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03 Mar

Mizoram Government Signals Strong Action to Curb Areca Nut Smuggling

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The Mizoram government is intensifying its efforts against the smuggling of areca nuts from Myanmar, which has caused significant economic harm to local farmers and contributed to the growth of unregulated black money. Home Minister K Sapdanga reported that from 2019 to 2025, there were 468 smuggling cases and 292 arrests related to this issue. The illegal nuts, which evade import duties and taxes, are sold at lower prices, damaging local growers. The government reaffirms a "zero-tolerance" approach, promising strict measures and increased border surveillance, and warns that all involved in the trade, including officials, will be held accountable.

03 Mar

Arunachal Cabinet Meeting Ends with Key Approvals

riyaArunachal Pradesh

The Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, has approved several pivotal decisions aimed at enhancing various sectors including education, financial management, health administration, employee welfare, and climate action. Five significant resolutions concerning the education sector were made, which include: the regulation of teacher transfers through legislative measures; the granting of professorships to college educators under the Career Advancement Scheme per UGC Regulations 2018; amendments to the recruitment rules for government college principals; establishing rules for Physical Education Teachers; and a revision of the state's seat reservation policy for diploma and allied programs. A major legislative initiative, the…

02 Mar

Security Alert: Centre Warns States of Potential Unrest Over Iran-Israel War

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The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a high-level security advisory to all states and Union Territories, warning of potential communal tensions and sporadic violence following the sharp escalation of the Iran-Israel conflict. The directive, circulated on February 28, 2026, highlights concerns that recent military strikes by the U.S. and Israel—which reportedly resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei—could have "ripple effects" across India’s diverse social fabric. Central intelligence agencies have flagged the risk of inflammatory rhetoric during religious gatherings and have specifically asked state police forces to monitor "pro-Iran radical preachers" whose sermons…

02 Mar

Tlabung Sub-Divisional Hospital Hosts Health Assessment Camp for Persons with Disabilities Under Project LEAP

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

A health assessment camp for persons with disabilities was organised at Tlabung Sub-Divisional Hospital and Tuichawng under Tlabung RD Block as part of Project LEAP, an initiative led by the Deputy Commissioner of Lunglei district. Project LEAP, which stands for Lunglei’s Empowerment for Access and Equity for All Persons, aims to improve access to services and support for persons with disabilities in the district. The camp was conducted by a medical team headed by Senior Specialist (Orthopedician) Dr Joseph Lalrindika Chawngthu. The team included an audiologist, a clinical psychologist, an ophthalmic assistant, members of the NCD medical team, officials from…

02 Mar

Through Pashu Vikas Day, SMFG India Credit champions “Sarvottam Seva”; impacts over 1.55 lakh rural lives

Business BureauBusiness

SMFG India Credit has announced the successful conclusion of the 8th edition of its flagship rural initiative, Pashu Vikas Day (PVD), impacting over 1.55 lakh lives across India. Held on February 14 under the theme ‘Sarvottam Seva: Pashu, Parivar aur Pragati’, the programme focused on strengthening livestock health and supporting sustainable rural livelihoods. Launched in 2014, PVD has grown into one of the country’s largest one-day cattle welfare drives. This year, the initiative covered 16 states through 510 SMFG Gramshakti branches. Around 1.4 lakh cattle received treatment, while healthcare support was extended to more than 14,000 people, benefiting over 30,000…

02 Mar

Godrej Agrovet rolls out TAKAI insecticide to boost Bengal’s farm productivity

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Godrej Agrovet Limited, one of India’s leading diversified agri-business companies, on Friday launched TAKAI, a new multi-crop insecticide aimed at strengthening pest management and boosting farm productivity in West Bengal. Powered by CyclaprynTM technology developed by ISK Japan, TAKAI provides quick feeding cessation and long-lasting control against key lepidopteran pests, commonly known as caterpillar-type insects. The company has received label approval for use in rice, maize, chickpea and soybean, while approvals for cabbage and chilli are awaited. In West Bengal, often referred to as the “Rice Bowl of India” with nearly 15 million tonnes of annual rice production, pests such…

02 Mar

IPL 2026 preparations for Dhoni and the CSK team begin in Chennai

Banasree SarkarSports

In Chennai, current team captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, former India and Chennai Super Kings captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, and a number of other team players held their first practice session in anticipation of the 2026 Indian Premier League. Several Indian players reported for duty as the five-time winners set up camp at the team's high-performance center. Ayush Mhatre, Mukesh Choudhary, Rahul Chahar, Urvil Patel, Ramakrishna Ghosh, and Sarfaraz Khan were among those in attendance. As preparations picked up speed, the team posted images from the practice that showed Dhoni and Gaikwad batting in adjacent nets. Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma, two…

02 Mar

Sony LIV unveils ‘Jazz City’ in Kolkata; 1970s drama to stream from March 19

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Sony LIV unveiled its upcoming original series Jazz City at a star-studded press meet in Kolkata, announcing that the show will premiere on March 19, 2026. Set in 1970s Kolkata, Jazz City is a fictional story blending soulful music with human conflict, capturing the city’s old-world charm. The series revolves around a dimly lit jazz club in 1971 that becomes a silent witness to history, where coded conversations echo through melodies and the fight for identity takes centre stage. Director and creator Soumik Sen said the series was born from a desire to tell a deeply human story set in…

02 Mar

Tata Motors commercial vehicle sales rise 32% YoY to 42,940 units in February

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Tata Motors Limited reported a 32 per cent year-on-year growth in commercial vehicle sales in February 2026, with total sales in domestic and international markets reaching 42,940 units compared to 32,533 units in February 2025. The company said heavy commercial vehicle (HCV) truck sales rose to 13,559 units in February 2026 from 9,892 units in February 2025, registering a growth of 37.1 per cent. Sales of ILMCV trucks stood at 7,577 units compared to 5,652 units last year, marking a rise of 34.1 per cent. Passenger carrier sales increased to 5,548 units from 4,355 units, recording a growth of 27.4…

01 Mar

Society Cannot Progress Without Scientific Thinking, Says Tripura Minister

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On National Science Day, Tripura's Science and Technology Minister Animesh Debbarma encouraged the community to regard science and technology as a social responsibility rather than just academic pursuits. Speaking at a program in Agartala, he highlighted the necessity of scientific thinking for societal progress, asserting that modern conveniences are products of scientific advancements. The minister urged students to foster a deeper engagement with scientific learning, advocating for a shift from being mere consumers of technology to innovators. He emphasized the importance of developing indigenous technological solutions to reduce reliance on external technologies and promote sustainable development in Tripura. In his…