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Preparations Underway in Soreng for Sikkim Assembly Elections 2024, Counting Set for June 2

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Preparations Underway in Soreng for Sikkim Assembly Elections 2024, Counting Set for June 2

1. Soreng district in Sikkim is witnessing intensive preparations as the election results approach.
2. Counting for both assembly and parliamentary polls is scheduled for June 2nd and 4th.
3. The process is expected to play a crucial role in shaping the democratic landscape of the region.

Soreng, May 09: Preparations are in full swing in the Soreng district of Sikkim as the eagerly awaited election results draw near.

Scheduled for June 2nd and 4th, the counting process for both assembly and parliamentary polls is anticipated to be a pivotal moment in the democratic process.

Led by Yishey D Yongda, the District Electoral Officer (DEO) and Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Soreng, the initial randomization of counting personnel took place at the District Administrative Centre (DAC) in Soreng.

Also Read: Tripura Government Schools to Implement E-Attendance System for Teachers

This crucial step saw the presence of Dhiraj Subedi, Deputy DEO and Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) of Soreng, along with DR Bista, Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) at Headquarters.

A meticulous selection process resulted in a contingent of 198 counting personnel, including Supervisors, Counting Assistants, and Micro Observers. The selection was conducted transparently and with integrity, utilizing the National Informatics Centre (NIC) portal for the randomization procedure.

This undertaking underscores the commitment of electoral authorities to ensure a fair and transparent outcome. With dedicated personnel and advanced technological tools, the electoral process in district is poised to uphold the principles of democracy and accountability.

As the nation eagerly awaits the election results, all eyes are on Soreng district, where meticulous planning and execution of the counting process demonstrate the democratic values of the nation.

Tripura Government Schools to Implement E-Attendance System for Teachers

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Tripura Government Schools to Implement E-Attendance System for Teachers

1. The Tripura government plans an e-attendance system for teachers in all government schools.
2. OSD Abhijit Samajpati reveals the state’s intention to enhance transparency in attendance tracking.
3. The system mirrors successful implementations in select offices, including the civil secretariat.

Agartala, May 09: Tripura is poised to introduce an e-attendance system for teachers across all government schools, aiming to enhance transparency in attendance tracking, a senior official announced on Thursday.

Officer on Special Duty (OSD) for School Education, Abhijit Samajpati, revealed that the state government had already implemented an e-attendance system in select offices, including the civil secretariat, and now plans to extend it to schools.

Samajpati elaborated that the initiative would not only cover teachers but also include students in government schools, with implementation slated six months after its rollout for teachers.

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Training sessions on operating the e-attendance system have commenced to ensure smooth integration, he added.

Further detailing the plan, Samajpati mentioned the eventual incorporation of geo-tagging, envisioning a fully digitized system.

Tripura currently hosts 2,640 government schools with a teaching staff of 25,064 overseeing 4,76,609 enrolled students, according to official statistics.

India Surpasses Japan, Becomes Third Largest Solar Power Producer in 2023

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India Surpasses Japan, Becomes Third Largest Solar Power Producer in 2023

1. India surpassed Japan in 2023 as the world’s third-largest solar power generator.
2. Ember’s report highlighted solar energy’s record contribution to global electricity, reaching 5.5% in 2023.
3. Rapid solar energy deployment drove India’s ascent, marking significant progress in renewable energy adoption.

New Delhi, May 09: In 2023, India surged past Japan to claim the title of the world’s third-largest solar power generator, driven by rapid solar energy deployment, as revealed in a recent report by global energy think tank Ember.

Ember’s “Global Electricity Review” disclosed that solar energy’s share in global electricity production reached a record high of 5.5% in 2023.

India mirrored this trend, generating 5.8% of its electricity from solar sources, showcasing a significant leap from being ninth in solar energy deployment back in 2015.

According to Aditya Lolla, Director of Ember’s Asia Programme, the escalation in clean electricity production not only aids in reducing carbon emissions but is also crucial for meeting escalating electricity demands in an increasingly electrified economy and dissociating economic growth from emissions, essential steps in combatting climate change.

Also Read: IMD Alerts: Rain and Thunderstorms Forecasted in West Bengal Till May 12, with Sharp Temperature Decline

For the 19th consecutive year, solar maintained its position as the fastest-growing electricity source globally, surpassing coal in new electricity additions by more than double in 2023.

India witnessed the world’s fourth-largest surge in solar generation in 2023, adding 18 terawatt-hours (TWh) to its solar capacity, following China (+156 TWh), the United States (+33 TWh), and Brazil (+22 TWh). Together, these four countries accounted for 75% of the global solar growth in 2023.

Ember’s data underscored a significant surge in global solar generation, which expanded over sixfold from 2015 to 2023. India mirrored this growth, with solar’s contribution to its electricity generation climbing from 0.5% in 2015 to 5.8% in 2023.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) projected solar energy to constitute 22% of global electricity generation by 2030 in its “Net Zero Emissions” scenario.

With electricity generation contributing nearly half of India’s annual carbon dioxide emissions, accelerating the transition to cleaner energy sources is imperative for the nation to align with both developmental and climate objectives.

India has pledged to achieve 50% cumulative electric power installed capacity from non-fossil fuel-based energy sources by 2030 as part of its national climate change strategy.

The historic agreement reached at the United Nations’ COP28 climate change conference in December 2023 aimed to triple global renewable energy capacity by 2030, a pivotal step in limiting the average temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius, as outlined in the 2015 political target to mitigate climate impacts.

India stands among the few nations aiming to triple their renewable capacity by 2030. Ember’s analysis emphasizes the need for a substantial increase in annual capacity additions to meet this ambitious target.

IMD Alerts: Rain, Thunderstorms Forecasted in West Bengal Till May 12, with Sharp Temperature Decline

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IMD Alerts: Rain, Thunderstorms Forecasted in West Bengal Till May 12, with Sharp Temperature Decline

1. IMD issued an orange alert for West Bengal, warning of thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall.
2. Districts affected include North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, and more.
3. Precautions advised for residents as severe weather conditions are expected until May 12.

Weather Update, May 09: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for various districts in West Bengal, cautioning of thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds at 50-60 kmph, and heavy rainfall ranging from 7-11 cm.

These districts include North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, Howrah, Kolkata, Hooghly, Purulia, Jhargram, West Midnapore, Bankura, West Burdwan, East Burdwan, Birbhum, Murshidabad, and Nadia.

According to a Met official, a cyclonic circulation over Bangladesh and neighboring areas, extending up to 1.5 km above mean sea level, is causing a strong moisture incursion from the Bay of Bengal.

This setup is likely to sustain thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and thunder squall activity across West Bengal until the weekend.

The IMD has also cautioned about rough seas near the coast, attributing the rough conditions to high-period swell waves ranging from 0.8 to 2.0 meters in height, with current speeds varying from 15 to 105 cm/sec. These waves are anticipated to have a period of 15 to 17 seconds.

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In Kolkata, Wednesday saw a daytime temperature of 30.4 degrees Celsius, marking a deviation of 5.3 degrees lower than the normal temperature, with maximum humidity recorded at 95 percent. The sky remained predominantly cloudy with a possibility of rain or thundershowers.

Cyclonic circulations, rain, and thunderstorms have led to maximum temperatures hovering around or below 35 degrees Celsius.

On Wednesday, areas like Midnapore, Krishnanagar, Asansol, and Jhargram experienced maximum temperatures around 33.5 degrees Celsius. Purulia, Sriniketan, Canning, Kalyani, and Birdhwan registered a maximum temperature of 44 degrees Celsius, while Panaghar recorded 35 degrees Celsius.

Additionally, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Alipurduar, Coochbehar, Jalpaiguri, North Dinajpur, South Dinajpur, and Malda have been placed under a yellow alert for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching 40-50 kmph, along with light to moderate rainfall, expected to persist throughout the week.

Furthermore, Darjeeling recorded a maximum temperature of 16 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, Kalimpong at 19 degrees Celsius, Jalpaiguri and Cooch Behar at 30 degrees Celsius, Alipurduar and Malda at 32 degrees Celsius, and Raiganj at 35 degrees Celsius.

Air India Express Crisis: ‘Sick’ Crew Members Laid Off, Flight Disruptions Persist | Key Updates

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Air India Express Crisis: ‘Sick’ Crew Members Laid Off, Flight Disruptions Persist | Key Updates

1. Air India Express laid off cabin crew after mass sick leave, causing 86 flight cancellations.
2. Protest targets Tata Group for merging Air India Express with AIX Connect (formerly AirAsia India).
3. Operational cutbacks extend until May 13 amid ongoing protests.

New Delhi, May 09: Air India Express initiated the layoff of cabin crew members following mass “sick leaves” on Wednesday, resulting in the cancellation of at least 86 flights and operational cutbacks until May 13.

The protest, directed against the Tata Group management, which owns Air India, focused on the merger of Air India Express with AIX Connect, formerly AirAsia India.

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Here are the latest developments:

  1. Termination letters were dispatched to approximately 25 employees who participated in the mass sick leave. About 327 senior crew members reported as “sick” shortly before their flights and became unreachable by phone.
  2. The termination letters emphasized that the significant number of participating crew members indicated a premeditated and concerted abstention from work without justifiable cause, constituting a violation of their employment contracts.
  3. The layoffs took effect immediately upon receipt of the termination letters.
  4. Flight cancellations persisted on Thursday, affecting over 70 services. CEO of Air India Express, Aloke Singh, noted that the strike did not represent the vast majority of cabin crew members who continued to fulfill their duties.
  5. Air India Express, a budget airline, became the second Tata Group-affiliated carrier to experience employee protests in recent months. Vistara, the joint venture with Singapore Airlines, faced similar flight cancellations due to crew unavailability last month. Subsequently, Vistara had to reduce operations after a mass sick call from pilots.

Himanta Biswa Sarma Sends Warm Congratulations to Class 12 Toppers

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Himanta Biswa Sarma Sends Warm Congratulations to Class 12 Toppers

1. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma extended warm congratulations to students for passing their Higher Secondary exams.
2. He expressed his wishes on the micro-blogging site X.
3. Sarma encouraged students to strive for excellence in future endeavors.

Guwahati, May 09: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on May 9, extended warm congratulations to students who successfully passed their Higher Secondary exams this year, following the announcement of results by the Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC).

Chief Minister Sarma took to the micro-blogging site X to convey his heartfelt wishes to the successful students, expressing optimism for their future endeavors.

In his message, Sarma encouraged the students to keep striving for excellence in the coming years.

He also offered words of encouragement to those who did not achieve the desired results, urging them to embrace determination and challenge their limits.

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Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu also shared his congratulations on X, highlighting the overall pass percentage and subject-wise performance.

He appreciated AHSEC for timely result declaration compared to the previous year.

Mizoram CM Lalduhoma Optimistic About Unfenced India-Myanmar Border

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Mizoram CM Lalduhoma Optimistic About Unfenced India-Myanmar Border

1. Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma expressed optimism for exempting the India-Myanmar border in Mizoram from fencing.
2. Lalduhoma conveyed hope to maintain the existing Free Movement Regime with Myanmar.
3. The statements were made during an interaction with Zo Reunification Organisation (ZORO) leaders in Aizawl.

Aizawl, May 09: Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma expressed optimism on Wednesday regarding the exemption of the 510-km-long stretch of the India-Myanmar border in Mizoram from fencing, according to an official statement.

In an interaction with leaders of the Zo Reunification Organisation (ZORO) in Aizawl, Lalduhoma also conveyed hope that the Union government would retain the existing Free Movement Regime (FMR) with the neighbouring country, the official added.

Lalduhoma informed ZORO members that he had held discussions on these matters with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. He requested them to maintain the status quo regarding the border.

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ZORO, based in Aizawl, is a Mizo group advocating for the reunification of all Chin-Kuki-Mizo-Zomi tribes of India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar under one administrative unit.

The organization announced plans to organize peaceful rallies at Zokhawthar and Vaphai along the India-Myanmar border on May 16 to protest against the Centre’s decision to fence the border and terminate the FMR.

Massive Blaze Engulfs Homes in Dimapur’s Burma Camp, Nagaland

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Massive Blaze Engulfs Homes in Dimapur’s Burma Camp, Nagaland

1. Fire engulfed several tenant houses in Dimapur’s Burma Camp area on May 8 around 9:15 PM.
2. Locals and fire tenders battled the blaze overnight, yet the cause remains undetermined.
3. Despite efforts, the fire was eventually brought under control with no reported casualties.

Dimapur, May 09: A significant fire erupted in the Burma Camp area of Dimapur, Nagaland, reducing several tenant houses to ashes on the night of May 8 around 9:15 PM.

The cause of the fire remains unknown, despite efforts by locals and fire tenders to contain the blaze throughout the night.

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After a prolonged struggle, fire tenders managed to gain control of the flames, bringing relief to the affected area.

Fortunately, there were no reports of casualties or injuries at the time of reporting this incident.

Arms and Ammunition Cache Seized in Manipur During Search and Domination Operations

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Arms and Ammunition Cache Seized in Manipur During Search and Domination Operations

1. Security forces conducted operations to enhance public safety in vulnerable regions of Manipur
2. Discoveries in the Wangoo Yellangba hill area highlight varied security threats in Manipur.
3. Recovered items indicate risks ranging from arms proliferation to potential insurgent activities.

Imphal, May 09: In recent operations across vulnerable regions of Manipur, security forces conducted extensive searches and area domination initiatives to bolster public safety.

Their efforts yielded a cache of various items, indicating the persistent security challenges faced:

  • One locally manufactured 9mm Pistol with an empty magazine revealed illicit arms proliferation.
  • Six 36-HE Grenades posed severe risks if misused.
  • Three covers of a 2-inch mortar smoke shell hinted at potential incendiary operations.
  • Four empty shells of 2-inch mortar smoke shells suggested prior usage.
  • One Tube launcher indicated plans for deploying projectiles.
  • One BP plate pointed to the presence of armed elements.
  • One Baofeng handheld device facilitated clandestine communication.
  • Two BP vests were found, essential for personnel in high-risk environments.
  • Three cartridge chargers were discovered, crucial for firearm preparation.
  • Two grenade launcher rings hinted at heavy weaponry presence.
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Discovered in the Wangoo Yellangba hill area of Kakching District, these items showcase the diverse security threats across Manipur, from arms proliferation to potential insurgent activities.

Japan Ambassador Unveils Kohima Peace Memorial and Eco-Park

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Japan Ambassador Unveils Kohima Peace Memorial and Eco-Park

1. Japan’s Ambassador inaugurates Kohima Peace Memorial and Eco-Park foundation stone ceremony.
2. Nagaland Chief Minister joins Ambassador Hiroshi in tree planting activities.
3. Ceremony marks collaborative efforts to honor the WWII Battle of Kohima victims and promote environmental conservation.

Kohima, May 08: Japan’s Ambassador to India, Suzuki Hiroshi, led the inauguration of the Kohima Peace Memorial and laid the foundation stone for an Eco-Park under construction in Kohima, Nagaland.

Accompanied by Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, Ambassador Hiroshi participated in tree-planting activities during the ceremony.

In his speech, Ambassador Hiroshi emphasized the historical significance of the Kohima Peace Memorial, honoring those affected by the Battle of Kohima during World War II.

He recognized the resilience of the people of Nagaland during the conflict, particularly in the famous “Battle of the Tennis Courts” between Japanese and British Commonwealth Forces 80 years ago.

Expressing gratitude to the Nagaland community for their hospitality, Ambassador Hiroshi praised the collaborative efforts of Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and local stakeholders in bringing the memorial to fruition.

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He acknowledged the contributions of individuals like Ajanuo Belho, a member of the Kohima-Japan Bone Collection Team, who hosted the Japanese delegation in the 1970s.

Ambassador Hiroshi also commended Japanese veterans and their families for supporting projects like the construction of the Kohima Cathedral, showcasing the enduring bond between Japan and Nagaland.

He unveiled plans for an adjacent Eco-Park, funded by Japan’s Official Development Assistance (ODA), envisioning it as a tranquil sanctuary symbolizing the enduring friendship between the two nations.

Highlighting youth exchange initiatives, Ambassador Hiroshi stressed the importance of empowering Naga youth through skill training and cultural exchange programs, including the introduction of Japanese language courses at Nagaland University.

Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio hailed the inauguration of the Kohima Peace Memorial as a historic milestone, signifying the journey from conflict to peace and unity. He reiterated Nagaland’s commitment to promoting global peace and enhancing bilateral cooperation across various sectors.

Reflecting on his visit to the Peace Memorial in Hiroshima, Chief Minister Rio emphasized the need for peace in a world marked by war’s devastation.

He reaffirmed Nagaland’s dedication to strengthening ties with Japan through collaborative efforts in forestry, healthcare, and cultural exchange.

The ceremony, presided over by Nagaland’s Chief Secretary J Alam, witnessed the participation of legislators, state officials, and dignitaries.

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