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Shobana Kamineni Set to Lead Apollo Healthtech Ahead of Planned Listing

Shobana Kamineni Set to Lead Apollo Healthtech Ahead of Planned Listing

Apollo Hospitals Enterprise has proposed the appointment of Shobana Kamineni as the Executive Chairperson of Apollo Healthtech, the company’s medical equipment and healthcare technology unit that is expected to be listed separately in the coming years. The appointment remains subject to shareholder approval. The announcement marks another significant step in Apollo Hospitals’ ongoing restructuring plans. In 2024, the healthcare major revealed its intention to spin off and separately list its digital health and pharmacy businesses as part of a broader strategy to unlock value and strengthen operational focus. Currently serving as a promoter director at Apollo Hospitals, Shobana Kamineni is…
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Indian Currency Hits Multi-Week High of 94.68 Per Dollar as Crude Pressures Ease on U.S.-Iran Pact

Indian Currency Hits Multi-Week High of 94.68 Per Dollar as Crude Pressures Ease on U.S.-Iran Pact

The Indian rupee registered a powerful recovery in early trading on Monday, June 15, 2026, strengthening to its highest level since May 8 by hitting 94.68 against the US dollar. The decisive surge comes as a direct consequence of a breakthrough diplomatic agreement between the United States and Iran, which effectively implements an immediate ceasefire and ensures the reopening of the strategic Strait of Hormuz. This monumental geopolitical de-escalation triggered a massive 5% plunge in global crude oil prices, dragging international benchmark Brent crude below the $84 per barrel threshold. For an import-dependent economy like India, which relies heavily on…
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Kabyanil, Mridusman Top Darrang Chess Tourney

Kabyanil, Mridusman Top Darrang Chess Tourney

Organized by the Darrang District Chess Association, a chess tournament was held today at the Mangaldai Town Girls' Higher Secondary School. In the Under-13 category, Kabyanil Kashyap emerged as the champion. On the other hand, Jishnu Barman secured the second position, Prachurya Rana Saikia took third, and Bornil Chaharia secured the fourth position.Meanwhile, in the Under-17 category, Mridusman Kashyap became the champion, Priyanuj Utpal Bharadwaj secured the second position, and Uddip Nayan Nath managed to secure the third position.
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Malabar Gold & Diamonds reimagines natural diamonds with innovation-led Nuwa collection

Malabar Gold & Diamonds reimagines natural diamonds with innovation-led Nuwa collection

Malabar Gold & Diamonds has unveiled NUWA, a new natural diamond jewellery collection that showcases how design innovation and creative craftsmanship are reshaping the premium jewellery industry. Inspired by nature’s finest creations, the collection draws from intricate patterns and textures found in stripes, honeycombs, fluid formations and organic structures shaped by the earth. The company has transformed these natural elements into contemporary jewellery designs aimed at consumers seeking individuality and modern luxury. Crafted in 18kt and 14kt gold, NUWA combines natural diamonds with coloured gemstones, ceramic colour enamelling and multi-tone rhodium finishes. The use of diverse materials and finishing techniques…
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Anti-Narcotics Operation Uncovers Suspected Heroin, Gold in Railway Colony

Anti-Narcotics Operation Uncovers Suspected Heroin, Gold in Railway Colony

In a major anti-drug operation, Dibrugarh Police arrested nine persons and seized suspected heroin, cash and gold ornaments during a raid conducted at Harijan Colony near the Dibrugarh Town Railway Station. The operation was carried out as part of an ongoing drive against drug trafficking in the district. Police said the raid was launched following intelligence gathered during a series of anti-narcotics operations conducted across different parts of Dibrugarh over the past week. Speaking to the media, Nayan Moni Baruah said the district police have been carrying out sustained efforts to identify and dismantle drug trafficking networks operating in the…
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Malabar Gold & Diamonds bets on premium natural diamonds with Nuwa launch

Malabar Gold & Diamonds bets on premium natural diamonds with Nuwa launch

Malabar Gold & Diamonds has expanded its premium jewellery portfolio with the launch of NUWA, a natural diamond collection inspired by nature’s intricate patterns and textures, as the company seeks to strengthen its position in the growing luxury jewellery segment. The collection draws inspiration from nature’s finest creations, including stripes, honeycombs, fluid formations and organic patterns shaped by the earth. Crafted in 18kt and 14kt gold, NUWA features natural diamonds enhanced with coloured gemstones, ceramic colour enamelling and multi-tone rhodium finishes, reflecting a blend of craftsmanship, design innovation and global styling trends. According to the company, the collection has been…
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80% Footpath Traders Non-Local, Says BJP; Govt Plans Indigenous-Only Vending Under Flyovers

80% Footpath Traders Non-Local, Says BJP; Govt Plans Indigenous-Only Vending Under Flyovers

The ruling BJP in Assam today said that retail trade conducted from footpaths across Guwahati will be brought under the predominance of indigenous people.A press release issued by the party said that the Himanta Biswa Sarma government will give priority to indigenous residents in conducting business within Guwahati, which is now mostly in the hands of non-locals or suspected illegal migrants from Bangladesh.It said that based on a comprehensive survey scheduled to be conducted between August and September this year, the Assam Government will identify and regulate retail establishments currently operated by non-local individuals.The release mentioned that this was announced…
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Flag Meeting Held as Bangladesh Refuses to Take 9 Pushed Back by BSF at Assam Border

Flag Meeting Held as Bangladesh Refuses to Take 9 Pushed Back by BSF at Assam Border

A total of nine alleged illegal Bangladeshi nationals were pushed back through the India-Bangladesh international border at Mankachar in Assam’s South Salmara-Mankachar district during an operation conducted by the Border Security Force (BSF) on Sunday morning. According to sources, six individuals were pushed back through the Jhalarchar border point in Mankachar, while the remaining three were moved through the Shahapara border point. Officials said that the group includes women and children. Following the operation, a flag meeting was held between the Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) to discuss the matter. However, Bangladesh has not yet accepted…
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Agartala Jan Kalyan Shivir: Sonowal Credits Modi Govt for 61 Cr Bank Accounts, DBT Push

Agartala Jan Kalyan Shivir: Sonowal Credits Modi Govt for 61 Cr Bank Accounts, DBT Push

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday underscored the importance of financial inclusion in transforming the lives of people across the country.Speaking at the Jan Kalyan Shivir in Agartala, Sonowal said the launch of one of India's largest financial inclusion initiatives, the Jan Dhan Yojana, has brought about transformative changes in the lives of millions of citizens.Sonowal stated that over the past 12 years, more than 61 crore Jan Dhan accounts have been opened, with nearly Rs 51 lakh crore transferred directly to beneficiaries through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism.He said the programme reflects the…
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NFR Engineer Demanded 1% Cut on ₹20L Bill, Arrested by CBI in Silchar; Court Prod Today

NFR Engineer Demanded 1% Cut on ₹20L Bill, Arrested by CBI in Silchar; Court Prod Today

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested a senior section engineer of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) in Silchar in a bribery case. An official statement said the investigation agency had registered the case against the said accused on Saturday. It was alleged that a bill amounting to approximately Rs 20 lakh, pertaining to work already executed by the complainant-contractor, was pending for clearance by the accused officer of NFR, Silchar. It was further alleged that when the complainant met the accused senior section engineer (SSE) on Friday and requested him to clear the said bill, the accused demanded one…
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