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West Asia Conflict Disrupts Air Travel: 10 Flights Cancelled at Kolkata Airport

West Asia Conflict Disrupts Air Travel: 10 Flights Cancelled at Kolkata Airport

Operations at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport were disrupted on Tuesday as at least 10 international flights were cancelled amid the escalating conflict in West Asia. Airport officials confirmed that five departures and five arrivals were called off, causing inconvenience to several passengers.Major West Asian carriers, including Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Air Arabia, suspended services connecting Kolkata with key transit hubs such as Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi.Emirates cancelled two arrival and two departure flights on the Dubai route. Qatar Airways suspended one arrival and one departure service to Doha. Etihad Airways called off one incoming and…
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Nissan India sales jump 23% in February; Gravite deliveries begin from March

Nissan India sales jump 23% in February; Gravite deliveries begin from March

Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. has reported a 23 per cent year-on-year rise in consolidated sales for February 2026, with total dispatches reaching 10,565 units, reflecting steady momentum in both domestic and export markets. Domestic wholesales stood at 2,230 units during the month, while exports accounted for 8,335 units, underlining India’s growing role in the company’s global supply strategy. The company said February marked a significant milestone with the launch of the all-new Nissan GRAVITE. Customer deliveries of the model commenced nationwide from March 1 following strong booking momentum and positive market response. Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India,…
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Powerade debuts in India as official sports drink of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

Powerade debuts in India as official sports drink of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

Powerade, The Coca-Cola Company’s global sports hydration brand, has officially entered the Indian market as the official sports drink of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The launch marks a strategic move by Coca-Cola India to expand its portfolio with brands rooted in sport, performance and active lifestyles. Designed as a sports hydration solution, Powerade contains Vitamin B3 and electrolytes to support performance energy during high-intensity training and competitive sport. The drink has been introduced in two low-calorie variants — Mountain Blast (Blue) and Fruit Punch (Red). It will be available from March 2026 at INR 20 for a…
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Assam Emerges as Global Hub of Muga Silk, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Says Sericulture Sector Boosts Rural Livelihoods

Assam Emerges as Global Hub of Muga Silk, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Says Sericulture Sector Boosts Rural Livelihoods

Assam accounts for 90 per cent of India’s total Muga silk production and 65 per cent of its Eri silk output, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. In a post shared on X, the Chief Minister stated that with 90 per cent of the country’s Muga production, Assam stands as the global home of the iconic silk variety. He said the State’s Muga and Eri industries not only reflect Assam’s rich cultural identity but also support thousands of families across rural and semi-urban areas. Sarma said the sericulture sector remains a strong pillar of what he described as “Atmanirbhar Assam.”…
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Court Flags BNSS Violations, Says Foreign Documents Must Be Routed via Centre; Next Hearing in Zubeen Garg Probe on March 19

Court Flags BNSS Violations, Says Foreign Documents Must Be Routed via Centre; Next Hearing in Zubeen Garg Probe on March 19

The Kamrup Metropolitan District and Sessions Court has ordered the immediate unfreezing of the bank account of accused Shyamkanu Mahanta in connection with the ongoing probe into singer Zubeen Garg’s death case. The court pulled up the prosecution for what it described as procedural lapses and failure to follow due legal process. During the hearing, the court observed that the investigating agency did not comply with Section 107 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita while freezing Mahanta’s bank account. The court noted that statutory provisions must be strictly followed, regardless of the seriousness of the allegations. Citing these irregularities, it…
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Ai+ launches Pulse 2 at Rs 5,999 with 50MP AI camera, 6000mAh battery; sale from March 11

Ai+ launches Pulse 2 at Rs 5,999 with 50MP AI camera, 6000mAh battery; sale from March 11

Ai+ Smartphone has unveiled its latest budget offering, Pulse 2, priced at ₹5,999 for the launch period, strengthening its push to democratise technology in India. The smartphone will go on sale on Flipkart from March 11 at 12 PM. Pulse 2 will be available in two variants — 4GB+64GB at ₹5,999 and 6GB+128GB at ₹7,999 for the first 24 hours. The device features a 50MP Dual AI rear camera and an upgraded 8MP front camera, promising improved selfies and better image clarity across lighting conditions. The handset packs a slim 6000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support, upgraded from the…
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IIT Guwahati and Japan Deepen Collaboration in Advanced Research, Student Mobility

IIT Guwahati and Japan Deepen Collaboration in Advanced Research, Student Mobility

Indian Institute of Technology-Guwahati (IIT-G) recently welcomed a high-level delegation from Japan, led by State Minister for Foreign Affairs Horii Iwao and Ambassador to India Ono Keiichi. This visit signifies a considerable advancement in strengthening industrial and academic collaborations between IIT-G and Japan. Prof. Devendra Jalihal, the director of IIT-G, expressed his enthusiasm for the existing strong ties, noting that the institution currently hosts more than ten honorary professors from Japan. He also highlighted a remarkable increase in the participation of Japanese students, with over seventy engaging in exchange or joint degree programs over the past two years. Mr. Iwao…
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Fossils rock Siliguri as Yaari Jam draws electrifying turnout

Fossils rock Siliguri as Yaari Jam draws electrifying turnout

Siliguri came alive with music and energy as iconic Bengali rock band Fossils headlined the House of McDowell’s Soda Yaari Jam, delivering a high-voltage performance that left thousands of fans enthralled. Produced and promoted by TribeVibe Entertainment, the show turned into a vibrant celebration of live music and shared spirit. The crowd erupted as the band performed some of their most loved tracks, including “Hasnuhana”, “Aro Ekbar”, “Bishakto Manush”, “Neel Rong Bhishon Priyo” and “Ekla Ghor”. Each song became a collective anthem, blending nostalgia with soaring rock intensity. Speaking about the show, Fossils said, “Siliguri was incredible. When the audience…
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Abbott partners with Novo Nordisk India to launch Extensior®, for advanced diabetes management, broadening access to Semaglutide (Ozempic®)

Abbott partners with Novo Nordisk India to launch Extensior®, for advanced diabetes management, broadening access to Semaglutide (Ozempic®)

Global healthcare major Abbott has partnered with Novo Nordisk India to commercialize Extensior®, broadening access to semaglutide (Ozempic®) for advanced type 2 diabetes management in India. Under the agreement, Abbott will market Novo Nordisk’s semaglutide under the brand name Extensior®, leveraging its strong nationwide distribution network. Extensior® is a second brand of Ozempic®, the world’s most prescribed GLP-1 receptor agonist. Approved as an adjunct to diet and exercise for adults with type 2 diabetes, it delivers significant HbA1c reduction, weight-loss benefits, and proven risk reduction of cardiovascular and kidney events. Semaglutide has been evaluated in over 44 clinical trials and…
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Sudipto Sen says he never sets out to make ‘controversial’ films as Charak trailer unveiled

Sudipto Sen says he never sets out to make ‘controversial’ films as Charak trailer unveiled

Filmmaker Sudipto Sen, known for directing The Kerala Story unveiled the trailer of his upcoming folklore thriller Charak, which he has backed as a producer. The film is scheduled to hit theatres on March 6, 2026. Speaking at the trailer launch, Sen addressed the controversies surrounding his earlier films. “Honestly, from the bottom of my heart, I do not set out to make controversial films; I simply choose subjects that genuinely move and disturb me,” he said. Recalling the origins of The Kerala Story, Sen said an incident he witnessed in Kochi in 2014 became the seed of the project,…
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