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30 Dec

At NSIC Hyderabad, Samsung Innovation Campus certifies 450 Youth in AI and Coding

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Samsung has certified 450 students in Artificial Intelligence and Coding & Programming under its Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) initiative at the NSIC Technical Service Centre in Hyderabad, reinforcing its commitment to developing India’s digital talent pipeline. The felicitation ceremony was attended by NSIC Hyderabad Centre Head Rajivnath, who stressed the importance of continuous investment in technology-led skilling to support India’s digital transformation. Of the total students certified, 100 completed advanced AI training, while 350 were trained in coding through structured, industry-relevant modules. Samsung Innovation Campus aims to skill 20,000 youth in India in 2025, in alignment with the Government’s Skill…

30 Dec

Sharp Correction Sees 24-Karat Gold Slide to ₹1,36,200 per 10 Grams in Single-Day Drop

MohiniEconomy

In a surprising turn for the commodities market, gold prices in India experienced a significant correction today, dropping by over ₹3,000 per 10 grams in a single session. After reaching record highs last week, 24-karat gold fell to ₹1,36,200, providing unexpected relief to retail buyers but causing a stir among investors. Analysts attribute the sharp decline to profit-booking by global institutional players and a slight easing of geopolitical tensions in certain sectors, leading to a temporary shift in "safe-haven" capital flows.

30 Dec

WWI—IIM Mumbai announces the formation of a prestigious Advisory Board for their MBA in Media & Entertainment

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Whistling Woods International (WWI) & Indian Institute of Management Mumbai (IIM Mumbai) have proudly announced the formation of a prestigious Advisory Board for their upcoming MBA in Media & Entertainment. Comprising distinguished industry leaders, the Advisory Board represents a wide spectrum of stalwarts from India’s M&E industry covering all areas from Cinema, Sports, TV, OTT, Animation, Games, Music, Events, Media & Communication. This powerhouse collective will guide the programme’s curriculum development, industry integration, and strategic direction—ensuring it stays at the cutting edge of industry trends and global best practices. Meghna Ghai Puri, President, Whistling Woods International, delightfully commented on the…

30 Dec

Without Community Support, Wildlife Cannot Thrive in D’Ering Sanctuary, Says DFO

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Biodiversity rich Daying Ering Memorial Wildlife Sanctuary (DEMWS) in Arunachal Pradesh has significant eco-tourism potential that could benefit local communities, contingent upon their support for wildlife protection efforts. Kempi Ete, Divisional Forest Officer, emphasized the importance of community involvement during an awareness program aimed at preventing wildlife crimes. The initiative, supported by Aaranyak and local Community Surveillance and Monitoring Teams (CSMT), encourages residents to promote the sanctuary through wildlife photography and social media. Ete highlighted the legal consequences of hunting and illegal fishing, referencing the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Local leaders advocated for ongoing community education to ensure sustained support…

30 Dec

JB Park: Samsung to unveil next phase of AI appliances, push boundaries of TVs at CES

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Samsung is preparing to unveil the next phase of its AI-powered home appliances and television technology at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. JB Park, President and CEO of Samsung Southwest Asia, said the company’s AI appliances are entering a new turning point, offering more personalised and meaningful daily experiences for users. He also confirmed that Samsung will push the boundaries of television technology at its ‘The First Look’ event on January 4, 2026. At CES, Samsung will present upgrades across its Bespoke AI lineup, including smarter fabric care, improved temperature control and easier cleaning features that work together through connected…

30 Dec

Assam Native CRPF Personnel Ranjit Singh Passes Away on Duty at Vairengte Camp

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan posted at the Vairengte camp in Mizoram passed away after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest while playing badminton with his colleagues. The incident has brought shock and grief to his family, friends, fellow personnel, and people in his home district in Assam. The deceased jawan has been identified as Ranjit Singh, a resident of Laothai Basti in the Udharbond area of Cachar district, Assam. He had been serving at the CRPF camp in Vairengte for quite some time and was known among his colleagues as a disciplined and sincere member of the force.…

30 Dec

After Dehradun Killing, NESO Demands Anti-Racism Law and Special Police Units for Northeast Students

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The North East Students’ Organisation (NESO) has written to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami seeking strong and urgent action in the case of the death of 24-year-old Tripura student Angel Chakma in Dehradun. The organisation has also demanded stricter legal protection for people from the northeastern states living and studying in different parts of the country. In its letter dated 30 December 2025, NESO said that it was deeply disturbed by the incident, which it described as a case of racial abuse and violence. The letter stated that Angel Chakma, a student from Tripura, was allegedly beaten and stabbed…

30 Dec

Why Regular Liver Monitoring Is Crucial and How India Can Eliminate Viral Hepatitis

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Dr. Neeraj Saraf, Senior Director, Hepatology, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C represent significant global health challenges, characterized by their insidious progression. These viral infections primarily target the liver, a vital organ responsible for numerous metabolic and detoxification processes. A defining characteristic of chronic viral hepatitis is its often asymptomatic nature in early stages, allowing the viruses to inflict progressive hepatic damage over years, or even decades. This chronic inflammation can culminate in severe liver pathologies, including cirrhosis, hepatic failure, and hepatocellular carcinoma. Consequently, diagnosis frequently occurs at advanced stages of liver disease, underscoring the urgent…

30 Dec

After Tripura Student’s Death, Petition Urges Legal Recognition of Racial Violence as Hate Crime

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court of India seeking that racial abuse and violence against people from the Northeastern states be recognised as a separate category of “hate crime”. The plea follows the death of 22-year-old Tripura student Anjel Chakma, who died in Dehradun after an alleged racial attack earlier this month. The petition has been moved by advocate Anoop Prakash Awasthi. It requests the court to direct the Union government and all states to set up special police units, nodal officers and awareness programmes, especially in educational institutions, to prevent racial discrimination. It also asks the…

30 Dec

Tripura’s Handloom Industry Is Backbone of State’s Cultural Heritage, Says Saha

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha held a review meeting regarding the Tripura Handloom and Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd and the Khadi and Village Industries Board at the Secretariat in Agartala. He underscored the significance of the handloom and handicraft industries, stating they are vital to the rural economy and encompass the state's rich heritage and culture. To promote these sectors, the state government is actively implementing various initiatives. The Chief Minister reviewed the corporation's performance and stressed the necessity for professionalism and transparency throughout every phase of the handloom and handicraft processes, from production and quality control to business development…