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08 Dec

Manasi Joshi sets sights on World Championship Gold as intense 2026 season nears

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Para-badminton star Manasi Joshi is preparing for one of the busiest competitive cycles of her career, with her eyes firmly set on winning gold at the upcoming World Championships. Speaking at the Godrej Industries Assistive Tech Conference, she said reclaiming the title she won in 2019 remains her top priority as she heads into a demanding 2026 season. Joshi, who has received her official selection letter, confirmed that she has qualified in singles, doubles and mixed doubles; a feat she described as a matter of pride. Her recent performances include medals from tournaments in Japan, Australia and Indonesia. She acknowledged…

08 Dec

Three-Day Storm: Dhurandhar Emerges as Ranveer Singh’s Fastest Global Grosser

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Dhurandhar, the spy drama featuring Ranveer Singh, has demonstrated significant box office success during its opening weekend. It achieved its highest single-day gross on Sunday, marking a 30% increase from Saturday and an impressive 55% jump compared to its opening day earnings. The film has garnered substantial appreciation from audiences. Dhurandhar generated a net income of ₹43 crore in India on Sunday, marking its most successful day to date. Internationally, the film garnered approximately $1.2 million, contributing to its strong overseas performance. By Sunday night, the domestic earnings reached ₹103 crore net (₹123.50 crore gross), successfully surpassing the ₹100 crore…

08 Dec

After Post Malone Show, Assam Sets Sights on Hosting Shakira Concert

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

With American singer-rapper Post Malone set to perform in Guwahati, Assam is planning to host a concert featuring renowned singer-songwriter Shakira in the near future. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that this event marks a significant moment for Guwahati, placing it on the global entertainment stage. Although the state had an opportunity to host Shakira in February next year, logistical and financial constraints led to the decision to postpone. The government is currently supporting the concert's organizer, BookMyShow, with logistics and security as part of a concert economy initiative. Approximately 20,000 tickets have been sold for Malone's first solo…

08 Dec

Post Melone to perform in Guwahati today; Assam CM welcomes artist

Mohini BarmanAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday spoke to the media ahead of international star Post Malone’s live concert in Guwahati, calling the event a “rare occasion” for the state. “This is in fact a rare occasion for our state. Post Malone is an artist whose influence spans the entire globe. He is ranked among the top musicians worldwide. Two days ago, I watched his show in Abu Dhabi — it was electrifying, the kind of crowd present was overwhelming,” the Chief Minister said. “For the first time, Assam is going to witness the performance of a global artist.…

08 Dec

Renault launches ‘Discovery Days’ nationwide; Guwahati customers invited to explore new Triber & Kiger

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Renault India has announced the nationwide rollout of its flagship customer engagement campaign, ‘Discovery Days’, inviting buyers to experience the new Triber and new Kiger across all dealerships in India. The 13-day initiative will run from December 10 to December 22, 2025, offering immersive showroom activities and exclusive benefits. Designed as a festive, interactive experience, Discovery Days will transform Renault dealerships into carnival-like spaces where visitors can enjoy themed games, demonstrations, and personalised interactions with Renault’s product specialists. Car buyers will also have access to a range of lucrative offers, including 0% interest financing, a 50% waiver on processing fees,…

08 Dec

Maruti Suzuki expands EV charging network, boost northeast connectivity through Siliguri corridor

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Maruti Suzuki has announced a major step toward building a unified EV charging ecosystem in India by signing collaboration agreements with 13 leading Charge Point Operators (CPOs). The new platform will allow EV owners to access home and public charging, discover charging locations and make seamless digital payments — all through a single application. The gateway city to the Northeast, the initiative is expected to significantly strengthen long-distance EV travel. With rising EV adoption among urban commuters and inter-state travellers moving through the Siliguri Corridor, the availability of new fast-charging points will improve reliability along national highways leading to Assam,…

08 Dec

Isuzu Motors India announces nationwide ‘ISUZU I-Care Winter Camp’ for its range of ISUZU D-MAX Pick-ups and SUVs

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In a constant endeavour to reaffirm ISUZU’s commitment to provide best service and ownership experience, Isuzu Motors India has conducted a nation-wide ‘ISUZU I-Care Winter Camp’ for its range of ISUZU D-MAX Pick-ups and SUVs. This service camp is aimed at offering customers exciting benefits and preventive maintenance checks for a hassle-free driving experience during the season across the country. An initiative of ‘ISUZU Care’, the Winter camp will be organised across all ISUZU authorised dealer service outlets, between 08th - 13th December 2025 (both days inclusive). During this period, customers can also avail special offers & benefits for their…

08 Dec

Roumari Lake Teems With Migratory Birds as Winter Breathes New Life Into Wetland

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Roumari Lake in Jogighopa area of Bongaigaon district has again started attracting a large number of migratory birds with the arrival of the winter season. The wetland, also known locally as Roumari Beel, is located near Malegarh village and covers almost 70 hectares of land. People in the area say that the beel has now turned into a lively place as different bird species have started gathering here over the past several weeks. Local residents who regularly observe the wetland say that nearly 29 bird species can be seen around the lake throughout the year. With the cooler weather, several…

08 Dec

IndiGo mass cancellations continue for 7th day

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IndiGo’s operational crisis continued for a seventh straight day on December 8, with the airline cancelling more than 250 flights across major airports. According to reports, 251 flights were grounded at Delhi and Bengaluru alone. Delhi airport saw 134 cancellations — 75 departures and 59 arrivals — while Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport recorded 127 cancellations, affecting 65 arrivals and 62 departures. Additional disruptions were reported nationwide: five flights were cancelled in Thiruvananthapuram, eighteen in Ahmedabad, and seventy-seven in Hyderabad. Jaipur airport also faced multiple IndiGo cancellations, though authorities said passenger movement remained calm. However, travellers were left waiting for updates…

08 Dec

Kolkata students join India’s AI wave as Solve for Tomorrow 2025 spotlights social impact innovation

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AI-driven problem-solving is becoming central to India’s youth innovation journey, and this year’s Samsung Solve for Tomorrow (SFT) 2025, held in collaboration with IIT Delhi, showcased how students nationwide are using artificial intelligence to build safer and more inclusive communities. The theme for this year, “AI for a Safer, Smarter and Inclusive Bharat,” attracted thousands of young innovators designing real-world, socially impactful solutions. Student teams presented ideas ranging from AI-based surveillance systems and women’s safety applications to smart meters and wearable navigation tools for the visually impaired. Teams such as Chakravyuh, Error 404, Passionate Problem Solver, Sicario, and Percevia stood…