More than 800 goods trucks and fuel tankers are currently stranded between Assam and Manipur due to landslides and a shortage of security escorts along National Highway 37, the state’s primary supply route. According to sources, around 420 vehicles are waiting at Jiribam in Manipur, while nearly 350 trucks and tankers are held up at…
The Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) in Manipur has clarified that its role is strictly limited to providing healthcare services, stating that it has no involvement in patient transportation or the deployment of security personnel. The clarification came after unrest at the hospital campus following the treatment of three injured youths. Tensions escalated on…
India’s automobile industry delivered its strongest-ever May performance in 2026 across passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers, according to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers. The growth was driven by robust SUV demand and a recovery in entry-level cars, alongside record-breaking scooter sales and improving exports. Passenger vehicle (PV) wholesales surged 27.3% year-on-year to 438,854 units….
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has urged NITI Aayog to play a decisive role in the state’s economic recovery, peace-building and long-term development, stating that development remains the most effective solution to insurgency and unrest. He made the remarks during an interaction between NITI Aayog and Chief Ministers and Chief Secretaries of northeastern states…
The Vedanta Limited group’s four demerged businesses are expected to make their stock market debut on Monday, June 15, listing on both the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange, according to sources. Alongside Vedanta Limited, which is already listed, the shares of four newly created independent entities—Vedanta Aluminium Metal (VAML), Vedanta Oil &…
Online travel platform MakeMyTrip has introduced a new paid feature allowing users to secure flexible check-in and check-out times during hotel bookings. The feature addresses a major pain point for travellers by guaranteeing early arrivals or extended departures for a fee. Currently, this option is live on the MakeMyTrip app and is available across more…
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Chairman N Chandrasekaran envisions a future where the tech giant will deploy as many artificial intelligence (AI) agents as human employees within the next three years. Addressing shareholders at the company’s 31st Annual General Meeting (AGM), Chandrasekaran revealed that TCS is currently executing some of the most consequential work in its…
TVS Motor Company has introduced a dedicated bespoke retail ecosystem named TVS Paddock, marking a major milestone in its premium mobility journey. Scheduled for a rollout in the second quarter of the 2026-27 financial year, this exclusive channel is specifically engineered to elevate the customer buying and ownership experience. The strategic move aims to combine…
In a major push toward heritage conservation and historical awareness, the Assam Rifles has launched a collaborative initiative at the historic Khongjom War Memorial in Manipur’s Kakching district. The campaign aims to preserve the cultural legacy of the state while inspiring the younger generation with stories of past heroism. The initiative kicked off with a…
Normal life came to a grinding halt across the Zeliangrongpui-inhabited areas of Manipur following an indefinite emergency shutdown called by the Joint Tribes’ Council (JTC). The total shutdown, which commenced Monday night, severely crippled movement in Noney district and completely choked National Highway 37—the vital Imphal–Jiribam supply route. More than 250 loaded vehicles, including critical…
