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20 May

Tvs Racing successfully concludes Nationwide Training & Selection Program for Tvs India Omc 2026

Business BureauBusiness

Building on over four decades of racing excellence, TVS Racing today announced the successful completion of the TVS India One Make Championship (OMC) 2026 Training & Selection Program. Conducted across four cities in India, the initiative reaffirmed TVS Racing’s long-standing commitment to identifying, training and nurturing the next generation of racing talent in the country. The final selection round was held between May 15 and May 17, 2026 at the Madras International Circuit (MIC), Chennai. Over 120 participants took part in the program across multiple categories - Women, Media, Rookie, Electric and TVS Apache RR310 Expert categories. TVS India One…

20 May

Tata AIA Life Insurance Declares Its Highest-Ever Bonus of ₹2,173 Crore for Participating Policyholders in FY26

Business BureauBusiness

Tata AIA Life Insurance, one of India’s leading life insurers, has announced its highest-ever bonus payout of ₹2,173 crore for the financial year ending March 31, 2026, for its participating (par) policyholders. Over 8.74 lakh policies will benefit from this payout an 18% leap over last year’s ₹1,842 crore, and the largest bonus declaration in the Company's history.The bonus has been declared across eligible participating insurance plans, reaffirming Tata AIA's steadfast commitment to helping consumers achieve their long-term financial goals while ensuring protection for their loved ones.Among other participating plans, the bonus has been declared for key participating plans such…

20 May

Tvs Venu to take a stake in Jana Small Finance Bank

Business BureauBusiness

TVS VENU has agreed to acquire a minority stake in Jana Small Finance Bank Limited through a combination of primary issuance of warrants and a secondary purchase for an equity ownership of up to 9.9% on a fully diluted basis, which includes 4.9% to be owned by TVS Motor Company, subject to all applicable approvals. TVS VENU has a long-standing presence in India’s financial services sector through TVS Credit Services, a leading Non-Banking Financial Companies offering consumer and retail loans to millions of customers across India. It has also signed definitive agreements to acquire 100% stake in PGIM India Asset…

20 May

Shri Jayant Chaudhary Represents India at Uganda Presidential Swearing-In Ceremony

Business BureauBusiness

Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Government of India, recently visited Uganda to represent India at the swearing-in ceremony of H.E. Gen. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, President of the Republic of Uganda.During the visit, Shri Chaudhary conveyed a message of solidarity and goodwill from the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, and the people of India on the occasion of President Museveni assuming his seventh term in office. Highlighting the importance of political continuity and stability in fostering national development, Shri Chaudhary acknowledged Uganda’s steady progress and…

20 May

Tvs Motor Company Inducts Ravindran Shanmugam as Independent director

Business BureauBusiness

TVS Motor Company (TVSM), part of TVS Venu Group, and a reputed two and three-wheeler manufacturer globally — announced the induction of Mr. Ravindran Shanmugam as independent director of the company for a period of five consecutive years effective May 13, 2026 subject to approval of the shareholders. Mr. Ravindran Shanmugam is a seasoned technology entrepreneur and business leader with extensive experience in scaling consumer-focused businesses, digital transformation, and AI-led platforms across global markets. He is currently the Co-founder and Executive Chairman of Mablle, an AI-enabled interior design and renovation platform based in Singapore. He also worked as a management…

20 May

Sayaji Hotels enters Sikkim with launch of Effotel by Sayaji in Gangtok

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Sayaji Hotels has expanded its presence in the Northeast with the launch of Effotel by Sayaji in Gangtok, marking the hospitality group’s entry into Sikkim’s growing tourism market. The new property, located in Tathangchen near the popular Ridge Park, was officially announced on May 15. Situated at an altitude of around 1,650 metres, Gangtok is known for its views of Mt Kanchenjunga, monasteries, lakes and vibrant tourist activity. The hotel is strategically located close to Ridge Park and MG Marg, giving visitors easy access to key cultural and commercial areas of the city. Effotel by Sayaji features 32 rooms, including…

19 May

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey Targets Congress Over 1961 Language Movement as Barak Valley Observes Language Martyrs’ Day

Paromita EditorAssam

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on May 19 launched a sharp attack on the Congress and India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru over the 1961 language movement in Assam, alleging that the then Congress-led government had attempted to “fragment” Assam during a politically sensitive period. In a post on X, Dubey claimed that during the 1960s, when the country was facing the threat of Chinese aggression, the Congress government tried to create divisions and tensions between Assamese-speaking and Bengali-speaking communities in Assam. Referring to the police firing on Bengali language protesters in Barak Valley on May 19, 1961, he described the…

19 May

Assam Vigilance Team Arrests Kokrajhar Forest Officer in Bribery Case

Paromita EditorAssam

The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption, Assam, has arrested a Divisional Forest Officer of Kokrajhar district on charges of accepting a bribe in connection with the release of payment bills. According to an official press release issued on May 19, the arrested officer has been identified as Abinash Basumatary, Divisional Forest Officer of the Parbatjhora Forest Division in Kokrajhar district under the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). The vigilance department stated that a complaint was lodged alleging that Basumatary had demanded Rs 9.75 lakh from a complainant for clearing pending bills. Unwilling to pay the full amount, the complainant approached the…

19 May

Assam Crime Branch Summons Randeep Surjewala in Passport Controversy Probe

Paromita EditorAssam

The Assam Crime Branch has summoned Congress MP and senior party leader Randeep Singh Surjewala to appear before investigators in Guwahati on May 23 in connection with an ongoing probe linked to allegations surrounding the passport records and citizenship status of Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The investigation began after Congress leaders, including party spokesperson Pawan Khera, raised allegations regarding alleged irregularities in Riniki Bhuyan Sarma’s passport-related documents. Following the remarks, criminal complaints were lodged against Khera at the Guwahati Crime Branch under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. According to sources, the summons…

19 May

Yamaha strengthens premium bike push with ‘The Call of the Blue’ event in Kolkata

Purbalee DuttaNorth East

The Yamaha Motor India Group organised its ‘The Call of the Blue’ Weekend event in Kolkata on May 17, drawing over 3,000 riders, enthusiasts and fans to ECO Park Gate 4 in Newtown as the company intensified its focus on strengthening brand engagement in India’s premium two-wheeler segment. The event featured a range of rider-focused activities including Gymkhana rides, slow balancing challenges, gaming arenas and safety riding classes. Open to both Yamaha and non-Yamaha users, the initiative aimed to expand community participation while promoting responsible riding practices and showcasing Yamaha’s racing-inspired product portfolio. The company also hosted immersive gaming experiences…