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20 Dec

Festive Spirit at Lok Bhavan as Mizoram Governor Hosts Christmas Carol Services

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

On Friday evening, Mizoram Governor General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh and First Lady Bharti Singh hosted the Aizawl West-I Area Masihi Sangati of the Mizoram Presbyterian Church at Lok Bhavan for a Christmas Carol Service. General Singh regarded Christmas as a universally cherished festival that promotes compassion, empathy, and selflessness, aligning with the Mizo principle of Tlawmngaihna. He emphasized the importance of the occasion for opening hearts, extending blessings to others, and fostering happiness, while expressing hopes for peace and unity during the Christmas season. Rev. Lalhunthara delivered a message during the service, which featured a selection of Christmas carols…

20 Dec

Mizoram CM Chairs State-Level Police Conference

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram State Level Police Conference, chaired by Chief Minister Lalduhoma, was held to review outcomes from the recent National Level DGP/IGP Conference, where 107 recommendations were made for modernizing Indian policing. The Chief Minister noted several recommendations are being implemented in Mizoram and discussed the necessity of Central Government support for further actions. He commended the Mizoram Police for reducing drug abuse and noted successful measures against arecanut trafficking, resulting in record local prices, while announcing new funding of Rs. 3.18 crore for police modernization. Moreover, he highlighted the establishment of a Directorate of Prosecution under the BNSS Act,…

19 Dec

Cognizant launches AI-powered Cyber Defense Centre in Bengaluru

Business BureauBusiness

Global IT services firm Cognizant has launched its Next-Generation Cyber Defense Center (CDC) in Bengaluru, strengthening its global cybersecurity operations amid growing digital threats to enterprises. The new facility is Cognizant’s largest Cyber Defense Center and forms a key part of its worldwide CDC network. It has been set up to deliver advanced, AI-powered cybersecurity managed services, engineering support and transformation services to clients across industries and regions. According to the company, the Bengaluru centre will provide round-the-clock monitoring and rapid response to cyber threats. It includes an integrated threat research lab and is supported by strategic partnerships with leading…

19 Dec

Nissan prepares for India resurgence with seven-seater GRAVITE launch in 2026

Business BureauBusiness

Nissan Motor India announced that its upcoming seven-seater B-MPV will be called GRAVITE and is scheduled for launch in early 2026. The MPV will be produced at the Renault-Nissan facility in Chennai and marks the first major rollout under Nissan’s refreshed model pipeline aimed at regaining ground in the Indian passenger market. According to the company, the GRAVITE draws inspiration from the concept of gravity, symbolising balance, stability and appeal. Nissan said the vehicle has been engineered with modular seating, increased cabin flexibility and intuitive storage, responding to the needs of evolving Indian households. The company explained that family mobility…

19 Dec

Asansol businessman receives Eastern India’s first Made-in-India MyCLIP heart implant

Business BureauBusiness

An elderly resident of Asansol has become the first patient in Eastern India to receive the indigenously manufactured MyCLIP TEER device for treating severe mitral regurgitation. The procedure was performed at Manipal Hospital, EM Bypass, Kolkata on November 29. The 60-year-old patient, identified as Ramswaroop, a small business owner from Asansol, suffered from multiple cardiac complications, including heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and severely reduced pumping function. Doctors said open-heart surgery posed high risks, making the minimally invasive TEER procedure the only viable option. The MyCLIP device, previously available only internationally at about ₹30 lakh, is now manufactured in India under…

19 Dec

Lunglei to Host Mizoram State University as Govt Moves to Balance Regional Development

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government has decided to change the location of the proposed state university from Aizawl to Lunglei. This marks a major shift in the state's higher education plan. The decision aims to improve access to higher education in the southern part of the state, where students often travel long distances for advanced studies. The decision was taken at a high-level meeting in Aizawl. Chief Minister Lalduhoma chaired the meeting. Several ministers, legislators and senior officials attended it. According to officials, the government will bring a Bill in the next Assembly session to make the change official. The Bill will…

19 Dec

Adventure, Music and Culture: 10th Orange Festival Begins at Dambuk

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Orange Festival of Adventure and Music (OFAM) is celebrating its tenth edition in Dambuk, Arunachal Pradesh, starting on Thursday. This festival highlights adventure sports, music, and the vibrant local culture. Attendees can participate in various adventurous activities including rafting through rapid river currents, engaging in paintball matches, hiking picturesque trails, cycling through orange orchards, rock climbing, and taking hot air balloon rides that provide breathtaking views of the region. The event is set to feature performances from several renowned artists; the first night witnessed a strong attendance with a performance by acclaimed singer and composer Adnan Sami. Upcoming performances…

19 Dec

Box Office Shockwave: Dhurandhar Crosses a Landmark Rajinikanth Once Ruled

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Dhurandhar, a spy thriller directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, was released in theaters on December 5. By its 14th day, the film has performed exceptionally well, grossing approximately ₹480 crore in India and surpassing ₹700 crore globally. Notably, it has now eclipsed the highest-grossing film of Rajinikanth, further solidifying its commercial success. Producers of Dhurandhar, Jio Studios, reported that the film has achieved a net domestic collection of ₹479.50 crore within its first two weeks of release. The film garnered ₹218 crore in its initial week and then continued to exceed its first week's collections. The weekly…

19 Dec

Exim Routes IPO listing: Shares surge 31% over issue price

Purbalee DuttaBusiness

Exim Routes had a strong debut on the NSE SME platform on Friday, December 19. The stock opened at ₹110, marking a 25% gain over its issue price of ₹88. It further surged to ₹115.50, hitting its upper circuit limit, a 31% increase from the issue price. Despite this impressive listing, the debut fell short of market expectations, as the stock was anticipated to list at a 36% premium based on the latest grey market premium (GMP). Exim Routes is a global platform facilitating the exchange of recyclable paper products, offering services such as sourcing, procurement, quality assurance, and logistics…

19 Dec

Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Makes Closest Approach to Earth

MohiniScience & Tech

The closest approach of Comet 3I/ATLAS, the third interstellar object discovered passing through our solar system (following 'Oumuamua and 2I/Borisov). The comet is currently roughly 274 million kilometers away—nearly double the distance between Earth and the Sun. NASA’s Hubble and James Webb telescopes have been observing the visitor since its discovery in July, with scientists noting its unique chemical composition which differs significantly from comets originating in our own Oort Cloud.