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13 Feb

Poster of Assamese Film Dipholu Launched by Borluit Productions; August 21 Release Planned

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Borluit Productions, recognized for its award-winning short films, has announced the official poster for its debut Assamese feature film, "Dipholu," set to release in theaters on August 21, 2026. The film reflects the company’s commitment to authentic storytelling, showcased through its rural Assamese backdrop and a diverse ensemble cast, which includes prominent actors like Amrita Gogoi, Subrat Deori, and veteran actress Mridula Barua in a guest role. Directed by Nekib, who also serves as the writer and editor, "Dipholu" features a talented team with screenplay by Debojit Bora. The cinematography is handled by Uttam Kalita, while music is composed by…

13 Feb

Ahead of PM Visit, Assam CM Takes Stock of Emergency Landing Arrangements

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reviewed the preparations for an emergency landing facility (ELF) on the Dibrugarh–Moran national highway, designated for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival on February 14 as part of an Indian Air Force (IAF) exercise. Sarma inspected the 4.2-km area between Moran and Demow, discussing construction and logistics with officials. The Prime Minister will land at Chabua Air Force base, then travel to Moran via a C-130 transport aircraft before heading to Guwahati. The event will feature approximately 16 IAF aircraft, including Rafale and Sukhoi fighters, marking a significant demonstration at an ELF. Local students have…

12 Feb

Toing launches in Guwahati, promises lowest food delivery prices with zero extra charges

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Affordable food delivery platform Toing has officially launched its services in Guwahati, expanding its presence to six emerging cities across India, including Pune, Agra, Vadodara, Nagpur and Nashik. The app, introduced in the second half of 2025 with Pune as its first market, guarantees the lowest item prices by matching or beating restaurant table menu prices while charging no packaging or platform fees. Designed primarily for students, early job-goers and value-conscious Gen Z consumers, Toing aims to make food delivery an everyday option rather than an occasional indulgence. Users can order a wide range of dishes such as biryanis, burgers…

12 Feb

Kerala Tourism launches ‘Travel Now, Post Later’ campaign, plans nationwide roadshows ahead of summer season

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Kerala Tourism has launched a nationwide campaign titled “Travel Now, Post Later”, promoting mindful travel and encouraging travellers to experience destinations fully before sharing moments online. The initiative, positioned as a global movement, highlights presence-led travel experiences and is being promoted across official digital platforms along with a dedicated microsite. Tourism Minister P. A. Mohamed Riyas said Kerala has witnessed a strong post-pandemic surge in tourist arrivals, with new experiential tourism products gaining significant response from domestic and international visitors. He expressed confidence that the upcoming inbound season would sustain the growth momentum. To attract travellers ahead of the summer…

12 Feb

Voter Increased In Muslim Majority Districts After SR

Paromita EditorAssam

The final electoral roll released after the Special Revision (SR) in Assam has revealed mixed district-wise trends, with voter numbers rising in several Muslim-majority districts while most tribal-dominated and upper Assam districts recorded a fall compared to the draft roll. Data from the Chief Electoral Officer’s website shows that 24 of Assam’s 35 districts witnessed a decrease in electors in the final list, while 11 districts registered an increase. The changes ranged from minor shifts of a few hundred voters to variations of more than 30,000. In western and lower Assam, Muslim-majority districts such as Dhubri, South Salmara, Goalpara and…

12 Feb

NITI Aayog Workshop On Enhancing SDG Outcomes At District Level In Ne Region

Paromita EditorAssam

NITI in collaboration with state transformation and development department on Thursday organised a Northeastern Region workshop on enhancing SDG (sustainable development goals) outcomes at the district-level under State Support Mission (SSM) here.Addressing the inaugural programme as chief guest at the workshop held in Guwahati, Assam transport and Bodoland welfare department minister Charan Boro in his keynote address said that the sustainable development goals are global goals whose real success are measured locally.“They must be felt in villages, towns, schools and homes,” Boro said while speaking at length about how Assam had moved from an aspirant to a front-runner in the…

12 Feb

Tata AIA launches Enhanced Value Index Funds to boost long-term wealth creation with life protection

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Tata AIA Life Insurance on Tuesday announced the launch of two new value-focused equity funds Enhanced Value Index Fund and Enhanced Value Index Pension Fund aimed at helping investors build long-term wealth while benefiting from integrated life insurance protection. The new fund offer (NFO) will remain open from February 9 to 16, 2026, with policies issued at a Net Asset Value (NAV) of ₹10 on February 16. The funds track the BSE 500 Enhanced Value 50 Customised Index, providing diversified exposure to 50 large-, mid-, and small-cap companies selected using key valuation parameters. The pension variant is available exclusively through…

12 Feb

Sikkim MP Meets LPAI Chief to Boost Border Connectivity and Trade

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Lok Sabha MP from Sikkim, Dr. Indra Hang Subba, recently met Shri Jayant Singh, Chairman of the Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI), in New Delhi to follow up on the proposal for establishing an Integrated Check Post (ICP) at Chiwabhanjyang along the India–Nepal border. The proposal is part of the broader vision of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) government led by Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang to improve border connectivity and create new opportunities for economic growth in the state’s border regions. During the meeting, Dr. Subba discussed the importance of developing modern border infrastructure at Chiwabhanjyang Pass and…

12 Feb

Two-Day Mindfulness Workshop in Gangtok Aims to Bring Meditation into Daily Life

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Department of Buddhist and Tibetan Studies of the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (NIT), which is affiliated with Sikkim University, will organize a two-day workshop titled “Meditation for Everyday Life: Practice and Applications” on March 6 and 7, 2026, at Namgyal Hall, Deorali, Gangtok. The programme will be led by His Eminence the 8th Chokyong Palga Rinpoche, a respected spiritual teacher known for guiding meditation and Buddhist learning programmes in different parts of the country and abroad. Officials of the institute said the workshop has been planned to help participants understand how meditation can be practiced in daily life and…

12 Feb

CDSL hosts ‘Reimagine’ Symposium, highlights data-driven future of securities markets

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Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) hosted the third edition of its annual symposium, “Reimagine: Securities Market through Data Synergy,” bringing together policymakers, regulators, market infrastructure institutions and technology leaders to discuss the growing role of data in shaping India’s securities markets. Central Depository Services (India) Limited said the event also marked the launch of the inaugural Reimagine Ideathon, rewarding five student teams with prizes worth ₹12 lakh. Tuhin Kanta Pandey, Chairman of Securities and Exchange Board of India, who attended as Chief Guest, emphasised that “data is the new plumbing of capital markets,” highlighting the importance of governance, security…