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14 May

Khandu leads Walong’s Tiranga Yatra to commemorate the success of Operation Sindoor

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

In Walong, a secluded town in the Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu joined a Tiranga Yatra on Tuesday to commemorate the Indian Armed Forces' recent triumph in Operation Sindoor. Khandu praised the bravery and tenacity of the Indian military participating in the mission, accompanied by his cabinet colleagues, local officials, Army personnel, and excited members of the public. The yatra demonstrated patriotism and solidarity with the Armed Forces' steadfast dedication to defending the nation's borders and sovereignty. "I conducted the Tiranga Yatra in Walong with my cabinet colleagues, local leaders, Army men, and the enthusiastic local population…

14 May

Gold futures prices rose: Rs 694 rises to Rs 93,595 per 10 grams

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

New Delhi, May 14: Gold prices on Tuesday rose by Rs 694 to Rs 93,595 per 10 grams in futures trade as speculators created fresh deals amid strong spot demand.Gold contracts for June delivery on the Multi Commodity Exchange rose by Rs 694, or 0.75 percent, to Rs 93,595 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 12,793 lots.Analysts said fresh deals by participants led to the rise in gold prices.Globally, gold futures in New York rose 0.53 percent to $3,253.57 an ounce.

13 May

Tripura’s healthcare gets major boost with 432 new nursing posts

Banasree SarkarTripura

In a major step toward improving healthcare services in Tripura, Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Monday announced the recruitment of 432 nursing staff—332 on a permanent basis and 100 under contractual terms. Speaking at the International Nurses Day celebration at Rabindra Shatabarshiki Bhavan in Agartala, Dr. Saha, who also holds the Health portfolio, emphasized the critical role nurses play in the healthcare system. “Nurses are the first to attend to a patient and often the last to offer comfort—they are the trust of the dying,” he said. The Chief Minister noted that 153 nurses have already been appointed this…

13 May

UK Farmers Protest Over EU Trade Agreement

MohiniInternational

Hundreds of farmers in the UK staged protests outside Parliament this week over a new EU-UK trade agreement that slashes tariffs on imported produce. British farmers argue the deal undercuts local prices and risks collapse of small farms. The National Farmers' Union has called for government subsidies to offset the impact, but talks remain unresolved. Imported tomatoes and dairy products from the EU have already flooded UK supermarkets, reducing demand for local goods. This issue echoes in South Asia, where farmers in Bangladesh and India have faced similar pressures from global trade changes, especially in dairy and rice exports.

13 May

432 nursing staff to be recruited in Tripura

MohiniTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Monday announced that the state government has initiated the recruitment of 432 nursing staff—332 permanent and 100 on a contractual basis—to strengthen healthcare delivery across the state. Speaking at an event celebrating International Nurses Day at Rabindra Shatabarshiki Bhavan in Agartala, Dr. Saha, who also holds the Health portfolio, emphasised the vital role nurses play in the healthcare ecosystem. He noted that 153 nurses have already been recruited in 2024 and said, “Necessary allocation from the Finance Department has been received to appoint 100 more nursing staff on a contractual basis.” Highlighting the…

13 May

Reliance Power stock inflation 12.5% on fourth quarter profit

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

New, Delhi: Reliance Power stock on Monday jumped over 12.50 percent after the company reported a net profit of Rs 126 crore in the January-March quarter of FY25.The stock gained 12.54 percent to Rs 43.50 on both Group and N units.Reliance Power on Friday reported an overall net profit of Rs 126 crore in the January-March quarter of FY25 on the back of lower expenses.The company had posted a loss of Rs 397.56 crore in the quarter ended March 31, 2024, as per a certificate filing.Total income in the fourth quarter stood at a record Rs 2,066 crore as against…

12 May

Aluminium futures prices marginally inflation: New deals push prices up

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

New Delhi, May 12: Aluminium prices on Monday rose marginally by Rs 1 to Rs 235.40 per kg in the futures market as speculators created fresh deals amid a positive trend in the spot market.On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the price of aluminium contract for June delivery rose by Rs 1, or 0.43 percent, to Rs 235.40 per kg in a business turnover of 697 lots.Analysts said fresh deals by traders amid demand from consumer industries supported aluminium prices in the futures market.

12 May

Japan and South Korea Launch Joint Moon Mission

MohiniInternational

In a rare show of unity, Japan and South Korea have jointly launched a lunar probe, part of a wider plan to establish a research base on the moon’s surface by 2032. The project is backed by both nations’ space agencies and involves AI-powered robotics and 3D printing for building modules. Scientists say the mission will test soil composition, radiation levels, and sustainability for human habitats. NASA and the European Space Agency are acting as observers in this mission. Interest in space technology is growing in India, Nepal, and Bangladesh, where students and institutions are increasingly involved in space education…

12 May

Kolasib gears up civil defence amid rising India-Pakistan tensions

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, Mizoram’s Kolasib district held a crucial meeting on May 10 to strengthen its Civil Defence preparedness. The meeting, chaired by Deputy Commissioner Robert C Lalhmangaiha, focused on formulating a comprehensive District Civil Defence Action Plan. The DC underscored the strategic importance of Kolasib, Mizoram’s second-most critical district after Aizawl, and highlighted the need for public cooperation and constant vigilance. “Despite our peaceful surroundings, we must remain alert and disciplined,” he said, urging people not to circulate sensitive information, especially regarding troop movements. Superintendent of Police David H Lalthangliana reiterated the importance of readiness…

12 May

Tripura power bill dues soar to Rs 475 crore as half of consumers default

MohiniTripura

More than half of a total of around 9 lakh consumers of the Tripura government-run power utility TSECL have not paid their electricity bills for several years, an official said on Monday. Only 4,32,045 consumers, mostly from the urban areas, paid their electricity bills to the Tripura State Electricity Corporation (TSECL), the official said. This trend has led to an accumulation of pending bills amounting to Rs 475 crore till now. In tribal areas, most consumers skip paying electricity bills despite repeated appeals. This resulted in the accumulation of pending bills, the official said. "The state has 9, 27,838 consumers.…