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05 May

Assam Cong Chief Gaurav Gogoi Acknowledges Election Verdict

riya EditorAssam

Congress leader and Assam PCC chief Gaurav Gogoi on Monday conceded defeat in the Assam Assembly elections, accepting personal responsibility for the Opposition alliance's poll debacle. The Congress-led alliance in Assam could bag only 21 seats in the poll, the results of which were announced on Monday evening. On its own, the party could get only 19 seats, that too in minority-inhabited constituencies. “We humbly accept the verdict of the people and accept our defeat in this election. Also, thank you and gratitude to the voters who voted with faith in the opposition coalition candidates,” Gogoi, who also suffered a…

05 May

Tribal Pattern MD Highlights Arunachal’s Indigenous Art at Delhi’s Travancore Palace

nanika EditorArunachal Pradesh, North East

The rich cultural tapestry of Arunachal Pradesh took center stage at the national capital as works by renowned designer Yachi Natung Taniang were featured in the "Padma Doree" exhibition. Held at the Travancore Palace from May 1–3, the event was organized by the North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation (NEHHDC) to showcase a groundbreaking cross-regional textile initiative. Yachi Natung Taniang, the Managing Director of Tribal Pattern, contributed works that emphasize the artistic depth of Arunachal’s indigenous patterns. Her participation marks a significant moment for the state’s regional identity, bringing traditional motifs to a prestigious national platform. The exhibition serves…

05 May

BJP-Led Alliance Secures Third Straight Term with Over 100 Seats

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said he had correctly estimated the outcome of the Assembly elections, sharing an old handwritten note after the BJP-led alliance secured a sweeping victory in the state. In a post shared a day after the results, Sarma said he had written down his own seat estimate immediately after voting ended on April 9. “After voting concluded, as I do every time, I wrote down my estimate on paper. Time passed, results came, and the blessings of the people created a new history,” he said. He added that the final outcome was slightly…

05 May

Kotak Mahindra Bank Q4 profit rises 13% to ₹4,027 crore on strong loan, deposit growth

Business BureauBusiness

Kotak Mahindra Bank on Friday reported a 13 per cent year-on-year rise in standalone net profit for the fourth quarter of FY26 at ₹4,027 crore, driven by steady growth in advances, deposits and fee income. The bank’s profit after tax (PAT) rose from ₹3,552 crore in the corresponding quarter of FY25 and was also up 17 per cent sequentially from ₹3,446 crore in Q3FY26. For the full financial year FY26, standalone PAT stood at ₹14,008 crore. Net Interest Income (NII) for Q4FY26 increased 8 per cent year-on-year to ₹7,876 crore, while operating profit rose 7 per cent to ₹5,855 crore.…

05 May

BJP Crosses Majority Mark Alone, Opposition Crumbles

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has returned to power in Assam for a third straight term with a strong mandate, winning 102 out of 126 seats in the Assembly elections. The result gives the alliance a clear two-thirds majority and marks one of its best performances in the state so far. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led the victory, securing 82 seats out of the 90 it contested. This is the first time the party has crossed the majority mark on its own in Assam. Its allies, Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and Bodoland People's Front (BPF), won 10 seats each,…

05 May

Tata Motors posts 28% rise in CV sales in April 2026

Business BureauBusiness

Tata Motors Limited reported a 28 per cent year-on-year growth in commercial vehicle sales in April 2026, driven by strong demand across truck, passenger carrier, and cargo vehicle segments. The company said its total domestic and international sales stood at 34,833 units in April 2026, compared to 27,221 units in the same month last year. According to the company, domestic sales rose 27.9 per cent to 32,965 units, while international business sales increased 28.2 per cent to 1,868 units. Sales of heavy commercial vehicle (HCV) trucks grew 23.4 per cent to 8,969 units, while intermediate, light and medium commercial vehicle…

05 May

Congress Leader Jitendra Singh Resigns from Assam Responsibility

riya EditorAssam

Senior Congress leader Jitendra Singh has resigned as the party's general secretary in charge of Assam with immediate effect, taking responsibility for the party's poll debacle in the state. In his resignation letter to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Singh said it is in the best interest of the organization that he steps aside to allow for fresh leadership and renewed direction. "I write to tender my resignation as General Secretary in Charge of Assam with immediate effect. The recent election results have been deeply disappointing, and I take full responsibility for my role in the outcome," Singh said. "Despite our…

04 May

Suspected IED Blast and Gunfire Reported in Changlang; FIR Filed, Probe Underway

Business BureauBusiness

A suspected explosion involving an improvised explosive device (IED), followed by alleged gunfire, has been reported from Arunachal Pradesh’s Changlang district. The incident reportedly targeted Nuravi Group Director Ravi Ranjan Choubey. Sources indicate the incident may have occurred on April 23 night along Jinny Road between Kharsang and Jairampur. However, officials have said that confirmation is awaited. Empty cartridges recovered from the site have added weight to claims of gunfire, and the material is being analysed by investigators. Police have registered an FIR at Kharsang Police Station and initiated a probe into the matter. Further details are expected as the…

04 May

Renault Group India moves NCLT for operational realignment, eyes €2 billion exports by 2030

Business BureauBusiness

Renault Group India has approached the National Company Law Tribunal to seek approval for a proposed structural realignment of its India operations as part of its long-term business strategy aimed at strengthening the country’s role as a major manufacturing and export hub. The proposed restructuring plans to separate the powertrain manufacturing business into a dedicated powertrain entity, while vehicle manufacturing and sales operations will be integrated under a unified operating structure. The company said the move is intended to create clearer and more focused operational structures aligned with the distinct industrial requirements of each business segment. The company stated that…

04 May

Times Business Awards Recognizes Dibrugarh’s Samim Akhtara Ali for Excellence

Business BureauBusiness

Samim Akhtara Ali, a resident of Dibrugarh, was honoured with the prestigious “Excellence in Social Impact Leadership” award at the Times Business Awards – North East 2026, held on April 30 at Hotel Vivanta, Guwahati. This recognition was conferred in appreciation of her long-standing contributions to social service, women’s empowerment, and her unwavering support for underprivileged communities across Northeast India. Through her humanitarian initiatives, she has consistently stood beside the poor, visually impaired individuals, and flood-affected families, creating a meaningful and positive impact on society. Samim Akhtara Ali is the second daughter of late Rahmat Ali, a senior journalist from…