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26 Dec

United Bengali Forum, Assam Submits Memorandum to Bangladesh President Over Minority Persecution

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The United Bengali Forum, Assam has submitted a memorandum to the President of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, expressing serious concern over what it described as an alarming rise in violence, persecution and systematic oppression of minority communities, particularly Hindus, in Bangladesh. The memorandum, dated December 26, was submitted through the Assistant High Commissioner of Bangladesh in Guwahati. The forum stated that the situation of minorities has worsened under the country’s new interim government, with increasing incidents of targeted killings, arson attacks, vandalism of religious places and forced displacement. A major incident highlighted in the memorandum was the brutal killing…

26 Dec

Dense fog likely across NE over next 5 days

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted dense fog, light rain and falling temperatures in different parts of the Northeast over the next five days."Very Dense fog very likey to occur at isolated pockets over Assam and Meghalaya, and Dense fog very likey to occur atisolated pockets over Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura on Saturday," the latest IMD forecast stated.It further said that light rain is very likely to occur at isolated places over Arunachal Pradesh, while dry weather is likely to prevail over Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura.No large change in minimum temperature with falling tendency…

26 Dec

Music Stops as Chaos Erupts at Kailash Kher’s Gwalior Show

Preeti SinghEntertainment

In a surprising development, renowned singer Kailash Kher was compelled to abruptly conclude his concert in Gwalior. This concert was organized to commemorate the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, a significant event that likely drew considerable public interest and attendance. The unexpected termination of the performance left many in attendance surprised and seeking clarity on the reasons behind this decision, marking the occasion with an unusual and unforeseen twist. After an initially celebratory atmosphere, the event quickly spiraled into chaos as audience members became unruly, leaping over barricades. Despite the singer's attempts to manage the situation,…

26 Dec

MSDE, Google and CCS University join hands to make India’s first AI-enabled University

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The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) on Monday announced a strategic partnership with Google and Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCS University) to advance the adoption of artificial intelligence in higher and vocational education. The announcement was made on the 123rd birth anniversary of former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Chaudhary Charan Singh. The collaboration aims to transform CCS University into India’s first AI-enabled university, with a focus on improving employability and bridging the India–Bharat divide. By leveraging AI tools, the initiative seeks to empower youth from Tier-2 and Tier-3 regions, addressing language, access and skill gaps. Speaking on…

26 Dec

Organic India pushes health-first festive foods with sugar-free plum cake recipe for Christmas

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As Christmas celebrations gather pace across the country, Organic India has shared a festive baking recipe that offers a healthier twist to a traditional favourite. The company has introduced an eggless plum cake recipe made without refined sugar, using Organic India Jaggery powder as the natural sweetener. The recipe has been crafted by chef Deepak Gore, formerly associated with Venky’s India Pvt Ltd and Godrej Tyson Foods Ltd. According to the company, the initiative is aimed at encouraging conscious festive eating while retaining the familiar taste of Christmas desserts. The cake blends dried fruits soaked in orange juice, mixed nuts,…

26 Dec

Nitin Nabin in Assam for Two-Day Visit to Review BJP’s Poll Readiness

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Nitin Nabin, the National Working President of the BJP, arrived in Guwahati today as part of a two-day visit to Assam on Friday to assess the party's 2026 Assembly election preparations. Union Minister Pabitra Margherita, BJP state president Dilip Saikia, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, and other officials welcomed him with open arms at the LGBI Airport. In addition to meeting with the state BJP core committee at the State BJP office in Guwahati today, Nabin will speak at the first session of the Assam state BJP Executive meeting at Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra. "Ahead of the state's Assembly elections…

26 Dec

UTI Mutual Fund announces the relocation of its UFC in Kalyani

Business BureauBusiness

UTI Mutual Fund has announced the relocation of its UTI Financial Centre (UFC) in Kalyani, with the change coming into effect from December 22, 2025. According to the company, the Kalyani UFC will now operate from UTI Asset Management Company Ltd, B-8/25 (CA), 1st Floor, Kalyani – 741235, Nadia, West Bengal. The opening of the new facility will be attended by AnindyaSengupta, Zonal Head, along with Subhadeep Ganguly, Chief Manager : Kolkata UFC and SanchitaGhose, Chief Manager, Salt Lake UFC. The relocation is aimed at ensuring smoother operations and improved access for investors in the region. UTI Mutual Fund said…

26 Dec

ULFA (Independent) Announces Reconstitution of Central Committee

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Citing the necessity of restructuring in the current situation, the United Liberation Front of Asom (Independent) [ULFA-I] announced the reconstruction of its central committee following the dissolution of its current organisational councils.The group unanimously agreed to dissolve its supreme, senior, and junior councils after examining the matter from all angles, according to a statement released in the name of its chairman, Paresh Asom. According to the announcement, the central committee has been reorganised in accordance with the new organisational structure that has been established. The group asserted that the decision was made taking into account the necessity and applicability of…

26 Dec

TVS launches Service Campaign across India: Resolve, Refresh, Ride in the New Year

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TVS Motor Company has rolled out a nationwide service campaign aimed at encouraging customers to begin the New Year with a focus on vehicle health and safety. Titled ‘Resolve, Refresh & Ride’, the campaign will run from December 20, 2025, to January 5, 2026, across all authorised TVS service centres in India. The initiative underlines the importance of regular servicing to maintain safety, performance and riding comfort. It also reflects the company’s customer-focused approach, with an emphasis on improving ownership experience beyond the purchase of the vehicle. During the campaign period, customers can avail a comprehensive vehicle health check covering…

26 Dec

Under Project NAVYA, MSDE and Wadhwani Foundation collaborate to deliver holistic development modules for Adolescent Girls

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The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Wadhwani Foundation to deliver comprehensive employability and life-skills modules for adolescent girls under Project NAVYA. The programme is jointly implemented by MSDE and the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD). The collaboration aims to move beyond traditional vocational training by embedding workplace safety, financial skills and critical life competencies into the learning journey of adolescent girls. A common holistic development module has been introduced for Project NAVYA beneficiaries and is being provided free of cost by the Wadhwani Foundation. “These modules…