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04 Jan

Godrej Agrovet’s launch of Pride Hog

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Godrej Agrovet Limited has unveiled Godrej Pride Hog, an innovative range of pig feed scientifically formulated to provide optimal nutrition at every stage of a pig's lifecycle. This new product line includes three variants: Starter, Grower, and Finisher, each designed to promote better health, immunity, and growth for pigs. The launch event featured a roundtable discussion in Guwahati, focusing on preventive measures against African Swine Fever (ASF) and best practices for pig farm management. Notable industry experts, including Dr. Purnananda Konwar from the Assam Livestock and Poultry Corporation Ltd and Capt. (Dr.) A.Y. Rajendra, CEO of Godrej Agrovet's Animal Feed…

04 Jan

The famous festival of Arunachal Pradesh is coming to Hyderabad with Ziro on Tour

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshZiro On Tour

Arunachal Pradesh's Ziro Festival, a symbol of sustainability and cultural immersion, is starting a new adventure with the introduction of "Ziro On Tour." The national festival of music, art, and community will begin in Hyderabad on February 1st and 2nd at Taramati Baradari, a 17th-century cultural monument. Through a multi-sensory experience, Ziro On Tour introduces urban audiences to the festival's values of community spirit, sustainability, and love for independent music. With a focus on regional talent, delectable cuisine, and handicrafts, the event showcases the Northeast's and Telangana's rich cultural and creative heritage. The festival's lineup includes both well-known and up-and-coming…

04 Jan

BSF and TSR boost security in North Tripura’s Kanchanpur amid border concerns

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Security has been intensified in North Tripura’s Kanchanpur following reports of extremist group movements near the international border with Bangladesh, officials said on Friday. Kanchanpur shares a 48-km border with Bangladesh’s Rangamati and Khagrachari districts, with a 300-meter stretch unfenced. Superintendent of Police, North District, Avinash Kumar Rai, stated, “There are reports of extremist activity along the border, but no concrete evidence of their presence has been confirmed.” The Border Security Force (BSF) and Tripura State Rifles (TSR) have increased patrolling in vulnerable areas as a precautionary measure. “The border remains secure, and special operations are underway,” Rai assured, adding…

04 Jan

Mizoram CM sets goal for better service delivery in 2025

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga called on his office staff to prioritize excellence in public service delivery during a New Year gathering held at the Chief Minister's Conference Hall on January 3. The Chief Minister commended his team for their contributions to the state's progress and urged them to approach 2025 with renewed dedication to governance and innovation.“Our goal must be to enhance service delivery and strive for excellence in all aspects of governance,” Zoramthanga stated. The event featured a cake-cutting ceremony, symbolizing unity and a fresh start for the year. Key personnel from the CM’s office participated, fostering a spirit…

03 Jan

HDFC Mutual Fund expands financial footprint with 25 new branches nationwide

Business BureauBusiness

HDFC Mutual Fund has unveiled 25 new branches across India, reinforcing its commitment to financial inclusion. The newly inaugurated Business Centres are strategically located in cities such as Bharatpur, Bhusaval, Varachha, Bopal, Wakad, Chittorgarh, and Berhampore, among others. This expansion takes the total number of HDFC Mutual Fund branches to over 250, underscoring the company's mission to bring wealth creation opportunities closer to every Indian. The addition of branches in emerging hubs like Berhampore (Murshidabad) is particularly significant. Berhampore, known for its growing market potential, will benefit from enhanced access to financial services and investment solutions. This move is expected…

03 Jan

Arunachal Pradesh among top 3 states with largest forest cover

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The India State of Forest Report (ISFR 2023) has named Arunachal Pradesh among the top three states with the largest forest and tree cover. Arunachal is followed by Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. It must be mentioned that in terms of area, Arunachal, with 65,882 sq km, is the second state with the largest forest cover after Madhya Pradesh (77,073 sq km). He also informed that the state has over 75 per cent of forest cover.

03 Jan

One of the top three states with the most forest and tree cover is Arunachal

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh is one of the top three states with the most forest and tree cover, according to the India State of Forest Report (ISFR 2023). Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra come after Arunachal. It should be noted that Madhya Pradesh has the largest forest cover (77,073 sq km), whereas Arunachal has the second largest (65,882 sq km). Additionally, he disclosed that more than 75% of the state is covered by forests. The Arunachal chief minister expressed gratitude on his microblogging site X for the work done by the Team Forest Department and other stakeholders to preserve and increase the amount…

03 Jan

K. Sapdanga highlights success and violations of firecracker ban

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Home Minister K. Sapdanga has pledged strict action against those who violated the firecracker ban during New Year's Eve, reaffirming the government’s commitment to upholding the law.Addressing the media on January 2, Sapdanga expressed satisfaction with the high compliance rate, stating, "We are pleased that over 80% of the public respected the firecracker ban and heeded the appeals of the Young Mizo Association (YMA) and churches."Despite the encouraging adherence, Sapdanga lamented isolated violations reported in parts of Aizawl. "It is disappointing that some individuals chose to ignore government orders and community appeals. However, the scale of violations was significantly…

03 Jan

Tripura CM plans new schools, smart classrooms for Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has reiterated his government’s commitment to enhancing the state’s education system, focusing on infrastructure improvement and quality enhancement to benefit thousands of students. Speaking at the Platinum Jubilee celebration of Ramesh English Medium Higher Secondary School in Udaipur, CM Saha highlighted the strides taken to modernize education in Tripura. "The government has prioritized the overall development of education infrastructure," said Saha, who also serves as the state’s Education Minister. He underscored ongoing policy reviews and efforts to address teacher shortages as key initiatives. The Chief Minister lauded the historic institution’s contributions since its founding in…

03 Jan

Capital Small Finance Bank’s total deposits upsurge 12% to ₹8,384 crore in Q3

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Capital Small Finance Bank Limited (CSFB) has recorded a 12% year-on-year (YoY) growth in total deposits for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, reaching ₹8,384 crore. This growth is also accompanied by significant progress in loan disbursements, improved asset quality and strong liquidity metrics. Loan advances up 19.2%: The Bank's gross advances reached ₹6,816 crore, registering a growth of 19.2% year-on-year (YoY). Around 99.8% of the portfolio remains secured. Asset quality remains strong: CSFB demonstrated improved asset quality, with the gross non-performing asset (NPA) ratio declining to 2.67% from 2.97% in the same quarter last year. Deposits grew to ₹8,384…