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IIT-GUWAHATI Uses Microorganism To Develop An Eco-Friendly  lead Removal Method

IIT-GUWAHATI Uses Microorganism To Develop An Eco-Friendly lead Removal Method

Indian Institute of Technology-Guwahati (IIT-G) researchers have developed a natural method to remove lead from contaminated water using cyanobacteria, microorganisms that are related to bacteria but are capable of photosynthesis.The developed method offers a sustainable and low-cost solution to one of the world’s most persistent environmental threats.The findings of this research have been published in the Journal of Hazardous Materials, in a paper co-authored by Prof. Debasish Das, Professor, Department of Bioscience and Bioengineering, along with his postdoctoral fellow, Dr. Abhijeet Mahana, and Prof. Tapas K. Mandal, Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Guwahati.On a global level, lead is one of…
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Kinetic Green and Exponent Energy introduce 15-minute rapid charging solution for e3W, including e-rickshaws and e-carts

Kinetic Green and Exponent Energy introduce 15-minute rapid charging solution for e3W, including e-rickshaws and e-carts

Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions Ltd., India’s leading manufacturer of electric three wheelers (e3W) and electric two wheelers (e2W), has announced a strategic alliance with Exponent Energy, pioneer of rapid charging technology. In a landmark breakthrough for India’s electric mobility space, the companies are introducing the nation’s fastest charging solution for the L5 & L3 e3W category—the largest, fastest growing and most widely used segment in the country, comprising e rickshaws and e- cargo carts. This integration promises to redefine operational efficiency and productivity for last mile mobility operators across urban and semi urban India. Under this collaboration, Kinetic…
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Bodoland University organizes a nationwide conference to protect the indigenous knowledge and cultural identity of the Northeast

Bodoland University organizes a nationwide conference to protect the indigenous knowledge and cultural identity of the Northeast

Bodoland University became a vibrant centre of intellectual exchange and cultural reflection as it hosted a national seminar on “Oral & Written Histories: Indigenous Arts, Weaving, Ecological Crafts, Food Traditions & Languages.” The event, held on Thursday, brought together a diverse group of scholars, researchers, artists and cultural practitioners from different parts of India and abroad for an in-depth discussion on the need to preserve the Northeast’s rich indigenous heritage. The seminar was organised under the EMWSSAA project of the North Eastern Council (NEC), Ministry of DoNER, in collaboration with the North East India History Association (NEIHA). The programme opened…
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Nuvoco bags prestigious SAP ACE Award for excellence in customer experience management

Nuvoco bags prestigious SAP ACE Award for excellence in customer experience management

Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd., one of India’s leading building materials companies, has been honoured with the SAP ACE Award in the ‘Disruptor – Customer Experience Management’ category, recognising its outstanding achievements in digital innovation and customer-centric solutions. The accolade acknowledges Nuvoco’sNuvoco Customer Portal – NuvoSETU, a unified digital B2B platform that integrates critical functions such as order management, quotes, payments, account statements, and loyalty programmes across its Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete (RMX), and Modern Building Materials businesses. With 95% of cement orders now placed digitally across 13 states and over 5,300 customers onboarded, the portal has streamlined operations, enhanced transparency, and…
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Miltenyi Biotec, BRIC-THSTI, and BIRAC announce the launch of India’s first hands-on training program on CGT manufacturing with focus on CAR-T

Miltenyi Biotec, BRIC-THSTI, and BIRAC announce the launch of India’s first hands-on training program on CGT manufacturing with focus on CAR-T

BRIC-Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (BRIC-THSTI), in collaboration with Miltenyi Biotec and the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), has announced the launch of India’s first hands-on training programme on the Foundations of Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) Manufacturing, with a special focus on CAR-T cell therapy. This pioneering initiative is designed to bridge the gap between research and clinical application by equipping early-career scientists and clinicians with comprehensive, practical experience, spanning pre-clinical development, GMP-compliant manufacturing and clinical translation. The workshop titled “CAR-T Cell Therapy Manufacturing Hands-on Workshop and Symposia” has taken place at THSTI, NCR Biotech Science Cluster,…
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Millie Bobby Brown becomes Yas Island brand ambassador ahead of Stranger Things finale

Millie Bobby Brown becomes Yas Island brand ambassador ahead of Stranger Things finale

Global star Millie Bobby Brown, known worldwide for her iconic role in Netflix’s Stranger Things, has joined Yas Island as its newest Brand Ambassador, marking a high-profile crossover as fans gear up for the show’s season finale. Brown’s adventurous energy and global appeal are set to bring a fresh wave of excitement to the leading leisure and entertainment destination in Abu Dhabi. In a playful nod to her Stranger Things character Eleven, Brown appeared in the Byers’ living room with the famous alphabet wall lighting up to reveal “YAS,” teasing her new journey. Liam Findlay, CEO of Miral Destinations, said,…
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Global technology brand OnePlus launches the highly anticipated OnePlus 15

Global technology brand OnePlus launches the highly anticipated OnePlus 15

Global technology brand OnePlus has launched the highly anticipated OnePlus 15, defining a new standard for the ultimate performance flagship. OnePlus 15 harmoniously integrates truly powerful performance, a professional-grade camera system, practical and personalized AI capabilities, and a refined iconic design. This synthesis of core advancements results in a fluid and dependable smartphone experience, ready to meet the demands of work, creativity, and daily life. "At OnePlus, our philosophy has always been to push the boundaries of mobile technology to create devices that truly enhance our users' lives," said Robin Liu, CEO of OnePlus India. OnePlus has once again raised…
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Medanta launches dedicated helpline to boost healthcare access in Northeast India

Medanta launches dedicated helpline to boost healthcare access in Northeast India

In a significant step toward improving medical care in the North Eastern states, Gurgaon-based Medanta – The Medicity, which has been named Best Private Hospital in India by Newsweek for six years in a row, has launched a dedicated helpline number, marking an important step toward strengthening its healthcare delivery in an underserved part of the country by catering to patients in their own language. The helpline number -- 8904395588 -- is operational from 8am to 8pm and will provide quick and reliable support for patients and their attendants, assisting in selecting the right doctor and booking appointments, along with…
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Bima Gram API set to boost rural insurance coverage, IAC-life hails digital initiative

Bima Gram API set to boost rural insurance coverage, IAC-life hails digital initiative

The Insurance Awareness Committee (IAC-Life) has welcomed the launch of the Bima Gram API by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), describing it as a key policy intervention to enhance rural insurance coverage and strengthen India’s financial inclusion agenda. Developed by the National Informatics Centre in collaboration with the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Department of Posts’ CEPT, and the Insurance Information Bureau of India, the API links postal PIN codes with Local Government Directory (LGD) codes, enabling insurers to digitally verify a policyholder’s Gram Panchayat (GP) location in real time. The initiative addresses longstanding policy challenges in…
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Russia’s New Reservist Laws Increase Infrastructure Security Concerns

Russia’s New Reservist Laws Increase Infrastructure Security Concerns

The war in Ukraine continues its grim escalation after a Russian air-strike on the western Ukrainian city of Ternopil killed at least 25 people and injured 73 others. Ukrainian officials have swiftly announced they will raise the issue as a matter of urgency at the forthcoming UN Security Council (UNSC) meeting, calling the attack a grave violation of international law. Meanwhile, Moscow has passed new laws authorizing the use of military reservists to protect critical civilian infrastructure within Russia. This move highlights growing security concerns over drone attacks and sabotage targeting energy and transport networks far from the front lines.…
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