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17 Nov

Arunachal powerlifters shine with landmark medal haul at Bengaluru Nationals

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

At the National Powerlifting Championship in Bangalore, which took place from November 14–16, Arunachal Pradesh had one of its best performances to date. The state team returned home with a dominant medal total across senior, junior, and sub-junior classes. Senior lifter Santana Manlai's gold in the –52 kg SBD category set the standard for the rest of the team, making her the team's highlight performance. Her early victory boosted morale and created momentum during the three-day event, according to team officials. The depth of Arunachal's youth lineup was crucial. With gold medals in SBD, Single Bench, and Single Deadlift, Pinge…

17 Nov

Global Report Highlights Urgent Need for AI Security and Adaptive Resilience

MohiniInternational

The latest global cybersecurity outlook report highlights that AI-driven threats are evolving faster than traditional enterprise defenses can adapt, forcing an urgent shift in strategy for 2025. The report stresses two critical areas for security investment: AI-Driven Defense and adopting Zero Trust Architectures. Criminal groups are now using machine learning to create AI-driven malware that mutates in real-time to bypass static security systems. In response, organizations are being urged to use AI to automate threat response and deploy AI security agents for greater efficiency. The second major trend is the widespread adoption of Zero Trust (ZT) architectures. With traditional perimeter-based…

17 Nov

Global Infrastructure Investment Shifts Heavily to Decarbonization

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A major global investment outlook report for 2025 confirms a significant shift in infrastructure capital towards decarbonization and digitalization assets. Investors are increasingly prioritizing themes like energy transition, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production, and Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) projects. While classic infrastructure categories like toll roads and airports remain stable, the highest growth expectations are for hybrid infrastructure and assets supporting the data center boom, fueled by the demand for AI computing power. This means massive investment is expected in new power provision, energy storage, and fiber networks. The report notes that investors are moving beyond a traditional…

17 Nov

For 2025–2026, Tripura adopts a new power rate that offers low-income and remote clients substantial relief

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura Electricity Regulatory Commission (TERC) has unveiled the power tariff for 2025–26 with a clear focus on reducing financial pressure on consumers living in remote areas and supporting services critical to rural development. The revised tariff, which comes into effect on November 1, introduces a 10 per cent rebate for hospitals, home-stays, women’s self-help group–run businesses and mobile towers operating in these difficult-to-reach zones. TERC officials said the rebate aims to strengthen connectivity, improve essential public services and boost grassroots economic activity in regions where access to electricity remains a key challenge. They emphasised that the new structure was…

17 Nov

With a sumptuous celebration and high levels of public participation, the Leitlangpui Music Festival 2025 concludes in Lunglei

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The three-day Leitlangpui Music Festival (LMF) 2025 wrapped up on a vibrant note on Saturday at Kawmzawl, Pukpui, drawing large crowds and showcasing some of the finest musical talent from Mizoram and beyond. Held from November 13 to 15, the festival concluded with an energetic closing programme that celebrated Mizo music, culture and community spirit. Tourism Minister Pu Lalnghinglova Hmar, speaking at the final night, praised the successful organisation of the event and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening tourism through cultural festivals. He said music and culture form the heart of Mizo identity and stressed the importance of community…

17 Nov

Bajaj General Insurance uncovers Rs 25-crore motor accident fraud, safeguard policyholders

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Bajaj General Insurance Limited (formerly known as Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Company Limited), one of India’s leading private general insurers, has successfully uncovered an INR 25 crore motor accident insurance fraud based on a fabricated third-party compensation claim. The fraud was orchestrated through a false FIR and misleading documentation submitted to the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT), Bhuj. The case originated from an FIR registered at Sanand Police Station under the Indian Penal Code and the Motor Vehicles Act. The complaint was filed by the alleged driver, who claimed that he was driving a Mahindra Xylo when a dog suddenly…

15 Nov

Managing Type 1 Diabetes in Children: Challenges and Pathways

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Dr. Parjeet Kaur, Associate Director, Endocrinology & Diabetes, Medanta – The Medicity Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, previously known as juvenile diabetes, is a chronic autoimmune condition in which the pancreas loses its ability to produce insulin — a vital hormone responsible for regulating blood glucose levels in the body. As per the latest estimates, Type 1 Diabetes affects more than 95 lakh people globally, with 9.4 lakh people in India alone. The number of cases is increasing rapidly, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, due to improved diagnosis and rising incidence rates. A report published in the Journal of the…

15 Nov

De De Pyaar De 2: Madhavan Becomes the Unexpected Heart of the Sequel

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De De Pyaar De, released in 2019, is a notable Bollywood film that explores the romantic relationship between a much-older man, Ashish Mehra (Ajay Devgn), and a younger woman, Ayesha (Rakul Preet Singh). The film stands out for its willingness to portray a May-December romance, featuring a 50-plus protagonist with a 26-year-old love interest, as they meet in London and embark on a life together. The sequel, set six years after the original, introduces Ayesha's parents, Rajji Khurana (R Madhavan) and Mrs K (Gautami Kapoor), who navigate a journey from denial to acceptance in two-and-a-half hours. In a blend of…

15 Nov

Navi Mumbai Airport To Begin Commercial Flights

Purbalee Duttabreaking news

Mumbai’s second airport, the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), inaugurated earlier by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is gearing up for commercial operations. Akasa Air has become one of the first carriers to announce flights from the new airport, with its inaugural service scheduled for December 25, 2025. In a post on X, Akasa Air said its first flight from Delhi will land at NMIA on Christmas Day, marking a significant milestone for the airline. It will initially offer services from Navi Mumbai to Ahmedabad, Delhi, Goa, and Kochi. The airline stated that flights to Goa will also begin on December…

15 Nov

European Union Proposes Ban on Carbon-Intensive Imports

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The European Union has proposed a pioneering Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) that would impose a levy on goods imported from countries with less stringent climate policies. The aim is to prevent 'carbon leakage,' where EU companies move production overseas to avoid domestic environmental regulations, and to ensure that imported products meet the same environmental cost as locally produced ones. The mechanism will initially target specific high-emission sectors, including steel, cement, aluminum, fertilizers, and electricity generation. EU officials argue this policy will encourage global trade partners to accelerate their own decarbonization efforts. The proposal has stirred significant debate internationally. While…