Sonakshi Sarkar

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Assam MP asks centre to name two trains after Vaishnavite saints
18 Mar

Assam MP asks centre to name two trains after Vaishnavite saints

Sonakshi SarkarAssam
BJP MP Dilip Saikia on Monday urged the railway ministry to name two long-distance trains from Assam to Delhi and Chennai in honour of revered Vaishnavite saints Srimanta Sankardeva and Srimanta Madhdeva, respectively. Participating in a debate on the Demands for Grants under the control of the Ministry of Railways for 2025-26, the MP from Assam's Darrang-Udalguri constituency also urged the government to start a Vande Bharat Express train between Dibrugarh and Guwahati via Rangia and Udalguri, besides a direct train from Guwahati to Odisha for the benefit of the 45 lakh people of Odisha-origin living in Assam. "Two long-distance…
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Dhubri MP files FIR over de*th threats on Facebook
18 Mar

Dhubri MP files FIR over de*th threats on Facebook

Sonakshi SarkarAssam
Assam MP Rakibul Hussain has filed a First Information Report (FIR) at Dhubri Sadar Police Station after receiving multiple death threats on Facebook. The Dhubri Member of Parliament alleged that a social media user had made repeated threats against his life, escalating concerns over online harassment and safety of public figures. According to the complaint filed on Monday, a Facebook user identified as Ansar Ali, a resident of Sunakhuli village in Dhubri district, allegedly issued violent threats against Hussain during live sessions on the platform. The first instance occurred on January 4, 2025, when Ali allegedly commented in Assamese, threatening…
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Sikkim Buddhist delegation joins protest for Mahabodhi Temple control
17 Mar

Sikkim Buddhist delegation joins protest for Mahabodhi Temple control

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim
A delegation of Buddhist monks from Sikkim, led by Ongdi Pintso Bhutia, state convenor of the All India Buddhist Forum, has joined the ongoing protest in Bodh Gaya, demanding Buddhist control over the administration of the Mahabodhi Vihara. The protest, organized by the All India Buddhist Forum, seeks to repeal the Bodh Gaya Temple Management Act of 1949, which currently mandates a nine-member committee to oversee the temple’s administration. Protesters argue that only four of these members are Buddhists, while the rest, including the chairman—who is the District Magistrate—may not be from the faith. Demonstrators, including volunteers from Ladakh, have…
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Auburn Secures Top Seed in NCAA Tournament Bracket
17 Mar

Auburn Secures Top Seed in NCAA Tournament Bracket

Sonakshi SarkarInternational
The 2025 NCAA Tournament bracket has been unveiled, with Auburn University earning the No. 1 overall seed despite a recent loss in the SEC Tournament final. Auburn leads the South Region, while Duke, Houston, and Florida secure the other No. 1 seeds in the East, Midwest, and West Regions, respectively. The tournament's "First Four" games are set for Tuesday and Wednesday, determining the final entrants for the main bracket. The first round of March Madness kicks off on Thursday and Friday, with 68 teams vying for the national championship.
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SpaceX Capsule Docks with ISS to Retrieve Stranded Astronauts
17 Mar

SpaceX Capsule Docks with ISS to Retrieve Stranded Astronauts

Sonakshi SarkarInternational
A SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule successfully docked with the International Space Station (ISS), delivering four astronauts as part of NASA's Crew-10 mission. This arrival enables astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who have been on the ISS for over nine months, to return to Earth. The docking occurred approximately 29 hours after launch from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The returning astronauts are scheduled to depart the ISS on Wednesday, marking the end of their extended mission.
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President Trump Orders Military Action Targeting Houthi Terrorists
17 Mar

President Trump Orders Military Action Targeting Houthi Terrorists

Sonakshi SarkarInternational
On Saturday, President Donald Trump announced that he had ordered decisive airstrikes against Houthi rebel positions in Yemen. In a statement, he described the Houthis as "terrorists" responsible for ongoing acts of piracy and violence against American and allied vessels in strategic waterways. The President emphasized that previous responses had been insufficient, leading to increased aggression from the Houthis. This military action aims to protect international shipping lanes and deter further hostile activities in the region.
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Seven detainees in Ajnala case to be moved back to Punjab
17 Mar

Seven detainees in Ajnala case to be moved back to Punjab

Sonakshi SarkarAssam
The Punjab government has decided against extending the detention of seven close aides of jailed Lok Sabha MP and pro-Khalistani leader Amritpal Singh under the National Security Act (NSA). As a result, the detainees, who were lodged in Assam’s Dibrugarh jail for nearly two years, will be transferred back to Punjab, a senior police official confirmed on Sunday. The seven individuals were arrested in connection with the 2023 Ajnala Police Station attack. Those being moved back to Punjab include Basant Singh, Bhagwant Singh Bajekhana, Gurmeet Singh Bukkanwala, Sarabjit Kalsi, Ranjeet Kalsi, Gurinder Pal Singh Gurri Aujla, Harjeet Singh (alias Chacha),…
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Assam to build 3.80 lakh homes, CM launches geo-tagging
14 Mar

Assam to build 3.80 lakh homes, CM launches geo-tagging

Sonakshi SarkarAssam
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced the allocation of 3.80 lakh new houses for the state under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). The first installment for the construction of these houses will be released on March 19 during a central event in Palashbari. The PMAY scheme has already benefited 22 lakh families across Assam. However, acknowledging that many eligible households are yet to be included, the state government has requested the Centre to conduct another round of geo-tagging to ensure no deserving family is left out. To improve accuracy and efficiency in data collection, the Assam government…
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UK’s Care Reit Accepts £448 Million Acquisition Offer from CareTrust
13 Mar

UK’s Care Reit Accepts £448 Million Acquisition Offer from CareTrust

Sonakshi SarkarInternational
Care Reit, formerly known as Impact Healthcare, has agreed to a £448 million takeover deal with American care home provider CareTrust. The offer represents a 32.8% premium on Care Reit's share price, leading to a significant surge in its stock value upon the announcement. CareTrust, listed on the New York Stock Exchange, specializes in properties for elderly care and other healthcare facilities. Analysts note that UK-listed real estate investment trusts (REITs) like Care Reit have been undervalued due to investor sentiment and broader economic conditions, making them attractive targets for acquisition. This deal is part of a broader trend of…
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Seasalt Announces Job Cuts Amidst High Street Struggles
13 Mar

Seasalt Announces Job Cuts Amidst High Street Struggles

Sonakshi SarkarUK
Seasalt, a prominent UK fashion brand with over 60 outlets, has announced potential job cuts as part of a strategic move to safeguard its future amidst the challenges facing the UK high street. The Cornwall-based company cited factors such as a changing retail environment, increased tax burdens, declining consumer sentiment, and rising inflation as reasons for the decision. The proposed job reductions aim to optimize efficiency and manage costs, ensuring the company's continued growth and sustainability. Seasalt has committed to supporting affected employees throughout the consultation process. This development reflects broader trends in the retail sector, where financial pressures have…
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