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04 Aug

New Passageway to Protect Migratory Species from Habitat Loss

Mohini BarmanInternational

Kenya has inaugurated the largest wildlife corridor in Africa, connecting Tsavo East and West National Parks. Stretching over 100 kilometers, the corridor aims to facilitate safe migration for elephants, lions, and other endangered species. Built through a partnership between the Kenyan government and the African Wildlife Foundation, the project involved land acquisition from private owners and the construction of underground roads for vehicles to reduce animal-vehicle collisions. It’s a groundbreaking model of human-wildlife coexistence. Wildlife experts in Assam and Terai regions are taking cues from this corridor’s success, considering similar models to reconnect fragmented elephant corridors. Conservationists from Nepal and…

02 Aug

Suzlon Energy shares upgrade over 6% after new order

editorBusiness, News

Suzlon Energy shares jumped over 6% on Friday afternoon after it received a new order of 381 MW from Zelestra India and its affiliates. The shares were trading 6.3% higher at ₹65 per share on the NSE. Suzlon Group has received an order of 381 MW from Zelestra India and its affiliates. The 381 MW project, which comprises 127 of Suzlon's S144 turbines, will be spread across Maharashtra (180 MW), Madhya Pradesh (180 MW) and Tamil Nadu (21 MW). The project is a part of SJVN's FDRE bid in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, while the Tamil Nadu portion will serve…

02 Aug

Renault takes full control of Chennai plant, eyes India as global growth hub

Business BureauBusiness

Renault Group has acquired full ownership of its Chennai-based Renault Nissan Automotive India Private Ltd (RNAIPL) plant by purchasing Nissan’s 51% stake, marking a pivotal step in its international expansion strategy. With India being the world’s third-largest automotive market, the Group aims to strengthen both local sales and exports, targeting the country as a central hub in its International Game Plan 2027. The move follows the recent inauguration of Renault's largest design center outside France and the launch of the new Renault Triber — the first of four new models planned for the Indian market. Stéphane Deblaise has been appointed…

02 Aug

District road safety committee reviews progress on key directives in Sonitpur

editorAssam

The District Road Safety Committee (DRSC) met in the District Commissioner's Office conference hall in Sonitpur to assess the status of activities performed in response to directives given during the last session. Twahir Alam, Additional District Commissioner, presided over the meeting, which was attended by Tezpur Municipal Board Chairperson Ramen Tamuli, Additional Superintendent of Police (HQ) Madhurima Das, DRSC Member Secretary Ajit Kumar Medhi, and other committee members. Initially, the status of measures conducted in compliance with the directions issued at the previous DRSC meeting was examined. The committee undertook in-depth talks on various critical road safety concerns, including the…

02 Aug

Flash floods worsen NH-10 condition, MP seeks Central help

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim's lone Lok Sabha MP, Indra Hang Subba, met Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on August 1, pressing for urgent flood control and restoration measures along National Highway-10, which connects Sikkim to the rest of India. Subba submitted a memorandum highlighting the highway’s vulnerability to monsoon-induced landslides and floods, particularly along the Teesta River stretch in Kalimpong, West Bengal. He flagged the recurring damage between Sevoke and Melli as life-threatening for commuters and locals. The October 2023 flash flood, which altered the Teesta's course and raised the riverbed, worsened the situation with silt and debris accumulation, he…

02 Aug

Residents Welcome Crackdown on Late-Night Disturbances

Mohini BarmanInternational

In response to growing complaints about noise pollution, the Paris City Council has passed a new ‘Quiet Nights’ ordinance, banning amplified music, street performances, and loud gatherings in residential zones between 10 PM and 7 AM. Violators face fines up to €150 and potential suspension of entertainment licenses. The policy is a response to health data linking chronic noise exposure to sleep disorders, anxiety, and hypertension. Authorities will increase night-time patrols, particularly in hotspots like Le Marais and Montmartre. Urban experts from Mumbai, Dhaka, and Kathmandu, cities with similar density issues, are observing the implementation. There’s growing discourse in South…

02 Aug

After 6+ Years, Red Panda Cubs Born In Sikkim Zoo

Purbalee DuttaNews, Sikkim

The birth of two red panda cubs at the Himalayan Zoological Park near Gangtok, Sikkim, has revitalized its red panda conservation efforts after a seven-year gap. Born on June 15 to parents Lucky-II and Mirak, the cubs mark the first litter for the pair. Park authorities officially announced the news on August 1, calling it a major achievement for the Red Panda Conservation Programme, which began in 1997. Director Sangay Gyatso explained that the programme had faced setbacks over the past seven years, including two outbreaks of canine distemper—a deadly viral disease affecting carnivores—that significantly reduced the captive red panda…

02 Aug

E-Commerce Giant’s Sky Ambitions Take Flight in California and Texas

Mohini BarmanInternational

Amazon has announced the expansion of its Prime Air drone delivery service to additional U.S. cities, including Los Angeles and Austin, aiming to reduce delivery times to under 30 minutes. The service, which began with limited trials in Lockeford, California, has now been scaled up with FAA approval. The drones can carry up to 5 pounds of packages and are equipped with AI-powered obstacle avoidance systems. According to Amazon, nearly 80% of customer orders fall within this weight range. Officials say the system is part of Amazon’s push toward sustainable logistics, as the drones are fully electric. This model could…

02 Aug

Justice gets a boost: ₹52.25 cr Kamrup Court Complex opens in Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday inaugurated the state-of-the-art Kamrup District Court Complex at Amingaon, underscoring the need for a faster and more efficient judicial system to ensure a robust democracy. Addressing the gathering at the formal opening of the ₹52.25 crore facility, Sarma declared that justice delayed continues to undermine both victims and the accused. “Justice delayed is justice denied,” the Chief Minister said, calling for collective and innovative steps to strengthen the justice delivery mechanism in Assam. “The faster justice is served, the stronger our democracy becomes,” he asserted.Built over an area of 13,303 square metres,…

02 Aug

Shopsy turns 4, surpasses 450M downloads, deepens reach into tier 4+ cities

Business BureauBusiness

Shopsy by Flipkart marked its fourth anniversary with a major milestone—crossing 450 million downloads and expanding delivery to over 19,000 pin codes across India. The platform, built for value-conscious shoppers, added 11.5 million new users this year, many from Tier 4+ regions such as Bhagalpur, Medinipur, Dunda, and Rajnagar, underscoring its growing rural footprint. With over 16 million products across 1,300+ categories, Shopsy continues to strengthen its "Bharat-first" selection strategy by curating regional catalogs that reflect hyperlocal needs and trends. Demand surged in kidswear (up 150%) and large appliances (up 20%), while the Grand Shopsy Mela and End of Season…