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Huawei Skirts U.S. Sanctions Using New 1.4Nm Architectural Blueprint

Huawei Skirts U.S. Sanctions Using New 1.4Nm Architectural Blueprint

Chinese tech giant Huawei has launched a new revolutionary semiconductor design framework to counter strict U.S. export controls. In a major tech forum, the company said it plans to achieve high-end computing performance comparable to a leading-edge 1.4-nanometer process by 2031, thus narrowing the gap with global leaders such as TSMC. With Washington blocking China’s access to the advanced extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machines needed for traditional manufacturing, Huawei is moving away from conventional methods. Rather than focusing only on shrinking transistor sizes—an industry trend known as Moore’s Law that is already approaching atomic-scale limits—Huawei introduced what it calls the…
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Sarala Microfinance empowers Darjeeling artisan with livelihood support

Sarala Microfinance empowers Darjeeling artisan with livelihood support

Sarala Development & Microfinance Pvt. Ltd. has continued its efforts to support women micro-entrepreneurs and preserve traditional rural craftsmanship through financial inclusion initiatives in West Bengal. In Darjeeling district, Anita Das, a local artisan engaged in crafting traditional rattan stools, has expanded her livelihood activities with the help of microfinance support provided by the company. Using techniques passed down through generations, Das produces small rattan stools that contribute to her household income while helping sustain indigenous craftsmanship in the region. According to the company, Das received her first microfinance loan of ₹50,000 from Sarala’s Champasari branch in January 2024. The…
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Airbnb expands travel offerings with car rentals, FIFA experiences and boutique hotels

Airbnb expands travel offerings with car rentals, FIFA experiences and boutique hotels

Global travel platform Airbnb on Wednesday announced a major expansion of its services and experiences, introducing car rentals, grocery delivery, airport pickups, luggage storage, boutique hotels and exclusive FIFA World Cup 2026 experiences as part of its summer 2026 update. The company said the new features are aimed at making travel more convenient and personalised for users worldwide. Airbnb co-founder and CEO Brian Chesky said travel should be “meaningful” and help people explore and learn through unique experiences. Among the new additions, Airbnb users can now book grocery delivery in partnership with Instacart across select US cities, airport pickups through…
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New IIT Guwahati Innovation Aims to Prevent Fake Goods and Forged Documents

New IIT Guwahati Innovation Aims to Prevent Fake Goods and Forged Documents

Indian Institute of Technology-Guwahati (IIT-G) researchers have developed an advanced light-emitting perovskite nanomaterial that could improve protection against fake currency, forged documents and other counterfeit products.To achieve this, the research team has developed nanocrystals capable of producing light-based security patterns that cannot be replicated using traditional printing and imaging methods. The findings of this research have been published in the prestigious Advanced Optical Materials journal, in a paper co-authored by Prof. Saikat Bhaumik, Assistant Professor, in collaboration with Prof. P.K. Giri, Professor, and their research scholars, Latika Juneja and Garima Choudhary from the Department of Physics at IIT Guwahati. Counterfeiting…
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Assam Moves Closer to UCC, Bill Introduced in State Assembly

Assam Moves Closer to UCC, Bill Introduced in State Assembly

The Assam government on Monday formally introduced the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the State Assembly, nearly two weeks after the draft legislation received approval from the state cabinet. On behalf of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Atul Bora tabled “The Uniform Civil Code, Assam, Bill, 2026” in the Assembly. The Bill is expected to be taken up for detailed discussion and passage on May 27. Earlier on May 13, following the first cabinet meeting of the second term of the Himanta Biswa Sarma government held at the No. 1 State Guest House in Koinadhara, Guwahati,…
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Northeast Fisheries Sector Gets Rs 32.15 Crore Boost from Centre

Northeast Fisheries Sector Gets Rs 32.15 Crore Boost from Centre

Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying and Panchayati Raj, Rajiv Ranjan Singh will chair the “Regional Review Meeting: Northeastern Region 2026” and launch fisheries projects worth Rs 32.15 crore, in Aizawl on Monday. The meeting, organized by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India, will be held in the presence of Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying and Panchayati Raj, S.P. Singh Baghel, and Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying and Minority Affairs, George Kurian. Ministers in-charge of Fisheries and Animal Husbandry from Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya,…
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Kokrajhar Police Suspect Drowning Behind Death of Two Schoolgirls

Kokrajhar Police Suspect Drowning Behind Death of Two Schoolgirls

The mystery surrounding the deaths of two schoolgirls in Kokrajhar has taken a significant turn after district police stated that preliminary investigations suggest the students died due to drowning in a pond. The incident, which had triggered widespread tension and speculation across the district, involved two students of Dholmara Higher Secondary School whose bodies were recovered from a pond in Lalkura Second Block village under Dholmara on May 21. The deceased students were identified as Anamika Bara and Sarita Lakra. Following the recovery of their bodies from a tea garden pond, Kokrajhar Police launched an extensive investigation with assistance from…
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Sikkim Chief Minister Congratulates Justice Rai on Elevation as Patna High Court Chief Justice

Sikkim Chief Minister Congratulates Justice Rai on Elevation as Patna High Court Chief Justice

Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang has congratulated Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai on her elevation as the Chief Justice of Patna High Court, calling it a "historic" and proud moment for the people of Sikkim. The chief minister, in a Facebook post, stated that it is a matter of "immense pride, honour, and happiness" for the state that Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai is set to assume one of the highest judicial positions in the country. He highlighted that Justice Rai is the first woman judge from Sikkim to attain the distinguished position of Chief Justice of a high court, describing her…
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Bonus Issues in Focus: LIC and PAE Limited Reward Shareholders with Free Shares to Boost Liquidity and Signal Financial Strength

Bonus Issues in Focus: LIC and PAE Limited Reward Shareholders with Free Shares to Boost Liquidity and Signal Financial Strength

Bonus shares and stock splits are key corporate actions companies use to reward existing investors and make their stock more accessible in the market. Bonus shares are additional equity shares issued free of cost to current shareholders, funded from a company’s accumulated reserves and surplus. While they increase the total number of shares held by an investor, the overall value of the holding remains unchanged immediately after the issue. Such moves are often seen as a sign of a company’s robust financial health and are aimed at reinforcing shareholder confidence.Stock splits work similarly in principle. In a split, the face…
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BHIM app records over 300% growth in FY26 as digital payments surge

BHIM app records over 300% growth in FY26 as digital payments surge

The BHIM Payments App, developed by NPCI BHIM Services Limited, registered a sharp rise in digital payment transactions in FY26, recording a 301 per cent increase in total transaction volumes compared to FY25, the company said on Thursday. According to the company, monthly transaction volumes on the app increased from 5.93 crore in April 2025 to 21.6 crore in March 2026. The growth momentum continued in April 2026, with transaction volumes touching 22.49 crore and transaction value reaching ₹26,040 crore. In West Bengal, the app witnessed rising adoption in daily payment activities, with 71 per cent of transactions categorised as…
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