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17 Feb

BJP National President Nitin Nabin To Visit Assam On Feb 18-19

Paromita EditorAssam

BJP national president Nitin Nabin will undertake a two-day organisational visit to Dibrugarh in Upper Assam from Wednesday.Addressing a media conference at the party’s state headquarters on Tuesday, BJP state spokesperson Kalyan Gogoi informed that Nabin would land at Mohanbari Airport in Dibrugarh on Wednesday afternoon.“The BJP national president will be accorded a grand and traditional welcome by nearly two thousand dedicated karyakartas and cultural performers. Upon reaching Khanikar Chariali, he will be ceremonially received by 15 cultural troupes showcasing Assam’s vibrant heritage,” Gogoi said.Thereafter, Nabin will be escorted in an open vehicle to the Mancotta Playground to participate in…

17 Feb

Historic Skull Base Surgery Marks New Era in Sikkim’s Government Healthcare

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

In a major medical milestone for Sikkim, Namchi District Hospital has successfully performed the state’s first-ever endoscopic skull base surgery, marking an important step forward in the availability of advanced medical care within the region. The successful procedure demonstrates the growing capability of government hospitals in Sikkim to handle complex and specialized surgeries locally, reducing the need for patients to travel outside the state for treatment. The surgery was carried out on a patient diagnosed with Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) rhinorrhea, a serious medical condition in which cerebrospinal fluid leaks from the skull through the nose. Doctors explained that the condition…

17 Feb

Minister Urges Confidence and Calm as Sikkim Board Examinations Commence

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

As thousands of students across Sikkim begin their board examinations, the State’s Minister for Education, Sports & Youth Affairs and Law & Parliamentary Affairs, Raju Basnet, has conveyed his warm wishes and encouragement to all candidates appearing for the important tests this year. In a message issued on Tuesday, the Minister called upon students to face the examinations with confidence, calmness, and a positive attitude, reminding them that steady preparation and self-belief are the keys to success. Basnet said that board examinations are an important stage in every student’s academic life, but they should not be seen as a reason…

17 Feb

Tea Tribes to Get Job Quotas: Assam Cabinet Nod Before Elections

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

On Tuesday, the Assam Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, approved a notable increase in reservation for the tea tribe community, a significant voter demographic, ahead of the forthcoming Assembly elections. The Cabinet agreed to allocate 3 percent reservation for the tea tribes and Adivasi community in Class I and Class II State Government positions, augmenting the existing provisions for Class III and Class IV roles. This decision is interpreted as a strategic move by the BJP-led government to attract the votes of these communities. Additionally, the Cabinet authorized the Public Works Department (PWD) to initiate the construction…

17 Feb

Croma launches summer sale with up to 71% discounts on ACs and premium TVs

Business BureauBusiness

Tata Group’s omni-channel electronics retailer Croma has announced its Summer Sale 2026, offering discounts of up to 71% on air conditioners, large televisions, and seasonal electronics across stores nationwide until February 28. The sale includes exchange benefits, cashback offers, easy EMI options, and up to 10% additional discount for HDFC Tata Neu credit card users, subject to applicable terms. Cooling appliances dominate the campaign, with several inverter AC models available at reduced prices. The Lloyd Inverter AC (1.25T) starts at ₹26,990, while the LG Inverter AC (1.0T) is priced from ₹30,490 with additional cashback benefits. Croma’s own 1.5T inverter split…

17 Feb

Turkish Airlines unveils 500th aircraft ‘TK Family’, marks new expansion era

Business BureauBusiness

Turkish Airlines unveiled its 500th aircraft, named “TK Family,” at a special ceremony at Istanbul Airport, marking a major milestone in the airline’s journey since its founding in 1933 with just five aircraft. The milestone aircraft features a unique livery designed with photographs of the airline’s 100,000 employees and retirees, symbolising unity and collective achievement. The unveiling ceremony saw participation from Turkish Airlines executives, employees, retirees, aviation industry representatives, and the children of martyrs representing all 81 provinces of Türkiye. The aircraft also performed a ceremonial flight under flight number TK500, tracing the number “500” in the sky to celebrate…

17 Feb

Poll Preparedness Under Focus as Election Commission of India Team Holds Talks with Recognised Parties in Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Majority of the recognized national and state political parties in Assam have requested the Election Commission of India (ECI) to conduct the upcoming state Assembly elections in either a single phase or a maximum of two phases. This appeal was made during a review meeting held by a visiting ECI delegation led by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in Guwahati. Participating national parties included the Aam Aadmi Party, Bharatiya Janata Party, Communist Party of India (Marxist), and Indian National Congress, alongside state parties such as the All-India United Democratic Front, Asom Gana Parishad, Bodoland People's Front, and the United People's…

17 Feb

Akhil Gogoi Demands Probe into APSC Result Fiasco

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

Raijor Dal president Akhil Gogoi has called for an impartial investigation into the abrupt cancellation of the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2024 results by the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC), which was announced only to be retracted shortly thereafter. Gogoi accused the APSC of corruption, suggesting that the results were annulled because candidates favored by the Assam Chief Minister were excluded. This incident has heightened concerns regarding the integrity of the APSC, especially given its history of irregularities, including previous arrests of leadership due to misconduct. The APSC attributed the cancellation to an "inadvertent error," indicating that a revised select…

17 Feb

Agniveer Drive Begins: Indian Army Calls for Applications from Lower and Western Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Indian Army has announced an online recruitment process for unmarried male candidates to enlist as Agniveers under the Agnipath Scheme for 2027. Applications are open exclusively for individuals from specific districts in lower and western Assam, including Barpeta, Kokrajhar, and Dhubri, among others, and must be submitted by April 1, 2026. The selection recruitment process will unfold in two phases: Phase I will involve an Online Computer-Based Common Entrance Examination (CEE) held at designated venues within the state. Successful candidates from the online exam will progress to Phase II, which consists of a Recruitment Rally. Candidates interested in applying…

17 Feb

Simalu Festival Soars: Assam’s First-Ever Full Trail Run Sparks National Interest

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

On February 14-15, 2026, the third Simalu Festival took place in the picturesque setting of the Brahmaputra floodplain, organized by Laokhowa and Burhachapori Wildlife Sanctuaries under the esteemed Kaziranga Tiger Reserve. This vibrant event coincided with the striking bloom of simalu flowers (Bombax ceiba), transforming the landscape into a stunning display of crimson hues. Initially a local celebration of nature, the festival has evolved into a national symbol of responsible tourism, attracting adventure enthusiasts nationwide to engage with the natural world in a whisper-soft manner. A notable feature of this year's festival was Assam's inaugural "Wild Trails" 32-kilometer trail run,…