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29 Apr

Guwahati woman found safe after disappearance, says solo trip to Shillong was driven by emotional distress

Sonakshi SarkarMeghalaya

A woman from Guwahati whose disappearance had sparked concern across social media and among residents over the last two days has returned home safely and revealed that she had travelled to Shillong with thoughts of ending her life. Bhabana Sarma broke her silence nearly 48 hours after she went missing by posting a video message on social media, where she explained the circumstances surrounding her disappearance and denied rumours that had circulated online during the search for her. In the video statement, she said no outsider or cab driver was involved in her disappearance and clarified that she had travelled…

28 Apr

Chewing Gum Used to Disable CCTV in Guwahati Jewellery Heist

Paromita EditorGuwahati

In a rare and unusual burglary, thieves allegedly used chewing gum to disable surveillance cameras before breaking into a jewellery showroom in the Christian Basti area of Guwahati in the early hours of Tuesday, April 28. The incident took place at the Giva Jewellery showroom, where the accused are believed to have carried out the theft with careful planning. Preliminary findings suggest that the miscreants deliberately covered CCTV cameras with chewing gum, effectively blocking surveillance before entering the premises. Investigators suspect that a significant quantity of gold and diamond ornaments may have been stolen, although the exact value of the…

28 Apr

First-of-its-Kind Wild Buffalo Translocation Drive Kicks Off Between Assam and MP

Paromita EditorAssam

In a landmark conservation effort, the Assam Forest Department and the Madhya Pradesh Forest Department have begun the translocation of the endangered Asiatic wild water buffalo from Kaziranga Tiger Reserve to Kanha Tiger Reserve, marking the longest wildlife translocation by road within India. The initiative aims to reintroduce the species to its historic range in Central India, where it has been locally extinct for over a century. These megaherbivores play a vital ecological role as “grassland engineers,” helping manage tall grasses and enhancing biodiversity in grassland ecosystems. The Asiatic wild water buffalo (Bubalus arnee), listed under Schedule I of the…

28 Apr

Rich in antioxidants: How curry leaves support overall wellness

Sonakshi SarkarHealth

Curry leaves, sometimes referred to as sweet neem leaves or kadi patta, are fragrant leaves that are frequently used in Indian cooking to enhance the flavor and aroma of a variety of meals. They originate from the curry tree (Murraya koenigii), which is indigenous to Sri Lanka and India. These leaves are frequently used in South Indian cooking, particularly in curries, chutneys, rice dishes, and soups. They have a strongly lemony and slightly bitter flavor. To unleash their flavor and aroma and improve the dish's taste, they are put into hot oil at the start of cooking.Curry leaves are thought…

28 Apr

JK Maxx Paints launches ‘Maxx Karo, Relax Karo’ campaign featuring Akshay Kumar

Business BureauBusiness

JK Maxx Paints, backed by the legacy of JK Cement Limited, has launched a new brand campaign titled “Maxx Karo, Relax Karo” featuring Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar as its brand ambassador. The campaign marks a new phase of growth for the company and aims to simplify the home painting process for consumers. The campaign is built around the common challenges homeowners face while selecting products for painting their homes, including confusion over choosing the right putty, primer, and paint for durability and finish. Through the campaign, JK Maxx Paints positions itself as a complete wall solutions provider offering products from…

28 Apr

HPCL delivers over 323 lakh LPG cylinders across India in massive supply drive

Business BureauBusiness

State-run Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has delivered more than 323 lakh LPG cylinders across India between April 1 and April 26, 2026, highlighting the scale and strength of its nationwide fuel distribution network amid rising energy demand. The company said its LPG distribution system continued to operate smoothly across cities, towns and remote regions, supported by a strong logistics network. During the period, HPCL dispatched over 1,86,644 tankers carrying fuel products, including 403 tankers on April 26 alone, to ensure uninterrupted replenishment across its supply chain. HPCL also reported growing demand for smaller LPG cylinders. The company supplied over…

28 Apr

PM Emphasizes Focus on Connectivity and Infrastructure in Sikkim

riya EditorSikkim

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday stated that the central government has placed the highest priority on improving connectivity and infrastructure in Sikkim. Addressing the closing ceremony of the state’s 50th Year of Statehood celebrations at Paljor Stadium in Gangtok, the Prime Minister described Sikkim as the heaven of the East. Modi highlighted the state’s immense tourism potential and reaffirmed the Centre’s commitment to fully developing these opportunities for the benefit of its people. He also noted that Sikkim’s success in organic and natural farming has become a model for the entire country. During the event, Modi inaugurated and laid…

28 Apr

India Secures Major Blow to D-Company as Drug Kingpin Salim Dola Is Deported from Türkiye

anuprova EditorNews

In a high-profile victory for India’s "zero-tolerance" policy against narcotics, Mohammad Salim Dola, a notorious drug lord and key associate of fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim, was deported from Türkiye to India on April 28, 2026. Landing at the Delhi Technical Airport under heavy security, the 59-year-old was immediately taken into custody by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and intelligence agencies for intensive interrogation. Dola, who had been operating a transnational synthetic drug empire estimated at over ₹5,000 crore, was apprehended in Istanbul’s Beylikdüzü district last Saturday following a coordinated strike by Turkish intelligence and local police. His capture was facilitated…

28 Apr

PM to Attend Closing Ceremony of Sikkim’s 50th Statehood Celebrations Today

riya EditorSikkim

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the closing ceremony of Sikkim’s 50th Year of Statehood celebrations at Paljor Stadium on Tuesday. Governor of Sikkim Om Prakash Mathur, Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang, along with state ministers and Members of Parliament, will also attend the event. The Prime Minister will inaugurate, launch, and lay the foundation stone of various development projects worth over Rs 4,000 crore across the state. He will also address the gathering on the occasion. These projects span a wide range of sectors, including infrastructure, connectivity, healthcare, education, power, urban development, environment, tourism, and agriculture, and are…

28 Apr

EssilorLuxottica brings FDA-authorized Myopia control lens to India amid rising childhood vision crisis

Business BureauBusiness

EssilorLuxottica has introduced its Essilor® Stellest® lens in India, marking the arrival of what the company says is the first and only U.S. FDA market-authorized spectacle lens designed to slow myopia progression in children. The announcement comes amid growing concerns over rising cases of childhood myopia in India, where nearly 50 per cent of urban children are projected to be affected by 2050, while one in four children already suffers from the condition. The company said clinical studies showed the Essilor® Stellest® lens slowed myopia progression by 71 per cent on average over two years. The lens received U.S. FDA…