CRPF DG Gyanendra Pratap Singh Reviews Operational Readiness in Imphal
Top security officials conducted separate reviews of the security situation and operational preparedness in Manipur…
CRPF DG Gyanendra Pratap Singh Reviews Operational Readiness in Imphal
Top security officials conducted separate reviews of the security situation and operational preparedness in Manipur this week, with a focus on maintaining peace, strengthening coordination and enhancing border management along the India-Myanmar frontier. On October 27, CRPF Director General Gyanendra Pratap Singh visited Imphal and reviewed the operational readiness of the force in the state….
High Operational Costs and Cybersecurity Risks Demand Revenue Model for UPI Ecosystem
PhonePe founder and Chief Executive Officer Sameer Nigam has strongly advocated for the introduction of a merchant discount rate on select Unified Payments Interface transactions, emphasizing that India’s digital payments ecosystem requires a sustainable revenue model to support ongoing investment, innovation, and expansion. Speaking at the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit in Mumbai, Nigam highlighted…
Palmonas unveils contemporary 9KT gold jewellery collection for festive gifting
Palmonas has curated a collection of 9KT gold jewellery featuring lab-grown diamonds, offering festive gifting options priced under ₹20,000. The selection combines traditional symbolism with contemporary designs, catering to consumers seeking versatile jewellery for celebrations and everyday wear. The collection includes six designs: the Bloom Cluster Ring, featuring lab-grown diamonds arranged in a floral pattern;…
CDSL’s ₹11.5 lakh Ideathon targets financial literacy gap as cyber fraud risks mount
Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) has launched Reimagine Ideathon 2.0, a nationwide initiative encouraging students to develop innovative solutions for investor awareness, financial literacy and cyber safety. The competition offers a total prize pool of ₹11.5 lakh for the top five teams. Launched during World Investor Week 2026 under the theme ‘Samajh Se Investing…
Joint Operation by Assam Rifles, Manipur Police, CRPF and CoBRA Seizes 24 Firearms
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh visited Sinai Camp in Khongbal Kuki village of Kangpokpi district on Sunday, days after security forces took control of the camp and arrested 17 individuals for allegedly impersonating cadres registered under the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement using fake identities. During the visit, the Chief Minister interacted with security…
Joint Operation by Manipur Police, CRPF QAT and CoBRA After Imphal East Attack
Manipur police today said that 17 individuals were arrested from a designated camp of Kuki militants who are in ceasefire with the government.Police said the arrests were made after they were found to be impersonating as registered cadres of Kuki National Army (KNA) and Kuki Liberation Army (KLA). Both the outfits are under suspension of…
BHIM Payments App uses digital transactions to drive education-focused social innovation
BHIM Payments App, developed by NPCI BHIM, has partnered with civic and developmental organisation Goonj for the third edition of its ‘Meethi Diwali’ campaign, using everyday digital payments to support educational access for underprivileged children. The campaign, running from October 19 to November 8, 2026, will see BHIM contribute towards providing school kits to children…
ICICI Life reports 26.5% rise in H1 profit as protection and annuity businesses surge
ICICI Life Insurance Limited reported a 26.5% year-on-year increase in profit after tax (PAT) to ₹760 crore in the first half of FY2027, reflecting strong business growth, improved operational efficiency and sustained demand for protection and annuity products. The company’s new business premium grew 25% year-on-year to ₹11,821 crore, while its value of new business…
Infosys Retains 20-22% Operating Margin Outlook and Adds 4,000 Net Employees in Q2
Indian IT services giant Infosys has lowered its full-year revenue growth guidance for FY27 to 1–2 percent in constant currency terms, down from its Q1 projection of 1.5–3 percent, citing persistent pricing pressures, intense competition, and muted discretionary spending across key industry verticals like retail and hi-tech. The guidance revision comes despite a solid financial…
Six Japanese Social Welfare Firms Express Interest in Recruiting Skilled Youth from Manipur
Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on Friday said the state government would extend all possible support to youths seeking jobs in Japan, an official statement said.Singh made the remarks during an interaction with representatives of Japan-based Zenken Corporation and six Japanese social welfare corporations at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat.The Japanese corporations includes Life no…
