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07 Apr

BJP Arunachal marks 46th anniversary of Foundation Day

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshBJP

The 46th Foundation Day was celebrated in style at the State BJP Headquarters in Itanagar by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Arunachal Pradesh chapter. Together, ministers, MLAs, previous ministers, and party employees paid tribute to the party's founders and reaffirmed their dedication to its goals. Kaling Moyong, the president of the state BJP, congratulated every party member and raised the party flag. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Khandu, Moyong emphasized the party's developmental accomplishments and emphasized the tenet of "Nation First, Party Second, Self Last." Citing the BJP's wins in the 2014 and 2019 Assembly elections, he…

07 Apr

ONGC, Oil India shares decay to 8% – Key factors explained

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Shares of state-run oil explorers Oil India Ltd and Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd (ONGC) fell up to 8% on Friday, April 4, following a massive drop in crude oil prices overnight.Both Brent and WTI crude declined nearly 7% on Thursday. While WTI fell towards the $66 per barrel mark, Brent prices dropped to $70 per barrel.This drop in Brent crude was caused by the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC+) announcing an unexpected, larger-than-expected production hike. While OPEC+ had planned to raise production by 1.38 million barrels per day in May, they announced a 4.11 million barrel per…

05 Apr

US Court Rules AI Cannot Be Granted Copyright

Sonakshi SarkarInternational

In a landmark ruling, a U.S. federal court has decided that artificial intelligence cannot be credited as the legal author of any creative work, reinforcing the principle that copyrights are reserved for human creators only. The case involved an AI-created artwork submitted by computer scientist Dr. Stephen Thaler, who sought legal recognition for his AI system “DABUS” as the author. The court, however, ruled that U.S. copyright law only applies to works created by humans. Judge Beryl A. Howell noted, “Human creativity is the bedrock of copyright protection. Machines, no matter how sophisticated, do not qualify.” This verdict could have…

05 Apr

At the Arunachal Youth Parliament 2.0, DBC lifts the best institution award

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshDBC

The DK Auditorium Hall of the Legislative Assembly hosted the closing of the Arunachal Youth Parliament (AYP) 2.0 on Friday. The two-day event was a vibrant celebration of the intellectual vitality of the state's young. Don Bosco College in Jollang was the top performance and received a citation, a trophy, a cash prize, and the coveted Best Institution title. Jote from Jarbom Gamlin Government Law College (JGGLC) placed second, but Ganko Miso from JGGLC was the most outstanding, taking home the Best Speaker and Most Promising Youth Leader awards. The Chief Guest during the departure celebration was Pema Norbu Thongchi,…

05 Apr

Here are four reasons why HDFC Bank share price inflation 2.6% after its fourth quarter update:

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

HDFC Bank share price rose 2.6% to hit an intra-day high of Rs 1,841.95. It is the top gainer on the Nifty 50. The surge in share price came after the company reported its business update about the fourth quarter of FY25. HDFC Bank: Deposit growth jumps 14% in Q4The country’s largest private sector lender reported that its deposits grew 14.1% year-on-year in the fourth quarter of FY25, rising 5.9% on a sequential basis to Rs 27.15 lakh crore. Its gross advances grew 5.4% year-on-year and 4% on a quarter-on-quarter basis to Rs 26.44 lakh crore. HDFC Bank: Credit outlook…

04 Apr

Toyota showcases Urban Cruiser Taisor in test drive at Itanagar

Business BureauBusiness

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today conducted a special test drive of its Urban Cruiser Taisor in Itanagar, offering a firsthand experience of the dynamic SUV to prospective customers and automobile enthusiasts in the region. The Urban Cruiser Taisor stands out with its bold aerodynamic design, sleek roofline, twin LED DRLs, premium chrome-finished grille, 16” machined alloy wheels, and connected LED rear lamps. With engine options including a 1.0L Turbo, 1.2L Petrol, and E-CNG variant, the vehicle promises a balance of performance and fuel efficiency—offering up to 28.5 km/kg for the CNG variant. Inside, the SUV features a dual-tone dashboard, premium…

04 Apr

Kenya’s Renewable Revolution: Wind Power to Transform Energy Sector

Sonakshi SarkarInternational

Kenya has inaugurated Africa’s largest wind farm, the Lake Turkana Wind Power Project, which aims to supply 30% of the nation’s electricity needs. The massive project, consisting of 365 wind turbines, is a key part of Kenya’s goal to achieve 100% renewable energy by 2030. President William Ruto called it a “monumental achievement” in Africa’s push toward sustainable energy. “Kenya is leading the way in renewable energy, and this project sets a new standard,” he said during the launch. The wind farm, located in a high-wind zone, is expected to reduce Kenya’s reliance on fossil fuels and lower electricity costs…

04 Apr

Beyond the Stars: NASA’s Mission to Find Life on Other Planets

Sonakshi SarkarNASA

NASA has announced plans for a next-generation space telescope, the Habitable Worlds Observatory (HWO), which will focus on finding signs of alien life in distant star systems. The project, expected to launch in the 2040s, will be capable of detecting atmospheric conditions that support life beyond Earth. Dr. Bill Nelson, NASA Administrator, said, “This telescope will revolutionize our search for extraterrestrial life, allowing us to explore habitable planets with unprecedented detail.” The HWO will be more advanced than the James Webb Space Telescope, using new technology to filter out starlight and provide clearer images of exoplanets. Scientists are particularly interested…

04 Apr

Arunachal introduces a new logo and policy to strengthen its travel and tourism sector

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshArunachal

Arunachal Pradesh has launched a new logo and strategy, marking the beginning of a revolutionary journey to improve its tourism business. Presided over by Pasang Dorjee Sona, the state's minister of tourism, the launch event took place at the Shangri-La Eros Hotel in New Delhi. The theme of the rebranding initiative, "Arunachal: Beyond Myths and Mountains," encapsulates the state's goal to highlight its many attractions above and beyond its widely recognized natural beauty. The new logo portrays Arunachal Pradesh as the "Land of the Dawn-lit Mountains" by featuring a stylized image of turquoise mountains capped by an orange arc that…

04 Apr

Mizoram CM announces historic increase in state’s cash balance

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a significant boost to Mizoram’s financial position, Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Thursday announced that the state’s cash balance has more than doubled over the past year, reaching Rs 1,093 crore with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) as of April 1, 2025. Speaking at an event in Aizawl, Lalduhoma attributed the surge in reserves to strict austerity measures adopted by his government. The state had a closing cash balance of Rs 520 crore at the end of the 2023-24 fiscal year, which itself was an improvement over earlier years when balances typically hovered around Rs 100–200 crore. “In spite…