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17 Nov

SportEdge Meerut: India’s sports economy gets a boost with model sports hub initiative

Business BureauBusiness

In a landmark move to integrate sports, skills, and entrepreneurship, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), along with the SPEFL Skill Council and the British Asian Trust, launched the “SportEdge Meerut” initiative, positioning the city as India’s model Sports Hub. The program aims to strengthen livelihoods, empower women entrepreneurs, and nurture young sporting talent while leveraging Meerut’s ₹1,500 crore sports goods industry, which contributes over 40% of India’s sports exports. The workshop brought together stakeholders from government, industry, finance, and development sectors, including representatives from ADB, World Bank, Microsoft, SBI Foundation, and ONGC Foundation. Discussions focused on enhancing…

15 Nov

Luv Ranjan Breaks Old Patterns as Madhavan Steals the Spotlight in DDPD 2

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De De Pyaar De, released in 2019, is a notable Bollywood film that explores the romantic relationship between a much-older man, Ashish Mehra (Ajay Devgn), and a younger woman, Ayesha (Rakul Preet Singh). The film stands out for its willingness to portray a May-December romance, featuring a 50-plus protagonist with a 26-year-old love interest, as they meet in London and embark on a life together. The sequel, set six years after the original, introduces Ayesha's parents, Rajji Khurana (R Madhavan) and Mrs K (Gautami Kapoor), who navigate a journey from denial to acceptance in two-and-a-half hours. In a blend of…

15 Nov

Tata Motors can look at multiple synergies with Iveco

Purbalee DuttaCover Stories

Tata Motors released its first quarterly results after Tata Capital’s listing, with profits hit by a ₹2,026-crore mark-to-market loss, resulting in a ₹552-crore operating loss and a net loss of ₹868 crore. Without this impact, profit before tax would have been ₹1,474 crore. Managing director and CEO Girish Wagh discussed the benefits of separating the commercial and passenger vehicle businesses, while also sharing progress on acquiring Italy’s Iveco. He said the recent GST cut has boosted road freight movement, which should drive higher single-digit demand growth in the second half of the year. On Iveco, Tata Motors sees opportunities to…

15 Nov

For INR 70 crore investment, Godrej Agrovet signs MoU with the State Government of Andhra Pradesh

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Godrej Agrovet Limited on Thursday signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Andhra Pradesh, announcing an investment of ₹70 crore to expand its dairy processing capacity and establish new Samadhan Centres for oil palm farmers. The MoU was signed in Visakhapatnam in the presence of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Godrej Agrovet MD & CEO Sunil Kataria, and Rakesh Swami, Group President–Corporate Affairs, Godrej Industries Group. Chief Minister Naidu welcomed the partnership, calling it a crucial step toward strengthening Andhra Pradesh’s agri-food processing ecosystem and creating sustainable livelihoods. Sunil Kataria said the agreement reflects…

15 Nov

Sikkim’s Lamin Theengh dominates 35th National Strength Lifting Championship, wins four golds

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The 35th National Strength Lifting and Incline Bench Press Championship concluded in spectacular fashion at Palzor Stadium, Gangtok, on November 13, 2025, with over 750 elite athletes from 22 states participating in the four-day event. The championship, held from November 10 to 13, showcased India’s top strength athletes and highlighted Sikkim’s growing stature as a host for major sporting events. Organized under the leadership of the Sikkim Strength Lifting Association, led by Mr. Pema Dorjee Bhutia, Mr. Allen Targain, and Ms. Chandrakala Pradhan, the event was widely praised for its seamless execution and competitive spirit. Among the standout performers, Ms.…

15 Nov

Fake GST racket busted in Guwahati, two held for Rs 8.59 crore fraud

Mohini BarmanAssam

Two individuals have been arrested by the Central Goods and Service Tax (CGST) Guwahati Commissionerate for their alleged involvement in a large-scale fake invoice racket, an official statement said on November 14. The statement said the anti-evasion unit of CGST Guwahati Commissionerate had received intelligence about a group supplying fake invoices to various recipients without any actual supply of goods or services. The racket reportedly involved over 50 suspicious GST registrations, which were allegedly used to pass on fraudulent GST credit. Acting on specific information, authorities traced the location of two key members of the group. A search operation was…

15 Nov

Malabar Gold & Diamonds announces the expansion of its flagship Hunger Free World initiative to Ethiopia

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Malabar Gold & Diamonds, India’s leading jewellery retailer and the world’s fifth largest, has announced the global expansion of its flagship Hunger Free World initiative to Ethiopia. Following successful implementations in India and Zambia, the program aims to provide daily meals and educational support to children, targeting 10,000 students in Ethiopia by 2026 with an investment of USD 864,000. The announcement was made at the Malabar International Hub in Dubai Gold Souq, where Vice Chairman Abdul Salam K.P handed over the Letter of Intent to H.E. Asmelash Bekele, Consul General of Ethiopia in Dubai. “Extending this program to Ethiopia is…

15 Nov

Esha Singh wins her first medal in an individual world championship

Banasree SarkarSports

Esha Singh, a former Asian, Mixed Team, and Junior World champion, added another feather to her crown when she won bronze in the women's 25-meter pistol Olympic event at the Olympic Shooting Range in Cairo, Egypt, earning her first individual world championship medal. With a final score of 30, the Indian behind both Korea's current Olympic champion Yang Jiin (gold, score: 40) and in-form Chinese Yao Qianxun (silver, score: 38). At the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Championship Rifle/Pistol, Cairo 2025, Esha's effort coincided with India's historic collection of one gold, three silver, and three bronze medals from their…

15 Nov

Mamoni Raisom Goswami, a literary hero, is honored in Assam on her 83rd birthday

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The 83rd birth anniversary of celebrated Ramayani scholar, acclaimed writer, and Jnanpith awardee Dr. Indira Goswami, popularly known as Mamoni Raisom Goswami, was observed on Friday at Kumar Bhaskar Natya Mandir in Uzan Bazar. The event, organized by the South East Asia Ramayan Research Centre—founded by Dr. Goswami herself—brought together literary enthusiasts, scholars, and cultural icons to honor her remarkable legacy. Retired Lieutenant General Rana Pratap Kalita attended as the chief guest, while former Tezpur University professor Dr. Pradip Jyoti Mahanta was the guest of honour. Several distinguished personalities from Assam’s literary and cultural circles were also present. Addressing the…

15 Nov

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry: Government to promote tribal products in international markets

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The Indian government has unveiled a comprehensive policy framework to integrate tribal products into domestic and international markets, aiming to strengthen indigenous entrepreneurship and foster inclusive growth. Union Commerce Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, addressing the Tribal Business Conclave 2025 alongside Union Tribal Affairs Minister Shri Jual Oram, emphasized the strategic transformation from “Van Dhan to Vyapar Dhan,” focusing on market access, trade visibility, and sustainable livelihoods for tribal communities. Organized by DPIIT in collaboration with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs during Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh, commemorating Birsa Munda’s 150th birth anniversary, the conclave saw participation from over 250 tribal enterprises and…