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13 Mar

Assam Man Held for Cheating Arunachal Woman in Online Fraud

riya EditorAssam

Arunachal Pradesh Police apprehended Soribuddin Ahmed from Kutubpur in Bihpuria, Assam's Lakhimpur district, on allegations of online fraud involving the deception of a woman. Posing as a trader named "MD Ashiqul Alom," Ahmed offered iron rods at unusually low prices, enticing the victim to transfer Rs 90,000 as an advance payment. However, he failed to fulfill the order, prompting the woman's complaint. The arrest was executed by Inspector Gejum Basar and his team from Papu Hills police station. Naharlagun SP Nyelam Nega issued a public advisory urging individuals to exercise caution during online transactions, to refrain from making advance payments…

13 Mar

Centre Says New Projects Will Boost Connectivity and Growth in Assam

riya EditorAssam

Indian Railways is set to take several major steps toward strengthening connectivity, efficiency, efficiency, and economic growth in Assam and the broader Northeast region as region as multiple railway projects are inaugurated, dedicated to the nation nation, and launched during the Prime Minister’s visit to the state on March 13–14. These initiatives form part of a larger push to modernizenation, railway infrastructure in the region, improve passenger mobility, support trade modernizetrade,and ensure that the Northeast is more seamlessly integrated with the national railway network, an official statement said. A key development is the foundation stone laying for the Furkating–Tinsukia rail line…

13 Mar

Instant Tea Demand Likely to Rise Amid LPG Supply Issues, Says Guwahati Tea Auction Buyers’ Association

riya EditorAssam

A potential shortage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in India may lead to increased demand for instant tea products, as observed by Dinesh Bihani from the Guwahati Tea Auction Buyers Association. Traditionally, tea preparation involves boiling water and milk on LPG stoves, but supply disruptions could prompt consumers to turn to instant tea, which only requires hot water. This adaptability makes instant tea appealing for urban households, offices, and locations with limited LPG access. The trend may accelerate growth in the value-added tea segment, which encompasses instant tea powders, premixes, and ready-to-drink options. These products, which utilize processed tea extracts,…

13 Mar

Guwahati to Host Three IPL 2026 Matches as Rajasthan Royals Begin Camp on March 17

riya EditorAssam

Three matches of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 will be hosted in Guwahati, as announced by the Assam Cricket Association (ACA). The Rajasthan Royals will play their initial three home games at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, starting with a match against the Chennai Super Kings on March 30. Following this, they will face the Mumbai Indians on April 7 and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru on April 10. The ACA expressed gratitude to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the opportunity to host IPL matches. Meanwhile, the Rajasthan Royals are set to commence their pre-season training…

13 Mar

Assam Secures ₹1.67 Lakh Crore in Investment Deals with Leading Firms

riya EditorAssam

The Assam government has signed 'Confirmation of Investment' agreements with 69 business entities, anticipating investments of Rs 1,67,108.51 crore, which are projected to create around one lakh direct and indirect jobs. Prominent companies involved include Adani Defense and Aerospace, Ambuja Concrete North Pvt. Ltd., and Oil India Limited. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed gratitude to these companies for their commitment during an investment summit, emphasizing that these agreements mark a tangible shift from summit discussions to actionable investments. He highlighted Assam's transformation into a preferred industrial destination, noting the state's diverse economic landscape and commitment to development. Sarma referenced…

12 Mar

GI-Tagged Joha rice from Assam Exported to United Kingdom and Italy

riya EditorAssam

Assam's GI-tagged joha rice, renowned for its distinctive aroma and flavor, is set to be exported to the United Kingdom and Italy, following the recent launch of a 25 metric tonne shipment overseen by Assam's agriculture minister, Atul Bora. This landmark event was facilitated by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) in partnership with the state agriculture department, with the shipment executed by M/s Safe Agritrade Pvt Ltd, a registered exporter known for specializing in rice and spices. Joha rice, an indigenous aromatic variety from Assam, obtained its Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2017, and is…

12 Mar

Telecom Services Restored in Assam District Bordering Garo Hills

riya EditorAssam

Telecom services in Assam’s South Salmara-Mankachar district have been restored on Thursday by the state home and political department revoking the earlier notification prohibiting internet/mobile data services in the district bordering Meghalaya’s Garo Hills. The earlier notification, issued on March 10, 2026, ordered temporary suspension of Internet/mobile data services of all mobile service providers in the district in view of reports of incidents having a potential to disturb peace and tranquility in various parts of the district bordering Garo Hills on March 9, 2026, in connection with the issue of filing nominations of the GHADC elections in the neighboring state.…

12 Mar

48 projects worth Rs.6,044.36 cr sanctioned under PM-DevINE scheme: DoNER Minister

riya EditorNews

Minister of State of Ministry of Development of Northeastern Region (DoNER) Dr Sukanta Majumdar today said that a total of 48 projects worth Rs.6,044.36 cr have been sanctioned under the PM-DevINE scheme till Feb 28, 2026. The Minister stated this in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha. The Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for Northeast Region (PM-DevINE) scheme was announced in the Union Budget of 2022–23 and was approved by the Cabinet with an outlay of Rs 6,600 crore for a period of four years from FY 2022-23 to FY 2025-26. "Till February 28, 2026, a total of…

12 Mar

Centre–Nagaland Petroleum Row Falls Under Supreme Court of India Jurisdiction: Gauhati High Court

riya EditorGuwahati

The Gauhati High Court has observed that the constitutional dispute between the Union government and the Government of Nagaland over petroleum and natural gas regulations in the state falls under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India. In a judgment delivered on March 10, a division bench comprising Justice Kalyan Rai Surana and Justice Manish Choudhury made the observation while disposing of a suo motu public interest litigation (PIL) related to the validity of the Nagaland Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulations, 2012 and the Nagaland Petroleum and Natural Gas Rules, 2012. The PIL originated from an earlier petition…

12 Mar

Scientists at Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati Create Radiation-Resistant Cement Mortar

riya EditorGuwahati

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati have created a new radiation-resistant cement mortar aimed at enhancing safety in nuclear facilities by improving the structural integrity and radiation-shielding capabilities of concrete. This innovation incorporates microparticles—boron oxide, lead oxide, bismuth oxide, and tungsten oxide—into conventional cement mortar, enhancing its density, durability, and ability to block harmful radiation. The enhanced mortar significantly reduces radiation penetration, thereby mitigating the risk of leaks in sensitive environments like nuclear reactors. The study revealed that each microparticle affects the mortar differently: lead oxide increases density and strength, tungsten oxide improves cracking resistance and durability, while…