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12 Nov

Tripura Governor Nallu appoints Saktimoy Chakraborti as Advocate General

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Governor Indrasena Reddy Nallu has appointed Saktimoy Chakraborti, a Senior Advocate at the Tripura High Court, as the new Advocate General of the state. Chakraborti steps into the role following the recent resignation of his predecessor, Advocate General Siddharta Shankar Dey. The official appointment, issued by S. Bhattacharya, Secretary of the Law Department, was made under the authority granted by Clause (1) of Article 165 of the Indian Constitution. "The Governor of Tripura is pleased to appoint Shri Saktimoy Chakraborti, Ld. Senior Advocate, as Advocate General for the State of Tripura with immediate effect and until further orders," the…

12 Nov

MSU President Samuel Zoramthanpuia granted bail in COVID-19 fund scandal

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Aizawl District Court granted bail on Monday to Mizo Students’ Union (MSU) President Samuel Zoramthanpuia in a case involving alleged mismanagement of COVID-19 relief funds. However, bail was denied in a separate case involving allegations of kidnapping and extortion, with the court citing the severity of these charges. Zoramthanpuia was initially detained last Friday by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on charges of cheating and misappropriating funds from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, specifically under Sections 420 and 403 of the Indian Penal Code. Following this, Aizawl Police took him into custody for his alleged role in the kidnapping and…

12 Nov

Arunachal Pradesh deputy CM Chowna Mein expresses concern about the youth drug abuse crisis

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshChowna Mein

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein has voiced concern about the state's high rate of drug misuse. Participating in Sunday's Adi Youth Fest 2024 at Pasighat, which was hosted by the Adi Ba:ne Kebang Youth Wing with the theme "Say No To Drugs," Mein emphasized the negative impact that drug usage has on communities and reaffirmed the government's resolve to address the issues. According to a news release released here on Monday, he called for strict measures against drug dealers in order to eliminate the increasing drug problem from society. The deputy chief minister praised Women Against Social Evils…

12 Nov

Eaglenest Butterfly Festival held

editorArunachal Pradesh

Here in the West Kameng area, the inaugural three-day Eaglenest Butterfly Festival came to an end on Monday. The first Eaglenest Butterfly Festival 2024 began in Doimara, Arunachal Pradesh's West Kameng district, and will last for more than three days. It is a celebration of nature's colorful beauties. With assistance from the state's Department of Tourism and the Department of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Nature's Friendship Rupa and Mahila Shakti Kendra of Balipara organized the event. The festival's goal was to draw attention to how important butterflies are to the ecosystem. Both specialists and enthusiasts took part in intensive…

11 Nov

Tata Motors shares jump 3% as brokerage firms remain bullish despite a slowdown in the second quarter

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

India's largest electric vehicle manufacturer Tata Motors has made a strong debut in the stock markets. The company's shares rose 3 percent to Rs 829. Although the company's shares remained weak in the second quarter, it was completely below experts' estimates. The company's net profit fell 11 percent to Rs 3,343 crore compared to the same quarter last year. This was due to weak performance in the Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) unit and the commercial vehicle segment. Apart from this, Tata Motors made a cautious comment. The statement said, "We are cautious about domestic demand in the near future." However,…

11 Nov

Bandhan Life Insurance highlights the benefits of pure-term plans for financial security

Business BureauBusiness

In today’s uncertain world, ensuring the financial security of your family is more important than ever. Pure-term life insurance plans offer a simple and affordable way to achieve this, focusing on providing maximum life coverage at minimal premiums. Akhil Almeida, Head of Marketing at Bandhan Life Insurance, emphasizes, “A pure-term plan is a must for every household, especially in today’s uncertain world. It ensures your loved ones are financially secure if anything happens to you.” A key advantage of pure-term insurance is its flexibility. Policyholders can choose terms ranging from 10 to 30 years, tailored to their needs. Additionally, Bandhan…

11 Nov

Delhi’s new Arunachal Sadan will make state tourists more comfortable

editorArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh government plans to open a modern facility in Dwarka, New Delhi, aimed at meeting the needs of state officials, patients, and students. The 1,750-square-meter Arunachal Sadan features 41 luxurious rooms, a conference room, medical room, and gourmet kitchen. It features basement parking, CCTV, fire detection, car elevators, and diesel generators for safety and convenience. Conveniently located near Dwarka ISKCON Temple. Resident Commissioner Amjad Tak highlighted the establishment of the Arunachal Sadan in New Delhi as a significant step towards enhancing support for Arunachal Pradesh residents. The facility will serve as a third option for accommodations, alongside the existing…

11 Nov

A delegation from Arunachal Pradesh participates in the 67th CPA conference

Banasree SarkarArunachal PradeshCPA conference

Speaker Tesam Pongte will lead a delegation from Arunachal Pradesh to the 67th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Conference in Sydney. With the subject "Engage, Empower, Sustain: Charting the Course for Resilient Democracy," the gathering, which will bring together more than 700 lawmakers from throughout the Commonwealth, will take place from November 3 to November 8, 2024. The Arunachal delegation is composed of Chau Zingnu Namchoom, HMLA, Kardo Nyigyor, Deputy Speaker, and Minister Dasanglu Pul, who is a female delegate. Tadar Meena, the secretary of the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly, is assisting and directing them. Margaret Beazley AC KC, the governor…

11 Nov

Tripura implements petrol rationing due to supply disruption

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Tripura's food and civil supplies minister, Sushanta Chowdhury, has announced a temporary petrol restriction due to a freight engine derailment on the North East Frontier Railway's Lumding-Badarpur section. In a social media livestream, the Minister stated, "The Food and Civil Supplies Department will begin rationing petroleum products from 10 November 2024 to manage the current shortage." Two-wheelers would only be allowed to use gas up to Rs 200, three-wheelers up to Rs 400, and four-wheelers up to Rs 1,000, according to the rationing guidelines. These limitations do not apply to emergency services, and local sub-divisional magistrates have the authority to…

11 Nov

Congress leaders urge Government to address airfare crisis in Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Congress leaders condemned rising airfares and reduced flight services on November 10, calling for immediate government intervention to ease financial strain on travelers. The party’s focus was on the Agartala-Kolkata route, where fares have surged from Rs 3,500-6,500 to a staggering Rs 13,000-15,000 for the short 327-kilometre journey. Accusing the BJP-led government of neglecting passenger welfare, the Pradesh Congress Committee’s statement read, “PM Modi’s promise to make Tripura a ‘HIRA’ state remains unfulfilled, as air travel has become unaffordable for middle-class families.” Flight connectivity has dwindled, with Indigo discontinuing two flights in October, while Air India suspended two in…