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18 Mar

C3S Team Calls on Mizoram Governor, Holds Discussion

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Mizoram Governor General Vijay Kumar Singh (Retd.) engaged with the multi-disciplinary team from the Centre for Contemporary China Studies (CCCS), Ministry of External Affairs, during their visit to Northeast India. The governor praised the CCCS for their significant contributions and underscored the necessity of understanding local dynamics and perspectives before formulating policy decisions, emphasizing that knowing the people is crucial to prevent errors in judgment. He portrayed Mizoram as an agriculture-driven economy currently facing a revenue deficit, yet making steady progress in infrastructure development and overall advancement. Singh characterized Mizoram as a well-organized and peaceful society, free from major inter-tribal…

18 Mar

TIPRA Motha, BJP May Join Hands for TTAADC Polls

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Tipra Motha Party (TMP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are anticipated to collaboratively contest the upcoming elections for the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC), scheduled for April 13, with vote counting on April 17. Despite the absence of official confirmations from both parties, it is strongly believed that Pradyot Kishore Debbarma's TMP will contend for approximately 18 to 20 seats, while the BJP will aim for 10 to 8 seats. Recent interactions between Chief Minister Manik Saha and TMP leader Debbarma have been marked by mutual criticism on various issues, indicating ongoing tensions. Reports suggest that Debbarma…

18 Mar

Tripura Tribal Council Elections Scheduled for April 13: SEC

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Elections to the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) will be conducted on April 13, with counting of votes scheduled for April 17, officials informed on Tuesday. State Election Commissioner (SEC) Manoj Kumar, while addressing media persons in Agartala, said the election schedule has been finalized keeping in view that the council’s tenure ends on April 18. The notification will be issued on Wednesday. The last date for filing nominations is March 25, scrutiny will be held on March 26, and the last date for withdrawal is March 28. Polling will take place on April 13, with repolling, if…

17 Mar

Tragedy Deepens: Death Toll in Cuttack Hospital Fire Rises to 12 Amid Calls for Accountability

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The devastating fire at the government-run SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack has claimed two more lives, bringing the total death toll to 12 as of Tuesday, March 17, 2026. The latest victims were identified as 20-year-old Pabitra Dosari from Koraput and 30-year-old Suman Kumar Sahoo from Angul, both of whom succumbed to severe burn injuries and smoke inhalation while undergoing treatment in separate intensive care units. The blaze, which erupted in the early hours of Monday in the trauma care ICU, initially killed 10 patients as thick smoke engulfed the first-floor facility. Despite the heroic efforts of hospital…

17 Mar

Mizoram Introduces Improved Universal Healthcare Initiative to Expand Medical Access

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Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma launched the upgraded Mizoram Universal Health Care Scheme (MUHCS 2.0) with a 24/7 call centre, effective April 1. This version includes stricter emergency protocols and increased funding, reflecting the government's commitment despite significant expenditures. A budget of Rs 130 crore has been set for 2026-27, alongside Rs 26.42 crore from government employees, and over Rs 800 crore secured from the Asian Development Bank for sustainability. The CM emphasized the importance of public registration before April 15, as the scheme offers up to Rs 5 lakh for cashless treatment at both government and selected private hospitals.

17 Mar

Tata Motors to raise commercial vehicle prices by up to 1.5% from April 2026

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Tata Motors has announced a price increase of up to 1.5 per cent across its commercial vehicle portfolio, effective from April 1, 2026, as the company moves to partially offset the impact of rising commodity prices and other input costs. The company stated that the extent of the price hike will vary depending on the model and variant. Part of the USD 180 billion Tata Group, Tata Motors Ltd. is India’s largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles and a globally recognised producer of utility vehicles, pick-ups, trucks and buses. With more than eight decades of leadership in commercial mobility, the company…

17 Mar

Yezdi Roadster wins car&bike ‘Bike Design of the Year’; classic motorcycle earns top design honour

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The Yezdi Roadster from Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles has won the prestigious “Bike Design of the Year” award at the car&bike Awards, recognising its bold and defiant design philosophy. The motorcycle, described as ‘Born Out of Line’, continues to gain accolades after earlier being named the “Best 350cc Motorcycle” at the Zee Media Auto Awards this year. The award was received by Boman Irani, Co-founder of Classic Legends, from renowned automotive designer Thomas Dal, Dean of Strate School of Design India. The recognition highlights the Roadster’s reinterpretation of the classic roadster format with a planted silhouette, muscular proportions and modular design…

17 Mar

Trust and creative freedom shape Arifin Shuvoo’s role in Sony LIV’s upcoming series Jazz City

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The upcoming Sony LIV series Jazz City is set to bring the intrigue of 1970s Kolkata to screens, blending espionage, rebellion, and layered storytelling. At the centre of the series is actor Arifin Shuvoo, who plays the complex character Jimmy, developed through a close creative partnership with creator-director Soumik Sen. Speaking on the experience, Shuvoo said, “Stepping into a world as layered as Jazz City required a director who didn’t just give instructions but shared a vision. Soumik Da had complete faith in me from day one. He created a space where I could improvise, follow Jimmy’s instincts, and truly…

17 Mar

Four Dead, Three Injured as Guard Wall Collapses in Itanagar

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On Monday evening, a landslide at Niti Vihar in Itanagar resulted in the deaths of four individuals and injuries to three others when a guard wall collapsed. The deceased were identified as Choki Tasar, Godak Raja, Godak Tabin, and Ratan Barman, according to police reports. The incident occurred while seven construction workers were on-site. In response, personnel from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), the Itanagar Capital Region district administration, and local police conducted a rescue operation. The injured were promptly transported to the hospital, although their identities have not yet been confirmed.

17 Mar

Mizoram Celebrates Cinema as Lemchan Film Festival 2026 Opens in Aizawl

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The three-day Lemchan–Mizoram Film Festival 2026 commenced on Monday at the I&PR Office in Aizawl, organized by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, NFDC, and Directorate of Information & Public Relations. The event, described as Mizoram's inaugural major film festival by Minister B. Lalchhanzova, aims to showcase local filmmakers and Mizo narratives. He emphasized cinema's role in entertainment, education, and economic growth for youth. Betsy Zothanpari Sailo welcomed attendees, while Lillete Dubey spoke on cinema's transcultural impact. Gouri Nair from NFDC highlighted the festival's potential for boosting Mizoram's film industry. Scheduled for March 16-18, 2026, it includes screenings and workshops…