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09 Sep

New ISO 9001-2015 certified Zonal Disaster Management Resource Centre Opened at N.F. Railway HQ, Maligaon

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A new Zonal Disaster Management Resource Centre has been opened recently at NFR HQ, Maligaon. This new centre was inaugurated by GM/NFR Shri Sanjive Roy in presence of Shri Radhey Raman, Addl General Manager/ NFR, representatives from 1st Battalion NDRF, Principal Chief Safety Officer/NFR apart from other senior officials of HQ. The facilities of this centre are updated as per ISO 9001-2015 certification requirement to deal with any type of disaster. The facilities provided at the centre is equipped to serve as an aid in achieving a quick disaster response and ensuring immediate attention to injured persons in case of…

09 Sep

Indian Railways registers more than 10% jump in freight loading compared to last year for same corresponding period

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On mission mode, Indian Railways Freight loading for the month of September 2020 till 6 September 2020 crossed last year’s loading and earnings for the same period.In the month of September 2020 till 6 September 2020 Indian Railways loading was 19.19 million tonnes which is 10.41% (1.81 million tonnes) higher compare to last year’s loading for the same period (17.38 million tonnes). In this period Indian Railways earned Rs. 1836.15 crores from freight loading which is also Rs. 129.68 crores higher compare to last year’s earnings for the same period (Rs.1706.47 crores) In the month of September 2020 till 6…

08 Sep

Good Days are here with IndianOil: Win exciting prizes every day in IndianOil’s Festive Dhamaka Offer

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With the festive season about to begin, IndianOil has kicked off festive celebrations by launching the “Festive Dhamaka” Promotional Scheme in select IndianOil Petrol Pumps across 7 North Eastern states. The scheme was launched at M/s Highway Refill Centre, 9th Mile, Jorabat, Meghalaya by the Chief General Manager & State Head of IndianOil’s Marketing Division in the North East, Shri G Ramesh in presence of senior IndianOil officials, petrol pump owner and employees and people from in and around the area. Addressing the gathering, Shri Ramesh said that the scheme was launched at select IndianOil Petrol Pumps across the 7…

08 Sep

Sonowal holds discussion with Jorhat Chambers of Commerce,

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Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal today held a meeting with the members of Chambers of Commerce of Jorhat district at the conference hall of Jorhat Circuit House and discussed with them several problems they faced in the post lockdown period of COVID-19 pandemic. During the meeting the Chambers raised several problems that afflicted them in the aftermath of the lockdown period. Sonowal while giving a patience hearing to all their problems assured them that their problems would be addressed to pragmatically. Responding to a problem which the Mariani Chamber of Commerce has initiated with regard to operation of ASTC buses between…

08 Sep

Assam Governor presents state’s views on implementation of NEP 2020

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Assam Governor Prof Jagdish Mukhi said that he constituted a committee of selected Vice Chancellors to study ways and means and suggest timelines and startegies for the implementation of National Education Policy 2020, in Higher education sector in Assam. Presenting his views at a virtual meeting of Governor’ Conference named National Conference on the Role of NEP 2020 in Transforming Higher Education in India which was graced by President of India Ramnath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Minister for Education, Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’, Minister of State for Education Sanjay Shamrao Dhotre, Chairman, Committee for draft NEP Dr.Kasturirangan, Prof Mukhi…

07 Sep

FICCI CASCADE LAUDS ASSAM RIFLES’ SUCCESSFUL INTERCEPTION OF ILLICIT CIGARETTES WORTH Rs 14 CRORE IN NORTH EASTERN STATES

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FICCI’s Committee Against Smuggling and Counterfeiting Activities Destroying the Economy, (CASCADE), a dedicated platform for generating awareness on the adverse impact of smuggling and illicit trading, congratulated the Director General of Assam Rifles and the officersfor theirvaluable contributionin anti-smuggling work. In a commendable effort, the officers of Assam Riflesin the last two monthsseized smuggled cigarettes worth around Rs. 14 crore along with other illicit items such as drugs, betel nuts etc. Various battalions of the forces intercepted smugglers transporting the illicit consignments using bikes, cars and trucks while hiding them inside rice sacks, jungle tracks, vegetation and others. Lauding the…

07 Sep

Airtel changes Entertainment forever; Launchesthe Airtel Xstream Bundle

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To change entertainment forever, Airtel today announced the launchof its new Airtel Xstream Bundle. The Airtel Xstream Bundlecombines the power of Airtel Xstream Fiber with speeds upto 1 Gbps, Unlimited Data, the first of its kind Airtel Xstream Android 4K TV Box and access to all OTT content. Entertainment in India will no longer be the same. All Airtel Xstream Fiber plans now include the Airtel Xstream Box worth Rs 3999 that makes any TV a smart TV. Customers get access to all LIVE TV channels plus the best of video streaming apps effectively eliminating the need for multiple entertainment…

05 Sep

Kolkata Metro is making special plans for NEET Candidates

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The Metro Railway in Kolkata is planning to run special services for NEET candidates on September 13 to help them reach their examination centres. Metro Railway announced it on Saturday. Metro Railway general manager Manoj Joshi told that, candidates along with guardians will be allowed to board the trains on showing their admit cards. The details will be shared next week. The Union Home Ministry, in its Unlock 4 guidelines,has granted permission for the resumption of normal metro services from September 7 in a graded manner.

05 Sep

Assam Governor greets teachers on the occasion of Teachers’ Day

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Assam Governor Prof. Jagdish Mukhi greeted the teaching fraternity of the state on the occasion of Teachers’ Day. In a message today, Prof.Mukhi said, “Teachers are the beacon of light who guide us and enlighten our path to success. They encourage us to climb any height fearlessly and passionately. As a token of love and respect to the unstinted role of our teachers, we celebrate Teachers’ Day to pay our honours to them.” He also said, “I convey my warm wishes to all the teachers and thank them on the occasion for their immense and unparallel role which help…

05 Sep

Awareness, positivity and moderate exercise key to Stress Management during Corona Pandemic: Experts

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Regular exercises and Yoga, proper awareness of safety measures, positive thoughts and remaining connected with family and friends while maintaining social distancing norms are the key to managing stress and anxiety during these times of Covid19 pandemic. This was the opinion of the experts at the Webinar on Stress Management during Corona Pandemic, organized by Press Information Guwahati today. In his inaugural address, Shri S N Pradhan, Additional Director General, North East Zone, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said that due to the lockdown and subsequent restrictions on movement of people, lifestyle of people has undergone a drastic change this…