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18 Apr

ABD Maestro bags ‘Distiller of the Year’ at icons of Whisky 2026

Business BureauBusiness

ABD Maestro Pvt. Ltd., the super-premium and luxury spirits arm of Allied Blenders & Distillers (ABD), has been awarded ‘Distiller of the Year’ at the 15th Icons of Whisky India Awards 2026, marking a major milestone in its first year of operations. The company, which has built a portfolio of ten brands across categories and expressions within a year, was the only Indian firm to receive the honour alongside six global players. Held in Gurugram, the Icons of Whisky Awards are regarded as a global benchmark for excellence in whisky innovation, craftsmanship, and leadership. The recognition underscores ABD Maestro’s growing…

18 Apr

HPCL delivers over 201 lakh LPG cylinders in April surge, distributor network drives timely supply

Business BureauBusiness

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has delivered over 201 lakh LPG cylinders across India between April 1 and 16, underlining robust demand and the critical role of its distributor network in ensuring uninterrupted supply. The company said distributors remain the backbone of its LPG ecosystem, managing inventory, coordinating logistics, and ensuring timely deliveries across urban, semi-urban, and rural markets. With rising booking volumes, distributors have focused on faster stock rotation and efficient coordination with bottling plants and transport teams. HPCL reported supplying over 4.30 lakh 5-kg Free Trade LPG cylinders and more than 22,500 2-kg cylinders, catering to migrant workers…

18 Apr

Turkish Airlines revamps India routes menu with local flavours

Business BureauBusiness

Turkish Airlines has introduced a refreshed Economy Class catering service for Indian travellers, bringing locally curated menus onboard its Mumbai and Delhi flights from February 1, 2026. The move, part of the airline’s “OneTeam Passionately Turkish” initiative, aims to enhance passenger experience by blending Turkish hospitality with Indian culinary preferences. The airline said the new menus have been developed in collaboration with specialty chefs known for their expertise in regional cuisine. The outbound menu from India includes hot breakfast options such as omelette with tandoori paneer, chana masala with garlic spinach and poori, and banana pancakes. These are complemented by…

18 Apr

Arunachal Speaker Tesam Pongte Completes Census 2027 Self-Enumeration

nanika EditorArunachal Pradesh

In a proactive move designed to champion civic engagement and highlight the importance of the forthcoming Population Census 2027, the Speaker of the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly (APLA), Tesam Pongte, has officially completed his self-enumeration process. By leading the charge, the Speaker aims to set a powerful example for the citizens of the state, underscoring that active participation in this nationwide exercise is a fundamental responsibility of every resident. The initiative serves to spotlight the critical nature of the Census, which remains the cornerstone for effective policy formulation, strategic resource allocation, and long-term development planning. As authorities gear up for…

18 Apr

WhatsApp Business Rolls Out Advanced Filtering to Curb Spam Overload

anuprova EditorTechnology

Meta has officially rolled out an enhanced filtering system for WhatsApp Business, aimed at providing relief to entrepreneurs and customer support teams frequently overwhelmed by unsolicited messages. This update introduces sophisticated sorting capabilities, allowing business owners to isolate critical customer inquiries from automated marketing noise and potential spam. By leveraging new tab-based categorization, users can now instantly filter their inboxes by "Unread," "Groups," or custom labels, effectively decluttering their workspace in seconds. For small business owners who rely on WhatsApp as a primary communication channel, this update addresses a long-standing pain point. Previously, high-volume accounts often struggled to distinguish genuine…

18 Apr

Trauma care in focus: Experts flag rising road accidents, fragility fractures in India

Business BureauBusiness

With trauma emerging as a leading cause of death and disability in India, healthcare experts have called for a comprehensive approach combining prevention, early intervention, and advanced treatment to address the growing burden. At a press conference titled “Rebuilding Lives: Advancing Trauma Care in India,” clinicians and industry representatives highlighted the dual challenge of road traffic accidents and osteoporosis-related fragility fractures, which together account for a significant share of trauma cases nationwide. India continues to record a high number of road accidents, particularly affecting the young and economically productive population, often resulting in complex injuries such as long bone fractures…

18 Apr

Tragedy in Merapani as Two Children Die by Drowning in Pond

riya EditorAssam

Two children drowned in a pond in the Merapani area of Assam’s Golaghat district on Friday. The incident took place in the 2 No. Tarani locality when the children were reportedly playing near the pond. The deceased have been identified as Bidyanjyoti Chutia (6) and Nomom Gogoi (5). According to sources, Nomom Gogoi had come to visit his grandfather’s house from Kachamari along with his mother. At the time of the incident, family members were busy with other work, while the two children were playing nearby. It is suspected that they accidentally slipped into the pond. When the children were not found for some time, family…

17 Apr

LPG and Petroleum Supply in Assam Stable and Adequate: Nitin Bhatnagar

Paromita EditorAssam

The supply of domestic LPG cylinders and petroleum products in Assam remains stable and normal, with adequate stock available across the state, said Nitin Bhatnagar, Executive Director and State Head of Indian Oil’s AOD State Office. Addressing a press conference organised with Press Information Bureau (PIB) Guwahati, Bhatnagar stated that petrol, diesel, and LPG supplies are under control, supported by strong infrastructure, continuous monitoring, and coordination with the state government. Assam currently has 1,737 retail outlets, including 1,461 operated by oil marketing companies (OMCs) and 276 by private firms, backed by nine supply depots. Daily supply stands at around 2,935…

17 Apr

Narayana Schools, West Bengal sets a Landmark Performance in CBSE Class X Board Results 2026

Business BureauBusiness

Narayana Schools, West Bengal, has once again set a remarkable benchmark in academic excellence with its phenomenal performance in the CBSE Class X Board Examinations 2026. Leading this remarkable achievement are the Narayana schools state toppers: Naitik Dangi – 498/500 Mohip Bose – 498/500 Baijayanti Banerjee – 498/500 Speaking on this exceptional achievement, Priyanka Mukherjee, CEO, Narayana Group of Schools, West Bengal, said, “We are immensely proud of our students for their outstanding performance. These results are a reflection of their relentless effort, the unwavering support of parents, and the dedication of our educators. At Narayana, we believe in nurturing…

17 Apr

Tea Bodies Urge Narendra Modi to Allow Flexible Sale Options for Producers

Paromita EditorAssam

Four Assam-based tea organisations have urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to allow tea producers the freedom to choose how they sell their produce, instead of being mandatorily required to sell through public auction centres. The organisations—Assam Bought Leaf Tea Manufacturers’ Association (ABLTMA), North Eastern Tea Association (NETA), Bharatiya Cha Parishad (BCP), and North Bengal Tea Producers’ Welfare Association (NBTPWA)—stated that the cost of selling tea through auction centres often exceeds the net profit margins of producers, making the business increasingly unviable. In a joint representation submitted on April 16, the organisations called for amendments to government orders issued in February…