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18 Jan

Royal Stag BoomBox returns with electrifying third edition, set to redefine music festivals

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Seagram’s Royal Stag BoomBox is back for its third edition, blending the soulful melodies of Bollywood with the high-energy beats of hip-hop. The immersive music festival, which has captivated audiences in its previous two editions, will tour across major youth hubs – Hyderabad, Mumbai, Gurugram, and Guwahati. This year's star-studded lineup includes Armaan Malik, Amit Trivedi, Neeti Mohan, Raftaar, Ikka, and DJ Yogii, promising an unforgettable experience for music lovers. The festival is not just about live performances but also offers interactive experiences like art installations, AR/VR technology, and AI-powered personalization. In a first, Royal Stag BoomBox will integrate gaming…

18 Jan

Danielle Collins Faces Hostile Crowd at Australian Open

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American tennis player Danielle Collins encountered a hostile crowd during her second-round match at the Australian Open against Destanee Aiava. Throughout the match, Collins faced boos, particularly after sustaining a toe injury and dropping the second set. Despite the adversity, she secured a 7-6 (7-4), 4-6, 6-2 victory after two hours and 25 minutes. In response to the crowd's behavior, Collins blew kisses and made sarcastic remarks about her earnings, highlighting the $180,000 prize for reaching the third round. She mentioned plans to spend her earnings on a luxury vacation with fellow American player Coco Gauff. Collins maintained her confrontational…

18 Jan

ZORO plans protests in Mizoram against border pass system

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Zo Re-Unification Organization (ZORO), a Chin-Kuki-Mizo group based in Mizoram, announced plans to stage demonstrations across Aizawl and other parts of the state on January 29. The protests aim to oppose the alleged scrapping of the Free Movement Regime (FMR) and the introduction of a border pass system along the Indo-Myanmar border. ZORO General Secretary L. Ramdinliana Renthlei stated that the organization, representing ethnic Zo or Mizo tribes in India, Myanmar, and Bangladesh, convened a meeting chaired by its president, R. Sangkawia. Key issues discussed included the alleged end of the FMR, fencing along the Indo-Myanmar border, and the…

18 Jan

Tripura officials warn of flood threat due to Bangladesh river embankment

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Unakoti district administration of Tripura has submitted a detailed report to the state government regarding the construction of a river embankment by Bangladesh near Rangauti Village, Kailashahar. Officials fear the construction, located on the zero line of the international border, could pose a significant flood risk to the Indian side. Tripura shares an 856-km-long border with Bangladesh, and the recent developments have sparked concerns among local authorities and legislators. Congress MLA Birajit Sinha and Fisheries Minister Sudhangshu Das raised the issue during the Assembly, emphasizing the potential threat to Rangauti Village in the event of severe flooding. On January…

18 Jan

The Arunachal Saras Mela-2025 generates about Rs. 40 lakhs in sales

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshSaras Mela

The Arunachal SARAS Mela-2025 saw remarkable sales in its first four days, surpassing Rs. 40 lakhs, indicating a high demand for rural goods in urban marketplaces. For rural artisans, especially women, the SARAS Mela provides a transformative platform that empowers them on both an economic and social level. The Mela boosts the rural economy and advances the "Vocal for Local" movement by giving direct market access. In addition to selling goods, the Mela showcases cultural acts by gifted young people, such as dancing, singing, and flower arrangement, which enhances the event's cultural fabric. The success of the SARAS Mela 2025…

18 Jan

Havells shares upgrade, company’s Q3 revenue rises 10% to Rs 4,889 crore

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Havells India shares jumped 1.08% on January 17 after the company announced its Q3 results on January 16. The company's revenue from operations grew 10% to Rs 4,888.98 crore in Q3 FY25 as against Rs 4,413.86 crore in Q3 FY24. The shares opened 0.79% lower at Rs 1,544.95 and later recovered from the losses by hitting an intraday high of Rs 1,617.95 in the early morning hours of January 17. The stock later pared some gains and traded at Rs 1,574.15. Though the company reported a rise in revenue, its net profit declined to Rs 278 crore in Q3 FY25.…

17 Jan

Infosys reports 11.4% upsurge in October-December quarter

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The company's revenue grew 7.6 per cent to Rs 41,764 crore in the third quarter as against Rs 38,821 crore in the same quarter last year.India's second-largest IT services firm Infosys Ltd on Thursday reported an 11.4 per cent rise in net profit for the December quarter (Q3) of FY25 at Rs 6,806 crore as against Rs 6,106 crore in the same quarter last year.The company's revenue grew 7.6 per cent to Rs 41,764 crore in the third quarter as against Rs 38,821 crore in the same quarter last year.Infosys has raised its constant currency (CC) revenue growth guidance for…

17 Jan

Popular Bar Chain Closes Three More Locations Amid Financial Struggles

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The New World Trading Company, operator of The Botanist bars, has announced the closure of three additional sites in Coventry, Sheffield, and Chester. This decision is part of an ongoing restructuring effort due to financial challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, rising inflation, and the cost-of-living crisis. These closures follow three others in October 2024, including The Florist in Liverpool and Botanist locations in Knutsford and Alderley Edge. The hospitality sector continues to face significant hurdles, with major names like BrewDog and Stonegate also affected. Industry analysts predict further store closures and job losses in 2025 as businesses grapple with…

17 Jan

The India Book of Records recognizes Vanlallawmzuala Varte of Mizoram

Banasree SarkarMizoramVanlallawmzuala Varte

For his 17,000-kilometer 'Ride to Clean Air', Vanlallawmzuala Varte of Mizoram has been inducted into the India Book of Records. Varte (Lza Varte) achieved the "Highest Elevation Gained on a Bicycle to Spread Awareness of Air Pollution" and the "Shortest Time to Visit All States and Union Territories on a Bicycle to Spread Awareness of Air Pollution." Environmental activist Vanllallawmzuala Varte, 34, began his voyage on January 25, 2024, and he lives in the Mission Veng neighborhood of Aizawl. Lza Varte traveled the entire length of India in 283 days, traversing a variety of difficult terrains, including Umling La, the…

17 Jan

SEC of Mizoram announces polling dates for village and local councils

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The State Election Commission (SEC) of Mizoram has announced that polling for 544 village councils (VCs) across nine districts and 111 local councils (LCs) in two urban local bodies will take place simultaneously on February 12. State Election Commissioner H Lalthlangliana shared details at a press conference, confirming that vote counting will commence at 7 PM or immediately after polling concludes on the same day. The last date for filing nominations is January 23, with January 27 set as the deadline for withdrawal of candidatures. Scrutiny of nomination papers will occur on January 24. The SEC has mandated that the…