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02 Jan

Tata Motors reports 21% sales growth in Q3FY26 with 1,15,577 units sold

Business BureauBusiness

Tata Motors has reported strong commercial vehicle sales for the third quarter of FY26, touching 1,15,577 units in domestic and international markets. This marks a 21% rise from 95,770 units sold in Q3FY25. The company also registered 42,508 units sold in December 2025, up 25% from 33,875 units in December 2024. Segment-wise performance remained robust. Heavy commercial vehicle (HCV) trucks rose 23% in Q3FY26 to 33,401 units, while ILMCV trucks saw a 26% rise to 20,033 units. Passenger carriers grew 7% to 10,691 units, and SCV cargo and pickups increased 15% to 43,793 units. Total domestic commercial vehicle sales reached…

02 Jan

Minority Safety Concerns Reach Fever Pitch as Hospital Reports Grow in Dhaka

Mohini BarmanBangladesh

Tensions between India and Bangladesh intensified today following reports of another targeted attack on a Hindu man in Dhaka. The victim is currently receiving treatment at a local hospital, and the incident has reignited international concerns regarding the safety of minorities under the current interim government. Indian officials have reportedly increased monitoring along the border as civil society groups in both countries call for an immediate end to the cycle of communal violence.

02 Jan

Centre Claims 70% Drop in Violence Across Northeast During Modi Regime

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

There has been a significant reduction in violence in the North East region of India, with a 70% decrease in violent incidents and an impressive 85% reduction in civilian casualties since the Modi government took office. The Central government has emphasized the establishment of peace in the area, alongside cultural development through the promotion of various events and activities. Regarding the situation in Manipur, the Government of India, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is fully committed to achieving lasting peace and is dedicated to providing necessary assistance to this end.

02 Jan

Guwahati to Get Second Medical College with ₹1,201.16 Crore Funding

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

The Assam government has sanctioned Rs 1201.16 crore for the construction of its second medical college in Guwahati, marking it as the 14th medical college in the state. A revised administrative approval was granted for this funding. The new college, named Pragjyotishpur Medical College, will feature two campuses located at Kalapahar and Mohendra Mohan Choudhury Hospital (MMCH). The National Medical Commission approved an intake of 50 MBBS students for the college. The Kalapahar campus will include 480 beds, 46 ICUs, 7 high-tech operating theatres (OTs), along with accommodation for 450 students and 100 interns. The MMCH campus will accommodate 800…

02 Jan

Ikkis Review: A War Drama That Chooses Humanity Over Heroics

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Ikkis is a movie that depicts the story of Second Lt Arun Khetarpal, a young soldier who, when asked his age while covered in birthday cake, responds that he is 21, marking his coming of age. Tragically, Khetarpal did not reach the age of 22, as he fought valiantly during the decisive December day of the 1971 Indo-Pak war, ultimately becoming the youngest Army officer to be awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his bravery. Ikkis is not merely a war film highlighting a young man's bravery; it delves into the traumatic consequences of conflict, distinguishing Sriram Raghavan's work from…

02 Jan

Kaushal Manthan charts skilling roadmap for 2026 with focus on outcomes and industry alignment

Business BureauBusiness

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has concluded its week-long Kaushal Manthan, held from December 23 to 31, 2025, to shape the national skilling agenda for 2026. The closing session was chaired by Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education. Senior officials, institutional heads, and key stakeholders participated in the deliberations, which aimed to identify priority reforms aligned with national goals. The discussions stressed the need for a more responsive and outcome-driven skilling ecosystem, with stronger convergence between the Centre, State Governments, and industry. Key…

02 Jan

For Udasin Bhakats, Assam launches monthly aid scheme

Banasree SarkarAssam

Himanta Biswa Sarma, the chief minister of Assam, introduced a financial aid program for Udasin Bhakats, giving celibate Vaishnavite monks affiliated with Satras around the state Rs 1,500 each month. The plan has now been formally put into action after being included in the state budget last year. Speaking about the launch program here, Sarma promised that any beneficiaries who could have been overlooked will be included and that the help would be directly credited to the bank accounts of qualified Udasin Bhakats. A total of 620 Udasin Bhakats will gain from the program. With 474 monks, Majuli has the…

02 Jan

Assam Begins Land Acquisition for Umiam–Silchar Corridor Project

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Land acquisition for the Umiam (Barapani)-Silchar high-speed corridor project in Assam is underway, with Chief Secretary Ravi Kota announcing that 85% of the needed land is in Meghalaya, and its acquisition will be handled by the Meghalaya government. The remaining 15% in Assam is already being acquired. The National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) has completed project planning, and environmental clearance is anticipated within four to five weeks. Tenders for the construction are expected to be issued by February 28, with completion projected within 48 months. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted that the express highway will…

02 Jan

ICICI Bank launches capital gains account scheme for tax exemption benefits

Business BureauBusiness

ICICI Bank has announced the launch of the Capital Gains Account Scheme (CGAS), allowing customers to deposit un-invested long-term capital gains or sale proceeds from specified capital assets to claim tax exemptions while earning interest. The scheme is available from January 1, 2026, following the Government’s approval of ICICI Bank as an authorised institution to manage CGAS deposits. The facility is currently open to resident individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), with availability for non-individuals and NRIs to follow. It is designed for taxpayers who are unable to reinvest capital gains before the Income Tax Return filing deadline. Accounts can…

02 Jan

As Sikkim Governor O.P. Mathur turns 74, birthday greetings have been pouring in

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Friday extended his warm birthday greetings to the Governor of Sikkim, Shri Om Prakash Mathur, who turned 74 today. In a message released to the public, the Chief Minister conveyed his heartfelt wishes and praised the Governor for his steady guidance and sense of duty towards the State. The Chief Minister said the Governor’s dedication, wisdom and leadership have been a source of strength and inspiration for the people of Sikkim. He also wished him good health, clarity of mind and continued ability to lead the State with patience, compassion and commitment. CM…