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Apraava Energy has received national recognition from the Ministry of Power for its Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning-based solution aimed at improving India’s power distribution system. The recognition was conferred at the National Conference on the Use of AI and ML in the Power Distribution Sector, held under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS). The company’s solution, Discom GPT (Grid.), was showcased under the Advanced Metering Infrastructure Service Provider category. Developed in partnership with Work On Grid, the platform focuses on data-driven decision-making, operational automation, and improved consumer services. The Apraava Energy team received the runner-up award from Union Power…

Former Foreign Secretary and BJP MP Shri Harsh Vardhan Shringla strongly defended the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Parliament, describing it as a necessary step to protect the credibility of India’s democratic process, with specific reference to West Bengal. Speaking during the discussion, Shringla said elections form the backbone of democracy and any compromise with voter verification weakens public trust. He stressed that the SIR is not a routine administrative exercise but a constitutionally mandated process to ensure that only genuine and eligible citizens are included in electoral rolls. Referring to developments in West Bengal, including areas…

A new podcast series featuring culinary explorer and Delhi Food Walks founder Anubhav Sapra is drawing attention for simplifying the science behind Indian street food and the confusion surrounding food labels. The series explains why oils especially palm oil play a central role in the taste and texture of snacks like samosas, pakoras and kachoris. In the first episode, Sapra highlights palm oil’s high heat stability, neutral taste and reliable frying performance. The next episode focuses on misleading “No Palm Oil” labels, urging consumers to read full ingredient lists and not rely on bold front-of-pack claims. Kolkata’s street food landscape…

Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, one of the units of Manipal Hospitals Group, successfully carried out a highly complex microsurgical reimplantation of a completely severed right thumb, underscoring the hospital’s advanced emergency care and surgical expertise. The intricate procedure was led by Dr. Akhilesh Kumar Agarwal, Consultant – Plastic Surgeon, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur supported by a multidisciplinary team. Proloy Bose, a 32-year-old businessman from Subhashgram, Sonarpur, was brought to the hospital after his thumb was accidentally amputated while cleaning his motorcycle. His thumb got caught in the motorcycle’s chain cover, the protective casing over the moving chain. The injury caused severe crushing…

A series of fire incidents across the country, including recent cases in Goa, has renewed concerns over the preparedness of small enterprises, particularly in Guwahati, to withstand major disruptions. Industry observers note that while the city hosts a wide mix of businesses from tea warehousing and logistics to retail, hospitality, and small manufacturing many units remain either underinsured or inadequately insured, increasing their exposure to fire, natural disasters, and business interruption risks. TATA AIG has called for immediate reassessment of insurance protection among SMEs. Its SME Business Insurance Solutions offer cover for fire and allied perils, machinery breakdown, employee hospitalization…

Johnson’s Baby has strengthened its long-running neonatal care initiative by supporting the training of more than two lakh healthcare workers across India to handle birth asphyxia, one of the leading causes of newborn deaths within 24 hours of birth. The programme, running for 16 years in partnership with a leading paediatrician association, focuses on Neonatal Resuscitation life-saving interventions needed in the first minute of birth. India records nearly 1.25 lakh newborn deaths annually due to conditions such as birth asphyxia, which is preventable with timely action. States like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have shown progress, but reducing neonatal mortality remains…

Dr. Moode Jayanth,Consultant Surgical Gastroenterologist & Robotic Surgeon, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad says, It has long been believed that cirrhosis, a chronic liver condition marked by liver tissue scarring, is permanent. Recent studies, however, show that the liver can regenerate and cure itself under specific circumstances, providing individuals with this severe condition with new hope. The final stage of increasing liver damage is cirrhosis, which is frequently brought on by autoimmune diseases, fatty liver disease, heavy alcohol use, and hepatitis B and C. Scar tissue from repeated injuries impairs liver function and may result in potentially fatal consequences. Liver transplantation was…

Samsung’s latest foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, has begun drawing strong attention from technology enthusiasts, with interest rising in major markets including Kolkata as the device goes on sale globally. The Galaxy Z TriFold marks a major step in foldable smartphone design, offering a 10-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display when unfolded twice. The large screen supports multitasking by allowing users to run up to three portrait-sized apps simultaneously, making it suitable for professionals and content creators. Samsung has equipped the device with a 6.5-inch outer display, ensuring smooth visuals even when folded. Features such as Vision Booster adjust colour…

Winter comes with cozy nights and festive cheer, yet it also brings a familiar challenge for many: dry, dull, and sensitive skin. The cold air pulls moisture from our skin, leaving it susceptible to flakiness and irritation. Topical skincare can help, but lasting nourishment starts from within. She explains that winter dryness is not only a skincare concern but also a nutritional one. She highlights the importance of incorporating foods rich in protein, healthy fats, vitamin E, and omega-3, such as fatty fish and California Almonds. Including almonds in your daily diet can nourish the skin from within, helping it…

Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow (SFT) 2025 programme has spotlighted India’s young innovators who are using artificial intelligence to address real-world challenges in health, hygiene, and emotional wellbeing. The nationwide initiative, conducted in partnership with IIT Delhi, invited thousands of students to design AI-first solutions to improve healthcare accessibility. Several standout teams developed practical tools for early detection, mobility support, and inclusive communication. Projects included an AI model to detect subclinical silicosis (Alchemist), a low-cost bionic hand (BRHM), AI glasses converting speech to text (Hear Bright), and a predictive breast health app (Pink Brigadiers). The theme winner, Paraspeak, developed by 16-year-old…