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04 Nov

Roing Rally Sees Strong Opposition to Siang Project, Detention of Advocate

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

The All Idu Mishmi Youth Association (AIMYA), a Lower Dibang Valley district-based organisation, joined the ongoing protest against the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) on Tuesday, with a large number of people participating in a peaceful solidarity rally in Roing. The rally was organised by AIMYA to express solidarity with those opposing the project and to raise concerns over the detention of advocate Ebo Mili and others in connection with the SUMP issue. During the demonstration, participants demanded the immediate release of Mili and the other detained persons. The association said the developments surrounding the project should be addressed…

04 Nov

End of an era as Glenn Maxwell steps away: 5 times he pulled Australia out of trouble

sunny EditorSports

Popularly known as the 'Big Show', 38-year-old Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has officially retired from international cricket after a glittering 14-year career spanning 7 Tests, 149 ODIs, and 130 T20Is yielding 7,226 runs, 136 wickets, and three ICC trophies (the 2015 and 2023 ODI World Cups and the 2021 T20 World Cup), remembered forever for his astonishing rescue acts under pressure, beginning with his legendary 201 not out against Afghanistan at the 2023 ODI World Cup where he overcame severe physical cramps to lift Australia from 49/4 and 91/7 to 293/7 alongside Pat Cummins, which was complemented by his stellar…

04 Nov

Kalasamanway Organises Alokdhwani at Adabari to Celebrate Memory, Music and Literature

Preeti SinghAssam, Guwahati

"How many little joys you would bring along during Bijoya... and there were letters too, written on blue inland letters and postcards, carrying affectionate greetings from one household to another." These evocative lines from poet Aryatirtha formed the emotional backdrop of Alokdhwani, a cultural evening organised by Kalasamanway, which sought to create a bridge between the melancholy of Bijoya Dashami and the illumination of Deepavali. Hosted at Adabari by Anindya Pal and Debolina Choudhury, the event unfolded as a celebration of memory, music, literature and conversation. The programme opened with a recitation of Aryatirtha's poetry by Sandipa Chakravarty, whose thoughtful…

03 Nov

Aaranyak Organises Week-Long Residential Training on Western Hoolock Gibbon Conservation

Preeti SinghAssam

In a significant boost to primate conservation efforts in Northeast India, forest personnel from Assam, Meghalaya and Tripura participated in a week-long residential training programme focused on the conservation of the endangered Western Hoolock Gibbon (Hoolock hoolock), India's only ape. The training programme, organised by Aaranyak at the Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary in Assam from October 24 to 30, brought together 16 forest guards from the three states. The initiative aimed to strengthen their knowledge and field-level capacities for protecting Hoolock gibbons and their habitats. The Western Hoolock Gibbon, which inhabits parts of Northeast India, faces increasing threats from habitat fragmentation,…

03 Nov

Assam minister reviews progress of agriculture missions; emphasises crop diversification, doubling of farmer producer companies

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation, Pijush Hazarika on Monday visited Krishi Bhawan at KhanaparaBon Monday, and chaired a review meeting with the Commissioner and senior officials of the Agriculture Department to assess the progress of various departmental initiatives and ongoing missions. The Minister reviewed key initiatives, including the Makhana Mission, Edible Oil Palm Mission and Pulse Mission, besides discussing the proposed Rajmah Mission in the Barak Valley. He emphasised timely implementation, greater accountability and stronger grassroots-level engagement to ensure that departmental initiatives translate into tangible benefits for farmers. Highlighting the need for crop diversification beyond conventional paddy cultivation, Hazarika…

03 Nov

Assam minister reviews mission flood-free guwahati, inaugurates waste management facility, launches swachhata sakhi app

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, Kaushik Rai participated in a series of programmes aimed at strengthening urban infrastructure, improving civic governance and promoting cleanliness and sustainable waste management in Guwahati. The day began with a review meeting on Mission Flood-Free Guwahati at the Assam Secretariat in presence of Chief Secretary, Assam Dr Ravi Kota, where the Minister deliberated on the challenges, existing shortcomings and necessary interventions to address the recurring urban flooding problem in the city. The meeting reviewed the preparedness of various agencies ahead of the 2027 monsoon and their proposed action plans. A key focus was…

03 Nov

Assam targets 11.7 GW of renewable energy by 2030

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the state government has set a target to take the generation of renewable energy to 11.7 GW in the state by 2030.Speaking at the CEO Roundtable of Bharat Renewable Energy Summit in New Delhi on Monday, Sarma said, "Under our Integrated Clean Energy Policy, we are targeting 11.7 GW of renewable energy by 2030, and I invited industry leaders to partner with us in building a greener, stronger Viksit Bharat."Sarma hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for putting clean energy at the heart of India's growth story.He also expressed his gratitude to of New…

03 Nov

Nissan Motor India posts 50% growth in October domestic wholesales

Business BureauBusiness

Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) recorded a 50% year-on-year increase in domestic wholesales in October 2026, selling 3,600 units against 2,402 units in the corresponding month last year. The company registered its eighth consecutive month of year-on-year domestic growth. From January to October 2026, Nissan recorded total wholesales of 85,124 units across domestic and export markets. Exports stood at 4,710 units in October, reflecting the company’s continued presence in international markets. Managing Director SaurabhVatsa said the October performance reflected sustained customer confidence and progress in strengthening Nissan’s presence in India. He highlighted the company’s expanding product portfolio and dealer…

03 Nov

OPPO enters premium smart phone race with Find X10 series, flagship priced at Rs 1.99 lakh

Business BureauBusiness

OPPO India has strengthened its position in the premium consumer electronics segment with the launch of the Find X10 series, featuring advanced imaging, AI-powered software and high-performance hardware. The lineup comprises the Find X10, starting at Rs 1,39,999, and the flagship Find X10 Pro Max, priced at up to Rs 1,99,999. The Find X10 offers a dual 200MP camera system, while the Pro Max features a triple 200MP camera setup co-developed with Hasselblad. Both smartphones introduce Color OS 17 and batteries of up to 8,000m Ah. The Pro Max is powered by Media Tek’s 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro processor, positioning…

03 Nov

Škoda Auto India expands network to over 350 touchpoints across 193 cities

Business BureauBusiness

Škoda Auto India has expanded its nationwide network to over 350 customer touchpoints across 193 cities, marking an increase of nearly 85% since 2021. The company achieved the milestone on October 30, 2026, with the inauguration of its 350th touchpoint in Imphal, marking its entry into Manipur. The network has grown from 191 touchpoints in 2021 to 325 in 2025 and over 350 in October 2026. Supported by 79 dealer partners, it spans 29 states and Union Territories, comprising 270 sales and 203 aftersales touchpoints. Between January 2025 and October 2026, the company added 58 showrooms across 38 new cities…