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13 Feb

Kotak Mahindra Bank announces ‘Sehat Ka Safar 4.0’ to expand preventive healthcare for India’s transport community

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Kotak Mahindra Bank (KMBL) has announced the launch of ‘Sehat Ka Safar 4.0,’ the fourth edition of its flagship CSR initiative focused on strengthening preventive healthcare access for truck drivers, transporters, and their families across India. The programme, which commenced on December 18, 2025, will run until March 31, 2026, with 45+ health and eye check-up camps planned across major transport corridors, targeting nearly 4,500 beneficiaries. This edition introduces key enhancements, including Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) card issuance, expanded laboratory testing, and the addition of chest X-ray facilities to strengthen diagnostic capabilities and enable early detection of health issues.…

13 Feb

In Tawang, Arunachal CM flags off 2nd Tawangchu Tides International Kayaking Championship

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

At the picturesque Tawangchu River, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu officially opened the second Tawangchu Tides International Kayaking Championship. This high-altitude competition, which attracted over 100 competitors from India and elsewhere, demonstrated Arunachal Pradesh's expanding prominence in adventure sports. During his speech, Khandu greeted the attendees and gave the Indian Kayaking & Canoeing Association (IKCA), Arunachal Olympic Association, and Arunachal Kayaking & Canoeing Association (AKCA) and their supporting partners credit for organizing the event. Bilquis Mir, the first Indian woman to serve on an Olympic kayaking and canoeing jury, received special attention for her attendance, which was seen as…

13 Feb

Mizoram Set for Piped Natural Gas Rollout by 2028

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Households in Mizoram will receive piped natural gas (PNG) by the first half of 2028, as part of the Centre’s energy expansion programme. The 119.5-km gas pipeline, laid by Indradhanush Gas Grid Limited (IGGL) under the Northeast Natural Gas Pipeline project, has reached 45% completion and is set to be finished by December 2027. This pipeline will connect Mizoram to the national gas grid, significantly enhancing the state's energy infrastructure. Initially, the capital city Aizawl and Mamit are expected to benefit from the new distribution network. Mizoram's Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister, B. Lalchhanzova, stated that the pipeline…

12 Feb

CM Flags Off Micro & Small Entrepreneurs Excellence Initiative in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Chief Minister Lalduhoma inaugurated the Micro and Small Entrepreneurs Excellence Project and the Mizoram Entrepreneurs Development Forum, aiming to strengthen MSME owners and support enterprise expansion. He praised Mizoram's skilled youth and their achievements in competitions, emphasizing the government's commitment to nurturing talent through initiatives like the Handholding Scheme. The project, backed by the CII CEL and the Volvo Group's CSR support, will help local MSME owners enhance their skills and create engagement opportunities with industry experts. The program will run for one year, selecting 70 participants for training.

12 Feb

Tata AIA launches Enhanced Value Index Funds combining equity growth with life protection

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India’s growing shift toward market-linked investments continues to gather momentum, with Tata AIA Life Insurance launching its Enhanced Value Index Fund and Enhanced Value Index Pension Fund, offering value-based exposure to 50 large-, mid-, and small-cap companies tracked through the BSE 500 Enhanced Value 50 Customised Index. The New Fund Offer (NFO) is open from February 9 to 16, 2026, with policies issued at a NAV of ₹10. The funds will allocate 70–100% to equities and up to 30% to cash and money market instruments, targeting long-term capital appreciation while integrating life insurance protection through unit-linked solutions. The pension variant,…

12 Feb

Q3 Revenue Shortfall Weighs on Divi’s; Street Split on Future Upside

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Shares of Divi’s Laboratories fell nearly 3% on February 12 after the company reported Q3FY26 earnings that missed revenue and profit expectations, despite better-than-expected operating margins. The stock touched an intraday low of ₹6,201.5 and was trading at ₹6,222.5, down 2.6% on the NSE.The pharma major posted a consolidated PAT of ₹583 crore, slightly lower than ₹589 crore a year ago, while total income rose 12% year-on-year to ₹2,692 crore. Ebitda grew 19.8% to ₹890 crore, with margins expanding to 34.2%. The company also reported an exceptional loss of ₹74 crore due to new labour codes.Brokerages remain divided. JM Financial…

12 Feb

Leopard Sighting Triggers Advisory in West Kameng; AIMSU Flags Tiger Threat in Lower Dibang Valley

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Following confirmed leopard sightings in Arunachal Pradesh's West Kameng district, the Bomdila Forest Division has issued a public advisory, encouraging residents to exercise caution, especially during vulnerable hours. Observations made by the Dirang Police on January 30 prompted this alert. Residents, particularly those in Dirang Basti, are advised to avoid solitary travel, prefer small groups, and be cautious in poorly lit areas, especially near bushes and isolated patches. Precautions include using bright flashlights at night and avoiding headphones. The advisory specifically warns children, the elderly, and vulnerable individuals against moving unsupervised near forest boundaries. Parents are asked to escort children…

11 Feb

South African Tourism expands India strategy, engages 220+ trade partners at Kolkata roadshow

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South African Tourism strengthened its India market engagement with the successful completion of the Kolkata leg of its Annual India Roadshow, following the initiative’s launch at OTM Mumbai. The roadshow, led by Mitalee Karmarkar, Marketing and Communications Manager (MEISEA), served as a strategic platform to enhance collaboration with Indian travel trade stakeholders and explore business opportunities across leisure, corporate, and MICE travel segments. The Kolkata event featured more than 40 exhibitors showcasing a wide spectrum of tourism products and attracted participation from over 220 travel trade partners. The multi-city roadshow will proceed to Delhi on February 12, continuing efforts to…

11 Feb

VOL 8, ISSUE 02 – the Mileage

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11 Feb

CM Reaffirms Commitment to Accelerating Development in Arunachal’s Frontier Areas

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

On Wednesday, Arunachal Chief Minister Pema Khandu inaugurated the Tsari Taksing Gajang Shedup Dargeyling Monastery in Taksing, noting its historic significance as a large public gathering in the region. He emphasized the government's commitment to developing frontier areas, highlighting over 40 initiatives during his visit to the Nacho Assembly constituency. Khandu praised past efforts that have led to significant infrastructure growth, particularly road connectivity established in 2019, which transformed access to the region. He discussed the impact of the nearly 1,800-km Trans-Arunachal Highway on travel times across the state and outlined plans for the Frontier Highway project, stressing the need…