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30 Dec

Vodafone Idea shares flourish over 5% as government waives bank guarantees for previous spectrum auctions

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Vodafone Idea shares surged over 5 per cent on December 30 as government waives bank guarantees for previous spectrum auctions. At 11:10 am on December 30, Vodafone Idea shares were trading at Rs 7.88. The telecom firm has been exempted from providing bank guarantees of Rs 24,800 crore for spectrum auctions held before 2021 (2012, 2014, 2015, 2016). In a filing dated December 28, the company termed the government reform as a "major relief for telcos". The company said that prior to this reform, the company was required to provide bank guarantees totalling Rs 24,800 crore for each spectrum instalment…

30 Dec

Mizoram enjoys a calm Christmas with minimal law and order issues

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram celebrated Christmas peacefully this year, with no major law and order issues reported across the state. Inspector General of Police (Headquarters) Lalbiakthanga Khiangte highlighted a notable decline in crime rates compared to previous festive seasons. While minor incidents, such as 22 burglary cases and two instances of illegal firecracker sales, were recorded between December 24 and December 29 in the Aizawl region, authorities praised citizens for their cooperation and adherence to laws. In addition, 47 individuals were apprehended for traffic violations during the festive period, and three cases of unnatural deaths were reported. Despite these occurrences, the overall situation…

30 Dec

Tripura’s healthcare expands with Rs 250 crore investment in super specialty services

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Chief Minister Manik Saha on Sunday lauded Tripura’s advancements in healthcare, education, and welfare during a programme at Mandwi Mandal's Mailuma School ground. Saha detailed strides in medical services, including free kidney transplants, with plans to introduce bone marrow and liver transplants soon. Highlighting medical education, he noted that around 400 doctors graduate annually from state medical colleges. Tripura Medical College, currently with 100 seats, has applied for an additional 50 seats to meet growing demand. “Super speciality services have been established with Rs 250 crore, and Rs 700 crore has been earmarked for new hospitals,” Saha said, adding that…

30 Dec

In Changlang, Arunachal security forces retrieve a stash of weaponry

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshChanglang

During a well-coordinated combined operation along the Miao-Vijaynagar road in Changlang district, security forces in Arunachal Pradesh retrieved a massive cache of weapons, according to a defense spokesman. According to the statement, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles used metal detectors, tracker dogs, and specialized drones to carry out the operation in cooperation with Changlang district police. Within the boundaries of the Namdapha National Park and Tiger Reserve, ten MQ 81 assault weapons of Chinese provenance and ten type 81 assault rifles were found in various areas along the Miao-Vijaynagar route, spanning 27 miles, according to Kohima-based defense spokesman Lt…

28 Dec

A team of researchers discovers Sapria Himalayana Griffith in the West Kameng district

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshSapria Himalayana Griffith

Sapria Himalayana Griffith is an endoparasitic, rare, and endangered plant that was found by a team of Bengaluru, Karnataka, researchers in the Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary (EWS) in the Singchung subdivision of the West Kameng district. With the help of devoted employees Dibi Soma Monpa and Karma Wangdi Monpa from the EWS, the team from the Centre for Ecological Sciences of the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru—which included Anisha Mandal, Aman Bishwakarma, Kabir Pradhan, and Rohit Rai—made the finding. The eastern Himalayan region is renowned for its amazing and widespread floral and faunal biodiversity, which includes numerous rare plant species. Sapria…

28 Dec

Boney Kapoor’s hair restoration journey highlights the growing appeal of Eugenix

Business BureauBusiness

Eugenix Hair Sciences, India’s premier hair restoration clinic, has hosted an exclusive event that brought together Bollywood stalwart Boney Kapoor, Dr. Pradeep Sethi, and Dr. Arika Bansal. This glittering occasion celebrated the transformative power of advanced hair restoration techniques, with Boney Kapoor sharing his remarkable hair transplant journey. In an intimate and captivating session, Boney Kapoor opened up about his experience with Eugenix, saying, “Self-care and confidence are invaluable. This hair transplant has rejuvenated my appearance and revitalized my spirit.” His inspiring words resonated deeply with the audience, highlighting the profound impact of hair restoration. Dr. Arika Bansal, co-founder of…

28 Dec

Jersey Electricity reports 8.5% revenue gain in 2024

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

JERSEY - Jersey Electricity plc has announced its financial results for the year ended September 30, 2024, reporting an 8.5% increase in revenue to £135.7 million. The company, which has been a major player in the island's energy sector for a century, recorded a profit before tax of £15.1 million, a slight improvement on the previous year's £14.9 million. The Board recommended a final dividend of 12.00p per share for the year, an increase of 5.3% from the 2023 dividend. This, combined with the interim dividend, brings the total dividend for the year to 19.80p per share. The final dividend…

28 Dec

Khulazu Basa Students’ Union observed its 68th general session and cultural day

Banasree SarkarNagalandCultural day

The Khulazu Basa Students' Union (KBSU) held its 68th general session and cultural day at Government Primary School-A in Khulazu Basa Village, Phek district, with the subject "Krütsazho thikeyhepü dorhükevelü sükeyi." Satahi Shüjo, the finance secretary of Chakhesang Public Organization and a retired assistant director of the Social Welfare Department, stressed the value of maintaining cultural heritage and customs during the event. In order to conserve customs for future generations, he underlined the value of recording them and promoted the recording of folk music, tales, and crafts. Because these customs were in danger of vanishing, he urged the elders to…

28 Dec

Mizoram Youth Congress extends condolences to Dr. Manmohan Singh’s family

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram Pradesh Youth Congress Committee (MPYCC) has expressed profound grief over the demise of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, describing him as a visionary leader and the architect of India’s transformative economic reforms. In an official statement, the MPYCC highlighted Dr. Singh's enduring legacy, noting his pivotal role in driving India’s economic growth as Finance Minister and later as Prime Minister. The committee praised his tenure as one marked by integrity, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to national progress. “Dr. Singh’s humility, dedication, and visionary leadership will remain a beacon of inspiration for generations. We extend our heartfelt…

28 Dec

Pralhad Joshi to attend key government programs during official visit to Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Pralhad Joshi, will be in Tripura for a two-day official visit starting December 28. During his visit, Joshi will participate in various government programs and meetings. His itinerary includes a visit to the Food Corporation of India (FCI) office at Nandannagar, followed by an inspection of the state's food godowns. He will also chair a meeting with officials from the FCI and Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) to discuss operational matters. On the evening of December 28, Joshi will attend a review meeting at the Secretariat, focusing on central schemes related to…