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28 May

UK Government Prepared to Block Sunil Bharti Mittal From Raising BT Group Stake

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The British government is reportedly prepared to block Indian billionaire Sunil Bharti Mittal from increasing his stake in BT Group. According to a report by the Financial Times, which cited sources familiar with the matter, the UK government intends to oppose any such move by Bharti Enterprises to protect and maintain sovereign control over the nation’s "critical national infrastructure." This development follows reports last week that Bharti Enterprises was exploring options to raise its stake in the British telecom giant. The proposed increase would have brought its holdings to just below the mandatory threshold required to trigger a full takeover…

28 May

Taneira launches Inaya saree collection targeting modern celebration wear market

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Taneira has launched ‘Inaya’, a contemporary saree collection designed for women seeking elegant yet effortless fashion for celebrations, weddings and festive gatherings. Starting at Rs 3,499, the collection reflects changing consumer preferences as more women look for versatile occasion wear that combines comfort, individuality and modern styling. Crafted largely from lightweight and flowy fabrics, the collection draws inspiration from nature and celestial movement, featuring abstract floral impressions, geometric influences and shades inspired by dawn, twilight and blooming landscapes. The collection has been positioned as accessible premium wear for intimate celebrations and milestone moments. Speaking on the launch, Somprabh Kumar Singh…

28 May

Mizoram Govt Observes ‘No Official Vehicle Day’ as Fuel Conservation Measure

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Mizoram observed 'No Official Vehicle Day' on Wednesday in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to conserve fuel among other austerity measures. In accordance with a government notification issued recently, the initiative kicked off with government employees commuting to their respective offices using public transportation, relying on city buses, line buses, and Mizoram State Transport (MST) buses. To facilitate a smooth commute for government staff, special transport schedules were arranged for the day. The fuel conservation drive comes as a direct response to the ongoing conflicts in West Asia, which have severely impacted the import and supply of fuel.…

28 May

ILP Administration to Get Dedicated Department in Arunachal Pradesh

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Following demands for stronger Inner Line Permit (ILP) regulations for protection of the rights of the indigenous tribal people, the Arunachal Pradesh government will create a dedicated ILP Department. "In principle, Arunachal Pradesh will now move towards creating a separate dedicated ILP Department, a major step towards strengthening the ILP system and protection of indigenous rights," said Chief Minister Pema Khandu after a Consultative Meeting on Indigenous Tribal Rights, ILP and APST matters on Wednesday. Student leaders, legal experts, representatives of political parties, CBOs and civil society organizations attended the meeting. The meeting also decided that seven-member delegations from Arunachal…

28 May

MoA Signed for 1750 MW Demwe Lower Hydroelectric Project in Arunachal

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The government of Arunachal Pradesh on Wednesday signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) with Greenko Demwe Power Limited for the implementation of the 1750 MW Demwe Lower Hydroelectric Project in Lohit district. Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein described it as a landmark moment for Arunachal Pradesh’s hydropower journey. "Today, the GoAP signed the MoA with Greenko Demwe Power Limited for the implementation of the 1750 MW Demwe Lower Hydroelectric Project in Lohit district," he said. This is among the largest hydropower projects being developed in partnership with a private developer in the state and marks a major step towards harnessing Arunachal…

28 May

Tripura Tea Auction Centre Nears Completion, Operations Expected Next Month

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The Tripura Tea Auction Centre is likely to be made operational within a month, Tripura Tea Development Corporation (TTDC) chairman Samir Ranjan Ghosh said. Chief Minister Manik Saha had laid the foundation stone for the state's first tea auction center at Gurkhabasti in West Tripura district in March 2024. At present, the country has seven tea auction centers. "We have set a target to operationalise the first tea auction center at Gurkhabasti within a month," Ghosh said. He said that efforts to set up a tea auction centre in the state has been continuing for a long time and now…

27 May

Gauhati University Clarifies FYIMP and Affiliated College Fee Structure Amid Concerns

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Gauhati University has issued a detailed clarification regarding concerns over fee structures linked to its Five-Year Integrated Master’s Programme (FYIMP) and the revised fees for affiliated colleges under the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP), stating that several reports circulated in sections of the media are “misleading” and not based on facts. The university stated that the Five-Year Integrated Master’s Programme was introduced in May 2023 as part of the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The programme was formally launched in the presence of the Assam Chief Minister and Education Minister and was designed to provide students with a…

27 May

VOL 8, ISSUE 17 – The Mileage

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27 May

AIA Engineering Surges on Strong Q4 Growth and Massive 800% Dividend Announcement

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Shares of AIA Engineering witnessed a massive surge today, spurting 9% in Wednesday’s intra-day trade to hit a fresh 52-week high of ₹4,496.30 on the BSE. The stock comfortably surpassed its previous 52-week high of ₹4,200 set earlier this February, outperforming the benchmark BSE Sensex, which traded flat. This sharp rally was fueled by a stellar Q4 FY26 performance and the announcement of a massive 800% dividend, triggering heavy trading volumes with nearly one million shares changing hands across the BSE and NSE. The company's operational performance for the January to March 2026 quarter showed robust growth across all key…

27 May

Indriya launches ‘Madhuragini’ bridal collection inspired by Mithila heritage and Madhubani art

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Indriya, Aditya Birla Jewellery has unveiled its latest bridal collection ‘Madhuragini’, a 22kt gold jewellery line inspired by the rich artistic traditions of Mithila and the sacred wedding story of Lord Ram and Sita depicted through Madhubani art. The collection aims to blend heritage storytelling with contemporary bridal fashion, targeting consumers seeking culturally rooted yet modern jewellery designs. The collection features necklace sets, earrings, rings, maang tikkas, naths and mangalsutra dolnas across multiple price ranges. Its centrepiece is divided into two signature layers — the Samyukta Haar and the Sita Haar. The Samyukta Haar showcases motifs such as Dulha-Dulhan, Mor,…