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Apr
The Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet approved a 50 percent SGST reimbursement for the 1200 MW Kalai II Hydro Electric Project, improved pensions under the Chief Minister's Social Security Scheme (CMSSS), and broadened the scope of the Chief Minister's Bal Seva Scheme (CMBSS) in order to promote public welfare. According to a release from the CMO, the cabinet led by Chief Minister Pema Khandu also deliberated on important administrative reforms, such as reorganizing the framework for implementing rural development programs and examining the Assam-Arunachal boundary dispute. The Indian government has expanded the CMBSS to cover all orphaned children registered under the Baal…
03
Apr
Kalyan Jewellers share price rallied over 13 percent in heavy trading on Wednesday, extending gains to 26 percent in the last three weeks. Fresh buying was also witnessed as gold hit a new all-time high, touching close to Rs 91,000 per 10 gram. Shares of Kalyan Jewellers India rallied 13.18 percent to hit a high of Rs 518.4 per share on the NSE. The stock pared some of its gains and closed at Rs 512.8 per share, up 11.95 per cent. The stock has rebounded after three consecutive days of decline. A total of 3.8 crore shares of Kalyan Jewellers…
02
Apr
Blenders Pride Fashion Tour has wrapped up this edition with an unforgettable showcase in Guwahati, transforming the city into a playground of high fashion with its innovative "Play En-Vogue" concept. The event reimagined AT-LEISURE with a refined edge against the stunning backdrop of Guwahati’s vibrant and scenic Greenwood Resort, featuring bold, experimental collections from designers Nitin Bal Chauhan, Abhishek Patni of NoughtOne, and Pawan Sachdeva, with the charismatic Ishaan Khatter as the showstopper. In collaboration with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), Blenders Pride Fashion Tour redefined India’s fashion landscape with groundbreaking showcases. Kartik Mohindra, Chief Marketing Officer and…
02
Apr
All India Mahila Congress president Alka Lamba has launched a sharp attack on Mizoram’s Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) government, accusing it of failing to deliver essential welfare schemes to the people. She expressed confidence that the Congress would reclaim power in the state. Addressing a press conference in Aizawl on Tuesday, Lamba discussed the party’s revival plans with senior leaders, including former Chief Minister Lal Thanhawla and Mizoram Congress president Lal Thanzara. She asserted that Congress is poised for a comeback both at the Centre and in Mizoram. "The ZPM government has neglected the welfare of women and the marginalized.…
02
Apr
For the first time in history, renewable energy sources have overtaken coal in Australia’s electricity production. A recent government report revealed that solar and wind energy accounted for 52% of the country’s power generation in the past quarter. This milestone follows Australia’s aggressive push toward green energy, with major investments in solar farms and offshore wind projects.
02
Apr
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has reaffirmed the state’s zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking, highlighting the increasing inflow of narcotics from Myanmar via Assam and Mizoram. Addressing the Assembly on April 1, Saha disclosed that 70 people have been convicted under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act in the past three years. “Drugs are coming into Tripura from Myanmar through Assam and Mizoram, while ganja is being smuggled out of the state,” the chief minister said in response to a notice by Congress MLA Gopal Chandra Roy. He emphasized that law enforcement agencies have been instructed to intensify…
02
Apr
The German government has introduced a nationwide initiative to provide free public transport for students, aiming to reduce traffic congestion and encourage environmentally friendly travel. The policy, set to take effect in 2026, will allow school and university students to use trains, buses, and trams at no cost. German Transport Minister Volker Wissing stated that the initiative would cut down on carbon emissions while making education more accessible. “By removing transport costs, we are ensuring that students can focus on their studies rather than financial burdens,” he said. The program, funded through increased taxation on high-emission industries, is expected to…
02
Apr
The Madhavpur Fair 2025, a five-day cultural extravaganza, will take place in Madhavpur Ghed, Porbandar district, from April 6 to April 10. The fair, organized jointly by Gujarat's Sports, Youth, and Cultural Activities Department, will take place on the auspicious festival of Ram Navami and will feature participants from eight North-eastern states, representing a celebration of India's cultural unity. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel will inaugurate the fair on April 6 at 6 p.m. Other officials likely to attend are state Tourism Minister Mulubhai Bera and Minister of Sports, Youth, and Cultural Activities Harsh Sanghavi.
02
Apr
The Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative (IFFCO) has welcomed the Tribhuvan Sahkari University Bill, 2025, calling it a transformative step for India’s cooperative sector. The bill, passed by the LokSabha on March 26, paves the way for the country’s first cooperative university, focusing on rural economic growth, self-employment, and entrepreneurship. Union Minister of Cooperation and Home Affairs Amit Shah highlighted that the university will set new benchmarks in cooperative leadership, innovation, and research, aligning with the government’s ‘Sahkar se Samriddhi’ vision. IFFCO Managing Director Dr. Udai Shanker Awasthi praised the initiative, stating it will revolutionize the cooperative sector, benefiting farmers and…