, aimed at reducing dependency on fossil fuels. The project, to be developed in collaboration with European partners, is expected to be operational by 2027. It will harness wind patterns in the Bay of Bengal and feed power into the national grid. Energy Minister Nasrul Hamid said, “This project signals our commitment to a greener future. We want to be a regional leader in clean energy.” The development is…

11 Jun

The Vikshit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan supports farmers in West Kameng

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The 5-Kalaktang Constituency's week-long Vikshit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan is over, and it had a significant effect on the area's agricultural growth. The campaign, which started on May 29th, involved farmers in Shergaon, Jigaon, and Rupa, among other villages. This grassroots effort gave farmers a chance to learn about government programs and agriculturally related scientific techniques. The campaign provided farmers with a dynamic platform for awareness and empowerment, making it more than just a straightforward outreach initiative. It featured educational seminars conducted by specialists from KVK West Kameng and scientists from ICAR-NRC on Yak. These workshops were intended to assist farmers…

11 Jun

VOL 7, ISSUE 19 – The Mileage

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10 Jun

ZEE5 rebrands with a language-first approach and introduces reasonably priced packs to expand its local presence

Business BureauBusiness

ZEE5 has unveiled a bold new brand identity and strategic pivot toward hyper-personalized, language-first entertainment, reinforcing its position as a leading homegrown OTT platform. With the campaign tagline “ApniBhasha, ApniKahaniyan” (Multiple Languages, Infinite Stories), ZEE5 introduces a vibrant logo, redesigned interface, and revamped subscription plans tailored to seven Indian languages. Starting at ₹120/month, the new language-specific packs include UHD content and Dolby Atmos support, while an All Access pack is available at ₹320/month. The platform plans to release over 130 titles in FY26, including originals, films, and non-fiction content across Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Marathi. ZEE5’s renewed…

10 Jun

Tripura CM Manik Saha: The income of farmers in Tripura has doubled since 2016

Banasree SarkarTripura

According to Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha, the state's farmers' income has doubled since 2016. Speaking at an administrative camp held at the Tufania Lunga Tea Garden in Bamutia, West Tripura, the Chief Minister stated that the state's farmers now earn Rs 13,590 per month, compared to just Rs 6,580 in 2016. With 4.74 lakh farmers, agriculture is the primary industry in Tripura. "To enhance crop quality and boost productivity, artificial intelligence and other cutting-edge technologies must be used," he stated. The Chief Minister stated that by making sure that different benefits reach the last mile, the current state government…

10 Jun

Two-wheeler sales to upsurge 8-9% in FY26

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Mumbai, June 10 Domestic two-wheeler sales are expected to grow 8-9 percent this fiscal, surpassing pre-Covid-19 levels, a report said on Monday. This includes several other factors including moderating inflation and the possibility of a favourable monsoon.The CareEdge Ratings report also mentioned that the domestic two-wheeler industry has maintained a healthy growth of 8 percent, 10 percent and 11 percent in FY23, FY24 and FY25, respectively.Sales growth in FY25 was supported by a 21 percent export recovery and a 9 percent growth in domestic sales. It said the improvement in exports was led by stability in key markets impacted by…

10 Jun

“Innovation Takes Center Stage: Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Sparks Creativity in Tripura

Business BureauBusiness

Samsung’s flagship innovation challenge, Solve for Tomorrow 2025, is inspiring a new generation of young problem-solvers in Tripura. With a prize pool of INR 1 crore for the top four teams, along with mentorship from Samsung leaders and IIT Delhi faculty, the competition has energized college campuses in the Northeast. Bir Bikram Memorial College and Netaji Subhash Mahavidyalaya in Agartala have become hotbeds of creativity. Students like Tarit Chakma are tackling local issues such as water logging with affordable smart drainage technology. Others, like Sangeeta Dey, aim to address mental health challenges through digital tools in local languages like Kokborok.…

09 Jun

Farmers’ monthly income in Tripura rises from ₹6,580 to ₹13,590

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Sunday announced that the state has successfully doubled farmers’ income over the last eight years, in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s national target. Speaking at a public programme at Tufanialunga tea estate in West Tripura, Saha revealed that the average monthly income of farmers rose from ₹6,580 in 2016 to ₹13,590 in 2024. The state, home to over 4.74 lakh farmers, has seen tangible benefits from various state and central government initiatives. Tripura farmers have received ₹2,272 crore under the PM-KISAN scheme, along with ₹446 crore in credit under the Kisan Credit Card…