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12 Aug

Major road damage in Tripura prompts NHIDCL inspection

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Managing Director of the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), Dr. Kishan Kumar, inspected a severely damaged 12-kilometer stretch of National Highway in the Khowai-Kamalpur area of Tripura on Monday. The highway had developed extensive potholes and damage just two years after its construction was completed. Tripura Public Works Department (PWD) Secretary Kiran Gitte said the inspection was followed by a meeting in Agartala, where Dr. Kumar discussed the issues with officials and engineers. He later visited highways across West, Dhalai, North, and Khowai districts to assess the condition of the roads firsthand. “There is a mandatory…

12 Aug

Mizoram enters railway map with new line near Aizawl

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) and the Mizoram government have signed a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at boosting tourism in the state ahead of the launch of Mizoram’s first-ever railway link.The landmark Bairabi–Sairang New Railway Line Project, developed under the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), will connect Mizoram to the Indian Railways network for the first time. This new rail link will extend up to Sairang, located close to the state capital Aizawl, promising easier access and greater economic opportunities for the hilly region. Under the MoU signed in August 2025, IRCTC will act as the…

12 Aug

HAL Q1 Results: Defence PSU Slips 2%, Extends 1-Month Fall To 10%

Purbalee Duttabreaking news

Shares of Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) declined on Tuesday ahead of the company’s June quarter earnings announcement. The stock dropped 2.36% to a low of ₹4,341 on the BSE. Over the past month, HAL has fallen 10.42%, underperforming the BSE Sensex, which declined 2.16% during the same period. Analysts said investors are closely watching updates on GE engine supplies and possible repeat orders for the LCA Mark 1A. Nomura India projects HAL’s Q1 net profit to rise 16.6% year-on-year (YoY) to ₹1,198.80 crore, compared to ₹1,028.40 crore last year. Revenue is expected to grow 11% YoY to ₹4,825 crore, with…

12 Aug

Arunachal CM starts Itanagar’s Government Housing Redevelopment Project

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Pema Khandu, the chief minister of Arunachal Pradesh, reaffirmed his commitment to making Itanagar a modern, well-planned city by laying the foundation for phase-II of the government housing rehabilitation project. The new phase will cover B-Sector, C-Sector, P-Sector, and Niti Vihar. Khandu recalled the May 31 opening of the A-Sector multi-story complex, saying the project was the first step toward constructing safe, comfortable homes in place of dangerous, antiquated structures. "Our vision goes beyond government quarters; affordable, earthquake-resilient, and dignified housing for all is our priority," he said, warning those who were encroaching on government land and property that no…

12 Aug

Nepal Announces Nationwide Wi-Fi Rollout in Remote Villages

MohiniNepal

The Government of Nepal has unveiled a plan to equip 2,000 remote villages across its mountainous regions with public Wi-Fi connectivity, partnering with UNICEF and local tech firms. The initiative includes solar-powered connectivity hubs in schools and community centers. By enabling Internet access in previously offline areas, officials hope to bridge educational and economic divides. Remote students can access online learning, health advice, and market updates. Regional interest is high; initiatives in Indian border districts, Sikkim, and Bangladesh’s Chittagong Hill Tracts are exploring similar rollouts to accelerate rural development. This digital push also harmonizes with India’s ambition for a South…

12 Aug

Brazil Creates $15 Billion Biodiversity Credits Market

MohiniInternational

Brazil has launched a $15 billion biodiversity credit market, enabling landowners to earn credits for preserving habitats—especially in the Amazon rainforest. Credits can be sold on global environmental platforms to corporations seeking to offset ecological damage. This innovative approach financially rewards conservation and is expected to reduce deforestation by creating economic incentives for local communities to preserve forests. Environmental stakeholders in Nepal and Bhutan are studying the initiative as a model for Himalayan biodiversity management, seeking to replicate it in eco-sensitive zones. The program could also strengthen cross-border climate finance mechanisms within South Asia.

12 Aug

Arunachal governor awards Col. R S Jamwal for excellence in adventure sports leadership

editorArunachal Pradesh

On Monday, Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik presented the "Governor's Medallion for Excellence" to Col. R S Jamwal, Director of the National Institute of Mountaineering and Adventure Sports (NIMAS), for planning two renowned trips in recent years. The institute, located in Dirang in the northeastern state's West Kameng area, just finished the Brahmaputra River rafting trip and the Mount Kanchenjunga climb. After awarding the medal, Parnaik spoke at Raj Bhavan here and described the excursions as historic achievements that will improve the state's reputation in the adventure sports sector. A new generation of Arunachali youngsters, he…

12 Aug

Cottonseed oil futures prices downfall: lack of demand

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

New Delhi: Cottonseed oil cake prices fell by Rs 29 to Rs 3,346 per quintal in futures trade on Monday as traders reduced their positions following a weak trend in the spot market. At the NCDEX, cottonseed oil cake contracts for September delivery fell by Rs 29, or 0.87 percent, to Rs 3,346 per quintal in a business turnover of 21,640 lots. Analysts said selling by traders at current levels amid sluggish market sentiment mainly led to the fall in cottonseed oil cake prices.

11 Aug

JM Financial Q1 profit raise 166% to Rs 454 crore

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

New Delhi, JM Financial on Monday reported a 166 percent rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 454 crore for the June quarter of FY26. The financial services company had earned Rs 171 crore in the same quarter a year ago. Total income during the June quarter of 2025-26 rose to Rs 1,121 crore from Rs 1,093 crore a year ago, JM Financial said in a regulatory filing. Total expenses declined to Rs 529 crore as compared to Rs 849 crore in the April-June quarter of FY25. Networth crossed Rs 10,000 crore during the quarter. Vishal Kampani, Vice Chairman and…

11 Aug

TATA AIA Life empowers Mizoram’s students with digital classrooms, boosts insurance awareness across state

Business BureauBusiness

TATA AIA Life Insurance has launched a comprehensive CSR initiative introducing smart classrooms in eight government schools across Aizawl. The three-year project (2024–2026) aims to impact 1,436 students with digital tools, enhanced infrastructure, and localized e-learning content created in collaboration with Teachmint Edutech. According to the ASER 2024 report, only 10.6% of schools in Mizoram have computer facilities. Addressing this gap, Tata AIA’s initiative includes teacher training workshops, interactive content in core subjects, and hardware support such as projectors and connectivity devices. “Our role in Mizoram goes beyond insurance. We’re committed to uplifting communities through digital and educational empowerment,” said…