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Ahmedabad: NIFT Gandhinagar on Friday organised Research Confluence 2026 on the theme, “Tradition, Innovation, and Rising India.” The institute also organised Kala Vaarta and Weave 2026, the alumni meet.Prof Sameer Sood, director of NIFT-G, focused on the recent FTA with the European Union and said that the textile sector will be an important driver of growth.A total of 42 research papers were presented at the event on themes such as cross-cultural management, social responsibility, circular design, and sustainable supply chains, among others.Major artisans from Gujarat and other states participated in the Kala Vaarta. The institute’s alumni participated in the alumni…
Bhubaneswar: The state cabinet on Saturday approved the State Cooperation Policy-2026, aimed at aligning Odisha’s cooperative framework with the National Cooperation Policy notified in July 2025.Briefing the media, chief secretary Anu Garg said the policy focuses on leveraging technology and institutional reforms to transform the cooperative sector into a vibrant, efficient and member-centric ecosystem, in line with the state’s vision of inclusive growth.The state policy seeks to strengthen a wide range of cooperative institutions, including primary agricultural cooperative societies (PACS), cooperative banks, marketing and processing societies, dairy, tribal, handloom, fisheries and housing cooperatives, with the objective of improving service delivery…
Gurgaon: One of three men who were arrested for a series of firing incidents in the city on Friday allegedly opened fire at a police team during a weapon recovery operation, prompting retaliatory action. An assistant sub-inspector escaped unhurt after the bullet struck his bulletproof jacket, while the accused was shot in the leg during the police response.Police said the three accused, Vinay (26), Bobby (25) and Pawan (27), all residents of Kadarpur village, were arrested on Friday for opening fire at various locations across Gurgaon, including Ghamdoj toll plaza. They were presented before the court and were taken on…
Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu on Friday held a coordination meeting with power developers to review progress on key hydropower projects in Dibang Valley district.The projects included 3097 MW Etalin Hydroelectric Project (HEP) and 680 MW Attunli HEP under implementation, along with the Emini 500 MW and Mihumdon 400 MW, which are under survey.Sunetra Pawar Takes Dep CM Oath, IMF Flags India GDP Surge, India Beat NZ And MoreWith a total planned capacity of 5097 MW, discussions focused on timelines, clearances, and ensuring development supports local welfare, infrastructure growth, and national energy security, Khandu wrote on X.Slated to be…
Belagavi: A software engineer was allegedly cheated of Rs 50 lakh after being lured with promises of unusually high returns in a short period through an online investment scheme.According to the complaint, the accused gained the trust of the victim, Vijayalaxmi, and between Dec 2024 and Jan 2026 induced her to transfer about Rs 37 lakh in instalments to two of his personal bank accounts. The accused also allegedly obtained details of her 3 credit cards and fraudulently availed loans amounting to nearly Rs 15 lakh using them.Sunetra Pawar Takes Dep CM Oath, IMF Flags India GDP Surge, India Beat…
Mangaluru: Sessions on ‘Manah Shanthi’, a stress management programme held as part of the Ayush Habba 2026 at TMA Pai International Convention Centre, attracted people across all age groups.On the opening day, people across age groups participated in Manah Shanthi sessions conducted by expert doctors, offering calmness of mind. Sunetra Pawar Takes Dep CM Oath, IMF Flags India GDP Surge, India Beat NZ And MoreDr Sangeethalaxmi M J, the coordinator of Manah Shanthi, said the camp offers free sessions on ‘Alpha Meditation — The Silva Method’ and ‘Vagus Nerve Meditation’. “Alpha Meditation is a state of deep relaxation. In this…
Noida: Two men were killed and one was injured in a scuffle over a delay in service at a dhaba in Khoda on Friday.Police said the clash occurred around 10pm at Vaishno Dhaba following an argument between customers and the staff. The eatery workers allegedly attacked the three men with kitchen knives.The three friends – Shri Pal, Satyam Kumar and Anurag Kumar– were daily wage workers. They were drinking in an e-rickshaw outside the eatery and ordered food to be served to them there. Police said the argument started when their food got delayed. The customers got angry and allegedly…
Margao: Stepping up his people’s movement to save Goa from wanton land conversion laws, retired Allahabad high court chief justice Ferdino Rebello addressed a well-attended gathering at Chandor on Friday, making a strong demand for govt to conduct carrying capacity studies for every village before permitting any new development projects.“We demand that govt carry out the carrying capacity study of every village,” Justice Rebello told the gathering. “Govt appointed an agency for the task, but made no funds available at its disposal to execute the work. We demand that govt make provision in the next fiscal for adequate funds to…
Hisar: Mental health problems tend to worsen with seasonal changes, particularly during the monsoon and autumn months, according to a major study conducted by Maharaja Agrasen Medical College, Agroha. The study, led by Dr Seema Sharma, professor of Community Medicine, and Dr Shekhu Bishnoi, Head of the Department of Psychiatry, found a clear and consistent seasonal pattern in the occurrence of mental illnesses. The research was published in the Dec 2025 issue of the medical journal Medica Innovatica. Based on an analysis of psychiatric outpatient department (OPD) records from Jan 2022 to Dec 2024, the study recorded a marked increase…
In a proactive move to elevate Patna’s infrastructure, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar conducted a thorough review of several ongoing projects. Notable highlights included the expansive widening of Nehru Path and significant drainage enhancements. Patna: CM Nitish Kumar on Saturday inspected several ongoing construction projects announced during his ‘Pragati Yatra’, reviewing widening and drainage works on Nehru Path from the Rupsapur Canal to Saguna Mor, along with progress on links connecting Digha–AIIMS Patali Path, Pataliputra Railway Station and JP Ganga Path.During the inspection, officials of the road construction department (RCD) briefed the CM on the progress of the works. “This project…