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29 Aug

Indian snacks maker Bikaji says it is ‘not for sale’ amid investor interest in Indian snacks market

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Indian snacks maker Bikaji Foods is "not for sale" and is instead aiming to capitalize on the growing appetite for gourmet brands in the world's most populous country, a top executive told Reuters.The Indian salty snacks sector has grown rapidly in recent years as consumers increasingly splurge on packaged foods.“Bikaji is not for sale. No matter what price anyone offers, there are few things that are not for sale,” Chief Operating Officer Manoj Verma had said that earlier this month, without disclosing whether the company had received buyout offers.His comments came after India's Tata Group and a consortium including Blackstone…

29 Aug

LG Electronics launches Life’s Good Scholarship Program to support higher education

Business BureauBusiness

LG Electronics India has announced its flagship CSR initiative, the Life’s Good Scholarship Program, aimed at providing financial support to students across 200 colleges in India. The program, launched at LG’s Corporate Office in Noida, underscores the company's commitment to enhancing educational opportunities, with a special focus on promoting girl child education. The Life’s Good Scholarship Program is designed for students in any academic year of higher education who meet the eligibility criteria of achieving at least 60% in their previous class. The scholarships will be distributed based on need and merit, with 25% reserved for students from modest backgrounds…

29 Aug

Mizoram police seize 4 lakh Methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 5 crore

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram police have made a significant drug seizure, arresting two individuals and confiscating 4 lakh tablets of Methamphetamine valued at over Rs 5 crore. According to an official statement released on Wednesday, the operation was conducted by the CID (Special Branch) on Tuesday based on specific intelligence. The team intercepted a goods carrier truck near Kulikawn East Presbyterian Church, leading to the discovery of the substantial haul. The seized Methamphetamine, totaling 39.257 kg (4 lakh tablets), was hidden inside 17 electric air coolers. The contraband was transported from Zokhawthar in Champhai district, located near the Myanmar border, the statement detailed.…

29 Aug

Vi extends prepaid validity, offers relief for flood-hit Tripura residents

Business BureauBusiness

In response to the devastating floods in Tripura, telecom operator Vi has announced measures to support affected residents by extending the validity of prepaid services and providing additional talk time and data. This initiative is aimed at ensuring that customers remain connected during this critical time. Vi is offering a 5-day extension of prepaid validity for selected customers in the flood-affected areas. Additionally, to further enhance connectivity, the company is providing 1GB of extra data and free outgoing minutes at no additional cost. These relief measures are effective immediately and target customers in the hardest-hit regions. Vi's network teams are…

29 Aug

Tripura police and BSF capture eight in cross-border crime bust

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Police, the Government Railway Police (GRP), and the Border Security Force (BSF) have apprehended eight individuals involved in illegal cross-border activities. The operation led to the arrest of five Indian touts and three Bangladeshi nationals for their roles in facilitating unauthorized border crossings. According to Officer-in-Charge of the GRP, Tapas Das, the arrests were made late last night in the Narayanpur area near MBB Airport. The three Indian touts—Suklal Sarkar, Pradip Sarkar, and Biswajit Acharya—were apprehended after being on the run for some time. Das confirmed that these individuals were implicated in a human trafficking case, assisting Bangladeshi nationals…

29 Aug

Arunachal Pradesh unveils Digi Kaksha smart classroom in Nikja Village

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

In Arunachal Pradesh, a state-of-the-art Digi Kaksha classroom has been inaugurated at the Government Secondary School in Nikja village, near the Indo-China border. This initiative, spearheaded by IAS Deputy Commissioner Vishakha Yadav, aims to revolutionize learning in the remote Kurung Kumey district.The inauguration was conducted by local MLA Pani Taram of the 21st Koloriang Assembly constituency. The Digi Kaksha, or digital learning pavilion, introduces a smart classroom equipped with advanced educational technology, marking a significant step towards enhancing the quality of education in this underserved region. Vishakha Yadav, an engineer-turned-IAS officer who achieved AIR-6 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination,…

29 Aug

Maharashtra’s touch on Ganesh Chaturthi this time in Siliguri

Banasree SarkarSiliguri

Ganesh Puja is just a few days later. At one time, there were only a handful of Ganesha pujas in the city of Siliguri. But now Ganapati Bappa is worshiped there in grandeur. But this year, the biggest Ganesha idol of North Bengal is being made in Siliguri. A giant Ganesha idol is being made on the model of Maharashtra. Siliguri Pradhan Nagar Ganesh Puja Committee is celebrating its fourth anniversary this year. This club of Siliguri is making a 30-foot statue. The artists here are making this Ganesha idol. Along with this, there is also a surprise in the…

29 Aug

Tripura CM announces Rs 4,000 aid for flood-affected construction workers

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

To support those affected by the recent devastating floods, Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha has declared a one-time financial aid of Rs 4,000 for construction workers who have been unable to earn due to the natural disaster. The announcement, made via Facebook, outlines that this aid is intended to alleviate the financial burden endured by workers whose livelihoods have been disrupted since the floods began on August 19. The severe flooding has impacted Tripura for approximately eight days, creating substantial economic hardships. Dr. Saha emphasized the plight of the construction workers, acknowledging their struggle amid the widespread devastation.…

28 Aug

LTIMindTree shares jump 8%; Kotak raises stock price target amid Nifty exclusion

Business CorrespondentBusiness, News

Kotak expects LTIMindTree to post revenue growth of 6.5 per cent in FY2025, which could improve from 4.4 per cent in FY2026 to 11 per cent in FY2024 due to improvement in the two largest verticals – BFSI and hi-tech .LTIMindtree, which is one of the stocks to be dropped from the Nifty 50 in the September restructure, saw its shares rise 8 per cent in Wednesday trade after Kotak Institutional Equities upgraded its rating to 'ADD' from 'Reduce' earlier. ' and upgraded its target price. Rs 6,200 from Rs 5,500 earlier, it said, adding that IT major would be…

28 Aug

MLA Nabam Vivek donates school van after bridge collapse

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

In response to the partial collapse of the Suspension Bridge between Midpu and Lekha, MLA Nabam Vivek of the 14th Doimukh Constituency has taken decisive action to support students affected by the disruption. The MLA, representing the People's Party of Arunachal (PPA), has donated a dedicated school van to ensure that students in the Papum Pare district can continue their education without interruption. The bridge collapse had significantly impacted students' ability to attend school, prompting MLA Vivek to address the logistical challenges. By providing safe and reliable transportation, he aims to alleviate the difficulties faced by students and ensure their…