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08 Nov

Truck driver and assistant jailed for 12 years in Tripura drug bust

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

A truck driver and his assistant from Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have been sentenced to 12 years in prison by a Tripura court for smuggling banned cough syrup. Additional District and Sessions Judge Debasish Kar in Sepahijala district handed down the verdict on Thursday, also imposing a fine of ₹1 lakh each on the defendants. The sentencing follows a police operation conducted on June 4 of the previous year. Acting on a tip-off, police intercepted the truck, registered in Uttar Pradesh, at the Bishalgarh bypass in Sepahijala. The vehicle, en route from Agartala, was found to contain a large stockpile of…

08 Nov

Deloitte India launches first edition of Enterprise Growth Awards 2024

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Deloitte India has announced the launch of the inaugural Enterprise Growth Awards (EGA) 2024, aimed at recognizing the achievements of exceptional family-owned businesses, unicorns, and soonicorns across North, South, East, and West India. Now open for participation, the awards will celebrate companies demonstrating outstanding leadership, innovation, and growth, as well as significant contributions to local community development. The evaluation process will focus on key factors such as financial performance, innovation, and social impact. To be eligible, family businesses must have a sales turnover between INR 1,000 crore and INR 5,000 crore, with over 26% promoter ownership. Start-ups with a valuation…

08 Nov

Meghalaya Bars 2 Footballers Banned By Mizoram State Association On Match-Fixing Charges

editorMizoram

Two football players from Mizoram, Flavius Lalruakima and C Vanlalhriata, who are presently participating in the Shillong Premier League with the city-based Nongkiew Irat FC, were suspended by the Meghalaya Football Association. Officials claim they were involved in match-fixing activities in their native state, which led to the decision. According to officials, Lalruakima and Vanlalhriata were two of 25 players who are now banned from the Mizoram Football Association for engaging in unlawful activities inside the sport. Due to their unlawful football-related activities, the Mizoram FA banned three officials, three clubs, and twenty-five players from all football-related activities for a…

08 Nov

The 2026 T20 World Cup will be moved from Eden suddenly in a bid to increase attendance at the stadium

editorWorld

The retention list for the IPL has been unveiled, and the date for the mega auction has been set. While IPL 2025 is still a while away, the anticipation is already building. However, there is an increasing worry among supporters of the Kolkata Knight Riders. A report from PTI indicates that KKR might host their home games in the upcoming season at a different venue instead of Eden Gardens. But if not Eden, which ground will the Knights use? There are rumors that a new stadium is under construction in Narsinghgarh, Agartala. This stadium could potentially serve as the Knights'…

08 Nov

The bridge near the India-China border is closed for maintenance

editorArunachal Pradesh

The district government has closed the only bridge across the Shiyom River that connects Manigong to the rest of the state at BB Camp in Shi-Yomi district for renovation. The decision was made because the safety of the bridge was in danger due to the loosening of a high tension nut bolt that connected the suspender and the bridge girder. Traffic has been fully stopped as the Border Roads Organization begins the maintenance. Unaware of the directive, passengers on both sides of the bridge were forced to abandon their cars. The commuters went on to say that the bridge had…

07 Nov

VOL 6, ISSUE 40 – The Mileage

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07 Nov

‘Endangered’ orchid species discovered in Arunachal

editorArunachal Pradesh, Environment, Latest, North EastArunachal Pradesh, Endangered

A team of researchers from the Botanical Survey of India (BSI), led by Krishna Chowlu, has recently identified a new species of orchid in the Lohit district of Arunachal Pradesh. The leafless orchid, named Gastrodia lohitensis after the district where it was discovered, is a significant addition to India’s rich biodiversity. Uncommon among orchids, this species survives without sunlight by relying on fungi in the leaf litter for nutrition. It is found exclusively in bamboo canopies near Tezu, the district headquarters, and stands out from other orchids in Southeast Asia due to its unique ridged lower lip and linear calli.…

06 Nov

Maruti Suzuki India Limited All-New Dzire sets to revolutionise the sedan segment

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Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) has officially commenced pre-bookings for the much-anticipated fourth-generation Dzire, promising to redefine the compact sedan segment. The All-New Dzire, which has consistently been India’s best-selling compact sedan, boasts a modern design, innovative features, and an exceptional value proposition. Mr. Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer of Marketing & Sales at Maruti Suzuki, emphasized the vehicle's legacy since 2008, noting, “The Dzire's extraordinary journey has made it India's favorite sedan, trusted by over 27 lakh customers. With the All-New Dzire, we offer not only the best in its segment but also an experience that transcends conventional expectations.”…

06 Nov

Field Day on Oyster Mushroom Cultivation organized by Minjo Basar

editorArunachal Pradesh

As part of the Front Line Demonstration, West Siang KVK hosted a field day on "oyster mushroom cultivation" on Tuesday to highlight the accomplishments of oyster mushroom cultivation by Gori-II village's working farmer, Minjo Basar. Prof. Lobsang Wangsu, head of the ICAR regional center research complex in Basar, stressed the importance of oyster mushroom farming for aspiring entrepreneurs during the seminar. ArSRLM block coordinator Kartoh Gara encouraged SHGs and PLFs to spread oyster mushroom cultivation for livelihood and socioeconomic development, while Horticulture Development Officer Li Khandu pushed farmers to embrace the effective technology that KVK had proven in farmers' fields.…

06 Nov

Tripura Finance Minister announces ₹78 crore for TTAADC development projects

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy announced on November 6 that a substantial grant of Rs 78 crore from the 15th Finance Commission will bolster development initiatives within the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC). This funding, released by the Central government, aims to accelerate infrastructure and welfare projects across tribal regions in the state. Speaking to India Today NE, Singha Roy highlighted that the state government has also allocated an additional Rs 30 crore to the TTAADC outside the state budget to support ongoing development work. “We have multiple demands, especially for the TTAADC, to ensure projects are…