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07 Jan

Gauhati HC Bar Association Announces Boycott of New High Court Complex Event

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Gauhati High Court Bar Association (GHCBA) has urged its members to boycott the foundation stone laying ceremony for a new high court complex in North Guwahati on January 11. Additionally, the GHCBA will observe a hunger strike on January 8, 9, and 11 from 10 am to 4 pm in front of the old high court building to protest the proposed relocation of the high court. This decision was made during an emergency extraordinary general meeting led by GHCBA president Kamal Nayan Choudhury and general secretary Girin Pegu. The association argues that moving the high court from its historical…

07 Jan

Cabinet Approves ₹45,000 Crore for Urban Digital Infrastructure and High-Speed Connectivity

Mohini BarmanNational

In a high-level meeting today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a session on expanding the "Viksit Bharat" mission specifically toward Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. The Prime Minister emphasized that the next phase of India's growth will be driven by these "emerging metros." Following the meeting, the Cabinet approved a massive funding package aimed at upgrading digital infrastructure, integrated waste management systems, and high-speed transit corridors for 50 selected cities across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh.

07 Jan

Senco Gold, Kalyan Jewellers shares jump up to 14% after strong Q3 business updates

Purbalee DuttaBreaking News

The shares of Senco Gold and Kalyan Jewellers India jumped in trade on January 7 after the companies released strong business updates for the third quarter of the financial year 2026. Senco Gold shares rallied 14 percent to Rs 368.4 apiece, while Kalyan Jewellers India shares jumped 7 percent to Rs 535 apiece. Senco Gold Q3 update: Senco Gold released its Q3 business update in the post market hours of January 6. The company recorded a 51 percent year-on-year (YoY) growth in the October-December quarter of the ongoing FY26. This takes the total growth to 31 percent in the first nine…

07 Jan

Due to severe cold wave, schools in Dima Hasao were closed for ten days

Banasree SarkarAssam

Due to the severe cold wave conditions that are currently prevalent throughout the Dima Hasao region, the local education administration has ordered the temporary closure of all schools as a precaution to protect the health and safety of students. The Office of the Additional Director of Education (Hills) issued an order stating that all government, provincialized, supported, private, and venture educational institutions in Assam, Haflong, from Lower Primary to Secondary level, will be closed from January 8 to January 17, 2026. The decision was made because of the extreme cold that the hill district is now experiencing, which could be…

07 Jan

Heavy Vehicle Movement Restricted in Soreng District During Maghey Sankranti Mela from Jan 14–22

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The authorities in Soreng district of Sikkim have issued a public advisory ahead of the 71st Maghey Sankranti Mela, which will be held at Jorethang–Nayabazar from January 14 to January 22, 2026. The mela is expected to draw a large number of visitors from different parts of the state and nearby areas. Because of this, the district police have announced traffic regulations to ensure smooth vehicle movement and public safety during the event. According to the advisory issued by the Superintendent of Police, Soreng District, the mela will be celebrated in a grand and traditional way, highlighting the cultural heritage…

07 Jan

Tragic Turn in Dimao Domestic Violence Case as Police Shooting Claims Accused’s Life

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A shocking incident of domestic violence occurred on Tuesday night in the Dirai Tea Garden area of Dimao, Sivasagar district, Assam. A man, identified as Ranjit Pandav, allegedly attacked his wife and a neighbor, Motin Pandav, using a sharp dao (machete) during a domestic dispute. Witnesses reported that the attack began around 8 pm amid dense fog. Ranjit chased his wife, threatening her with the weapon, leading Motin to intervene as she screamed for help. As Motin entered the courtyard to assist the woman, Ranjit, hiding nearby, struck him with the dao, causing severe injuries that left him bleeding on…

07 Jan

Steel Sector Scrutiny Deepens as Antitrust Breach Found at Top Producers

Preeti SinghBusiness

India's competition watchdog has uncovered that leading companies in the steel market, including Tata Steel, JSW Steel, and State-run SAIL, along with 25 other firms, engaged in price-fixing practices that violate antitrust laws. A confidential document reveals that these collusions expose both the companies and their executives to the possibility of significant financial penalties. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has found 56 senior executives, including Sajjan Jindal of JSW and T.V. Narendran of Tata Steel, along with four former chairpersons of SAIL, guilty of price collusion spanning from 2015 to 2023. This information is based on a CCI order…

07 Jan

Around 710 Families Affected as Assam Government Completes Major Eviction in Burhachapori Sanctuary

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam government has completed a major eviction drive inside the Burhachapori Wildlife Sanctuary to remove what officials described as illegal occupation of forest land. The two-day operation, which began on January 5 and ended on January 6, cleared around 6,200 bighas of land. This is equal to nearly 830 hectares. According to officials, about 710 families were affected by the eviction. The eviction took place in areas falling under the Sonitpur and Nagaon districts. Sonitpur Deputy Commissioner Ananda Kumar Das said that these families had been living inside forest land that forms part of a protected wildlife sanctuary. He…

07 Jan

Himanta Flags Potential Fallout in Assam Amid Bangladesh Violence

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed concerns on Wednesday regarding the political instability in Bangladesh and its potential negative impact on Assam. He highlighted the ongoing presence of jihadi elements in the state, suggesting that some may operate as sleeper cells. Sarma emphasized that recent unrest and targeted violence against the Hindu community in Bangladesh is alarming, citing that Hindus are facing increasing harassment and attacks. Given the situation, he urged caution and a proactive monitoring of events across the border. According to the 2022 census, the Hindu population in Bangladesh is approximately 13.13 million, representing about 7.95% of…

07 Jan

Textiles Ministers from Across India to Meet in Guwahati Tomorrow

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

The National Textiles Ministers’ Conference 2026, organized by the Ministry of Textiles in collaboration with the Government of Assam, will commence on January 8 in Guwahati. The event, themed “India’s Textiles: Weaving Growth, Heritage & Innovation,” aims to gather Textile Ministers and senior officials from various states and union territories for discussions on critical issues such as policy, investment, sustainability, exports, infrastructure, and technological advancements in the textile sector. The Conference aligns with the Government’s vision of making India a global manufacturing hub in textiles by 2030, focusing on export enhancement, job creation, and inclusive growth under the slogan “Vikas…