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27 Oct

Tanishq unveils Adhyantara jewellery collection ahead of Dhanteras

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Tanishq, the jewellery retail brand from the House of Tata, has unveiled Adhyantara, a new jewellery collection inspired by the beauty of the cosmos, ahead of Dhanteras. Featuring actress Triptii Dimri, the collection celebrates the multifaceted identity of the modern Indian woman through contemporary designs rooted in Indian craftsmanship. Launched on October 12, the collection comprises more than 100 designs across four categories: Glass Kundan, plain jewellery with stones, plain gold and uncut diamonds. The range includes necklace sets, bangles, finger rings and mangalsutras in 18-carat and 22-carat gold, with individual designs ranging from 30 to 120 grams. The collection…

27 Oct

Bajaj Launches Pulsar NS200 at Rs 1.6 Lakh: Brings TFT Cluster, Quickshifter, and Upgrades

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Priced at Rs 1.6 lakh ex-showroom, the 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS200 has arrived in the Indian market with a host of technological upgrades such as a TFT instrument cluster, a quickshifter, and ride modes, mirroring the updates seen across other refreshed Pulsar models this year. As part of Bajaj's ongoing lineup enhancements rolling out since August, the NS200 incorporates state-of-the-art features comparable to the Pulsar N160, N250SS, and NS160, featuring a 5-inch TFT display, adjustable clutch and brake levers, panic brake alert, electronic throttle body, USB Type-C port, hazard lights, and Google Maps mirroring. Powering the motorcycle is the familiar…

26 Oct

Sarbananda Sonowal woos Korean firms for India’s shipyards,

Preeti SinghAssam

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal, in Busan, South Korea, used a high-level ministerial roundtable on World Maritime Day and talks with South Korea's marine equipment industry to press one case: India wants maritime rules that every country can put into practice, and partners willing to build and grow with India.Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal spoke at the government roundtable at the World Maritime Day. Sonowal shared the stage with International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez; Nam Jaeheon, South Korea's Vice Minister of Oceans and Fisheries; Marianne Sivertsen Næss, Norway's Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Policy; and Marina Hadjimanolis, Cyprus' shipping…

26 Oct

Agarwood Cultivation to Bring Global Identity and Forex Earnings for Assam

Preeti SinghAssam

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma today flagged off an export consignment of agarwood chips from Guwahati to Dubai at a programme held at Dispur this evening.Under the Government’s One District One Product (ODOP) initiative, MJI Group has dispatched 123 kilograms of agarwood chips produced in Golaghat district for export to Dubai. Synchronizing with the programme, Chief Minister Sarma also presented cheques to three agarwood cultivators.Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Sarma said that Assam has approximately 12 crore agarwood trees, supporting the livelihoods of around 50,000 farmers engaged in agarwood cultivation. He said that Assam accounts for 81 per cent…

26 Oct

Food & fun zone opens near Guwahati station under non-fare revenue scheme

barnalighosh EditorAssam

Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) inaugurated a new passenger amenity hub, 'The Terminal', near Guwahati Railway Station on the evening of 23rd October, offering food, shopping and entertainment under one roof. The facility was inaugurated by NFR General Manager Chetan Kumar Srivastava, in the presence of Principal Chief Commercial Manager Neeraj Sahay and Lumding Divisional Railway Manager Sameer Lohani. It has been developed in the old Passenger Reservation System (PRS) building area on Station Road at Paltan Bazar. 'The Terminal' will provide rail passengers, families and other visitors a convenient space for dining, relaxation and leisure. According to NFR CPRO Kapinjal…

26 Oct

OPPO launches Find X10 series in India with 200MP cameras, prices start at Rs 1.39 lakh

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OPPO India has launched its Find X10 series of premium smart phones, introducing advanced imaging technology, artificial intelligence (AI)-powered features and upgraded performance alongside new connected devices. The lineup includes the OPPO Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max, with prices starting at Rs 1,39,999. The Find X10 features a dual 200MP camera system, while the Pro Max comes with an industry-first triple 200MP rear camera system co-developed with Hassel blad. Both models introduce Color OS 17, while the Pro Max is powered by Media Tek’s 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro processor. The smartphones feature batteries of up to 8,000m Ah,…

26 Oct

Renault launches Duster strong hybrid in India with 29 kmpl mileage

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Renault India has introduced its Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 technology in the new Renault Duster, marking a significant step in the company's electrification strategy. The SUV combines a 1.8-litre petrol engine, two electric motors and a 1.4 kWh lithium-ion battery to deliver a combined output of 160 PS and peak motor torque of 208 Nm. The hybrid system offers an ARAI-certified fuel efficiency of 29 kmpl and enables up to 80% of city driving in pure electric mode. Its Formula 1-inspired multi-mode automatic transmission features two electric gears and four petrol gears, enabling 15 drive combinations. The self-charging system eliminates…

26 Oct

IDBI Bank posts ₹2,205 crore Q2 profit, net interest income rises 29%

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IDBI Bank Ltd reported a net profit of ₹2,205 crore for the second quarter of FY2026-27, up 4% from ₹2,115 crore in the preceding quarter, as net interest income (NII) rose 29% year-on-year to ₹4,228 crore. The bank’s operating profit increased 33% quarter-on-quarter to ₹2,893 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. Excluding a one-off gain of ₹1,699 crore from the sale of its strategic investment in NSDL in Q2 FY2026, operating profit and net profit grew 59% and 14% year-on-year, respectively. Net interest margin (NIM) improved to 4.11%, up 40 basis points year-on-year and 50 basis points sequentially.…

26 Oct

Ampere opens new experience centre in Guwahati to boost electric scooter sales

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Greaves Electric Mobility has expanded Ampere’s retail and service network in Guwahati with the inauguration of a new dealership, BK Ampere Electrical Scooter, at Garigaon, Jalukbari, on Sunday. The new Ampere Experience Centre will showcase the company’s electric scooter portfolio and provide sales and service support under one roof. The range includes the Ampere Nexus EX+, featuring a 5 kW motor, Magnus GMax, Magnus Neo and the recently launched Reo Vyb, targeting families, daily commuters and younger riders. The Nexus EX+ and Magnus GMax are also available with more than 30 intelligent features powered by Intellipack. The portfolio features next-generation…

26 Oct

Shopsy unveils affordable festive collection for Durga Puja and Navratri celebrations

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Shopsy by Flipkart has unveiled a festive shopping assortment featuring affordable fashion, puja essentials, home décor, accessories and gifting options to help consumers prepare for Durga Puja and Navratri celebrations across India. The collection brings together traditional and contemporary products at accessible price points, with festive offers across categories. The assortment is organised under two key sections — Diwali Must-Haves and the Price Point Store — alongside three festive categories: Decorate Your Own/Home Furnishing, Festive Hampers and Festive Attire. For Durga Puja, the selection includes sarees, kurtis, ethnic sets, puja thalis, solahshringar kits, diyas, incense holders, torans, decorative lights and…