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15 Jan

Kokborok Script Debate Rekindled in Tripura as Elected Tribal Representatives Push for Roman Script

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The long-running debate over the script to be used for Kokborok, also known as Kau Bru, has once again come into sharp focus in Tripura, following a renewed push by Tipra leaders and elected tribal representatives. This time, the demand has been made formally and with a clear warning that continued delay could have lasting effects on future generations. A memorandum submitted to Chief Minister Manik Saha calls for the immediate recognition of the Roman script as the official script for Kokborok. The memorandum has been signed by elected members of the Tripura Legislative Assembly and the Tripura Tribal Areas…

15 Jan

On Makar Sankranti, Arunachal Governor participates in kite festival

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

According to an official statement, Arunachal Pradesh Governor KT Parnaik took part in a vibrant kite-flying celebration held in Itanagar in honor of Makar Sankranti. Senior state government officials attended the festival, which was organized by the Governor's Secretariat, contributing to its joyous and welcoming mood. During Makar Sankranti, kite flying is a custom that is deeply symbolic and culturally significant in many parts of the nation. The sight of colorful kites soaring in the skies, according to officials, represents freedom, increasing aspirations, and the shared hope for prosperity, harmony, and happiness. On the occasion, the governor greeted the state's…

15 Jan

High Levies Cloud 5G Investments, Telecom Sector Seeks Budget Intervention

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The telecom industry is lobbying the finance ministry for significant reductions in licence fees and a temporary suspension of compulsory contributions to the Digital Bharat Nidhi in the forthcoming Union Budget. They assert that the existing regulatory fees are hindering their ability to invest in next-generation networks. According to industry recommendations submitted in advance of the Budget, there is a request to reduce the licence fee from the current rate of 3% of adjusted gross revenue (AGR) to a range between 0.5% and 1%. Additionally, it is proposed that the 5% AGR contribution to the Digital Bharat Nidhi be temporarily…

15 Jan

Samsung announces the certification of 1,750 students in Uttar Pradesh under its flagship SIC programme

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Samsung, India's largest consumer electronics brand, on the occasion of National Youth Day, has announced the certification of 1,750 students in Uttar Pradesh under its flagship Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme, marking a significant milestone in the company’s youth-skilling efforts in the state. The certification ceremony was held at the City Group of Institutions in Lucknow, in the presence of Smt. Rajni Tiwari, Hon’ble Minister of Higher Education, Government of Uttar Pradesh, along with academic leaders and programme partners. With this cohort, the total number of students trained under Samsung Innovation Campus in Uttar Pradesh has reached 3,900, making it one…

14 Jan

Financial Support Extended to Agribusiness Startups Under CHF R-ABI Project

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Centre for Himalayan Farmers Regional Agribusiness Incubation (CHF R-ABI), in partnership with Central Agricultural University (CAU) in Imphal, organized a Startups’ Meet in Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh. During this event, they allocated a significant grant of Rs 2.75 crore to support 25 agribusiness incubatees. The meet was led by Prof. Lobsang Wangchu and Dr. Anil Kumar, the PI-CEO of CHF R-ABI, with Arunachal Pradesh's Minister of Fisheries and Allied Sectors, Gabriel D. Wangsu, serving as the chief guest. Member of Parliament Tapir Gao was also in attendance as the guest of honour, alongside MLAs Ninnong Ering and Tapi Darang, and…

14 Jan

Veterans’ Day Observed in Tawang to Honour Armed Forces Personnel

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Armed Forces Veterans’ Day was commemorated in Tawang with a solemn event organized by the Tawang Brigade at the Tawang War Memorial. The ceremony honored the sacrifices of India's veterans, attended by local ex-servicemen and veer Naris, emphasizing the strong bond between the Indian Army and its veterans. The day began with a wreath-laying ceremony led by Brigadier Bhupal Singh and Tawang's seniormost veteran, Koncho Dorjee Lama, paying tribute to martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation. An interactive session allowed veterans to share inspiring experiences from their military careers. A NAMAN Registration Counter was set up to…

14 Jan

Makar Sankranti Celebrated in Arunachal as Devotees Throng Aakashi Ganga

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The sacred festival of Makar Sankranti was celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm at Aakashi Ganga in Likabali in Arunachal Pradesh’s Lower Siang district on Wednesday. A large number of devotees, including pilgrims from neighbouring Assam, assembled at the holy site to take part in the festival. Coordinated efforts of the Malini Vikash Parishad and the district administration, Lower Siang, ensured smooth arrangements and a peaceful atmosphere for all devotees at the festival. Notably, additional police personnel were deployed at the site to maintain law and order and regulate traffic movement, ensuring proper crowd control and uninterrupted traffic flow throughout…

14 Jan

Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Tripura Visit to Include Temple Prayers and Talks with BJP Leaders

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is scheduled to visit Tripura on January 15, where he will offer prayers at the revered Tripura Sundari Temple in Udaipur of Gomati district. The visit is part of a short official and religious tour, during which the Chief Minister will also hold meetings with senior leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state. According to sources, Himanta Biswa Sarma will arrive at Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport in Agartala at around 4 pm on January 15. From the airport, he will travel directly to Udaipur to visit the Tripura Sundari Temple, which…

14 Jan

Dysbiosis to Relief: Gut Bacteria’s Role in Conquering Inflammatory Bowel Disease

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Dr. Vijaykumar C Bada, Sr. Consultant Surgical Gastroenterology, HPB, Bariatric & Robotic Sciences. Clinical Director, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad, shares insights on Millions of people worldwide suffer from Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), which includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. IBD causes chronic inflammation, tiredness, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Dysbiosis, a microbial imbalance in the gut microbiome where dangerous bacteria outnumber helpful ones, is the fundamental cause of immunological overreactions and damage to the gut barrier. The gut is home to trillions of bacteria, viruses, and fungi that control immunity, preserve digestive health, and even affect mood through the gut-brain axis. Short-chain…

14 Jan

ASCI Academy launches e-learning course on ethical UI/UX amid crackdown on dark patterns

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ASCI Academy, the training arm of the Advertising Standards Council of India, has launched a new e-learning course aimed at promoting ethical user interface and user experience (UI/UX) practices in the digital space. Titled Ethical UI/UX Designs: Building Consumer Trust, the course has been developed in collaboration with Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL). The course has been introduced at a time when regulatory scrutiny of so-called dark patterns ; deceptive digital design practices is increasing both in India and globally. These practices, which can include hidden charges, forced actions and misleading prompts, have drawn attention from authorities as well as consumer…