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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 bought from Gujarat to legislators has prompted calls ...Read More >
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 Federation of Civil Society Organisations (FOCS), marks the ...Read More >
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 matter said on Saturday. The Directorate General ...Read More >
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 from Sinha, who retires on June 30, the officials s ...Read More >
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 soon a elected government will be formed in Manip ...Read More >
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 region. Delivering the keynote address, Chief Ministe ...Read More >
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". "This is a significant step forward in resolving th ...Read More >
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. While acknowledging that many Myanmar nationals shel ...Read More >
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 within a very short time, we will allow the Governmen ...Read More >
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. "The Congress Govt ignored sentiments of the indig ...Read More >
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 development through a post on microblogging site, praising ...Read More >
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 Pathankot this week, marking a twin export achievement an ...Read More >
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, state governments, and project proponents. The s ...Read More >
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 docked to the International Space Station for the four ...Read More >
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) were arrested from different parts of Madhya Prades ...Read More >
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 company of unidentified men. Chairperson Vijaya Ra ...Read More >
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 stated that the arrested person had been taken to Guwah ...Read More >
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 practices, hospital management, and patient care. Chief ...Read More >
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 Indian Express and Marathi daily Loksatta. On Saturda ...Read More >
Shillong, June 8: Meghalaya Tourism Minister has ruled out a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the murder of Raja Raghuvanshi and his missing wife Sonam Raghuvanshi at this stage. Paul Lyngdoh said Meghalaya police is conducting its probe together with the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in the case. "At this stage I don't see the relevance of a CBI probe," he said. The minister said if the investigation being conducted by the state police and the SIT "fail," then only the next ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) On her milestone 50th birthday, Shilpa Shetty took a heartfelt moment to reflect on her incredible journey and the defining stories that have shaped her both personally and professionally. Celebrating decades of success and growth, she shared insights into the experiences that made her the strong and inspiring woman she is today. Taking to Instagram, she posted a video of her transformation over the years and wrote, "Grateful for my journey and the stories that m ...Read More >
Imphal, June 8: Fresh violence erupted across five valley districts of Manipur on Saturday night after protesters clashed with security forces, demanding the immediate release of arrested Arambai Tenggol leaders. In response, the administration swiftly imposed prohibitory orders and suspended internet services in Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Bishnupur, and Kakching districts for five days. Tensions remained high on Sunday morning, with heightened security measures around key locations, i ...Read More >
Shillong, June 7: Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Conrad Sangma, has assured a fair and impartial inquiry into the death of Namrata Bora, who reportedly died in a road accident in Nongpoh, Ri-Bhoi district, on June 4. The assurance came in response to a request from his Assam counterpart Himanta Biswa Sarma. ""I have given instructions to ensure the same," he said on social media, on Saturday. Earlier in the day, taking to a popular microblogging platform, Sarma had urged Sangma to ensure transpa ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Central government has raised financial limits under the General Financial Rules (GFRs) for procurement of scientific equipment and consumables. The simplification of GFRs will reduce delays and enhance autonomy and flexibility for the research organisations. Under the new rules, the Finance Ministry said that Vice Chancelors, Dierectors and academic institutions under specified departments and ministries will be able to make non-Government e-Marketplace (G ...Read More >
Bijapur, June 7: Five Naxalites were killed in two encounters with security forces in an ongoing operation in the Indravati National Park area of Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, police said on Saturday. With the latest casualties, seven Naxalites, including top leaders Sudhakar and Bhaskar, were neutralised in the operation in the last three days, they said. "Security forces have recovered the bodies of seven Maoists during the ongoing anti-Naxal operations in the Indravati National Park area ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Jun 7 (PTI) A 26-year-old man allegedly beheaded his wife following a heated argument on the outskirts of Bengaluru after he suspected her of having an extra-marital affair, police said on Saturday. After killing Manasa, Shankar travelled with her severed head on his scooter to the nearest police station and confessed to the crime, they said. The man was later arrested, police said, adding that the incident occurred at Heelalige village, near Chandapura, Anekal taluk late on Friday. ...Read More >
Gangtok, June 7: 76 army personnel were successfully airlifted from Chaten on Saturday, marking the completion of extensive rescue operations in disaster-hit North Sikkim. The evacuation was carried out using three MI-17 helicopters, bringing a coordinated multi-agency effort to a close after days of relentless search and rescue in the landslide-struck region. According to officials, the personnel were airlifted from Chaten, one of the worst-affected areas, to the Pakyong Greenfield Airport. Th ...Read More >
Guwahati, June 7: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has officially nominated Kanad Purkayastha as its candidate for the upcoming biennial Rajya Sabha elections from Assam, according to a notification issued on Saturday by Arun Singh, BJP's National General Secretary. Purkayastha, who currently serves as Secretary of BJP Assam Pradesh, is a seasoned party worker known for his dedication. Expressing his gratitude, Purkayastha took to social media to say, "This gesture is not just an acknowledgmen ...Read More >
Shillong, June 7: The Meghalaya Police will send all material evidence it has collected after recovery of Indore tourist Raja Raghuvanshi's body, to the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL), Hyderabad, for further analysis. East Khasi Hills SP Vivek Syiem said that the material was being airdried. "We will be sending this material to the CFSL after this (the material) is airdried," Syiem said. The material evidence found includes a 'possible' murder weapon (machete,) clothes and shoes, a ...Read More >
Imphal, June 7: Security forces in Manipur arrested three militants affiliated with two banned insurgent outfits during separate operations carried out on Friday across Bishnupur, Kakching, and Imphal West districts, police said on Saturday. According to a senior police officer, two active cadres of the proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party (People's War Group) were apprehended from Wangoo Samushang in Bishnupur and Elangkhanpokpi Mayai Leikai in Kakching district. One of them was allegedly in ...Read More >
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