Preeti Singh

Kalyan Jewellers, one of India’s most trusted and leading jewellery companies, today launched its redesigned showrooms at Lachit Nagar and A.T. Road, Guwahati. Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn inaugurated the showrooms, which aims to further strengthen the brand’s presence in the region.With a luxurious ambience and an extensive collection of designs from various signature jewellery lines offered by Kalyan Jewellers, the redesigned showrooms are poised to offer an unparalleled shopping experience to patrons in the region.Addressing the gathering, Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn said, “I am truly delighted to be part of the inauguration of Kalyan Jewellers redesigned showrooms in Guwahati. It…

A new entrepreneurial initiative aimed at connecting innovative business ideas, entrepreneurs, investors and strategic capital was launched in Guwahati on September 19, bringing together entrepreneurs, startup founders, investors, bankers and innovators from Assam and neighbouring states. The initiative was led by Kunal Barthakur, an MBA graduate from the University of Chester, UK, and Venture Builder and Founder of the MVB Group. It was designed as a platform for entrepreneurs to exchange ideas, explore collaboration opportunities and connect with potential investors and strategic partners. The event began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, followed by a musical tribute to Assam's…

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday inaugurated the reconstructed Sarbajanin Sri Sri Durga Temple at Tamarhat in Dhubri district in Assam, which has a history spanning over a century.Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Chief Minister Sarma said that the Durga Temple at Tamarhat is not merely a place of worship but a century old symbol of heritage, harmony and spirituality for the entire region. Referring to the fact that the historic puja at Tamarhat began in 1919, the year of the tragic Jallianwala Bagh massacre, he said that the puja initially began under a thatched structure and was…

Out of a total of 25 nomination papers filed for the Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election, 18 have been declared valid. On Saturday, three candidates withdrew their nominations, leaving 15 candidates in the fray. The main contenders are BJP candidate Debashish Sharma, AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal, and Congress candidate Shivamani Bora. Congress candidate Shivamani Bora alleged, "People are being intimidated if they do not show support for the BJP. They are being told they will be implicated in false cases, creating an atmosphere of fear among voters." BJP candidate Debashish Sharma expressed faith in the wisdom of the voters, stating, "The…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma urged investors and industry stakeholders to explore the emerging opportunities in Assam’s semiconductor ecosystem, particularly with the Tata Electronics semiconductor assembly, testing and packaging (OSAT) facility at Jagiroad scheduled for commissioning in December this year.Interacting with industrialists and other stakeholders on the sidelines of SEMICON India 2026 at Yashobhoomi in the national capital, the Chief Minister said the State Government was making every effort to ensure the success of the Tata OSAT facility through enabling policies, institutional support and investor-friendly frameworks.Sarma said the semiconductor ecosystem was expanding rapidly, opening up new avenues for innovation,…

Assam’s river tourism sector is set for a major transformation as global luxury cruise operator Scenic Group plans to invest around ₹750-800 crore over the next decade in partnership with Assam Bengal Navigation to expand luxury river cruising on the Ganga and Brahmaputra rivers. The announcement was made by Union Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal following a meeting in New Delhi with a delegation from Scenic Group led by founder and chairman Glen Moroney and Assam Bengal Navigation Managing Director Ashish Phookan. Sonowal said the partnership would help elevate India’s river-cruise sector to international standards and position the…

The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) in Guwahati observed Zubeen Diwas on Friday to honour the enduring presence, music and legacy of legendary artiste Zubeen Garg.The programme commenced with a deeply symbolic gesture as Garima Saikia Garg, wife of Zubeen Garg, planted a Nahor sapling on the university campus.Organised by the Dr. Bhupen Hazarika Centre for Creativity (DBHCC), the programme was graced by Garima Saikia Garg, Dr. A. K. Pansari, Chancellor, RGU, and members of the university community, who came together to celebrate Zubeen Garg’s remarkable artistic journey and his immense contribution to Assamese music and culture.In his welcome address,…

The Gauhati High Court has directed the Assam Government to pay compensation of ₹5 lakh to the family of Azizur Rahman of Kalain in Cachar district, who died while in police custody. A division bench of the High Court, hearing a writ petition filed by the victim's family, ordered the Home and Political Department of the Assam Government to pay the compensation within three months. The court further stated that if the amount is not paid within the stipulated period, interest at the rate of 6 percent per annum will be applicable. The case dates back to 2012, when clashes…