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25 Feb

SAMETI conducts online trg on PPP for agriculture development: Nagaland

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State Agriculture Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI) organised two-day online training programme on, “private public partnership for agriculture development” for ATMA functionaries on February 23 and 24. In a press release, SAMETI director principal IETC i/c, Medziphema stated that the training was aimed to motivate and be acquainted with the importance of Private Public Partnership (PPP) mode in agriculture extension and the techniques involved. Resource persons for the training programme were Department of Rural Development, NU, SASRD, Medziphema assistant professor, Dr. Mary N Odyuo and professor, dept. of agriculture extension NU: SASRD, Medziphema, Dr. J Longkumer. During the training…

25 Feb

Lok Sabha Speaker to visit Shillong

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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will visit Shillong on February 25-26 and address members of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, following which he will visit the construction site of the new Meghalaya Legislative Assembly Building at Mawdiangdiang. On Thursday, the speaker will inaugurate the ‘Outreach and Familiarization Programme for Local Bodies’ of Meghalaya and other North Eastern states scheduled to be held at the State Convention Centre, Pinewood Hotel, Shillong. “Initiated by the Lok Sabha Speaker, this first of its kind programme is being organized by the Parliamentary Research and Training Institute for Democracies (PRIDE), Lok Sabha Secretariat and the programme…

24 Feb

India Idol Season 12: Miss India runner up Manya Singh crowned Shanmukhapriya for her extravaganza performance

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India Idol Season 12: Miss India runner up Manya Singh crowned Shanmukhapriya for her extravaganza performance Sony Entertainment Television’s upcoming episode of the most popular singing reality show, Indian Idol Season 12 will have a lot of surprises for the contestants and the viewers. It would be the first time that the Indian idol 12 would be hosted by Bharti and Harsh .It would be an exciting episode to watch, as the adorable Jodi of Bharti and Harsh would be hosting. Along with that, contestants will be seen singing the songs on the request of their fans from all over…

24 Feb

Pooja Banerjee on Kumkum Bhagya and Her ‘Crazy Bond’ with Hina Khan

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Pooja Banerjee on Kumkum Bhagya and Her 'Crazy Bond' with Hina KhanActress Pooja Banerjee says that she misses being on the set of Kasautii Zindagii Kay. She also talked about her bond with Hina KhanActress Pooja Banerjee is currently playing the role of Rhea Mehra in Balaji's hit show Kumkum Bhagya. She has replaced actress Naina Singh, who played the role for 6 years. We asked her if she faced comparisons with Naina on replacing her as Rhea? She said, “Not at all, because I have my own individuality. People have seen me as an actress for a very good…

24 Feb

Thalaivi gets a release date; Kangana Ranaut shares the teaser on Jayalalithaa’s 73rd birth anniversary

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On the birth anniversary of Jayalalithaa, makers of Kangana Ranaut starrer Thalaivi, a biopic on the life of Tamil Nadu's most celebrated and loved actress-turned- politician, announced that the film will release in cinemas on 23rd April, 2021. The makers of Thalaivi announced the release date of the film with a motion poster which puts into spotlight Jayalalithaa’s remarkable journey from being the face of Tamil Nadu's film industry to the leader who changed the fate of the state's politics and shaped up lives of millions. The actress took to Twitter to share a teaser of Thalaivi along with its…

24 Feb

College teachers’ silent rally foiled by police in Manipur

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Agitating teachers of government colleges in Manipur were caught between the state government and students. After a silent rally carried out by agitating teachers was cut short by police soon after it kick-started, students of colleges urged the teachers not to enter college campus if classes were not to be conducted. The striking teachers on Tuesday converged at the campus of Maharaja Budhachandra College in Imphal’s Palace Compound to carry out a silent protest rally on the streets of Imphal. When the rally kick-started, a strong police team armed with riot gear stopped them from carrying out the rally and…

24 Feb

Learn acting at your home on Reeldrama through acting masterclasses

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Guwahati, February 22: Good news for all aspiring actors of Assam. For the first time in a one of its kind, a curated concept of Acting Master Class in Assamese language available only on the OTT platform Reeldrama. Not all are lucky to get admission to acting schools, mainly those from the hinterland and several corners of the state due to lack of such acting schools in their regions. Their talent thus remain latent. Reeldrama's Acting Master Class, with director Anupam Kaushik Borah, gives the added advantage of learning in one's mother tongue from the comfort of his/her home. With…

24 Feb

Biryani By Kilo’s first dine-in & delivery outlet in Guwahati guarantees a blissful experience

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Biryani by Kilo, India's most premium Biryani and kebab chain has launched its first dine-in and delivery outlet in Guwahati, Assam. The launch dated on February 16, 2021 marks their 46th outlet in India and the first one in the North-East region. With foodies showing insatiable love for the royal dish, this newly launched outlet is set to deliver authentic & delicious dum cooked handi biryani to Guwahati locals. The quest of also creating a memorable dining experience for the customers, Biryani by Kilo has started Royal Dine-in at F Fort building, Kachari Basti Road, Ulubari, Guwahati. A new destination…

24 Feb

Women leadership training programme held in Dimapur

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Peace Channel organised its two-day 4th training programme under the theme “peace mission” in colonies such as Padampukhri and Sachu Colony. A press release by peace channel media team stated that the training focussed on engaging women in discussions pertaining to the importance of peace and well-being of the society. It was also aimed at initiating their advocacy in various activities to foster healthy approach while communicating with mutual understanding. Over 18 selected women from Sachu colony and over 20 women in Padampukhri attended the training under the leadership coordinator, district unit, Peace Channel, Caroline Leisan. Sharing the vision, “make…

24 Feb

Demand for creation of Karbi statehood gains momentum

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A joint press conference attended by representatives of several students and civil societies held at the office of ‘Karbi Anglong North Cachar Autonomous State Demand Committee’ Monday pressed for creation of an autonomous state encompassing the three autonomous hill districts of Assam. The demand for statehood comes close on the heels of the proposed visit of Union Home Minister Amit Shah at Den goan of Karbi Anglong district on February 25. One of the members, Sing Timung, while addressing media said: “We heartily welcome the visit of Union Home Minister Amit Shah Ji at Den goan of Karbi Anglong on…