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30 Oct

Assam launches cashless healthcare for employees, pensioners

Mohini BarmanAssam

The Assam government has launched a cashless medical treatment facility for state employees, pensioners, and their dependents under its flagship ‘Ayushman Asom Mukhya Mantri Lok Sevak Arogya Yojana (AA-MMLSAY)’. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma rolled out the new facility on October 29, enabling beneficiaries to avail of cashless treatment in empanelled hospitals across Assam and leading corporate hospitals nationwide. Previously, the scheme operated solely on a reimbursement model since its launch in 2023. “Now, employees and pensioners can receive treatment without worrying about arranging funds. To ensure a smooth transition, the existing reimbursement system will continue in parallel,” the Chief…

30 Oct

Elephant safari will start on November 1 in Kaziranga National Park

Banasree SarkarAssam

The widely anticipated elephant safari in Kaziranga National Park will begin on November 1 for the benefit of both domestic and foreign visitors. The park's core range at Kohora, which is the most visited by tourists, has not yet been opened for vehicle safaris, but the Bagori, Burapahar, and Agaratoli ranges have. The Kohora range is the most popular destination for both domestic and foreign tourists each year. However, the recent floods seriously destroyed the roads, culverts, and bridges in this range. The Kohora range's reopening to tourists was delayed because of the delays in fixing these infrastructures. The Kohora…

30 Oct

Large-scale torchlight demonstration in Dhemaji: Chutia community redoubles call for ST status

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Thousands of members of Assam’s Chutia community took to the streets of Dhemaji on Wednesday evening, carrying burning torches and shouting slogans to demand their long-pending inclusion in the Scheduled Tribe (ST) list. The protest, marked by fiery determination and a sea of flickering lights, turned Dhemaji town into the epicentre of the community’s decades-long struggle for recognition. The demonstrators, who arrived from various parts of Upper Assam, began their march from multiple points before converging in the heart of the town. The air echoed with chants of “No ST, No Rest”, as participants expressed frustration over the government’s inaction…

30 Oct

Kantara 2 Ends 28-Day Streak Just ₹1 Crore Short of ₹600 Crore—Rishab Shetty Writes History Again

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Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continues to perform well at the box office, nearing Rs 600 crore in domestic collections but falling short by Rs 1 crore due to a slowdown in its fourth week. On Wednesday, the film earned Rs 2.50 crore, resulting in total domestic earnings of Rs 599.15 crore, as reported by Sacnilk. Rishab Shetty’s film grossed Rs 337.4 crore in its first week, Rs 147.85 crore in the second week, and Rs 78.85 crore in the third week. In the fourth week, it experienced a weekend surge in collections but a significant 68% drop during weekdays,…

29 Oct

Samsung partners with Mahindra to launch digital car key for electric origin SUVs in India

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Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, has announced the rollout of Digital Car Key support for Mahindra Electric Origin SUVs through Samsung Wallet, offering Galaxy smartphone users a secure, keyless driving experience. With this integration, Mahindra Group becomes the first Indian OEM to adopt the Digital Car Key feature, enabling users to lock, unlock, and start their vehicles directly from their phones. The feature, backed by Samsung Knox security, allows users to share their digital car key with family or friends for limited access while maintaining biometric or PIN-based protection. “Our partnership with Mahindra marks another exciting step in delivering…

29 Oct

Motilal Oswal shares fall nearly 8%

Purbalee DuttaBreaking News

Shares of Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd. fell nearly 8% on Wednesday, October 29, following SEBI’s proposed changes to brokerage fee norms. The market regulator, in its draft regulations released Tuesday evening, suggested lowering the cap on brokerage commissions paid by mutual funds. Under the proposal, brokerage fees on cash market trades would drop from 12 basis points to 2 basis points, while fees on derivatives transactions would be reduced from 5 basis points to 1 basis point. Pratik Gupta of Kotak Institutional Equities told CNBC-TV18 that if implemented, the move could significantly affect small and mid-sized brokers, emphasizing that…

29 Oct

Medanta announces Bhoomi Poojan for 400-bed super-specialty hospital in Guwahati on October 31

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Global Health Limited (Medanta), one of India’s largest private multi-specialty tertiary care providers, has announced the Bhoomi Poojan ceremony for its upcoming 400-bed super-specialty hospital in Sarusajai Industrial Estate, Guwahati, to be held on October 31, 2025. The event will be graced by Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, alongside Dr. Naresh Trehan, Chairman and Managing Director, Medanta, Mr. Pankaj Sahni, Group CEO, and senior government dignitaries. The Guwahati facility will offer comprehensive tertiary and quaternary care, including advanced transplant programs, robotic surgeries, and a full range of diagnostics—labs, radiology, nuclear medicine, and preventive health check-ups. “Medanta’s entry into…

29 Oct

Japan Tests Hydrogen-Powered Bullet Train

Mohini Barmanjapan\

Japan has successfully completed the first test run of a hydrogen-powered Shinkansen bullet train, marking a major step toward zero-emission transport. Developed by East Japan Railway Company (JR East), the train, named “Hytrel,” uses hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity instead of diesel or grid power. The test run between Tokyo and Sendai demonstrated impressive speed and efficiency, with no carbon emissions. Engineers say the technology could reduce Japan’s railway emissions by nearly 80% by 2040. The government plans to introduce hydrogen trains commercially by 2030. This development aligns with Japan’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Neighboring countries,…

29 Oct

Mohombi live – the global pop storm hit Shillong

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The hill city of Shillong came alive on October 25 as international pop star Mohombi made his India debut at Lariti, Mawkasiang, delivering a powerful performance that left the crowd spellbound. Organized by Courtyard by Marriott Shillong in collaboration with Meghalaya Tourism and Meghalayan Age, the concert drew nearly 3,500 music lovers, transforming the scenic venue into a global stage of rhythm and celebration. Known for his chart-toppers “Bumpy Ride” and “Coconut Tree”, the Swedish-Congolese artist enthralled the audience with his unique Afro-pop and dance beats. The event also showcased Meghalaya’s local talents — Jessie Lyngdoh, Gary Daniel, Quills, Sev,…

29 Oct

Biden Administration Pushes Massive Investment in Clean Energy and Jobs

Mohini BarmanInternational

The United States government has unveiled a $2 trillion green infrastructure package aimed at transforming the country’s energy system and creating millions of jobs. The plan, announced by President Joe Biden, includes major investments in renewable energy, electric vehicle infrastructure, and climate-resilient public transport. Under the proposal, the government will fund the construction of solar and wind power plants, expand charging stations for electric vehicles, and modernize the national electricity grid. A significant portion of the investment will also go toward repairing aging roads, bridges, and water systems, with strict environmental standards applied. Experts say the move could significantly cut…