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26 May

Aizawl gets boost in tertiary healthcare with Manipal collaboration

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

In a landmark collaboration aimed at strengthening tertiary healthcare access in Mizoram, Manipal Hospitals has partnered with Aizawl Civil Hospital to launch regular specialty outpatient department (OPD) services in the state capital. Announcing the initiative on Sunday, Dr. Kaushik Biswas, Senior Consultant in General Medicine and Endocrinology at Manipal Hospitals, said the OPDs will offer consultation in key specialties including cardiology, cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, orthopaedics, oncology, nephrology, and endocrinology. He cited rising cases of chronic lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and thyroid disorders as key concerns in the region. “Our aim is to bring specialized medical expertise closer to…

25 May

Manipal Hospitals strengthens healthcare outreach in Mizoram and Northeast

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Manipal Hospitals has reaffirmed its long-standing healthcare commitment to Mizoram and the Northeastern states, highlighting over 15 years of clinical excellence and outreach. Following the integration of AMRI and Medica Superspecialty Hospitals, Manipal now operates five superspecialty hospitals in Kolkata, serving as a critical hub for advanced care in the region. With more than 15,000 patients from Mizoram treated over the years and over 70 successful kidney transplants with a 95% success rate, Manipal Hospitals continues to expand its footprint. Through a partnership with Aizawl Hospital & Research Centre since 2017, the hospital has conducted outreach clinics in neurosurgery, respiratory…

24 May

Property prices increase in 48 cities in Q4 FY25: NHB RESIDEX

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New Delhi, May 24 Property prices rose in 48 out of 50 cities during the fourth quarter of 2024-25, according to data released by the National Housing Bank (NHB). Out of the 50 cities covered, two cities, Howrah and Thiruvananthapuram, recorded a decline in property prices, the latest NHB RESIDEX residential housing price index said. The 50-city housing price index (HPI), based on assessed values of properties collected from banks and housing finance companies, recorded an annual growth of 7.5 percent during the fourth quarter of 2022-24-25, compared to 5.1 percent a year ago. It said property prices increased across…

24 May

New York Legalizes E-Bike Deliveries Across All Boroughs

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New York City has passed a law legalizing electric bike deliveries citywide, including areas that previously restricted their use. The move is expected to ease last-mile delivery and reduce carbon emissions. Delivery drivers, many of whom are immigrants from South Asia and Latin America, have celebrated the decision. The city will also create safe e-bike lanes and offer subsidies to upgrade vehicles. Urban planners in Mumbai and Dhaka are closely observing this model, considering its potential to decongest roads and empower gig workers. A delegation from Delhi’s transport ministry is expected to visit NYC later this year to study the…

24 May

Agartala roars with national pride as 2,000 bikers join Tiranga Yatra

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Around 2,000 bikers participated in a Tiranga Yatra in Agartala on Friday to honour the Indian Armed Forces following the success of Operation Sindoor. Led by Ramnagar MLA Deepak Majumder, Tourism Minister Sushanta Choudhury, and Sports Minister Tinku Roy, the rally passed through key landmarks and roads of the Tripura capital. The leaders rode alongside citizens, waving the national flag and encouraging public participation. “This rally is not just a tribute, but a loud message of national unity and strength,” said Agartala Mayor Majumder, applauding the valour of the armed forces. Tourism Minister Sushanta Choudhury called the event “a proud…

24 May

Nepal’s Digital Payment Boom Draws Global Attention

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Nepal’s digital payment market has seen exponential growth, with transactions through QR code platforms and e-wallets doubling over the last year. Major international fintech firms, including those from Singapore and the UK, are now investing in the country’s emerging digital economy. The Nepal Rastra Bank recently reported that digital transactions surpassed NPR 2 trillion in 2024, indicating widespread adoption even in rural areas. Tech incubators in Kathmandu are seeing more startups focusing on micro-financing, which could have regional implications. Given India and Bangladesh’s own digital transitions, Nepal’s fintech progress is becoming a regional case study in inclusive financial growth.

24 May

Meth, heroin, codeine seized in ₹6 crore drug haul across Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a major anti-drug operation across Mizoram, state police have seized contraband items valued at over ₹6 crore in multiple raids conducted over the past five days. At least 10 individuals, including Myanmar nationals, have been arrested during these operations aimed at curbing cross-border drug trafficking. On May 22, a raid by the Special Narcotics Police Station at Selesih on the outskirts of Aizawl led to the arrest of C. Zosangluri and seizure of 597 bottles of codeine. Based on her statement, police later raided a godown in Ramthar Veng and recovered an additional 1,292 bottles, bringing the total haul…

24 May

Nagaland man’s life-saving heart surgery at Amrita Hospital inspires hope

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Amrita Hospital, Faridabad, has given a second lease of life to Mr. Akuminba, a 57-year-old man from Nagaland who survived a high-risk open-heart surgery. Battling severe health complications including Type 2 Diabetes, chronic hypertension, kidney failure requiring dialysis, and Acute Coronary Syndrome, Mr. Akuminba arrived in critical condition after a failed angioplasty. Following urgent dialysis initiated by Dr. Urmila Anandh, the patient was referred to Dr. Sameer Bhate, Head of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery, who led a complex triple-vessel Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) despite a dangerously low ejection fraction of 30–35% and diabetes-related vision loss. A multidisciplinary team supported…

24 May

The first FDR road project in Arunachal is started at Liago village

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

At Liago Village, Tezu, Arunachal Pradesh began its first Full Depth Reclamation (FDR) road construction project, marking an important turning point in the state's rural infrastructure development. Minister of Rural Works Department, Education & Tourism, Pasang Dorjee Sona, launched the initiative. The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) project demonstrates the state's dedication to constructing roads in rural areas that are sustainable, inclusive, and resilient. Namsai MLA Chau Zingnu Namchoom and Tezu-Sunpura MLA Dr. Mohesh Chai, who serves as advisor to health and family welfare, joined Minister Sona. He emphasized how crucial it is to work together to make sure…

23 May

Samsung’s ‘Galaxy Empowered’ programme drives EdTech growth in Bhutan and Sikkim

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Samsung India’s ‘Galaxy Empowered’ education initiative is expanding its footprint beyond India, targeting Bhutan’s remote teaching community with immersive technology training. Since its India launch in December 2024, the programme has certified over 4,800 teachers and aims to empower 20,000 educators across 600 schools by 2025. The recent Gurugram immersion workshop introduced Bhutanese educators to Samsung’s Galaxy ecosystem—smartphones, tablets, flipboards, interactive whiteboards, and AI-powered tools—enabling modernized, technology-driven classrooms. In collaboration with Bhutan’s Ministry of Education, this move seeks to bridge educational gaps in underserved regions, equipping teachers with the skills to integrate digital innovations effectively. Participants hailed from diverse districts…