Mumbai | October 21,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES Bollywood veteran and iconic comedian Govardhan Asrani, fondly known as Asrani, passed away on Monday at the age of 84. The actor reportedly succumbed to a chest infection at around 3 PM in Mumbai. His last rites were performed at the Santacruz Crematorium in the evening, attended by family and close friends from the film fraternity.

AGARTALA| OCTOBER 21,2025| SKY LINK TIMES| In a commendable citizen-service initiative, the West Agartala Police Station on Monday handed over 30 recovered mobile phones to their rightful owners. The devices had been stolen in various incidents registered over the past few months across West Tripura district. The recovery operation was executed under the leadership of Officer-in-Charge (OC) Rana Chatterjee, with close supervision from…

New Delhi | October 20,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked this year’s Diwali with the Indian Navy aboard INS Vikrant, reinforcing his government’s long-term commitment to defence indigenisation, infrastructure development, and national identity. The event blended emotion with policy, highlighting the Prime Minister’s hallmark approach of personal connection with India’s defenders. PM Modi Unites Navy & Nation with INS Vikrant Diwali…

Hai Phong (Vietnam)| OCTOBER 20,2025| SKY LINK TIMES| Indian rowers made waves at the Asian Rowing Championship 2025, clinching a total of 10 medals — including 3 golds, 5 silvers, and 2 bronzes — in a stellar display of strength and teamwork. The event concluded on Sunday in Hai Phong, Vietnam, marking one of India’s best performances at the continental stage.

Mumbai | October 20,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has declared the early redemption price for the Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) 2020–21 Series-VII, offering investors a substantial 153% return over five years. The redemption will take place on October 20, 2025, exactly five years after the bond’s issuance. RBI Fixes ₹12,792 Redemption Price Reserve Bank of India Fixes Redemption Price at ₹12,792 per Gram…

New Delhi | October 20,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES Prime Minister Narendra Modi has once again championed the spirit of ‘Vocal for Local’, urging the nation to celebrate this Diwali with pride in Indian-made products. In a late-night post on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, PM Modi appealed to all 140 crore citizens to choose Swadeshi goods and proudly say, …

NEW DELHI | OCTOBER 19,2025| SKY LINK TIMES| India’s space education drive is reaching new heights. The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), in collaboration with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Astronautical Society of India (ASI), will host the Model Rocketry/CANSAT India Student Competition 2024–25 from October 27 to 30, 2025, on the banks of the…

AGARTALA| OCTOBER 19,2025| SKY LINK TIMES| In a moment of pride for Tripura and the North-East, Tripura Scientist Dr. Debabrata Ray, a distinguished scientist from the state, has been appointed as the Director of the Rubber Research Institute of India (RRII) under the Rubber Board, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. He becomes the first person from Tripura to hold this prestigious position.

NEW DELHI|OCTOBER 19, 2025|SKY LINK TIMES| In a sharp escalation of rhetoric, Pakistan’s Army Chief  Asim Munir, has warned that Pakistan’s expanding military capabilities could “shatter the misconceived immunity of India’s geographical war space.” His remarks came during an address at the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) in Kakul, sparking renewed concern about nuclear brinkmanship in South Asia…

NEW DELHI|OCTOBER 18,2025|SKY LINK TIMES| Diwali 2025 : As India gears up to celebrate the festival of lights, experts warn that Diwali 2025 could once again bring a spike in air pollution, impacting respiratory and overall health. The smoke from firecrackers, coupled with stagnant weather and rising particulate matter, can cause breathing difficulties, skin irritation, and fatigue. Diwali 2025 Health and nutrition experts are urging citizens to make mindful lifestyle and dietary adjustments to stay safe during the festive season.

AGARTALA TRIPURA|OCTOBER 18,2025| SKY LINK TIMES| Tripura Police Seize 896 Kg Cannabis and 90,000 Cough Syrup Bottles. They have intensified their fight against drug trafficking, launching coordinated operations across the state that led to massive narcotics seizures and multiple arrests over the past ten days. Chief Minister Manik Saha announced the results of the statewide anti-drug campaign on Saturday, emphasizing the government’s…

Mumbai | October 18,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES Tere Ishq Mein Title track Out Now:A Soulful Beginning to a Tale of Love and Betrayal The much-awaited title track of Tere Ishq Mein starring Dhanush and Kriti Sanon is finally out — and it’s every bit as emotional and mesmerizing as fans hoped. Sung by Arijit Singh, the song was released today across major streaming platforms and YouTube, instantly winning hearts with its haunting melody and heartfelt lyrics.

Shillong | October 17,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES Meghalaya CM Launched 'Probites': Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma launched ‘Probites’, a new yoghurt brand developed by student entrepreneurs from St. Anthony’s College, Shillong, marking a major step in promoting youth-led innovation and entrepreneurship in the state. Meghalaya CM Launched ‘Probites’ The brand was unveiled at a ceremony held at the Dominic Conference Hall, supported by the St.

Kohima | October 18,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES Nagaland seeks Merit-Based IAS Clause Restoration: Five key civil service associations in Nagaland have demanded the restoration of a merit-based recruitment clause in the state’s Indian Administrative Service (IAS) induction process, following the withdrawal of a key government circular that they allege was intended to favour an ineligible candidate. Nagaland Officers Seek Merit-Based IAS Clause Restoration…

Agartala, October 17,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES Tripura Eyes Power Export to Nepal: Tripura Eyes Power Export to Nepal, expanding its footprint as a regional energy supplier after successfully supplying power to Bangladesh, Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath announced on Thursday. The proposal now awaits the final clearance from the Central Government. Tripura Eyes Power Export to Nepal The announcement came during the inauguration of a 132 KV Gokulnagar Sub-Station in Sepahijala district — a ₹43.98 crore project built under the…

New Delhi, October 18,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES In a proud moment for Tripura, North Tripura district has been declared the Best Performing District under the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM JANMAN) by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India. The prestigious award was presented by Hon’ble President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, recognizing the district’s exceptional efforts in uplifting tribal communities through effective implementation of government schemes.

New Delhi | October 17, 2025 | SKY LINK TIMES FSSAI Bans ORS: India’s top food regulator, the FSSAI Bans ORS and has issued a strict advisory directing beverage companies to immediately remove the term “ORS” (Oral Rehydration Solution) from product names, packaging, and advertisements. FSSAI Bans ‘ORS’ Label on Drinks to Curb Misleading Ads In its latest directive dated October 14, 2025, the FSSAI stated that using “ORS” for beverages — even with prefixes or suffixes — violates the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and misleads consumers into believing such products are medically approved rehydration solutions.

Dhalai (Tripura), October 17,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES In a major step toward strengthening healthcare access in remote and underserved areas, the Dhalai district administration has officially launched a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) aimed at delivering essential medical services to rural communities. Dhalai Launches Mobile Medical Unit for Rural Healthcare The initiative, launched on Thursday, is supported by Tata AIG General Insurance Company Ltd.

New Delhi | Oct 17,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES Maddock Films’ much-anticipated horror-comedy Thamma has officially opened its advance bookings ahead of its grand Diwali release on October 21, 2025. Following the massive success of Stree 2, this new installment from the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe promises to deliver a unique mix of romance, horror, and humor—this time, with a vampire twist.

New Delhi | Oct 16,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES In a landmark moment for India’s defence sector, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to receive its first Tejas Mk-1A fighter jet on Friday, marking a significant leap in the country’s indigenous military aviation programme.The advanced combat aircraft, developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), will be formally handed over to the IAF at a ceremony in Nashik, Maharashtra, in the presence of Defence Minister…

New Delhi | October 16,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES India Rejects Trump's Statement: India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has firmly denied claims made by former US President Donald Trump regarding a recent phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Trump had stated that PM Modi had “assured” him India would stop buying oil from Russia, but the MEA clarified that no such telephonic conversation took place.

Shillong | October 16, 2025 | SKY LINK TIMES In a landmark move to strengthen the healthcare sector and provide long-overdue job stability, the Meghalaya Govt has approved the regularisation of cadre for nearly 1000 nurses serving under the Meghalaya Nursing Service. The decision was made during a Cabinet meeting held earlier this week in Shillong. Meghalaya Govt Regularises 1,000 Nurses…

New Delhi| Oct 16,2025|SKY LINK TIMESIn a major push toward strengthening the healthcare infrastructure of Tripura, the state government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, in the presence of Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Wednesday in New Delhi. The agreement aims to upgrade Tripura’s medical education system…

Mumbai, October 15,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES Bollywood’s beloved entertainer Ajay Devgn is all set to bring back laughter and love with the much-awaited sequel, “De De Pyaar De 2”, hitting theatres worldwide on November 14, 2025. The film promises double the fun, drama, and romance, reuniting the original cast while introducing fresh faces to the mix. Ajay Devgn Returns with “De De Pyaar De 2”

Bishkek | October 15,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES New Security Push: In a significant boost to regional security ,collaboration, India and Kyrgyzstan have agreed to enhance cooperation on countering terrorism, radicalisation, extremism, and drug trafficking during National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval’s visit to Bishkek on Wednesday. New Security Push New Security Push: High-Level Meeting Strengthens New Security Push Part of the India-Central Asia Security Framework…