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19 Nov

Groww share price zooms another 20% as rally extends

Purbalee DuttaLatest

Shares of Billionbrains Garage Ventures, the parent of stockbroking platform Groww, continued their strong momentum for the fourth consecutive session, jumping another 20% to ₹178.23 on Monday, November 17. With this surge, the company has become the most valuable listed broking firm in India. Over the past three trading days, the stock has delivered an impressive 59% return, pushing its market value beyond the ₹1 lakh crore mark in record time. The sharp rally reflects strong investor confidence in Groww’s potential within India’s rapidly growing retail investing ecosystem, despite valuations stretching well above sector averages. At Monday’s peak, the company’s…

19 Nov

Scientists Unveil ‘Transneuron’ Chip for Advanced Robotics

MohiniInternational

In a significant advancement in neuro-engineering and Artificial Intelligence (AI), an international research team, led by scientists at Loughborough University, has created a single artificial neuron—dubbed a 'transneuron'—that can mimic the activity of different regions of the human brain. This novel device can dynamically switch its function to simulate roles linked to vision, planning, and movement, processing information through electrical pulses much like a biological neuron. This ability to switch roles is considered a key step towards building truly human-like robotics and more energy-efficient AI systems. Unlike previous artificial neurons that were limited to a single function, the 'transneuron'…

19 Nov

An epidemic of dengue has been reported in the Lohit district of Arunachal

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

The Lohit district of Arunachal Pradesh has declared a dengue outbreak, urging the health officials to take fast action. District Medical Officer Dr. C. L. Manchay issued a circular on November 18 instructing health teams to perform source-reduction, misting, and fogging operations in Tamla Nagar and Tribal Colony on November 19 at 3.30 pm. In addition to distributing instructional materials in local languages throughout impacted areas, the administration has stepped up efforts to raise public knowledge of dengue prevention, symptoms, and treatment. There will also be community gatherings, a study on the use of long-lasting insecticidal nets, and a large-scale…

19 Nov

At the Global Expo in Dubai, Tripura demonstrates the effectiveness of organic farming and attracts a lot of attention from abroad

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura’s strides in organic agriculture received global recognition this week as the state presented its farming achievements at the Middle East Natural & Organic Products Expo (MENOPE) 2025 in Dubai. Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath led the delegation at the Dubai World Trade Centre, where organic producers, traders, and investors from across the world gathered to explore emerging markets and sustainable farming models. Showcasing a diverse range of organic produce, Tripura attracted considerable attention from international delegates, particularly for its GI-tagged Queen Pineapple, premium aromatic rice varieties such as Kalikhasa and Harinarayan, Bird’s Eye Chilli, Gandharaj Lemon,…

19 Nov

The governor of Mizoram advocates for a more robust, values-driven cooperative movement as he opens the Cooperative Conclave 2025

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Governor, General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh, PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd), inaugurated the Cooperative Conclave 2025 in Aizawl on Tuesday, reaffirming the crucial role of cooperatives in strengthening community livelihoods and building a resilient rural economy. Organised by the NABARD Mizoram Regional Office, the conclave was held at Hotel Regency’s Conference Hall under the theme “Cooperatives Build a Better World”, marking the International Year of Cooperatives 2025. In his address, the Governor praised the Mizo community’s long-standing tradition of collective effort and mutual support, stating that such values provide a strong foundation for a vibrant cooperative ecosystem. He highlighted India’s…

19 Nov

After battling kidney failure for years, Mizoram woman embraces motherhood twice naturally at Manipal Hospital EM Bypass

Business BureauBusiness

In a story that redefines resilience and medical triumph, 37-year-old Lallianpuii from Aizawl, Mizoram, has achieved the extraordinary, she conceived naturally twice, first in 2023 and again in 2025, after undergoing two kidney transplants. Both her high-risk pregnancies were meticulously managed and delivered under the expert care of Dr. Rohit Rungta, Senior Consultant, Nephrology, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, and Dr. Shilpita Banerjee, Consultant, Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, marking an exceptionally rare and inspiring feat in medical science. Lallianpuii was first diagnosed with chronic kidney disease over a decade ago and underwent her first kidney transplant in…

19 Nov

De De Pyaar De 2’ Struggles at Box Office: Day 5 Collection Crawls to ₹44 Crore

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De De Pyaar De 2, a romantic comedy sequel featuring Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan, and Rakul Preet Singh, has experienced varied box office performance since its release on Friday. Initially, the film showed promising results during its opening weekend but faced a significant decline of nearly 70% on its first Monday. However, by Day 5, it demonstrated a slight recovery with an estimated collection of Rs 5 crore, according to industry tracker Sacnilk. The film's total box office collection now stands at Rs 44 crore. On Tuesday, "De De Pyaar De 2" achieved an overall Hindi occupancy rate of 16.53…

19 Nov

Flipkart Zero Commission Model set to reshape online retail for products under Rs. 1,000

Business BureauBusiness

Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce giant, announced the launch of a Zero Commission Model for products priced below Rs. 1,000, aimed at empowering small and medium sellers while making online shopping more affordable for customers. The initiative will reduce sellers’ cost of doing business by up to 30%, combined with reduced return fees and Flipkart’s AI-driven logistics network for reliable national delivery. Shopsy, Flipkart’s hypervalue platform, will extend the zero commission model to all products across price points, further enhancing its value proposition for sellers targeting essential and value-led categories. The move seeks to remove entry barriers for regional and emerging…

18 Nov

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announced – India will host MCW in February 2026

Business BureauBusiness

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced -India will host the inaugural edition of Mumbai Climate Week (MCW) in February 2026. The event is organised by Project Mumbai in partnership with Government of Maharashtra’s Department of Environment and Climate Change and supported by Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. Mumbai Climate Week aims to become a major platform for climate action across the Global South, with India taking a leadership role. Speaking about MCW, Chief Minister Fadnavis said, "It’s high time we move from dialogue to action in the space of climate change. Mumbai Climate Week is a great initiative that not only celebrates…

18 Nov

Thousands Flock to Rozgar Mela 2.0 in Siliguri as 60+ Top Companies Offer 10,000+ Jobs

Business BureauBusiness

The opening day of Rozgar Mela 2.0 in Siliguri saw a massive turnout on Saturday as thousands of jobseekers queued up for more than 10,000 employment opportunities offered by over 60 leading companies from across India. Organised by the Darjeeling Welfare Society, the fair is drawing aspirants from North Bengal, the hill districts and neighbouring regions. Top recruiters participating in the fair include HDFC, Axis Bank, Bandhan Bank, Hero MotoCorp, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Electronics, Taj Group, ITC, Indigo Airlines and Apollo Hospitals, among several other employers offering PAN-India and regional placements. This year’s drive features a 100% in-person process,…