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16 Apr

Assam RGU First Ne Private Varsity To Collaborate With Indian Navy

Paromita EditorAssam

In a significant stride towards reinforcing its commitment to nation-building through education, Assam Royal Global University (RGU) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Navy on Monday at the office of the Navy Welfare and Wellness Association (NWWA), Chanakyapuri, New Delhi.The agreement was formally signed by Shashi Tripathi, President, NWWA, and Commodore S.M. Urooj Athar on behalf of the Indian Navy, while Prof. D. N. Singh, Registrar (Academics), RGU, signed on behalf of the university.This historic collaboration marks RGU as the first private university from Northeast India to partner with the Indian Navy, opening new avenues…

16 Apr

India’s LPG market gains stability as enforcement tightens and digital adoption peaks at 98%

Business BureauBusiness

India’s LPG ecosystem is undergoing a notable stabilisation phase, driven by a combination of regulatory enforcement, digital integration, and steady supply-side management, according to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. A key indicator of this shift is the rise in online LPG bookings to nearly 98%, reflecting improved consumer confidence and a decline in panic-driven demand. This behavioural transition has been supported by technology-led reforms, including OTP-based delivery authentication, now covering 92% of transactions, which has enhanced transparency and reduced leakages. On the enforcement front, over 1.28 lakh inspections and raids since March 2026 have led to the seizure…

16 Apr

New Wyndham Hotel Deal Signals Hospitality Growth in Guwahati

riya EditorAssam

Om Arham Ventures has signed a deal with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to develop a new upscale 190-room hotel in Guwahati from a brownfield site that is slated to begin operations in the second half of 2028 and will be the first Wyndham Hotel in Guwahati, which is one of the biggest commercial and tourism hubs in Northeast India. The Hotel will have a total of 190 modern/Sleek designed rooms and Suites, which will satisfy both Business & Leisure Travelers. The Hotel will be a Vegetarian only based on the changing preferences of guests in the region. The Hotel will…

16 Apr

Army, BRO lead massive rescue in Sikkim; 1,170 tourists evacuated under operation HimSetu

Business BureauBusiness

In a swift and coordinated rescue effort, the Indian Army, along with the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) and local civil administration, successfully evacuated over 1,170 stranded tourists under Operation HimSetu in North Sikkim following a landslide disruption. The operation was launched after a landslide washed away a key road stretch near Taramchu, cutting off access to Chatten and leaving hundreds stranded. Acting promptly, Army engineers from Trishakti Corps mobilised resources and constructed a temporary footbridge across the damaged section, enabling safe passage in difficult terrain and adverse weather. Simultaneously, teams cleared heavy snow at Donkyala Pass to restore mobility in…

16 Apr

Nuvoco Vistas reports strong FY26 growth; EBITDA jumps 35%

Business BureauBusiness

Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd. has reported a robust financial performance for FY26, posting a 35% year-on-year rise in EBITDA to Rs. 1,881 crore, driven by strong operational execution and premium product demand. Profit After Tax surged sharply to Rs. 360 crore from Rs. 22 crore in FY25. The company recorded cement sales volume of 20.4 million metric tonnes (MMT), marking a 5% YoY growth, while consolidated total income rose 10% to Rs. 11,362 crore. Premiumisation improved by 300 basis points to 43%, supported by strong traction in its Concreto and Duraguard brands. Nuvoco said work at Vadraj Cement facilities is…

16 Apr

Ai+ Nova 2 aims to bring smart technology within reach of everyday users

Business BureauBusiness

Ai+ Smartphone has announced that its latest device, Nova 2, under the newly launched Nova Series, will go on sale starting April 14 at 12 noon. The smartphone will be available exclusively on Flipkart and select retail outlets. The Ai+ Nova 2 is priced at ₹8,999 for the 4GB+64GB variant and ₹10,999 for the 6GB+128GB model, targeting users looking for an affordable yet feature-rich upgrade. Announcing the launch, Madhav Sheth, CEO of Ai+ Smartphone and Founder of NxtQuantum Shift Technologies, said, “The Nova Series is our strongest expression yet of what Ai+ stands for—technology that is accessible, reliable, and built…

16 Apr

Xiaomi introduces REDMI A7 Pro 5G with segment’s largest and slimmest 6.9-inch display

Business BureauBusiness

Xiaomi India on Tuesday launched the REDMI A7 Pro 5G, marking the first Pro model in its A Series, aimed at offering feature-rich performance at an affordable price point. The smartphone features a segment-leading 6.9-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 800 nits, designed for smoother viewing across daily use. The device packs a segment-largest 6300mAh battery, supporting 15W charging and 7.5W reverse charging, while maintaining durability over extended usage cycles. It is powered by an octa-core 5G processor with up to 8GB virtual RAM for improved multitasking. Running on Xiaomi HyperOS 3.0, the smartphone introduces…

16 Apr

Arunachal’s Winter Revolution: Tawang Successfully Hosts 2026 Ski Mountaineering Championship

nanika EditorArunachal Pradesh

The snow-clad slopes of Penga Teng Tso Lake in Tawang became the epicenter of high-altitude sports as the Open National Ski Mountaineering Championship 2026 concluded with a display of remarkable athletic prowess. Organized as a cornerstone of the ongoing "Winter Adventure Tawang" initiative, the event celebrated the growing popularity of winter sports in Northeast India while showcasing the region's world-class natural terrain. The championship drew a diverse pool of talent, including elite athletes from across the country and local trainees from various districts of Arunachal Pradesh. These participants faced the grueling challenges of Tawang's high-altitude environment, demonstrating exceptional endurance and…

16 Apr

Gen Alpha drives household choices, reshapes brand play: Rukam Capital Report

Business BureauBusiness

India’s Gen Alpha, now over a quarter of the population is emerging as a decisive force in consumer markets, with strong digital exposure and growing influence over household purchases, according to a new report by Rukam Capital. Titled ‘Gen Alpha Decoded: The Consumer-Brand Dynamic’, the report highlights that 73% of Gen Alpha already have access to personal smartphones, while 60% use laptops, underscoring their deep integration with technology from an early age. Rukam Capital Founder and Managing Partner Archana Jahagirdar said the generation has the potential to influence up to 80% of household purchase decisions. “They are digitally fluent, shaped…

16 Apr

Cooch Behar: Home voting process begins in Haldibari

anuprova EditorNorth Bengal

As the 2026 Assembly elections approach, electoral activity in the Cooch Behar district has intensified. On Thursday, the "Home Voting" initiative—a process allowing citizens to cast their votes from home—was launched across various areas of the Haldibari block to facilitate disabled and elderly voters. Early that morning, election officials departed from the Haldibari BDO office under tight security, carrying ballot boxes and necessary equipment as they set out for the voters' residences. In accordance with the Election Commission's guidelines, this special arrangement is primarily intended for voters who are unable to visit polling booths due to physical illness or advanced…