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02 May

Rising operational costs: How the rise in commercial LPG prices is putting pressure on Indian businesses

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The recent rise in Commercial Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) prices has had a big effect on the Indian economy, putting a lot of financial strain on small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). This price increase, which is mostly due to changes in international energy benchmarks and problems in the supply chain, has a direct effect on the hospitality, catering, and manufacturing industries. The higher price of 19-kg commercial cylinders is making it hard for restaurant and small eatery owners to choose between eating the loss or passing it on to customers. This inflationary pressure is especially bad for the "street food"…

02 May

Naga Militants Arrested in Arunachal Pradesh in Major Security Operation

riyaArunachal Pradesh

In a joint operation, the Assam Rifles and Arunachal Pradesh Police apprehended three alleged militants linked to the NSCN-K (Niki Sumi) faction in Tirap district on Friday, May 1. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, security forces launched a coordinated operation in the Wancho Colony area of Khonsa. The three suspects were arrested following a swift search and interception operation. The arrested individuals have been identified as Wingan Agan (33), Jhonny Riba (21), and Rajapeyu Khechan Khetey (30). Officials stated that all three were allegedly associated with the NSCN-K (Niki Sumi) outfit. During the operation, security forces recovered two 7.65 mm…

30 Apr

New Innovation Hub in Arunachal to Drive Technology-Based Farming in Northeast

ParomitaArunachal Pradesh

The College of Agriculture, Central Agricultural University, Pasighat has launched a first-of-its-kind Innovation and Experience Hub to promote next-generation, technology-driven agriculture in the North East. Inaugurated by Sonalika Jiwani, Deputy Commissioner, East Siang District, the event highlighted the role of drones and the importance of responsible technology use. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Guest highlighted the importance of drone technology and its role in accelerating development programmes. She encouraged students to effectively utilise the facility for innovation and skill development. In a unique initiative, she also brought district Class 10 toppers to witness live demonstrations, inspiring young minds towards…

30 Apr

NSCN (Khango) Cadre, Overground Worker Apprehended in Assam Rifles Operation in Arunachal

riyaArunachal Pradesh

Assam Rifles launched a well-coordinated intelligence-based operation on Tuesday and apprehended an NSCN (Khango) cadre and an overground worker in the general area of Rima–Putok circle in Arunachal Pradesh’s Changlang district, official sources informed on Wednesday. The security forces acted on specific intelligence inputs regarding the presence of an overground worker (OGW) in contact with an armed Naga extremist (ANE). “During the course of the operation, security forces apprehended Kamnong Pangtha, who is an ANE affiliated with NSCN (Khango) along with a Changlang-based OGW Gopang Negimu,” sources informed. It was revealed that both individuals were actively involved in extortion activities…

30 Apr

Visakhapatnam’s IT Revolution: Infosys, Google, and TCS Lead Massive Investment Wave

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The port city of Visakhapatnam is rapidly cementing its status as India’s newest premier technology hub. In a major boost to the state’s digital economy, IT giant Infosys has announced plans to establish a permanent 20-acre campus in the city. The new facility is designed to accommodate 7,000 employees, signaling a massive leap in the company’s local operations. This expansion follows a period of exponential growth for Infosys in the region. Since early 2024, the company has scaled its workforce from a modest 250 to nearly 1,900 professionals. With the state government confirming the allotment of land, this permanent campus…

30 Apr

Cleartrip launches train ticket bookings in partnership with IRCTC, strengthens multi-modal platform

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Online travel platform Cleartrip, a part of Flipkart, has entered the train ticket booking segment through a partnership with Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), the official ticketing arm of Indian Railways. With the launch, Cleartrip has expanded its travel services portfolio to include flights, hotels, trains, buses and holiday packages, strengthening its position as a multi-modal travel platform. The company said users will now be able to search, book and manage train journeys directly through the app. The platform will offer access to train bookings across India, including General and Tatkal quotas as per Ministry of Railways guidelines.…

30 Apr

Heavy Storms Batter Tripura, Leave One Dead and Over 4,000 Houses Damaged

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Heavy storms accompanied by rain caused widespread destruction across Tripura between April 28 and 29, leaving one person dead, two others injured and thousands of families affected in several districts of the state.According to figures released by the State Emergency Operation Centre in Agartala, a total of 4,191 houses were damaged during the storm and heavy rainfall that lashed different parts of the state over two days.Officials said the damage included 195 houses that were completely destroyed, 547 houses that suffered severe damage and 3,449 houses that were partially damaged due to strong winds, falling trees and heavy rainfall.The weather-related…

30 Apr

India’s M&A Momentum Holds Strong in 2026 as Innovative Risk Mitigation and Insurance Strategies Boost Deal Confidence

Business BureauBusiness

India continues to emerge as a standout destination for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in 2026, offering investors a rare combination of growth potential and increasingly predictable risk dynamics. According to Vikas Pareek, Head of Transaction Solutions, India at Aon, the country’s dealmaking landscape is being shaped not by the absence of risk, but by the market’s improved ability to understand, quantify and manage it. At a time when global M&A activity remains uneven, India is being priced differently compared to other emerging markets. Political continuity, regulatory consistency and a rules-based approach to foreign investment have contributed to greater investor confidence and…

30 Apr

Arunachal Introduces Thermal Drones to Strengthen Wildlife Monitoring and Forest Surveillance

riyaArunachal Pradesh

In a major push towards modernizing forest surveillance, the Government of Arunachal Pradesh has introduced high-tech thermal drones to strengthen wildlife monitoring and rescue operations, along with launching a specialized training programme for frontline forest personnel. The initiative, led by the Department of Forest, Environment and Climate Change Arunachal Pradesh, includes a week-long hands-on training programme conducted by experts from RNR Unmanned Aerial Systems. The training aims to equip field staff with advanced drone operation skills and real-time monitoring capabilities. In the first phase, five thermal drones have been deployed across key wildlife locations, including Namdapha National Park and Tiger…

30 Apr

Digital payment safety takes centre stage as NPCI pushes consumer awareness drive

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India’s digital payments ecosystem continues to witness strong growth, prompting the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to intensify consumer awareness around safe online transactions amid rising concerns over cyber fraud and payment scams. In its latest consumer advisory, NPCI outlined five important safety practices aimed at strengthening user confidence in digital payment platforms. The organisation advised customers to verify the recipient’s name before making payments and use only trusted and official payment applications or websites for transactions. It also warned users against sharing sensitive details such as UPI PINs, OTPs, or banking information with anyone, including individuals posing as…