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19 Nov

HCG collaborates with Trucan Diagnostics to revolutionize cancer care with advanced diagnostics

Business BureauBusiness

HealthCare Global Enterprises Limited (HCG), a leader in cancer care, has partnered with Trucan Diagnostics Pvt Ltd, an innovative startup specializing in cancer diagnostics, to pioneer next-generation diagnostic tests aimed at improving cancer detection and treatment personalization. The collaboration will focus on validating advanced biomarker-driven tests developed by Trucan, which utilize next-generation sequencing to detect primary, recurrent, and metastatic cancers. These tests are designed to predict therapy response before treatment and monitor patient progress during chemotherapy or targeted therapy. The data generated will support integration of these diagnostics into routine clinical practices, enhancing precision oncology capabilities. Dr. B.S. Ajaikumar, Executive…

19 Nov

New sports introduced at Khelo Tripura Para Games for Divyangjan athletes

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura is set to host the State-Level Khelo Tripura Para Games in the second week of December at Swami Vivekananda Maidan, with approximately 40 Divyangjan contestants expected to participate. The event will showcase 14 different sports disciplines, including shot put, 50m run, ring throw, long jump, chess, carrom, kabaddi, blind cricket, musical ball, and chair games. A preparatory meeting was held on Monday, presided over by the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Tinku Roy. The meeting saw the participation of several key figures, including the Secretary of Youth Affairs and Sports, PK Chakraborty, Secretary of the Tripura Sports Council,…

19 Nov

Mizoram Sinlung Hills Council begins new term

editorMizoram

The Deputy Commissioner's office in Aizawl hosted the oath of affirmation ceremony for the elected Sinlung Hills Council members. According to the requirements of the Sinlung Council Act 2018, the ceremony signaled the start of a new administration term.NIn compliance with Section 13(1) of the Sinlung Council Act Er. Lalhriatpuia, the Deputy Commissioner for Aizawl, gave the oath. All elected members were sworn in by the Pro-tem Chairman in accordance with Section of the Act. The Chairman, R. Lalfakzuala of the 10-Tinghmun constituency, was chosen without opposition. The following people were chosen to serve on the Sinlung Hills Council: Chief…

19 Nov

Indian Army commemorates Kepang La Day

editorArunachal Pradesh

To honor the heroes who gave their lives in the 1962 Indo-China War, the Indian Army's Spear Corps celebrated Kepang La Day here in the Upper Siang area on Sunday. The day was also commemorated to honor the tenacious tale of the villagers who kept their ground and aided the Indian Army throughout the conflict. In a sincere homage to martyrs, a service was performed at the venerated Kepang La Chorten, followed by a wreath-laying ceremony and Guard of Honor. The ancient Gelling Monastery, which represents the holy connection between the troops and the locals, also hosted prayers. The villagers,…

18 Nov

Crompton Greaves shares gain 7% on the back of a stellar second quarter performance

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Shares of Crompton Greaves Consumer Electrical rose 7 per cent after the company reported a rise in its consolidated net profit and revenue for the quarter ended September. At 1.40 pm, Crompton Greaves shares were trading 4 per cent higher at Rs 385. The stock has gained 23 per cent on a year-to-date basis, outperforming the Nifty 50, which rose 8 per cent during the same time frame. The company reported a 27.8 per cent rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 124.9 crore, while revenue from operations rose 6.4 per cent to Rs 1,896 crore. Segment-wise, revenue from electric…

18 Nov

Alpenliebe Juzt Jelly introduces India’s first-ever heart-shaped dual-layer jelly

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Alpenliebe Juzt Jelly, the iconic brand from the house of Perfetti Van Melle, has introduced India’s first-ever heart-shaped, dual-layer jelly, crafted to deliver a unique sensory journey at an affordable price of INR 2. This innovative jelly features two distinct layers—a soft-foamy layer and a jelly layer, leading to a soft & chewy experience—creating a delightful combination that enhances the overall consumption experience. Alpenliebe Juzt Jelly continues to lead innovation in the jelly segment, delivering a delightful blend of fun, flavor, and texture in every bite for an elevated confectionery experience. This unique product stands out in the evolving jelly…

18 Nov

Cooktops are distributed by the Tripura government to schools and anganwadi centers

editorTripuraTripura

Tripura is the first state in the nation to use cooktops to create an energy-efficient cooking system. Tripura is the first state to begin implementing this cooking system, despite it being introduced nationally last year, according to Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath's remarks on Sunday. As part of the effort, Nath gave cooktops to the representatives of 100 primary schools and Anganwadi centers. He declared that cooktops will be gradually distributed to all 10,223 Anganwadi centers throughout the state, starting with 2,000. 2000 induction cooktops were distributed to Anganwadi centers as part of the National Efficient Cooking Programme, which was…

18 Nov

MZP calls for quota shift for Mizo students amid Manipur violence

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram's apex student body, Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP), has called on the Central government to ensure the safety and security of Mizo students in violence-hit Manipur. Expressing grave concern over the escalating tensions following the recent killing of 10 tribal individuals, the MZP urged the Centre to temporarily reallocate Mizoram’s quota seats in technical and medical institutions outside Manipur until peace is restored. The student body also appealed to the Lalduhoma-led Mizoram government to safeguard the Meitei community residing in the state and encouraged Manipuris to prioritize self-protection amid the ongoing crisis. In a strong statement, the MZP criticized both…

18 Nov

Tripura DySP fined ₹25,000 for assault, faces departmental action

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura Human Rights Commission (THRC) has ordered Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) Prasun Kanti Tripura to pay ₹25,000 as compensation for his involvement in an assault case on January 25, 2024. The Commission has also recommended that the Director General of Police (DGP) and Chief Secretary of Tripura initiate departmental proceedings against him for violating fundamental police ethics. The case was based on a complaint by Binoy Debnath, a resident of Agartala’s Abhoynagar, who alleged that his son, Dr. Kaushik Debnath, was brutally assaulted by Prasun Kanti Tripura, then SDPO of Amtali, along with his family members and others.…

18 Nov

Seijosa police have arrested the accused in the case of firearms and drug smuggling

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshSeijosa police

In a major development, Md Nurjamal Haque, also known as Rahul, a prominent drug distributor and the main suspect in a well-known guns case, was detained by Seijosa police, led by SP Pakke Kessang, Sri Tasi Darang. A police force under the command of SDPO Sri Sashi Dore, SI Sang Thinley, OC PS Sja, H/C Duyu Talley, HC (IRBN) Arman Tachang, and Constables Adam Namkang and Kalu Gyadi carried out a well-planned raid early on November 16, 2024. A rental home called "Kainat" in the Air Force Colony, Solonibari, in the Sonitpur district of Assam, was the target of the…