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25 Nov

Mizoram CM Lalduhoma opens 8th mini Jamboree in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma inaugurated the 8th Northeast Mini Jamboree of Bharat Scouts and Guides on Saturday at the Mizoram State Training Centre in Tanhril. The event witnessed the participation of approximately 300 delegates from across the country. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister extended a warm welcome to the participants and expressed hope that the Jamboree would foster unity and joy among attendees. He highlighted the significance of service in the Scouts and Guides movement, quoting founder Lord Baden-Powell: “True happiness is to bring happiness to others.” Dr. KK Khandelwal, Chief National Commissioner of Bharat Scouts and Guides, lauded…

25 Nov

16 Bangladeshi nationals arrested in Tripura for illegal border crossing

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Authorities in Tripura have arrested 16 Bangladeshi nationals in two separate operations over the past 48 hours for allegedly entering India illegally and attempting to travel to Delhi for work opportunities. The Railway Protection Force (RPF) of Northeast Frontier Railway, in coordination with the Government Railway Police (GRP) and the Border Security Force (BSF), conducted the arrests at key railway stations. In the first operation on Thursday, four individuals, including a woman, were detained at Dharmanagar railway station during a routine check of the Tripura Sundari Express. The detainees admitted to crossing the Sonamura border in Sepahijala district with the…

25 Nov

NESFB Reports Strong Growth Following Merger with slice

Business BureauBusiness

North East Small Finance Bank (NESFB) has announced significant improvements in its financial stability following the merger with slice on October 27, 2024. The integration of NESFB’s banking expertise with slice’s technological advancements has resulted in a robust Capital to Risk-weighted Assets Ratio (CRAR) of 23.5% and a surge in net worth to Rs 920 crores. The bank's Net Non-Performing Assets (NNPA) have improved to 4.6%, indicating enhanced asset quality and risk management practices. Managing Director & CEO of NESFB, Mr. Satish Kumar Kalra, expressed optimism about the merger, stating it has propelled NESFB into a new era of operational…

25 Nov

Top NFR railway officer drowns in Parshuram Kund

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshParshuram Kund

A senior railway officer from the North East Frontier Railway (NFR), Subhendu Kumar Choudhury, drowned in the Lohit River at Parshuram Kund on Sunday, November 24, while taking a holy plunge in the Lohit region of Arunachal Pradesh. The incidence was confirmed by Superintendent of Police Lohit. He stated, "Subhendu Kumar Choudhury, aged around 55 years, the Principal Chief Safety Officer of NF Railway, had gone to participate in a holy ritual at Parshuram Kund, where the river swept him away around 12:45 PM." The district police quickly launched rescue efforts, using every resource at their disposal. To help with…

25 Nov

The villagers of the Puroik-dominated village are still without electricity supply today

editorArunachal Pradesh

In the Kakoi circle in the Papum Pare district, the primarily Puroik-inhabited villages of Jabam Kabuang, Boginadi, Lali, and Bor-Hill are still without power. According to Waru Nakong Yumta, a young person from the village and the art and culture secretary of the All Puroik Students' Union, the solar panels that were sent to the villages in 2019 are no longer operational. Waru told this daily that about 9:10 p.m. on Saturday, an elephant demolished a traditional bamboo home. "We could have avoided this situation if there had been electricity," Waru clarified. If the wild elephants had noticed lights in…

23 Nov

Housing construction cost gain 39% in 4 years: Colliers

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New Delhi, Nov 23 (PTI) The average cost of construction of housing projects in big cities has risen 39 per cent to Rs 2,780 per sq ft in the last four years, while construction material and labour have become costlier, according to Colliers India. Data from real estate consultant Colliers India shows that the average construction cost for premium housing projects was Rs 2,000 per sq ft in October 2020. The construction cost rose to Rs 2,200 per sq ft in October 2021, Rs 2,300 per sq ft in October 2022, Rs 2,500 per sq ft in October 2023 and…

23 Nov

Toyota Kirloskar Motor celebrates 100,000 Innova HyCross sales milestone

Business BureauBusiness

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has reached a significant milestone with the sale of 100,000 wholesale units of the Innova HyCross, coinciding with the vehicle's second anniversary. The Innova HyCross, celebrated for its advanced technology and exceptional comfort, has quickly gained popularity among Indian consumers since its launch in November 2022. Equipped with a 5th Generation Self-Charging Strong Hybrid Electric System, the vehicle showcases Toyota's commitment to sustainable mobility. It operates 60% of the time in electric mode, delivering a powerful yet efficient driving experience. The versatile model offers various engine options, including a robust gasoline engine and advanced hybrid technology.…

23 Nov

Police in Nagaland alert the public about the dangers of WhatsApp hacking

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An advisory warning regarding the rise in WhatsApp hacking cases has been issued by Nagaland Police. Scammers compromise users' accounts by distributing harmful links or APK files through WhatsApp or other services. Sharing the WhatsApp verification code with scammers is an additional technique. To guard against hacking, the Nagaland Police have advised users to implement two-step verification on their WhatsApp accounts. By preventing accounts from being misused for financial aid or illegal activities, this provides an additional degree of security. It is recommended that users refrain from exchanging WhatsApp verification codes, clicking on links, and installing APK files from unidentified…

23 Nov

Arunachal hosts BRUTE 4.0 Marathon to highlight tourism potential in state

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshBRUTE 4.0

At the Gori Field in Basar, Arunachal Pradesh's Sports and Rural Development Minister and Basar MLA Jini formally kicked off the Basar Running Ultra-Trail Experience 2024 (BRUTE 4.0) today. The marathon's objectives are to raise awareness of Arunachal Pradesh's tourism potential and fight drug misuse. The competition, which has four divisions ranging from 5 km to 60 km, attracted more than 200 runners from within the state in addition to nine international competitors. This year marks the fourth iteration of the BRUTE event, which began in November 2021. In addition to runners, it has drawn interest from historians, cultural activists,…

23 Nov

ManipalCigna launches ‘Sarvah’: A comprehensive health insurance for Bharat’s missing middle

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ManipalCigna Health Insurance has launched ‘ManipalCignaSarvah,’ a health insurance plan designed to address the critical healthcare gaps in India, with a special focus on Bharat's "missing middle" population. The plan offers three tailored variants—Sarvah Pratham, SarvahUttam, and Sarvah Param—catering to diverse customer needs, from affordable essential coverage to comprehensive protection with infinite benefits. According to NITI Aayog’s report, over 35 crore Indians lack financial health protection, exposing them to catastrophic healthcare costs. ManipalCigna’sSarvah aims to fill this gap by providing unlimited coverage for critical illnesses, day-one benefits for pre-existing conditions, and innovative features like the Gullak bonus system, which guarantees…