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Haibargaon Railway Station become first redeveloped station in Assam, PM inaugurates it

Haibargaon Railway Station become first redeveloped station in Assam, PM inaugurates it

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Thursday attended the inaugural programme of the redeveloped Haibargaon Railway Station in Nagaon district as Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the railway station. This event stands out as a landmark in the national rollout of the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS), as Haibargaon becomes the first railway station in Assam, among 50 stations identified in the state, inaugurated under this ambitious scheme. The inauguration is part of a nationwide event covering 103 redeveloped stations, where Haibargaon's inclusion, constructed at a project cost of approximately Rs. 15.85 crore, signals the beginning of a new…
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AIPL starts a 1 MW solar power facility at Jayshree Tea Estate

AIPL starts a 1 MW solar power facility at Jayshree Tea Estate

Arrays Ingenieria Private Limited (AIPL), founded and maintained by ex-servicemen, successfully erected a 1 MW solar power plant at Jayshree Tea Estates in Sonari, Charaideo district, as part of Tata Power's EPC contract. Arrays has also successfully installed and commissioned a 535 kWp ground-mounted on-grid solar power plant at Towkok Tea Estate and a 500 kWp plant at Manjushree Tea Estate. Both tea plantations are owned by Jayshree Tea & Industries Limited (Towkok Group of Tea Plantations), a subsidiary of the BK Birla Group of Companies. This remarkable project was implemented to commemorate Jayshree Tea & Industries Limited's 80th anniversary,…
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Tribeny Rai’s debut film ‘Shape of Momo’ unveiled at Cannes 2025

Tribeny Rai’s debut film ‘Shape of Momo’ unveiled at Cannes 2025

Sikkimese filmmaker Tribeny Rai’s debut feature Shape of Momo was among five Asian films-in-progress showcased at the prestigious “HAF Goes to Cannes” segment of the 2025 Marché du Film, the official film market of the Cannes Film Festival. The Nepali-language film from East Sikkim was pitched to an international audience comprising distributors, sales agents, and festival programmers. Rai, along with producer Kislay and lead actor Gaumaya Gurung, unveiled the film’s official poster at the Bharat Pavilion. Curated by the Hong Kong-Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF), the initiative provides a global platform for emerging Asian filmmakers. The selected teams each presented…
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Vi boosts international roaming packs with double data and travel benefits for summer holidays

Vi boosts international roaming packs with double data and travel benefits for summer holidays

Vi has enhanced its International Roaming (IR) postpaid plans ahead of the busy summer travel season, offering users double data, free incoming calls, and baggage protection across more than 145 countries. With outbound travel surging during Indian academic holidays, these upgraded plans start at Rs 649 and cater to both short and long-duration travelers. The revised IR packs deliver significant value, doubling data allowances and providing unlimited incoming calls. For example, the 30-day pack now offers 30GB data instead of 12GB. Customers can activate these packs up to 60 days in advance via the Vi app or website, ensuring seamless…
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CM Sarma commits to crime-free Assam with tech-driven police reforms

CM Sarma commits to crime-free Assam with tech-driven police reforms

In a major push to revamp the state's law enforcement system, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday unveiled a sweeping set of reforms aimed at boosting the efficiency, transparency, and accountability of the police force. The announcement was made during a high-level Superintendents of Police (SPs) conference held at the Lachit Borphukan Police Academy in Dergaon, Golaghat district. At the heart of the reforms is a significant overhaul of Assam’s prosecution system. Chief Minister Sarma revealed that the government will strengthen the office of the Director of Prosecution, a move aimed at speeding up criminal investigations and improving…
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Jayant Chaudhary launches Rs 43.94 cr apprenticeship scheme to empower NE youth

Jayant Chaudhary launches Rs 43.94 cr apprenticeship scheme to empower NE youth

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, alongside Mizoram Chief Minister Shri Lalduhoma, launched the North East Apprenticeship Pilot Scheme aimed at creating more job-ready youth across the region. The ₹43.94 crore program will benefit over 26,000 apprentices with an additional ₹1,500 monthly stipend, on top of the existing National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) benefits. Designed to connect young people with industry opportunities, the scheme particularly encourages women’s participation and supports mobility across states, ensuring no barrier in accessing jobs. Chaudhary highlighted this as a crucial step in building a skilled workforce aligned…
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Google Unveils Quantum Processor That Outpaces Supercomputers

Google Unveils Quantum Processor That Outpaces Supercomputers

Google has announced a significant leap in quantum computing with its new processor, “Neptune Q,” capable of solving problems in seconds that would take traditional supercomputers years. The breakthrough was revealed at the Quantum Tech Summit in California on Monday. The processor uses 256 qubits—double the number from their 2019 model—and has successfully completed molecular simulations and cryptographic code testing. Google claims this innovation will soon revolutionize drug development, weather forecasting, and financial modeling. The implications are global. Universities in Bangladesh and Nepal, already partnered with Google’s education outreach, are expected to gain access to its simulation tools, enhancing regional…
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Former Sikkim Parliamentarians call on Governor Om Prakash Mathur at Raj Bhawan

Former Sikkim Parliamentarians call on Governor Om Prakash Mathur at Raj Bhawan

A delegation of former Members of Parliament (MPs) from Sikkim, comprising representatives of both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, paid a courtesy visit to the Governor of Sikkim, Om Prakash Mathur, at Raj Bhawan. The meeting served as a platform for a warm and reflective interaction, where the former parliamentarians engaged in insightful discussions with Governor Mathur. The dialogue touched upon their experiences in the Indian Parliament and the developmental journey of Sikkim over the years. The gathering took a nostalgic turn as the former MPs shared memories of their respective tenures, recounting the challenges and accomplishments that marked…
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Assam Cabinet rolls out paid PSO scheme, mega concert plan and wage hike for tea garden workers

Assam Cabinet rolls out paid PSO scheme, mega concert plan and wage hike for tea garden workers

In a series of decisions taken during the cabinet meeting today, May 21, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, while addressing a press conference at the Lachit Barphukan Police Academy in Dergaon, Golaghat district, announced several cabinet-approved initiatives ranging from security measures to economic and infrastructure development. Highlighting growing concerns over personal safety, CM Sarma announced the implementation of a paid Personal Security Officer (PSO) system. Individuals who feel their lives are under threat can now avail a government-assigned PSO by paying Rs 75,000 as remuneration. “This system is being introduced for those who genuinely feel threatened and have been…
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Sikkim’s Khangchendzonga reserve hosts Nepal’s high-level conservation delegation

Sikkim’s Khangchendzonga reserve hosts Nepal’s high-level conservation delegation

A high-level delegation from Nepal began a three-day knowledge exchange visit to Sikkim’s Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve (KBR) on Monday to learn from the state’s acclaimed conservation efforts. The visit, spanning from May 20 to 22, was facilitated by UNESCO’s Regional Office in New Delhi and Nepal-based NGO Smrida Pahad in coordination with Sikkim’s Forest Department. The Nepalese team aims to replicate the success of KBR, which was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2016 and a Biosphere Reserve in 2018, for its own Khangchendzonga Conservation Area. The delegates are studying Sikkim’s advanced park management techniques, including camera traps, real-time…
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