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28 Apr

“Bagmibor Nilmoni Phukan Uroniya Setu” was inaugurated by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Banasree SarkarAssamHimanta Biswa Sarma

On Sunday night, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma officially opened the "Bagmibor Nilmoni Phukan Uroniya Setu" flyover at Thana Chariali, Mancotta Road in Dibrugarh. The event is attended by MP Rameswar Teli, Assam's State Cabinet Minister Prashanta Phukan, Union Cabinet Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, and several dignitaries. The Chief Minister then officially opened the recently built Convoy Road flyover, which connects Convoy Road to NH-37 and is known as "Dr. Leela Gogoi Uroniya Setu." Himanta Biswa Sarma, who spoke at the event, stated that two flyovers were opened in Dibrugarh today and that they will both help with the city's traffic…

26 Apr

Kaushal Manthan 2025 charts roadmap for skilled Bharat; tribute paid to Pahalgam terror victims

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In a solemn start to “Kaushal Manthan 2025”, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, led a two-minute silence in memory of the victims of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir. The workshop, held at Kaushal Bhawan, brought together officials, industry leaders, and educators to forge a unified plan for skilling and entrepreneurship in India. Themed “Collective Vision for a Skilled Bharat”, the workshop focused on aligning skilling efforts with market demand, embedding global training standards, and fostering entrepreneurship as a viable career option. Secretary MSDE, Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari, emphasized…

26 Apr

HP launches next-gen AI PCs in India, targets enterprise and consumer segments

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HP has unveiled its most advanced line-up of AI-powered PCs in India, aiming to redefine work and productivity for enterprises and consumers alike. The newly launched HP EliteBook, ProBook, and OmniBook series are powered by Intel Core Ultra 200 V, AMD Ryzen AI 300, and Qualcomm Snapdragon processors, with dedicated Neural Processing Units (NPUs) delivering up to 55 trillion operations per second (TOPS). Designed as Copilot+ PCs, the lineup includes AI features such as real-time video enhancements, personalized performance tuning, and advanced collaboration tools. Enterprise users can expect seamless multitasking, robust security with HP Wolf Pro Security, and enhanced virtual…

26 Apr

Atul Bora attends in the 50th anniversary celebration of Rongamati Cooperative Society

Banasree SarkarAssamAtul Bora

After a magnificent 50 years, the Rongamati Gaon Panchayat Cooperative Society Limited, situated in Badulipar, Golaghat district, has entered its Golden Jubilee year. From April 24 to April 27, a vibrant four-day celebration has been organized to commemorate the event. Phanidhar Gogoi, the president of the celebration committee and the cooperative society president, raised the Golden Jubilee flag on April 24, the opening day of the event. Rajiv Gogoi, the retired principal of Khumtai Higher Secondary School, officially opened a memorial built by Tapan Gogoi, Phanidhar Gogoi, and their family in honor of the late Lokeshwar Gogoi, Burhagao's first police…

26 Apr

Canada Legalizes Psychedelic Therapy for Mental Health Treatment

Sonakshi SarkarCanada

In a landmark decision, Canada has legalized the medical use of psychedelics like psilocybin (found in magic mushrooms) and MDMA for treating depression, PTSD, and anxiety under professional supervision. The Canadian Health Ministry stated that evidence from clinical trials shows significant improvements in mental health conditions that resisted conventional treatments. This move is closely watched by mental health professionals globally, including those in South Asia where rates of depression and PTSD are rising, highlighting the need for innovative treatments.

26 Apr

California Declares Emergency Amid Historic Wildfires

Sonakshi SarkarInternational

California has declared a state of emergency as wildfires fueled by dry winds and high temperatures sweep across the northern regions. Over 30,000 residents have been ordered to evacuate, while firefighters struggle to contain the flames. Governor Gavin Newsom announced emergency funds to support evacuation and rebuilding efforts. Climate scientists warn that prolonged drought conditions, partly driven by global climate change, have made such fires more frequent and intense. South Asian nations like India and Nepal, which are also vulnerable to changing climate patterns, are urged to strengthen their own disaster response systems.

26 Apr

Enforcement Diretorate reveals illegal rat hole mining rampant in Meghalaya, Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday said that despite a ban on mining in Meghalaya, illegal rat-hole quarrying is being "rampantly" done under "inhuman" conditions in the state and searches conducted by it have found that about 1,200 tonnes of coal through such means is being excavated daily. The agency carried out searches on Thursday at 15 premises located in Jadigittim and Nongalbibra in Meghalaya, besides Jogighopa (Bongaigaon), Margherita (Tinsukia) and Guwahati in Assam, as part of a money-laundering investigation linked to alleged illegal coal mining and coke plants running in Meghalaya. The case stems from a Meghalaya Police FIR.…

26 Apr

Siddheshwara Dham’s 15th year celebrated with divine fervor

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Friday attended the grand concluding ceremony of the week-long Shrimad Bhagavat Saptaha Gyan Mahayajna at Siddheshwara Dham, commemorating the 15th Foundation Year of the revered pilgrimage site in Namchi. The spiritual event, which began on April 19, drew hundreds of devotees from across the region. Chief Minister Tamang described his presence at the ceremony as a “profound honour” and praised the week-long gathering as a celebration of “divine devotion and collective faith.” Led by Jagatguru Ananta Bidhushtu Balashanta Mohan Sharan Devacharya Maharaj and Shri Bihari Saran Guru Maharaj, the discourse focused on values…

26 Apr

From Silchar to Sivasagar, Assam stands against terror

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a proud moment for Arunachal Pradesh and the Indian civil service, Vishakha Yadav, the Deputy Commissioner of Kurung Kumey district, has been conferred with the prestigious Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration 2024. She received the award for her pioneering initiative titled “Project DIGIKAKSHA – A Vision for a Vibrant Village on the Indo-China Border”, under the “Innovation - District” category. The national-level award honours civil servants who have introduced innovative practices and achieved efficient and effective governance at the grassroots level. Ms. Yadav's visionary project stood out for its unique approach to bridging the development gap…

26 Apr

The Study Abroad Exhibition 2025 will take place in Guwahati on April 27

Banasree SarkarAssamguwahati

On April 27, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Guwahati will host the Study Abroad Exhibition 2025, which will welcome students, parents, and academic hopefuls to GS Road, Christian Basti. For students looking to extend their intellectual horizons globally, this much awaited event delivers an unmatched opportunity. Representatives from the top 20 universities in Singapore, Australia, Ireland, Switzerland, the UK, Dubai, and other European countries are anticipated to be present at the event. Participating in the show are some of the top universities in the world, such as Trinity College Dublin, the University of Adelaide, and the University of Melbourne,…