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09 Dec

The CM of Arunachal praises the 700-year-old Chakzam Bridge in Tawang

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshTawang Chakzam Bridge

Tawang's 700-year-old Chakzam Bridge is a wonder of ancient engineering and history, according to Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, who praised it as a "testament of vision, skill, and resilience." According to CM Khandu, Dupthop Thangtong Gyalpo, an engineer and Buddhist saint, constructed the iron suspension bridge over the Tawang Chu river between 1454 and 1458. CM Khandu praised the bridge on the microblogging platform X, calling it a representation of the state's inventive and cultural heritage. He said, "Gyalpo's inventiveness created not only a useful structure but a work of art in a time when there were no…

09 Dec

Over 350 grams of heroin seized in Champhai district, three arrested

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram Excise and Narcotics Department, in coordination with the Assam Rifles, seized over 350 grams of heroin in two separate operations conducted in the Champhai district, close to the India-Myanmar border. Three individuals have been arrested under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, according to an official statement. In the first operation on December 6, acting on a tip-off, a joint team of the Mizoram Excise and Narcotics Department and Assam Rifles personnel intercepted suspicious activity in the area between Zote village and the Tiau River. During the raid, 48 grams of heroin were confiscated. The…

09 Dec

Protests halt trade at Manu LCS in Tripura, exporters urge immediate action

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Trade activities at the Manu Land Customs Station (LCS) in Tripura have come to a standstill, sparking urgent calls for intervention from exporters and local associations. Since November 27, the port has remained closed due to local protests triggered by an incident involving Chinmay Krishna Das, a member of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), in Bangladesh. The protestors erected bamboo barricades at the LCS, halting the flow of goods and significantly impacting trade. The Exporter and Importer Association of Kailashahar Sub-division in Unakoti District has written to Tripura’s Chief Secretary, JK Sinha, requesting immediate intervention to resolve the…

09 Dec

Empowering youth through consent: Durex’s bold move at Hornbill Festival 2024

Business BureauBusiness

Durex's The Birds and Bees Talk (TBBT), an impactful life skills program by Reckitt, a global leader in health and hygiene, has proudly marked its third consecutive year as the official health partner of Northeast India's most iconic cultural celebration—the Hornbill Festival. As the festival celebrates its milestone 25th edition, TBBT is set to launch Asia's first Consent Café, a pioneering initiative designed to spark meaningful conversations around consent, equity, and healthy relationships. The Hornbill Festival, expected to welcome over 150,000 visitors from December 1 to 10 at Kisama Heritage Village, Kohima, offers a unique platform to blend traditional heritage…

07 Dec

SBI has projected GDP grow at 6.3%, lower than RBI’s 6.6% estimate for FY25

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

The State Bank of India (SBI) has projected that India's gross domestic product (GDP) will grow at 6.3% during the current financial year (FY25), lower than the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) forecast of 6.6%, which was revised upward from 7.2% earlier. "We believe GDP growth for FY25 will be lower than the RBI forecast and are pegging it at 6.3%," SBI said. On Friday, RBI governor Shaktikanta Das announced the central bank's revised estimate for GDP growth. This came after the country's economy grew at 5.4% in the July-September quarter of FY25, the lowest growth in seven quarters. This…

07 Dec

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance boosts advisor productivity with IPRU Edge app

Business BureauBusiness

IPRU Edge, a mobile app offered by ICICI Prudential Life Insurance exclusively for its advisors, has led to a 37% increase in their productivity in H1-FY2025, resulting in higher earnings for them. Importantly, 98.1% of agents using IPRU Edge were paid commissions on the same day. ICICI Prudential Life is the first life insurer to pay out commissions on the same day to select distributors. The company has a network of over 2 lakh advisors, and approximately 61% of the company’s top advisors are now actively using the app, which is helping them grow their business. In H1-FY2025, the company…

07 Dec

Arunachal Governor emphasizes sacrifices of armed forces on Flag Day

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Governor, Lt General KT Parnaik (Retd), has extended heartfelt greetings to the members of the Indian Armed Forces in anticipation of Armed Forces Flag Day, which will be observed on December 7. In his message, the Governor urged the people of the nation to honour the sacrifices made by the armed forces and offer their support to the families of martyrs, disabled soldiers, and Veer Naris (wives of martyrs). The Governor emphasized the significance of the day, which has been observed annually since 1949, as a time to express gratitude to those who protect the nation's freedom and…

07 Dec

Mizoram’s CID seizes 9.6 kg methamphetamine in major drug bust

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Police have made significant strides in their ongoing efforts to combat illegal activities with a series of major drug and explosives seizures this week. On Thursday, a team from the CID SB intercepted a drug trafficker in Bawngkawn (Durtlang Road) and confiscated 90 grams of suspected heroin, valued at Rs 2.7 lakh, and 9.595 kilograms of methamphetamine tablets, worth Rs 124.73 lakh. The drugs were concealed within the door panels of a Hyundai i10 Sportz vehicle, driven by 25-year-old Rodintluanga from Bawngkawn Shalom Veng. A case has been registered at the Special Narcotics Police Station. In a separate operation…

07 Dec

Tripura health team delivers baby girl after 2-kilometer journey

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

A remarkable rescue operation led by health workers in Tripura ensured the safe delivery of a pregnant woman from the remote village of Samaruchara, located in Unakoti district. The woman, 22, had gone into labour on the morning of December 3 while in her village, which lacks accessible roads. Having attended regular prenatal check-ups at the Nishiranjan Nandita Memorial Primary Health Center, she quickly sought help when labour began. Local health workers conducted a preliminary examination and advised immediate medical attention. However, due to the village’s rugged terrain, transport was a major challenge. Displaying extraordinary resourcefulness, the health workers, with…

07 Dec

Sikkim University’s menstrual leave policy for female students is a step forward

Banasree SarkarSikkimSikkim University

Sikkim University has instituted a one-day menstruation vacation policy for female students. As part of the regulation, female students are allowed to take one day off each month throughout their menstrual cycle. The decision takes effect right now. The Sikkim University Students' Association (SUSA) submitted a proposal on November 20, 2024, which resulted to the introduction of menstrual leave. The group advocated for this regulation in order to assist students throughout their menstrual periods, acknowledging the challenges that they may face. At Sikkim University, which aims to create a welcoming environment for its students, this new policy is a step…