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08 Aug

From Ink Attack In Ranchi To Jantar Mantar: Neha Bora Becomes Voice Of Students

Preeti SinghIndia

JNU’s 29-year-old research scholar and National President of the All India Students’ Association (AISA), Neha Bora, has sparked a new wave across the country for students’ rights and transparency in examinations. Recently, in July 2026, Neha Bora, along with education reformer Sonam Wangchuk, led a 23-day hunger strike at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar against irregularities in examinations, drawing nationwide attention. Originally from Uttarakhand, Neha had earlier studied at Delhi University and Ambedkar University. During a student protest in Ranchi, she was attacked with ink. But even after such an attack, Neha did not back down and said, “I am proud of…

08 Aug

CID Personnel Also Spotted Near House, Alleges Kokrajhar Janata Party Founder Abhijit Deepak

Preeti SinghAssam, India, Latest

Kokrajhar Janata Party founder Abhijit Deepak has hit out at the police over allegations that people coming to meet him are being stopped. Speaking to the media on Friday, the young leader said that despite not wanting it, a Sub-Inspector has been deployed outside his residence in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. He alleged that the officer is preventing people who come to meet Deepak. Even as police personnel have been deployed at Deepak’s residence for security, the Kokrajhar Janata Party founder has now raised allegations against the officer. According to Deepak, whenever people come to his residence to meet him, the Sub-Inspector…

01 Aug

Jaisalmer Road Tragedy: Army Major Dies, 2 Officers Critical After Safari Overturns

Preeti SinghIndia, Latest

A new life’s dream was left incomplete. Indian Army Major Hamza Arif had tied the knot just a month ago. But while returning to the military camp after completing his duty, a horrific road accident took his life. Major Hamza died in this accident in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer. Two lieutenants travelling with him were seriously injured. The accident occurred on Thursday night around 12:30 AM in a military area at Thaiyat, about 18 km from Jaisalmer district headquarters. According to reports, Major Hamza Arif, Lieutenant Abhinav Rathore and Lieutenant Ayushman were returning to the military camp after finishing duty. Major Hamza…

14 Jul

NESAC Mapping India-Myanmar Border, Running 130 Projects Across NE: Union Minister

Preeti SinghIndia, Latest

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh today said the North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC) has evolved into a vital institution supporting both national strategic priorities and the socio-economic development of the North Eastern region through the application of space technology.Dr. Jitendra Singh said the Centre is contributing to geospatial mapping of the India-Myanmar border as well as inter-State boundaries in the Northeast, while simultaneously implementing a wide range of technology-driven projects in agriculture, disaster management, natural resource management, water resources and governance, thereby bringing the benefits of India's space…

05 Jul

Carrying the Tricolour Across the Channel: Ankita Konwar Makes Assam Proud

Preeti SinghAssam, India, International, Sports

Assam's endurance athlete Ankita Konwar has scripted history by becoming the first Assamese woman and the first woman from Northeast India to successfully complete an English Channel relay swim. Konwar was part of an international relay team that crossed the English Channel from Dover to Calais in 13 hours and 5 minutes. The relay began at 1:30 a.m. and concluded at 2:35 p.m. (London time), with all team members receiving medals in recognition of their achievement. The English Channel is widely regarded as one of the world's most demanding open-water swimming routes due to its icy waters, strong currents, unpredictable…

02 Jul

India’s Defence Industry Poised for Long-Term Growth, Driven by Deep-Tech Innovation and Export Opportunities

anuprova EditorIndia

India’s defence sector is entering a new phase of structural growth, supported by increasing investments in advanced technologies, rising defence exports, and sustained policy support aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing. Market analysts and brokerage firms believe the industry is well-positioned for long-term expansion as the government continues to promote self-reliance under its indigenous defence production initiatives. The growing adoption of deep technologies, including artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, advanced electronics, cybersecurity, and next-generation defence platforms, is expected to enhance the competitiveness of Indian defence companies in both domestic and international markets. Analysts also point to a robust order pipeline, higher capital…

01 Jul

Spear Corps Hosts I-Day Security Conference in Laipuli; Intelligence Sharing, Synergy Stressed

Preeti SinghAssam, India

As part of the ongoing Military- Civil Fusion initiative, the Red Shield Division under the aegis of Spear Corps organised a Security Conference at Laipuli on 01 July 2026 in preparation for the forthcoming Independence Day celebrations. The conference was aimed at strengthening inter-agency coordination and reviewing the overall security framework to ensure the peaceful and secure conduct of Independence Day. The conference was attended by Army officials and representatives of the Assam Police, including the SSP, Tinsukia and Dibrugarh.Deliberations focused on intelligence sharing, coordinated preventive measures, proactive security planning and enhanced inter-agency synergy to effectively address emerging security challenges.…

09 Jun

Massive Casualties Reported in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir After Security Forces Open Fire on Protesters

anuprova EditorIndia

Violent clashes broke out in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) after security forces opened fire on demonstrators, leaving over 30 people dead and around 200 others injured. The unrest intensified in Rawalakot following a heavy government crackdown on the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), a prominent civil society alliance that authorities recently banned under anti-terrorism laws. Tensions escalated drastically when a massive crowd gathered outside a hospital mortuary to protest the earlier shooting of a local trader, leading to a direct and bloody confrontation between demonstrators and law enforcement personnel. The region has been plagued by deep-seated resentment and volatile protests over…

09 Jun

Indian Army’s Major Abhilasha Barak Wins UN Military Gender Advocate Award for Work in Lebanon

Preeti SinghIndia

Indian Army officer Major Abhilasha Barak has been honored with the Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award for 2025. Major Abhilasha Barak is the first Indian woman peacekeeper leader to receive this award. Major Barak is currently deployed as a commander in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).Major Barak, who joined the peacekeeping force in June 2025, has been deeply engaged in working with women and vulnerable populations in southern Lebanon. President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have congratulated the female army officer on her rare achievement.

04 May

Supreme Court Refuses Interim Stay on Transgender Persons Amendment Act, 2026

anuprova EditorIndia

The Supreme Court of India today declined to grant an interim stay on the recently enacted Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026, dealing a procedural setback to petitioners challenging its constitutional validity. A bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi issued formal notices to the Union government and various states and Union Territories, directing them to file their responses within six weeks. The court has decided to refer the batch of petitions, which argue that the new law dismantles the fundamental right to self-identification of gender established in the landmark 2014 NALSA…