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26 Aug

Mizoram intensifies its anti-drug effort near the Myanmar border, reaching villages with an awareness campaign

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government has intensified its anti-drug campaign along the international border with Myanmar, launching a series of awareness and vigilance programmes aimed at curbing the inflow of narcotics into the state. The initiative comes under the Special Drive on Drugs, a coordinated effort by the state police and civil society groups. On Monday, a high-level team led by Inspector General of Police (IGP) H. Ramthlengliana and leaders of the Central Young Mizo Association (CYMA) visited villages in Champhai district, one of the most vulnerable entry points for drug trafficking due to its proximity to the porous Indo-Myanmar border. The…

26 Aug

Introducing Dove Peptide Bond Strength – Hair reborn, 20x stronger

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26 Aug

Residents of Dima Hasao are protesting in response to the murder case

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Thousands of people in Dima Hasao district took to the streets demanding justice for 48-year-old Bina En*tipi, who was found de*d in a forest near Umrangso on August 14. Police said that Bina was se*ually assaulted and m*rdered by five men working as contract labourers at the Lower Kopili Hydroelectric Project site. Over 10,000 women surrounded the Umrangso Police Station, raising slogans demanding the death penalty for the accused. Many carried banners reading “No justice, no rest” and urged authorities to ensure that the g*ilty are p*nished swiftly. Police have arrested five men in connection with the case: Stephen Hanse…

26 Aug

Arunachal Govt announces ₹5 lakh cashless health cover for pensioners

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Arunachal Pradesh government has provided cashless health coverage to state pensioners under the Chief Minister Arogya Arunachal Yojana (CMAAY), worth up to Rs 5 lakh per family annually, which is a huge relief for retired government personnel. The decision was made earlier this year during the Chief Minister Arogya Arunachal Society's second governing body meeting, which was presided over by Chief Minister Pema Khandu. The action will guarantee that people who have devoted their lives to public service continue to get full healthcare benefits after they retire, according to officials. A recent notification states that retirees might choose to…

25 Aug

Copper futures increase on spot demand

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New Delhi: Copper futures on Monday rose 0.48 percent to Rs 892.35 per kg on increased spot demand. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, copper contracts for September delivery rose by Rs 4.25, or 0.48 percent, to Rs 892.35 per kg in a business turnover of 6,063 lots. Analysts attributed the rise in copper prices to higher bets by participants.

25 Aug

Medanta Gurgaon Pioneers Treatment for Coronary Artery Disease and Kidney Ailments

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The Medicity, Gurgaon, named India’s Best Private Hospital by Newsweek for six consecutive years, is not only advancing medical science but also influencing healthcare economics in India. Its latest initiatives in Itanagar emphasized the rising cost burden of untreated coronary artery disease (CAD), valvular heart disease (VHD), and interconnected conditions like Cardio-Renal-Hepatic-Diabetic Metabolic Syndrome (CRHD-MS). According to Dr. Praveen Chandra, Chairman of Interventional Cardiology, early diagnosis combined with robotic-assisted procedures, TAVR, and minimally invasive surgeries reduces long-term expenditure by lowering hospitalization and post-treatment costs. Dr. Debabrata Mukherjee, Senior Director of Nephrology, noted that unmanaged metabolic disorders create a multiplier effect…

25 Aug

Cognizant sets Guinness World Record with largest online generative AI hackathon

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Cognizant has achieved a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for organizing the world’s largest online generative AI hackathon. The company brought together 53,199 associates from 40 countries, generating 30,601 working prototypes over a ten-day global event called Vibe Coding. The initiative, described as a rehearsal for the future of work, encouraged employees across functions—HR, finance, legal, engineering, and marketing—to experiment with AI-driven software creation. Tools from partners such as GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, Cursor, Lovable, and Gemini Code Assist enabled participants to design applications by simply describing their intent in natural language. Industry leaders hailed the event as a step toward…

25 Aug

Arunachal Pradesh’s Mayudia Café is opened by the Indian Army to promote civil relations

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Indian Army has opened the Mayudia Café in the picturesque Mayudia Pass in the Lower Dibang Valley of Arunachal Pradesh, in a positive step to strengthen civil-military ties and encourage grassroots development. The General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Dao Division, Deputy Commissioner Fwwrman Brahma, senior Army officials, local people, and Spear Corps members solemnly opened the café, which is situated between snow-capped hills and lush valleys. The café is much more than just a place to get a cup of tea, even if it provides much-needed refreshment in an area that previously lacked even the most basic visitor…

25 Aug

Police increase security for the August 27 mega Ganesh Puja in Agartala to guarantee calm festivities

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The capital city of Tripura is gearing up for the upcoming Ganesh Puja on August 27, with preparations in full swing and elaborate security measures being put in place to ensure smooth and peaceful festivities. The Sadar Sub-divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Debaprasad Roy, accompanied by West Agartala Officer-in-Charge Rana Chatterjee, convened a meeting with Ganesh Puja organisers on Sunday evening to review security arrangements and logistical concerns. The meeting, attended by representatives of various puja committees, focused on ensuring proper coordination between organisers and police personnel during the celebrations. According to officials, around 30 applications for organising Ganesh Puja have…

25 Aug

Financial literacy camp held in Namsai to boost inclusion and promote flagship schemes

editorArunachal Pradesh

The Town Club in the Namsai area of Arunachal Pradesh hosted a financial literacy vamp-cum-Jansuraksha saturation campaign on Sunday. Locals, community leaders, and self-help groups enthusiastically participated. With support from NABARD, the event was sponsored by the Namsai branch of Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank (APRB) in collaboration with the Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ArSRLM). In order to increase financial inclusion and promote flagship programs like Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), and Atal Pension Yojana (APY), the initiative is a part of a three-month nationwide campaign…