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16 Aug

Dragged by truck, saved by 18 surgeries; Guwahati woman’s remarkable recovery at Amrita Hospital

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33-year-old Pinku Mani Talukdar from Guwahati has defied the odds after a horrific road accident, thanks to advanced trauma care at Amrita Hospital, Faridabad. On January 20, Pinku was riding pillion with her husband when a speeding truck hit them, dragging her several metres and causing massive tissue loss and fractures. After initial treatment in Guwahati, she was airlifted to Delhi but turned away by multiple hospitals due to bed shortages and complexity. A nurse’s tip led her to Amrita Hospital, where Dr. Shikha Gupta and team began emergency surgery within hours. Over the next weeks, Pinku underwent 18 surgeries,…

16 Aug

Meta Faces Probe

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U.S. Senator Josh Hawley announced an investigation on Friday into whether Meta's AI chatbots were involved in inappropriate and potentially harmful interactions with children. Hawley, who chairs the Senate Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism, shared a letter addressed to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, requesting all documents and communications related to reports of AI chatbots engaging in "romantic" or "sensual" conversations with minors. In response, a Meta spokesperson stated that the company enforces strict guidelines prohibiting any AI-generated content that sexualizes children or involves sexualized role-play between adults and minors. Hawley said the subcommittee would investigate whether Meta's generative…

16 Aug

Red Sea International Airport Champions Sustainable Aviation Hub

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Red Sea International Airport in Saudi Arabia, designed by Foster + Partners, officially registered with IATA (RSI) and began operations in September 2023. Serving the mega-tourism zone “The Red Sea Project,” it aims to handle 1 million passengers/year by 2030 and support amphibious seaplane operations for eco-conscious travel. Nepali and Bhutanese tourism boards are eyeing this as a model for sustainable infrastructure development in fragile ecologies, offering inspiration for South Asian high-altitude destinations.

16 Aug

2025 Yezdi Roadster is ‘Born Out of Line’

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Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles has launched the 2025 Yezdi Roadster, starting at ₹2.09 lakh, positioning it as a “Born Out of Line” performance classic for riders seeking individuality. The model features the all-new 350 Alpha2 liquid-cooled engine producing 29PS and 30Nm, paired with a first-in-segment 6-speed gearbox and assist & slipper clutch. The Roadster’s design includes an imposing silhouette, sculpted fuel tank, twin-barrel exhausts, and six factory custom kits with over 50 combination options. Its modular seating allows riders to switch between bobber-style solo and touring-friendly dual seats within minutes. Premium details, such as the Faravahar insignia, highlight Yezdi’s heritage. In…

14 Aug

Indian Oil Q1 results: Net profit more than doubles to ₹5,689 crore year-on-year; revenue rose 1%

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Indian Oil, the country's largest state-run oil refiner, on Thursday, August 14, reported a net profit of ₹5,689 crore for the current financial year (Q1FY26), up 115% from ₹2,643 crore in the same period last year. However, on a sequential basis, its net profit was down 22% from ₹7,265 crore in the previous quarter. Indian Oil's operating revenue during the first quarter rose 1% to ₹2.19 lakh crore from ₹2.16 lakh crore in the same quarter a year ago. The company reported strong operating performance as its EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation), also called operating profit, grew…

14 Aug

Vaseline India takes brand storytelling to new heights with first – ever launch in the clouds

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Vaseline India has launched Vaseline Cloud Soft Light Moisturiser, a light and airy face moisturiser through a first-of-its-kind #LaunchInTheCloudsactivation. Held at Skydive Dubai, the high-altitude launch event saw a curated group of digital creators experience the product’s "cloud-like" texture right in the middle of the clouds, reinforcing the moisturiser’s core benefit of lightness without compromising on hydration. Creators including Ruhee Dosani, Agasthya Shah, Richi Shah, Nagma Mirajkar, Funcho Radhika Sharma and Shreemayi Reddy were part of the activation, sharing live reactions and exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpses with their audiences. Post-dive, influencers were hosted at a specially curated Cloud Soft Sensory Lounge…

14 Aug

Cognizant To Give Salary Hikes To 80%

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On Thursday, August 14, Cognizant announced that around 80% of eligible employees will receive merit-based salary hikes starting November 1, 2025. The hikes will apply to roles up to the Senior Associate level, with the amount varying depending on location and individual performance. In India, high-performing employees can expect increases in the high single digits. The company noted that top performers will receive the most substantial hikes and mentioned that many associates have already received their best bonuses over the past three years. This update follows Cognizant’s strong Q2 results, reporting an 8.1% year-on-year revenue growth to $5.25 billion and…

14 Aug

In Aizawl, CM Lalduhoma leads the “Drugs Free India” march and calls for a coordinated effort to combat substance usage

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Mizoram Chief Minister Pu Lalduhoma on Wednesday joined hundreds of students and community members in the “Rally – Fight Against Drugs,” organised under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (Drugs Free India Campaign). More than 600 students from schools and colleges participated in the event, which formed part of both the State Level and Aizawl District Level programmes to mark the campaign’s 5th anniversary. The rally commenced from two starting points — Chanmari and Sikulpuikawn — converging at Lammual for the main programme. The Chief Minister flagged off participants from Chanmari and marched alongside them to the venue. In his address,…

14 Aug

Despite rain-related cancellations, the Tripura Police Chief examines the arrangements for the Independence Day procession

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Heavy rainfall failed to dampen preparations for Tripura’s Independence Day celebrations, as Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Dhankar inspected arrangements for the state-level parade on Wednesday at the Assam Rifles Ground. The final full-dress rehearsal, scheduled for the morning, had to be called off after persistent downpours left parts of the parade ground waterlogged. Despite the setback, officials assured that the programme remains firmly on track. “Everyone is prepared and the parade will be good,” DGP Dhankar said, noting that participating personnel have been engaged in intensive training for the past 20 days. This year’s parade will feature 16…

14 Aug

Deputy CM of Arunachal Pradesh unveiled the “Statue of Strength” at Parashuram Kund

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein formally announced the name of the future Lord Parashuram statue at Parashuram Kund: "Statue of Strength," signifying the strength, unity, and legacy of the area. With the help of the Vipra Foundation, the Arunachal Pradesh government, and local people, the project is moving closer to its grand opening in November or December of this year. It is his hope that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the historic occasion, said Deputy Chief Minister Mein. The administration is carrying out extensive infrastructure improvements as part of the Riverfront Development Project, including improved public amenities,…