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86% in East India see dengue, malaria as year-round threat: Goodknight Survey

86% in East India see dengue, malaria as year-round threat: Goodknight Survey

A new survey by Goodknight, India’s leading household insecticide brand under Godrej Consumer Products Ltd. (GCPL), has revealed that 81% of Indians fear mosquito-borne diseases like dengue and malaria can strike at any time of the year, not just during monsoons. East India showed the highest concern, with 86% respondents agreeing to the year-round risk, followed by West (81%) and North and South (80%). The pan-India study, conducted by YouGov, highlights how climate change, urbanisation and changing environmental conditions have led to year-round breeding of mosquitoes. India recorded over 2.33 lakh dengue cases last year, underscoring the need for constant…
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Bangladesh Introduces ‘Carbon Tag’ for Every New Vehicle

Bangladesh Introduces ‘Carbon Tag’ for Every New Vehicle

In a pioneering move, Bangladesh has rolled out a digital “Carbon Tag” system for all new vehicle registrations. Each vehicle's carbon emissions—based on engine type and fuel efficiency—will be digitally displayed on the license record. The system includes a scaled registration tax, offering reduced fees for low-emission vehicles and higher fees for polluting models. Traffic authorities and environmental groups say this incentivizes clean automobile choices among consumers. The initiative is drawing attention from policymakers in India, Nepal, and Bhutan, who are considering similar eco-labeling systems to promote sustainable transport as part of their green mobility strategies.
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Assam Congress Chief requests that PM Modi conduct an impartial investigation into Karbi Anglong’s illicit quarrying

Assam Congress Chief requests that PM Modi conduct an impartial investigation into Karbi Anglong’s illicit quarrying

Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gaurav Gogoi on Friday formally requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to order an independent investigation into alleged illegal quarrying in the Panimura Range of Karbi Anglong district. In his letter, Gogoi expressed serious concern over quarrying operations reportedly taking place without valid environmental clearances, which he said are posing significant risks to the ecological balance, public safety, and the legal regulatory framework. According to the Congress leader, while quarry operators were initially permitted to extract three lakh cubic meters of stone over a seven-year period beginning in 2017, actual extraction has reportedly crossed 80…
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Federal Lease Boost: Free Insulin Kits Distributed to Low-Income Diabetics

Federal Lease Boost: Free Insulin Kits Distributed to Low-Income Diabetics

Facing mounting pressure over insulin affordability, the U.S. government has initiated a three-month emergency distribution of free insulin starter kits to low-income individuals—especially children and seniors—across 15 states. Approximately 120,000 kits will be delivered via pharmacies, clinics, and outreach programs. President Biden called it an “urgent public health fix” tied to stalled insulin price caps in Congress. Advocacy groups have cautiously welcomed the move, noting it offers vital short-term relief while long-term reforms are debated. Public health planners across South Asia—particularly in Bangladesh, Nepal, and India’s rural districts—want to replicate such emergency measures to aid insulin-dependent populations in regions where…
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Approach Communications bags Sure Real Pictures PR & Communications Account

Approach Communications bags Sure Real Pictures PR & Communications Account

Approach Communications, an award-winning PR and Communications agency, has been appointed as the official PR and Communications partner for Sure Real Pictures, an innovative production house dedicated to crafting compelling stories for Gen Z and Millennials. This partnership marks a significant step for Sure Real Pictures as it launches its debut feature film, Liberation, and embarks on an ambitious journey to create impactful films, web series, and digital content for a global audience. Sure Real Pictures, founded by Kanishk Kadam and Ankit Kadam, is focused on delivering thought-provoking narratives that resonate with younger generations. Their debut film, Liberation (2025), directed…
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CGC Jhanjeri transitions into CGC University, Mohali with industry-integrated vision

CGC Jhanjeri transitions into CGC University, Mohali with industry-integrated vision

Chandigarh Group of Colleges (CGC), Jhanjeri has officially transitioned into CGC University, Mohali, marking a significant milestone in its 25-year legacy. The announcement was made at a high-profile press conference at JW Marriott, Chandigarh, attended by academic leaders and corporate representatives from IBM, KPMG, EY, Cognitel, Microsoft, Autodesk, Meta, and Imarticus Learning. Founder Chancellor S. Rashpal Singh Dhaliwal described the move as his “commitment to society,” stressing that quality education must be accessible to all. Managing Director Arsh Dhaliwal highlighted his vision of making CGC University India’s first “Industry-Integrated Learning Capital”, bridging academia and employability with futuristic, tech-enabled curricula. The…
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“Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” plantation drive off-cycle rally flagged by Tuliram Ronghang

“Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” plantation drive off-cycle rally flagged by Tuliram Ronghang

Over 1,250 bikers took part in the enormous 27-kilometer bike rally that was started by Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) Chief Executive Member Tuliram Ronghang from KASA Stadium in Diphu to Borlangfer along Lumding Road. Along with other KAAC executives, Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forest (APCCF) Vipin Kumar Bansal, and other forest officials, Ronghang planted tree saplings at the Karbi Anglong Sports Association (KASA) facility prior to the rally. Under the idea "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam," the event signaled the beginning of a comprehensive awareness campaign for widespread plantations. Ronghang said in his speech that the cycling rally…
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Titas Footwear secures Mohta family backing, announces Rs 50 cr investment for expansion

Titas Footwear secures Mohta family backing, announces Rs 50 cr investment for expansion

Kolkata-based footwear brand Titas Footwear Pvt. Ltd. has entered a new growth phase with the Mohta family acquiring a majority stake and committing an investment of ₹50 crore over the next three years. The move marks a strategic shift after three decades of operations under Global Footwear & Leathercraft Industries. A new leadership team led by Anirudh Mohta will oversee the company’s transition, focusing on brand development, retail expansion, and customer-centric innovation. “Titas is synonymous with quality, comfort and longevity. Our aim is to make Titas a preferred family footwear destination with world-class products,” Mohta said. The newly formed company…
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Screen Awards 2025 goes digital-first with YouTube, unlock new market opportunities

Screen Awards 2025 goes digital-first with YouTube, unlock new market opportunities

The Indian Express Group has redefined the Screen Awards 2025 with a digital-first strategy, announcing YouTube as the exclusive partner to stream the event. The shift underscores a growing trend in India’s entertainment economy, where cinema and digital platforms increasingly converge to tap into evolving consumer habits. Executive Director Anant Goenka highlighted that the awards will honour storytelling beyond box office numbers, while YouTube India’s Managing Director Gunjan Soni described the partnership as a cultural and commercial milestone, merging Bollywood stars with influential digital creators. With YouTube reaching four out of five internet users in India and generating over 7.5…
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Abbott launches FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus in India with real-time glucose monitoring and alarms

Abbott launches FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus in India with real-time glucose monitoring and alarms

Global healthcare leader Abbott has introduced its latest diabetes management innovation, the Free Style Libre 2 Plus sensor, in India. The next-generation device provides automatic glucose readings every minute directly to a smartphone, along with optional alarms for high or low sugar levels. This advancement eliminates the need for routine fingersticks, giving people with diabetes more confidence and freedom in managing their health. India, home to over 101 million people with diabetes—the world’s second-largest population—faces a growing demand for real-time management tools. Abbott’s technology has already transformed care for more than seven million people globally. Studies show FreeStyleLibre technology can…
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