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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday said that the people of North East are vibrant, industrious, and full of potential adding that they deserve greater opportunities to realise their abilities. Birla inaugurated the 22nd conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Zone III in Nagaland's capital Kohima. Speaking at the 22nd conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Zone III in Nagaland's capital Kohima, Birla lauded the CPA Zone III comprising of Nagalan ...Read More >
Kohima, Nov 10 (SocialNews.XYZ) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday made a strong appeal to all political parties to uphold the dignity of legislative institutions by ensuring their smooth and orderly functioning. He emphasised that democracy provides ample opportunities to raise issues, express concerns, and engage in debates through peaceful, well-organised, and informed discussions. Addressing the 22nd Annual Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), India Region, Zone -III, Conference ...Read More >
The unusually large droplets, coupled with the high frequency of rain, have prompted scientists to launch a detailed study on how precipitation affects signal transmission and how to adapt future networks to extreme weather conditions. Sohra, Meghalaya: Scientists at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Meghalaya and the North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC) have embarked on a joint research project to develop new methods to improve 5G and 6G connectivity in Sohra, the rainiest ...Read More >
SOHRA, Oct 24: Scientists at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Meghalaya and the North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC) have embarked on a joint research project to develop new methods to improve 5G and 6G connectivity in Sohra, the rainiest place on Earth. After shifting to their permanent campus here earlier this year, researchers found themselves "fascinated and occasionally frustrated" by the sheer size of each raindrop that falls over Sohra in the state East Khasi Hills d ...Read More >
ITANAGAR, 24 Oct: Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday concluded his Japan tour, terming the visit "immensely productive" as he held a series of high-level engagements aimed at boosting tourism, cultural exchange, academic collaboration and strategic partnership between the East Asian country and India's Northeast. In a series of posts on X, Khandu said the visit helped build a roadmap for deeper engagement with Japan in line with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. On the final day of ...Read More >
Thailand is set to launch direct charter flights to Meghalaya by December 2025, marking a major milestone in strengthening tourism and cultural ties between the two regions. The initiative is expected to significantly boost travel between Thailand and India's Northeast, enabling Thai tourists to experience Meghalaya's breathtaking landscapes and vibrant traditions with ease. The announcement followed a Tourism Promotion event held on October 14, 2025, in Shillong, jointly organised by the Emerg ...Read More >
IMPHAL : Manipur governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Sunday urged all the sections of the society to work collectively for long lasting peace and harmony in Manipur adding that absence of conflict will not bring peace. Bhalla made the statement during the 134th Raising Day celebration held at the 1st Battalion Manipur Rifles Parade Ground, Imphal. He said police have been taking a vital role during the crisis in maintaining law and order and to protect people especially during 2023 Manipur violence, ...Read More >
Guwahati: Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya has stressed on making education based on creative and critical thinking, and said it should not be confined to theoretical knowledge. Speaking at the valedictory session of the North East Education Conclave 2025 here on Saturday, Acharya said the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020, is a timely step in preparing students for the present times.The conclave, organised by the Pragjyotispur University to mark its foundation day, brought together e ...Read More >
The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has handed over operations of the Haldia Multi-Modal Terminal (MMT) in West Bengal to IRC Natural... The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has handed over operations of the Haldia Multi-Modal Terminal (MMT) in West Bengal to IRC Natural Resources to enhance inland waterway infrastructure and promote multimodal logistics through public-private partnership (PPP), the government informed on Friday. Built by IWAI with World Bank support, the ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP Jairam Ramesh on Thursday sounded an alarm over the declining elephant population in India, stressing that protecting and preserving an animal deeply embedded in the country's religious, cultural, and ecological fabric is a national responsibility. "The elephant faces a crisis, perhaps not of extinction but of attrition. The threats come from changing land use, loss of traditional habitats, fragmentation of elephant movemen ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 5 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh is set to witness a historic day on Monday with the launch of its first commercial coal mine at the Namchik-Namphuk coal block, marking a new chapter of growth, energy security, and local prosperity, Ministry of Coal said on Sunday. Union Minister G Kishan Reddy will first perform the Bhoomi Poojan, followed by the handing over of the mining lease. Also Read | Kurgaon Declared Most Beautiful Village in Maharashtra's Palghar, Bags INR 50 Lak ...Read More >
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas. These schools will cater to central government employees' children. The project involves Rs 5,862.55 crore over nine years from 2026-27. This includes capital and operational expenditures. For the first time, these KVs will feature Balvatikas. Twenty KVs will open in districts lacking existing schools. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday approved the opening of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas across the ...Read More >
Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi on Thursday (October 2, 2025) hailed the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on its completion of 100 years. "This Vijayadashmi, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh completes 100 years of its uninterrupted journey of nation-building, through character building of individual citizens. During all these years, the RSS has done yeoman service to the people and the country," Raj Bhavan Tamil Nadu said in a post on X, quoting Mr. Ravi. "Whenever the nation or any part of it h ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved opening of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) which would benefit over 86,000 students, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. Sponsorship and Distribution Out of the 57 new KVs, seven will be sponsored by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs and the rest by state governments. Nineteen of the new sanctioned KVs are proposed to be opened in poll-bound Bihar. Twenty of the newly approved KVs are proposed to be opened in districts where no KV ...Read More >
The prime minister said the government is leaving no stone unturned for the welfare of farmers across the country. "In line with this, our government has approved the 'Mission for Self-Reliance in Pulses'. This historic initiative will not only boost the production of pulses but also strengthen our resolve for self-reliance," Modi said. On the decision to establish 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas, Modi said it is gladdening that the schools will include Balvatikas to nurture children from the found ...Read More >
62% calories comes from carbs, added sugar intake higher than recommended India's rapidly changing eating habits are fueling an alarming spike in diabetes and obesity with at least 21 states and UTs exceeding the national recommendations of less than 5%E (total energy) for added sugar intake while overall protein intake was suboptimal averaging 12% of the daily calories, according to the findings of the survey as part of the study by Indian Council of Medical Research-India Diabetes (ICMR-INDIA ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narender Modi on Wednesday termed the establishment of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas "a landmark step in expanding access to quality education!" "The establishment of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas has been approved by the Cabinet. It is gladdening that KVs will include Balvatikas, nurturing children from the foundational stage. Several students will benefit, alongside the creation of many jobs," PM Modi said on X. He further added that "this is in line with our commitment t ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 29: India is in discussions with the US, the EU, New Zealand, Oman, Peru and Chile for free trade agreements (FTAs), while Qatar and Bahrain have also expressed interest, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on Monday. India Already Has FTAs with UAE, Australia, UK The FTA with the EFTA countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland), which was finalised in March 2024, will come into effect from October 1, Goyal added. The minister informed that the developed nations ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: After four days of relentless downpours, Telangana is expected to have a brief respite on Monday, with no rainfall alerts issued. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) placed the state under a yellow alert for thunderstorms. IMD data showed that Papannapet in Medak district received the heaviest 24-hour rainfall at 10.6 cm, followed by Manoor in Sangareddy with 9.28 cm and Nallabelly in Warangal at 9.15 cm. The statewide average rainfall for the day stood at 7.3 mm, nota ...Read More >
Guwahati: Burglars targeted the Faridabad residence of six-time world boxing champion Mary Kom earlier this week, while she was away in Meghalaya attending a marathon event in Sohra, officials confirmed on Saturday. Mary Kom received the news while participating in the Northeast event and informed the organisers about the burglary. "I'm scared, nervous, and worried. I was supposed to return to Delhi today, but this incident has left me shaken," she told them. She added that the theft reported ...Read More >
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday expressed strong confidence that the country will be free from violent Naxalism by next year. He was addressing the 'Naxal Mukt Bharat' session when he said that the government is working with a clear vision and strategy to completely eliminate Naxal violence. "We are confident that by March 31, 2026, violent Naxalism will be eradicated," he declared, setting a clear timeline for ending the decades-long internal security challenge. Highlighting the gover ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 28 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the valedictory session of Bharat Manthan-2025: Naxal Mukt Bharat - Ending Red Terror Under Modi Leadership in New Delhi on Sunday. Home Minister Shah stated that there was a time when the slogan of the Red Corridor, which stretched from Pashupatinath to Tirupati, caused concern, but today, people laugh when it is mentioned. According to the Ministry of Home Affairs official release, the Union Home Minister stated th ...Read More >
Mumbai: Solidaridad Asia, in collaboration with The Solvent Extractors' Association of India (SEA) and the Asian Palm Oil Alliance (APOA), released a research-backed white paper titled Path to Palm Oil Self-Sufficiency in India. The white paper provides a comprehensive strategy to reduce India's heavy reliance on palm oil imports, boost domestic production, and achieve up to 50% self-sufficiency by 2047, potentially saving trillions of dollars in import costs while enhancing farmer income and en ...Read More >
Kochi: Superstar Mammootty's son, actor Dulquer Salmaan, on Friday approached the Kerala High Court seeking the release of his luxury vehicles seized by the Customs Department during 'Operation Numkhoor', early this week. In his petition, the actor challenged the legality of the seizure and demanded that the vehicle be returned at the earliest. According to the petition, Customs authorities had taken into custody one among four vehicles owned by Salmaan, two Land Rovers and two Nissan models. ...Read More >
New Delhi : Servotech Renewable Power System Ltd. (NSE: SERVOTECH), India's leading solar solutions manufacturer, is proud to announce that it has bagged a 1.2 MW grid-connected rooftop solar project from Northern Railway Moradabad Division. This project marks yet another milestone in Servotech's journey of driving India's clean energy transition. As part of this contract, Servotech will carry out end-to-end execution of on-grid rooftop solar PV systems. This includes the design, manufacturing, ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 16 (ANI): Road and Surface Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that the highways in the country were being built to international standards and that efforts are being made to explore new technologies to deal with the damage caused by rains, floods and cloudbursts. Addressing Panchjanya Infra Confluence here, Gadkari said treated sewage water will be used for road and building construction. The Minister said that by combining modern technology with eco-friendl ...Read More >
New Delhi: In an unprecedented achievement for Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under NITI Aayog, as its flagship programme 'Mega Tinkering Day 2025' has been formally accepted into both the India Book of Records and the Asia Book of Records. On August 12, an incredible 4,73,350 students from 9,467 Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL) schools across the country participated in a live online innovation challenge, where a professional guided them in designing their own DIY vacuum cleaner for the journey aligned ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: A viral post on X alleging that a woman from the Northeast was harassed during a police raid at a south Delhi shop prompted protests and disciplinary action against an assistant sub-inspector, officials said on Sunday. According to a Delhi Police statement, the episode began when a PCR call at around 9.30 am on Saturday reported alleged sale and consumption of illicit liquor at a shop in the SLC area. The call was assigned to ASI Virender of Ashram police station, who arrived with a ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 14 (PTI) A police officer has been sent to the district lines after a woman from the Northeast accused him of misbehaving with her during a raid in south Delhi's Ashram area, officials said on Sunday. The incident came to light after a post on X alleging harassment by the accused went viral, sparking outrage and demands for strict action against the policeman. The post alleged that Virender, as assistant sub-inspector (ASI) attached to the Ashram police station, misbehaved with ...Read More >
Aizawl, Sep 13 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that the northeastern region earlier suffered heavily due to 'vote bank' politics, but is now being transformed into the country's growth engine due to efforts of the BJP-led government at the Centre. During his second visit to Mizoram after becoming the Prime Minister in 2014, Modi launched projects worth Rs 9,000 crore, and addressed a public rally virtually from Lengpui Airport near Aizawl as he could not reach the venue, Lam ...Read More >
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