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PoliticsJul 02, 2025 11:47 AM

India, Bhutan discuss defence cooperation amid regional security concerns

New Delhi, July 2: Wide-ranging talks were held between Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi and Bhutan's military chief Lt Gen Batoo Tshering on Tuesday. Talks were held on ways to shore up bilateral defence cooperation against the backdrop of China's military assertiveness in the region. Gen Dwivedi began his four-day trip to Bhutan on Monday. The Chief of Army Staff held discussions with Lt Gen Tshering, the Chief Operations Officer of the Royal

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TechnologyJul 02, 2025 11:31 AM

India eyes digital leadership as internet users surge from 25 Cr to 97 Cr: PM Modi

Guwahati, July 2: India's digital growth is among the fastest in the world and the aim is to make India the leader of the digital world, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a statement sent by the PMO to The Assam Tribune, Modi said that in 2014, India had around 25 crore internet connections. Today, that number has grown to over 97 crore. Over 42 lakh km of optical fibre cable (OFC), which is equivalent to 11 times the distance between earth

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OtherJul 02, 2025 11:16 AM

Ahead of Bairabi-Sairang rail line launch, Mizoram traders seek stricter ILP checks

Aizawl, July 1: The Mizoram Merchant Association (MIMA), an umbrella body of traders of the state, has urged Home Minister K Sapdanga to strictly enforce rules to prevent violation of the Inner Line Permit (ILP). The request comes in view of the potential influx after the inauguration of the new Bairabi- Sairang railway line. Leaders of MIMA met Sapdanga in Aizawl on Tuesday and urged him to strictly enforce the ILP system to ensure that the lo

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OtherJul 02, 2025 11:07 AM

Assam faces 34% rainfall deficit in June despite early monsoon onset

Guwahati, July 2: Notwithstanding an early monsoon onset, Assam recorded a rainfall deficit of 34 per cent in the first monsoon month of June, and July doesn't look better either. Against the normal June rainfall of 415.2 mm, the State as a whole received just 272 mm of rain during the month. Western Assam districts reported a huge shortfall in monsoon rains during the month, with Bajali topping the list (minus 77 per cent), followed by Darrang

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PoliticsJul 02, 2025 11:06 AM

133 held, over one tonne of suspected beef seized in statewide Assam crackdown

Guwahati, July 1: At least 133 people were apprehended for their role in alleged violation of the Assam Cattle Preservation Act 2021 and over one tonne of suspected beef were seized across the state, on Tuesday. According to Inspector General Police (Law and Order) Akhilesh Kumar Singh, a suo-motu drive was initiated across the state to check reported incidents of illegal cattle slaughter and selling of beef in restaurants unauthorisedly. Consu

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SportsJul 01, 2025 06:43 PM

Aanil Mohan's Rs 78 lakh bid makes PKL history, inspires small-town dreams

Guwahati, July 1: The phone call that changed everything came when Aanil Mohan was fast asleep. By the time he woke up, his life had been changed. U Mumba had just secured his signature for a staggering Rs 78 lakhs - the highest-ever bid in Category D in Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) history - but the young man from the small village of Jasui in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district was still processing the magnitude of what just happened. "At first, I

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OtherJul 01, 2025 12:39 PM

Meghalaya makes guides compulsory for trekking in East Khasi Hills

Shillong, July 1: Tourists keen on having an adventurous trek off the beaten tracks of the East Khasi Hills district will have to compulsorily hire registered guides to do so from now on. East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner and Chairperson of the District Tourism Promotion Society (DTPS), Rosetta Mary Kurbah, on Monday directed all tourists to hire registered guides for their proposed hikes. "In view of the safety reasons, it is mandatory for

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OtherJun 30, 2025 11:41 AM

IIT Guwahati research links digital food habits to class & caste hierarchies

Guwahati, June 30: A research by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has explored how social media and food delivery apps are transforming food culture in urban India. Conducted by Dr Rituparna Patgiri, Assistant Professor at the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences of IIT Guwahati, the study explored how the digitization of food influences consumer behaviour while simultaneously changing social dynamics such as class, cast

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BusinessJun 29, 2025 05:30 PM

PM Modi lauds Meghalaya's eri silk, calls it symbol of sustainable heritage

Shillong, June 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday, praised Meghalaya's traditional Eri silk and its distinctive handicrafts, calling them a testament to India's rich cultural heritage and sustainable craftsmanship. The statement comes during the 123rd episode of his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat Modi highlighted the recent Geographical Indication (GI) tag awarded to Eri silk, describing it as a "proud moment not just for Meghalaya

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PoliticsJun 29, 2025 03:07 PM

PM Modi hails Bodoland CEM Cup as 'symbol of unity & hope' in 'Mann Ki Baat'

New Delhi, June 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the 123rd episode of Mann Ki Baat' on Sunday, praised the power of sports in Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), Assam, highlighting the Bodoland CEM Cup as a "symbol of unity and hope" in the region. Praising the football tournament, the Prime Minister lauded the initiative for using football to foster peace, inclusivity, and community development across the BTR. "Bodoland today stands ou

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PoliticsJun 29, 2025 12:13 PM

Tripura-Bangladesh border under watch as CM cites cross-border threats

Agartala, June 29: Amid rising concern over the situation in neighbouring Bangladesh, Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha today called upon security agencies to strengthen surveillance and enhance border security across the State. Tripura shares an 856-km border with Bangladesh on three sides. Speaking after inaugurating the State's first Cyber Police Station at AD Nagar here, the Chief Minister expressed apprehension over cross-border infiltra

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PoliticsJun 29, 2025 11:41 AM

Gir cow controversy rocks Gorukhuti Project; Congress demands probe

Guwahati, June 29: The Gorukhuti Multipurpose Agriculture Project has kicked up a political storm, with State Congress president Gaurav Gogoi demanding an inquiry into the alleged irregularities and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claiming that only "sick" Gir cows were sold to some legislators after the project supervisors expressed inability to keep them. Allegations of irregularities, such as falsified transport and selling of Gir cows bou

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PoliticsJun 29, 2025 11:15 AM

Prioritise violence in hills, say Manipur civil leaders ahead of June 30 MHA talks

Imphal, June 29: In a bid to break the deadlock over the protracted crisis in Manipur, a 19-member delegation representing three of the state's most influential civil society organisations is set to hold talks with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in New Delhi on June 30. The delegation, comprising representatives from the All Manipur United Clubs Organisation (AMUCO), the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI), and the Federatio

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BusinessJun 28, 2025 06:04 PM

India restricts jute imports from Bangladesh as bilateral strain deepens

New Delhi, June 28: India has imposed restrictions with immediate effect on the import of jute and allied fibre products from Bangladesh - a move that came amid increasing strain in the overall relations between the two neighbours. The new restrictions will apply to imports into India of Bangladesh's jute and allied fibre products across all land and seaports, with the exception of the Nhava Sheva seaport in Maharashtra, people familiar with the

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PoliticsJun 28, 2025 04:01 PM

Senior IPS officer Parag Jain appointed as new R&AW chief for two-year term

New Delhi, June 28: Senior IPS officer Parag Jain, widely known for his expertise in intelligence gathering and affairs related to India's neighbourhood, has been appointed as the new head of the country's external intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW), officials said on Saturday. Jain is currently the second senior-most officer in the RAW, after outgoing chief Ravi Sinha. He will serve a two-year tenure after taking over f

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PoliticsJun 28, 2025 03:55 PM

BJP-led Centre working to restore elected govt in Manipur, says Biren Singh

Imphal, June 28: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led central government is making concerted efforts to establish a popular government in the violence-hit Manipur, while also focusing on restoring long-term peace and normalcy, said former Chief Minister Biren Singh, on Saturday. Addressing the press on the sidelines of a book release to mark 50 years since the imposition of Emergency at BJP Manipur Pradesh headquarters, Singh expressed optimism that

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BusinessJun 28, 2025 11:32 AM

36,000 sq km in NE identified with mineral potential: Geological Survey of India

Guwahati, June 28: The Geological Survey of India (GSI) has identified over 36,000 sq km area in the Northeast as having mineral potential, translating to nearly 3,000 prospective mines. This was stated by VL Kantha Rao, secretary in the Union Ministry of Mines at the second North East Geology and Mining Ministers' Conclave that was inaugurated here on Friday, marking a major milestone towards unlocking the mineral and coal potential of the regi

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PoliticsJun 28, 2025 11:24 AM

Assam-Meghalaya border row: New MoU likely on Aug 15, Meghalaya may gain 5 villages

Shillong, Jun 27: The second phase of the decades-old border dispute between Assam and Meghalaya is inching close to a resolve with a second memorandum of understanding (MoU) likely to be signed between the states on August 15. Informing about this development, Meghalaya Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh said that the proposed MoU is "expected to bring five new villages along the disputed block in Ri-Bhoi district under Meghalaya's jurisdiction". "

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BusinessJun 27, 2025 04:06 PM

Mizoram mulls seizing IDs of Myanmar refugees violating border norms

Aizawl, June 27: The Mizoram government is considering confiscating identity cards of Myanmar refugees who frequently cross the international border between India and Myanmar, exploiting the ongoing crisis in their home country, a state official said on Friday. During a meeting with Ministry of External Affairs Joint Secretary Surinder Bhagat in Aizawl on Thursday, Chief Minister Lalduhoma expressed concern over the conduct of some refugees. Wh

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PoliticsJun 27, 2025 03:43 PM

CM Sarma pushes mining growth with blanket exploration and policy reforms at NE Conclave

Guwahati, June 27: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday announced that his government will soon issue a blanket order to the Central Government to facilitate the exploration of Assam's mining potential. The announcement was made during the second edition of the North East Mining Ministers' Conclave, held in Guwahati. "This morning, we discussed granting a blanket exploration order for geological investigations. I want to commit that wit

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PoliticsJun 27, 2025 02:00 PM

CM blames Congress for Satra land grab, cites appeasement of illegal migrants

Guwahati, June 27: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday accused the previous Congress government of enabling large-scale encroachment on Vaishnavite monastery (Satra) lands by prioritising the appeasement of illegal immigrants over the rights of indigenous communities. Taking to the social media, Sarma stated that over 13,000 bighas -- more than 4,300 acres -- of Satra land across the state had been encroached upon under Congress rule.

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BusinessEntertainmentJun 27, 2025 01:53 PM

Gas leak capped after 16 days at Bhatiapar in Sivasagar, residents demand compensation

Sivasagar, June 27: ONGC has successfully capped the gas leak from its well no 147 at Bhatiapar in Sivasagar district today at 11:15 am, ending a 16-day-long ordeal. The leak, which began on June 12, was brought under control through coordinated efforts by ONGC's crisis management team and international well-control experts, primarily from the United States. Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, confirmed the developm

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BusinessJun 27, 2025 12:49 PM

In a first, India exports rose-scented litchis from Punjab to Qatar, Dubai

New Delhi, June 27: In a significant boost to India's horticultural exports, the Centre's Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has facilitated the flagging off of the first consignment of one metric tonne of rose-scented litchi from Punjab's Pathankot to Doha in Qatar, according to an official statement issued on Friday. In addition, 0.5 metric tonne of litchi was also exported to Dubai, UAE, from Pathank

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BusinessJun 26, 2025 06:45 PM

Centre reviews Rs 41,000 Cr infra projects in Northeast; focus on roads, power

Guwahati, June 26: The Centre has reviewed key infrastructure projects in of Sikkim, Nagaland, Assam, and Arunachal Pradesh, reaffirming its commitment to boosting regional connectivity, power generation, and investment climate in the region. The high-level meeting, chaired by Secretary of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Amardeep Singh Bhatia, brought together senior officials from various Central ministries,

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Axiom-4: With hugs and cheers, Shubhanshu Shukla floats in ISS- first visuals | India News - Times o...

NEW DELHI: Axiom-4 crew members, including Shubhanshu Shukla, were welcomed with hugs and drinks as they stepped into the International Space Station on Thursday. The newly launched spacecraft -- the fifth in the Dragon series and named Grace -- successfully completed a soft docking with the International Space Station at 4.01pm while orbiting above the North Atlantic Ocean."At 6:31 am EDT (4:01 IST) on Thursday, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft dock

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EntertainmentJun 26, 2025 06:00 PM

Raja Raghuvanshi murder: Meghalaya SIT returns from Indore with key arrests, firearm

Indore, June 26: After extensive searches and investigation in connection with Raja Raghuvanshi's murder case for nine days, the Meghalaya Police's Special Investigation Team (SIT) left from Indore on Thursday. The SIT flew to Meghalaya with materials, including a country-made pistol recovered from a drain from Indore on Wednesday, and three persons Silome James (property broker), Balvir Ahirwar (security guard) and Lokendra Tomar (flat owner) w

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PoliticsJun 08, 2025 06:18 PM

Missing tourist in Sohra: NCW directs Meghalaya DGP to submit report in 72 hrs

Bhopal, June 8: The National Commission for Women (NCW) has initiated suo motu action in response to a distressing press reports concerning the murder of Raja Raghuvanshi and the disappearance of his wife, Sonam, during their honeymoon trip to Meghalaya. Growing suspicions of human trafficking to Bangladesh have heightened concerns, particularly following the discovery of blood-stained clothing and eyewitness accounts placing the couple in the c

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PoliticsJun 08, 2025 04:40 PM

Amid protests in Manipur, CBI moves arrested Tenggol member to Guwahati

Imphal, June 8: Amid fresh unrest in Manipur and the imposition of prohibitory orders in five districts, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested a member of Arambai Tenggol, a Meitei group, in connection with a series of criminal activities linked to the ethnic violence that rocked the state in 2023. In a statement issued on Sunday, the CBI confirmed the arrest but did not disclose the identity of the individual. The agency state

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PoliticsJun 08, 2025 04:30 PM

Tripura govt to sign MoU with AIIMS Delhi to upgrade GB Pant Hospital

Agartala, June 8: In a major healthcare initiative, the Tripura government is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, to explore ways to enhance services at GB Pant Hospital -- the state's premier referral medical facility. The formal partnership is expected to continue for the next six months to a year, during which AIIMS will provide expert guidance on clinical practi

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PoliticsOtherBusinessJun 08, 2025 11:21 AM

Rahul Gandhi dismissing mandate of people as they rejected him: Fadnavis

Mumbai, Jun 8 (PTI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, instead of introspecting on the defeat in the 2024 state assembly polls, has been repudiating the mandate given by the people because they rejected him. The leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha is preparing his excuses for future defeats in the upcoming assembly elections, including Bihar, Fadnavis said in his articles published in the Indi