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26 May

Two Suspected ULFA-Linked Extortion Operatives Injured in Gunfight with Police in Assam’s Sivasagar

Paromita EditorAssam

Two suspected extortion operatives allegedly linked to United Liberation Front of Asom were injured during an exchange of fire with police at Bogidol Mola village in Sivasagar district on May 25, police sources said. According to reports, a group had allegedly been demanding money in the name of ULFA from local businessmen for several days. The latest target was businessman Lachit Gogoi, who reportedly received an extortion demand of Rs 8 lakh. Police sources said the suspected group arrived near Mola gaon on Sunday to collect the extortion money, where a police team was already conducting an operation. On noticing…

26 May

Morikolong Robbery Case: Accused Shot Dead During Gunfight with Police in Nagaon

riya EditorAssam

An accused wanted in connection with the Morikolong robbery case was killed during a late-night gunfight between police and alleged criminals at Borkandoli in Rangalu under Nagaon district on Monday night. The deceased has been identified as Khairul Ali alias Moni, a resident of Thana Road in North Lakhimpur town. Police said he was one of the prime accused in the Morikolong robbery case and had been absconding since the incident. According to police sources, Khairul had allegedly returned to Nagaon on Monday night with plans to carry out another robbery. Acting on specific intelligence inputs regarding the movement of…

26 May

Massive Preparations Underway in Assam for Census 2027 Phase-I Exercise

riya EditorAssam

The Assam government announced the schedule for Phase-I of Census 2027, which will be conducted across the state from August 17 to September 15, 2026. Self-enumeration through the official online portal will remain open from August 2 to August 16. The schedule was finalized following a high-level review meeting on Census preparedness, where officials assessed readiness related to field operations, training, digital infrastructure, supervision and public outreach ahead of the nationwide exercise. According to an official statement, Assam Chief Secretary Ravi Kota stressed the importance of coordinated preparation and public participation for the successful conduct of the Census. “The successful…

26 May

Guwahati Hosts Key Meeting Between Tshering Tobgay and Assam Leadership

riya EditorAssam

Dasho Tshering Tobgay on Monday met Lakshman Prasad Acharya and Himanta Biswa Sarma in Guwahati, with discussions focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing cooperation between Bhutan and Northeast India, particularly Assam. Tobgay, who arrived in Assam earlier in the day on an official visit, called on the Governor at Lok Bhavan in the presence of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. According to an official statement, the meeting covered a wide range of issues aimed at boosting cooperation and further deepening ties in the larger interest of the northeastern region. A cultural evening showcasing Assam’s rich heritage and hospitality was…

26 May

Presidential Visit: Droupadi Murmu Scheduled to Tour Sikkim from May 26 to 28

riya EditorSikkim

The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, will visit Sikkim from May 26 to 28. On May 26, the President will visit Namgyal Institute of Tibetology in Gangtok informed an official statement. On May 27, the President will visit Nathu La Pass. On the same day, she will also grace the convocation ceremony of Sikkim University at Gangtok. On May 28, the President will present the President of India’s Police Color to the Sikkim Police at Gangtok.

25 May

Indian Silk House Agencies expands Northeast focus after successful first year in Guwahati

Business BureauBusiness

Indian Silk House Agencies, one of East India’s leading saree retailers, has completed one year of operations in Guwahati, strengthening its presence in the Northeast and expanding its reach in the organised saree retail market. The company said the Guwahati outlet has emerged as a preferred destination for saree buyers in the region over the past year, helping the brand deepen customer engagement in Northeast India. The store’s success, along with the recent launch of a new outlet in Silchar, has expanded the company’s Northeast footprint to two states within 12 months. Located in Guwahati, one of the fastest-growing urban…

25 May

Peerless Hospital Guwahati launches advanced Liver and GI super-speciality clinic

Paromita EditorGuwahati

Peerless Hospital Guwahati has launched an Advanced Liver and Gastrointestinal (GI) Super-Speciality Clinic to provide specialised consultation and treatment for complex liver, pancreatic, biliary and gastrointestinal diseases in Assam and Northeast India.The clinic will offer expert guidance and care for liver disorders, liver cancer, gallbladder cancer, pancreatic diseases, bile duct cancer, stomach and oesophageal cancer, colorectal cancer, and other complex GI and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) conditions. It will also support patients requiring advanced GI and HPB surgical evaluation, including minimally invasive surgery.The initiative is aimed at bringing advanced consultation, diagnosis and treatment planning closer to patients in the region, reducing the…

25 May

Tea brands roll out regional and wellness blends on National Chai Day

Business BureauBusiness

As India celebrated National Chai Day, leading tea brands introduced a range of new blends focused on regional preferences, energy, wellness and traditional flavours, reflecting the evolving tastes of Indian consumers. From customised regional teas to wellness-based herbal blends, companies are increasingly targeting consumers seeking both flavour and health benefits in their daily cup of chai. Tata Consumer Products through its Tata Tea Premium brand continued to strengthen its “Desh Ki Chai” proposition by offering customised blends tailored to regional tea preferences across India. The company said the initiative includes state-specific packaging and localised communication inspired by regional pride, while…

25 May

Tata AIA launches dividend leaders pension fund for retirement wealth creation

Business BureauBusiness

Tata AIA Life Insurance has announced the launch of its new “Tata AIA Dividend Leaders Index Pension Fund”, aimed at helping consumers build long-term retirement wealth through investments in India’s leading dividend-paying companies. The newly launched fund will invest in 50 consistent dividend-paying firms and track the BSE 500 Dividend Leaders 50 Index through a passive investment strategy in line with IRDAI regulations. According to the company, the fund is designed to combine market-linked growth opportunities with life insurance protection while focusing on financially strong and established businesses. Tata AIA said dividends generated by companies in the portfolio will be…

25 May

Star Health launches affordable ‘Value Plus’ insurance plan in Guwahati

Business BureauBusiness

Marking 20 years since its foundation, Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited on Thursday launched ‘Value Plus’, an affordable health insurance product aimed at expanding healthcare coverage in Tier 2, 3 and 4 cities, including Guwahati. The company said the new plan offers sum insured options ranging from ₹7.5 lakh to ₹25 lakh for both individual and family floater covers at nearly 20 per cent lower premiums through a curated hospital network. The offering is available for adults aged 18 years and above and dependent children from 91 days to 25 years. According to the company, customers will receive…