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Guwahati: The Meghalaya government has launched a formal inquiry into allegations that the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) encroached on forest land. The Supreme Court of India appointed the Central Empowered Committee (CEC), whose report prompted the action. On September 25, Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong confirmed the formation of a committee tasked with reviewing the CEC's findings and inspecting the areas mentioned in the report. He also stated, "We have cons ...Read More >
Guwahati: The counting of votes for the fifth general elections of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) in Assam began at 8 am on Friday under tight security arrangements. The elections, held on September 22, saw 316 candidates contesting across 40 constituencies in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), which spans the districts of Kokrajhar, Chirang, Udalguri, Baksa, and Tamulpur. Kokrajhar district, which holds 12 of the 40 BTC constituencies, witnessed the highest number of candidates, 1 ...Read More >
Imphal: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 4th edition of World Food India (WFI) 2025 on Thursday at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi's Pragati Maidan. The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) organized the event, which will continue until 28th September 2025. World Food India serves as a premier platform to showcase India's rich diversity and enables stakeholders from around the world to connect, collaborate, and explore opportunities in the country's dynamic food processing l ...Read More >
Guwahati: Badminton star Jwala Gutta, who recently gave birth to her second child, will be donating breast milk to a government hospital. Jwala declared her contribution on social media, emphasising the life-saving importance of donor milk. She wrote: "Breast milk saves lives. For premature and sick babies, donor milk can be life changing. If you're able to donate, you could be a hero to a family in need. Learn more, share the word, and support milk banks!" According to reports, Gutta has dona ...Read More >
Guwahati: Former Pakistan cricketer Shahid Afridi has stirred a political debate after praising Congress leader Rahul Gandhi while sharply criticising the BJP-led central government for allegedly using religion as a political tool. Speaking on Pakistan's Samma TV during a panel discussion on the India-Pakistan Asia Cup match, Afridi said, "This government in India always plays the religion and Muslim-Hindu card to stay in power. This is a very bad mindset. Rahul Gandhi has a very positive minds ...Read More >
Guwahati: Authorities here have issued a stern warning against a misleading image of a fake commemorative stamp on Bhupen Hazarika circulating on social media platforms. A viral post, purportedly depicting an official stamp, has been identified as fabricated and unrelated to the authentic releases. A viral post, purportedly depicting an official stamp, has been identified as fabricated and unrelated to the authentic releases. Digboi MLA Suren Phukan, representing the BJP, emphasized the gravi ...Read More >
Guwahati: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned former Indian cricketers Yuvraj Singh and Robin Uthappa for questioning in connection with its investigation into the alleged illegal online betting platform 1xBet, sources confirmed on Tuesday. Officials have directed Robin Uthappa, 39, to appear before the agency on September 22 to record his statement under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Uthappa, who retired from professional cricket in 2022, had previ ...Read More >
Guwahati: Just two days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Manipur and emphasized the need to strengthen ties between the hills and the valley, the Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) pushed back against reports suggesting the reopening of National Highway 2 (Imphal-Dimapur) for unrestricted movement. In a strongly worded statement issued Monday, the KZC denied granting permission for free passage along NH-2. The council warned individuals from both the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities not to cross th ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Economic Offences Wing of Mumbai police has recorded the statement of Shilpa Shetty's husband Raj Kundra in a Rs. 60 crore alleged fraud case. Mumbai Police shared an update in the case and stated: "Investigations are going on against actress Shilpa Shetty and her husband Raj Kundra in an alleged fraud case of Rs. 60 crore. A summon was issued by the Economic Offences Wing of Mumbai Police to Raj Kundra. He was asked to appear before police for the investigation." They further stat ...Read More >
Guwahati: The Income Tax Department extended the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for Assessment Year 2025-26 by one day, shifting it from September 15 to September 16, officials confirmed on Monday. This marks the second extension; the original deadline was set for July 31, 2025. In its official statement, the department explained that the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) had earlier moved the deadline to September 15, but decided to provide one more day to accommodate taxpay ...Read More >
Kolkata, Sep 16 (PTI) Economist and former CPI(M) leader Prasenjit Bose joined the Congress during a programme in the metropolis, and asserted that he would support the party in its fight to "save the Constitution". Bose (51) became a part of the Congress at a formal joining ceremony here on Monday in the presence of party leaders Ghulam Ahmad Mir, Syed Naseer Hussain and Kanhaiya Kumar, besides state unit president Subhankar Sarkar. "We have to protect the Constitution, establish a government ...Read More >
Guwahati: India and the United States will return to the negotiating table on Tuesday to try and revive a stalled trade agreement, just weeks after US President Donald Trump imposed steep tariffs on Indian exports in retaliation for India's continued oil trade with Russia. The renewed discussions follow the delayed arrival of the US trade delegation in New Delhi and reflect a shift in tone from Washington. After weeks of sharp criticism, the US administration has softened its stance, hinting a ...Read More >
Gangtok: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Monday announced that Engineers' Day, observed annually on September 15, will be a restricted holiday in the state for engineers starting next year. Addressing a function in Gangtok, the CM urged engineers to make the most of the day by visiting their colleges and reconnecting with colleagues. "You should visit your colleges, enjoy the company of your colleagues on the restricted holiday to relax and relive old memories," he said. Engineers' ...Read More >
Imphal: The Manipur valley has been cut off from the rest of the country after four days of incessant rainfall triggered landslides, mudslides, and flooding, disrupting all surface connectivity, including the National Highways linking Imphal to Silchar, Dimapur, and Aizawl. Officials confirmed multiple landslides along NH-102 between Senapati and Mao Gate on the Nagaland border, as well as on NH-102A (Tadubi-Ukhrul Road) and NH-129 (Maram-Peren Road). Similar incidents were reported from Awang ...Read More >
Guwahati: India's pace spearhead Mohammed Siraj has been crowned the ICC Men's Player of the Month for August 2025, following his sensational performance in the final Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at The Oval. Despite featuring in just one match during the month, Siraj turned the game on its head with a brilliant nine-wicket haul across both innings. His fiery five-wicket burst in the second innings ripped through England's batting order and secured India a series-leveling win, making h ...Read More >
Imphal: Justice M. Sundar, took oath as the 10th Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court in the swearing-in ceremony held at the Darbar Hall of Raj Bhavan in Imphal on Monday. Governor of Manipur Ajay Kumar Bhalla administered the oath of office to Justice M. Sundar, who also took charge of his office on Monday. Justice M. Sundar, of the Madras High Court was appointed as the Chief Justice of the High Court of Manipur by the President of India on 11th September, 2025. The Supreme Court Collegi ...Read More >
Guwahati: The Supreme Court on Monday declined to stay the entire Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, but issued a temporary suspension of certain contentious provisions. These include clauses that allowed district collectors to determine whether a waqf-designated property is government-owned and to issue binding orders based on that assessment. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! A bench comprising Chief Justice BR Gavai and Justice AG Masih passed the int ...Read More >
Guwahati: The Supreme Court will issue interim orders on Monday, September 15, addressing three contentious provisions of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, including the government's power to denotify properties previously recognized as waqf through court rulings, historical usage, or legal deeds. A bench headed by Chief Justice BR Gavai had earlier reserved its order on May 22 after hearing extensive arguments from both sides over three consecutive days. Ready for a challenge? Click here to tak ...Read More >
Guwahati: India had a convincing triumph over arch-rivals Pakistan by seven wickets in their Asia Cup encounter against Pakistan on Sunday in Dubai. Pakistan batting first put up a total of 127 for 9 leaving India with a meager target of 128 which India achieved in no time. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav playing a stellar role finished it off with a mammoth six off Sufiyaan Muqeem. It sealed another one-sided wi ...Read More >
Guwahati: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Assam, which concluded on Sunday, marked a striking departure from the Hindu nationalist imagery that has often defined his public appearances. This time, there were no chants of "Jai Sri Ram," cow-feeding rituals, or temple visits. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! Instead, Modi focused on infrastructure and economic projects worth over Rs 19,000 crore, signaling a strategic shift toward d ...Read More >
Imphal: Irate Kuki tribals, mostly youths demanding safe release of two individuals arrested in connection with the Prime Minister's visit on Saturday, clashed with the security forces in Manipur's Churachandpur district on Sunday. Reports stated that the protesters pelting stones and slingshots attacked the police, CRPF, and army vehicles with a red flag signifying a load of hazardous material, such as explosives or fuel, requiring caution at Churachandpur on Sunday. Ready for a challenge? Cl ...Read More >
Guwahati: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) sent summons to actresses Urvashi Rautela and Mimi Chakraborty in a case associated with 1xBet betting. Urvashi is likely to appear at the ED headquarters in Delhi on September 16. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! Mimi, also an ex-Trinamool Congress MP, Mimi Chakraborty, was summoned by the ED to appear on 15 September in the same case. As per ED sources, "Both have been asked to appear at the ED office ...Read More >
Imphal: In exercise of the powers conferred by the Constitution of India, the President has appointed Justice M. Sundar, Judge of the Madras High Court, as the Chief Justice of the High Court of Manipur, with effect from the date he assumes charge of the office. This appointment follows the superannuation of Justice Kempaiah. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! The Central Government approved the Supreme Court Collegium's recommendation dated Septem ...Read More >
Imphal: A total of 298 cases were successfully resolved during the third National Lok Adalat of 2025, with settlements amounting to Rs 4,69,31,411. The event, held on Saturday, took place across all District Courts and the High Court of Manipur, officials confirmed on Sunday. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! A total of 3,595 cases, including both pre-litigation matters and pending civil cases, were up for resolution during the Lok Adalat. These ...Read More >
Guwahati: In commemoration of the centenary of the legendary singer and Bharat Ratna recipient, Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, revered as the quintessential embodiment of Assamese culture, Assam is honoring his legacy with a series of statewide events throughout the year. Coordinated by a range of organizations, institutions, and the state government, these initiatives aim to transform the centennial into a profound tribute rather than merely marking a chronological milestone. As a prelude to the histori ...Read More >
Guwahati: Delhi Police on Saturday registered an FIR on the basis of a BJP worker's complaint over an AI-generated "deepfake" video. The video in question was posted by the Bihar Congress unit on its X handle. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! It allegedly played foul with the image of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother Heeraben Modi, as per an official. The complainant Sanket Gupta, is the convenor of the BJP Delhi Election Cell. ...Read More >
Guwahati: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday unveiled projects worth Rs 1200 crore from Manipur's capital Imphal. Addressing a rally, PM Modi speaks on a host of issues related to the state. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! Here are our Live Updates: "Many children of Manipur are engaged in protecting Mother India in different parts of the country. Recently, the world has seen the power of the Indian Army in Operation Sindoor. Our soldiers ...Read More >
Guwahati : All Moran Students Union (AMSU) on Saturday observed "Black Day " for alleged betrayal on Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit to Assam. The Black Day was meant to condemn the false promises made to the indigenous Moran Community to grant Scheduled Tribe ( ST ) status. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! Union also demands inclusion under the sixth schedule for autonomous self governance. "We observe Black Day today. It is a protest agains ...Read More >
Shillong: Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of conspiring to murder her husband Raja Raghuvanshi during their honeymoon in Meghalaya, has filed a bail petition. The judicial magistrate first class of Sohra sub-division has fixed September 17 for hearing the plea. Additional Public Prosecutor Tushar Chandra confirmed that the petition was submitted on Friday, but the prosecution sought time to examine the case records. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! S ...Read More >
Imphal: PM Narendra Modi Arrives in Manipur's Churachandpur, to Launch Projects Worth Rs 7,300 Crore. Modi being welcomed in Churachandpur as he arrives in the city. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! PM will lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over Rs 7,300 crore at Churachandpur today. The projects include Manipur Urban Roads, drainage and asset management improvement project worth over Rs 3,600 crore; 5 National High ...Read More >
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