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17 Dec

Bank of Baroda Partners with Hornbill Festival 2025 to Boost Financial Inclusion in Nagaland

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Bank of Baroda has partnered with the Government of Nagaland for the Hornbill Festival 2025, reinforcing its commitment to expanding financial inclusion and supporting regional development in the Northeast. The festival, held from December 1 to 10 at Kisama Heritage Village, saw the participation of the Bank’s MD & CEO Dr. Debadatta Chand and Executive Director Ms. Beena Vaheed, who were felicitated as special guests. A dedicated engagement stall was inaugurated by Tourism Minister Temjen Imna Along in the presence of senior government and Bank officials. The stall showcased digital banking services, product information and interactive sessions with artisans, entrepreneurs,…

17 Dec

Mizoram Households Set to Receive Piped Natural Gas by 2027

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Piped natural gas will soon be available to households in Mizoram, with the Tripura–Mizoram gas pipeline project expected to be completed by 2027. Currently, over 20% of the 119.5-kilometre pipeline has been installed, showing significant progress that will enhance energy access throughout the state, especially in its capital, Aizawl. A recent meeting between a delegation from Indradhanush Gas Grid Limited (IGGL), the project's implementing company, and Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma highlighted the current status and the challenges faced, including issues concerning terrain, logistics, and coordination. The pipeline will start at the Panisagar Receiving Terminal in Tripura and will traverse several…

16 Dec

No Leaks, No Buzz, All Love: The Wedding Karan Johar Still Calls Unbelievable

PreetiEntertainment

Eight years prior, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma and cricketer Virat Kohli transformed the Indian wedding scene with an unprecedented level of secrecy. They married in Italy in December 2017, maintaining complete discretion with no leaks or media attention, which led to a surprising announcement for fans and the entertainment industry. This event marks a significant turning point in the nature of Indian weddings. Celebrity wedding planner Devika Narain emphasized the remarkable confidentiality surrounding the wedding ceremony, highlighting the careful planning involved in its execution. In an interview for a wedding wear brand, filmmaker Karan Johar described the event as a…

16 Dec

Tripura Government and Patanjali Sign Agreement to Work Together in Several Sectors

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura government has established a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Patanjali Yogpeeth (Trust), based in Haridwar, to foster collaboration and investment across diverse sectors in the state. Key areas of focus include biodiversity conservation, bamboo and agar-based value chains, AYUSH and wellness initiatives, skill development, tribal welfare, agri-tech, tourism, information technology, and the enhancement of rural livelihoods. Tripura's Chief Minister Manik Saha emphasized the potential of this partnership to unlock new opportunities, aiming to boost the state's economy and promote sustainable development. This MoU includes non-binding provisions, providing a framework for structured collaboration and project development in the future.…

16 Dec

India to Host Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine

MohiniNational

India is set to host the Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine in New Delhi from December 17–19, 2025. Jointly organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Ministry of AYUSH, the summit's theme is "Restoring Balance for People and Planet: The Science and Practice of Well-Being." A key outcome will be the launch of the Traditional Medicine Global Library (TMGL), the world's largest digital repository on traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine, alongside the new WHO Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034.

16 Dec

Leadership Update: Ravi Ranjan appointed Managing Director of State Bank of India (SBI)

Banasree SarkarBusiness

According to a regulatory filing by the nation's biggest public sector lender, Ravi Ranjan has been appointed as Managing Director of State Bank of India (SBI) by the Finance Ministry's Department of Financial Services (DFS), effective December 15. Previously, Ravi Ranjan was the Deputy Managing Director of SBI. He will continue to serve until his superannuation on September 30, 2028, or until further orders, whichever comes first, according to the announcement made in compliance with the State Bank of India Act, 1955. Before assuming the role of Managing Director, Ravi Ranjan oversaw SBI's Global Markets for almost a year as…

16 Dec

Reversing Cirrhosis: New Hope for Chronic Liver Disease Patients

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Dr. Pavan Kumar M N, Sr. Consultant Surgical Gastroenterologist Minimal Access and HPB Surgery & Robotic Surgeon, Hyderabad says,It has long been believed that cirrhosis, a chronic liver condition marked by liver tissue scarring, is permanent. Recent studies, however, show that the liver can regenerate and cure itself under specific circumstances, providing individuals with this severe condition with new hope. The final stage of increasing liver damage is cirrhosis, which is frequently brought on by autoimmune diseases, fatty liver disease, heavy alcohol use, and hepatitis B and C. Scar tissue from repeated injuries impairs liver function and may result in potentially…

16 Dec

Galaxy Z TriFold brings big-screen mobile experience closer to Kolkata users

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Samsung’s latest foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, has begun drawing strong attention from technology enthusiasts, with interest rising in major markets including Kolkata as the device goes on sale globally. The Galaxy Z TriFold marks a major step in foldable smartphone design, offering a 10-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display when unfolded twice. The large screen supports multitasking by allowing users to run up to three portrait-sized apps simultaneously, making it suitable for professionals and content creators. Samsung has equipped the device with a 6.5-inch outer display, ensuring smooth visuals even when folded. Features such as Vision Booster adjust colour…

16 Dec

Tripura Police Seize Rs 1.5 Crore Worth of Drugs, Arrest Six in Ambassa Anti-Narcotics Crackdown

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Police have intensified their fight against drug trafficking, seizing narcotics valued at around Rs 1.5 crore and arresting six persons during a series of operations in Dhalai district’s Ambassa subdivision over the last 24 hours. Police officials said the action was taken following specific intelligence inputs about the movement of drugs through the area. Acting on this information, Ambassa Police carried out two separate operations late Monday night, leading to the recovery of a large quantity of illegal substances. In the first operation, a police team intercepted a white Maruti WagonR at Upanagar naka on National Highway-08. A thorough…

15 Dec

Cognizant opens new AI Lab and Experience Studio to accelerate enterprise transformation

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Cognizant has announced the launch of its India Artificial Intelligence Lab and a new Cognizant Moment™ Studio in Bengaluru, strengthening its global research footprint and advancing its $1-billion generative AI investment plan. The company said the facilities will support enterprises across India—including major business hubs like Kolkata—seeking to adopt multi-agent AI systems and human-centered digital experiences. The AI Lab extends Cognizant’s San Francisco centre, which recently secured its 61st U.S. patent. The new hub will focus on agentic AI architectures, responsible AI, decisioning systems and AI-for-good initiatives. CEO Ravi Kumar S said the company aims to act as an “AI…