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07 Jan

Cachar Police Bust Major Yaba Drug Haul Valued at Rs 3 Crore

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the arrest of a woman in Cacher district following the seizure of banned Yaba tablets worth Rs 3 crore. Yaba tablets, known as 'crazy drug', are a combination of methamphetamine and caffeine and are prohibited in India. In a post on X, Sarma stated that the Cacher police acted on reliable intelligence, leading to the apprehension of the individual and the confiscation of 20,000 tablets. This incident highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region.

07 Jan

Assam Congress suspends its joint secretary for breach of party discipline

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has suspended its joint secretary Shahnawaz Ahmed Bhai for allegedly breaching party discipline.The suspension order issued by APCC general secretary (organization) Bipul Gogoi stated that as directed by APCC president Gaurav Gogoi, Ahmed has been suspended from the party until further order with immediate effect due to his breach of gross party discipline, damaging party image and deliberately creating political hatred among party workers.

07 Jan

Assam: School Timings Changed in Kamrup (Metro) as Cold Wave Intensifies

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Authorities in Kamrup (Metro) district have announced revised school hours due to cold weather conditions, delaying the start of classes by one hour effective from January 7, 2026, to January 13, 2026. Following an order from the Axum Sarba Siksha Abhijan Mission and in consultation with the District Commissioner, all government and private schools must adapt their schedules for the safety and health of students. The new timings are set as follows: primary schools will operate from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM, upper primary schools from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and secondary and senior secondary schools from 10:00 AM…

06 Jan

BJP intensifies organisational activities as Assembly polls draw nearer in Assam

SonaliAssam

As the Assembly elections in Assam draw closer, the state unit of the BJP has intensified its organisational activities and campaign programmes across the length and breadth of the State.In a press statement issued by theparty, BJP spokesperson Kalyan Gogoi stated that following yesterday’s formal announcement of the commencement of the Assembly election campaign through the “Wall Writing” programme by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and State BJP President Dilip Saikia, extensive organisational activities are being carried out at the district and mandal levels across Assam. From January 5 to 11, district executive committee meetings are being organised in all…

06 Jan

Peerless Hospital Guwahati announces expansion plan to strengthen affordable healthcare services

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

Peerless Hospital Guwahati reported on its progress over the past six months and detailed its strategic roadmap for growth through 2026 at a recent press conference. The hospital emphasized its commitment to high-quality, affordable, and patient-centric care in Assam and the Northeast, highlighting significant improvements in clinical outcomes and increasing patient footfall since its inception in July 2025. CEO Dr. Gautam Kumar Das outlined plans to enhance care quality by expanding services under the Ayushman Bharat scheme and investing in advanced medical technologies. Medical Superintendent Dr. Pranab Barua noted consistent improvements in patient outcomes due to refined clinical practices and…

06 Jan

NALCO share price jumps 4%

Purbalee DuttaBusiness

Shares of National Aluminium Company (NALCO) jumped over 4% to ₹344.85 apiece, a fresh 52-week high, on the NSE in Tuesday's trading session after global aluminium prices rallied to a new record level. Aluminium prices surged past $3,000-per-tonne at LME amid constrained supply, with limits on smelting capacity in China and output curbs in Europe stemming from high power costs, tightening global inventories. Meanwhile, demand remains resilient, underpinned by steady consumption from the construction and renewable energy sectors, according to a Bloomberg report. Since NALCO is a major aluminium producer in India, a rise in prices can improve the topline of the company.…

06 Jan

IIT Guwahati brings together Online B.Sc. Data Science and AI students at Annual AI Confluence

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati recently hosted the Annual AI Conference, "AI Confluence," which involved 400 students enrolled in its online B.Sc. (Hons) Degree program in Data Science and AI, offered by the Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. This two-day event provided a collaborative environment for students who typically engage in online learning, allowing them to interact with faculty and peers, thereby enhancing their connection to the institute.Participants of varied academic and professional backgrounds, including early-career professionals and recent high school graduates, a few attended lectures, discussions, and activities that fostered community engagement. Prof. Devendra Jalohal,…

06 Jan

It might be detrimental to your health to skip meals

Banasree SarkarHealth

Frequent meal skipping can have a detrimental effect on your health by causing blood sugar problems, mood changes, exhaustion, and poor focus. This behavior may eventually impair digestion, interfere with metabolism, and raise the risk of long-term conditions including diabetes and heart problems. Addressing these problems is essential to preserving general wellbeing. Severe blood sugar swings brought on by missing meals, especially breakfast, might result in symptoms including weariness, shakiness, and dizziness. Type 2 diabetes risk may rise as a result. Frequent meal skipping slows down metabolism, which makes burning calories more difficult and may result in weight gain. Overeating…

06 Jan

PM Modi Transfers ₹24,000 Crore Directly to Bank Accounts; SBI Simplifies KCC Loans

Mohini BarmanNational

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today officially released the 21st installment of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme via a digital event. A total of ₹24,000 crore was transferred to the bank accounts of approximately 12 crore eligible farmers across India. Accompanying this, the State Bank of India (SBI) announced a new streamlined process for Kisan Credit Card (KCC) renewals, allowing farmers to apply for credit limit increases through a simple SMS or a visit to the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

06 Jan

Nissan Motor India closes 2025 with strong export surge, records 15,372 sales in December

Business BureauBusiness

Nissan Motor India ended calendar year 2025 on a strong note, backed by record export performance and steady domestic demand. The company shipped 13,470 vehicles in December 2025, its highest monthly export volume in over a decade. Domestic wholesale stood at 1,902 units, taking total consolidated sales for the month to 15,372 units. Nissan said the growth reflects the continued success of its Made-in-India, export-driven strategy, led by the New Nissan Magnite compact SUV. Managing Director Saurabh Vatsa said 2025 was a year of consolidation supported by stable domestic sales and record exports. He added that Nissan is now preparing…