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Yamaha launches XSR155 in ‘Metallic Black’ at Rs 1.58 lakh, expands modern retro line-up

Yamaha launches XSR155 in ‘Metallic Black’ at Rs 1.58 lakh, expands modern retro line-up

India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd. (IYM) on Monday launched the XSR155 in a new ‘Metallic Black’ shade at an ex-showroom price of ₹1,58,990 in Delhi, expanding its colour portfolio for the modern retro sport motorcycle. The new variant features golden upside-down (USD) front forks and a deeper black finish aimed at enhancing the bike’s premium and aggressive road presence. The company said the colour addition responds to growing customer demand for a black edition, strengthening the XSR155’s muscular tank design, minimalist bodywork and retro-inspired styling cues. Hajime Aota, Chairman, Yamaha Motor India Group, said the strong response to the XSR155…
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Aon report flags rapid digital push but gaps in awareness, affordability in India’s health insurance sector

Aon report flags rapid digital push but gaps in awareness, affordability in India’s health insurance sector

Aon plc has released insights from its inaugural 2025 Insurer Wellbeing Benchmarking Report, highlighting rapid digitalisation and expanding coverage in India’s health insurance sector, while flagging gaps in awareness, affordability and standardisation. Based on a survey of six insurers and analysis of over 600 data points across 10 wellbeing domains, the report said 83 percent of insurers now offer telehealth services, including access to general practitioners, chronic disease management and e-prescriptions. However, only one-third reported tangible outpatient claims savings, ranging between 1.1 percent and 1.5 percent. Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) are offered by 67 percent of insurers, though utilisation varies…
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Skill Ministry makes 150-hour OJT mandatory for ITI trainees under CTS reform

Skill Ministry makes 150-hour OJT mandatory for ITI trainees under CTS reform

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has introduced a major reform in Industrial Training Institute (ITI) training by making 150 hours of On-the-Job Training (OJT) or a Group Project compulsory under the Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS). The guidelines were issued by the Directorate General of Training on March 3, 2026, and the provision has been effective since the 2022–23 academic session. Under the revised structure aligned with the National Education Policy 2020, the annual CTS training duration has been reduced from 1,600 hours to 1,200 hours, with 150 hours reserved for structured OJT or project work. Trainees will be…
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Assam DGP’s fake video surfaces, police initiate legal action

Assam DGP’s fake video surfaces, police initiate legal action

Cyber criminals have misused the photograph of Assam DGP Harmeet Singh to create an AI-generated video, pretending to be a fake 'IPS Sonu Sharma'. After it came to light, the Assam Police on Thursday initiated legal action against the unidentified scammers behind this crime. The police urged citizens not to fall for such scam videos and to report suspicious content immediately. ''Deepfake Alert! Scammers are misusing the image of the DGP to create an AI-generated video, pretending to be a fake 'IPS Sonu Sharma'," the Assam police said in a social media post. "The video is fake and part of…
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Cars will be able to run alongside trains thanks to the second-largest river tunnel in the world: CM

Cars will be able to run alongside trains thanks to the second-largest river tunnel in the world: CM

At Shri Shri Maa Kalyani Devalaya in Dipora, Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma prayed to start his third day of the Jana Ashirwad Yatra. Thousands of people traveled the 19-kilometer distance from Gohpur Co-District to visit the Chief Minister. Speaking to the public in front of the State Bus Stand at Gohpur as part of the Yatra, Dr. Sarma stated, "The world's second-largest river tunnel route will be constructed from Gohpur to Bokakhat-Numaligarh, with facilities allowing vehicles to run alongside trains."" The region will become a tourist destination as a result of this incredible tunnel, which will improve the…
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Alliance of ULFA(I), Bangladeshi PCJSS (Santu) and Rohingya Groups May Disrupt Assam Assembly Elections, Says CNEISS

Alliance of ULFA(I), Bangladeshi PCJSS (Santu) and Rohingya Groups May Disrupt Assam Assembly Elections, Says CNEISS

The Centre for Northeast India Security Studies (CNEISS), a security-focused think tank, has warned that an alleged alliance involving the United Liberation Front of Asom (Independent), the Bangladeshi tribal armed group Parbatya Chattagram Jana Samhati Samiti (PCJSS–Santu faction), and Rohingya militant organizations could pose a threat to peace during the upcoming Assam Assembly elections. In a press statement issued on Thursday, CNEISS claimed that representatives of the Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (ARSA), Rohingya Solidarity Organization (RSO), ULFA(I), and the PCJSS (Santu faction) reportedly attended a two-day meeting held from December 9 to 11, 2025, in Cox’s Bazar. The meeting was…
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Newlyweds Vijay and Rashmika to Go ‘Underground’ Post-Hyderabad Bash

Newlyweds Vijay and Rashmika to Go ‘Underground’ Post-Hyderabad Bash

Following their grand wedding reception at the Taj Krishna in Hyderabad on March 4, 2026, fan-favorite couple Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna—affectionately known as VIROSH—revealed plans to step away from the limelight. During a light-hearted interaction with the paparazzi, Vijay joked that the couple intended to "finish this celebration and go underground" to enjoy some much-needed privacy. This follows their intimate Udaipur wedding on February 26 and a week of high-profile festivities. The star-studded Hyderabad event saw a massive turnout from both Tollywood and Bollywood, including icons like Chiranjeevi, Allu Arjun, and Ram Charan. Filmmaker Karan Johar, who attended with…
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India’s First Riverine Lighthouses to Come Up on Brahmaputra as Sonowal Lays Foundation Stones

India’s First Riverine Lighthouses to Come Up on Brahmaputra as Sonowal Lays Foundation Stones

India has initiated a significant advancement in inland waterway navigation with the establishment of four river lighthouses along the Brahmaputra River. Laid by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, this project marks the first lighthouse infrastructure on inland waterways in India. Locations include Bogibeel, Pandu, Silghat, and Biswanath Ghat, strategically positioned to enhance navigation for National Waterway-2, which is crucial for cargo and passenger transport. The project, costing around ₹84 crore, will feature lighthouses rising 20 meters high, supported by solar power, and will incorporate additional facilities such as museums and recreational areas, transforming them into tourism landmarks. This initiative responds to…
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AIUDF Suspends Two MLAs Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities; One Decides to Quit

AIUDF Suspends Two MLAs Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities; One Decides to Quit

In a significant political shift ahead of the upcoming state elections in Assam, the All-India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), an opposition party, has suspended two of its legislators for a six-year term due to alleged anti-party activities. The suspended members include Abdul Aziz, the MLA for Badarpur, and Karim Uddin Barbhuiya, who also serves as the party's vice president. This decision was made following a directive from the party's central committee and reflects concerns over the controversial actions of both leaders that the party deems detrimental to its interests. The AIUDF, under the signature of General Secretary (administration) Hafiz Bashir…
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Gas Supply Disruptions Push Adani Total Gas to Hike Industrial Rates

Gas Supply Disruptions Push Adani Total Gas to Hike Industrial Rates

Adani Total Gas Limited (ATGL) has significantly increased gas prices for industrial customers, citing reduced availability of gas due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The decision was communicated to clients through a notice seen by Reuters.ATGL is a joint venture between the Adani Group and French energy major TotalEnergies.The price hike comes after escalating tensions in the region disrupted energy supply routes. Recent attacks on Iran and retaliatory strikes from Tehran have affected shipping movements through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy corridor between Iran and Oman. The route carries nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil…
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