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06 Jun

Outrage Grows Over Alleged Mob Lynching Attempt in Patharkandi; Two Arrested

Paromita EditorAssam

Public outrage is mounting over an alleged mob assault in Assam's Patharkandi area, where two teenage boys were reportedly brutally attacked while attempting to recover their family's missing cattle from a neighboring village. According to local sources, the incident took place on June 1 when members of a family from Mambari village traced their missing cattle to Nalugaon village and went there to bring them back. During the process, two teenage members of the family were allegedly detained by a group of villagers and subjected to severe physical assault. Witnesses and family members allege that the attackers used sharp weapons,…

06 Jun

Meesho’s PRISM Engine Leverages 100+ AI Models to Drive Shopping in ‘Bharat’

nanika EditorBusiness

In a major shift for online retail, Meesho announced that more than 75 percent of its platform orders now originate from personalized product feeds. This surge is powered by its proprietary AI recommendation engine, known as PRISM. The system represents a fundamental shift away from traditional, keyword-based search bars, catering instead to a growing demographic of users who prefer browsing over typing. Serving an enormous user base of 264 million annual transacting users, PRISM analyzes real-time shopper behavior and intent signals. According to Meesho's Chief Data Scientist, Debdoot Mukherjee, the next hundred million Indians coming online will discover products through…

06 Jun

One meal can become a lifeline, says Malabar Group’s Hunger Free World report

Business BureauBusiness

Marking World Hunger Day, Hunger Free World, a humanitarian initiative of Malabar Group, released a rehabilitation impact report highlighting how its Street Meal Distribution Programme has helped transform the lives of vulnerable people living on the streets through consistent food outreach and rehabilitation support. Titled "Impact Stories: How a Daily Meal Opens the Door to a Transformed Life", the report documents cases where regular meal distribution led to medical assistance, shelter access, dignity restoration and family reunification. The programme is implemented on the ground by Thanal. According to the report, the initiative was launched to address hunger through regular access…

06 Jun

Renault Duster Turbo TCe 100 records fuel efficiency of 19.41 km/l

Business BureauBusiness

Renault India on Friday announced that its new Duster Turbo TCe 100 has achieved an ARAI-certified fuel efficiency of 19.41 km per litre, highlighting the company's focus on combining performance with fuel economy in the competitive SUV segment. The automaker said the Duster Turbo TCe 100 is powered by a turbocharged petrol engine that delivers 100 PS of power and 160 Nm of torque. Paired with a six-speed manual transmission, the powertrain has been designed to offer responsive performance, smooth drivability and improved fuel efficiency across varied driving conditions. Dr. V. Vikraman, Chief of Renault Engineering, Renault Group India, said…

06 Jun

Meghalaya Completes 90% of Bangladesh Border Fencing Work

Sonakshi SarkarMeghalaya

Meghalaya has made significant progress in strengthening security along its international boundary with Bangladesh, with nearly 90 per cent of the border fencing work already completed, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said. The northeastern state shares a 443-km-long border with Bangladesh, of which around 400 km has already been fenced. According to the Chief Minister, only about 40 to 45 km of fencing work remains to be completed. Sangma said the pending stretches are no longer facing major construction-related hurdles. Instead, the remaining delays are largely linked to local issues, including concerns over land ownership, village access routes and objections…

06 Jun

Blaze Engulfs Lachen Monastery, Cultural Loss for Region

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

A major fire that broke out late Friday night completely destroyed the historic Thangu Sertok Gumpa in North Sikkim's Lachen area, causing a significant loss to the region's religious and cultural heritage. According to local sources, the fire started at around 11 pm and rapidly spread through the monastery premises. The blaze also engulfed two nearby houses, causing extensive damage to property in the area. Residents, local authorities and emergency responders rushed to the spot and made efforts to control the fire. However, the flames spread quickly and nothing from inside the monastery could be saved. The gumpa, along with…

06 Jun

SDF Urges ECI to Extend Sikkim Voter Revision Deadline

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The opposition Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF) has urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) to extend the deadline for submission of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) enumeration forms in Sikkim by one month, citing practical difficulties faced by voters and election officials during the ongoing revision exercise.According to a press release issued by SDF senior vice-president Shakti Singh Chaudhary on June 5, the party submitted a memorandum to the Election Commission through email and forwarded a copy to the Chief Electoral Officer of Sikkim. The SIR process began on May 31 and is currently scheduled to continue until June 28. The…

06 Jun

Cabinet Boosts MLA Development Grants, Eases Fund Use Rules

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Cabinet has approved a significant increase in the MLA Local Area Development (MLALAD) fund, enhancing the financial resources available to legislators for development works in their constituencies. The decision was taken during the first Cabinet meeting held after the recent expansion of the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led state ministry.Under the revised arrangement, every Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) will receive an annual allocation of Rs 1.5 crore under the MLALAD scheme during the financial year 2026-27. The allocation will be further increased to Rs 2 crore per year from the financial year 2027-28 onwards.The state government said the…

06 Jun

Vi-Meta partnership signals growing demand for secure digital authentication

Business BureauBusiness

Vodafone Idea (Vi) and Meta have launched Silent Mobile Verification (SMV) capabilities for Vi users across WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram, a move that reflects the increasing focus on secure digital authentication and fraud prevention in India’s expanding digital economy. The network-based authentication technology enables users to verify their mobile numbers in the background without manually entering OTPs, switching applications or waiting for verification messages. The solution supports key user journeys such as new user registration, mobile number validation, login and re-login, account recovery, and authentication during security checks. Market participants view the launch as a significant development in India's digital…

06 Jun

Dibrugarh Gets State Capital Region, ₹500 Crore Development Push

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Cabinet has approved the creation of a State Capital Region in Dibrugarh and decided to set up a dedicated development authority to oversee its future growth and infrastructure planning. The decision was taken during the first Cabinet meeting held after the recent expansion of the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led ministry. The move is aimed at supporting Dibrugarh's growing role as Assam's second capital and ensuring planned urban development in and around the city. The government believes that a structured development framework will be necessary as administrative activities and public infrastructure continue to expand in the region. According to the…