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27 May

Times Network, in collaboration with Byatikram Group, hosts the prestigious “Gems of Northeast” awards ceremony

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In a spectacular celebration of vision, innovation, and leadership, Times Network, in association with Byatikram Group, proudly hosted the prestigious “Gems of Northeast” awards ceremony on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Hotel Vivanta, Guwahati. The event brought together a constellation of distinguished entrepreneurs, professionals, and business leaders who are shaping the future of the Northeast with vision and purpose. Dr. Saumen Bharatiya, Patron-in-Chief of Byatikram Group, remarked, “Times Network Gems of Northeast is not just an event — it is a movement to recognize and encourage those who are shaping a progressive and self-reliant Northeast.” The evening commenced with a…

27 May

Experts stress thyroid checks crucial for diabetics as dual diagnosis raises health risks

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In India, where nearly 1 in 10 adults suffer from thyroid disorders and 1 in 11 live with diabetes, medical experts are sounding the alarm on the critical link between the two conditions. Alarmingly, about 25% of those with Type 2 diabetes also experience hypothyroidism — an underactive thyroid — which can complicate blood sugar management and raise the risk of serious complications like kidney issues and heart disease. Dr Rohita Shetty, Medical Affairs Head, Abbott India said, “People living with diabetes are usually aware of their blood sugar levels and know how to manage the fluctuations. But many symptoms…

26 May

Silver futures fell on reduced bets

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New Delhi, May 26: Silver prices fell by Rs 57 to Rs 97,997 per kg on Monday as participants reduced bets. Silver contracts for July delivery on the Multi Commodity Exchange fell by Rs 57, or 0.06 percent, to Rs 97,997 per kg in a business turnover of 17,276 lots. Analysts said selling by participants at current levels in the market mainly influenced silver prices. Foreign futures markets remained closed on the occasion of Memorial Day in the US.

25 May

Manipal Hospitals strengthens healthcare outreach in Mizoram and Northeast

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Manipal Hospitals has reaffirmed its long-standing healthcare commitment to Mizoram and the Northeastern states, highlighting over 15 years of clinical excellence and outreach. Following the integration of AMRI and Medica Superspecialty Hospitals, Manipal now operates five superspecialty hospitals in Kolkata, serving as a critical hub for advanced care in the region. With more than 15,000 patients from Mizoram treated over the years and over 70 successful kidney transplants with a 95% success rate, Manipal Hospitals continues to expand its footprint. Through a partnership with Aizawl Hospital & Research Centre since 2017, the hospital has conducted outreach clinics in neurosurgery, respiratory…

24 May

Property prices increase in 48 cities in Q4 FY25: NHB RESIDEX

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New Delhi, May 24 Property prices rose in 48 out of 50 cities during the fourth quarter of 2024-25, according to data released by the National Housing Bank (NHB). Out of the 50 cities covered, two cities, Howrah and Thiruvananthapuram, recorded a decline in property prices, the latest NHB RESIDEX residential housing price index said. The 50-city housing price index (HPI), based on assessed values of properties collected from banks and housing finance companies, recorded an annual growth of 7.5 percent during the fourth quarter of 2022-24-25, compared to 5.1 percent a year ago. It said property prices increased across…

24 May

Nagaland man’s life-saving heart surgery at Amrita Hospital inspires hope

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Amrita Hospital, Faridabad, has given a second lease of life to Mr. Akuminba, a 57-year-old man from Nagaland who survived a high-risk open-heart surgery. Battling severe health complications including Type 2 Diabetes, chronic hypertension, kidney failure requiring dialysis, and Acute Coronary Syndrome, Mr. Akuminba arrived in critical condition after a failed angioplasty. Following urgent dialysis initiated by Dr. Urmila Anandh, the patient was referred to Dr. Sameer Bhate, Head of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery, who led a complex triple-vessel Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) despite a dangerously low ejection fraction of 30–35% and diabetes-related vision loss. A multidisciplinary team supported…

23 May

Samsung’s ‘Galaxy Empowered’ programme drives EdTech growth in Bhutan and Sikkim

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Samsung India’s ‘Galaxy Empowered’ education initiative is expanding its footprint beyond India, targeting Bhutan’s remote teaching community with immersive technology training. Since its India launch in December 2024, the programme has certified over 4,800 teachers and aims to empower 20,000 educators across 600 schools by 2025. The recent Gurugram immersion workshop introduced Bhutanese educators to Samsung’s Galaxy ecosystem—smartphones, tablets, flipboards, interactive whiteboards, and AI-powered tools—enabling modernized, technology-driven classrooms. In collaboration with Bhutan’s Ministry of Education, this move seeks to bridge educational gaps in underserved regions, equipping teachers with the skills to integrate digital innovations effectively. Participants hailed from diverse districts…

23 May

India rolls out Track & Trace to curb illicit tobacco trade; PMI backs move as game-changer

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The advent of Track & Trace technology heralds a transformative era in the curbing illegal trade of cigarettes and other tobacco products Philip Morris International Inc.'s (PMI) India affiliate, IPM India, today hailed India’s decision to roll out pack-level Track and Trace (T&T) as a game-changing move against illicit tobacco trade and a major step towards modernizing regulatory enforcement. Approved under Section 148A of the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Act, this reform marks a bold move to protect revenue, tighten enforcement, and bring greater transparency and accountability to India’s tobacco market. Starting with cigarette packs, the government has chosen a…

23 May

ArcelorMittalpowers up 1GW renewable project in India, fuels green steel push

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ArcelorMittal has kickstarted power generation from its largest renewable energy venture—a $0.7 billion, 1GW solar and wind hybrid project in Andhra Pradesh—marking a major milestone in India's green industrial transformation. The clean energy will support AM/NS India, ArcelorMittal’s 60:40 joint venture with Nippon Steel, by supplying over 20% of the energy needs of its Hazira steel plant in Gujarat. Developed by AM Green Energy, a wholly owned ArcelorMittal subsidiary, the project is designed to slash AM/NS India’s carbon emissions by 1.5 million tonnes annually. The hybrid setup includes 1.5 million solar panels and 91 wind turbines, collectively producing 2.5 billion…

23 May

ASCI releases whitepaper on opinion trading: Calls clarity in regulations amid increasing fears

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The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has released a whitepaper titled “Examining Opinion Trading in India,” shedding light on the emerging area of opinion trading/prediction markets and the need for regulatory clarity around this rapidly growing sector. As per the National Initiative for Consumer Interest (NICI), these platforms have over 50 million users and transactions exceeding INR 50,000 crore annually. Opinion platforms engage users to make monetary bets on binary (yes/no) outcomes of real-world events ranging from sports to politics. Globally, opinion trading is regulated either as a financial instrument or under gambling laws. In India, SEBI has already…