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NSS volunteers pay educational visit to HQ IGAR (East) at Silchar

NSS volunteers pay educational visit to HQ IGAR (East) at Silchar

On January 4, 2026, Assam Rifles hosted a visit for 350 students and their teachers from the National Service Scheme (NSS) representing seven North Eastern states at HQ IGAR (East) in Silchar, Assam. The event featured a captivating Khukri dance that showcased the warrior spirit of the troops. Attendees were exposed to a weapon display, enhancing their understanding of various weapons used by the Assam Rifles. Additionally, a drone display educated the students about types of drones, their applications, and their advantages in operational tasks. The visit included tours of living, training, and administrative areas, providing firsthand insights into the…
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Expanding its tea footprint: Maa Kamakhya Associates unveils ‘The Gardener’ & ‘Amsoi’ brands

Expanding its tea footprint: Maa Kamakhya Associates unveils ‘The Gardener’ & ‘Amsoi’ brands

Building on decades of experience in tea cultivation, Maa Kamakhya Associates has launched its packet tea portfolio under the brands ‘The Gardener,’ a super-premium line, and ‘Amsoi,’ which caters to both premium and value-driven segments with offerings like Amsoi Premium and Amsoi Kadak. Currently available in several Indian states, including Assam and West Bengal, the brands will expand to Odisha and other regions in coming phases. The teas are sourced from the company's own estates and trusted partners, maintaining high quality across various blends, including both CTC and orthodox styles. The Director of Nutratea Industry Group underscored the importance of…
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Guwahati to host FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy display for the first time on Jan 13

Guwahati to host FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy display for the first time on Jan 13

On January 13, the FIFA World Cup 2026 Trophy will be exhibited at Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati, marking a historic first for the Northeast region of India. Assam Minister of Sports and Youth Welfare, Nandita Gorlosa, announced that the trophy will arrive in Guwahati at 10am and will be showcased from 3pm. This return to India represents the trophy's first public display in 12 years. The official inauguration will occur at 8.30pm, attended by Assam's Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma. Alongside the exhibition, a cultural program featuring performances by Shankuraj Konwar and Rito Riba will be held on the Coke…
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Cong takes public opinion to incorporate in manifesto for Assam polls

Cong takes public opinion to incorporate in manifesto for Assam polls

As part of its Raijor Podulit Raijor Congress Abhiyan, the Congress today took public opinion on diverse issues concerning the state from various parts of Lower Assam, including Nalbari and Rangia.The party will take the views expressed by the public into account while preparing its manifesto for the upcoming Assam Assembly polls.In Rangia, a delegation led by Manifesto Committee Chairman Pradyut Bordoloi, at the initiative of Kamrup (Rural) District Congress President Pranjit Choudhury, interacted with local party and social organisations, prominent personalities and a section of senior journalists. Former MP Abdul Khaleque was also part of the delegation.It may be…
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Ex-minister and veteran Assam BJP leader Kabindra Purkayastha passes away

Ex-minister and veteran Assam BJP leader Kabindra Purkayastha passes away

Kabindra Purkayastha, senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party and a former Union Minister passed away at around 5 pm on Wednesday at the age of 94. He breathed his last at the Silchar Medical College and Hospital.Born on December 15, 1931, Purkayastha had served as Minister of State for Communications in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee-led government from 1998 to 1999. Over the decades, he has been widely respected for his contributions to both state and national politics.His son Kanad Purkayastha is a Rajya Sabha member from Assam.All BJP programmes in the State have been cancelled as a mark of…
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Gauhati HC Bar Association Announces Boycott of New High Court Complex Event

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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…
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