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22 Mar

India and Bangladesh Enhance Connectivity with New Friendship Bridge

Sonakshi SarkarIndia

India and Bangladesh have inaugurated the Maitri Setu bridge, spanning the Feni River and connecting Tripura in India to Bangladesh. This infrastructure project aims to enhance regional connectivity, facilitating trade and travel between the two nations. The bridge is expected to provide India's northeastern states with access to Bangladeshi ports, thereby boosting economic activities in the region. Leaders from both countries hailed the project as a testament to their strong bilateral relations and a significant step towards regional integration.

22 Mar

IDBI Bank shares inflation nearly 8% to nine-week high on privatisation hopes

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

IDBI Bank shares rallied nearly 8 percent on March 21 with trading volumes double the 20-day average, pushing the stock to a nine-week high for the fifth consecutive session. According to DIPAM Secretary Arunish Chawla, the disinvestment process of IDBI Bank is still on and is expected to be finalised in the next three months. In an exclusive interview with Network18, Chawla informed that major hurdles, including data room issues, have been resolved and due diligence has been completed. The government and LIC together are in the process of selling 61% stake in IDBI Bank, with the Centre holding 30.48…

21 Mar

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu Arrested Ahead of Potential Presidential Nomination

Sonakshi SarkarInternational

Ekrem İmamoğlu, the mayor of Istanbul and a prominent figure in Turkey's opposition Republican People's Party (CHP), was arrested alongside approximately 100 others, including his chief spokesperson and business associates. The detainees face accusations of corruption, embezzlement, bribery, and connections to terrorist organizations. The arrest occurred just days before İmamoğlu's anticipated nomination as the CHP's presidential candidate, raising concerns about political motivations behind the detentions. İmamoğlu has publicly declared his commitment to fighting for fundamental rights and freedoms, asserting his innocence against the charges.

21 Mar

TSF protests Bengali script in Kok Borok exams, seeks immediate action

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Twipra Students Federation (TSF), an indigenous students' organization affiliated with the North East Students Organisation (NESO), has announced an indefinite statewide strike starting March 21 in protest against the use of the Bengali script for Kok Borok board exams. The student body has threatened to block all national highways as part of their agitation.The TSF is demanding the implementation of the Roman script for Kok Borok exams and the rescheduling of exams for students who allegedly failed to answer due to the question papers being set in Bengali. At a press conference, TSF General Secretary Hamalu Jamatia stated that…

21 Mar

European Union Faces Internal Divisions Over Defense Strategy Amid Ukraine Conflict

Sonakshi SarkarInternational

During a recent European Council summit in Brussels, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the necessity of sustained and increased EU support for Ukraine, especially in light of former U.S. President Donald Trump's withdrawal from international commitments. While EU nations are prepared to escalate sanctions against Russia, they remain divided on implementing cohesive defense strategies. This fragmentation stems from varying geographical, historical, and economic contexts among member states. For instance, Poland and the Baltic nations, due to their proximity to Russia, advocate for immediate action, whereas Southern European countries like Italy and Spain prioritize other security and economic concerns. France and…

21 Mar

1894 Mirem Batum Lingkang War Memorial in Adi Pasi inaugurates by Chowna Mein

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshChowna Mein

The 1894 Mirem Batum Lingkang War Memorial was dedicated in Adi Pasi, in the state's Upper Siang district, by Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein. The memorial honors the valor of Adi warriors from Pasi Village who used stone barriers and guerilla warfare to protect their lands against a British expedition during the third Anglo-Abor War, which took place between 1893 and 1894. According to an official statement released here, Mein, who spoke at the event on Wednesday, called the occasion a historic and poignant moment that honored the unsung heroes who opposed colonial power. The war memorial would…

21 Mar

Zee Entertainment shares inflation 6% as CLSA sees stock price doubling in 12-24 months

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Shares of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL) rose 6% on March 20 after brokerage firm CLSA sees stock price doubling in the next 12-24 months. The foreign brokerage believes advertising revenue-led growth could lead to a rerating of the stock, as it suggested a target price of Rs 170. Zee's EBITDA margin has grown 9 per cent from the bottom and even assuming 6 per cent year-on-year (YoY) advertising growth, Zee could post 22-23 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth in EBITDA and profit after tax in FY26-27, CNBC-TV18 reported CLSA. On March 20, Zee Entertainment shares were trading 6% higher…

20 Mar

Aluminium futures prices inflation on fresh deals

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

New Delhi, March 20: Aluminium prices on Thursday rose by 45 paise to Rs 262.10 per kg in the futures market due to fresh deals by speculators amid positive trend in the spot market. The price of aluminium contract for April delivery on the Multi Commodity Exchange rose by 45 paise or 0.17 per cent to Rs 262.10 per kg in a business of 1,375 lots. Analysts said fresh deals by traders amid demand from consumer industries supported aluminium prices in the futures market.

20 Mar

A Year of Transforming Lives: Birla Fertility & IVF Howrah Continues to Pioneering Fertility Care in Eastern India

Business BureauBusiness

Birla Fertility & IVF, one of India’s leading fertility networks, has completed its first year of operations in Howrah, reinforcing its commitment to accessible and expert-led fertility care. The milestone was celebrated with families who began their parenthood journeys at the centre, sharing their experiences of resilience and success. The Howrah centre has emerged as a crucial fertility hub, serving not just the local population but also couples from Hooghly, Midnapore, and other parts of West Bengal. By providing specialised consultations, fertility assessments, and structured treatment plans, it has reduced the need for long-distance travel, making high-quality fertility care more…

20 Mar

VOL 7, ISSUE 07 – The Mileage

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