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28 May

Assam CS Meets BSF ADG to Review Border Management Strategies

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Assam Chief Secretary, Ravi Kota on Thursday met Border Security Force (BSF) additional director general, Sumit Sharan and held substantive discussions on border management and the evolving security dynamics in the region. The meeting touched upon aspects such as the evolving political situation in neighboring countries and the complexities arising from varied border geographies. The interaction also covered strengthening border check-post infrastructure and the importance of sustained coordination between the state administration and border guarding forces towards ensuring security, stability and effective border governance in Assam and the Northeast.

28 May

Djokovic, 39 and Battle-Scarred, Shrugs Off Rust to Win French Open Opener in Four Sets

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Just two days ago, his age touched the mark of 39. His body has been plagued by one injury after another. For the past 8 months, instead of being on the court, he had to spend time in a rehabilitation center. Before the start of the French Open, he had played only a single warm-up match. Despite all of this, there hasn't been a shred of impact on Novak Djokovic's confidence in his game. Although stepping into a major tournament after a long hiatus is difficult, the Serbian star has full faith in himself. Keeping the goal of winning a…

28 May

Gold drops to 2-month low as US-Iran conflict supports oil and dollar

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Gold prices sank to their lowest level in almost two months on Thursday as a renewed flare-up in hostilities between the United States and Iran boosted global oil prices and the US dollar, weighing on demand for the precious metal. Investor fears over prolonged geopolitical tensions and increasing inflation pressure from surging crude oil prices caused spot gold to tumble in overseas markets.The dollar's rise to a near one-week high on a flare-up in the Middle East made gold more expensive for holders of other currencies and less attractive, analysts said. Higher oil prices also raised fears of a longer…

28 May

HPCL and Tata Motors Join Forces to Build Scalable Circular Model for Used Automotive Lubricants

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Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) and Tata Motors have entered into a strategic partnership to develop a scalable circular economy model for the responsible collection and recycling of used automotive lubricants in India. The two companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to pilot a structured system aimed at strengthening sustainable waste management and supporting India’s evolving Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework. The initiative will focus on establishing an organised and traceable mechanism for collection, storage, transportation and recycling of used lubricants, classified as hazardous waste. The recycled oil will be converted into high-quality re-refined base oil, improving resource efficiency…

28 May

UK Government Prepared to Block Sunil Bharti Mittal From Raising BT Group Stake

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The British government is reportedly prepared to block Indian billionaire Sunil Bharti Mittal from increasing his stake in BT Group. According to a report by the Financial Times, which cited sources familiar with the matter, the UK government intends to oppose any such move by Bharti Enterprises to protect and maintain sovereign control over the nation’s "critical national infrastructure." This development follows reports last week that Bharti Enterprises was exploring options to raise its stake in the British telecom giant. The proposed increase would have brought its holdings to just below the mandatory threshold required to trigger a full takeover…

28 May

Taneira launches Inaya saree collection targeting modern celebration wear market

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Taneira has launched ‘Inaya’, a contemporary saree collection designed for women seeking elegant yet effortless fashion for celebrations, weddings and festive gatherings. Starting at Rs 3,499, the collection reflects changing consumer preferences as more women look for versatile occasion wear that combines comfort, individuality and modern styling. Crafted largely from lightweight and flowy fabrics, the collection draws inspiration from nature and celestial movement, featuring abstract floral impressions, geometric influences and shades inspired by dawn, twilight and blooming landscapes. The collection has been positioned as accessible premium wear for intimate celebrations and milestone moments. Speaking on the launch, Somprabh Kumar Singh…

28 May

Mizoram Govt Observes ‘No Official Vehicle Day’ as Fuel Conservation Measure

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Mizoram observed 'No Official Vehicle Day' on Wednesday in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to conserve fuel among other austerity measures. In accordance with a government notification issued recently, the initiative kicked off with government employees commuting to their respective offices using public transportation, relying on city buses, line buses, and Mizoram State Transport (MST) buses. To facilitate a smooth commute for government staff, special transport schedules were arranged for the day. The fuel conservation drive comes as a direct response to the ongoing conflicts in West Asia, which have severely impacted the import and supply of fuel.…

28 May

ILP Administration to Get Dedicated Department in Arunachal Pradesh

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Following demands for stronger Inner Line Permit (ILP) regulations for protection of the rights of the indigenous tribal people, the Arunachal Pradesh government will create a dedicated ILP Department. "In principle, Arunachal Pradesh will now move towards creating a separate dedicated ILP Department, a major step towards strengthening the ILP system and protection of indigenous rights," said Chief Minister Pema Khandu after a Consultative Meeting on Indigenous Tribal Rights, ILP and APST matters on Wednesday. Student leaders, legal experts, representatives of political parties, CBOs and civil society organizations attended the meeting. The meeting also decided that seven-member delegations from Arunachal…

28 May

MoA Signed for 1750 MW Demwe Lower Hydroelectric Project in Arunachal

riyaArunachal Pradesh

The government of Arunachal Pradesh on Wednesday signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) with Greenko Demwe Power Limited for the implementation of the 1750 MW Demwe Lower Hydroelectric Project in Lohit district. Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein described it as a landmark moment for Arunachal Pradesh’s hydropower journey. "Today, the GoAP signed the MoA with Greenko Demwe Power Limited for the implementation of the 1750 MW Demwe Lower Hydroelectric Project in Lohit district," he said. This is among the largest hydropower projects being developed in partnership with a private developer in the state and marks a major step towards harnessing Arunachal…

28 May

Tripura Tea Auction Centre Nears Completion, Operations Expected Next Month

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The Tripura Tea Auction Centre is likely to be made operational within a month, Tripura Tea Development Corporation (TTDC) chairman Samir Ranjan Ghosh said. Chief Minister Manik Saha had laid the foundation stone for the state's first tea auction center at Gurkhabasti in West Tripura district in March 2024. At present, the country has seven tea auction centers. "We have set a target to operationalise the first tea auction center at Gurkhabasti within a month," Ghosh said. He said that efforts to set up a tea auction centre in the state has been continuing for a long time and now…