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20 Jan

CM Highlights Kokborok’s Role in Preserving Tripura’s Heritage

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha highlighted the significance of the Kokborok language in preserving the state's cultural identity and indigenous heritage during a Kokborok Day program at Tripura Bhawan in New Delhi. He reaffirmed the government's dedication to protecting, preserving, and promoting the Kokborok language as part of a broader commitment to inclusive development, particularly concerning the cultural roots and linguistic traditions of the indigenous communities. Saha emphasized Tripura's rich diversity, noting the presence of 19 tribal communities and various sub-tribes, each contributing uniquely to the state's social, cultural, and linguistic tapestry. He remarked that the celebrations represented the state's…

19 Jan

Boost to Green Energy: Mizoram CM Lays Foundation for 24 MW Tuirini Hydro Project

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma laid the foundation stone for the 24 MW Tuirini Small Hydro Electricity Power Project in Aizawl district, costing Rs. 676.98 crore. The event was attended by Home Minister K Sapdanga and chaired by Power Minister F. Rodingliana. The project is externally funded by the New Development Bank, with 80% of the cost covered by a loan from the Central Government and 20% by the State Government. This follows the inauguration of the 10 MW Thenzawl Solar Power Plant and ongoing construction of a 5 MW plant at Sumsuih. The proposal was submitted to the State Government…

19 Jan

Classic Legends wins a new patent, consolidating its identity as a design-driven performance motorcycle manufacturer in India

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Classic Legends has been granted a new patent, further strengthening its position as a design-led performance motorcycle maker in India. The patent, which covers an adjustable visor and speedometer system, was first seen on the 2025 Yezdi Adventure. Granted under the Patents Act, 1970, the patent will remain valid for 20 years from March 21, 2023. The innovation allows riders to adjust the visor and speedometer based on their height and comfort, including during off-road riding. The company said the feature reflects its approach of linking design decisions closely with rider needs and performance engineering. Classic Legends, known for reviving…

19 Jan

Australian Open: First-round loss ends Venus Williams’ campaign

Banasree SarkarSports

At the John Cain Arena in Melbourne, seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams' remarkable comeback to the Australian Open ended in a first-round loss to Olga Danilovic of Serbia, 6-7, 6-3, 6-4. The Melbourne crowd enthusiastically cheered Williams on during her first-round match, making her the oldest player to compete in the Australian Open in the Open Era at 45. Against the 24-year-old Danilovic, the American displayed moments of her signature strength but was unable to maintain momentum over the course of three sets. Danilovic retaliated more consistently from the baseline in the second set after Williams won a close…

19 Jan

Bringing glory closer: Thums Up brings the Iconic ICC Trophy closer to cricket fans across India at major airports

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Thums Up, India’s homegrown cola brand, has launched a nationwide ICC Trophy Viewing Experience to bring the ICC T20 Men’s World Cup Trophy closer to cricket fans at major airports. The initiative, announced on January 15, 2026, is being rolled out in partnership with International Cricket Council, Delhi International Airport Limited and Adani Airports Holding Ltd.. The experience began at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on January 15, followed by Indira Gandhi International Airport on January 16 and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on January 17. The trophy is on display daily from 6 am to 8 pm. While Delhi…

19 Jan

IBM Sovereign Core: IBM introduces new software to address growing digital sovereignty imperative

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IBM (NYSE: IBM) has announced IBM Sovereign Core, the industry's first AI-ready sovereign-enabled software for enterprises, governments, and service providers to build, deploy, and manage AI-ready sovereign environments. Organizations around the world are facing a growing imperative to exercise control over their technology infrastructure. Driven by evolving regulatory requirements and the need for auditable governance, enterprises and governments are seeking self-managed environments where they maintain complete operational authority, particularly as they deploy AI workloads that amplify sovereignty concerns. Digital sovereignty goes beyond data residency. It encompasses who operates and controls the technology environment, how data is accessed and governed, where workloads execute,…

19 Jan

TTAADC Elections Near, Pradyot Debbarman Mounts Offensive Against BJP Leadership in Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

With the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections approaching, Tipra Motha founder and Member of District Council (MDC) Pradyot Kishore Debbarman has launched a strong political offensive against Chief Minister Manik Saha, asserting that Tipra Motha remains firmly rooted among the indigenous people and cannot be defeated in the upcoming polls. Addressing a public gathering on Sunday at the foundation stone laying ceremony of a community hall under the Takarjala–Jampuijala constituency, Debbarman said the political journey of Tipra Motha was different from that of other parties in the state. The community hall, once completed, will have a seating…

19 Jan

Manik Saha Initiates Tripura Bhavan Expansion Project in National Capital

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated the foundation stone for the Extension Project of Tripura Bhavan on Monday, located at Bir Tikendrajit Marg, New Delhi. This significant development aims to bolster the infrastructure available to Tripura residents in the national capital, with a construction budget estimated at Rs 2.95 crore for the addition of six rooms and two hall rooms. The Chief Minister emphasized that this project will enhance the facilities available for individuals from Tripura visiting New Delhi for various purposes, including medical care, education, cultural initiatives, and business opportunities. Saha shared this commitment to progressive infrastructure, stating the…

19 Jan

Mizoram Villages on Edge as Wolves Target Gayal Livestock

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Repeated wolf attacks are posing a significant threat to gayal rearing in remote villages of Mizoram's Serchhip district, with heavy losses impacting farming families and challenging cultural traditions. In the villages of Sailulak and Leng, close to the Myanmar border, packs of wolves have been attacking gayals, particularly targeting newborn and young calves, primarily at night. Gayal (Bo's frontalis), locally known as sial, are traditionally allowed to graze freely in forests, making them particularly vulnerable to predators. Since the practice began in 2017, the number of families rearing gayals has grown, but the frequency of wolf attacks has led to…

17 Jan

Bajaj General Insurance announces launch of ‘Fetal Flourish’, India’s first dedicated fetal health insurance rider

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Bajaj General Insurance Limited (formerly known as Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Company Limited) on January 14 announced the launch of Fetal Flourish, a pioneering fetal health insurance rider designed to support advanced in-utero medical interventions and high-risk pregnancies, at an affordable premium of ₹1,025. Unveiled in Pune, the rider is offered along with the company’s flagship health insurance products, My Health Care Plan and Health Guard. Fetal Flourish is applicable for women aged 18 to 45 years and carries a waiting period of nine months from policy inception. The rider provides coverage of up to ₹2 lakh per maternity event…