IAF Corporal from Arunachal killed in Pahalgam terror attack
An Indian Air Force Corporal, Tage Hailyang, from Arunachal Pradesh, tragically died in a terror attack in Pahalgam. Chief Minister Pema Khandu expressed deep sorrow, highlighting Hailyang's service and the nation's loss. An Assam family narrowly escaped the attack, with the state government arranging their return.
China says there are no negotiations with the US over tariffs
BANGKOK, April 24, 2025 (AP) China on Thursday denied U.S. President Donald Trumps assertion that the two sides were involved in active negotiations over tariffs, saying that any suggestion of progress in this matter was as groundless as trying to catch the wind. Chinas comments come after Trump said Tuesday that the final tariff rate on Chinas exports would come down substantially from the current 145%. Chinas position is consistent and we are open to consultations and dialogues, but any form of consultations and negotiations must be conducted on the basis of mutual respect and in an equal manner,
Gold futures rise Rs 888 to Rs 95,610/10g
New Delhi, Apr 24 (PTI) Gold prices on Thursday jumped Rs 888 to Rs 95,610 per 10 grams in futures trade as speculators created fresh positions on a firm spot demand. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold contracts for June delivery traded higher by Rs 888 or 0.94 per cent at Rs 95,610 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 17,780 lots. Fresh positions built up by participants led to a rise in gold prices, analysts said. Globally, gold futures increased 0.92 per cent to USD 3,318.47 per ounce in New York.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma urged Hindus and Muslims to unite against terrorism, emphasizing the need to punish countries like Pakistan and Bangladesh. He highlighted a shift in terrorist tactics, citing an incident in Pahalgam where victims were targeted based on their religion.
Gold soars to a new high as economic uncertainty deepens, what you need to know the gold?
As economic uncertainty deepens worldwide, gold prices have notched more and more record highs. Thats because gold sales can rise sharply when anxious investors seek safe havens for parking their money. Golds current rally arrives as U.S. President Donald Trump continues to announce new tariffs on economic allies and foes alike, roiling financial markets into volatility and threatening to reignite inflation for families and businesses alike. Recently, the International Monetary Fund said that outlooks for economies worldwide, including the U.S., have significantly worsened in the wake of Trumps sweeping tariffs and the uncertainty they have created. And Trumps recent threats
Asia shares trade mixed as uncertainty persists over Trumps tariff plans
TOKYO, April 24, 2025 (AP) Asian shares traded mixed Thursday, as worries crept back following a Wall Street rally that came after President Donald Trump appeared to back off his criticism of the Federal Reserve and his tough talk in his trade war. Japans benchmark Nikkei 225 added nearly 0.9% in morning trading to 35,168.80. Australias S&P/ASX 200 rose 0.6% to 7,966.50. South Koreas Kospi lost 0.5% to 2,513.17. Hong Kongs Hang Seng declined 0.3% to 22,005.16, while the Shanghai Composite gained 0.4% to 3,309.12. Calling Trumps policy announcements headline turbulence, Tan Jing Yi of the Asia & Oceania
Stock markets decline in early trade after 7-day rally
Mumbai, Apr 24 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Thursday amid profit-taking after a seven-day rally and muted trend in Asian markets. The 30-share BSE benchmark declined 242.01 points to 79,874.48 in early trade. The NSE Nifty went down by 72.3 points to 24,256.65. In the past seven trading days, the BSE benchmark gauge zoomed 6,269.34 points or 8.48 per cent and the Nifty jumped 1,929.8 points or 8.61 per cent. From the Sensex firms, Eternal, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, Mahindra & Mahindra, HCL Technologies, Reliance Industries, and HDFC Bank were among the laggards.
CGHS to launch modernised Health Management Information System
New Delhi [India], April 24 (ANI): The CGHS (Central Government Health Scheme), a flagship programme under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, is undergoing a major digital transformation with the launch of the next-generation Health Management Information System (HMIS). Developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), this comprehensive digital platform is scheduled to go live from April 28, 2025, the Health Ministry said in a release on Wednesday. The revamped HMIS will enable faster, more transparent, and user-friendly access to CGHS services, ensuring improved service delivery and administrative efficiency. The release said there are key reforms
Gold rebounds on dip buying despite US-China trade deal hopes
April 24 (Reuters) Gold prices jumped more than 1% on Thursday on bargain buying, a day after the bullion hit a one-week low amid optimism over the U.S.-China trade deal. Spot gold rose 1.5% to $3,335.39 an ounce, as of 0312 GMT. U.S. gold futures gained 1.5% to $3,344. Non-yielding bullion, traditionally seen as a hedge against global instability, hit a record high of $3,500.05 on Tuesday but fell below the $3,300 level on Wednesday. The kind of volatility were seeing this week is being driven by technicals and headline risk. But the fundamentals are strong, so dip buying
Union Minister Scindia holds review meeting with Mizoram CM virtually
Aizawl: Union DoNER ministerJyotiraditya M. Scindia on Wednesday virtually reviewed Mizorams state action plan with Chief Minister Lalduhoma to assess the progress of development initiatives undertaken by the state government, official sources said. During the review meeting held via video conference, the two leaders discussedkeyissues raised in previous review meetings, along with action taken reports, [] The post Union Minister Scindia holds review meeting with Mizoram CM virtually appeared first on NorthEast Now .
India blames Pakistan for a deadly attack in Kashmir and suspends a key water treaty
SRINAGAR, India, April 24, 2025 (AP) India blamed Pakistan on Wednesday for a militant attack that killed 26 people in Indian-held Kashmir, downgrading diplomatic ties and suspending a crucial water-sharing treaty that has withstood two wars between the nuclear-armed rivals. The spray of gunfire at tourists Tuesday in a scenic, mountain-ringed valley was the worst assault in years targeting civilians in the restive region that is claimed by both countries. The unidentified gunmen also wounded 17 other people. Indias foreign secretary, Vikram Misri, announced the diplomatic moves against Pakistan at a news conference in New Delhi late Wednesday, saying
Indian army uncovers hidden warlike stores of weapons in Manipur
Imphal: In a joint operation of the Indian Army, Assam Rifles, and state forces recovered a cache of arms, ammo, explosives, and weapons from an abandoned camp of the miscreants located at the Pourabi village under Lamlai police station in Imphal East District of Manipur on Wednesday. Official reports stated that the Indian Army received [] The post Indian army uncovers hidden warlike stores of weapons in Manipur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: 3 insurgents of different groups arrested in Imphal East
Imphal: A joint team from the central and Manipur police apprehended three activists of separate valley-based underground groups and recovered a four-wheeler, 2 mobile phones, and Rs. 2600 in cash fromtheir possession on Wednesday. The police reported that arrests and seizures were made during different operations conducted in the Imphal East district.In the first operation [] The post Manipur: 3 insurgents of different groups arrested in Imphal East appeared first on NorthEast Now .
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Arrangements made to bring back Assam family: Assam CM
GUWAHATI, April 23: The Assam government is making arrangements to bring back a family that survived the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, the Chief Ministers Office said on Wednesday. The@CMOfficeAssam has spoken to a survivor from Assam of the dastardly #PahalgamTerrorAttack and has taken a full brief of the incident which they have faced []
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SHILLONG: Assam aro Meghalaya adok damgnini simarango ongenggipa golmalrangko namatna gita adok damgnini sorkarirang, skanggipa bako taraken kamrangko kae matchotatahaoba dao bangki dongenggipa damdok biaprangko namatna gita adok damgnini gisepo gnigipa agangrikanide bonchipskakuenga aro kamrangko abachengpiltaina gita Meghalaya sorkari, Assam sorkarina sengna nangkuenga. Ia gnigipa agangrikaniko adok damgnini sorkarirang, batanggimin bilsirangon abachengatahaoba dao bilsisa batpile [] The post Assam-Mlaya simani bidingo gnigipa agangrikani bonchipenga appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Tripura starts work on embankment repair
Conrad to attend Pope funeral in Vatican
Rain triggers waterlogging woes in Dibrugarh
1.42L girl students get self-defence training
Lalduhoma focusses on sustainable water mgmt
Two Kuki villages set ablaze in Kamjong dist
Amritpals fresh detention under NSA begins in Dibrugarh jail
Mizoram CM chairs first meet of task force on NEEC
28 students of OIL Pragyan Super 30 clear JEE Mains
Meghalaya students back from Ktaka
13 MDCs meet guv, stake claim to form LADC executive panel
Guwahati dist library holds meet to enhance reader experience
Travel operators fear losses amid drop in J&K tours
Tripura pays tribute to Pahalgam victims with candlelight vigils
Arunachal BJP organises seminar on waqf reforms
Protests against terror attack across Barak Valley
Sonowal pays tribute to Pahalgam victims, promises strong action
Conrad condemns Pahalgam massacre
India cracks down on Pakistan post-Pahalgam attack, suspends water treaty & visas
Guwahati: The Indian government on Wednesday announced a series of stringent actions against Pakistan in response to the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in 28 fatalities. Addressing the media persons regarding the recent announcement, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri outlined several strict and punitive measures against Pakistan, taken by the Cabinet [] The post India cracks down on Pakistan post-Pahalgam attack, suspends water treaty & visas appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam MP stayed in Pakistan for 15 days without informing Indian govt: Himanta
Guwahati: Without taking the name of Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said one parliamentarian from the state had stayed in Pakistan for 15 days without intimation to the Indian government. The Assam CM and the BJP have been attacking Gogoi, the Deputy Leader of Congress in Lok Sabha, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Manipur: Kuki-Zo organisations slam Kamjong arson attacks, seek justice & rehabilitation
Guwahati: A coalition of Kuki-Zo organizations has strongly condemned the recent arson and violence in Gampal and Haijang villages, located in Manipurs Kamjong District, raising concerns about escalating ethnic tensions and the governments response. The Kuki Inpi Manipur (KIM), Kuki Students Organisation (KSO-GHQ), Kuki Chiefs Association, Manipur (KCA-M), Kuki Women Union (KWU-GHQ), and Kuki Women [] The post Manipur: Kuki-Zo organisations slam Kamjong arson attacks, seek justice & rehabilitation appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam CM slams Pahalgam terror attack, calls it targeted religious hate crime
Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, calling it a targeted hate crime driven by religious hatred. Addressing the media on Wednesday, CM Sarma linked the attack to recent provocative statements from Pakistan, warning of a rising threat to Hindu communities. Just seven days [] The post Assam CM slams Pahalgam terror attack, calls it targeted religious hate crime appeared first on NorthEast Now .
President Murmu postpones Assam visit amid Pahalgam terror attack
Guwahati: President Droupadi Murmu has postponed her two-day visit to Assam, originally scheduled for later this week, in light of the recent brutal terror attack in the Pahalgam area of Jammu and Kashmir, officials confirmed on Wednesday. According to the sources President Murmu was expected to arrive in Guwahati on Thursday evening and attend two [] The post President Murmu postpones Assam visit amid Pahalgam terror attack appeared first on NorthEast Now .
US tariffs could shave up to half a percentage point off India GDP, says finance secretary
WASHINGTON, April 23 (Reuters) The direct hit from tariffs introduced by Donald Trumps administration on India could shave off between 0.2-0.5 percentage points from GDP growth, the countrys Finance Secretary Ajay Seth said on Wednesday. Now there is a sign of thatwe grow about 6.5% in the current year, said Seth, speaking at a Hudson Institute event on the sidelines of the Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank in Washington. Second order (effects) would be important, said Seth, referring to concerns that trade turmoil would slow global growth. He added that he expected potential growth
Reciting Islamic verse 'Kalma' saved life of Assam University Professor in Pahalgam
Assam University Professor Debasish Bhattacharya narrowly escaped a terrorist attack in Pahalgam by reciting the 'Kalma'. Gunmen targeted tourists, and Bhattacharya, feigning Muslim faith, was spared after reciting the verse. The Assam government is arranging for Bhattacharya and his family's safe return home following the deadly incident where many tourists were killed and injured.
How Knowing Islamic Verse May Have Saved Hindu Man's Life In J&K Attack
Knowing the 'kalima' (an Islamic declaration of faith) probably led to a professor from Assam narrowly escaping with his life during the terror attack in Pahalgam, in which 26 people were killed.
Assam: Govt permits fishing at Kazirangas sixth addition, sparks controversy
Guwahati: The Sonitpur and Biswanath district administrations have reportedly issued permits for fishing activities within the sixth addition area of the Kaziranga National Park in Assam, triggering strong opposition from wildlife activists. The move is being decried as a blatant violation of the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, given the areas status as a national [] The post Assam: Govt permits fishing at Kazirangas sixth addition, sparks controversy appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland: RPP seeks Minister Imna Alongs resignation over regularisation controversy
Dimapur: The Rising Peoples Party (RPP) on Wednesday called on Nagaland Higher Education Minister Imna Along to step down from his portfolio, citing concerns over the controversial regularisation of 147 contractual assistant professors and librarians in the state. In an official statement, the RPP asserted that the move is in the interest of fairness and [] The post Nagaland: RPP seeks Minister Imna Alongs resignation over regularisation controversy appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Escaped death by chanting la ilaha illallah: Pahalgam survivor recounts
GUWAHATI: A university teacher from Assam escaped death in Pahalgam , Kashmir by the skin of his teeth by uttering the Islamic verse la ilaha illallah. Recounting the horror, Professor Debashish Bhattacharjee, head of the Bengali Department at the Assam University in Silchar, said he had seen death from very near. He went to Kashmir accompanied by his wife and son, and had included Baisaran in their holiday itinerary. We were soaking in the beauty of the place when suddenly the gunfire erupted. I tried to save my life by lying down under a tree. I heard people chanting la ilaha illallah (the first of six kalimas which are foundational Islamic declarations). I too chanted it, Bhattacharjee said. One person was in a dilemma whether or not to lie down. He was shot in no time. He fell down and his blood splattered onto my body. When a gunman came to me and asked what I was murmuring, I tried to chant la ilaha illallah quite loudly. He soon left the place, Bhattacharjee further stated. Kashmiri trader saves four families from Chhattisgarh during Pahalgam terror attack He said after that, he along with his family members and some others, including a child, ran towards the fence, crossed it by climbing and started walking towards a hillside. For the next two hours, we walked following in horses hoof prints. We reached a village and met a Kashmiri woman. She showed us the road leading to Pahalgam. On the way, we met the two horse riders whom we had hired. Eventually, we reached Pahalgam, the teacher, who was in Srinagar along with his family members on Wednesday, said. He said he had seen three attackers and heard the sound of at least 15 gunshots. He added that when he was on the hill and fleeing, he heard the sound of gunshots for 30 minutes. Indore resident Sushil Nathaniel was shot dead after he failed to recite Kalma, says family
Manipur: Curfew imposed following arson attack in Kamjong
Imphal: The Kamjong District Magistrate on Wednesday imposed an indefinite curfew starting from 2:00 pm in response to arson attacks that destroyed several homes in Gampal and Haiyang villages under the Sahamphung sub-division of Manipurs Kamjong district. The curfew order, issued by District Magistrate Rangnamei Rang Peter, follows a report from the Superintendent of Police, [] The post Manipur: Curfew imposed following arson attack in Kamjong appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Tripura: Rs 476.55 cr budget tabled for Agartala, slaughterhouse proposed
Agartala: Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) of Tripura Mayor Dipak Majumder on Wednesday presented a tax-free deficit budget of Rs 476.55 crore for the financial year 2025-26. This marks an increase of Rs 60 crore from last years budget of Rs 416 crore. The AMC has earmarked Rs 56 lakh for establishing a moder slaughterhouse in [] The post Tripura: Rs 476.55 cr budget tabled for Agartala, slaughterhouse proposed appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Gold halts record rally, drops Rs 2,400 to Rs 99,200/10 g amid easing US-China tensions
New Delhi, Apr 23 (PTI) Gold prices took a U-turn from the historic Rs 1 lakh-mark and declined Rs 2,400 to Rs 99,200 per 10 gram in the national capital on Wednesday amid weak global trend. According to the All India Sarafa Association, the precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity spurted by Rs 1,800 to hit the lifetime peak of Rs 1,01,600 per 10 grams on Tuesday. Gold of 99.5 per cent fall sharply by Rs 3,400 to Rs 98,700 per 10 grams on Wednesday, a day after jumping Rs 2,800 to an all-time high of Rs 1,02,100 per
After the incident many surviving victims told chilling stories of how the terrorists forced them to reveal their religious identities. One of the tourists from Assam who was visiting the area also faced the deadly terror attack and recounted terrifying incidents that killed many within few hours.
Manipur: FOCS to observe May 3 as day of remembrance & solidarity
Guwahati: The Federation of Civil Society Organisations (FOCS), Manipur, has officially announced the observance of May 3, 2025, as a solemn day of remembrance and solidarity under the theme Bridging Divides for Shared Future. According to FOCS, the observance will take place at 10 am at the Yumnam Khunou Community Hall in Imphal East district, [] The post Manipur: FOCS to observe May 3 as day of remembrance & solidarity appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Meghalaya: JNC nabs five Bangladeshi nationals in East Jaitia Hills
Guwahati: The Jaitia National Council (JNC) on Wednesday nabbed five Bangladeshi nationals who had illegally entered Meghalayas East Jaitia Hills district without valid documentation. A JNC team led by Ency Shadap, chairman of the Employment Commission, along with Mebanteilang Sukhlai, secretary, and CEC Allmiki Ryngkhlem, assistant secretary of the JNC, nabbed them during a check [] The post Meghalaya: JNC nabs five Bangladeshi nationals in East Jaitia Hills appeared first on NorthEast Now .
President Murmu Postpones Assam Visit Due To Pahalgam Terror Attack
On Friday, Murmu was scheduled to confer the Srimanta Sankardeva Award to dance exponent Sonal Mansingh at a state government function.
U-Turn: Assam govt scraps eco-sensitive zone proposal around Kaziranga National Park
Guwahati: In a significant development, the Assam government has abruptly withdrawn its ambitious proposal for a massive 3600 sq. km integrated Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) encompassing Kaziranga National Park & Tiger Reserve (KNP&TR) and seven adjoining Protected Areas. In a letter addressed to the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Assam Chief Secretary Ravi [] The post U-Turn: Assam govt scraps eco-sensitive zone proposal around Kaziranga National Park appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Low tree survival raises questions over Rs 420 cr Assam afforestation
Guwahati: While multiple agencies have raised alarms over Assams shrinking forest cover, the states Forest Department presents a contrasting narrative regarding its afforestation efforts. According to a report by the Assam Tribune, the department spent more than Rs 420 crore on afforestation projects over the past decade. However, even after accounting for survival rates, nearly [] The post Low tree survival raises questions over Rs 420 cr Assam afforestation appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur police arrest man for alleged abetment of wifes suicide
Imphal: The Manipur Police arrested a 55-year-old man who had evaded capture after his wife was found hanging at their residence in Sagolband Govindaji, Imphal West district, an official said on Wednesday. According to the official, police arrested the man identified as Rajkumar Chaoba on the charge of abetment to the suicide of his wife, [] The post Manipur police arrest man for alleged abetment of wifes suicide appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Pahalgam attack: Assam citizens group questions Kashmir normality claims
Guwahati: The Axom Nagarik Samaj (ANS), a civil society organization in Assam, has strongly condemned the deadly terrorist attack at Pahalgam in Kashmir, which resulted in the loss of 26 lives and left many others critically injured. In a press release, the ANS expressed deep shock and offered its heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families [] The post Pahalgam attack: Assam citizens group questions Kashmir normality claims appeared first on NorthEast Now .
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Pahalgam attack: Security agencies release sketches of 3 suspects
Guwahati: Security agencies on Wednesday released sketches of three men suspected to be involved in Pahalgam massacre, in south Kashmir, that killed 26 people, mostly tourists, on Tuesday. Officials identified the suspects as Asif Fauji, Suleman Shah, and Abu Talha, who reportedly operate under the code names Moosa, Yunus, and Asif. Authorities believe the trio [] The post Pahalgam attack: Security agencies release sketches of 3 suspects appeared first on NorthEast Now .
The hunt for B S Gogoi: A murder in Tamil Nadu, a vanishing act and, three decades later, a police team in Assam The Indian Express
How Hindu Professor from Assam escaped by reciting 'kalma'
Security sources said that Corporal Hailyiang was on leave and travelling with his wife when a group of heavily armed terrorists launched a brutal assault
Manipur Governor urges youth to uphold justice & unity
Imphal: Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, on Wednesday called the youths of the state to create a brighter, stronger, and united Manipur. The Governor, in a communique issued from the Raj Bhavan, Imphal, stated that the state has taken significant efforts over the past months to restore normalcy and ensure that Manipur progresses on [] The post Manipur Governor urges youth to uphold justice & unity appeared first on NorthEast Now .
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Manipur Governor pays homage to fallen heroes on Khongjom Day
Imphal: Manipur observed Khongjom Day on Wednesday with Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla leading hundreds in paying ritual tributes to the brave warriors who defended the then-independent kingdom against external invaders in 1891. Governor Bhalla, along with the attendees, offered rich tributes to both known and unknown soldiers at the Khongjom War Memorial, located about 35 [] The post Manipur Governor pays homage to fallen heroes on Khongjom Day appeared first on NorthEast Now .
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During the Pahalgam terror attack, terrorists shot the man lying next to an Assam professor but spared him as he recited the Kalima
Kottayam twin murder: Police team arrests prime accused
KOTTAYAM: In a major breakthrough, the police tracked down the prime suspect in the brutal murders of 70-year-old businessman Vijayakumar and his wife Meera in Thiruvathukkal, Kottayam, using the digital footprint left behind on the victims mobile phone. The arrested individual is Amit Urang, a migrant labourer and former employee of Vijayakumar. A native of Assam, Amit was taken into custody by a team led by District Police Chief Shahul Hameed. According to officials, Amit fled the scene shortly after committing the murder, carrying Vijayakumars mobile phone with him. The police were able to trace Amits movements using his digital activity on the phone. The suspects use of Google services and Gmail on Vijayakumars phone played a critical role in tracing his location, said an official. We were able to follow his digital trail and stay right behind him as he tried to vanish. After the crime was reported, the police established that Amit had travelled by train from Kottayam to Ernakulam and then boarded a bus to Perumbavoor. From there, he attempted to reach Thrissur by another bus. However, his movements were closely tracked and the police finally apprehended him in Mala, Thrissur district. Soon after the murders, he checked into a lodge near Kottayam railway station in the early hours of the morning. From there, he continued his escape to Perumbavoor and beyond, a police official said. Vijayakumar and Meera were found murdered in their home on Tuesday morning. Both were discovered in separate rooms, lying in pools of blood, their faces bearing deep wounds inflicted by a sharp weapon. Further investigation revealed that Amit had previously been arrested and remanded for nearly five months in a case of financial theft using Vijayakumars phone. During his time in jail, his girlfriend parted ways with him, a development investigators believe may have contributed to his motive for the killings.
Assam: NSCN-Yung Aung pledges action against coal in Tinsukia
Guwahati: The NSCN-Yung Aung has strongly condemned the unauthorized extraction of coal and crude oil within Naga territories spanning Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. The group vowed to undertake appropriate military action to safeguard the interests of the Tangsa Naga people in the area. The NSCN-Yung Aung specifically denounced what it described as forceful eviction attempts [] The post Assam: NSCN-Yung Aung pledges action against coal in Tinsukia appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Beloved Assamese Comedian Fwilao Basumatary, Basuda of Beharbari Outpost, Passes Away
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Manipur Police Arrest Arambai Tengol and KCP(PWG) Members Amid Rising Security Concerns
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Officials from Ukraine, US and UK meet in London in latest push to stop the war
LONDON, April 23, 2025 (AP) Diplomats and defense chiefs from Britain, the U.S., European nations and Ukraine will meet in London on Wednesday to push for a peace deal between Moscow and Kyiv. British Defense Secretary John Healey said the meeting of foreign ministers and national security advisers follows talks last week in Paris and will include what a ceasefire might look like and how to secure peace in the long term. Those attending include retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg, President Donald Trumps envoy for Ukraine and Russia. The U.S. State Department said Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who
Gold falls as Trump backs down from threat to fire Fed chief
April 23 (Reuters) Gold prices fell more than 1% on Wednesday as U.S. President Donald Trump backed down from threats to dismiss Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and expressed optimism for a trade deal with China, denting bullions safe-haven appeal. Spot gold fell 1.2% to $3,339.53 an ounce by 0428 GMT. U.S. gold futures fell 2% to $3,349.80. The hint of U.S.-China negotiations and Trump backing down his threat to remove Powell caused the sell off in gold price to hit a kind of a very extreme oversold level in the short term perspective here, said Kelvin Wong, senior
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Rupee falls 15 paise to 85.34 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Apr 23 (PTI) Rupee depreciated 15 paise to 85.34 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, after the American currency recovered supported by Donald Trumps softened stance particularly towards the Federal Reserve and against China. Forex traders said the market found support after Trump on Tuesday backed off from threats to fire FED Chair Jerome Powell after days of intensifying criticism against him for not cutting rates. Trump also signalled the possibility of lower tariffs against China. The dollar index rose to 99.28, while the US 10-year bond yield was slightly lower at 4.34 per cent.
Trump says he has no intention of firing Federal Reserve chair
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2025 (AP) President Donald Trump said Tuesday he has no plans to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, just days after his statement that he would like to terminate the head of the U.S. central bank caused a stock market selloff. I have no intention of firing him, Trump told reporters. The U.S. president had previously insinuated otherwise as he said he could fire Powell if he wanted to, having been frustrated by the Fed putting a pause on cuts to short-term interest rates. Powell has said that Trumps tariffs are creating uncertainty about slower growth
Manipur: Two Arambai Tengol members arrested for abducting Assam man
Imphal: Manipur Police have arrested two members of Arambai Tengol (AT), a Meitei socio-cultural group, for their suspected involvement in the abduction of a man from Cachar district of Assam. The victim was successfully rescued in coordinated police operations. According to the Manipur Police morning bulletin, the arrests were made during separate raids conducted over [] The post Manipur: Two Arambai Tengol members arrested for abducting Assam man appeared first on NorthEast Now .
In a first, drone-based cleaning of train coaches and station carried out at Assam's Kamakhya
Northeast Frontier Railway conducted a first-of-its-kind drone-based cleaning operation at Kamakhya railway station, targeting high-rise structures and train coaches. The initiative demonstrated the potential of drone technology to improve cleanliness and hygiene by efficiently accessing difficult-to-reach areas.
Manipur police arrest arrest militants involved in extortion in Imphal
Imphal: Central and state forces arrested four individuals from separate underground groups, including one woman, during a series of operations across the three valley districts of Manipur Imphal West, Imphal East, and Kakching on Tuesday. Among those arrested were two active cadres of the banned Kangleipak Communist Party Peoples War Group (KCP-PWG), who were [] The post Manipur police arrest arrest militants involved in extortion in Imphal appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Mizoram: CADC approves Rs 23,012.74 lakh budget for FY 202526
Aizawl: The Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) in Mizoram approved its annual budget estimates for the financial year 20252026, totaling Rs 23,012.74 lakh, during the third sitting of its ongoing budget session held on Monday. The budget was initially presented by the Chief Executive Member (CEM), Molin Kumar Chakma, on April 17, 2025. Following a [] The post Mizoram: CADC approves Rs 23,012.74 lakh budget for FY 202526 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: Assamese comedian Fwilao Basumatary, known for Basuda role, passes away
Guwahati: Assamese comedian Fwilao Basumatary, known for his character Basuda in the long-running television series Beharbari Outpost, passed away on Tuesday night in Guwahati, Assam. He had been undergoing treatment for a physical ailment for the past few days. Basumatary was a key figure and one of the main attractions of Beharbari Outpost for many [] The post Assam: Assamese comedian Fwilao Basumatary, known for Basuda role, passes away appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Two men from Assam held in Chennai; heroin seized
Guwahati Diary: CM Sarma leading from the front, says actor Mithun
CM Sarma leading from the front: Mithun While in Silchar to attend a cultural festival organised by the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad last week, veteran actor and BJP stalwart Mithun Chakraborty delivered a strong endorsement of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The actor-turned-politician described Sarma as a leader with a spine. Assam has got a strong chief minister who is leading the state from the front, he said. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award recipient also took potshots at the West Bengal government, saying, While appeasement politics exists in many places to some extent, in West Bengal, it has spiralled out of control. Bhutanese Kings day out in Assam The King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, recently paid a visit to Indias first-ever international multi-modal logistics park in Assam being constructed as part of the Bharatmala Project. The park being developed by National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd will integrate road, rail, air and waterways. Spread across 317 acres on the banks of the Brahmaputra, the project is set to unlock immense economic potential for Assam by facilitating trade with Bhutan and Bangladesh. The strategic proximity of Bhutans urban development initiative The Gelephu Mindfulness City will contribute to its success. Record: 169 mn kg of tea sold in 202425 The Guwahati Tea Auction Centre (GTAC) has set a new record by selling 169.13 million kg of tea in the financial year 202425 at an average price of Rs 227.7 per kg. This marked an increase from 166.34 million kg sold in the previous financial year at an average price of Rs 183.2 per kg a notable rise of Rs 44.50 per kg. Dinesh Bihani, secretary, Guwahati Tea Auction Buyers Association, said, The total sales turnover for the fiscal year is estimated to be around Rs 3,851 crore. He said Bought Leaf Factories also enjoyed strong and remunerative pricing throughout the year, with a line of Bejopathar teas being sold at Rs 471 per kg. Prasanta mazumdar Our correspondent in Guwahati prasantamazumdar@newindianexpress.com
How much water is enough after waking up?
More and more people are starting their day with a glass of water every morning a simple habit thats quickly becoming a key part of healthy living. But how much water should you actually drink after waking up? With so many people talking about it online especially health lovers and early risers experts are now [] The post How much water is enough after waking up? appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Horoscope today, April 23, 2025: Check your astrological predictions here
Horoscope Today | 23 April 2025:If you are interested in astrology, let us take you through what your day could look like. Here is thehoroscopefor23 April 2025. Read what the stars have in store for you today(23 April 2025). Aries (Mar 21 Apr 20)A spark within signals the need for growth. Dont ignore it. [] The post Horoscope today, April 23, 2025: Check your astrological predictions here appeared first on NorthEast Now .
India will hunt down all terrorists who killed tourists in Jammu and Kashmir: Himanta Biswa Sarma
GUWAHATI, April 22: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday asserted that all the terrorists, who are responsible for attacking and killing 26 people in Jammu and Kashmir, will be hunted down by India. The entire nation stands firmly with the bereaved families in this hour of grief, he added. I have full faith []
Child sold for Rs 5,000 by step-grandfather; rescued by police
GUWAHATI, April 22: Assam Police rescued a one-year-old girl, who was sold around 11 months ago by her step-grandfather, and arrested two persons for their alleged involvement in the crime, a senior officer said on Tuesday. Deputy Commissioner (East) of Guwahati Police, Mrinal Deka, told reporters that the two accused have been arrested on charges []
NGH-oni gimagipa mechikni manggisiko Assam-o mana
Resubelpara: Jagokpilatgipa obosta onganio, mechik saksa jean meja batanggimin April 19 tarikoni gimaengachim, uni manggisiko Assam Goalpara district-ni Dudhnoi PS-ni ningo gaakgipa Damra songosa Mongolbar pringo maneskaha. Sianggipa mechik North Garo Hills district-oni ongachim, uni gimaani mamlako Mendipathar PS-o segataha aro Police-rang ua mechikko sandiengachim. Mongolbar pringo jolni manderang mechikni manggisiko chio balboe dongako nike [] The post NGH-oni gimagipa mechikni manggisiko Assam-o mana appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Auction of seized areca nuts sparks protests from Mizoram farmers
Aizawl marks Earth Day with focus on climate resilience
