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22 Dec

Head of Army Operational Training Fanil Sarvarov Targeted in High-Profile Attack

MohiniInternational

Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov, the head of the Russian General Staff’s army operational training directorate, was killed today in Moscow when an explosive device detonated under his car. The Russian Investigative Committee confirmed the death, which occurred in the southern district of the capital. This high-profile assassination comes at a time of heightened internal security concerns in Russia and follows a string of targeted attacks on military and government officials over the past year.

22 Dec

Mizoram Governor Interacts with IIT Madras, NIT Mizoram Students Under New India Mission Internship Programme

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Governor General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh, PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd), held an interaction today with students from IIT Madras and NIT Mizoram who are taking part in the New India Mission Internship Programme. The meeting took place at the Durbar Hall of the Raj Bhavan in Aizawl. A total of 32 students — 11 from IIT Madras and 21 from NIT Mizoram — attended the session. The internship programme is a pilot initiative aimed at encouraging young engineering students to apply technical knowledge to rural development challenges. The project runs from December 16, 2025 to January 10, 2026, and…

22 Dec

Flipkart’s festive logistics surge signals strong consumer demand from Bharat markets

Business BureauBusiness

Flipkart today announced major supply chain milestones from its 2025 festive season, reporting a 24% year-on-year growth in units and record logistics performance during The Big Billion Days (BBD). The company said more than 60% of festive orders came from Tier 2 and 3 regions, reinforcing Bharat’s rising role in India’s e-commerce economy. Flipkart created over 4 lakh seasonal job opportunities across 28 states to support festive demand, with 15% roles filled by first-time workers and a 20% increase in hiring from women, PwDs, and LGBTQIA+ communities. On peak days, the supply chain moved over 5,000 shipments per minute and…

22 Dec

BJP Registers Landslide Victory in Arunachal Pradesh Local Body Elections

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Arunachal Pradesh achieved a significant victory in the recent elections held on December 15, securing a majority of seats in the Zilla Parishads and Gram Panchayats. The party claimed 170 out of 245 Zilla Parishad seats, including 59 uncontested, thereby demonstrating its dominance in district-level local bodies. In the Itanagar Municipal Corporation (IMC) elections, the BJP won 14 of 20 wards. Conversely, the regional People’s Party of Arunachal (PPA) succeeded in the Pasighat Municipal Council (PMC), winning five out of eight wards. The final results from the State Election Commission indicated that the…

22 Dec

Tripura Sees Deployment of 1971 War-Era Army Battalion Amid Bangladesh Unrest: CM

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

In response to the ongoing uprising in neighboring Bangladesh, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has revealed that an Army unit that played a significant role in the 1971 Indo-Pak war has been deployed in the northeastern state of India. Saha emphasized the importance of monitoring the situation, stating, "I am sending reports on the ground reality in the wake of happenings in Bangladesh and its possible impact to Delhi," during an event organized by the BJP's legal cell on Sunday. The Indian Army battalion currently stationed in Tripura is notable for having trained the Mukti Bahini and participated directly in…

22 Dec

AM/NS India wins top innovation award at NECA 2025, boosts energy efficiency drive

Business BureauBusiness

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) has won the prestigious Best Innovator Award at the National Energy Conservation Awards (NECA) 2025 for its efforts in improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions in steelmaking. The award was presented by President Droupadi Murmu and Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar at a ceremony held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. The recognition was given for the Steel Making Plant-2 (SMP-2) project at the company’s Hazira plant in Gujarat. According to the company, the project achieved a 10 per cent reduction in furnace electrical energy use by improving control systems in its…

22 Dec

Sunrise trains 100+ Agartala street vendors in food safety ahead of Petuk Somabesh 2025

Business BureauBusiness

ITC’s Sunrise Swasthya Pradesh, under CSR initiative Umang, on Saturday organised a Food Safety Training and Certification (FoSTaC) programme for over 100 street food vendors in Agartala. The initiative aims to strengthen grassroots sanitation practices and promote safe, compliant food-handling among vendors in the city. The training was conducted ahead of Tripura’s popular food and cultural festival, Petuk Somabesh 2025. The one-day session was attended by Agartala Mayor Shri Dipak Majumder and Bishalagarh MLA Shri Sushanta Deb as chief guests, along with other dignitaries. The programme focused on educating vendors who will set up stalls at the festival, ensuring the…

22 Dec

Mizoram Plans to Privatise Seven Small Hydel Plants; Opposition Raises Objections

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government plans to privatise or outsource seven small hydel power projects due to high maintenance costs, as announced by Chief Minister Lalduhoma during the inauguration of a solar power plant. This move faces opposition from the Congress party, which argues that it undermines the state's interests, as many hydel projects are revenue-generating. Currently, Mizoram hosts 14 hydroelectric projects totaling over 100 MW, with future plans to develop additional projects, including a 24 MW project on the Tuirini river and a 132 MW project on the Tuivai river, aimed at enhancing energy self-sufficiency. The state aims for six new…

20 Dec

Desi foods can improve the health of your liver

Banasree SarkarHealth

Traditional Indian desi foods like bitter gourd, turmeric, garlic, and amla are rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents, and essential nutrients that support liver function, flush out toxins, and regenerate liver cells. These foods also enhance bile production, reduce fat accumulation, and fight oxidative stress. When combined with a balanced lifestyle, desi foods can act as natural tonics for optimal liver health. Amla, rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants, aids in liver detoxification and regeneration. Consuming raw amla, juice, or candy regularly promotes detoxification. Turmeric, with its active compound curcumin, reduces inflammation and fat accumulation. Garlic, rich in sulphur compounds and…

20 Dec

IndiGo urged by Govt to expedite compensation for hundreds affected by cancellations

Banasree SarkarNational

IndiGo Airlines was instructed by the Central Government to promptly provide compensation to passengers impacted by major aircraft delays and cancellations earlier this month. The carrier was also instructed to make sure that no qualified passenger was left out of relief measures. Amid growing complaints from stranded travelers and delayed refunds, Aviation Secretary Samir Sinha issued the decision during a high-level review meeting. According to officials, IndiGo has been ordered to finish the compensation process on schedule and to remain transparent at all times. As part of the relief package, IndiGo will start providing ₹10,000 travel vouchers starting on December…