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Assam Tea Workers Demand Recognition of Bogidhola as Closed Estate

Assam Tea Workers Demand Recognition of Bogidhola as Closed Estate

Workers of Bogidhola Tea Estate in Morangi staged a protest after the estate was omitted from the Assam Government’s official list of closed tea gardens, despite remaining shut since 2017. The omission came to light during the first day of the Assam Legislative Assembly’s summer session, when former Labour Minister Sanjay Kishan sought details of closed tea gardens in the state. In response, Labour Minister Rameswar Teli presented a list that did not include Bogidhola Tea Estate, sparking anger among workers and local organisations. The demonstration was organised by the Khumtai branch and Morangi sub-branch of the Assam Tea Tribes…
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Tata Motors drives 27% Q1 sales growth on strong commercial vehicle demand

Tata Motors drives 27% Q1 sales growth on strong commercial vehicle demand

Tata Motors began FY27 on a strong note, reporting a 27 per cent year-on-year increase in commercial vehicle sales to 1,08,488 units across domestic and international markets during the April-June quarter, supported by robust demand from infrastructure, mining, logistics and e-commerce sectors. The company said total commercial vehicle sales in June rose 35 per cent to 40,805 units from 30,238 units a year earlier. Domestic commercial vehicle sales increased 31 per cent to 36,599 units, while international business surged 83 per cent to 4,206 units during the month. For the quarter, domestic sales climbed 26 per cent to 1,00,348 units,…
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Nissan posts 129% jump in June domestic sales, total wholesales rise 16%

Nissan posts 129% jump in June domestic sales, total wholesales rise 16%

Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) reported a 129 per cent year-on-year rise in domestic wholesales to 3,006 units in June 2026, marking its fourth consecutive month of domestic sales growth. The company also recorded exports of 5,340 units during the month, taking total wholesales to 8,346 units, up 16 per cent from the corresponding period last year. The company attributed the sustained growth to rising customer demand for its product portfolio, particularly the New Nissan Magnite and the recently launched all-new Nissan GRAVITE. Nissan said the continued domestic momentum reflects improving customer confidence and strengthening market presence across the…
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IMF Says India Remains One of the World’s Fastest-Growing Economies Amid Global Economic Headwinds

IMF Says India Remains One of the World’s Fastest-Growing Economies Amid Global Economic Headwinds

India continues to rank among the world's fastest-growing major economies despite a slowdown in global growth, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The multilateral institution highlighted the country's resilient economic fundamentals, robust domestic demand, and sustained policy reforms as key factors supporting its strong growth trajectory. While many advanced and emerging economies continue to grapple with slowing economic activity, elevated inflation, and geopolitical uncertainties, India has maintained steady momentum, driven by rising consumption, increased public investment, and expanding manufacturing and services sectors. The IMF noted that India's economic outlook remains favourable, supported by healthy macroeconomic indicators, a resilient banking…
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AI adoption grows in India, but workforce readiness remains a challenge: Aon study

AI adoption grows in India, but workforce readiness remains a challenge: Aon study

India is making steady progress in adopting artificial intelligence (AI) and strengthening workforce data capabilities, but organisations continue to face challenges in translating these investments into improved workforce outcomes, according to the inaugural Human Capital Trends Study released by Aon plc. The study found that 43 per cent of organisations in India have already deployed AI, while another 20 per cent are piloting AI programmes, signalling growing adoption across industries. However, India trails the broader Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, where 74 per cent of organisations have either deployed or are testing AI initiatives. Despite this, India stands out for its ability…
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Monsoon highlights the need for more robust, corrosion resistant infrastructure

Monsoon highlights the need for more robust, corrosion resistant infrastructure

As southwest monsoon takes hold on India’s coastline, with heavy rainfall, high humidity and salt-laden winds, infrastructure experts are calling for a rethink in the way public assets are designed and protected in coastal areas.According to Dr. Rahul Sharma, Director, International Zinc Association (India), India’s coastal infrastructure is under far more dire environmental pressures than inland ones and much of it is still being maintained in a more uniform fashion. “Every monsoon reminds us that infrastructure must be designed not only for the loads it carries, but also for the environment in which it operates,” he said.The coastline of India’s…
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Irregular periods before 40 may signal premature ovarian insufficiency, says specialist

Irregular periods before 40 may signal premature ovarian insufficiency, says specialist

Women experiencing persistent irregular or missed menstrual cycles before the age of 40 should seek timely medical evaluation, as these changes could indicate Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI), a condition that affects ovarian function much earlier than natural menopause, according to fertility specialist Dr. Kalpana Jain of Birla Fertility & IVF, Guwahati. Dr. Jain said irregular periods in women in their 20s or 30s are often attributed to stress, weight fluctuations, thyroid disorders or hormonal imbalances. However, when menstrual cycles become infrequent, remain irregular or stop for several months, they may point to POI. Unlike natural menopause, ovarian function does not…
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Nearly 83,000 Hectares of Assam Land Under Occupation by Four Neighbouring States: Govt

Nearly 83,000 Hectares of Assam Land Under Occupation by Four Neighbouring States: Govt

Nearly 83,000 hectares of Assam's land are currently under the occupation of four neighbouring states, the Assam Assembly was informed on Wednesday. Replying to a question raised by Congress MLA Rekibuddin Ahmed during the Budget Session, Border Protection and Development Minister Atul Bora said that 82,751.86 hectares of land across 18 districts of Assam are presently under the control of Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Meghalaya and Mizoram. According to the minister, Nagaland accounts for the largest share, with 59,490.21 hectares of Assam's land under its occupation. Arunachal Pradesh is occupying 16,144.01 hectares, followed by Mizoram with 3,675.78 hectares, while Meghalaya accounts…
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Imd predicts heavy rain, thunderstorms over assam till july 12

Imd predicts heavy rain, thunderstorms over assam till july 12

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall along with thunderstorms at isolated places in Guwahati and across Assam in the next three to four days owing to current meteorological conditions and monsoon scenario in the state.“The weather pattern suggests that thunderstorms with lightning with light to moderate rainfall (6 cm/day) is very likely to occur at isolated places in the city and in most districts of the state in the coming three to four days, which may aggravate water logging, flooding, flash floods, slow down vehicular movement and increase the risk of localised landslides in…
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Central Team Begins Four-Day Assessment of Assam’s Flood Damage

Central Team Begins Four-Day Assessment of Assam’s Flood Damage

A six-member Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) from the Government of India arrived in Assam on Tuesday to undertake a comprehensive assessment of flood-related damage caused during the 2025 and 2026 flood seasons. The team, led by Praveen Kumar Rai, Joint Secretary (UT) in the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, includes senior officials from the Ministries of Finance, Jal Shakti, Rural Development, Road Transport and Highways, and the National Remote Sensing Centre. Upon arrival in Guwahati, the delegation was welcomed by officials of the Assam Revenue and Disaster Management Department and the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA). During an introductory…
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