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11 Sep

Tata AIA launches ‘Health Buddy’ and Health SIP to redefine insurance with wellness

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Tata AIA Life Insurance has launched “Tata AIA Health Buddy,” India’s first 24x7 health and wellness companion from a life insurer, aimed at blending health protection with wellness and life insurance. Alongside, the company also introduced “Tata AIA Health SIP,” a unique plan that combines health coverage with wealth creation. Health Buddy, available through the Tata AIA app, offers preventive health check-ups, doctor consultations across 24 specialties, dental and women’s wellness services, fitness guidance, and second medical opinions for critical illnesses. Tata AIA has also unveiled a friendly mascot to make the concept approachable and accessible. Amit Dave, Chief Distribution…

11 Sep

Arunachal CM announces ₹5 crore aid for Himachal flood-affected

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF) would provide Rs 5 crore in financial assistance to flood-affected individuals in Himachal Pradesh, according to Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu. The approved sum would go to the Himachal Pradesh Aapda Raahat Kosh-2025, a formal fund set up by the Himachal government to raise money for extensive relief and reconstruction projects following the disastrous floods. Concerned by the extensive damage and suffering of people, CM Khandu underlined that governments have a shared obligation to provide assistance during emergencies. "Boundaries are not recognized by natural calamities. As Indians, it is our responsibility to assist…

11 Sep

Sairang and Delhi will be connected by Mizoram’s first Rajdhani Express, which PM Modi will inaugurate

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to flag off Mizoram’s first Rajdhani Express on September 13, connecting Sairang station in Aizawl with Anand Vihar station in Delhi. The move marks a historic milestone, bringing the state’s capital onto India’s national railway map. According to an official notification from the Northeast Frontier Railway, weekly services of the 20-coach train will commence from September 19. Covering a distance of 2,510 km, the journey will take approximately 43 hours and 25 minutes at an average speed of 57.81 km/h, with 21 scheduled stops at key stations including Guwahati, New Cooch Behar, New Jalpaiguri,…

11 Sep

Apple plans to introduce the thinnest iPhone

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Launch of the iPhone 17 Air: Apple has made a radical design change with the new iPhone 17 Air, which is only 5.6 mm thick. Additionally, the company announced a slimmer, smarter Apple Watch Series 11 and updated AirPods Pro with live translation. The focus of Tuesday's Apple event was remodeling and fresh design. Apple unveiled a brand-new iPhone Air model, the thinnest of its kind at only 5.6mm. Because of the new form, the phone's internal components had to be changed to make room for the device. However, this redesign did not entail sacrificing quality because the phone boasts…

11 Sep

Meal skipping is more harmful than you think

Banasree SarkarHealth

Frequent meal skipping can have a detrimental effect on your health by causing blood sugar problems, mood changes, exhaustion, and poor focus. This behavior may eventually impair digestion, interfere with metabolism, and raise the risk of long-term conditions including diabetes and heart problems. Addressing these problems is essential to preserving general wellbeing. Severe blood sugar swings brought on by missing meals, especially breakfast, might result in symptoms including weariness, shakiness, and dizziness. Type 2 diabetes risk may rise as a result. Frequent meal skipping slows down metabolism, which makes burning calories more difficult and may result in weight gain. Overeating…

10 Sep

Cottonseed oil futures prices downgrade on weak demand

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New Delhi, Cottonseed oil cake prices on Tuesday fell by Rs 38 to Rs 2,954 per quintal in futures trade as traders reduced their positions following a weak trend in the spot market. At the NCDEX, cottonseed oil cake contracts for December delivery fell by Rs 38, or 1.29 per cent, to Rs 2,954 per quintal in a business turnover of 7,890 lots. Analysts said selling by traders at current levels amid sluggish market sentiment mainly led to the fall in cottonseed oil cake prices.

10 Sep

Elusive Pallas’s Cat makes first appearance in Arunachal Pradesh

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

In a groundbreaking wildlife survey spanning the high-altitude rangelands of Arunachal Pradesh, researchers have captured the first-ever photographic evidence of the elusive Pallas cat, underscoring the region's astounding diversity of wildcats. In addition to documenting snow leopards, common leopards, clouded leopards, leopard cats, and marbled cats living over 4,200 meters, WWF-India conducted the survey in cooperation with the state forest administration and local residents. According to Nyilyang Tam, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, "this discovery represents a milestone for wildlife research in the eastern Himalayas." 136 video traps were set up at 83 locations throughout 2,000 square kilometers in the…

10 Sep

The Tripura chief minister provides financial aid and necessary supplies to flood-affected Himachal Pradesh

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday flagged off trucks carrying relief materials for the flood-affected people of Himachal Pradesh, marking a gesture of solidarity from the northeastern state towards those battling devastation in the hills. The relief consignment, arranged by the Pradesh BJP, includes essential supplies meant to provide immediate assistance to communities hit by the recent floods and landslides. Speaking at the ceremony in front of the Pradesh BJP office, Saha highlighted the scale of the tragedy that struck Himachal Pradesh. “As you know, massive floods have hit Himachal Pradesh, claiming many lives. Due to landslides, roads and…

10 Sep

Mizoram intends to increase regional connectivity by establishing a helicopter service between Aizawl and Churachandpur

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government has announced plans to launch a helicopter service between Aizawl and Churachandpur in Manipur, a move aimed at improving connectivity and easing travel for people in the region. Chief Minister Lalduhoma revealed the plan during a meeting with leaders of the Hmar Students’ Association (HSA) from Mizoram, Assam, and Manipur on Monday. Speaking at the meeting, Lalduhoma said that apart from the helicopter service, the state government also intends to construct a Mizoram House in Churachandpur. This facility, he explained, will serve as a home for Mizos visiting the area and as a symbol of closer ties…

10 Sep

Instamart unveils Quick India Movement sale with up to 90% discounts, 10-minute delivery

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Instamart, India’s leading quick commerce platform, has announced its first-ever annual mega sale, the Instamart Quick India Movement 2025, billed as the country’s quickest sale. The 10-day shopping festival will be live on the Instamart and Swiggy apps from September 19 to 28, offering customers discounts between 50% and 90% across more than 50,000 products, delivered in just 10 minutes. The sale will feature blockbuster deals on smartphones from OnePlus, Oppo, Xiaomi, and realme, as well as gadgets and appliances from boAt, JBL, and Philips. Home and kitchen brands like D’Decor, Bergner, and Borosil, along with personal care essentials from…