Children of 9/11 to finally get a major health study
Sept 10 (Reuters) When hijacked planes brought down the World Trade Centers twin towers on September 11, 2001, roughly 25,000 children were living or attending school nearby in lower Manhattan, and thousands more were in surrounding neighborhoods. Some were infants and toddlers, while others were still in the womb. Even though they were exposed to the massive toxic cloud and settling dust containing pulverized concrete, glass fibers, asbestos, and other pollutants in the days and weeks after the towers fell, very few of these children were enrolled in the government-funded follow-up health studies of WTC survivors. Those were mainly
Rupee slumps 38 paise to close at 95.46 against US dollar
Mumbai, Sept 10 (PTI) The rupee depreciated 38 paise to close at 95.46 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday, as Brent crude breached the USD 102 threshold, mounting concerns over the countrys import cost trajectory. Forex traders said the currency is currently facing opposing forces, with downside pressure driven by a resumption of foreign portfolio outflows, following positive flows in July and August and crude oil trading above USD 102 per barrel. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.15 against the US dollar, then lost ground to close at 95.46 (provisional) against the American currency,
British Band 'Gorillaz' to perform in Guwahati during first India tour: Himanta Sarma
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 10 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Thursday announced that legendary British virtual band Gorillaz will perform in Guwahati on January 31, 2027, as part of the groups first-ever tour of India. Taking to social media, Sarma said Guwahati has been selected as one of the host cities for the landmark India tour and expressed excitement over welcoming the band as well as music fans from across the country. Delighted to announce that the legendary Gorillaz will perform in Guwahati on January 31, 2027, as part of their first ever India tour, Sarma said. He added that Guwahati was proud to be among the host cities for the tour and said the city was looking forward to hosting both the band and fans travelling to Assam for the performance. The announcement marks a major development for Assams entertainment and cultural landscape, with an internationally recognised act set to perform in the state. The concert is also expected to draw visitors from different parts of India, potentially giving a boost to the citys tourism and hospitality sectors. Gorillaz, known for their distinctive blend of alternative rock, hip-hop, electronic music and pop, have developed a global following since their formation in the late 1990s. The band is the brainchild of musician Damon Albarn and artist Jamie Hewlett and is recognised for its animated members and multimedia-driven performances. The Guwahati show will form part of the band's maiden India tour, bringing the groups music and visual spectacle to Indian audiences. Sarma also tagged the official Gorillaz account while announcing the concert, underlining the significance of the event for the state. The announcement comes as Guwahati continues to emerge as a venue for major cultural and entertainment events, strengthening its position as a prominent destination in the Northeast. With the January 31 performance, Assam is set to host one of the most prominent international music acts to visit the region, while fans from across the country will have an opportunity to experience Gorillaz live in Guwahati. The event is expected to generate considerable interest among music enthusiasts in Assam and beyond, in the coming months.
Markets snap 3-day losses; elevated crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions weigh on sentiment
Mumbai, Sep 10 (PTI) Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended higher on Thursday, snapping three days of decline, on fag-end buying in blue-chip HDFC Bank and Axis Bank. However, elevated crude oil prices above USD 100-per-barrel mark, amid persistent geopolitical tensions, kept risk appetite subdued throughout the day. The 30-share BSE Sensex advanced 138.36 points, or 0.19 per cent, to settle at 74,902.59 on last minute buying. During the day, it hit a high of 74,910.96 and a low of 74,598.47. The 50-share NSE Nifty edged higher by 46.30 points, or 0.20 per cent, to end at 23,477.80. Among
Doctor Gave Painkiller After Painkiller: Roommate Of Assam Student Who Died
Shruti Upadhyay, who was a student of Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE) in Assam, died during treatment in a hospital
Supreme Court agrees to hear plea seeking national policy for welfare of private school teachers
New Delhi, Sep 10 (PTI) The Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to hear a petition seeking a direction to the Centre to formulate a comprehensive national policy and appropriate statutory framework for ensuring the welfare, social security and post-retirement protection of private school teachers in the country. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta issued notice to the Centre, all states and Union Territories and others, including the National Council For Teacher Education, seeking their responses on the plea. The bench posted the petition, filed by Kerala-based petitioner Ligimol George, for hearing after four weeks. The plea, filed
6 Get Life Term For Killing Assam Woman Over Witchcraft Suspicion In 1995
The court sentenced them to life imprisonment under Sections 147, 148, 149, 302, 448 and 201 of the Indian Penal Code.
Gold futures rise to Rs 1.53 lakh/10 gm on firm spot demand
New Delhi, Sep 10 (PTI) Gold prices on Thursday rose by Rs 231 to Rs 1.53 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade as speculators created fresh positions on firm spot demand. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the yellow metal contract for the October delivery traded higher by Rs 231, or 0.15 per cent, at Rs 1,53,994 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 867 lots. Fresh positions by market participants led to a rise in the precious metals prices, analysts said. Gold futures rose 0.47 per cent to USD 4,419.57 per ounce in New York.
Census 2027 totally perverted, intent dubious: Congress
New Delhi, Sep 10 (PTI) The Congress on Thursday alleged that Census 2027 has gotten totally perverted with its intent very dubious and content at times worthless, superfluous and diabolical. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Rameshs attack on the government came over a media report which stated that the governments decision to advance the Population Enumeration phase of Census 2027 in four poll-bound States, coupled with the introduction of several new questions in the Census schedule, has prompted some former Census officials to raise concerns regarding the quality of data that is to be collected and the potential links
WASHINGTON, September 10, 2026 (AP) Earth cooked to its hottest month on record in August, blowing far past a key climate threshold, due to the dangerous double whammy of human-caused climate change and a supersized El Nino, according to the European climate service Copernicus. Augusts sizzle also helped push the globe and the United States to swelter through the hottest Northern Hemisphere summer scientists have measured. Last month the world averaged 62.53 degrees Fahrenheit (16.96 degrees Celsius), which technically was one-hundredth of a degree Celsius more than the all-time global mark set in July 2023, but because thats also
DRI uncovers cross-border wildlife trafficking network, seizes protected species in Assam, Meghalaya
Doomdooma: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has intensified its nationwide action against illegal wildlife trafficking, uncovering a major cross-border network involved in the movement of protected species and wildlife derivatives, officials said. Over the past 10 days, the agency carried out six intelligence-driven operations across the country, resulting in the seizure of two leopard [] The post DRI uncovers cross-border wildlife trafficking network, seizes protected species in Assam, Meghalaya appeared first on NorthEast Now .
OpenAI claims another huge mathematical result amid fights over credit, ethics and privacy
September 10, 2026 (Conversation) OpenAI has announced one of its unreleased artificial intelligence (AI) models has found an answer to one of the biggest open questions in mathematics, the Navier-Stokes Millennium Prize problem. The Millennium Prizes offer million-dollar rewards for solutions to seven notoriously difficult mathematical puzzles, and until now only one had been solved. Mathematical problems at this level are extremely complex. A solution to the similarly difficult ABC conjecture ran to more than 500 pages, and it took mathematicians six years to understand it enough to spot potential flaws. Researchers can devote entire careers to these problems, in
Residents allege forced Assam census, MDC seeks police outpost in border villages
Shillong, Sep 9: Residents of three villages along the Meghalaya-Assam border in West Khasi Hills have alleged that people from Assam are forcing them to enrol in the Assam census, prompting Rambrai MDC Lurshai Kharbani to seek immediate intervention of the state government. Kharbani, who met Deputy Chief Minister in-charge Home (Police) Prestone Tynsong on [] The post Residents allege forced Assam census, MDC seeks police outpost in border villages first appeared on Highland Post .
Assam, Meghalaya CMs meet Nirmala Sitharaman, seek boost for infrastructure projects
Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and his Meghalaya counterpart Conrad K. Sangma met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday, seeking greater central support to accelerate Externally Aided Projects (EAPs) in the two northeastern states. The discussions centred on boosting capital expenditure across the Northeast and expanding investment opportunities in physical and social [] The post Assam, Meghalaya CMs meet Nirmala Sitharaman, seek boost for infrastructure projects appeared first on NorthEast Now .
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FM Sitharaman assures renewed push for externally aided projects in Northeast
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has assured a renewed push by the Centre to accelerate Externally Aided Projects (EAPs) in the Northeast, following a meeting with the Chief Ministers of Assam and Meghalaya in the national capital on Wednesday. Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Sitharaman to discuss issues concerning EAPs in their respective states and ways to increase capital expenditure and create new avenues for infrastructure development in the region. Sangma, in a post on X, said the meeting focused on matters related to externally aided projects and thanked the Union Finance Minister for her continued support for the aspirations of Meghalaya and the Northeast. Sarma said the discussions were aimed at increasing capital expenditure in the region and giving fresh impetus to the implementation of EAPs in Assam and Meghalaya. We made a strong case to bring a new impetus to the pace of Externally Aided Projects in both of our states, which will open new investment channels for physical and social infrastructure, Sarma said in a post on X. He added that Sitharaman responded positively to the proposals and assured the Chief Ministers of a renewed push from the Government of India to advance the development agenda. The meeting assumes significance as externally aided projects play an important role in supporting large-scale infrastructure and social development initiatives in the Northeast. Such projects are generally supported through financial assistance from multilateral and bilateral development agencies, including the World Bank, Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The projects cover areas such as roads, urban infrastructure, water supply, health, education, connectivity and other sectors that require substantial capital investment. For the Northeast, faster implementation of these projects is expected to strengthen infrastructure while also improving the region's ability to attract private investment and create new economic opportunities. The Assam and Meghalaya governments have been seeking greater central support to speed up project clearances and implementation of externally aided initiatives, which can bring additional resources into the states without placing the entire financial burden on state budgets. The latest discussions also underline the Centre's broader focus on increasing public and development expenditure in the Northeast and improving physical and social infrastructure across the region. The Chief Ministers' meeting with Sitharaman is expected to provide fresh momentum to ongoing and proposed EAPs in Assam and Meghalaya, while opening additional channels of development financing for the two states. Both state governments are expected to work with the Centre and funding agencies to address implementation-related issues and accelerate the rollout of projects.
Assam, Meghalaya CMs seek push for EAPs in meet with Sitharaman
Shillong/Guwahati, Sep 9:Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and his Meghalaya counterpart Conrad K Sangma met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi on Wednesday and sought a renewed push for Externally Aided Projects (EAPs) in the Northeast. The meeting focused on increasing capital expenditure in the Northeast and creating new investment channels for [] The post Assam, Meghalaya CMs seek push for EAPs in meet with Sitharaman first appeared on Highland Post .
Manipuri musician Chongtham Vikram Singh cremated in Imphal
Ex-officials say Census data must be confidential amid concerns over potential NPR, NRC links
Records show that in 1951, NRC was prepared across the country by 'copying' data from the Census schedules; the countrywide NRC was never published, except in undivided Assam, which at the time also included Manipur and Tripura
Ex-officials say Census data must be confidential amid concerns over potential NPR, NRC links
Records show that in 1951, NRC was prepared across the country by 'copying' data from the Census schedules; the countrywide NRC was never published, except in undivided Assam, which at the time also included Manipur and Tripura
Rs 45cr Yaba tabs seized in Cachar, one held
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Gold slips for third day, silver jumps Rs 2,300 to Rs 2.43 lakh/kg in Delhi
New Delhi, Sep 9 (PTI) Declining for the third straight session, Gold prices fell Rs 100 to Rs 1,58,000 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday amid subdued demand in local markets. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 1,58,100 per 10 grams in the previous session. However, silver bucked the trend and extended its gains for the second straight session, surging by Rs 2,300 to Rs 2,43,400 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes) from Tuesdays closing level of Rs 2,41,100 per kg, according to the All India Sarafa Association. Gold has remained
Gauhati HC overturns 10-year sentence in Champhai drug case
New Delhi, Sep 9 (PTI) Lower levels of serotransferrin, the blood protein that transports iron through the body, are an early indicator of coronary artery disease (CAD) and can help identify heart conditions earlier than routine clinical diagnoses, say scientists. Iron deficiency is prevalent in patients of CAD, a common cardiovascular condition characterised by a narrowing of the coronary arteries due to atherosclerosis, primarily resulting from an accumulation of plaque or fatty deposits. An analysis of blood serum proteins by Delhis Centre for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB) has revealed the critical role of
Assam and Meghalaya CMs seek renewed support for aided projects
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India sugar refiners likely to divert 250,000 tons to domestic market, industry executive says
NEW DELHI, Sept 9 Indias port-based sugar refineries are likely to divert about 250,000 metric tons of refined sugar to the domestic market, an industry executive said on Wednesday. India, the worlds biggest sugar consumer, last month allowed duty-free imports of 1 million metric tons raw sugar to bring down record-high domestic prices. The country has a handful of port-based refineries that import raw sugar duty-free, refine it and export the resulting white sugar. The government has also allowed these refiners to apply for the 1 million-ton quota, enabling them to sell domestically sugar refined from raw sugar they
Does debriefing about a difficult birth stop it turning into trauma?
September 9, 2026 (Conversation) For some women, the birth of their baby is one of the happiest days of their lives. Others remember it as a frightening, overwhelming or deeply distressing experience. Around one in three women report their birth experience as traumatic. Women can be traumatised during birth when there is a medical emergency such as a caesarean section, heavy bleeding, or a newborn baby needing intensive care. But its not always the emergency itself that leaves a lasting impact. Women also experience trauma when they feel they are not being listened to, dont have enough information, or when
Assam, Meghalaya CMs seek renewed push for Externally Aided Projects in Northeast India
Assam and Meghalaya Chief Ministers met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. They sought a renewed push for Externally Aided Projects in their states. The discussion focused on increasing capital expenditure and investment channels. This aims to boost physical and social infrastructure development in the Northeast. The Finance Minister responded positively and assured support for the agenda.
Assam strengthens child protection system with new policy, mandatory safeguards
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 9 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Wednesday that the state government has taken a series of measures to strengthen the child protection system and plug regulatory gaps, with a focus on ensuring greater safety and care for children across the state. In a post on social media platform X, Chief Minister Sarma noted that when it comes to children, there can be no gaps in protection and asserted that the state government has identified shortcomings in the existing system and acted to strengthen safeguards. The Chief Minister said the state has notified the State Child Protection Policy and Juvenile Justice (JJ) Rules, 2026, describing the move as a key step towards creating a more robust child protection framework. He said the state government has also made child safeguarding officers and staff screening mandatory, aimed at ensuring that personnel involved in the care and protection of children meet necessary safety standards. The Chief Minister also added that the functioning of Child Welfare Committees (CWCs), Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs) and more than 10 statutory bodies has been streamlined as part of the state government's efforts to improve coordination and accountability within the child protection system. According to CM Sarma, Individual Care Plans and home audits have also been institutionalised to ensure that the needs and safety of children are systematically assessed and monitored. Child safety cannot afford regulatory gaps, CM Sarma said, underlining the state government's approach towards strengthening institutional mechanisms for the protection of children. The measures are aimed at creating a comprehensive child safeguarding framework covering prevention, institutional care, monitoring and rehabilitation, while ensuring that statutory bodies and personnel dealing with children follow stronger safeguards. The Chief Minister said the state government has been working systematically to address shortcomings and strengthen every safeguard required to build a robust child protection system in Assam. The latest measures come amid growing emphasis on strengthening mechanisms for child safety, accountability and welfare, particularly in institutions and systems responsible for children in need of care and protection. The Assam government's new policy and rules are expected to provide a more structured framework for implementing child protection measures and improving oversight of institutions and officials responsible for safeguarding children.
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CM Golay Inaugurates Rs 8 Crore Sikkim Guest House in Guwahati
Guwahati, Sep 9 : Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) inaugurated the upgraded Sikkim Guest House at Punjabari in Guwahati, Assam, dedicating the facility to [] The post CM Golay Inaugurates Rs 8 Crore Sikkim Guest House in Guwahati appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
Gauhati HC Asks Assam Govt To Pay Rs 2 Lakh To Husband Of Woman Pushed To Bangladesh, Orders Probe
Petitioner and Juria resident Md Mujahidul Islams mother Jahanara Begum was declared a foreigner in 2019, but the Gauhati HIgh Court had set aside the opinion of the Foreigners Tribunal and had remanded back the matter for a fresh opinion
Tripura plans vehicle scanners at Churaibari border post
Assam Forest dept under fire over secret elephant transfer from Manas
Guwahati: Serious questions are being raised over the Assam Forest Departments handling of captive elephants after a female elephant, Durga, was allegedly moved out of Manas National Park in the dead of night and transported to a temple in Tamil Naduwithout any public disclosure from the department. Sources said Durga was secretly shifted from Manas [] The post Assam Forest dept under fire over secret elephant transfer from Manas appeared first on NorthEast Now .
BJP received nearly Rs 1,473 crore at its central headquarters during recent state elections. This figure is more than seven times the Rs 207 crore reported by the Congress. The BJP's closing balance rose by Rs 904.6 crore during the poll period. Conversely, the Congress's finances saw a decline of Rs 65.86 crore. BJP spent Rs 159.7 crore in Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry.
Gauhati HC Directs Assam Govt To Pay Rs 2 Lakh Interim Compensation In Mumtaz Begum Case
The Gauhati High Court has directed the Assam government to pay Rs 2 lakh as interim compensation to Mujammel Hoque, the husband of Mumtaz Begum, who was expelled to Bangladesh after being declared a non-citizen by a foreigners tribunal. The court observed that her deportation was carried out without informing her family, leaving them unaware... The post Gauhati HC Directs Assam Govt To Pay Rs 2 Lakh Interim Compensation In Mumtaz Begum Case first appeared on Northeast Today .
Gauhati High Court has directed the Assam government to pay Rs 2 lakh in interim compensation to the husband of Mumtaz Begum, who was detained and sent to Bangladesh after a foreigners' tribunal declared her a foreigner. The court noted that her husband and adult family members were not informed about her detention or removal.
Gauhati HC Orders Assam to Pay Rs 2 Lakh to Husband of Woman Sent to Bangladesh
It cited a Supreme Court judgment to say that Article 21 of the Constitution guarantees protection of life and personal liberty not only to citizens but also to non-citizens.
BJP received Rs 1472.8 cr, spent Rs 160 cr on 3 state polls: EC
The Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) central headquarters received a total of Rs 1,472.8 crore ahead of the last round of assembly elections in West Bengal, Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, according to expenditure statements filed with the Election Commission (EC). The inflow pushed the partys closing balance to Rs 7,627.2 crore by the time 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 .
Assams Manas National Park once lost its entire Greater One-horned Rhino population to poaching and conflict. But local communities helped reverse the crisis. Former poachers became protection volunteers and patrol guards, while conservation groups reintroduced rhinos through Indian Rhino Vision 2020. Their efforts helped rebuild the population, with an estimated 54 rhinos recorded across the Manas Landscape by 2022.
Student Dies After Falling Ill On Assam Campus, Protesters Demand Answers
The protesters at Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education in Sonapur, on the outskirts of Guwahati, questioned the quality of medical treatment that Shruti Upadhyay received
Singapore Airlines to seek tougher terms for any fresh Air India funding, sources say
HONG KONG, Sept 9 (Reuters) Singapore Airlines, backed by state investor Temasek, is expected to seek greater influence over management and stronger governance rights before approving a capital injection into Air India, said two people familiar with the matter. The proposed conditions, which would be negotiated with Air Indias majority owner Tata Sons, could include greater board voting power and requirements for the Indian carrier to narrow its losses, the people said. Temasek, Singapore Airlines majority shareholder, would neither provide the capital itself nor intervene in the carriers decisions concerning Air India, they added. The discussion of conditions comes
Mizoram, Assam step up coordination ahead of upcoming inter-state border festival
Aizawl: Mizorams Kolasib and Assams Cachar districts have stepped up coordination for an inter-state border festival scheduled to be held at Vairengte on October 30, with senior officials meeting on Tuesday to finalise preparations and discuss cooperation along the border. Kolasib Deputy Commissioner H. Dolianbuaia and Cachar Deputy Commissioner Rahul Kumar Gupta held discussions at [] The post Mizoram, Assam step up coordination ahead of upcoming inter-state border festival appeared first on NorthEast Now .
23,000 Yaba Tablets Seized In Assam
Guwahati, Sept 9: In a major anti-narcotics operation, Assam Police seized 23,000 Yaba tablets worth crores of rupees in Cachar district on Tuesday evening. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, police intercepted a truck at Shivpur under Lakhipur police station and discovered the contraband hidden inside a specially designed chamber. Senior Superintendent of Police Partha Protim... The post 23,000 Yaba Tablets Seized In Assams Cachar, One Arrested first appeared on Northeast Today .
Mann must ask Cheema to resign, order impartial probe: Rahul on Punjab villager
New Delhi, Sep 9 (PTI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday lashed out at the AAP government in Punjab over the alleged suicide of a villager who questioned Finance Minister Harpal Cheema about the unabated supply of drugs, demanding that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann should immediately demand the ministers resignation and ensure an impartial investigation. The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha further alleged that a dangerous pattern is emerging under the AAP government that if one questions failures, the response is in the form of threats and torture. Gulzar Singh, a 47-year-old Dalit from Dirba in Sangrur district,
Stock markets tumble in early trade amid escalating tensions in West Asia, higher oil prices
Mumbai, Sep 9 (PTI) Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled in early trade on Wednesday as escalating tensions in West Asia pushed crude oil to near USD 100-per-barrel mark. Selling in IT stocks and fresh foreign fund outflows also dented investors sentiment. The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 500.25 points to 75,060.61 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty declined 129.40 points to 23,506.10. Among the 30 Sensex firms, HCL Tech, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services and Hindustan Unilever were the major laggards. NTPC, Larsen & Toubro, Power Grid and Adani Ports were among the winners. Brent crude is
Rupee falls 21 paise to 94.95 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Sep 9 (PTI) The rupee depreciated 21 paise to 94.95 against US dollar on Wednesday weighed down by surging crude oil prices, which inched closer to the USD 100-a-barrel mark amid the simmering US-Iran tensions. A weak dollar, however, cushioned the fall, forex traders said. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.80 against the US dollar, then touched 94.95, registering a fall of 21 paise from its previous close. On Tuesday, the rupee fell 18 paise to close at 94.74 against the American currency. Indian rupee opened lower on escalating geopolitical tensions and surge in
Australia sees no threat to US ties after White House criticism of social media reforms
SYDNEY, Sept 9 (Reuters) Australia said on Wednesday it sees no risk to its relationship with the United States after reports that the Trump administration criticised Canberras plans to target social media algorithms, which critics say would curtail free speech. On Tuesday Australias centre-left Labor government said social media users would be given the choice to opt out of algorithms under draft legislation, effectively allowing them to curate their own feeds. Social media companies face fines of up to A$109.2 million ($79 million) for non-compliance with the law. The Australian Financial Review reported on Wednesday, citing White House spokesperson
India Flags 'Anomalies' In New UN Map Over Arunachal, Aksai Chin Markings
The clarification came after a map, first published by the UN on July 1 and extensively used during discussions regarding the United Nations UNGA resolution, depicted Arunachal Pradesh as an independent state bordering Assam and China.
New Zealand to allow wealthy migrants to build rental housing
WELLINGTON, Sept 9 (Reuters) New Zealand will let wealthy visa applicants count investments in approved funds backing build-to-rent housing from December, the government said on Tuesday, tapping foreign capital to help fund new long-term rental homes. The centre-right National Party-led government has progressively loosened New Zealands Active Investor Plus visa since relaunching it in April 2025, cutting the minimum investment for its Growth category to NZ$5 million ($2.93 million) from NZ$15 million, shortening the required investment period to three years from four, and widening the range of eligible investments. Applicants in the Growth category will not be able to
US banning dairy products, most alcohol and motorcycles from Canada in growing trade war
TORONTO, September 9, 2026 (AP) The United States is banning the import of some dairy products and motorcycles from Canada along with most alcoholic beverages, the White House said Tuesday, as part of a trade war that shows little sign of cooling off. The ban will take effect Sept. 29 and comes after retaliatory tariffs promised by Canada kicked in earlier Tuesday on $20 billion in U.S. imports. Canada had responded to tariff moves by U.S. President Donald Trump after trade talks between the countries broke down last month. Trump also moved to shut Canadian products out of large,
Guwahati Airport facilities to be open to Meghalaya tourist taxis
Shillong, Sep 8:The standoff between tourist taxi associations of Meghalaya and Assam has been partially resolved, with both sides agreeing to ensure smooth and hassle-free movement of tourist vehicles in both states. A marathon meeting of 12 associations seven from Assam and five from Meghalaya was held here on Tuesday. The meeting was [] The post Guwahati Airport facilities to be open to Meghalaya tourist taxis first appeared on Highland Post .
J&K medical interns end 8-day strike
Srinagar, Sep 8:Eight days after launching their strike over the long-pending demand for enhancement of their stipend, the J&K medical interns today agreed to resume duties after government assurance that the issue would be fixed within 30 days.On August 31, the MBBS interns from across J&K Government Medical Colleges had intensified their agitation over the long-pending demand for revision of their stipend. They protested in the form of sit-ins, exhibited banners and placards and spoke about how their stipend was too low to meet basic needs. The agitation entered a hunger-strike phase as they pressed the government to issue a written order for stipend enhancement.According to the record note of meetings held on September 4 and September 8 (mentioned in official document as September 9) between Health and Medical Education Minister SakeenaItoo and a delegation of medical interns, the government has decided that the matter will be finalized within a period of 30 days on the basis of recommendations of the Stipend Enhancement Constituted, and keeping in view the legitimate interests and concerns of the medical interns. The note has stated that the medical interns have agreed to call off the strike and resume their duties, in the larger interest of patientcare and safeguard their academic and professional interests.The meetings, the official note issued from the Personal Section of the Health Minister, have said, were attended by representatives of the medical interns, including the Principal of Government Medical College Srinagar and the Deputy Director Planning representing the Director Health Services Kashmir. The delegation raised concerns over the existing stipend structure and pressed for a suitable revision. It had also cited the nature of their duties, workload and responsibilities in the healthcare system.The note states that during the deliberations, the Minister assured the interns that their concerns were receiving due consideration. They were informed that the formation of the committee itself was a proof of the seriousness of the government to examine the issue comprehensively. The agitation had raised concerns over its impact on routine hospital services and patient care.The demand for enhancement of the stipend of medical and dental interns has been pending for seven years in J&K. The interns have repeatedly been seeking a revision in view of the nature of their duties, long working hours and the responsibilities they shoulder in government hospitals.The monthly payment has remained unchanged at Rs 12,300 despite repeated representations and protests. The issue had, reached the government level in 2023, when the Health and Medical Education Department constituted a committee under Government Order No 538-JK(HME) of 2023, dated June 27, 2023. The committee was tasked to examine enhancement of the stipend.It subsequently recommended increasing the stipend to Rs 25,000 a month. The recommendation remained unimplemented for years. This year in February, the government told the Legislative Assembly that the proposal was under consideration of the Finance Department. The Health Minister has many a times reiterated that the file for revision of stipend has been pending with the Finance Department.The agitation on Monday drew intervention of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. He said the issue should be resolved at the earliest. He made it clear that the decision of stipend enhancement rested with the Health Department. The CM said the prolonged dispute was affecting the interns work and internship and was not in anyones interest. Its sad. The matter shouldnt have come to this. This is a matter of the Health Department. Until the department takes a decision, no other department can do anything, he said.The disparity with other states has been a key point of contention J&K MBBS interns. J&K currently pays Rs 12,300 a month while interns in several states receive Rs 25,000 or more. It is Rs 44,319 in Odisha, Rs 43,099 in West Bengal and Rs 35,000 in Assam.
Assam CM reviews progress of Advantage Assam 2.0 proposals
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Assam MHRA Recruitment 2026: Applications Open for 560 Medical Officer Positions
Assams MHRA invites applications for 560 Medical Officer positions until September 20, 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online now. Assam MHRA Recruitment 2026: Applications Open for 560 Medical Officer Positions
Former Nagaon DC Debashis Sarma and journalists join BJP in Assam
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Assam Seeks West Bengals Help to Preserve Bhupen Hazarikas Historic Home
Assams Chief Minister requests West Bengals support to acquire and preserve Bhupen Hazarikas iconic residence in Kolkata. Assam Seeks West Bengals Help to Preserve Bhupen Hazarikas Historic Home
Assam Ex-Bureaucrat, 2 Journalists Join BJP Ahead Of State Bypoll
Sharma's entry into the BJP comes days before the Nagaon bypoll and has led to speculation over whether he could be considered for the party's ticket.
Assam Government Seeks Support to Preserve Bhupen Hazarikas Historic Home in Kolkata
Assams Chief Minister requests West Bengals help to preserve Bhupen Hazarikas home, a site of significant cultural heritage. Assam Government Seeks Support to Preserve Bhupen Hazarikas Historic Home in Kolkata
Earthquakes Felt in Nepal and Assam, Centered 196 Kilometers from Kathmandu
Earthquakes were reported in Nepal and Assam on September 8, with no immediate damage reported from either location. Earthquakes Felt in Nepal and Assam, Centered 196 Kilometers from Kathmandu
Aasu calls for global recognition of Bhupen Hazarikas legacy
Assam pays tribute to the Bard of Bputra with plan to cement legacy
HC asks Assam to pay Rs 2 lakh relief to hubby of woman pushed into Bangladesh
No one should die for seeking peace: NE CMs, Cong leader condemn musicians killing
VP honours Netaji at Moirang, highlights INAs role in freedom struggle
Assam govt plans museum where Bhupen Hazarikas timeless songs came alive
Jumbo tramples 39-yr-old farmer to death in Digboi
At 99.8% literacy rate, Mizoram sets out to reach every remaining learner
Curbs imposed around Silchar ARO office ahead of civic poll nomination deadline
Sadiya sings again for its beloved Bhupenda
Min accidentally gets cut on finger, faints
Missing 3-yr-old boys body found in Rukni river
ZPM panel backs amendment allowing Mizoram CM to hold party post
