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02 Dec

At WorldSkills Asia Competition 2025, India finishes strong, secures 8th rank in its first-ever participation

Purbalee DuttaNorth East

India achieved a major milestone on the global skills map by securing the 8th position in its first-ever appearance at the WorldSkills Asia Competition (WSAC) 2025 held in Chinese Taipei. Competing against 28 other nations, the Indian contingent demonstrated strong discipline and innovation across 21 skill categories. Led by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), the team included 23 competitors and 21 experts, backed by NSDC and technical partners. India bagged one Silver, two Bronze medals and three Medallions for Excellence. Muskan won Silver in Painting & Decorating, while Komal Panda earned Bronze in Industrial Design Technology. In…

02 Dec

IIT-Guwahati Alumna Wins Prestigious 2025 Quad Fellowship

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

Souraja Kundu, an alumna of the Indian Institute of Technology-Guwahati (IIT-G), has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Quad Fellowship. The Fellowship aims to foster cross-national collaboration, interdisciplinary innovation, and leadership development. A graduate from the Batch of 2021–25, Souraja had received her B. Tech. degree in Electronics and Electrical Engineering during the 27th Convocation of IIT Guwahati. She is also a recipient of the Governor of Assam Gold Medal. Considered as one of the world’s most competitive international fellowships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), it will enable Souraja to pursue her Ph.D. in Machine Learning at Carnegie Mellon…

02 Dec

Mia by Tanishq strengthens Northeast outreach through Hornbill Festival partnership

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Mia by Tanishq, India’s leading contemporary fine jewellery brand, has come on board as the Official Style Partner for the Hornbill Festival 2025—one of the country’s most cherished celebrations of cultural heritage, artistry, community, and creative expression. Through this partnership, Mia brings its “Precious, every day” philosophy to a festival that beautifully mirrors the very values the brand stands for: individuality, confidence, craftsmanship, and the power of personal stories. Ms. Shyamala Ramanan, Business Head – Mia by Tanishq, shared the main dais with the Chief Minister of Nagaland, Ambassadors and Ministers at the inauguration and addressed audiences reinforcing Mia’s leadership…

02 Dec

Border Fencing Work Gains Momentum, Target Set for Completion by 2026

Sonakshi SarkarMeghalaya

After a lengthy period of interruptions lasting nearly two decades, fencing along the Indo-Bangladesh border in Meghalaya is now progressing significantly. The Border Security Force (BSF) is optimistic that the entire 443-km stretch will be completed by the end of 2026, representing a crucial step in bolstering border security. Inspector General (IG) Upadhyay reported that approximately 20 km of fencing was finalized and made operational in the previous year. However, this progress has been hindered by various challenges, including ongoing legal disputes, objections from the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), and pushback from local communities. Despite these barriers, the BSF has…

02 Dec

Rising Fundamentalist Activity Across Bangladesh Border Prompts Heightened Vigilance by BSF Meghalaya

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

The Border Security Force in Meghalaya has expressed concern over a steady rise in fundamentalist activities inside Bangladesh, particularly in regions situated close to the state’s international boundary. According to the BSF, such incidents have grown noticeably over the past eighteen months, with several pockets along the Meghalaya–Assam border now being viewed as sensitive. Despite this, BSF Meghalaya Frontier Inspector General O.P. Upadhyay has assured that the situation remains firmly under control. “Our troops are maintaining close watch on every development. We are fully alert and prepared to counter any fallout of this emerging trend,” he stated. He emphasized that…

01 Dec

Godrej Consumer Products launches India’s first toolkit to boost disability inclusion in manufacturing

Business BureauBusiness

Godrej Consumer Products Ltd. (GCPL), in collaboration with Atypical Advantage, unveiled India’s first ‘Work That Includes’ Employability Toolkit aimed at driving meaningful disability inclusion in the manufacturing sector. Launched during the EmployAbility in Manufacturing Summit 2025 in Mumbai, the toolkit provides practical guidance for companies to integrate persons with disabilities (PwD) into factory operations, covering job mapping, workflow redesigns, accessibility checklists, Indian Sign Language (ISL) glossaries, and real-world case studies. With over 30 million employed in manufacturing but PwD workforce participation at just 36%, GCPL and Atypical Advantage aim to shift focus from “why inclusion” to “how inclusion” is achieved.…

01 Dec

Sikkim MP Indra Hang Subba seeks urgent climate action, ST seat reservation for Limboo–Tamang communities

Banasree SarkarSikkim

Sikkim Lok Sabha MP Indra Hang Subba has called for immediate, region-specific climate interventions and long-overdue seat reservations for the Limboo and Tamang (LT) communities, urging the Centre to amend the Representation of the People Act (RPA) without further delay. Subba made these appeals during the All-Party Floor Leaders’ Meeting held at the Parliament Annexe Building in New Delhi. The meeting, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, saw the participation of Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, Union Ministers J. P. Nadda, Arjun Ram Meghwal, and MoS L. Murugan, among other senior leaders. Subba used the platform to highlight the pressing…

01 Dec

From Action Hero to Girl Dad: Sidharth Malhotra Opens Up About Life With Baby Saraayah

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Nearly five months after the birth of their first child, actor Sidharth Malhotra shared insights on how fatherhood has transformed him. He and his wife, Kiara Advani, welcomed a baby girl in July of this year. Malhotra described this new phase as “life-altering,” highlighting a deepened respect for women and their strength. At the We The Women Asia event in Mumbai, actor Sidharth discussed the profound impact of fatherhood on his life perspective. He highlighted his daughter, Sarayaah, referring to her as a "princess of God," a name of Hebrew origin. Sidharth humorously remarked on his experiences of losing many…

01 Dec

Indian Exports to US Crash Amid Escalating Tariffs

Mohini BarmanIndia

According to the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), Indian exports to the United States suffered a sharp 28.5% drop between May and October 2025. This significant decline, from $8.83 billion to $6.31 billion, is attributed directly to the rapid escalation of US tariffs, which rose from 10% to as high as 50% on key Indian goods. Labor-intensive sectors, including textiles, garments, and gems and jewelry, were hit the hardest, reinforcing the impact of aggressive trade protectionist measures on developing economies.

01 Dec

SBI Green Marathon Season 6 is held in Guwahati, promoting sustainability via athletics

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

The SBI Green Marathon Season 6 took place in Guwahati, attracting over 4,000 participants to the Sarusajai Sports Complex on Sunday, reinforcing its commitment to fitness and environmental sustainability. Following successful events in Lucknow, Chandigarh, Bhopal, and Visakhapatnam, the marathon emphasized its core message, "Run for a Greener India," in the backdrop of Guwahati's scenic hills and the Brahmaputra river, showcasing the city's dedication to eco-conscious living and community welfare. Key dignitaries such as Shri Prabhas Bose, Chief General Manager, SBI Guwahati Circle; Shri Safal Tripathi, General Manager, Network 1; Shri Amaresh Kr Jha, General Manager, Network 2; and Shri…