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10 Apr

NDA Set for “Clean Sweep” in BTC Region, Claims Mohilary

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Bodoland Territorial Council Chief Executive Member Hagrama Mohilary on Thursday expressed strong confidence that Himanta Biswa Sarma will return as Chief Minister, claiming that the NDA alliance is heading towards a clear majority in the Assam Assembly elections. Mohilary made the statement during his visit to Bijni, where he held a meeting with leaders of the Bodoland People's Front at the party’s district office. After the meeting, he told reporters that polling across the state was conducted in a peaceful manner without any major problems. He said the election process was smooth and well-managed, pointing to proper arrangements made by…

10 Apr

Godrej Properties Sets New Industry Benchmark with 27 Million Sq. Ft. Sold in FY26

nanika EditorBusiness

In a landmark year for the Indian real estate sector, Godrej Properties Limited has cemented its position as the country's leading listed developer. Reporting a staggering 16 percent increase in sales bookings for the 2025-26 fiscal year, the company has outperformed its own ambitious targets and set a new industry record. Godrej Properties announced on Friday that its total booking value reached an unprecedented ₹34,171 crore during the last fiscal year. This performance comfortably exceeded the company’s initial guidance of ₹32,500 crore. According to regulatory filings, this growth was driven by the sale of over 17,500 units, representing a total…

10 Apr

Women Lead as Assam Sees Surge in Electoral Participation

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam has recorded its highest-ever voter turnout in an assembly election, with 85.38 per cent of eligible voters casting their votes. The figure has crossed the previous record of 84.67 per cent set during the 2016 assembly elections, according to data released by the Election Commission of India. The new turnout marks a clear rise in public participation across the state. Poll officials said voters turned out in large numbers in both rural and urban areas. From early morning, long queues were seen outside polling stations, showing steady interest among people to take part in the election process. One of…

10 Apr

HSLC Exam Results Announced: Assam Records 65.62% Pass Percentage

riya EditorNorth East

Assam recorded an overall pass percentage of 65.62 in the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) examination 2026 with boys outperforming girls. The pass percentage among boys is 67.78 while girls registered 63.96 per cent. The examination was conducted by Assam State School Education Board from February 10 to 27, the results of which were declared today. This year, the overall pass percentage stands at 65.62 per cent, showing a slight improvement compared to last year’s 63.98 per cent. A total of 4, 29,249 students appeared for the examination, out of which 2, 81,701 students have passed. Looking at division-wise results,…

10 Apr

Pre-Poll Drama in Udalguri: Congress Files FIR Against Defecting Candidate

riya EditorAssam

The Congress has filed a police complaint against its Udalguri candidate, Suren Daimari, who resigned from the party just a day before the Assam Assembly elections, citing a lack of support and "betrayal" by the leadership. Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) general secretary (organization) Ramanna Baruah filed the FIR at the Bhangagarh Police Station in Guwahati on Thursday evening. In the FIR, the party has accused Daimari of committing criminal breach of trust and financial irregularities. According to the complaint, Daimari, a resident of Kahibari in Udalguri district, had initially applied for a party ticket from the Indian National Congress…

09 Apr

Assam Records Historic Voter Turnout; BJP and Congress Express Gratitude to the People

Paromita EditorAssam

With polling formally concluding at 5 PM, Assam has witnessed a remarkable phase in its democratic journey. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has extended its profound gratitude to the people of Assam for their overwhelming participation in what it described as a historic electoral exercise. The state recorded an impressive voter turnout of 84.42%, with over 2.50 crore voters casting their ballots. According to the BJP, this reflects the people’s strong faith in democratic values and their commitment to shaping the future of Assam. The party also expressed special appreciation for young and first-time voters, whose enthusiastic participation signals the…

09 Apr

Telangana HC adjourns hearing on Pawan Khera”s anticipatory bail plea for Friday

Paromita EditorAssam

The Telangana High Court adjourned the hearing to Friday in the anticipatory bail petition filed by Congress leader Pawan Khera in a case filed by the Assam government on his allegations against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife.Congress leader and senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi, who virtually argued for Khera, alleged political vendetta in the case filed by the Sarma-led government in Assam.Assam Advocate General Devajit Saikia, who argued against Khera's petition, stressed that there is no political vendetta and that the petition is not maintainable before the Telangana High Court.Khera's lawyer, Ponnam Ashok Goud, said that orders are likely to…

09 Apr

Bridal jewellery demand picks up as Tanishq unveils ‘Maithili’ collection for Akshaya Tritiya

Business BureauBusiness

India’s bridal jewellery segment is witnessing renewed traction ahead of the wedding season, with Tanishq launching its ‘Maithili’ collection under the Rivaah sub-brand, timed with Akshaya Tritiya. The collection, inspired by Madhubani art, reflects a growing market trend of culturally rooted yet contemporary jewellery offerings. Crafted in 18KT gold, the collection features traditional motifs such as lotus, peacock and fish, alongside intricate filigree and rawa craftsmanship. It offers a complete bridal trousseau, including chokers, haars, jhumkas and nathiya. Key innovations include a modular Maang Tikka with detachable elements and a reinterpreted Chudamani—linked to the Ramayana—designed for dual use as a…

09 Apr

HPCL ensures steady fuel, LPG supply amid demand spike; cracks down on malpractices

Business BureauBusiness

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has maintained uninterrupted supply of fuel and LPG across the country despite a recent surge in demand in some regions. Between April 1 and 6, the company recorded petrol sales of 2,27,086 KL and diesel sales of 4,05,398 KL, indicating strong consumption trends. To support this demand, HPCL dispatched 40,215 tankers carrying petrol, diesel and PDS kerosene, ensuring smooth availability across its retail network. In the LPG segment, HPCL delivered 75,18,000 cylinders during the same period. This included 1,45,447 Free Trade LPG cylinders of 5 kg and 13,600 cylinders of 2 kg, aimed at improving…

09 Apr

Scholars Gather in Deorali to Celebrate Legacy of Himalayan Women and Alexandra David-Neel

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The inaugural ceremony of a two-day international symposium on “Great Women in the Himalayas” was held on Thursday at the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology in Deorali, marking the beginning of discussions on the role and contributions of women in the Himalayan region. The symposium is being organised to commemorate the legacy of Alexandra David-Neel, known for her pioneering journeys across Tibet and the Himalayas, and her work in bringing Himalayan culture and spirituality to the wider world. Scholars, researchers and students from different regions have gathered for the event to share their research and perspectives. The discussions are focused on…