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21 Aug

A blood donation camp organized in Birangana Sati Sadhani Raijyik Biswavidyalaya

Banasree SarkarAssam

During the 6th National Social Work Week in 2025, the Birangana Sati Sadhani Raijyik Biswavidyalaya's Department of Social Work in Golaghat hosted a blood drive. Students and staff members attended the camp, which was opened with a lamp-lighting ceremony. Professor G. Singaiah, the vice chancellor, underlined the value of cooperation and solidarity in advancing the country, society, and humanity. He stated, "Instead of thinking independently, we must sincerely collaborate in order to improve society, solve different problems, and guarantee human well-being. Working together may enable everything and open the door to achievement in every field. In order to serve the…

21 Aug

Migrant workers from Assam found d*ad in Kerala

Mohini BarmanAssam

A migrant worker from Assam, who had been employed as a mason in Kerala, was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Malappuram district on Thursday morning. The deceased has been identified as Ganesh Roy (33), son of Dinabandhu Roy, a resident of Chot Nilibari village under Runikhata Police Station in Assam’s Chirang district. According to sources, Roy had travelled to Pottagel in Malappuram district to work in the construction sector. His co-workers reported that he was in good health the previous night. However, his body was discovered the next morning lying lifeless on his bed, causing shock and concern among…

21 Aug

Innovation Battles Salinity and Sea-Level Rise with Floating Farms

Mohini BarmanInternational

In response to increasing coastal salinity and land inundation, Bangladesh is piloting floating agricultural gardens in areas near Khulna. Constructed on buoyant platforms using bamboo and recycled plastic, these gardens allow crops like vegetables and herbs to flourish even during seasonal flooding. Initial trials demonstrate improved yields and water resilience. This innovation is attracting interest from coastal Indian districts and Nepal’s marshlands, where land use is challenged by climate change. Development agencies suggest this could scale into regional climate-adaptive agriculture.

21 Aug

California Opens 50-Acre Sunset Dunes Linear Park

Mohini BarmanInternational

San Francisco has unveiled Sunset Dunes, a 50-acre urban linear park on the former Great Highway, stretching between Lincoln Way and Sloat Boulevard—making it California’s largest pedestrianization project to date. Opened in April 2025, the park offers a scenic two-mile promenade along Ocean Beach, complete with walking paths, dune landscaping, and recreational areas. Built amid pandemic-era street closures, Sunset Dunes reflects a growing trend of converting formerly vehicle-centric zones into vibrant communal spaces. Urban planners in Dhaka, Kathmandu, and Delhi are studying this project as a model for reclaiming underused spaces and boosting public well-being.

21 Aug

Boeing celebrates 10th National AeromodellingCompetition, inspires next-gen aerospace talent

Business BureauBusiness

Boeing [NYSE: BA] announced the winners of its 10th annual National Aeromodelling Competition, one of India’s largest programs nurturing aerospace talent. The competition saw participation from over 1,400 students representing 432 institutions nationwide, with women making up 24% of the finalists.A total of 46 finalists from 12 teams competed in the grand finale held in Bengaluru. Three teams emerged as winners: the first-place team from IIT Madras, while the second and third positions were secured by teams from IIT Kharagpur. All 46 finalists will also be eligible for Boeing’s year-long Apprenticeship program, designed to provide hands-on industry experience. “The Boeing…

20 Aug

Hyundai Motor shares rose over 13% in two days on hopes of GST rate cut, market capitalisation crosses ₹2 lakh crore

editorBusiness, News

Hyundai Motor shares were in the news today, gaining over 5% to hit a 52-week high of ₹2,549.50 per share on the NSE. Shares of Hyundai Motor India, India's second-largest passenger carmaker after Maruti Suzuki, gained for the second consecutive day. The government has proposed next-generation GST reforms, including rationalisation of GST rates by Diwali 2025. Experts believe that GST 2.0 reforms could reduce GST rates on automobiles from the current 28% to 18%, leading to lower prices and improved sales in the upcoming festive season. Hyundai Motor shares have surged over 13% in the last two trading sessions, while…

20 Aug

Godrej expands smart security range in Guwahati, targets 80% market share

Business BureauBusiness

Godrej Enterprises Group’s Security Solutions division on Wednesday unveiled its latest range of tech-enabled premium home lockers in Guwahati, reaffirming its leadership in the growing security market of Assam and the Northeast. The company, which already holds a 75% share in the home locker segment and about 70% in the jewellery segment, now aims to expand its dominance to 80% over the next three years with 18% year-on-year growth. Pushkar Gokhale, Business Head of Security Solutions, said, “As Guwahati and the Northeast emerge among India’s fastest-growing markets, security is no longer just a safeguard but a lifestyle necessity. Our new…

20 Aug

Xiaomi launches Redmi 15 5G in India, targets youth and tech-savvy consumers

Business BureauBusiness

Xiaomi India has unveiled the Redmi 15 5G, coinciding with the company’s 15th global anniversary and 11 years in India. The launch highlights the brand’s push to blend innovation, affordability, and performance for India’s growing base of connected consumers. The Redmi 15 5G is powered by a Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 processor with up to 16GB RAM (including virtual RAM) and UFS 2.2 storage. It features a 6.9-inch FHD+ Adaptive Sync display with a 144Hz refresh rate, Dolby-certified speakers, and TÜV Rheinland triple certification. The device is equipped with a 7000mAh EV-grade silicon-carbon battery, offering 48 hours of backup, 33W…

20 Aug

SBI Life announces launch of ‘Smart Shield Plus’ to strengthen protection portfolio

Business BureauBusiness

SBI Life Insurance has introduced ‘SBI Life – Smart Shield Plus’, a term insurance solution designed to adapt to the shifting financial responsibilities of Indian households. As the economy witnesses rising disposable incomes and increased focus on long-term financial security, the product addresses a clear market demand for flexible protection offerings. The plan provides three cover options — Level Cover, Increasing Cover, and Level Cover with Future Proofing Benefit. Notably, the Increasing Cover option raises the sum assured by 5% annually up to 200%, while the Future Proofing Benefit allows policyholders to expand coverage during key life events without medical…

20 Aug

A Sikkim University student who made disparaging statements about the Nepali language was detained

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Tension erupted at Sikkim University a day before Nepali Bhasha Samman Diwas after a first-semester M.Com student was arrested for making derogatory remarks against the Nepali language and belittling Independence Day celebrations. The accused, identified as Raj Shekhar from Banaras, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly described Nepali as a “foreign language” in the official WhatsApp group of the Department of Commerce and suggested that users of the language should “go to Nepal.” His comments sparked outrage among students and faculty, particularly members of the Sikkim University Students’ Association (SUSA). Police have booked Shekhar under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)…