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20 Mar

Global Concerns Rise Over Israel-Hamas Conflict Escalation

Sonakshi SarkarInternational

The international community is expressing deep concern over the escalating violence between Israel and Hamas, following the collapse of a ceasefire and Israel's intensified military operations in Gaza. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties and a deteriorating humanitarian situation. Global leaders are calling for immediate de-escalation and the resumption of peace negotiations to prevent further loss of life and regional instability.

20 Mar

MG Comet EV 2025 launched with enhanced features and smart pricing

Business BureauBusiness

JSW MG Motor India has introduced the MG Comet EV 2025, upgrading its urban electric vehicle with new convenience and comfort features. The prices for the different vehicle variants vary based on the model. The prices for the different vehicle variants vary based on the model. The Executive variant is priced at ₹4,99,000, with an additional ₹2.5 per kilometer, bringing the total to ₹6,99,800. The Excite variant comes at ₹6,25,000, plus ₹2.5 per kilometer, making the total ₹8,25,800. The Excite FC variant is listed at ₹6,77,000, with a per-kilometer charge of ₹2.5, totaling ₹8,77,800. The Exclusive variant is priced at…

20 Mar

Assam doctor lands in trouble for selling infant to couple

Sonakshi SarkarCrime

A doctor in Sribhumi district of Assam allegedly sold an infant to a couple after an unmarried woman gave birth to the child, an official said on Thursday. A police case has been registered against the doctor, who is currently absconding, she said. According to the official of the district Child Protection Unit (CPU), they got information about an illegal adoption four-five days back.

20 Mar

Hatsun Agro opens 4000th HAP daily outlet in Andhra Pradesh, strengthens retail expansion

Business BureauBusiness

Hatsun Agro Product Limited, India’s leading private dairy company, has reached a significant milestone with the inauguration of its 4000th HAP Daily outlet in Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh. This expansion is part of the company’s strategy to enhance direct consumer access to fresh dairy products. HAP Daily exclusive stores offer a wide range of dairy products under brands such as Arun Icecreams, Arokya, Hatsun, and Hanobar. These stores cater not only to consumers but also to nearby retail outlets, increasing product availability and brand reach. Commenting on the occasion, R.G. Chandramogan, Chairman of Hatsun Agro, said, “The launch of our 4000th…

20 Mar

Nitin Gadkari to transform Assam’s roads with Rs 3 lakh crore investment

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has announced a landmark investment of Rs 3 lakh crore in Assam to develop world-class national highways, aiming to bring the state's road network up to US standards. This announcement was made during the Question Hour in the Rajya Sabha. Gadkari assured lawmakers that there will be no shortage of funds for these ambitious road projects. He stated that the highway network in Assam will undergo a complete transformation, enhancing connectivity and driving economic growth across the region. Several major infrastructure projects are already underway, with some expected to be completed…

20 Mar

Class 9 paper of Assam board leaked, exam cancelled

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The class 9 English annual exam in Assam’s Barpeta district, scheduled for Thursday, was cancelled after the question paper leaked on social media, officials said. Barpeta inspector of schools Ratul Kumar Das issued an order to all the school heads in the district and intimated about the exam's cancellation. A new exam date will be announced later.

20 Mar

“Clean sweep for BJP-NDA”: Assam Assembly Deputy Speaker on Rabha Hasong Council Polls

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Deputy Speaker of the Assam Legislative Assembly and senior BJP leader Numal Momin has expressed confidence in the BJP-led NDA's decisive victory in the upcoming Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council election on April 2. Momin asserted that overwhelming public support suggests a clean sweep for the ruling alliance. "I am very confident that the BJP-led NDA will secure a landslide victory. Tomorrow is the last day for the withdrawal of nominations, after which campaigning will begin in full swing. The people's overwhelming support indic that the BJP-led NDA will dominate the polls, and the results on April 4 will bring a…

20 Mar

The center intends to invest Rs. 3 lakh crore to make NH in Assam comparable to the US

Banasree SarkarAssamNitin Gadkari

The government plans to invest Rs. 3 lakh crore in Assam to build national highways that are on par with those in the US, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said. Gadkari underlined that his ministry has enough money for ongoing road projects while speaking during the Rajya Sabha's Question Hour. The minister gave updates on Assamese national highway projects, emphasizing that the Guwahati ring road project, which is expected to cost Rs. 5,800 crores and be completed by December 2027, is one of them. "I am confident that after these developments, Assam's national highways will be…

20 Mar

7 aids of Amrit Pal Singh lodged in relased re-arrested by Punjab Police

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Pro-Khalistan radical preacher Amritpal Singh's seven accomplices, who were released from Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam following the withdrawal of NSA charges against them and re-arrested in another case by Punjab Police, will be flown to the northern state on Thursday, officials said. Punjab Police re-arrested them for attacking a police station on the outskirts of Amritsar in 2023 and got a transit remand from a local court here. "All seven detainees will be flown to Punjab under tight security. Punjab Police has secured their transit remand and are now completing the legal transfer process from Dibrugarh Central Jail," a…

20 Mar

Gangtok, Pakyong, and Mangan to face power interruptions

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Power Department of Sikkim has announced scheduled power outages in Gangtok, Pakyong, and Mangan districts due to the commissioning of a new 50MVA transformer at the 132/66KV Substation at LLHP under PGCIL. Scheduled Power Shutdown DatesMarch 22 (Saturday) – 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM (4 hours)March 23 (Sunday) – 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM (4 hours)April 12 (Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (7 hours)April 13 (Sunday) – 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM (4 hours) The power cuts will affect residents during the fourth weekend of March and the second weekend of April.