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12 Dec

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour Drives into the Fast Lane

Business BureauBusiness

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour has shifted gears in Jaipur, transforming into an intersection of high-fashion and motorsport. Pushing boundaries, the Jaipur edition explored motorsports-inspired design, glamourous performance wear, and high-octane fashion showcase that marked ‘Fashion’s Next Move’ – racing forward with speed and precision. In collaboration with Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), the showcase reimagined the runway into a high-speed circuit of style and power. Leading designers Namrata Joshipura and Abhishek Paatni reinterpreted high-octane motorcore aesthetics, transforming racing culture into statement-making fashion. Bollywood star Harnaaz Sandhu commanded the runway as the finale showstopper, embodying the fusion of glamour and…

12 Dec

CM Himanta Biswa Sarma distributes bicycles to more than 3 lakh children throughout the state

Banasree SarkarAssam

Assam's ambitious statewide bicycle distribution initiative was formally launched by Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, who ceremoniously gave bicycles to Dibrugarh's Class IX pupils. 3,10,031 students from government and provincialized secondary schools, tea garden model schools, and other model institutions across the state will benefit from the project, which aims to improve student mobility and lower dropout rates. The Chief Minister gave a speech at the Dibrugarh High School Playground, outlining the program's justification and emphasizing that transportation obstacles are a major cause of student attrition. The Chief Minister emphasized how better mobility and academic results are directly related.…

12 Dec

Street Fighter First Look: Vidyut Jammwal’s Shaved-Head Makeover Wins the Internet

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The first look of Vidyut Jammwal as a mystic yogi in his Hollywood debut, Street Fighter, has created significant excitement online. The teaser trailer introduces Vidyut in a Dhalsim-inspired role, featuring a bald and brooding appearance that makes him nearly unrecognizable. Social media is buzzing with users praising his remarkable transformation. The teaser trailer for the film, which draws inspiration from the popular video game franchise, was unveiled at the 2025 Game Awards, featuring the cast in attendance. In addition to the trailer, the producers released the initial posters showcasing the film’s main characters. Vidyut presents a striking image with…

12 Dec

Soren to Send Special Team to Assam as Tea Garden Adivasis Raise Issues of Wages, Land Rights and Identity

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

An organisation representing Assam’s tea garden workers met Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren this week and highlighted the long-standing social, economic and identity-related struggles faced by Adivasi communities working in Assam’s tea plantations. The delegation from Adivasi Samanvaya Samiti Bharat (Assam) told the chief minister that decades of neglect by successive governments in Assam have left the tea tribe population marginalised in almost every sector of life. According to a statement issued by the Jharkhand Chief Minister’s Office, the group explained how Adivasi workers continue to face barriers in wages, land rights, education, healthcare, and recognition of their identity. The…

12 Dec

Millie Bobby Brown films Stranger Things themed content at Yas Island, calls the experience “amazing”

Business BureauBusiness

Hollywood actor Millie Bobby Brown has filmed new Stranger Things–themed content at Yas Island Abu Dhabi and described the experience as “amazing”, according to a video released this week. The footage shows her relaxing on a pool float and joking that she is “upside down once again,” linking the location with references from the Netflix series. The shoot features Ferrari World, Yas Marina Circuit and Yas Beach, with the storyline teasing mystery elements, including a walkie-talkie message and the phrase “Code Red”. The content will continue in upcoming episodes filmed across multiple attractions. For fans in Kolkata, the involvement of…

12 Dec

Massive Guwahati Commercial Complex Fire Contained After 40 Hours; Safety Checks Underway

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

A massive blaze that swept through a commercial complex housing a shopping mall and two SBI branches in Guwahati was finally brought under control on Thursday evening—nearly 40 hours after it began—officials said. Fire tenders from the Indian Air Force, Indian Army, and Guwahati Refinery joined the state fire services in the prolonged operation. The fire broke out around 12.30 am on Wednesday at Swagata Square Complex, located at ABC Point. The building includes the premium and commercial banking branches of the State Bank of India (SBI) as well as the popular shopping mall Sohum Emporia. A senior Fire and…

12 Dec

Govt Extends Financial Grants to 442 Former BLT Cadres Living Beyond BTR Limits

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam government on Thursday distributed financial grants to 442 former Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) members at a ceremony organised by the State Home Department and the Special Branch of Assam Police in Guwahati. Assam Cabinet Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah and Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Chief Executive Member Hagrama Mohilary handed over the cheques as part of the state’s ongoing efforts to rehabilitate and reintegrate former militants into mainstream society. Senior officials, including Assam DGP Harmeet Singh, Additional Chief Secretary Ajay Tewari, and Special ADGP Hiren Chandra Nath, were present at the event. Each former cadre received ₹2 lakh, aimed at…

12 Dec

Balipara Foundation Awards 2025 Celebrate Kaziranga’s ‘Van Durgas’ for Their Frontline Conservation Work

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Kaziranga National Park & Tiger Reserve stands strong because of the unwavering dedication of its frontline staff. Among them shines a remarkable group of women known as the Van Durgas — fearless forest frontliners recognised by the Hon’ble Prime Minister for their exceptional service to nature. With a force of around 108 women, these frontline heroes work as foresters and forest guards, forming the backbone of Kaziranga’s protection system.Their days begin with anti-poaching patrols and end with addressing human–wildlife conflict, eco-development work, and community engagement. Their courage reflects not only professional discipline but also a deep love for the wilderness…

12 Dec

220 Black Softshell Turtle Hatchlings Released at Kaziranga National Park & Tiger Reserve

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a significant conservation effort for Assam's endangered Black Softshell Turtle, the second batch of 110 hatchlings was released into Sildubi Wetland, Panpur, following the initial release of the same number at Roumari Beel on October 24, 2025, totaling 220 hatchlings. The release event was attended by MLA Shri Padma Hazarika, who emphasized the critical role of freshwater turtles as indicators of wetland health and integral parts of river ecosystems. He commended the partnerships among the Nagshankar Temple Committee, Kaziranga National Park & Tiger Reserve (KNP & TR), and the India Turtle Conservation Program (ITCP). This initiative, led by the…

12 Dec

16th Under The Sal Tree Theatre Festival Begins December 15 in Assam

Sonakshi SarkarIndia

Badungduppa Kalakendra, a notable theatre institution in Rampur, Goalpara, is celebrating its ongoing legacy with a special one-day edition of the 'Under the Sal Tree' theatre festival on December 15, following its Silver Jubilee last year. Established over 25 years ago by the late Sukracharya Rabha, the institution is known for its innovative physical theatre style, which emphasizes minimal dialogue and expressive body language, earning both national and international recognition. The festival, now in its 16th edition, traditionally features performances conducted in a natural setting without artificial enhancements, attracting thousands of visitors. This year's event will be a single-day occasion…