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Nairobi Emerges as Digital Hub, Attracts Investment from Asia and Europe

Nairobi Emerges as Digital Hub, Attracts Investment from Asia and Europe

Kenya has inaugurated East Africa’s largest data centre in Nairobi, a $200 million investment aiming to transform the country into a major digital services hub. The centre, powered by renewable energy, will serve regional governments and businesses with secure data storage and cloud solutions. The launch has drawn attention from international tech giants, including companies from India, South Korea, and the UK, who are exploring partnerships and expansion in the region. Kenya’s ICT Minister said the move would create thousands of jobs and boost connectivity across the continent. The digital leap in East Africa has prompted renewed interest in India-Africa…
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Chicago Sizzles at 43°C as Power Grid Faces Pressure

Chicago Sizzles at 43°C as Power Grid Faces Pressure

A blistering heatwave has gripped the Midwestern United States, with temperatures soaring to over 43°C (109°F) in parts of Illinois, Missouri, and Iowa. Chicago recorded its hottest day in nearly a decade on Wednesday, prompting city authorities to open cooling centers. The National Weather Service has issued excessive heat warnings for over 30 million Americans. Hospitals have reported a rise in heat-related illnesses, especially among children, the elderly, and outdoor workers. With the U.S. power grid under strain, some parts of Illinois experienced brief blackouts. Climate experts say such extreme events are no longer anomalies but signals of worsening global…
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Zinc futures prices upgrade on high demand

Zinc futures prices upgrade on high demand

New Delhi, Zinc prices rose by 70 paise to Rs 269.05 per kg in futures trade on Friday amid strong spot demand. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, the price of zinc contract for August delivery rose by 70 paise or 0.26 percent to Rs 269.05 per kg in a business turnover of 3,166 lots. Zinc prices rose in futures trade as participants increased the size of their deals following a rise in demand from consumer industries, market sources said.
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For projects at AMCH and Dibrugarh University, Assam CM lays the groundwork

For projects at AMCH and Dibrugarh University, Assam CM lays the groundwork

Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma laid the cornerstones for a number of large-scale infrastructure projects at Assam Medical College & Hospital (AMCH), Dibrugarh, on Thursday, marking a major step towards bolstering medical education and healthcare facilities in Upper Assam. The ceremony signaled the start of work on the AMCH campus in 504-Bigha on the teacher quarters and student hostels. The Public Works (Health & Education) Department is in charge of carrying out the Rs 357 crore project. In addition to separate residences for the Principal, Vice-Principals, and Medical Superintendent, the project will feature housing facilities for faculty members, including…
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Arunachal cops, govt shockingly unproductive: Family of missing Assam doctor

Arunachal cops, govt shockingly unproductive: Family of missing Assam doctor

Nearly two months after Dr. Debanjib Sharmah mysteriously vanished from Tulow Resort in Wakro, Arunachal Pradesh, on May 31, his family has accused the state police and the government of showing no urgency in the investigation. Expressing anguish and frustration, the family alleged that despite repeated assurances and the passage of over a month since DNA samples were collected, the probe remains "mission-less” and “shockingly unproductive.” What was initially touted as a Special Investigation Team (SIT) inquiry has, in their words, turned out to be “mere lip service.” Key events and lapses in the investigation May 31 Dr. Sharmah goes…
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Assam BJP announces names of new office bearers

Assam BJP announces names of new office bearers

President of the Assam Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Dilip Saikia, on July 25, announced the appointment of State Morcha Presidents, with two leaders from Guwahati securing key positions. Dilip Saikia, with the consent of the party’s National President JP Nadda, named Nabarun Medhi from Guwahati as the new president of the Scheduled Caste (SC) Morcha, while Pankaj Borbora, also from Guwahati, has been appointed to lead the Kisan Morcha.The fresh appointments reflect the party's growing focus on urban political leadership and grassroots engagement in the capital city. Alongside Guwahati's representation, other leaders across Assam have been appointed to lead…
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Amit Shah meets Assam Minister over drought crisis; central aid requested

Amit Shah meets Assam Minister over drought crisis; central aid requested

Union Home Minister Amit Shah and state Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Keshab Mahanta met today in New Delhi to talk about the growing drought-like conditions in Assam that have affected the agriculture industry. Minister Mahanta informed the Union Home Minister of the persistent drought-like conditions in a number of the state's districts during their meeting on Thursday and pleaded with the federal government to provide the required support. The minister told Amit Shah that the irregular and noticeably inadequate rainfall this season is causing severe water shortages in paddy fields in many Assamese districts, particularly in Lower, Upper, and…
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Salman Khan unveils Season 2 of Indian Supercross Racing League, set to accelerate motorsport in India

Salman Khan unveils Season 2 of Indian Supercross Racing League, set to accelerate motorsport in India

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan on Wednesday launched Season 2 of the Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL), announcing plans to invest in the league to help bring motorsport into the Indian mainstream. At a press event in Mumbai, Khan—already the face of ISRL—shared his vision of transforming the niche sport into a national phenomenon. “This league is about pushing boundaries,” he said, unveiling the ISRL Proving Grounds, a dedicated 7-acre facility near Pune for training youth riders and testing automotive innovations. The new season has already registered 155 international athletes, reflecting the growing global interest. ISRL will also introduce Fan Parks…
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Govt says all Sikkim villages have network, locals disagree

Govt says all Sikkim villages have network, locals disagree

The Union Ministry of Communications’ claim that Sikkim has achieved 100% mobile network coverage across all 68 border villages under the Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN) scheme has sparked criticism from tourists and local operators who report persistent connectivity issues in key destinations. While the Centre announced the installation of 11 new mobile towers, tourists travelling to Nathula Pass, Baba Mandir, and Tsongmo Lake highlighted frequent blackouts in these high-altitude areas. “There was no network after 3rd Mile Check Post. UPI and calls didn’t work — even Airtel failed,” said Surinder Singh, a tourist from Guwahati. Local driver Ajay Tamang confirmed,…
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Despite Centre’s 100% Network Connectivity Claim, Nathu La Border Faces Signal Drop

Despite Centre’s 100% Network Connectivity Claim, Nathu La Border Faces Signal Drop

A day after the Central Government declared that Sikkim has achieved 100% mobile network coverage across its 68 border villages, tourists and local drivers have raised concerns about persistent network issues in high-altitude tourist spots such as Nathu La Pass, Tsomgo Lake, and Baba Mandir. In a written statement to Sikkim MP Indra Hang Subba on July 23, the Union Ministry of Communications announced that 11 mobile towers had been installed under the Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN) scheme, covering all border villages. Sikkim and Assam were noted as the only Northeastern states to reach this milestone. However, on-ground experiences tell…
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