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04 Mar

A portion of the Yagamso River was cleaned up by Miss AAPSU 2025 contestants

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshYagamso River

On Monday, contestants in the Miss AAPSU 2025 pageant cleared almost 1,700 kg of trash from a section of the Yagamso River within IG Park. With assistance from Itanagar Smart City, the Youth Mission for Clean River (YMCR) and the Miss All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union (AAPSU) organizing team collaborated to plan the World Wildlife Day celebration. Khoda Yallam, the general secretary of the AAPSU Women Cell and the head of the Miss AAPSU organizing committee, spoke to the media at the cleanup site and emphasized the importance of experiential learning for the 28 competitors, who represent various tribes from…

04 Mar

IEX trade volumes inflation 9% in February | Indian Energy Exchange

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) said in a statement on Monday that trade volumes in February registered a 9 per cent growth to 9,622 million units as compared to the same period last year. A total of 16.37 lakh renewable energy certificates were traded during the month, marking a 167 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) growth. The next REC trading sessions at the exchange are scheduled for March 12 and 26. In the power market, the Day-Ahead Market (DAM) achieved 5,369 MU volumes in February as against 4,722 MU volumes in the same month last year, a 14 per cent growth…

03 Mar

ELECRAMA 2025 concludes on a high note, unlocks $20 billion in business opportunities

Business BureauBusiness

ELECRAMA 2025, the flagship event of the Indian Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association (IEEMA), wrapped up successfully, reinforcing India’s leadership in the global electrical and electronics industry. The event saw participation from over 1,000 exhibitors, attracted more than 400,000 business visitors, and facilitated business enquiries worth an estimated $20 billion. Key highlights included 15,000+ B2B meetings, the participation of 500 international buyers from 80 countries, and the launch of the New Energies Pavilion, which showcased advancements in battery storage, EV charging, solar modules, and digital energy. Industry leaders, including Union Ministers Piyush Goyal and Manohar Lal Khattar, emphasized India’s commitment…

03 Mar

Biplab Deb calls communism a “machine that destroys youth and women”

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Former Tripura Chief Minister and Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb has launched a scathing attack on the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)], calling Communism a “machine that destroys youth and women.” Speaking at a BJP party event in Bishalgarh Assembly Constituency under Sepahijala District on Sunday, Deb accused the Communists of dividing people along religious and caste lines and suppressing opportunities for youth and women. “That’s why whenever I come to Tripura, I warn people about Communists,” Deb said. “They never allow young people to become self-sufficient and never allow women to work. We can’t allow the ghost…

03 Mar

New Mizoram bill seeks to prevent illegal job placements abroad

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government is set to introduce a new bill aimed at regulating private agencies involved in sending local youth abroad for jobs, following concerns over illegal placements in foreign countries. The Mizoram Private Placement Agencies (Regulation) Bill, 2025 will be presented in the Mizoram Legislative Assembly today by Labour, Employment, Skill Development, and Entrepreneurship Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar, according to officials. The proposed legislation seeks to streamline and legalize the operations of private placement agencies, ensuring that Mizoram's youth can secure employment opportunities without falling prey to fraudulent agents or illegal placements. Under the new law, agencies will be required…

03 Mar

Arunachal Pradesh completes the dairy sector’s first AI

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradeshdairy sector

Arunachal Pradesh has successfully performed its first artificial insemination (AI) using imported sex-sorted Holstein Friesian semen, marking a significant milestone for the state's animal husbandry industry. According to officials, Friday's historic accomplishment was a major step forward in strengthening the state's dairy development initiatives. According to them, the AI was carried out as a component of a larger project under the direction of S P Singh Baghel, the union's minister of animal husbandry and dairy. The first cow was inseminated using the imported semen at the Central Cattle Breeding Farm in Nirjuli, which is close to here, as part of…

03 Mar

Mass Dismissals of Federal Employees Spark Legal Battles in the US

Sonakshi SarkarInternational

The United States is currently grappling with political and legal challenges following the Trump administration's decision to implement mass layoffs of probationary federal employees. A federal judge in California has blocked these orders, stating that the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) exceeded its legal authority. The layoffs have raised concerns about the impact on public services and the livelihoods of affected workers. This situation has sparked debates about the balance of power between the executive branch and federal agencies, with potential implications for future administrative actions.

03 Mar

Nepal Invests in Hydropower and Solar Energy for Sustainable Future

Sonakshi SarkarNepal

Nepal is making significant strides in renewable energy development as part of its commitment to combat climate change. The government has launched several hydropower and solar energy projects aimed at reducing reliance on fossil fuels and achieving energy self-sufficiency. These initiatives not only aim to provide clean and affordable energy to rural and urban areas but also to create job opportunities and promote sustainable economic growth. By harnessing its abundant natural resources, Nepal aspires to become a regional leader in renewable energy and contribute to global environmental conservation efforts.

03 Mar

Mahindra sales gain 15% in February

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Mahindra & Mahindra on Saturday said its total sales in February rose 15 per cent year-on-year to 83,702 units.The automaker had sold 72,923 units in February last year.In the utility vehicle segment, the company said it sold 50,420 vehicles in the domestic market, a growth of 19 per cent as compared to 42,401 units in February last year.Exports grew to 3,061 units last month, up 99 per cent from 1,539 units in February 2024. "This strong performance is a result of the continued positive momentum for our SUV portfolio," Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) Automotive Division President Veejay Nakra said in…

01 Mar

CM Manik Saha proposes special campaign for AIDS/HIV detection

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha on February 28 emphasized the need for a dedicated call centre under the Tripura AIDS Control Society to ensure regular monitoring of AIDS patients. He urged all sections of society to participate actively in AIDS prevention efforts. Speaking at the 18th general meeting of the Tripura AIDS Control Society at the Secretariat, Dr. Saha, who is also the state's Health Minister, highlighted the critical role of public representatives in spreading awareness. He also called for greater involvement of social organizations in AIDS prevention efforts. The Chief Minister suggested that the Health Department launch…