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25 Feb

10 health benefits of curry leaves you should know

Banasree SarkarHealth

Curry leaves, sometimes referred to as sweet neem leaves or kadi patta, are fragrant leaves that are frequently used in Indian cooking to enhance the flavor and aroma of a variety of meals. They originate from the curry tree (Murraya koenigii), which is indigenous to Sri Lanka and India. These leaves are frequently used in South Indian cooking, particularly in curries, chutneys, rice dishes, and soups. They have a strongly lemony and slightly bitter flavor. To unleash their flavor and aroma and improve the dish's taste, they are put into hot oil at the start of cooking. Curry leaves are…

25 Feb

New Book on Dr Bhupen Hazarika Launched by Royal Global University at Special Tribute Event

riya EditorNorth East

The Dr Bhupen Hazarika Centre for Creativity at The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) celebrated the life and legacy of Dr. Bhupen Hazarika by launching the book “BHUPEN HAZARIKA: Twenty Songs and Seven Portraits” as part of the centenary commemorations for the legendary artist. The launch event included a panel discussion and the screening of “Bhupen Da Uncut,” a 65-minute biographical documentary showcasing rare footage of Dr. Hazarika from the UK in 1999. The book, edited by Sattyakee D’com Bhuyan, features English translations of 20 iconic songs by Arkupal Ra Acharya, and it comprises seven essays written by distinguished regional…

25 Feb

Eight Decades After Independence, Village in Assam’s BTR Says: ‘No Electricity, No Vote’

riya EditorAssam

Nearly eight decades post-Independence, Garumarachor village, situated on the Assam–West Bengal border in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), remains without electricity. This ongoing deprivation has provoked residents to protest vocally, chanting "No Electricity, No Vote," in anticipation of the upcoming elections. Garumarachor lies under the No. 3 Council Constituency of Kokrajhar district, yet despite the government's assertions about achieving universal electrification, it remains off grid without a consistent power supply since 1947, contradicting the official narrative that claims all villages in India have been electrified. In recent demonstrations, villagers expressed their frustrations by taking to the streets with placards, united…

25 Feb

Veeam Software hosts cyber resilience & AI Summit in Guwahati, signs university pacts

Business BureauBusiness

Veeam Software convened government officials, academia and industry leaders at the Bharat Cyber Suraksha – North-East Cyber Resilience & AI Transformation Summit in Guwahati, aiming to strengthen cyber resilience and AI readiness across the region. At the event, the company released the “Bharat Cyber Suraksha – North-East Cyber Resilience & Digital Readiness Report 2025,” developed with the Northeast India Public Policy Forum. The report outlines measures to protect citizen data, enhance cloud infrastructure, and comply with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act and CERT-In norms. The company cited Ministry of Home Affairs data showing over 47,000 cyber incidents reported across…

25 Feb

JSW Group, Assam govt begin work on world-class heritage museum in Guwahati

Business BureauBusiness

JSW Group and the Government of Assam on February 22 formally began construction of a state-of-the-art heritage museum in Guwahati, marking a major cultural initiative for the state. The foundation stone was laid by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and JSW Group Chairman Sajjan Jindal at the project site in Khanapara. The event was attended by Savitri Jindal, Sangita Jindal, Cultural Affairs Minister Bimal Borah and museum curator Richard Blurton, former Head of South and Southeast Asia at the British Museum. The museum is being developed at the Sericulture Farm, Khanapara, on a 45,000-square-foot plot allotted by the state government.…

25 Feb

Rural Students Get Firsthand Exposure to Armed Forces Life in Gangtok

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

In an effort to encourage young people to consider careers in the Armed Forces, the Chairman of the Students’ Welfare Board (SWB), Mr Sonam Chopel Sherpa, led an educational tour for 60 students from remote and rural schools across Sikkim. The exposure visit covered several Indian Army establishments in and around Gangtok. The students were accompanied by six teachers and members of the Students’ Welfare Board. Ten students from each of the State’s six districts took part in the programme. The main aim of the visit was to give students a clear and practical understanding of life in the Armed…

25 Feb

Joint Operation by Police, GREF and Tourism Dept Ensures Safe Evacuation in Gangtok

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Around 322 tourist vehicles were safely brought back after sudden snowfall left them stranded along the Jawaharlal Nehru Road in East Sikkim. The vehicles were stuck between 15th Mile and 13th Mile, near the Thula Khola area, under the jurisdiction of the Sherathang Check Post and Police Station. The snowfall was sudden and heavy enough to make the road slippery. Many vehicles could not move ahead or return, leaving hundreds of tourists stranded on the high-altitude stretch. Officials said that as soon as information reached the authorities, a joint rescue operation was launched without delay. The operation involved personnel of…

25 Feb

Royal Stag BoomBox launches fourth edition in Kolkata, announces multi-city tour across India

Business BureauBusiness

Seagram’s Royal Stag announced the successful launch of the fourth edition of Royal Stag BoomBox – The Original Sound of Generation Large – with a grand opening at Aquatica Ground, Kolkata on February 21. The platform, built around the brand’s philosophy of ‘Living It Large’, brings together Bollywood melodies and hip-hop beats alongside immersive art, culture and gaming experiences. The Kolkata edition witnessed strong participation, with thousands attending the high-energy evening. The venue was transformed into a multi-sensory arena featuring vibrant installations, curated food experiences and interactive gaming zones. The event commenced with a live gaming face-off led by Payal…

25 Feb

Tezpur University Clinches Third Place in Literary Category at Inter-University Youth Fest

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Tezpur University has secured the third position in the literary category at the Inter-University Youth Festival, earning the title of 2nd Runners-Up in Literary Events. With this performance, the university has also qualified for the 39th AIU National Youth Festival. The achievement reflects the steady focus of the university on literary and cultural development among students. Participants from different departments took part in several competitions and brought multiple awards to the institution. Rahul Rohan Paul, a postgraduate student of Mass Communication and Journalism, delivered a strong performance in the literary events. He won the second position and a silver medal…

25 Feb

Launch of Direct Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Train Put on Hold

anuprova EditorIndia

In a sudden reversal of plans, the Railway Board has suspended the highly anticipated extension of the Vande Bharat Express service between Jammu and Srinagar, which was originally slated to begin on March 1, 2026. The decision came on the night of February 24, just hours after Northern Railway had officially announced the new schedule and capacity upgrades. While the local railway division had already shared details regarding a shift from 8-car to 20-car rakes to accommodate over 1,400 daily passengers, the central board intervened to put the notification "on hold until further advice." Senior officials cited "unavoidable circumstances" for…