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05 Jan

Sensex falls 300 points, Nifty 50 ends at 26,250 after US strikes Venezuela

Purbalee DuttaBreaking News

The Indian stock market ended lower on Monday, 5 January, despite positive global cues as investors booked profits in select heavyweights amid increased geopolitical tensions after the US military attacked Venezuela and captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife. However, the US attacks on Venezuela did not deal any significant blow to global markets. In Asia, Japan's Nikkei and Korea's Kospi jumped over 3% each, while China's Shanghai Composite rose by over 1%. In Europe, Germany's DAX rose by over a per cent. The UK's FTSE and France's CAC 40 were in the green when the Sensex closed. The…

05 Jan

Forest Fire Breaks Out in Namnang, Gangtok; Swift Action Brings Blaze Under Control

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

A forest fire broke out in the Namnang area of Gangtok on Sunday afternoon, triggering concern among residents in the locality. The incident was reported at around 4:00 PM, following which the authorities moved in quickly to control the situation. According to officials, the Forest Department’s Quick Response Team (QRT), Gangtok, immediately reached the spot after receiving information about the fire. The QRT worked in close coordination with the Fire Department, Gangtok, to bring the fire under control. The teams carried out joint efforts to stop the flames from spreading further into the surrounding forest area. The officials said the…

05 Jan

Sarbananda Sonowal highlights Gayan-Bayan’s power to foster inner peace

Banasree SarkarAssam

Sarbananda Sonowal, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), attended the second biennial full-fledged state convention of the "Mridangiya Gayan-Bayan Sanstha, Assam," which was held in Rajgarh, Dibrugarh, along with a ceremonial program of Auniati Satra and a daylong Akhanda Bhagavat Path. Speaking to the crowd, Sarbananda Sonowal praised the organization's ongoing support of the mridangiya gayan-bayan tradition's practice, maintenance, and spread, characterizing it as an integral aspect of Assamese culture. A vital component of Assamese culture is the Mridangiya Gayan-Bayan tradition. It has enhanced our cultural environment and encouraged younger generations to stay anchored in our classical…

05 Jan

Special Court Sentences Key Conspirators; Arnab Goswami Decodes Landmark Judgment

Mohini BarmanNational

A Special Court in Delhi has finally delivered its verdict on the long-standing conspiracy cases related to the 2020 Delhi Riots. The judgment, delivered this morning, has led to the sentencing of several key individuals accused of orchestrating the violence. Legal experts are calling this a defining moment for the Indian judicial system's handling of complex communal violence cases. Security has been tightened in sensitive areas of the national capital following the announcement to prevent any retaliatory unrest.

05 Jan

Mother’s Recipe launches ‘MOM FU’ campaign to bring new flavours to North East kitchens

Business BureauBusiness

Mother’s Recipe, a legacy Indian food brand trusted by families for generations, has launched a new festive campaign titled “MOM FU: Maa ka pyaar in a new avatar” to promote its Recipe Sauces range across the North East. The campaign, which runs from December 22, 2025 to the first week of January 2026, focuses on blending exciting Pan Asian flavours with the warmth and familiarity of home-style cooking. The digital-led outreach is being rolled out across Guwahati, Dimapur, Agartala and Aizawl, with content crafted to suit local preferences and festive food habits. The initiative aims to build awareness of the…

05 Jan

Majuli Records First Inter-Country Adoption as US-Based Couple Adopts Two Brothers

Sonakshi SarkarIndia

Majuli district has witnessed its first-ever inter-country adoption, with a couple based in the United States adopting two brothers from the river island on Saturday.Rimpi Borah, coordinator of the Specialised Adoption Agency (SAA), Majuli, said the siblings, aged eight and seven, were formally handed over to the adoptive parents—an Indian-origin couple—during a ceremony held at the conference hall of the Majuli District Commissioner’s office complex.Majuli Deputy Commissioner Ratul Chandra Pathak officially completed the adoption process in the presence of district administration officials, police personnel, the District Child Protection Officer, and members of the Child Welfare Committee. A representative of the…

05 Jan

Amid Rongker Karkli Festivities, Karbi Anglong Land Dispute Moves Toward Key Legal Stage

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Karbi community in Assam's hill districts is celebrating the Rongker Karkli Festival, 2026, amidst significant legal developments concerning land rights in the region. This two-day post-harvest festival, held in Karbi Anglong and surrounding areas, is a major cultural event that involves rituals, traditional dances, ceremonies, and community feasts, emphasizing the community's rich heritage and their prayers for protection, agricultural success, and collective well-being. Concurrently, on January 5, key legal proceedings concerning land rights will take place in the Gauhati High Court. The Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) and Assam government are prepared to submit a joint affidavit in response…

05 Jan

Early-Morning Quake Shakes Assam and Neighbouring States; Two Injured in Morigaon

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A strong earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale shook central Assam in the early hours of Monday, sending people rushing out of their homes in fear across many parts of the Northeast. The tremor was felt at around 4.17 am, when most people were asleep, leading to panic as houses and buildings shook for a few seconds. The National Centre for Seismology said the epicentre of the earthquake was in Morigaon district, located on the southern bank of the Brahmaputra. The quake originated at a depth of 50 kilometres below the earth’s surface. The exact coordinates were recorded at…

05 Jan

A Month After Winning Bigg Boss 19, Gaurav Khanna Awaits His Promised Car

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Season 19 of Bigg Boss, hosted by Salman Khan, concluded with a grand finale on December 7, 2025. Actor Gaurav Khanna emerged as the winner, taking home the trophy, a cash prize of ₹50 lakh, and a car. However, in a vlog alongside housemate Pranit More on his YouTube channel, Gaurav disclosed that he has not yet received the promised car, more than a month after the finale. Gaurav Khanna's recent vlog includes a moment where he reconnects with former Bigg Boss housemate Pranit, discussing their experiences in the reality show. During a dinner together, Gaurav humorously noted that he…

05 Jan

Family Unveils Prose Collection Honouring Late Music Icon Zubeen Garg

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

In the aftermath of the death of Assamese singer-composer Zubeen Garg, Assam's publishing scene has experienced a remarkable increase in books focused on his life, music, and legacy. Within three months of his passing, a diverse array of titles—including songs, poetry, and biographies—has emerged, especially highlighted at the Guwahati book fair where these works dominate sales. A notable publication, Zubeener Gadya, was recently launched, featuring prose writings by Zubeen Garg, both published and unpublished. Inaugurated by his wife, Garima Saikia Garg, and his sister, Pami Barthakur, this book aims to ensure authenticity and respect for Zubeen Garg’s intellectual legacy amidst…