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18 Apr

WhatsApp Business Rolls Out Advanced Filtering to Curb Spam Overload

anuprova EditorTechnology

Meta has officially rolled out an enhanced filtering system for WhatsApp Business, aimed at providing relief to entrepreneurs and customer support teams frequently overwhelmed by unsolicited messages. This update introduces sophisticated sorting capabilities, allowing business owners to isolate critical customer inquiries from automated marketing noise and potential spam. By leveraging new tab-based categorization, users can now instantly filter their inboxes by "Unread," "Groups," or custom labels, effectively decluttering their workspace in seconds. For small business owners who rely on WhatsApp as a primary communication channel, this update addresses a long-standing pain point. Previously, high-volume accounts often struggled to distinguish genuine…

18 Apr

Trauma care in focus: Experts flag rising road accidents, fragility fractures in India

Business BureauBusiness

With trauma emerging as a leading cause of death and disability in India, healthcare experts have called for a comprehensive approach combining prevention, early intervention, and advanced treatment to address the growing burden. At a press conference titled “Rebuilding Lives: Advancing Trauma Care in India,” clinicians and industry representatives highlighted the dual challenge of road traffic accidents and osteoporosis-related fragility fractures, which together account for a significant share of trauma cases nationwide. India continues to record a high number of road accidents, particularly affecting the young and economically productive population, often resulting in complex injuries such as long bone fractures…

18 Apr

Tragedy in Merapani as Two Children Die by Drowning in Pond

riya EditorAssam

Two children drowned in a pond in the Merapani area of Assam’s Golaghat district on Friday. The incident took place in the 2 No. Tarani locality when the children were reportedly playing near the pond. The deceased have been identified as Bidyanjyoti Chutia (6) and Nomom Gogoi (5). According to sources, Nomom Gogoi had come to visit his grandfather’s house from Kachamari along with his mother. At the time of the incident, family members were busy with other work, while the two children were playing nearby. It is suspected that they accidentally slipped into the pond. When the children were not found for some time, family…

17 Apr

LPG and Petroleum Supply in Assam Stable and Adequate: Nitin Bhatnagar

Paromita EditorAssam

The supply of domestic LPG cylinders and petroleum products in Assam remains stable and normal, with adequate stock available across the state, said Nitin Bhatnagar, Executive Director and State Head of Indian Oil’s AOD State Office. Addressing a press conference organised with Press Information Bureau (PIB) Guwahati, Bhatnagar stated that petrol, diesel, and LPG supplies are under control, supported by strong infrastructure, continuous monitoring, and coordination with the state government. Assam currently has 1,737 retail outlets, including 1,461 operated by oil marketing companies (OMCs) and 276 by private firms, backed by nine supply depots. Daily supply stands at around 2,935…

17 Apr

Narayana Schools, West Bengal sets a Landmark Performance in CBSE Class X Board Results 2026

Business BureauBusiness

Narayana Schools, West Bengal, has once again set a remarkable benchmark in academic excellence with its phenomenal performance in the CBSE Class X Board Examinations 2026. Leading this remarkable achievement are the Narayana schools state toppers: Naitik Dangi – 498/500 Mohip Bose – 498/500 Baijayanti Banerjee – 498/500 Speaking on this exceptional achievement, Priyanka Mukherjee, CEO, Narayana Group of Schools, West Bengal, said, “We are immensely proud of our students for their outstanding performance. These results are a reflection of their relentless effort, the unwavering support of parents, and the dedication of our educators. At Narayana, we believe in nurturing…

17 Apr

Tea Bodies Urge Narendra Modi to Allow Flexible Sale Options for Producers

Paromita EditorAssam

Four Assam-based tea organisations have urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to allow tea producers the freedom to choose how they sell their produce, instead of being mandatorily required to sell through public auction centres. The organisations—Assam Bought Leaf Tea Manufacturers’ Association (ABLTMA), North Eastern Tea Association (NETA), Bharatiya Cha Parishad (BCP), and North Bengal Tea Producers’ Welfare Association (NBTPWA)—stated that the cost of selling tea through auction centres often exceeds the net profit margins of producers, making the business increasingly unviable. In a joint representation submitted on April 16, the organisations called for amendments to government orders issued in February…

17 Apr

Violence Erupts in Chirang as Police Open Fire After Protest Turns Violent

Paromita EditorAssam

Police opened fire to control a violent protest at the Runikhata Forest Range Office along the India–Bhutan border in Assam’s Chirang district after clashes between demonstrators and security personnel escalated sharply. According to officials, the situation spiralled out of control when protesters allegedly attacked police and forest personnel and resorted to heavy stone pelting. Security forces first used a baton charge and tear gas to disperse the crowd before opening fire, triggering panic in the area. Tension continues to prevail despite reinforcement of additional police personnel. The unrest began on Thursday night after forest officials detained 25 individuals from the…

17 Apr

AI, content creation emerge as top roles for fresh graduates: LinkedIn report

Business BureauBusiness

Artificial Intelligence specialists, Generative AI engineers, and digital content creators are among the fastest-growing roles for fresh graduates in India, according to LinkedIn’s latest Grads’ Guide 2026. The report highlights a shifting job landscape where opportunities are expanding beyond traditional technology roles into business and people-centric sectors. The data shows strong demand across functions such as Human Resources, Consulting, Information Technology, Marketing, and Project Management. Among industries, Utilities, Education, Government Administration, Transportation and Logistics, and Energy Technology are emerging as key growth drivers for early career professionals. LinkedIn Career Expert Nirajita Banerjee said young professionals must stay open to unconventional…

17 Apr

Assam CM Urges Pawan Khera to Surrender Following SC Relief Denial

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on April 17 said Congress leader Pawan Khera should surrender before the law and appear in Guwahati after the Supreme Court of India declined to extend his transit anticipatory bail. Speaking in Uttar Dinajpur, Sarma said Khera should follow due legal process and present himself before the appropriate court in Assam. “He should come to Guwahati and surrender there,” he said. Earlier in the day, the Supreme Court rejected Khera’s plea seeking an extension of transit anticipatory bail, which had earlier been granted by the Telangana High Court. The plea sought additional time to…

17 Apr

Tata Motors rolls out 10 lakh CVs from Lucknow plant, flags green mobility push

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Tata Motors Ltd. on Tuesday achieved a major milestone with the rollout of its 10th lakh commercial vehicle from its Lucknow facility, marking over 35 years of operations in Uttar Pradesh. The milestone vehicle, a zero-emission electric bus, signals the company’s push towards cleaner mobility, aligned with India’s net-zero ambitions. The vehicle was flagged off by Yogi Adityanath along with N. Chandrasekaran, in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak and Tata Motors MD & CEO Girish Wagh. Adityanath said the achievement reflects Uttar Pradesh’s industrial potential and its vision of becoming a $1 trillion economy. Established in 1992,…