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08 Feb

MakeMyTrip launches ‘Loved by Devotees’ to enhance pilgrimage stays

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MakeMyTrip has introduced ‘Loved by Devotees,’ a curated collection of over 450 hotels and homestays across 26 spiritual destinations in India, catering to the unique needs of pilgrims. The initiative aims to simplify the process of finding suitable accommodations for religious travelers, ensuring comfort, accessibility, and convenience. Pilgrimage travel has seen significant growth, now accounting for over 10% of MakeMyTrip’s total room night bookings in Q3 FY25. Searches for religious destinations have surged by 46% in 2024 compared to 2022, reflecting an increasing preference for spiritually enriching journeys. Ankit Khanna, Chief Product Officer - Hotel, Growth & Emerging Businesses, said,…

08 Feb

‘Skill Uday Tongai’ program launched in Tripura to empower students

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday launched the ‘Skill Uday Tongai’ skill development training programme at the Tripura Institute of Technology (TIT), Narsingarh, aimed at empowering 80,000 school and college students. During the event, several other educational initiatives were also inaugurated, including: State MIS Portal for better academic monitoring, Career Guidance Programme for 70,000 girl students from 983 schools, NSDC Programme for 7,000 college students, English Employability and Entrepreneurship (EEE) Programme for 1,600 students. Calling it a "transformative initiative," CM Saha emphasized that skill development is key to shaping Tripura’s future workforce. He also inspected Drone Technology and honored…

08 Feb

Court supports Mizoram’s decision to end village council term early

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Aizawl Bench of Gauhati High Court on Friday dismissed a petition filed by the All Mizoram Village Council Association (AMVCA) challenging the Mizoram government’s decision to curtail the term of Village Councils (VCs) by six months. In two notifications issued in November 2024, the Mizoram government had shortened the VC term, setting it to end on February 19, 2025. AMVCA president K Lalngaizuala and another leader moved the court, arguing that the government had not provided specific reasons for the decision and that it infringed on their rights. owever, Justice Nelson Sailo, in his ruling, found the petition without…

08 Feb

Mahindra Electric is set to launch its highly anticipated Origin SUVs on 14th February 2025

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Mahindra Electric is set to launch its highly anticipated Origin SUVs, with bookings opening on February 14, 2025, at 9 AM. The company will offer a complete lineup of the XEV 9e and BE 6 variants, allowing customers to choose from a range of battery packs, starting from ₹18.90 lakh for the BE 6 Pack One. Deliveries are expected to begin in mid-March 2025 for Pack Three, with other variants arriving between June and August 2025. https://youtu.be/luu9XO03Fw0?si=i_-MNsyv1X35sZq9 From February 6, 2025, at 10 AM, customers can pre-select their preferred model and variant on Mahindra’s official website. The company’s structured production…

08 Feb

A sub-divisional level task force made a raid on an unauthorized LAMC coke factory

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradeshcoal mine

The sub-divisional officer, the officer-in-charge of the Kharsang police station, and the assistant mineral development officer formed a sub-divisional level task team that raided an unlicensed LAMC coke factory in Changlang district. The Namchik-Namphuk coal mine is 900 meters away from this plant, which is purportedly using coal from an illegal mining site. Two weeks before the attack, the facility had just reopened after being closed in 2023 due to objections from GeoEnpro Petroleum Ltd. There were serious safety and legal issues because the factory was close to one of the company's drilling wells. Concurrently, the Shillong regional office of…

08 Feb

Bikaji Foods shares downgrade 13% after Q3 net profit falls nearly 40% year-on-year; see details

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Shares of Bikaji Foods International tumbled as much as 13% during trading on Friday, February 7, after the company announced a sharp drop in profitability for the quarter ended December 2024 (Q3FY25). Shares of the leading snacks maker fell as much as 12.97% to hit an intraday low of ₹638.55 per share on the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd (NSE) on Friday. The stock rallied in six of the last seven sessions and has gained a total of 14% during this period. The stock has now declined 9.6% in the last one month but is still up over 16%…

07 Feb

Mizoram seizes 20,200 Methamphetamine tablets, arrests four traffickers

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram authorities have arrested four individuals, including three Myanmar nationals and one Assam resident, in two separate operations for allegedly smuggling Methamphetamine tablets and heroin, officials confirmed on Wednesday. In a joint operation on February 5, Mizoram Excise & Narcotics Department and Assam Rifles personnel seized 20,200 Methamphetamine tablets, weighing 2.2 kg, in Zote Tiau village of Champhai district, bordering Myanmar. The accused, identified as Sumlamthang (35) and Zamngaihno (36), both from Myanmar’s Chin state, were apprehended for allegedly smuggling the banned stimulant from across the border. Methamphetamine, commonly referred to as the ‘crazy drug’, is a highly addictive substance…

07 Feb

Arunachal CM encourages Tawang’s power infrastructure to be strengthened

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshArunachal CM

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu met with PowerGrid representatives to discuss the progress of the Tawang district's implementation of the Comprehensive Scheme for Strengthening of Transmission, Sub-Transmission, and Distribution System. "The Tawang district's ongoing power outages, particularly during the severe winter months, must be addressed by these transmission projects. In his X post, CM Khandu said, "We are dedicated to accelerating these projects for the benefit of our people, and ensuring a reliable power supply remains a top priority." In a meeting held at his Civil Secretariat office last November, Deputy Chief Minister and Minister-in-charge of Power Chowna Mein…

07 Feb

Deloitte India launches jury panel for Enterprise Growth Awards 2025

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Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India LLP (Deloitte India) has revealed the distinguished jury panel for the highly anticipated Enterprise Growth Awards 2025. The initiative is dedicated to recognising the extraordinary achievements of family-owned businesses, unicorns, and soonicorns across India, celebrating their leadership, vision, and national impact. The prestigious jury is headed by S. D. Shibulal, Former Managing Director of Infosys, joined by notable members including Dr. Brinda Jaghirdar, Former Chief Economist of the State Bank of India; M. D. Ranganath, Chairman of Catamaran Ventures; and Manoj Kohli, Senior Advisor at Deloitte. Together, they bring unmatched industry expertise to ensure a rigorous…

07 Feb

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank submits application for Universal Banking Licence to the RBI

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Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (Ujjivan), one of the leading small finance banks has announced the submission of the application for Universal Banking licence to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This step aligns with the Bank’s long-term vision to strengthen its offerings and its position in the sector. The Bank has consistently demonstrated strong financial performance and a commitment to financial inclusion, serving a diverse aspiring customer base. Ujjivan is prepared to join the ranks of universal banks, considered a very significant milestone in its evolution, subject to RBI granting its approval to its application. Commenting on the development, Mr. Sanjeev…