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04 May

Suspected IED Blast and Gunfire Reported in Changlang; FIR Filed, Probe Underway

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A suspected explosion involving an improvised explosive device (IED), followed by alleged gunfire, has been reported from Arunachal Pradesh’s Changlang district. The incident reportedly targeted Nuravi Group Director Ravi Ranjan Choubey. Sources indicate the incident may have occurred on April 23 night along Jinny Road between Kharsang and Jairampur. However, officials have said that confirmation is awaited. Empty cartridges recovered from the site have added weight to claims of gunfire, and the material is being analysed by investigators. Police have registered an FIR at Kharsang Police Station and initiated a probe into the matter. Further details are expected as the…

04 May

Renault Group India moves NCLT for operational realignment, eyes €2 billion exports by 2030

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Renault Group India has approached the National Company Law Tribunal to seek approval for a proposed structural realignment of its India operations as part of its long-term business strategy aimed at strengthening the country’s role as a major manufacturing and export hub. The proposed restructuring plans to separate the powertrain manufacturing business into a dedicated powertrain entity, while vehicle manufacturing and sales operations will be integrated under a unified operating structure. The company said the move is intended to create clearer and more focused operational structures aligned with the distinct industrial requirements of each business segment. The company stated that…

04 May

Times Business Awards Recognizes Dibrugarh’s Samim Akhtara Ali for Excellence

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Samim Akhtara Ali, a resident of Dibrugarh, was honoured with the prestigious “Excellence in Social Impact Leadership” award at the Times Business Awards – North East 2026, held on April 30 at Hotel Vivanta, Guwahati. This recognition was conferred in appreciation of her long-standing contributions to social service, women’s empowerment, and her unwavering support for underprivileged communities across Northeast India. Through her humanitarian initiatives, she has consistently stood beside the poor, visually impaired individuals, and flood-affected families, creating a meaningful and positive impact on society. Samim Akhtara Ali is the second daughter of late Rahmat Ali, a senior journalist from…

04 May

HPCL tightens LPG vigilance as nationwide cylinder deliveries cross 404 lakh

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Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited has intensified its vigilance and enforcement measures across India as LPG demand continues to rise, with the company delivering 404 lakh LPG cylinders between April 1 and May 2, 2026. The company said 12.3 lakh cylinders were delivered on May 2 alone, reflecting strong nationwide demand and operational capacity. HPCL said it carried out 6,424 inspections across its LPG distribution network between March 14 and May 2. The company also conducted 664 raids, registered 44 FIRs, and seized 4,155 LPG cylinders to prevent diversion and misuse. Action was initiated against 177 distributors, including the suspension of…

04 May

Bajaj Auto Reports 83% Jump in International Shipments

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Bajaj Auto Ltd has reported a stellar start to the month of April, with total sales jumping an impressive 40 per cent year-on-year. The company dispatched a total of 513,792 units this month, a significant leap from the 365,810 units recorded during the same period in 2025. This performance signals a robust recovery and an aggressive expansion strategy across both its two-wheeler and commercial vehicle segments. The primary engine of this growth was the company’s export division. Total exports grew by a staggering 83 per cent, reaching 265,582 units compared to 145,195 units in the year-ago month. Within this category,…

04 May

Bandhan Innovation Fund completes two years, bets big on India’s innovation-driven companies

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Bandhan Mutual Fund has said its Bandhan Innovation Fund has completed two years of investing in innovation-led businesses, focusing on companies driving long-term growth through technology, research and differentiated business models. Launched with a specialised mandate, the fund invests in firms with strong research and development spending, high-skilled employee intensity, differentiated products and services, non-linear business models and strong brand presence. The strategy aims to identify businesses whose growth is driven more by innovation cycles than traditional economic or commodity cycles. Prateek Poddar, Fund Manager of the fund, said innovation has become a key factor for companies seeking durable competitive…

03 May

Inside the Control Room: How HPCL Uses Real-Time Monitoring to Power India’s Energy Demand

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State-run Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) delivered 392 lakh LPG cylinders across the country between April 1 and May 1, 2026, driven by a technology-based real-time monitoring and control system aimed at ensuring uninterrupted fuel supply and faster response to demand fluctuations. The company said its centralised control and monitoring framework continuously tracks consumption trends, booking patterns and inventory levels across regions to enable instant decision-making and supply balancing. On May 1 alone, HPCL delivered 8.6 lakh LPG cylinders nationwide. During the period, HPCL supplied 12,94,451 KL of Motor Spirit (MS) and 22,19,479 KL of High-Speed Diesel (HSD). On May…

02 May

Valvoline launches FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign celebrating fans’ journey to the game

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Valvoline Global Operations has launched its global campaign for the FIFA World Cup 2026, highlighting the dedication of football fans and the mechanics who help keep their journeys running smoothly. The campaign, unveiled on Tuesday, positions the company’s engine oil products as a key companion for fans travelling long distances to witness football’s biggest tournament. The campaign is anchored by Valvoline’s first-ever FIFA World Cup-themed advertisement titled “The Original Engine Oil. For the Driven.” The film traces the emotional journeys of football supporters travelling by cars, buses, trucks and motorcycles, while also reflecting on the brand’s 160-year legacy in the…

02 May

Tata Motors logs record patent filings in FY26, strengthens innovation push

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Tata Motors Ltd. has recorded its highest-ever annual patent filing performance for its commercial vehicle business in FY26, filing 144 patent applications as the company accelerated its focus on innovation and future-ready mobility solutions. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the company said the filings were aimed at advancing vehicle safety, reliability, occupant comfort, and reducing total cost of ownership for customers. The filings also reflected Tata Motors’ growing focus on sustainable mobility technologies, including electric vehicles and hydrogen-powered internal combustion engines. Apart from patent filings, the company submitted 21 design applications and 35 copyright applications during the financial year.…

02 May

HPCL delivers 375 lakh LPG cylinders in April as demand rises for smaller, flexible fuel options

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Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) delivered 375 lakh LPG cylinders across India in April 2026, highlighting rising demand for flexible and smaller cooking fuel solutions amid changing urban consumption patterns and increasing mobility among consumers. The company said growing adoption of Free Trade LPG (FTL) cylinders, especially 5 kg and 2 kg variants, reflects a shift towards need-based and on-demand energy usage. During April, HPCL sold 7,87,543 units of 5 kg cylinders and 26,916 units of 2 kg cylinders. The smaller cylinders are increasingly being used by migrant workers, small vendors, micro-businesses and urban households seeking portable and low-cost energy…