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07 Aug

Titan Intech Q1 PAT jumps 42.6%; bets big on AI-driven 3D EdTech

Business BureauBusiness

Titan Intech Limited (BSE: TITANIN - 521005), a global software solutions leader, reported a robust 42.6% year-on-year rise in profit after tax (PAT) at Rs. 0.64 crore for Q1 FY26, as per its Board Meeting outcome on July 31. Net sales stood at Rs. 4.97 crore, up 3.18% from the previous year. Sequentially, while revenue dipped from Rs. 5.78 crore in Q4 FY25, EBITDA surged 20.9% to Rs. 1.62 crore, showcasing improved operational efficiency. In a move to boost liquidity and investor participation, the Board approved increasing authorized share capital from Rs. 55 crore to Rs. 100 crore and a…

07 Aug

Land dispute sparks tensions in Upper Assam, CM appeals for peaceful action

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Amid growing unrest in parts of Upper Assam over alleged land encroachment by Bengali-speaking Muslims, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has made a strong appeal to the people of Assam to stand up for their land and culture—but only within the bounds of law. While acknowledging the widespread anger among the indigenous Assamese communities, he warned that any threat to their identity would be met with serious consequences. Speaking on the sidelines of a public event in Guwahati on Wednesday, Sarma said the public has every right to resist what he called “illegal encroachment,” but urged that such resistance must…

07 Aug

Dhaka’s Biggest Tree-Planting Drive to Cool the Capital

Mohini BarmanBangladesh

Bangladesh’s capital, Dhaka, has launched the “Green Dhaka Initiative,” a plan to plant 1 million trees within the city limits over the next three years to curb rising temperatures and improve air quality. Roadside avenues and public parks are the primary focus. The campaign is backed by the Ministry of Environment and local civic groups, with schools mobilized for maintenance and planting activities. Climate models suggest the urban canopy could reduce city temperatures by up to 3°C in summer months. This green effort resonates with climate plans in Indian cities like Delhi and Kolkata, which are also seeking ways to…

07 Aug

A unit of the Assam Yoga Science College was inaugurated at Jamunamukh

Banasree SarkarAssam

The Assam Yoga Science College, one of the state's top schools for teaching yoga sports, opened a branch at Jamunamukh. Prabhat Chandra Borah, Vice-President of the All India Yoga Federation and International Yoga Referee, formally opened the college's unit with a candle-lighting ceremony. Dambaru Saikia, a well-known social organizer and educationist, presided over an event that was also conducted at the Jamunamukh Sankardev Vidyaniketan premises on this occasion. Yoga master Prabhat Chandra Borah spoke, emphasizing the value of yoga sports instruction in the modern world. In addition to the faculty, students, and parents of Jamunamukh Sankardev Vidyaniketan, the event was…

07 Aug

California Implements First-U.S. Wildfire Prevention Tax

Mohini BarmanInternational

California has introduced a first-of-its-kind environmental tax to combat its worsening wildfire seasons. The levy imposes an additional $50 annual fee on high-risk homeowners—those with properties in forested or brush-heavy zones. Revenue will fund vegetation thinning, controlled burns, and firefighter resources. State officials project that the fund could raise $500 million annually, significantly enhancing wildfire resiliency. Critics, however, argue it may burden lower-income families living in at-risk areas. Experts in Himalayan regions of India, Nepal, and Bhutan see this model as potentially replicable, given increasing fire threats. Many are now evaluating how a similar levy could bolster mountain community safety.

06 Aug

Crude oil futures upgrade due to spot demand

editorBusiness, News

New Delhi, Crude oil prices rose by Rs 15 to Rs 5,763 per barrel in futures trade on Wednesday as traders increased the size of their deals following strong spot demand. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, the price of crude oil contract for August delivery rose by Rs 15 or 0.26 percent to Rs 5,763 per barrel in a business of 8,675 lots. Analysts said crude oil prices rose in futures trade as participants increased their deals. Globally, West Texas Intermediate crude was trading 0.58 percent higher at $65.54 per barrel in New York, while Brent crude rose 0.62 percent…

06 Aug

Tokyo to Host Historic Carbon-Neutral Olympics in 2028

editorInternational

Japan has announced that the 2028 Summer Olympics in Tokyo will be fully powered by renewable energy sources, making it the first carbon-neutral Olympic event. The plan includes solar stadiums, hydrogen-fueled transport, and zero-waste venues. Organizers say the initiative will not only reduce emissions but also showcase Japan’s clean energy leadership. Sponsorship packages will involve joint ventures with Indian and European green energy firms. With the NEP 2020 promoting sustainability education in India, and Nepal and Bangladesh expanding renewable infrastructure, this initiative offers a shared template for South Asian sports diplomacy and eco-governance.

06 Aug

Precision in Action: Medanta’s Advanced Radiation Oncology for Complex Cancers

Business BureauBusiness

In a significant step towards enhancing access to world-class healthcare to Nagaland, Gurgaon-based Medanta – The Medicity, which has been ranked India’s Best Private Hospital by Newsweek for six consecutive years, organized a CME in Kohima on the topic “CyberKnife Radiosurgery for Benign and Malignant Lesions”. Led by Dr. Tejinder Kataria, Chairperson, Radiation Oncology, Cancer Institute, Medanta, Gurugram, the event was to spread awareness and educate medical practitioners about CyberKnife radiosurgery — a non-invasive, high-precision treatment that uses focused radiation to target cancerous and noncancerous tumours without harming the surrounding tissue, and without making incisions. The event also emphasized the…

06 Aug

‘Shape of Momo’ to compete at 72nd San Sebastián International Film Festival

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkimese filmmaker Tribeny Rai has earned a place on the global stage with her debut feature film, Shape of Momo (Nepali title: Chhora Jastai), being selected for the 72nd San Sebastián International Film Festival in Spain. The film will compete in the prestigious ‘New Directors’ category, a segment renowned for spotlighting the most promising emerging voices in world cinema.This selection marks a historic moment—not just for Rai as a first-time feature director, but also for Sikkim and the broader Indian Nepali-speaking community, whose stories are seldom represented at such prominent international film events. Set in Rai’s home villages of Nandok…

06 Aug

Assamese farmers’ lost history is revived by Haurí Utsav

Banasree SarkarAssam

At the historic Santak Na Gaon agricultural area in Assam's Sivasagar district, the Haurí Utsav was celebrated with great enthusiasm to revive the fading traditions of Assamese farmers. The festival aimed to reconnect the younger generation with Assam’s rich agricultural and cultural heritage, highlighting the significance of age-old farming practices that once formed the backbone of rural life. The event saw active participation from local residents, farmers, students, and cultural enthusiasts who gathered to witness traditional farming demonstrations, folk music, and vibrant dance performances. These activities reflected the deep-rooted bond between agriculture and culture in Assamese society. Through workshops, storytelling,…