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17 Sep

Governor confers degrees at assam don bosco university convocation; calls upon graduates to turn knowledge into purpose

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Wednesday called upon graduating students of Assam Don Bosco University to use their education not merely as a means of personal advancement, but as an instrument to create positive change in society and contribute to the nation’s development.Addressing the 15th Convocation Ceremony of Assam Don Bosco University, the Governor congratulated the graduating students and acknowledged the contribution of their parents, families and teachers in supporting them throughout their academic journey.Terming the convocation as both a celebration of achievement and the beginning of a new phase of life, the Governor said that a degree is…

17 Sep

Juvenile Royal Bengal Tiger Rescued Near Kaziranga, Reunion With Mother to Be Attempted

Paromita EditorAssam

A juvenile Royal Bengal Tiger was successfully rescued from Notungaon near Biswanath Ghat, on the fringe of the 6th Addition of Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNP&TR), following a day-long operation by the Forest Department. The tiger cub was first spotted in bushes within the village area during the morning, prompting an immediate response from forest officials. In coordination with the civil administration and police, the area was secured and cordoned off to ensure the safety of both local residents and the animal. Suspecting that the young tiger may have become separated from its mother, officials initially decided against…

17 Sep

India’s ODI Squad vs West Indies Features Aquib Nabi and Mohd Siraj, While Pant and Hardik Miss Out

sunny EditorSports

Ahead of the three-match ODI series and subsequent five-match T20I assignment against the Caribbean side starting September 27, the Board of Control for Cricket in India has revealed the 15-member national squad, confirming the return of veteran former captain Rohit Sharma despite recent retirement rumors that circulated during the previous England tour, while leadership responsibilities have been handed to Shubman Gill as captain and KL Rahul as vice-captain, with key players like Shreyas Iyer missing out due to his upcoming Asian Games 2026 duties and stars like Rishabh Pant and Hardik Pandya being sidelined due to tactical omissions and injury…

17 Sep

Swiggy Dineout turns GIRF into The Great Indian Ravi Festival with discounts up to 50%

Business BureauBusiness

Swiggy Dineout has rebranded its flagship Great Indian Restaurant Festival (GIRF) as The Great Indian Ravi Festival, featuring actor and BJP MP Ravi Kishan as the face of this year’s campaign. The festival, themed “Discount Followsss My Brothaaaar”, is being held from September 14 to October 24, offering discounts of up to 50% at more than 57,000 restaurants across 84-plus cities in India. The campaign also offers an additional 10% instant discount for HDFC Bank cardholders and 10% back as DineCash on every booking made through Dineout. Participating outlets include cafes, pubs, bars, luxury dining establishments and family restaurants, with…

17 Sep

Akhil Gogoi Launches Day-Long Hunger Strike Over Flood Relief and Rehabilitation in Upper Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Raijor Dal president and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi began a day-long hunger strike in Guwahati on Thursday, September 17, demanding enhanced financial assistance and compensation for families affected by the recent floods in Upper Assam. Gogoi is staging the protest in Dispur from 8 am to 4 pm. The agitation is part of Raijor Dal’s continuing campaign seeking higher compensation, rehabilitation and greater government assistance for people who suffered losses during the floods. The Raijor Dal leader has demanded immediate financial assistance of Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 for every flood-affected family. He has also sought compensation of Rs 10…

17 Sep

Bagdogra to Enhance Passenger Amenities Under ‘Yatri Seva Abhiyaan’

nanika EditorSiliguri

Bagdogra Airport is set to improve passenger amenities and service standards as the Airports Authority of India (AAI) launches the month-long “Yatri Seva Abhiyaan” from September 17 to October 10. The passenger-centric initiative, also being observed at airports across the country, will focus on cleanliness, passenger assistance and overall convenience, covering areas from the terminal building to the parking zone. AAI officials said the objective is to provide travellers with a smoother experience and maintain improved service standards throughout the year. Bagdogra has witnessed significant growth in passenger and flight traffic, with passenger numbers rising 12.5 per cent to 3.6…

17 Sep

Best Agrolife launches MIDCOTIN™ at Arambagh retailers’ training programme

Business BureauBusiness

Best Agrolife Ltd. conducted a retailers’ training programme at Arambagh in the Tarkeshwar Territory, SB-1, West Bengal, bringing together 60 agri-input retailers for technical learning, product training and market engagement. A key highlight of the programme was the launch of MIDCOTIN™, the company’s latest solution for the paddy segment. The training focused on strengthening retailers’ technical expertise, product positioning and understanding of modern crop protection and agronomic practices. The Best Agrolife team shared product details, features and positioning strategies for MIDCOTIN™, highlighting its intended role in addressing challenges faced by paddy growers and supporting crop performance and farm productivity. In…

16 Sep

Authorities Pledge Continued Enforcement to Safeguard Assam’s Security

Preeti SinghAssam

Assam authorities detained 12 suspected illegal infiltrators from different parts of the state during a coordinated overnight operation and initiated necessary legal proceedings against them.The operation is part of the state's ongoing drive against illegal infiltration. Officials said the campaign would continue with heightened vigilance and active enforcement measures across Assam.Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reiterated its commitment to strengthening border security and curbing illegal entry into the state. Authorities also conveyed a strong message that those attempting to enter Assam through illegal routes would face strict action under the law.Officials maintained that the crackdown would continue in the coming…

16 Sep

“Only Saw It on Social Media”: Sangma Denies Knowledge of UDP Defection Reports

Preeti SinghMeghalaya

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has dismissed speculation surrounding a reported move by legislators of the United Democratic Party (UDP) to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), saying he has not received any reliable information on the matter. Speaking to reporters on September 16, Sangma said he had only come across such reports through social media reels, messages and online posts. According to him, no credible source had provided any concrete information suggesting that UDP legislators were planning to switch allegiance. The clarification comes amid reports that eight UDP MLAs could join the BJP and seek additional ministerial positions…

16 Sep

AIIMS Guwahati successfully discharges first two open-heart surgery patients; marks commencement of regular cardiac surgery services

Paromita EditorAssam

AIIMS Guwahati has achieved a significant milestone with the successful discharge of its first two patients who underwent open-heart surgery at the institute on September 8, 2026, marking the commencement of cardiac surgery services at AIIMS Guwahati.The two patients, a 7-year-old child and a 47-year-old woman, both from Assam, underwent successful open-heart procedures for congenital heart defects. The surgeries were performed using a heart-lung machine (cardiopulmonary bypass), which temporarily takes over the functions of the heart and lungs during surgery, allowing the cardiac defects to be repaired safely.Following surgery, both patients made a smooth, speedy and uneventful recovery and have now been…