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14 Nov

Yamaha accelerates India growth with XSR155 launch, entry into EV segment and youth-focused FZ-RAVE

Business BureauBusiness

India Yamaha Motor (IYM) Pvt. Ltd. unveiled a major product expansion, launching the all-new XSR155, its first electric vehicles — AEROX-E and EC-06 — and the youth-focused FZ-RAVE, reinforcing its footprint in India’s premium motorcycle and emerging EV markets. The XSR155, priced at Rs. 1,49,990 (ex-showroom Delhi), combines modern retro design with advanced engineering, featuring a 155cc liquid-cooled VVA engine, dual-channel ABS, traction control, and two accessory packages — Scrambler and Café Racer. The AEROX-E high-performance EV and EC-06 interurban scooter mark Yamaha’s strategic push into sustainable mobility. The AEROX-E offers dual detachable batteries, a 106 km range, and smart…

14 Nov

Meal skipping is more harmful than you think

Banasree SarkarHealth

Frequent meal skipping can have a detrimental effect on your health by causing blood sugar problems, mood changes, exhaustion, and poor focus. This behavior may eventually impair digestion, interfere with metabolism, and raise the risk of long-term conditions including diabetes and heart problems. Addressing these problems is essential to preserving general wellbeing. Severe blood sugar swings brought on by missing meals, especially breakfast, might result in symptoms including weariness, shakiness, and dizziness. Type 2 diabetes risk may rise as a result. Frequent meal skipping slows down metabolism, which makes burning calories more difficult and may result in weight gain. Overeating…

14 Nov

Sanofi Consumer Healthcare India Q3 profit jumps 40%, driven by strong export growth

Business BureauBusiness

Sanofi Consumer Healthcare India Limited (BSE: 544250 | NSE: SANOFICONR) has reported robust financial results for the third quarter of FY2025, with revenue surging 46% year-on-year to ₹2,339 million and net profit rising 40% to ₹629 million. The growth was driven by a sharp rebound in exports and steady domestic sales. Export sales grew more than tenfold during the quarter owing to a low base, while domestic sales recorded a 20% increase. For the nine-month period, the company posted revenue of ₹6,274 million, up 13% year-on-year, with profit after tax increasing by 27%. Himanshu Bakshi, Managing Director, Sanofi Consumer Healthcare…

14 Nov

Digital ads account for 97% of violations in ASCI Half-Yearly report, betting and influencers under scrutiny

Business BureauBusiness

Digital media continues to dominate advertising violations in India, according to the Advertising Standards Council of India’s (ASCI) Half-Yearly Complaints Report (2025–26). Between April and September 2025, ASCI reviewed 6,841 complaints and investigated 6,117 ads, with 98% requiring modification. Offshore and illegal betting, personal care, healthcare, food, and education sectors accounted for nearly 90% of violations. Illegal betting led the list with 4,575 ads flagged, mostly discovered via ASCI’s proactive surveillance. Digital platforms accounted for 97% of violations, led by Meta (78.9%), websites (13.7%), Google (4.6%), and property portals (3%). Influencers remain major offenders, with 76% of India’s top digital…

14 Nov

Tripura says residents impacted by the violence in Shantirbazar would receive compensation

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

In a decisive move to support residents impacted by recent unrest, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha announced compensation packages for properties damaged during violence following a statewide bandh on October 23. The relief measures aim to help families and traders rebuild their homes and businesses. During his visit to Shantirbazar Market in Dhalai district on November 13, Saha assessed the extent of the damage and met with affected shop owners and residents. He declared immediate relief provisions: Rs 3 lakh for houses and shops that were completely destroyed, Rs 1.5 lakh for severely damaged properties, and Rs 15,000 for structures…

14 Nov

In Mizoram, Lunglei DC issues a warning against unlicensed physicians

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Deputy Commissioner of Lunglei District, Navneet Mann, has issued a stern public notice cautioning citizens against consulting unregistered doctors, following reports of illegal medical practice in the state. The move aims to safeguard public health and reinforce accountability within Mizoram’s healthcare system. The notice, issued on November 12, addresses concerns that several medical practitioners not registered with the Mizoram State Medical Council (MSMC) have been treating patients, violating established laws. According to an official MSMC notification (No. MSMC/Regn-2/2/2017/21 dated October 8, 2025), such practices breach the Mizoram Medical Council Act, 2010, and Section 34 of the National Medical Commission…

14 Nov

The Manipur training emphasizes the dangers of growing reliance on social media for news

Sonakshi SarkarManipur

A recent media workshop in Imphal on November 13 underscored growing concerns over the public’s increasing dependence on social media as a primary source of news. Experts and state officials emphasized the importance of media literacy and responsible consumption to counter misinformation and ensure citizens remain well-informed. The one-day “Vartalap” workshop, organised by the Press Information Bureau’s Regional Office, featured Ngangom Uttam, Director of Information and Public Relations, as the chief guest. Uttam pointed out that mainstream media operates under strict editorial standards, accountability, and transparency, unlike unregulated social media platforms where content can spread without verification. He cautioned that…

14 Nov

Arunachal assessment identifies critical gaps in rural service provision

Sonakshi SarkarArunachal Pradesh

A recent administrative review has highlighted critical gaps in rural service delivery across Arunachal Pradesh, underscoring the urgent need for improved coordination, infrastructure, and monitoring to ensure citizens receive essential government services efficiently. The Administrative Reform Commission (ARC), led by Chair Pramod Jain and Member Hento Karga, conducted a detailed assessment in East Siang district on November 13. During their visit, the panel met Deputy Commissioner Sonalika Jiwani, Superintendent of Police Pankaj Lamba, and senior officials to examine the functioning of frontline administration. The discussions revealed persistent challenges at subdivisional and circle levels, including manpower shortages, inadequate infrastructure, and weak…

14 Nov

Shefali Shah Commands the Screen in a Razor-Sharp Delhi Crime 3

editorEntertainment

Delhi Crime Season 3 maintains the taut and gripping quality of its predecessors, confirming the series' reputation for excellence. Kudos to Vartika Madam Sir and the team for continuing this tradition. Season 3, set three years after the previous installment, follows DCP Vartika Chaturvedi (Shefali Shah) and her team in Silchar, Assam, as they confront the formidable human trafficker Badi Didi (Huma Qureshi), whose operations span from Rohtak to Bangkok. Tanuj Chopra returns as director for a series of six well-paced episodes, each running between 45 minutes to an hour. The show tackles the grim themes of young girls in…

14 Nov

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2025 unveils ‘Fashion’s Next Move’, redefines India’s style economy

Business BureauBusiness

India’s most iconic fashion platform, Blenders Pride Fashion Tour, has returned in 2025 with a spectacular new edition, setting the stage for what’s next in Indian fashion. Titled “Fashion’s Next Move,” the tour celebrates the bold convergence of creativity, culture, and innovation, in collaboration with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI). The fashion journey kicks off in Gurugram with “The Futureverse of Fashion” by designers Falguni and Shane Peacock, featuring Shahid Kapoor and Tamannaah Bhatia, merging couture with technology in a stunning visual experience. It will then move to Jaipur with “High Octane Couture” by Abhishek Patni and Namrata…