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Malabar Gold & Diamonds announces the expansion of its flagship Hunger Free World initiative to Ethiopia

Malabar Gold & Diamonds announces the expansion of its flagship Hunger Free World initiative to Ethiopia

Malabar Gold & Diamonds, India’s leading jewellery retailer and the world’s fifth largest, has announced the global expansion of its flagship Hunger Free World initiative to Ethiopia. Following successful implementations in India and Zambia, the program aims to provide daily meals and educational support to children, targeting 10,000 students in Ethiopia by 2026 with an investment of USD 864,000. The announcement was made at the Malabar International Hub in Dubai Gold Souq, where Vice Chairman Abdul Salam K.P handed over the Letter of Intent to H.E. Asmelash Bekele, Consul General of Ethiopia in Dubai. “Extending this program to Ethiopia is…
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Esha Singh wins her first medal in an individual world championship

Esha Singh wins her first medal in an individual world championship

Esha Singh, a former Asian, Mixed Team, and Junior World champion, added another feather to her crown when she won bronze in the women's 25-meter pistol Olympic event at the Olympic Shooting Range in Cairo, Egypt, earning her first individual world championship medal. With a final score of 30, the Indian behind both Korea's current Olympic champion Yang Jiin (gold, score: 40) and in-form Chinese Yao Qianxun (silver, score: 38). At the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Championship Rifle/Pistol, Cairo 2025, Esha's effort coincided with India's historic collection of one gold, three silver, and three bronze medals from their…
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Mamoni Raisom Goswami, a literary hero, is honored in Assam on her 83rd birthday

Mamoni Raisom Goswami, a literary hero, is honored in Assam on her 83rd birthday

The 83rd birth anniversary of celebrated Ramayani scholar, acclaimed writer, and Jnanpith awardee Dr. Indira Goswami, popularly known as Mamoni Raisom Goswami, was observed on Friday at Kumar Bhaskar Natya Mandir in Uzan Bazar. The event, organized by the South East Asia Ramayan Research Centre—founded by Dr. Goswami herself—brought together literary enthusiasts, scholars, and cultural icons to honor her remarkable legacy. Retired Lieutenant General Rana Pratap Kalita attended as the chief guest, while former Tezpur University professor Dr. Pradip Jyoti Mahanta was the guest of honour. Several distinguished personalities from Assam’s literary and cultural circles were also present. Addressing the…
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Union Minister of Commerce and Industry: Government to promote tribal products in international markets

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry: Government to promote tribal products in international markets

The Indian government has unveiled a comprehensive policy framework to integrate tribal products into domestic and international markets, aiming to strengthen indigenous entrepreneurship and foster inclusive growth. Union Commerce Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, addressing the Tribal Business Conclave 2025 alongside Union Tribal Affairs Minister Shri Jual Oram, emphasized the strategic transformation from “Van Dhan to Vyapar Dhan,” focusing on market access, trade visibility, and sustainable livelihoods for tribal communities. Organized by DPIIT in collaboration with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs during Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh, commemorating Birsa Munda’s 150th birth anniversary, the conclave saw participation from over 250 tribal enterprises and…
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Impact of kidney disease on cardiovascular health: Integrated care models for better outcomes

Impact of kidney disease on cardiovascular health: Integrated care models for better outcomes

Dr. Tarun Kumar Saha says, The human body thrives on interdependence, and nowhere is this more evident than in the intricate link between the kidneys and the heart. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is no longer viewed as a renal disorder alone; it is increasingly recognized as a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD), which remains the leading cause of death in patients with kidney dysfunction. Understanding this critical connection is vital to improving patient outcomes through integrated care.Through a number of overlapping processes, kidney disease contributes to cardiovascular problems. Heart and blood vessel damage is largely caused by hypertension,…
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Bajaj General Insurance exposes Rs 25-crore motor accident fraud; FIR filed after Gujarat SIT probe

Bajaj General Insurance exposes Rs 25-crore motor accident fraud; FIR filed after Gujarat SIT probe

Bajaj General Insurance Limited (formerly known as Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Company Limited), one of India’s leading private general insurers, has successfully uncovered an INR 25 crore motor accident insurance fraud based on a fabricated third-party compensation claim. The fraud was orchestrated through a false FIR and misleading documentation submitted to the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT), Bhuj. The case originated from an FIR registered at Sanand Police Station under the Indian Penal Code and the Motor Vehicles Act. The complaint was filed by the alleged driver, who claimed that he was driving a Mahindra Xylo when a dog suddenly…
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Assam gets Rs 219.24 crore grant from Centre for rural development

Assam gets Rs 219.24 crore grant from Centre for rural development

The Union Government has released the Fifteenth Finance Commission (XV FC) grants for Rural Local Bodies in Assam for the financial year 2025–26, marking a significant boost to grassroots development across the state. The latest disbursement includes the second installment of Untied Grants for 2024–25 amounting to Rs 219.24 crore. These funds will be allocated to all eligible 27 District Panchayats, 182 Block Panchayats, and 2,192 Gram Panchayats in Assam. In addition to this, the Centre has also released Rs 4.698 crore that had earlier been withheld from the first installment of Untied Grants for 2024–25. This amount has now…
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Johnson’s Baby unveils new branding, upgraded formulations, and sustainable packaging: Better for baby, mum, and planet

Johnson’s Baby unveils new branding, upgraded formulations, and sustainable packaging: Better for baby, mum, and planet

Johnson’s Baby, the world’s No. 1 baby care brand, has launched its upgraded product range with advanced skin-science formulations and sustainable packaging under the theme “Better for Baby, Better for Mum, and Better for the Planet.” The brand also rolled out its new campaign “It’s Pure Love” featuring Bollywood duo Anil and Sonam Kapoor, celebrating everyday moments of bonding between parents and babies. The refreshed range features gentle formulations that are 100% doctor-tested and enriched with natural ingredients like Aloe Vera, Vitamin B5, milk protein, and turmeric. Johnson’s Baby promises up to 72 hours of moisturization and triple protection against…
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Digit Insurance bags top honors at AIIA 2025; Jasleen Kohli becomes first Indian to win ‘Woman Leader of the Year’

Digit Insurance bags top honors at AIIA 2025; Jasleen Kohli becomes first Indian to win ‘Woman Leader of the Year’

India’s leading digital insurer, Go Digit General Insurance Limited (Digit Insurance), has once again made its mark on the global stage, clinching two top honors at the 29th Asia Insurance Industry Awards (AIIA) 2025 held in Singapore. The company won ‘Digital Insurer of the Year’ for the third time in five years, while its MD & CEO Jasleen Kohli became the first Indian to be named ‘Woman Leader of the Year.’ Digit Insurance was the only private Indian insurer recognized this year, reaffirming its leadership in innovation and digital transformation. This marks the company’s seventh AIIA award, including three wins…
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Yamaha revamps India portfolio with XSR155, first EVs and youth-focused FZ-RAVE

Yamaha revamps India portfolio with XSR155, first EVs and youth-focused FZ-RAVE

India Yamaha Motor (IYM) Pvt. Ltd. unveiled its all-new XSR155, marking the entry of its globally acclaimed modern retro sport brand in India, alongside its first electric vehicles — the AEROX-E and EC-06 — and the youth-centric FZ-RAVE. The XSR155, priced at Rs. 1,49,990 (ex-showroom Delhi), blends classic styling with advanced engineering, featuring a 155cc VVA engine, dual-channel ABS, traction control, and four colour options. The AEROX-E high-performance EV and EC-06 interurban scooter represent Yamaha’s strategic entry into India’s electric mobility space, offering ranges of 106 km and 160 km respectively. Both models integrate smart technology, ergonomic design, and sustainable…
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