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Sikkim honors journalists on National Press Day and emphasizes improved media-government cooperation

Sikkim honors journalists on National Press Day and emphasizes improved media-government cooperation

Sikkim on Tuesday marked National Press Day with a state-level celebration at Manan Kendra, bringing together leading journalists, media professionals, government officials, and invited guests for a day dedicated to honouring the press and strengthening the bond between the media and the state administration. The programme served as a reminder of the enduring role of journalism in protecting democratic values, fostering accountability, and amplifying the voices of citizens. The event, organised jointly by the Department of Information and Public Relations (IPR) and the Press Club of Sikkim, highlighted the contribution of journalists working across print, television, radio, and digital platforms.…
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Post-pregnancy health habits can prevent heart disease

Post-pregnancy health habits can prevent heart disease

Women who develop gestational diabetes during pregnancy may face higher risks of heart disease later in life — but a new study shows that this risk can be significantly reduced through healthy lifestyle habits. Researchers tracking over 4,300 women with a history of gestational diabetes found that those who consistently maintained five key habits — staying at a healthy weight, eating a nutritious diet, exercising regularly, avoiding smoking, and drinking alcohol in moderation — lowered their risk of cardiovascular disease by up to 86%. Remarkably, over nearly three decades of follow-up, none of the women who followed all five habits…
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Assam CM unveils high-tech Agriculture Hub in Khetri under Indo-Israel project

Assam CM unveils high-tech Agriculture Hub in Khetri under Indo-Israel project

The Center of Excellence for Vegetables in Khetri in Kamrup (Metro) district was opened on November 24 by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. It is a flagship facility created under the Indo-Israel Agricultural Project to bring state-of-the-art agricultural technologies. Assam Agriculture Minister Atul Bora and Israeli Ambassador to India Reuven Azar attended the inauguration ceremony, which marked a significant turning point in India-Israel collaboration in contemporary irrigation and farming. Speaking at the function, Chief Minister Sarma stated that the recently established facility exemplifies the solid agricultural innovation collaboration between Israel and India. He thanked the visiting delegation and the…
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At Haflong, Dima Hasao Bharatiya Janata Party holds key organizational meeting

At Haflong, Dima Hasao Bharatiya Janata Party holds key organizational meeting

At a major organizational meeting held at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Bhawan in Haflong, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Dima Hasao unit reaffirmed its dedication to organizational development and community service in the area. Major BJP leaders attended the meeting, including Dima Hasao Shah Prabhari Anup Deb, chairman Mohet Hojai, MP Amarsing Tisso, MLA Nandita Gorlosa, CEM of Dima Hasao Debolal Gorlosa, BJP Assam Pradesh president Dilip Saikia, BJP Assam Pradesh organizing secretary Ravindra Raju, and other EMs and MACs of DHAC. Party leaders and committed karyakartas engaged in constant communication with BJP Assam Pradesh President Dilip Saikia and organizing secretary…
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Union Minister JP Nadda emphasizes India’s leadership in the world of medicine

Union Minister JP Nadda emphasizes India’s leadership in the world of medicine

The Organization of Pharmaceutical Producers of India (OPPI) held its 60th Annual Summit in New Delhi with the theme "Power of Partnerships." The summit celebrated the strength of cooperation between industry and government, science and technology, and policy and practice in fostering innovation, increasing access, and bolstering high-quality healthcare. Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers JP Nadda praised OPPI for 60 years of service to India's pharmaceutical industry in a special video message. He pointed out that the national government ideal of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, and Sabka Prayas is reflected in this…
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Dibrugarh’s 24×7 water supply project officially handed over to municipal corporation

Dibrugarh’s 24×7 water supply project officially handed over to municipal corporation

A significant step toward guaranteeing safe and dependable drinking water throughout all 19 municipal wards was taken with the official handover of the Dibrugarh Town 24×7 Water Supply Project under Atal Mission for Rejuvenation & Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 1.0 to the Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation. The project, which cost ₹193 crore to build, has 7,676 residential connections and a vast distribution network spanning over 150 kilometers. According to officials, the new system will help address long-standing problems with inconsistent and dangerous water in numerous neighborhoods. A meeting with Municipal Corporation personnel was also held during the handover to go over their…
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Study links lifestyle to lower heart disease in mothers

Study links lifestyle to lower heart disease in mothers

Women who develop gestational diabetes during pregnancy may face higher risks of heart disease later in life — but a new study shows that this risk can be significantly reduced through healthy lifestyle habits. Researchers tracking over 4,300 women with a history of gestational diabetes found that those who consistently maintained five key habits — staying at a healthy weight, eating a nutritious diet, exercising regularly, avoiding smoking, and drinking alcohol in moderation — lowered their risk of cardiovascular disease by up to 86%. Remarkably, over nearly three decades of follow-up, none of the women who followed all five habits…
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Assam CM reveals 2026 HSLC and HS exam schedules

Assam CM reveals 2026 HSLC and HS exam schedules

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced the 2026 exam schedule for HSLC (Matric) and Higher Secondary Final Exams. In an update issued on X (previously Twitter), he indicated that the HSLC exam will begin on 10 February 2026, while the Higher Secondary Final Exam will start on 11 February 2026. He also indicated that HSLC practical tests will be held in January 2026 at the same centres as the theory exams, indicating no separate venues will be used for practicals this year. The Assam HS Exam Routine 2026 is scheduled to be issued soon by AHSEC. While the…
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Assam Medical College & Hospital makes breakthrough in minimal-access open-heart surgery

Assam Medical College & Hospital makes breakthrough in minimal-access open-heart surgery

By successfully completing a challenging open-heart procedure using minimal-access cardiac surgical techniques, Assam Medical College & Hospital (AMCH) has made a major medical advancement that ushers in a new era of advanced cardiac treatment in Upper Assam. An atrial septal defect (ASD), a congenital cardiac abnormality, was repaired during the treatment by a multidisciplinary team under the direction of the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS). With the help of the state-of-the-art facilities in the Superspeciality Block, surgeons employed extremely sophisticated techniques, such as cold blood cardioplegia. The patient was stable and being closely monitored after surgery, according to…
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RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat lands in Assam for centenary celebrations

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat lands in Assam for centenary celebrations

During a two-day visit, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Dr. Mohan Bhagwat made a significant contribution to the organization's centennial celebrations. Dr. Bhagwat went straight to Sudarshanalaya at Barbari after landing at Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport. There, he is anticipated to participate in a number of internal talks and meetings with RSS officials. In honor of the RSS's 100th anniversary of founding, Dr. Bhagwat is visiting Assam to supervise relevant initiatives and create connections with the state's employees. This is Dr. Bhagwat's second trip to Guwahati this year. During his five days in the city in February, he had…
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