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13 Mar

Ajanta Neog sets ambitious budget utilization goal for Assam in 2025-26

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Finance Minister Ajanta Neog has set an ambitious target of utilizing 90% of the state's budget estimates for the financial year 2025-26, emphasizing the government's commitment to balanced fiscal management and holistic development. During a discussion in the Assam Assembly on Wednesday, Neog assured that the state is adhering to all Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulations, including the prescribed debt-to-GDP ratio, to maintain financial stability. "We are targeting 90% budget utilization in the next fiscal year. Our aim is to ensure that every section of society benefits from this allocation," she said. According to the budget presented on…

13 Mar

Holi Ka Rang, Thandai Ke Sang—Chef Harpal& Godrej Vikhroli Cucina bring you a festive treat!

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Celebrity Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi has teamed up with Godrej Vikhroli Cucina, the owned media platform of Godrej Industries Group (GIG), to bring a vibrant yet natural twist to Holi celebrations. In a special Instagram video, Chef Harpal demonstrates how to prepare Thandai using Godrej Jersey Milk, ensuring rich flavors without artificial food dyes. Traditionally, festive foods have been infused with synthetic colors, but Chef Harpal challenges this trend by creating Thandai in four dazzling natural shades. From saffron’s golden hue to the deep pink of rose petals, the rich green of pistachios, and the striking blue of blueberries—nature offers…

13 Mar

Amit Shah to visit Assam, Mizoram on March 14-16

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will embark on a three-day visit to Assam and Mizoram beginning March 14 during which he will address the annual conference of the All Bodo Students' Union in Kokrajhar and grace a function for shifting of Assam Rifles establishments from Aizawl to Zokhawsang. Shah will also review the implementation of the three new criminal laws in the Northeastern states in Guwahati on March 16 before returning to Delhi, officials said. The home minister will arrive at Dergaon in Assam's Golaghat district on the night of March 14 and stay at the Lachit Borphukan Police Academy.

13 Mar

Sanklang Bridge to resume operations by June 30

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The reconstruction of the Sanklang Bridge in Dzongu, which was damaged by a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF), is set for completion by June 30, Mangan Deputy Commissioner Anant Jain has confirmed. The bridge serves as a crucial link between Mangan and Dzongu, and its restoration aims to improve connectivity and ease travel for residents and tourists. Authorities have also implemented contingency measures, including footbridges and transhipment operations, to ensure movement during the reconstruction period. Despite ongoing repairs, officials have reassured visitors that North Sikkim remains accessible via the Fidang-Dzongu route, with efforts underway to minimize disruptions to tourism.

13 Mar

Salman Khan joins Indian Supercross Racing League as brand ambassador

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Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has been announced as the official brand ambassador for the Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) as it gears up for a grander Season 2. The move is expected to catapult the league into mainstream sports entertainment, leveraging Khan’s widespread appeal across urban and rural India. Expressing his excitement, Salman Khan said, "I am very excited to be a part of something I am truly passionate about—motorcycles and motorsports. The league has immense entertainment value and captures the spirit of igniting passion, showcasing skill, and creating heroes who will inspire the next generation." Season 1 of ISRL…

13 Mar

Landslide Risk Awareness and Preparedness” workshop was held at Haflong

Banasree SarkarAssamHaflong

The District Commissioner Office in Haflong hosted a program called "Advancing Community Safety: Landslide Risk Awareness and Preparedness" in their conference room. Numerous departments enthusiastically participated in the event, which was organized by the Geological Survey of India (GSI) Assam in partnership with the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Dima Hasao. High-risk areas including Muolhoi, Khongsai, Fiangpui, Muolpong, Boildura, Topodisa, Longmang, Tularam Raji, Demalik Raji, Mahadev Tilla, and Jatinga were identified by the GSI team's "Landslide Susceptibility Map" for the Haflong region. The graphic highlighted the dangers of things like development along drainage lines, uncontrolled sewage disposal, disruption of natural…

13 Mar

Adobe shares decay 5% in extended trading on sluggish revenue outlook and focus on AI tools

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Adobe Inc. gave a disappointing forecast for revenue growth in the current quarter despite a recent focus on monetizing its new generative artificial intelligence features. Sales in the period ending in May will be $5.77 billion to $5.82 billion, the company said in a statement Wednesday. Analysts, on average, projected $5.8 billion. Excluding certain items, profit will be $4.95 per share to $5 per share, while the average projection is $5. Adobe, a top maker of software for creative professionals, is incorporating its AI model, Firefly, into apps such as Photoshop and Premiere. Investors have debated whether generative AI will…

12 Mar

India’s silver ETF AUMs grow 266% to ₹13,500 crore in 2025

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Silver exchange traded funds have seen a massive surge in assets under management in less than three years, crossing the ₹13,500 crore mark in January 2025. SEBI allowed asset management companies to launch silver ETFs in November 2021. Since then, silver ETFs have seen massive growth. In January 2022, AUMs were Rs 123 crore and by January 2023 they grew to Rs 1651 crore. Silver ETF AUMs have seen the fastest growth in 2024, growing from Rs 3705 crore in January 2024 to Rs 13,566 crore by January 2025 - a 266 percent increase. According to data from Zerodha Fund…

12 Mar

Kikkoman India’s 3rd Annual Culinary Experts Meetup set for March 12 in Kolkata

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Kikkoman India is set to host its 3rd Annual Kikkoman Culinary Experts Meetup on March 12, 2025, at the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) Taratala, Kolkata. The event will bring together top chefs, restaurateurs, and food industry professionals to discuss emerging culinary trends, innovative techniques, and the role of naturally brewed soy sauce in modern kitchens. Since entering the Indian market four years ago, Kikkoman has gained traction among professional chefs, who increasingly incorporate its products into their kitchens. The annual meetup has evolved into a key platform for industry discussions, focusing on sustainability, market trends, and the rising demand…

12 Mar

Sikkim becomes the top destination for foreign tourists in Northeast India

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim has emerged as the leading Northeastern state in attracting foreign tourists, with a total of 1.62 lakh international visitors recorded in 2022 and 2023, according to the Union Tourism Ministry. The state welcomed 68,645 foreign tourists in 2022, and the number surged to 93,908 in 2023, marking a strong post-pandemic recovery in the tourism sector. These figures were revealed in a written response by the Union Tourism Minister to a parliamentary question by Sikkim Lok Sabha MP Indra Hang Subba. Indra Hang Subba credited the swift recovery to the proactive efforts of Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang-Golay, stating: “The…