Prasenjit Bhowmik

Bird Flu Outbreak in India: H5N1 Virus Detected in Domestic Cats, Raises Concerns

India is grappling with a sudden surge in H5N1 avian influenza cases, commonly known as bird flu, sparking concerns over its rapid spread and potential risks. For the first time, the virus has been detected in domestic cats, with Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara district identified as the epicenter of this outbreak. Virus Transmission and Impact Authorities…

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Bank of England Warns of ‘Substantial’ Risks to UK Economy from US Tariffs

The Governor of the Bank of England, Andrew Bailey, has raised concerns over the potential impact of recent US trade policies on the UK and global economies. Speaking to the Treasury Select Committee on Wednesday, Bailey described the risks posed by President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff measures as “substantial.” US Tariffs and Global Implications President…

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Delhi Government Launches Mahila Samriddhi Scheme: Rs 2,500 Monthly Aid for Women

The Delhi government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, is set to launch the much-anticipated Mahila Samriddhi Scheme on March 8, 2025. This initiative aims to provide financial assistance of Rs 2,500 per month to eligible women, empowering them and improving their financial stability. Eligibility Criteria The scheme is designed to support women…

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Meghalaya CM Calls for Collaboration with Assam to Address Air Pollution

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has emphasized the need for a coordinated approach with Assam to tackle the alarming air pollution in Byrnihat, an industrial town on the Meghalaya-Assam border. Speaking in the Assembly on Wednesday, Sangma highlighted the shared responsibility of both states in addressing the issue, which has made Byrnihat one of…

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Prashant Kishor Predicts Nitish Kumar Will Contest Bihar Polls with BJP, May Switch Sides Later

Election strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor has made a bold prediction regarding Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s political future. Speaking at a press conference in West Champaran on Wednesday, Kishor claimed that Kumar, the Janata Dal (United) [JD(U)] president, will contest the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections in alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). However, he suggested…

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Assam Reports Over 80,000 Hectares of Land Encroached by Four Neighboring States

The Assam government has revealed that approximately 83,000 hectares of its land have been encroached upon by four neighboring states—Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, and Mizoram. The announcement was made by Assam Border Protection and Development Minister Atul Bora during a session in the state assembly on Wednesday. Extent of Encroachment According to the data presented,…

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Northeast India’s First Expressway to Cut Travel Time Between Guwahati and Silchar to Four Hours

The Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit, held in Guwahati, has set the stage for a transformative era in Assam’s economic development. With Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth ₹1.89 lakh crore signed on Day 1, the summit focuses on strengthening connectivity and mobility through significant investments in road, rail, and waterways infrastructure. The event…

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