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10 Apr

24 Central Armed Police Forces Deployed For TTAADC Polls In Tripura

ParomitaTripura

Twenty-four companies of Central Armed Police Forces will be deployed for smooth and peaceful conduct of the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) polls.Speaking to mediapersons in Agartala, Director General of Police, Anurag said out of the 24 companies four companies of CAPF have already reached the state and remaining twenty would arrive shortly.The central forces include 12 companies of the BSF, 10 of Sashtra Seema Bal, and two of the CRPF.Polling for the all crucial Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council Polls will be held on April 12 while counting will be taken up on April 17.The TTAADC…

10 Apr

RBI maintains policy status quo; Kotak Mahindra Bank highlights data-driven outlook

Business BureauBusiness

The Reserve Bank of India has kept its key policy rates and stance unchanged, in line with expectations, as it continues to assess evolving macroeconomic conditions. Commenting on the development, Upasna Bhardwaj, Chief Economist at Kotak Mahindra Bank, stated that recent regulatory measures aimed at restricting offshore speculative activity, along with the de-escalation of geopolitical tensions, have provided some relief to the Indian rupee. She noted that the current environment offers the RBI an opportunity to evaluate the sustained impact on growth and inflation dynamics, as well as the persistence of the balance of payments (BOP) deficit. Bhardwaj further emphasised…

10 Apr

Women’s reservation Bill progress hailed as “landmark step” as Parliament session extended for amendment discussion

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Indra Hang Subba, Member of Parliament from Sikkim, has welcomed the Union Cabinet’s approval of a draft amendment Bill aimed at implementing 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies from 2029.According to reports, the Centre is preparing changes to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam to make the long-awaited provision operational. The move is expected to ensure that one-third of seats are reserved for women starting from the 2029 general elections. To enable discussion and passage of the proposed amendments, the ongoing Budget Session of Parliament has been extended by three days, from April 16…

10 Apr

LPG supply fully restored across Sikkim after temporary disruption, says government

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Sikkim government has announced that the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has been fully restored across the state, bringing relief to households after a recent disruption.In an official statement issued on April 9, the state’s Food and Civil Supplies Department said that LPG availability has returned to 100 per cent of pre-crisis levels. The restoration ensures that consumers can now access cooking gas cylinders without difficulty in all districts.Earlier, supplies had dropped to around 80 per cent after Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) reduced distribution due to a nationwide shortage. The shortage was linked to disruptions in global…

10 Apr

Samsung’s Revolutionary Galaxy Z Tri-Fold Returns to Shelves Following Record Sell-Out

anuprovaScience & Tech, Technology

Samsung’s most ambitious mobile device to date, the Galaxy Z Tri-Fold, has officially returned to stock today after a month-long supply shortage caused by unprecedented global demand. Since its initial launch earlier this year, the world’s first mass-produced triple-folding smartphone has been a rare commodity, with initial batches disappearing from online and retail stores within minutes. The tech giant confirmed this morning that significant restocks are now available through their official website and major flagship stores, marking a triumphant moment for the company's foldable division. This device represents a paradigm shift in mobile computing, featuring a dual-hinge design that allows…

10 Apr

Mizoram Village Honored for Excellence in Clean and Green Panchayat Initiative

riyaMizoram

Kawrthah North Village Council, Mizoram has been conferred the prestigious Deen Dayal Upadhyay Panchayat Satat Vikas, 2025 under the theme "Clean & Green Panchayat," securing the top rank at the national level. The award recognizes the outstanding efforts of the Village Council in promoting sustainable development practices, environmental conservation, sanitation, and overall rural well-being. This achievement highlights the commitment of village council towards building an eco-friendly and sustainable village model. The Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Govt. of India, has officially announced the recognition and appreciated the exemplary work carried out by the Village Council. The initiative reflects strong grass root…

10 Apr

Anti-Drug Drive Begins in Mizoram’s Lawngtlai

riyaMizoram

The inaugural programme of the “Drug-Free District Campaign” under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan was held at the DC Conference Hall, Lawngtlai today. The programme was chaired by Donny Lalruatsanga, Deputy Commissioner and Chairman of the Lawngtlai District Level Committee on Drug-Free District. The campaign was officially launched by C Lalsawmzuala, Chief Executive Member (CEM), and LADC. C Lalsawmzuala expressed gratitude to the members of the District Level Committee and stated that the campaign was launched with the aim of making Lawngtlai district free from drug abuse and ensuring its successful implementation. He highlighted that since Lawngtlai is located along…

10 Apr

Green-Tech Protest Escalates Over Lumpongdeng Island Tourism Project

nanikaMeghalaya

Members of the Green-Tech Foundation intensified their protest against a proposed five-star tourism project on Lumpongdeng Island by staging a demonstration in front of the Secretariat on Friday. The group also announced an indefinite hunger strike, expressing strong opposition to the state government’s decision to include the island in a large-scale resort development project.Lumpongdeng Island, located in the middle of Umiam Lake, has become the focal point of growing environmental concerns. The project, reportedly awarded to a company associated with the Taj group of hotels, has sparked debate over its potential ecological impact. Protesters argue that the island’s fragile ecosystem…

10 Apr

24 Companies of Central Forces Deployed for Tribal Council Polls in Tripura

riyaTripura

The Union Home Ministry has sanctioned 24 companies of central paramilitary forces for the April 12 elections to the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council. Four companies of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) have already arrived in the state. One company of CAPF generally consists of 100 to 135 personnel. "The MHA sanctioned 24 companies of central forces for the tribal council elections. Out of the 24 companies, four have already arrived in the state, while the remaining 20 companies will be reaching very shortly," an official source said. The additional central forces, comprising BSF, SSB and CRPF, will…

10 Apr

Arunachal CM Watches Play on Tawang’s Unsung Hero Major Bob Khathing

riyaArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday witnessed a play, “Tiranga in Tawang”, based on the historic journey of Major Ralengnao Bob Khathing, who brought Tawang under Indian sovereignty on February 14, 1951. “This moving play is a heartfelt tribute to an extraordinary yet often unsung hero. It beautifully captures how Major Khathing, through courage, diplomacy, and determination, accomplished this historic feat and hoisted the Tiranga in Tawang,” Khandu said. “The narrative also vividly portrays the struggles of the Monpa community during earlier times and contrasts them with the hope and progress that followed. We look forward to taking…