Elephant tusks, pangolin scales seized in Meghalaya, four held
The Meghalaya Forest Department foiled two attempts to smuggle animal parts in Ri-Bhoi district through intelligence-led operations by the Nongpoh Wildlife Range, Khasi Hills Wildlife Division.An official source said that acting on inputs from the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) about illegal trade along the Nongpoh-Umden Road, the team recently intercepted two persons at Umwang…
HFCL to Invest Rs 400 Crore in Optical Fibre and Cable Manufacturing Expansion
HFCL has approved a capital expenditure of approximately Rs 400 crore to further expand its optical fibre (OF) and optical fibre cable (OFC) manufacturing capacities, strengthening its position to meet rising global demand. The expansion will be funded through a mix of internal accruals and debt and is expected to be completed by July 2028….
Veteran Actor Pradeep Rawat Of Mahabharat Fame Passes Away At 74
Actor Pradeep Rawat, who became a household name for his role as Ashwatthama in the TV serial Mahabharat, passed away at the age of 74. The actor, who had been active in Indian cinema and television for over three decades, died on Tuesday. It was his portrayal of Ashwatthama in B.R. Chopra’s popular serial Mahabharat…
Membership Drive On: CJP To Enrol Students, Youth And Working Class In Assam
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) is set to form its Assam state committee, with the process expected to begin after the organisation’s upcoming meetings in Maharashtra and Delhi. CJP National Media Coordinator Sheikh Sahiluddin Shah made the announcement at a press conference at the Guwahati Press Club on Tuesday, held amid heavy police deployment. Shah…
KHADC Puts Shillong Ropeway Project on Hold, Seeks Legal Documents Within Seven Days
The Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) has temporarily halted progress on the Rs 153-crore Shillong Ropeway Project, directing the companies executing the work to establish within seven days that they have the required legal authority to operate within the Council’s jurisdiction. The decision followed a meeting on Monday between KHADC Chief Executive Member (CEM)…
Flipkart Confirms August 25 Debut for Fire-Boltt’s First Smartphone Under New ‘Boltt’ Brand
Popular Indian wearable manufacturer Fire-Boltt is officially entering the smartphone market with the unveil of its first device under the standalone “Boltt” brand on August 25, 2026, at 12 PM IST. A newly published Flipkart microsite confirmed the launch timeline while providing consumers with an official look at the handset’s design and brand positioning. The…
Food Regulator Takes Action Against Misleading Labelling Claims by Dabur India
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has prohibited Dabur India Ltd from selling several food products carrying misleading ‘100 per cent’ claims, stating that such labelling practices violate food safety regulations. The regulator issued the order against products including honey, cow ghee, edible oils, apple cider vinegar, virgin coconut oil, sesame oil,…
From Glasgow Gold To Delhi Meet: Scindia Lauds Mirabai Chanu, Eyes More Champions From Northeast
Fresh after scripting history with her record-extending third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal in Glasgow, ace weightlifter Mirabai Chanu called on Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, in New Delhi today.Congratulating Mirabai Chanu on her remarkable achievement, Scindia praised her unwavering determination, discipline and perseverance, describing her success…
Record Earnings Momentum Drives Vedanta’s Growth and Deleveraging Strategy
Metals and mining major Vedanta Group expects strong financial growth in the financial year 2026–27, targeting group earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of around $10 billion. The company also plans to reduce its overall debt by more than ₹20,000 crore during the year, according to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Ajay Goel. Speaking…
Redmi Teases Flagship K100 Pro Max Display and Performance Specs Ahead of Official Launch
Xiaomi has officially revealed additional flagship specifications for its upcoming Redmi K100 Pro Max ahead of its official debut. Confirming key hardware details via teaser announcements, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer revealed that the top-tier flagship will be powered by Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, paired with a dedicated D2 display chip to…
