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Six Arrested in Majuli for Sexual Assault of 12-Year-Old Girl

Six Arrested in Majuli for Sexual Assault of 12-Year-Old Girl

Six individuals, including two juveniles, have been arrested in Assam’s Majuli district after a 12-year-old girl was allegedly subjected to repeated sexual assaults over several months, which resulted in her being more than six months pregnant, police said. The arrests followed a complaint lodged by the victim’s family at Garamur Police Station on June 1. Investigators stated that the accused exploited the absence of family members at the girl’s home to assault her multiple times. She was also allegedly threatened with death if she revealed the abuse. The pregnancy was discovered only recently, prompting the family to approach the authorities.…
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Class X Student Hospitalised After Alleged Assault by Headmaster in Assam’s Bajali

Class X Student Hospitalised After Alleged Assault by Headmaster in Assam’s Bajali

Tension prevailed at Sarupeta High School in Assam's Bajali district after a Class X student was allegedly assaulted by the school's headmaster, leading to the student being admitted to hospital. According to local sources, the student, identified as Ratul Rajbongshi from Kolbari village, sustained injuries in the alleged incident and was subsequently taken for medical treatment. The exact circumstances surrounding the incident have not yet been officially disclosed. The incident sparked outrage among the student's family members and local residents, who gathered at the school premises and demanded an explanation from headmaster Sanjiv Kumar Talukdar. They also called for accountability…
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Renault extends growth streak with ninth consecutive month of wholesale gains

Renault extends growth streak with ninth consecutive month of wholesale gains

Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Renault Group, continued its strong growth trajectory by recording its ninth consecutive month of wholesale growth in May 2026, extending a positive run that began in September 2025. The automaker reported cumulative wholesale sales of 38,225 units between September 2025 and May 2026, marking a significant 46 per cent increase compared to the corresponding period last year. The performance highlights the company’s steady expansion in the Indian passenger vehicle market amid intense competition. According to VAAHAN data, Renault was among only two passenger vehicle manufacturers in the country to register positive retail…
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India Skills Accelerator roundtable charts roadmap to bridge skills gaps

India Skills Accelerator roundtable charts roadmap to bridge skills gaps

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), in collaboration with the World Economic Forum (WEF), on Monday convened the High-Level Roundtable of the India Skills Accelerator (ISA) in New Delhi to discuss measures for closing emerging skills gaps and strengthening India's position as a global talent hub. Held under the theme “From Insight to Action: Closing Skills Gaps for Growth”, the roundtable brought together leaders from government, industry, academia, international organisations and development partners. The discussions focused on workforce readiness, skills financing, emerging technologies and aligning skilling systems with evolving labour market demands. The India Skills Accelerator, announced in…
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ED launches searches against Anil Agarwal-led Vedanta Group over alleged FEMA violations

ED launches searches against Anil Agarwal-led Vedanta Group over alleged FEMA violations

In a major development from the corporate world, the Enforcement Directorate has launched a series of searches against the mining conglomerate, Vedanta Group. According to official sources, the federal agency initiated these searches on Monday as part of an ongoing investigation under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, or FEMA. The probe targets the operations of the multi-billion-dollar enterprise promoted by businessman Anil Agarwal. While specific details regarding the exact nature of the alleged financial irregularities have not yet been disclosed by the authorities, sources confirm that the federal agency is currently scrutinizing several cross-border financial transactions and foreign exchange dealings…
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Local Crafts from Kaziranga Find National Market on GeM, Amazon

Local Crafts from Kaziranga Find National Market on GeM, Amazon

Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve has expanded market opportunities for local artisans by taking its Eco-Shop to major online platforms, a move aimed at connecting conservation efforts with sustainable livelihood opportunities for communities living around the protected area. The Eco-Shop, managed by the Kaziranga Staff Welfare Society, is now available on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) and Amazon, enabling handcrafted products made by local communities to reach customers across the country. Officials said the initiative is expected to strengthen economic opportunities for artisans and producer groups from villages located in the fringe areas of Kaziranga. According to an official statement,…
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IPL Final Night Raid Leads to Major Betting Bust in Guwahati

IPL Final Night Raid Leads to Major Betting Bust in Guwahati

Guwahati Police have busted an alleged Indian Premier League (IPL) betting racket operating from the city and seized cash, jewellery, luxury vehicles, digital devices and property-related documents during a raid conducted on the night of the IPL final.The operation was carried out following extensive intelligence gathering by a specially constituted police team. According to officials, the team acted on specific inputs regarding illegal betting activities and conducted a raid while the IPL final match was underway. Addressing the media, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Central) Shambhavi Mishra said the operation was led by the Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police and involved…
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Nissan posts 118% domestic sales growth in May, marks third straight month of gains

Nissan posts 118% domestic sales growth in May, marks third straight month of gains

Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) reported a strong performance in May 2026, registering a 118 per cent year-on-year increase in domestic wholesales as the company continued its growth momentum in the Indian market. The company said domestic wholesales stood at 2,948 units during the month, while exports reached 5,023 units. Total wholesales for May were recorded at 7,971 units. The latest figures mark Nissan India's third consecutive month of year-on-year domestic sales growth. Commenting on the performance, Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director of Nissan Motor India, said the sustained growth reflects increasing customer trust in the brand. He attributed the…
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Gen Z travellers ditch annual holidays for spontaneous getaways, says Airbnb report

Gen Z travellers ditch annual holidays for spontaneous getaways, says Airbnb report

India's Gen Z travellers are redefining the country's travel landscape, moving away from traditional annual vacations in favour of shorter, more frequent and highly personalised trips, according to a new report released by [Airbnb]. The report, titled *Never the Same: The New Rules of Gen Z Travel in India*, found that seven in 10 Gen Z travellers prefer taking three short trips instead of one long annual holiday, while 87 per cent favour trips lasting less than a week. The study, conducted by YouGov among 2,012 respondents aged 18-29 across 11 Indian cities, highlights a growing preference for spontaneous travel,…
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Mother’s Recipe launches new pickle campaign with refreshed identity

Mother’s Recipe launches new pickle campaign with refreshed identity

Mother’s Recipe has launched a new national campaign for its iconic pickle range while unveiling a refreshed identity for the portfolio, marking the first major visual transformation since the range was introduced. The campaign centres on the idea that while pickle-making traditions vary across regions and households, the love and care of mothers remain a common thread. The film showcases the journey of pickle-making across different Indian homes, highlighting regional methods and traditions before bringing the product to the family dining table. Through authentic visuals of selecting raw mangoes, slicing, drying, spicing and preserving, the campaign celebrates India’s rich pickle…
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