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17 Mar

Lengpui Airport Issue Closed, No More Negotiations with IAF: Lalduhoma

riyaMizoram

Mizoram's Chief Minister Lalduhoma announced in the State Assembly that the state government has terminated negotiations with the Indian Air Force (IAF) concerning the transfer of Lengpui Airport. During the concluding day of the budget session, he explained that while the IAF had presented a “favourable” offer, the government has opted to proceed with the Airports Authority of India (AAI), which better reflects public sentiment. This decision was significantly influenced by strong opposition from non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and various political parties that advocated for transferring the airport to AAI instead of the IAF. Lalduhoma clarified that there is currently no…

17 Mar

Cutting sugar may trigger short-term withdrawal

Sonakshi SarkarHealth

Reducing sugar intake is increasingly being recommended as an important lifestyle change for better health. Lowering the consumption of added sugars can help improve metabolic health, stabilise energy levels and support overall wellbeing. However, many people find that the initial phase of cutting down on sugar can be challenging as the body adjusts to a new pattern of energy use. Health experts say the body often reacts strongly when sugar intake drops suddenly. Temporary symptoms such as fatigue, irritability and strong cravings are common during the first few days. These reactions occur because the body is adapting to fewer rapid…

16 Mar

Tata Motors secures over 5,000 bus orders from State Transport Undertakings across India

Business BureauBusiness

Tata Motors has secured cumulative orders for more than 5,000 buses and bus chassis from multiple State Transport Undertakings (STUs) across India, reinforcing its leadership in the country’s mass mobility segment. The orders were awarded through a competitive e-bidding process under the government procurement system and will be deployed in phases as agreed with the respective transport bodies. The company received orders from several major transport corporations including Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC), Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC), North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (NWKRTC), Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC), Bihar State Road Transport Corporation (BSRTC), Rajasthan…

16 Mar

DA and DR Increase Effective April 1, 2026, Costing State Exchequer Nearly ₹500 Crore

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura government on Monday announced a 5 per cent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners, a move that will benefit more than two lakh people across the state.Chief Minister Manik Saha made the announcement in the Tripura Legislative Assembly on the second day of the ongoing budget session, shortly after the state budget for the financial year 2026–27 was presented in the House.According to the Chief Minister, the decision was taken to provide financial support to government employees and pensioners at a time when the state is facing financial pressure.…

16 Mar

Focus on Development: Health, Education, Rural Sectors See Major Hike in Tripura Budget

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura government on Monday presented a deficit budget of ₹34,212.31 crore for the financial year 2026–27 in the state Assembly, with Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy announcing that no new taxes would be imposed on the people.While presenting the budget, Singha Roy said the total outlay for the coming financial year stands at ₹34,212.31 crore, with an estimated deficit of ₹240 crore. The budget marks an increase of about 5.52 per cent compared to the previous financial year.The minister said the budget has been prepared keeping in mind the needs of all major sectors of the state’s economy. According…

16 Mar

Home Minister K. Sapdanga Calls for Stronger Border Surveillance as Anti-Drug Drive Review Underway

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government is considering extending its anti-drug campaign ‘Operation Jericho’ beyond the current March deadline as authorities review the situation along the state’s border with Myanmar, officials said. The operation was launched on September 1, 2025, as a joint initiative of the Mizoram Police, the state excise department and the Young Mizo Association (YMA). The campaign was started to check the growing problem of cross-border drug trafficking and illegal movement of narcotics through the porous border areas. Initially, the operation was planned for four months and was scheduled to end in December 2025. However, due to continued concerns about…

16 Mar

MUHCS 2.0 to Begin April 1; Mizoram Allocates ₹130 Crore with ADB Support for Expanded Health Coverage

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma today launched the Mizoram Universal Health Care Scheme (MUHCS) 2.0 along with a dedicated MUHCS Call Centre at the Assembly Annex Conference Hall in Aizawl. The programme was held during the lunch recess of the ongoing Assembly session.Health Minister Lalrinpuii attended the event as the Guest of Honour. The Speaker of the Assembly, several ministers, advisers to the Chief Minister, and MLAs were also present at the programme.Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said that the Mizoram Universal Health Care Scheme has successfully completed its first year since its introduction. He thanked the officials, staff members…

16 Mar

Digital push for schools: 133 Namsai institutions onboarded on ‘Hamara Vidyalay’ app with Sterlite EdIndia support”

Business BureauBusiness

An awareness and culmination event on the Hamara Vidyalay App was organised at the Multipurpose Cultural Hall in Namsai to promote the effective use of the digital platform for monitoring teacher attendance and tracking student performance across schools in the district. The initiative is supported by Sterlite EdIndia Foundation. The event was attended by Deputy Commissioner of Namsai C.R. Khampa, Deputy Director of School Education Pokdey Yomgam, and District Planning Officer Keshab Sharma, along with district education officials, school leaders and administrators from across the district. Addressing the gathering, Deputy Director of School Education Pokdey Yomgam said, “Schools are shaped…

16 Mar

Business Transformation Programme Launched in Arunachal; Governor Gives Call for Asset Creation

riyaArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen (retired) KT Parnaik launched the Business Transformation Programme for Micro and Small Entrepreneurs in Itanagar. He urged entrepreneurs to create productive assets that aid state development and highlighted opportunities in sectors such as hospitality, waste management, competitive exam coaching, preservation of local languages, and community service kiosks. The Governor stressed the importance of leveraging workshop knowledge into successful enterprises, noting that while finance and infrastructure are vital, enhancing entrepreneurial capabilities is crucial for growth. Key skills identified include business planning, financial management, marketing strategies, and technology adoption. He praised the collaboration between the State Department…

16 Mar

US–Iran Conflict Enters Third Week, Raising Global Energy Concerns

nanikaInternational

The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has entered its third week, disrupting global energy flows and intensifying political divisions in Washington as oil prices continue to rise.Fighting around the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz — one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes — has raised fears of prolonged disruption to global energy supplies. The waterway carries a significant share of crude oil exports from Gulf producers to international markets, particularly Asia.Speaking on CNN’s “State of the Union,” US Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz said American forces had inflicted major damage on Iran’s military…