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17 Mar

Tata Motors to raise commercial vehicle prices by up to 1.5% from April 1

Business BureauBusiness

Tata Motors on Monday announced a price hike of up to 1.5 per cent across its commercial vehicle range, effective from April 1, 2026, citing rising commodity prices and increasing input costs. The company said the price increase is aimed at partially offsetting the impact of higher raw material costs. The extent of the hike will vary depending on the model and variant of the vehicle. Tata Motors, part of the USD 180 billion Tata Group, is India’s largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles and a globally recognised producer of utility vehicles, pick-ups, trucks and buses. With more than eight decades…

17 Mar

Assam Polls: Cleanup Drive Begins as Election Rules Kick In, Voting Set for April 9

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

With the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) now in force ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, authorities have started removing political banners, posters and flags from public places across Guwahati.Teams from the Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC), along with local administration officials, carried out drives in different parts of the city on Monday. Political hoardings, party symbols and campaign materials were taken down from roadsides, electric poles and other public spaces.Officials said the action is being taken as per the guidelines of the Election Commission of India (ECI), which aims to ensure a level playing field for all political parties during…

17 Mar

BJP Likely to Announce Full List of 126 Assam Candidates on March 18 After Key Leadership Meeting

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to hold an important meeting of its Parliamentary Board in New Delhi on Tuesday to finalise candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections.According to party sources, the meeting is expected to take a final call on candidates for all 126 Assembly constituencies in the state. The exercise is being seen as a key step ahead of the election announcement, with the party aiming to put in place a balanced and strong list. Senior leaders are likely to be present at the meeting, including Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal,…

17 Mar

Kaziranga to Translocate Wild Water Buffaloes to Kanha Tiger Reserve

riya EditorAssam

The Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve has successfully completed the necessary arrangements for the translocation of approximately 50 wild Asiatic water buffaloes to the Kanha Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh, implementing this in a phased approach. According to Arun Vignesh, the Divisional Forest Officer of the Eastern Assam Wildlife Division, the initial plan involves relocating around 15 buffaloes. However, due to logistical challenges, the authorities aim to first transfer only 5 to 6 buffaloes to evaluate the feasibility of the larger move before progressing to bigger groups. The capture of the wild buffaloes, utilizing tranquillization methods, is slated to…

17 Mar

GCPL’s waste management project diverts 3,200 tonnes of waste in Palashbari

Business BureauBusiness

Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL) has successfully transformed waste management in Palashbari, one of Assam’s oldest towns, through a three-year community-led initiative that diverted more than 3,200 tonnes of waste and significantly improved local sanitation systems. Implemented under GCPL’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme in partnership with the Palashbari Municipal Board and Feedback Foundation Charitable Trust, the project also remediated 1,550 tonnes of legacy waste and achieved 98.5 per cent source segregation across households, institutions and markets. Earlier, Palashbari generated nearly two tonnes of mixed waste daily, most of which was dumped in open sites, causing environmental damage and health…

17 Mar

Green tea benefits come with hidden risks for some

Sonakshi SarkarHealth

Green tea is widely regarded as one of the healthiest beverages in the world and is consumed by millions of people for its numerous health benefits. Rich in antioxidants, particularly catechins, it has been linked to improved metabolism, better heart health and enhanced brain function. Many people also drink green tea to support weight management, detoxification and overall wellness, making it a regular part of the daily diet for health-conscious individuals. However, health experts say that despite its benefits, green tea may not be suitable for everyone. Like many natural foods and beverages, it contains active compounds that can affect…

17 Mar

Parliament’s Rajya Sabha Honors Former CJI Ranjan Gogoi at Farewell

riya EditorNews

The Rajya Sabha paid tribute to former Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi, who retired after a six-year tenure. Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan commended Gogoi's legal expertise and his significant contributions to parliamentary discussions, highlighting his profound understanding of the legislative process and public interest. Radhakrishnan expressed that Gogoi's wise counsel and gravitas would be sorely missed in the House. He extended best wishes for Gogoi's future endeavors, hoping he would continue to serve the nation with the same dedication and integrity as he had during his career. Gogoi was nominated to the Rajya Sabha on…

17 Mar

Six Months After Zubeen Garg’s Passing, Garima Speaks Out on Justice Concerns — Don’t Forget to Like

riya EditorAssam

On the six-month death anniversary of Assam's artist Zubeen Garg, his wife Garima Saikia Garg conveyed her grief and called for swift justice for her husband, emphasizing the slow legal process. She expressed concern for "Zubeen Kshetra," stating the site is deteriorating in the rain and urging that Zubeen not be politicized. Religious rituals were held at their residence, where Garima prepared Zubeen's favorite dishes for the Sapinda ritual. Fans and well-wishers honored him by lighting candles at his burial site, while AASU president Utpal Sharma criticized the government's neglect of Zubeen Kshetra. A close associate suggested that if the…

17 Mar

Assam Eyes Wider PNG Coverage to Reduce Dependence on LPG

riya EditorAssam

When facing a LPG shortage due to war in the Middle East, the Assam government is considering expanding Piped Natural Gas (PNG) coverage. Chief Secretary Dr. Ravi Kota convened a meeting with the management of Assam Gas Company Ltd., Purba Bharati Gas Pvt. Ltd., and North East Gas Distribution Company Ltd. to assess the current PNG coverage and explore its expansion to reach more domestic consumers within 90 days. Companies have been asked to submit their expansion plans, aimed at prioritizing access for residents. PNG is becoming a practical alternative to LPG cylinders as disruptions in supply chains continue, highlighted…

17 Mar

United People’s Party Liberal Unveils Initial Candidates for 2026 Assam Polls

riya EditorAssam

Pramod Boro, president of the United Peoples' Party Liberal (UPPL), was elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha and will run for the assembly elections from the Tamulpur constituency. UPPL general secretary Raju Kumar Narzary announced the first list of seven candidates, stating that the party intends to contest all 15 constituencies within the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). A second candidate list will be released shortly. The UPPL is part of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and competes primarily with the Bodoland People's Front (BPF) in the region. In the recent Rajya Sabha elections, Boro, along with BJP candidates Jogendra Mohan…