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19 Sep

Bangladesh Expands Garment Exports to Europe

MohiniBangladesh

Bangladesh’s garment sector, the world’s second-largest after China, is set to expand its exports to European markets by focusing on eco-friendly production. Industry leaders announced that over 150 factories have applied for international “green building” certification. The move comes amid rising demand from European buyers for sustainable clothing. For Bangladesh, the initiative strengthens its global trade reputation. For Indian and regional audiences, it underscores South Asia’s growing role in ethical fashion and supply chains.

18 Sep

Zinc futures prices downgrade due to weak demand | Price Analysis

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

New Delhi: Zinc prices fell by 0.48 percent to Rs 281.25 per kg in futures trade on Thursday as speculators reduced their positions following negative cues from the spot market. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, zinc contracts for October delivery fell by Rs 1.35, or 0.48 percent, to Rs 281.25 per kg with a turnover of 1,739 lots. Analysts said that zinc prices were pressured by participants cutting their positions due to weak demand from consuming industries in the spot market.

18 Sep

Brain Tumours Don’t Always Start with a Headache

Business BureauBusiness

DR VARINDERA PAUL SINGH, CHAIRMAN, NEUROSURGERY, MEDANTA- THE MEDICITY, GURUGRAM Brain tumours are abnormal masses that develop in the brain and may be either non-cancerous (benign) or cancerous (malignant). In India, an estimated 40,000 cases of brain tumours are recorded every year. Researchers have found that in the North East region, the incidence of brain tumours were over twice more prevalent among males than in females, and were most common in the 20-60 years age group. It is often assumed that headaches are the defining sign of a brain tumour. This is because any addition to the closed skull cavity…

18 Sep

Varun Chakravarthy crafts a new chapter in Indian cricket

Banasree SarkarSports

Two days before India's final group-stage match against Oman, the International Cricket Council announced that spin wonder Varun Chakravarthy has risen to the top of the ICC T20I bowling rankings. Due to a string of strong and reliable performances in the game's shortest format, the mystery spinner moved up three spots in the world rankings and passed New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy. Following in the footsteps of leg-break expert Ravi Bishnoi and Jasprit Bumrah, Chakravarthy's remarkable achievement makes him just the third Indian bowler to hold the top spot in T20I bowling records. Chakravarthy's quick ascent highlights his growing impact…

18 Sep

Motorola unveils #BigBillionMotoRush with unprecedented festive offers on smartphones, earbuds, tablets and more

Business BureauBusiness

Motorola India today announced its biggest festive line-up ever under the #BigBillionMotoRush, offering unprecedented discounts on its premium and mid-range smartphones, including the motorola edge 60 PRO, edge 60 FUSION, moto g96 5G, moto g86 POWER, and the iconic motorolarazr 60. The offers, aligned with Flipkart’s Big Billion Days Sale 2025, will go live from 23rd September at 00:00 hrs for early access customers and from 22nd September for all consumers. Highlighting flagship performance around ₹25,000, the motorola edge 60 PRO features a Pantone™ validated triple 50MP camera, a 6.7” 1.5K Quad-Curved Display, MediaTekDimensity 8350 Extreme chipset, and a massive…

18 Sep

Nepal Expands Hydropower Exports to India

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Nepal has signed a new deal with India to increase electricity exports by 1,200 megawatts over the next five years. The agreement includes power generated from new hydropower projects in eastern Nepal. Officials in Kathmandu said the exports will boost Nepal’s economy while also helping India meet its rising clean energy demand. For Nepalese audiences, the development represents progress in energy diplomacy. For Indian readers, it highlights growing regional cooperation in renewable energy that could reduce reliance on coal.

18 Sep

Bangladesh Opens Metro Rail Extension in Dhaka

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Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina inaugurated a new extension of Dhaka’s metro rail, aiming to reduce traffic congestion in the capital. The expansion connects several key residential areas with the business district. Officials said the metro project, developed with Japanese assistance, will ease daily commutes for nearly half a million passengers. For Bangladesh-based reporting, it’s a milestone in urban transport modernization. For Indian and regional audiences, the development highlights South Asia’s fast-changing infrastructure landscape, with potential cross-border benefits through trade and mobility.

18 Sep

Jitendra Chaudhury, the LoP of Tripura, condemns the attack on CPI(M) leaders and calls for tough measures

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura’s political atmosphere has once again come under strain after Leader of the Opposition and CPI(M) state secretary Jitendra Chaudhury strongly condemned the alleged assault on party leaders during an official meeting on the Special Identification Register (SIR) in South District. In a letter addressed to Chief Secretary J.K. Sinha on Wednesday, Chaudhury termed the incident “despicable” and “audacious,” calling for immediate and strict action against those responsible. According to him, CPI(M) leaders Balaram Reang, Ashish Paul, and Prasun Reang were physically attacked inside the office of the Santirbazar Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) on September 16. The attack, he alleged, was…

18 Sep

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma calls for collaboration and identifies interdepartmental competition as a governance obstacle

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma has expressed concern over rising tensions and competition among state government departments, cautioning that such rivalries could undermine administrative efficiency and weaken service delivery. He called on government officers to adopt a spirit of cooperation and teamwork to ensure effective governance and smooth functioning of public services. Speaking to newly recruited Mizo Civil Service (MCS) officers who are undergoing foundation training, the Chief Minister observed that disputes often arise over postings, service placements, and inter-departmental coordination. Such conflicts, he said, not only create misunderstandings but also foster unhealthy competition among service associations. Emphasising that the strength…

18 Sep

“Parkinson’s Awareness: When to Consult a Movement Disorder Specialist and the Advances in DBS Therapy”

Business BureauBusiness

Prof. Dr. Rupam Borgohain,Senior Consultant Neurologist and Programme Director-PDMDRC, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad(Hitec City), says, A chronic neurological condition that affects movement, Parkinson's disease causes tremors, stiffness, slowness, and reduced balance. Even though medicines are crucial for managing symptoms, many patients eventually experience decreased efficacy or undesirable side effects with prolonged drug use. Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) has become a revolutionary treatment in recent years, giving patients new hope for increased control and a higher standard of living. Deep Brain Stimulation: A Revolution in the Treatment of Parkinson's Disease Prof. Dr. Rupam Borgohain said DBS involves placing tiny electrodes into particular…