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11 Mar

Toyota Kirloskar Motor launches Hilux Black Edition in India

Business BureauBusiness

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has introduced the Hilux Black Edition in India, offering a bold and rugged appeal combined with advanced safety and premium features. Priced at ₹37,90,000 (ex-showroom), the Hilux Black Edition is designed for both off-road adventures and urban commuting. Powered by a 2.8L four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission, the Hilux Black Edition delivers 500 Nm torque and 4X4 drivetrain capability. It features an all-black exterior, including a black front radiator grille, 18-inch black alloy wheels, black ORVM covers, door handles, and fender garnish, enhancing its aggressive look. The interior offers premium leather upholstery, an…

11 Mar

Let’s Discuss Pranayama’s Significance

Banasree SarkarLifestylePranayama

There are more advantages to pranayama than you might think. Lifestyle experts stress the benefits of breathwork for mental management. He illustrates the transition from the sympathetic to the parasympathetic nervous systems and starts by stressing the significance of breathing. According to him, a lot of things in life that are free can have enormous power. The power of our breath was also mentioned. Pranayama is no longer merely a workout in our nation; it is now even considered a science. Its scientific qualities, effects on blood pressure, immune system, inflammation, skin, and hair, and most importantly, its capacity to…

11 Mar

Over 300 farmers trained in sustainable agriculture at Meghalaya workshop

Sonakshi SarkarMeghalaya

Over 300 farmers in Meghalaya’s Jaintia Hills have embraced organic and integrated farming techniques through a specialized training workshop aimed at improving agricultural productivity and sustainability. Organized by Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Community College (DDUCC) and the Skill Development Centre, Wahiajer, under North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), the workshop provided farmers with practical demonstrations and interactive sessions that blended traditional methods with modern farming advancements. Experts led hands-on training, focusing on chemical-free farming, integrated farming systems, and environmental conservation. Farmers were introduced to innovative methods that could help them achieve economic independence and long-term sustainability. Following the workshop, the Golden Jubilee…

11 Mar

Four Bihar residents sentenced to 10 years for cannabis smuggling in Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Additional Sessions Judge Court, Dharmanagar, North Tripura, on Monday, March 10, convicted four Bihar residents in a cannabis smuggling case and sentenced them to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment.The case dates back to March 5, 2019, when the Railway Protection Force (RPF) conducted a search operation on the Humsafar Express at Dharmanagar Railway Station. The search led to the recovery of 29.5 kg of cannabis, which was being transported illegally by the accused. Following a thorough investigation led by Inspector Suman Sarkar of the Dharmanagar Government Railway Police Station, a charge sheet was filed against the accused—Suresh Mandal, Rajani…

11 Mar

Mizoram MP demands urgent action to complete NIT Mizoram’s Campus

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Rajya Sabha MP K. Vanlalvena raised concerns in Parliament over the delayed infrastructure development of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Mizoram, urging the Centre to expedite the construction of its permanent campus. Established in 2009 under the Government of India’s expansion of technical institutions, NIT Mizoram still lacks a permanent campus and continues to operate from multiple temporary locations in Durtlang, Chaltlang, and Tanhril. Addressing the Parliament Budget session, Vanlalvena stressed that the campus construction at Lengpui remains stalled due to land classification issues, as the Forest Department designated the site as part of the Riverine Reserved Forest.…

11 Mar

Deloitte India’s Enterprise Growth Awards 2025 wins by ten West Bengal-based companies

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Ten West Bengal-based companies—Titagarh Rail Systems Limited, Vikram Solar Limited, Orient Paper and Industries Limited, Texmaco Rail & Engineering Limited, McNROE Consumer Products Private Limited, Paharpur Cooling Towers Limited, West Coast Paper Mills Limited, Electrosteel Castings Limited, Tega Industries Limited, and Vedant Fashions Limited emerged as winners in the first edition of the Enterprise Growth Awards (EGA) 2025, hosted by Deloitte India. Enterprise Growth Awards is a unique programme dedicated to celebrating businesses that have transformed local ambitions into national success stories. The winners were announced on 6 March 2025 in Chennai. More than 500 companies from across the country,…

11 Mar

Arunachal Pradesh emphasizes the economic condition and welfare for farming community

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshArunachal government

Biyuram Wahge, the minister of water resource development for Arunachal Pradesh, emphasized the importance of enhancing the welfare and economic standing of the farming community in the state, where around 70% of the population makes their living from agriculture. NCP member Toko Tatung brought up a short-hour discussion in the assembly, and Wahge responded by saying that millions of crores would be needed to provide irrigation infrastructure throughout all possible agricultural areas. "Assigning a minimum fund per assembly constituency would ensure the rational development of irrigation infrastructure given the state's financial constraints," he stated. Wahge also emphasized how existing irrigation…

11 Mar

Castrol India relaunches Castrol Activ with 3X protection and Shah Rukh Khan campaign

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Castrol India Limited has relaunched its flagship two-wheeler engine oil brand, Castrol Activ, with a superior product upgrade and refreshed packaging. The new Castrol Activ offers 3X protection against engine overheating, a crucial issue for India’s 235 million two-wheeler users. To amplify the relaunch, Castrol has launched a nationwide campaign, #GarmiMeinBhi3xProtection, featuring Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan. The campaign’s TV commercial, set in Rajasthan, showcases Khan as a determined cop whose bike, powered by Castrol Activ, outlasts extreme heat, while another bike using ordinary oil fails. https://youtu.be/YW8A4dyfO8Y "Overheating is a key concern for Indian riders, especially in summer. Castrol Activ’s…

11 Mar

Indusind Bank shares downfall 20% as lender reports Rs 1,530 crore derivative portfolio mismatch

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Shares of Indusind Bank Ltd tumbled 20% on Tuesday after the bank discovered discrepancies in its derivatives portfolio during an internal review. The detailed review revealed that the bank's total assets are estimated to be adversely impacted by about 2.35% by December 2024, equivalent to a potential loss of Rs 1,530 crore. The bank's total assets stood at Rs 65,102 crore at the end of December 2024. Indusind Bank's total assets are estimated to decline by Rs 1,600 crore to Rs 2,000 crore. The Hinduja-promoted lender plans to absorb this loss in its fourth quarter earnings or the first quarter…

10 Mar

BSF intercepts vehicle with smuggled sugar near India-Bangladesh border

Sonakshi SarkarMeghalaya

The Border Security Force (BSF) intercepted a vehicle carrying a large quantity of sugar near the India-Bangladesh border in South Garo Hills, Meghalaya, on Sunday, suspecting it was meant for smuggling. The operation was conducted by 144 Battalion BSF, which apprehended an Indian national attempting to transport the sugar illegally across the border. However, authorities have yet to disclose the exact quantity of the seized consignment or the identity of the suspect. Sugar smuggling remains a persistent issue along the India-Bangladesh border due to price differences between the two countries. Security forces have increased patrols and surveillance in known smuggling…