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12 May

Four New Faces in Assam Cabinet: Himanta Biswa Sarma Confirms Oath Ceremony

riya EditorAssam

Four newly elected MLAs of the NDA will take oath as ministers along with chief minister designate Himanta Biswa Sarma during the swearing-in ceremony at Khanapara in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday. The leaders named for induction into the Assam Council of Ministers are Rameswar Teli, Atul Bora, Charan Boro and Ajanta Neog. "Happy to announce that the following four colleagues of mine will take oath as ministers tomorrow along with me in the august presence of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji. They are Shri Rameswar Teli, Shri Atul Bora, Shri Charan Boro and…

11 May

Assam RGU Joins Hands With Indian Museum Kolkata To Hold Exhibition, Workshops

Paromita EditorAssam

The Assam Royal Global University in Guwahati is set to host a landmark cultural and academic initiative in collaboration with the Indian Museum, Kolkata, under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.A major highlight of the event will be the launch of a specially curated exhibition titled “Bharat – Contours of Continuity”, featuring rare replicas and heritage treasures from the collections of the Indian Museum.The special exhibition will remain open for seven days, from May 13 to 21, offering students, scholars, and the public a unique opportunity to experience the rich cultural legacy preserved by one of India’s most esteemed…

11 May

Assam 3.0: Himanta Biswa Sarma Eyes 19-Member Cabinet for New Term

SonaliAssam

Following a resounding victory in the 2026 Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is preparing for a historic third consecutive term in Assam. Caretaker Chief Minister and CM-elect Himanta Biswa Sarma has indicated that the new state cabinet is expected to consist of 18 to 19 ministers. This announcement comes as the state gears up for the grand swearing-in ceremony scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, at the Veterinary College Field in Khanapara, Guwahati. Sarma, who led the alliance to a commanding 102-seat victory in the 126-member house, remains the primary architect of the new administration.…

11 May

\Himanta Oath-Taking Ceremony: Elaborate Security Arrangements Made Ahead Of Pm’s Visit To Guwahati

Paromita EditorGuwahati

Security and traffic arrangements have been geared up ahead of the Prime Minister’s visit to Guwahati for attending the of the swearing-in ceremony of Himanta Biswa Sarma, who will take oath as the Chief Minister of Assam on Tuesday.Sarma will be the first non-Congress Chief Minister to be sworn in for the top post for two consecutive terms in a row in Assam.Unconfirmed sources indicate that two MLAs will also take oath as ministers in the oath-taking ceremony even as the final list of members to take oath would be finalised by Monday evening.Bamboo barricades and security checkpoints have been…

11 May

Tata Consumer crosses Rs 20,000 crore revenue mark in FY26; Q4 profit jumps 22%

Business BureauBusiness

Tata Consumer Products has announced strong financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026, driven by broad-based volume-led growth across beverages, foods and international businesses. The company reported an 18 per cent year-on-year rise in consolidated revenue from operations to Rs 5,434 crore in the January-March quarter, while annual revenue increased 15 per cent to Rs 20,290 crore, crossing the Rs 20,000 crore milestone for the first time. Consolidated EBITDA rose 27 per cent to Rs 796 crore in Q4, while annual EBITDA stood at Rs 2,815 crore, up 12 per cent. Group net profit increased 22…

11 May

Amazon Summer Sale: Flagship price dropped to lesser Samsung cuts price of Galaxy S25 Ultra by Rs 35,000

anuprova EditorTechnology

If you’re a tech enthusiast looking for a premium upgrade, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is seeing a massive discount during the Amazon Great Summer Sale 2026. The 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant was originally launched at ₹1,29,999, but is now available at a jaw-dropping deal price of ₹94,999, one of the biggest discounts since its launch. The “all-time-low” pricing is a mix of a straight-up flat discount and other promotional offers to help clear inventory after the recent launch of the Galaxy S26 series. This deal makes the S25 Ultra still a powerhouse with its Snapdragon 8 Elite…

11 May

Medanta warns of rising digestive disorders, calls for early screening in Assam

Business BureauBusiness

Gurugram-based Medanta has raised concern over the growing burden of digestive health issues in Assam and urged people to adopt healthier lifestyles, improve sanitation, and seek timely medical screening to prevent serious gastrointestinal diseases. The hospital group, ranked India’s best hospital by Newsweek in 2026, said the gastrointestinal system plays a key role in immunity and overall wellbeing, with experts often referring to it as the body’s “second brain”. According to the hospital, rising urbanisation and changing food habits have led to increased consumption of ultra-processed foods, refined sugars, and unhealthy fats, contributing to digestive disorders and gut imbalance. Dr.…

11 May

Police intensify security at Inter State Bus Terminus after counterfeit currency recovery

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Police seized fake currency notes worth around Rs 2.45 lakh during an operation at the Inter State Bus Terminus (ISBT) in Guwahati and detained a youth from Arunachal Pradesh in connection with the case, officials said on Sunday. The operation was conducted on May 10 under the supervision of ACP Nilotpal Saikia of Azara subdivision after police received inputs regarding the movement of counterfeit currency in the area. According to police sources, the accused has been identified as Geyon Tayeng, a resident of Arunachal Pradesh. He was intercepted by the police team during the operation at ISBT Guwahati. During checking…

11 May

NDA leaders, Union ministers likely to attend Assam CM oath-taking event in Guwahati

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Senior BJP leader Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma will take oath as the Chief Minister of Assam on May 12 after receiving formal approval from Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, according to an official notification issued by the Raj Bhavan.The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled to be held at 11:40 am on Tuesday at the Veterinary College Field in Khanapara in Guwahati. Preparations for the event have already begun, with security arrangements and stage construction work underway at the venue.The official notification stated that the Governor appointed Himanta Biswa Sarma as the Chief Minister under clause (1) of Article 164 of the Constitution…

11 May

Emergency Evacuation at Kathmandu Airport as Istanbul Flight Catches Fire on Touchdown

nanika EditorNepal

Operations at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu are back to normal following a tense morning. Flight services were suspended for approximately 90 minutes today after a Turkish Airlines aircraft caught fire shortly after landing. While the incident caused significant disruption, authorities have confirmed that all passengers and crew members are safe. The emergency unfolded at approximately 6:45 am on Monday when Turkish Airlines flight TK726, arriving from Istanbul, touched down on the runway. Witnesses reported seeing flames and thick smoke emanating from the aircraft’s right-side landing gear. The Airbus A330, carrying 273 passengers and 11 crew members, was brought…