Piyush Goyal launched integrated logistics plans to cut industry transaction costs, starting with a pilot program in eight cities. A guidebook on Harmonised System of Nomenclature (HSN) codes was introduced for systematic product categorization. The upgraded Logistics Data Bank (LDB) 2.0 offers real-time shipment tracking, enhancing visibility and planning.
PM Modi will inaugurate the Mahi-Banswara nuclear power project in Rajasthan, marking NTPC’s entry into the nuclear energy sector. The project, developed by Ashvini, a joint venture between NTPC and NPCIL, will feature four indigenously developed 700 MWe PHWRs. This initiative is part of the government’s plan to achieve 100 GW of nuclear power capacity…
A Brookings analysis reveals that a decline in international student enrolment poses significant financial risks for certain US states and institutions. States like Washington, D.C., Massachusetts, and New York face the highest per capita economic losses. Small, private, and Christian-affiliated colleges are the most vulnerable due to their reliance on international tuition. With new visa…
A cyberattack on Collins Aerospace’s check-in system disrupted operations at major European airports, including Heathrow and Brussels, affecting airlines like Etihad Airways. Manual check-ins led to delays, though Emirates remained largely unaffected. The outage hit during record passenger volumes at Heathrow, which recently saw over 8 million travelers in August, its busiest month ever. Restoration…
Tribal outfits, spearheaded by the Adivasi Bachao Morcha, organized a march in Ranchi to protest the Kurmi community’s demand for inclusion in the Scheduled Tribe list. Tribal leaders argue that the Kurmi community does not meet the criteria set by the Union Home Ministry for ST status. They also expressed concerns about potential social division…
Following the deadly ambush on Assam Rifles, Manipur’s governor convened a high-level security meeting, emphasizing coordinated action and heightened vigilance in sensitive areas. The state government announced ex gratia for the victims’ families, while locals staged protests condemning the attack. Police have recovered a suspected vehicle used in the ambush, signaling ongoing investigations.
Assam is in mourning following the death of Zubeen Garg in Singapore, prompting the government to declare three days of state mourning. All official entertainment and public celebrations have been cancelled, and educational institutions will be closed for his last rites.
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In Manipur, two women were murdered in separate incidents. Ningombam Ningol Naoroibam Ongbi Shilla was stabbed to death at her home in Imphal East. Police arrested Ayam Ronny and Naoroibam Thoiba. Waikhom Ningol Moirangthem Ongbi Malemnganbi Devi was found dead in her kitchen at Phumlou Siphai. She had head injuries. Investigations are ongoing in the…
