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13 Oct

Harsh Vardhan Shringla tours landslide-hit Darjeeling, pushes for swift relief and rehabilitation

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Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Vardhan Shringla has undertaken a four-day assessment from October 6 to 9 across landslide-affected regions of Darjeeling district, including Dudhiya, Mirik, Thurbo, Poobong, Pokhriabong, and Tabakoshi, to oversee relief and rehabilitation operations. In his capacity as President of the Darjeeling Welfare Society, Shringla coordinated the distribution of critical relief materials, including food supplies, blankets, utensils, tarpaulins, and spades, and extended financial assistance to families who lost loved ones and individuals seriously injured. During the visit, Shringla, accompanied by West Bengal Governor Dr. C.V. Ananda Bose for the Dudhiya inspection, recommended urgent measures including temporary Bailey Bridge…

13 Oct

Foxconn to invest Rs 15,000 crore in Tamil Nadu

Purbalee DuttaLatest

On October 13, the Tamil Nadu government announced that Foxconn, the manufacturer of iPhones, has pledged an investment of ₹15,000 crore in the state, along with the creation of 14,000 new jobs. State Industries Minister TRB Rajaa highlighted this as the largest investment commitment Tamil Nadu has ever received. Taking to X, Rajaa stated, “The largest-ever engineering jobs commitment for Tamil Nadu! Foxconn commits ₹15,000 crore and 14,000 high-value jobs! Engineers, get ready!” To facilitate this major investment, the state’s investment promotion agency, Guidance Tamil Nadu, will establish a dedicated desk for Foxconn to ensure faster regulatory clearances. The minister…

13 Oct

Prime Minister Modi opens the first livestock IVF lab in the Northeast in Guwahati

Banasree SarkarAssam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated the first livestock in-vitro fertilization (IVF) facility in the Northeast in Guwahati, Assam, marking a significant milestone in the transformation of the dairy industry in the region. The recently opened facility represents a significant advancement in animal research and a boost to rural livelihoods. With the use of cutting-edge reproductive technologies, the Guwahati IVF Lab will be essential to raising cow productivity, protecting native breeds, and assisting dairy producers. The laboratory seeks to close productivity gaps and guarantee sustainable dairy development throughout the Northeast by promoting the production of high-quality embryos and genetic improvement. By…

13 Oct

CID discovers a “definite angle” in the death case of Zubeen Garg following the Viscera report: CM Himanta

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday revealed that the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has found a “definite angle” in the mysterious death of popular singer Zubeen Garg, following the receipt of his viscera report from the Central Forensic Laboratory (CFL) in New Delhi. Speaking during a Facebook Live session, Sarma said the laboratory’s findings have provided crucial leads that could help investigators piece together the final moments of the late artist’s life. “The Central Forensic Laboratory in Delhi has given us the viscera report. I am happy to say that now the CID has got a definite angle…

11 Oct

Kolkata Heart Institute pioneers dual-chamber leadless pacemaker implantation in Eastern India

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Rabindra Nath Tagore Heart Institute (RTIICS) has marked a significant milestone in cardiac care by successfully implanting two dual-chamber leadless pacemakers on the same day, on October 8. The procedures, performed by Dr. Debdatta Bhattacharyya and his team, employed the latest AVEIR technology, positioning the institute as the first centre in Eastern India to offer such advanced cardiac rhythm management. Unlike traditional pacemakers that require wires and chest incisions, the AVEIR system is entirely wireless and minimally invasive. Inserted via a thin catheter, the device is the size of a vitamin capsule, reduces post-surgical discomfort, lowers infection risk, and offers…

11 Oct

Xiaomi expands customer care network with 10 premium service centres across India

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Global technology leader Xiaomi has announced the launch of 10 Premium Service Centres across major Indian cities, redefining the after-sales experience with faster service, comfort-driven design, and hands-on product engagement. The centres are now operational in Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Kochi, while Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai, Pune, and Ahmedabad will follow soon. According to Sudhin Mathur, Chief Operating Officer, Xiaomi India, “Our goal has always been to build more than products — we aim to create lasting connections with our users. These centres reflect our commitment to elevate the customer experience and strengthen our bond with the community.” Each centre…

11 Oct

To encourage local innovation and entrepreneurship, Sikkim starts a cohort program

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Sikkim government launched a Cohort programme on Thursday at the Digital Nomad Village, Yakten. Organised by the District Administrative Centre (DAC) Pakyong in collaboration with Nomad Village, the initiative aims to connect aspiring and established entrepreneurs with professionals across India specializing in technology, marketing, finance, and design. The programme provides an intensive platform for entrepreneurs to engage in problem-solving sessions, brainstorm innovative solutions, and address practical challenges in their businesses. By promoting knowledge sharing and mentorship, the initiative seeks to nurture local talent and foster sustainable business growth across the state. Speaking at the launch, Member of Parliament Indra…

11 Oct

Fall Of Bira 91

Purbalee DuttaNews

A minor legal name change has led to major regulatory and operational disruptions for B9 Beverages, the parent company of Bira 91 beer. Over 250 employees have signed a petition seeking the removal of founder Ankur Jain, citing mismanagement, unpaid salaries, and outstanding vendor payments, according to The Economic Times. The issues began when the company changed its name from B9 Beverages Private Limited to B9 Beverages Limited in FY 2023–24, removing the word "Private." Though seemingly minor, the change caused states to view it as a new entity, resulting in immediate bans on Bira 91 sales. Fresh approvals, licenses,…

11 Oct

Not Just Muscle: The Smart Power of Richa Ghosh’s World Cup Surge

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During a Senior Women’s T20 Trophy match in October 2019, Bengal found themselves at 35/2 after 10.3 overs when 16-year-old Richa Ghosh came out to bat. At the Saurashtra Cricket Stadium in Rajkot, she would go on to score 67 runs off 36 balls, hitting two sixes and nine fours, which helped Bengal reach a total of 136/7 – with over 100 runs being made after the 10-over mark. Bengal's victory over Delhi by 60 runs that day was more than sufficient. Richa believes that the knock was instrumental in her receiving a call-up to the Indian squad at the…

11 Oct

Historic Near-Earth Passage Observed Over South Pole

Mohini BarmanInternational

October 2025, the meter-sized asteroid 2025 TF passed just 428±7 km above the surface of Antarctica — one of the closest near-Earth flybys ever recorded. Though it posed no danger, the event offers scientists a rare opportunity to study asteroid dynamics at close range. Observatories and radar stations in the Southern Hemisphere mobilized to collect data. The event was part of ongoing research into near-Earth objects (NEOs) and planetary defense. It underscores how even small space objects can come astonishingly close to Earth. For science media worldwide, the story is a compelling space event. For South Asian science outlets (Nepal,…