26 killed as bus collides with truck in Kaziranga
Kaziranga, Nov 13: At least 26 people died, including women and minors, and 20 others were injured in a head-on collision between a minibus and a container truck near Kaziranga National Park in Assam on Friday, officials said. Many of the victims were college students who were returning from their classes. President Droupadi Murmu, Vice []
CPCB steps up pollution watch; task force to probe industries at Byrnihat
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 13: Industrial pollution in Byrnihat has come under renewed scrutiny, with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) constituting a task force to inspect industries operating on the Assam side, where 17 of the 42 units have been categorised as red. The matter figured prominently before the Meghalaya High Court on []
Railways Board asks zones to ensure braking tests after train handover following Assam derailment
New Delhi, Nov 13: Following the derailment of the Kolkata-Sairang Express near Guwahati, the Railway Board has asked all its zones to ensure that the running crew conducts a braking test after taking the handover of a train in accordance with the laid-down procedure. Additionally, Zonal Railways should conduct a safety drive from 12-11-2026 to [] The post Railways Board asks zones to ensure braking tests after train handover following Assam derailment first appeared on Highland Post .
Assam Crash Kills 24; PM Modi Announces 2 Lakh Aid For Victims' Families
At least 24 people, most of them reportedly students, were killed and several others injured when a passenger-packed Traveller collided head-on with a container truck near Kaziranga in Assam's Golaghat district. The Traveller was travelling from Bokakhat to Nagaon on National Highway 715 when the accident occurred. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the tragedy and announced an ex-gratia payment of 2 lakh from the PMNRF for the families of each deceased victim and 50,000 for those injured.
PM Modi Expresses Condolences Over Assam Tragedy, Announces Financial Aid for Victims Families
PM Modi mourns the loss of 23 lives in Assams Golaghat district accident and announces financial aid for victims families. PM Modi Expresses Condolences Over Assam Tragedy, Announces Financial Aid for Victims Families
Dashcam footage captures the moment traveller collided with truck in Assam leaving 26 dead
At least 26 people, including women and minors, were killed and 20 others injured in a head-on collision between a minibus and a container truck near Kaziranga National Park in Assam's Golaghat district on Friday. Overspeeding and a possible loss of control by the minibus driver are suspected to have caused the accident, officials said. New footage has emerged showing the shocking moment the tragedy struck.
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Kaziranga road tragedy: 26 killed, including students, as minibus hits container
The passenger vehicle was travelling from Golaghat to Nagaon, while the container truck was headed towards Upper Assam, police said. PM Modi has announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh each for the families of those killed and Rs 50,000 for the injured
Right Swerve, Then Crash: Dashcam Video Shows Moment Bus Hit Truck In Assam
Visuals from the spot show the minibus completely destroyed due to the impact of the accident.
Assam Horror Crash: Minibus Allegedly Overspeeding Before Colliding With Truck, 26 Dead
At least 26 people died in a serious accident that occurred on the highway in the Golaghat district of Assam on Friday evening as the passenger minibus hit the goods truck head-on. Over 35 people, including students from the Kaziranga High
26 dead in in minibus accident near Kaziranga National Park
Kaziranga (Assam): At least 26 people died, including women and minors, and 20 others were injured in a head-on collision between a minibus and a container truck near Kaziranga National Park in Assam on Friday, November 13, officials said. Many of the victims were college students who were returning from their classes. PM Modi announces 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 .
President Murmu and Amit Shah Express Condolences Over Kaziranga Road Accident
President Murmu and Home Minister Amit Shah express sorrow over the tragic road accident in Kaziranga, Assam, wishing for the swift recovery of the injured. President Murmu and Amit Shah Express Condolences Over Kaziranga Road Accident
Assam Rifles top brass meet in Shillong
Shillong, Nov 13: The Assam Rifles Commanders Conference 2026 concluded on Friday at Laitkor, under the chairmanship of Director General Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera. Formation Commanders, Battalion Commanders and senior staff officers reviewed the security situation and operational preparedness, with special focus on border management along the Indo-Myanmar border and counter-insurgency operations. Modernisation, new weapons [] The post Assam Rifles top brass meet in Shillong first appeared on Highland Post .
Wiki Loves Birds initiative seeks to document Assam
Guwahati: Every bird photographed, every species identified and every observation recorded can help tell a larger story about Assams rich natural heritage. Bringing this idea into focus, a two-day community-led initiative in Golaghat sought to connect bird enthusiasts, conservationists and photographers through avian documentation and open-access knowledge sharing. Titled Birds, People & Open-Knowledge, the initiative [] The post Wiki Loves Birds initiative seeks to document Assams rich avian heritage appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Odisha CM highlights Kudumi heritage, reaffirms commitment to communitys development
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 13 (IANS) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday lauded the Kudumi communitys ancient traditions, hard work and love for nature, and assured it of the state governments firm commitment to its economic, social and cultural development. CM Majhi made the remarks while addressing a mega cultural programme of the Kudumi community, National Bandana Parab-2026, organised in Mayurbhanj district on Friday. On the auspicious occasion, the Chief Minister extended his warm greetings and congratulations to all members of the Kudumi community. He reaffirmed the government's firm commitment to the social, economic, educational and cultural development of the Kudumi community as part of the State's inclusive development model. Speaking on the occasion, Majhi said, Bandana is not merely a festival but a living poem of the deep bond between nature, the soil, cattle wealth and human relationships. This symbol of nature worship, reverence for agrarian culture and devotion to the soil is the very soul of our culture. He further said the Kudumi community are son of the soil, and their dedication and hard work in making the land fertile and productive offered valuable lessons for society. The unique way in which this community worships nature as a mother and lives in harmony with trees and plants, hills, rivers and streams, and the animal kingdom offers a guiding example for the entire human society, Majhi noted. Praising the bond between the Santhal and Kudumi communities in the Kendujhar and Mayurbhanj regions, the Chief Minister said brotherhood has always occupied a place of prominence in tribal culture. Recalling his childhood days growing up alongside Kudumi families in his village, he shared fond memories of visiting Dhenguan, a traditional community procession or ritual associated with the Bandana festival and enjoying traditional pithas (rice cakes). He also acknowledged the significant role played by members of the Kudumi community as his associates in the political sphere. The Chief Minister highlighted the Kudumi communitys history and social contributions, noting that it is spread across Odisha, Assam, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat and Maharashtra. He said Mayurbhanj and Keonjhar emerged as the principal settlements of the community after the formation of the separate Odisha province, while Baripada came to be known as the unofficial capital of Odisha's Kudumi community. Describing the Kudumis as self-respecting, loyal and patriotic, he said the community believes in overcoming challenges through hard work and has made its mark in agriculture, trade and other professions. He also referred to the community's long-standing demands for ST status and inclusion of Kudumali in the Constitutions Eighth Schedule.
Nomination papers for Council polls scrutinised in Assam
Guwahati, Nov 13: The nomination papers filed by candidates for the elections to the Mising Autonomous Council (MAC) and Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council (SKAC), scheduled to be held on November 30, were scrutinised on Thursday. Of the 163 nomination papers filed for the Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council elections, 163 were accepted. Of these, 130 nomination []
Punjab MP Amritpal Singh Gets 1-Day Bail For Grandmother's Last Rites
His return to Punjab on November 14 will be significant as he has remained lodged in Assam's Dibrugarh Central Jail for more than three-and-a-half years.
Assam: Man Stabs Family, Father And Two Brothers Dead
A man has been arrested in Assam's Sribhumi district for allegedly stabbing his father and two minor brothers to death. His mother and another sibling were injured in the brutal attack and are receiving medical treatment.
After Family's Plea, Jailed Amritpal Singh Gets 1 Day To Attend Grandmother's Last Rites
mritpal Singh was arrested in April 2023 after a month-long manhunt and later shifted to Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam under the NSA.
23 killed, 20 injured in bus-truck collision in Assam's Kaziranga
At least 23 people were killed and 20 injured after a minibus collided head-on with a container truck near Kaziranga National Park in Assam
Truck and bus collision in India's Assam kills at least 23 people
Chief Minister sends senior minister to oversee relief efforts
Republicans dazed by midterm election defeats grapple with what went wrong
WASHINGTON, November 13, 2026 (AP) Rep. Richard Hudson wanted a triumphant return to Capitol Hill this week after steering Republicans to another majority. Instead, the North Carolina Republican is facing the reality that he and dozens of colleagues will soon clear out their offices. It was really people coming out to send a message, Hudson, the chair of the House GOPs campaign arm, said in a brief interview. They, rightly so, felt gas was too high, things were too expensive. The mistake Republicans made, he said, is we didnt convey to them that we cared about that and
Golaghat (Assam) [India], November 13 : At least 24 people were killed following a severe head-on collision between a passenger vehicle and a container truck in Assam's Golaghat district on Friday. The tragedy occurred in the Rongajaan area near the Kaziranga National Park, police said. State Minister and Bokakhat MLA Atul Bora, who rushed to the accident site to personally oversee rescue and relief operations, provided an update over the phone regarding the casualties and medical response. 24 people died in the accident so far, and 11 injured persons were shifted to Jorhat Medical College & Hospital, Bora told ANI, adding that other survivors receiving medical attention were admitted at Bokakhat Civil Hospital. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, in a post on X, expressed profound grief over the incident, adding that all of Assam stands with them in this hour of grief. He wrote, I am deeply distressed by the tragic accident in Kaziranga earlier today. The scale of this loss has shaken all of us, and my heart goes out to every family that has lost a loved one. No words can ease their pain, but I want them to know that they are not alone. All of Assam stands with them in this hour of grief. Sarma further emphasised that prompt medical intervention remains the administration's primary objective, noting that the Assam Minister is currently overseeing the situation from the site. Our foremost priority now is to make sure the injured receive the best possible medical care without delay. Hon'ble Minister Shri @ATULBORA2 is at the site and personally overseeing the relief arrangements. I pray for the swift recovery of the injured and for strength for the bereaved families, Himanta Biswa Sarma stated. The Assam Minister's visit comes after multiple fatalities were feared following the head-on collision between a passenger vehicle and a truck in Assam's Golaghat district on Friday in the Rongajaan area near the Kaziranga National Park, police said. Meanwhile, the police official confirmed that several other individuals sustained injuries in the accident and have been rushed to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. Rescue and relief operations are currently underway at the site.Further details are awaited. (ANI)
23 killed in bus-truck collision in Assam; toll may rise
A tragic head-on collision between a minibus and a container truck near Kaziranga National Park in Assam on Friday resulted in the deaths of at least 23 people and injuries to 20 others. Many of the deceased were college students. Officials suspect speeding by the minibus driver led to the accident, and a thorough enquiry has been launched.
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Congress Deputy leader in the Lok Sabha Gaurav Gogoi on Friday accused the BJP-led central government of attempting to completely sabotage the Bharat Summit 2026 by cancelling visas for a large number of international delegates, calling the move a reflection of a fearful administration trying to stifle democratic exchange. Speaking to ANI, Gogoi, speaking on the sidelines of the event, contrasted the summit's global agenda with the Centre's alleged obstructionism. Look, many significant topics will be discussed at the 'Bharat Summit,' and we will have the opportunity to hear the views of our national leader, Rahul Gandhi, on various international issues, Gogoi said. Regrettably, the BJP is attempting to completely sabotage this 'Bharat National Summit.' They have cancelled a large number of visas. Framing the visa row as an assault on free speech and democratic norms, the Assam MP added, It is truly unfortunate that in a country we regard as a democracy, the current government...
According to reports, 23 people died, while many more were injured due to a collision between a passenger bus and a container truck at an area close to Kaziranga National Park in Assam on Friday. The number may spike reportedly.
Jailed Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh granted one-day custody parole for grandmother's funeral
Khadoor Sahib MP and NSA detainee Amritpal Singh has been granted a one-day interim custody parole by a district court in Amritsar to attend the final funeral rites of his grandmother, according to advocate Karamvir Singh Pannu. Singh, who heads the Waris Punjab De organisation and represents the Khadoor Sahib parliamentary constituency, has been lodged in Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam since April 2023. His detention followed a high-security crackdown after a violent protest at the police station. Speaking to reporters, Pannu, who represents Singh, stated that the district court accepted their petition after reviewing arguments concerning the necessity of the legislator's presence for the customary rituals. Amritpal Singh's grandmother passed away recently, and for performing her last rites and rituals, Bhai Amritpal Singh ji's presence was extremely necessary. Accordingly, we had moved an application in the District Court, Amritsar, to perform her last rites and rituals. The judge...
Kaziranga Road Accident: 23 Feared Dead After Truck Collides With Passenger Vehicle In Assam
Most of the deceased are believed to be students travelling in the passenger vehicle from Bokakhat to Nagaon when the collision occurred.
23 Killed, 7 Injured In Truck-Bus Collision In Assam's Kaziranga
The accident took place at Rongajan, near Kaziranga, when a truck rammed a minibus travelling from Bokakhat to Nagaon.
According to reports, over 10 were feared dead, while many more were injured due to a collision between a passenger bus and a container truck at an area close to Kaziranga National Park in Assam on Friday. The number may spike
12 people die in bus-truck collision in Assam's Kaziranga
The accident occurred at Rangajan near Hathikuli Tea Estate in Kohora range on National Highway 715 when the passenger vehicle collided with the truck, a senior officer said
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Rs 2 Crore Yaba Tablets Seized In Assam
Assam Police have seized yaba tablets worth over Rs 2 crore from an autorickshaw in Sribhumi district, leading to the arrest of two individuals. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma praised the police action, highlighting the significant drug bust.
12 Killed in Bus-Truck Collision Near Assams Kaziranga National Park
The accident occurred at Rangajan near Hathikuli Tea Estate in Kohora range on National Highway 715 when the passenger vehicle collided with the truck, a senior officer said.
Twelve people killed in bus-truck collision in Assam's Kaziranga
A tragic accident occurred near Kaziranga National Park when a minibus collided with a container truck. At least seven people have died due to the crash, and efforts to retrieve the bodies are ongoing. Local authorities are assessing the situation and managing relief operations for the injured. The minibus was reportedly speeding and lost control before the collision. The critically injured have been transferred to nearby hospitals for treatment.
India says will honour duty cuts on Scotch imports from UK
NEW DELHI, Nov 13 (Reuters) Indias finance ministry has engaged with stakeholders on the issue of bulk Scotch whiskey imports from Britain, and New Delhi will honour duty concessions offered as part of its trade deal with London, Indian trade secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Friday. The comments come amid a dispute over dozens of containers of bulk Scotch held at Indian ports, with customs investigators seeking a 150% import duty despite the trade pact providing for a reduced 75% rate. The dispute has raised concerns over the implementation of the trade deal, which took effect in July.
Jailed Punjab MP Amritpal Singh gets 1-day parole
Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh, currently jailed in Assam's Dibrugarh Central Jail, has been granted one-day custody parole by an Amritsar court to attend the last rites of his grandmother. His family had sought his temporary release after her passing on Sunday, and the court approved a one-day parole on Friday.
Bus-truck collision in Assam's Kaziranga kills at least 7; several others injured
Bus-truck collision in Assam's Kaziranga kills at least 7; several others injured
At least 20 feared dead as minibus collides with trailer truck near Assam's Kaziranga
A devastating collision occurred Friday afternoon near Kaziranga, involving a mini-bus with around 40 passengers that crashed head-on with a trailer truck. Reports from cabinet minister Atul Bora indicate that at least 20 people are feared dead. The mini-bus was en route from Jorhat to Guwahati. Injured individuals were transported to Kohora Model Hospital, with 13 requiring further treatment at Jorhat Medical College.
Microsoft struggles to restore services as outage hits companies and governments worldwide
HONG KONG, November 13, 2026 (AP) From Asia to the U.S., Microsofts outage involving services like Outlook and Teams has dragged on for hours and impacted many users, companies and some government operations as the technology giant struggled to fix the issue. Microsoft said in an update Friday that the outage was affecting a wide range of Microsoft 365 offerings that interact with its Exchange Online and email services. Services including Outlook, Teams and AI assistant Copilot were reported by users to be down. The major outage is affecting services like Outlook and Teams and has impacted users, companies,
Opposition questions BJP's delimitation push; NDA leaders defend move, links to women's reservation
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) The proposed move to convene a special session of Parliament to discuss the Delimitation Bill has triggered a political debate, with Opposition leaders questioning the BJP's intentions and its numbers in Parliament, while leaders from the ruling alliance defended the proposed exercise and its linkage with women's reservation. Union Minister Chirag Paswan said the government was seeking to bring delimitation and the Women's Reservation Bill together to facilitate an increase in parliamentary representation and implement the reservation provision. He questioned whether Opposition parties would be comfortable with the changes if women's reservation was implemented immediately. Using Bihar as an example, Paswan said that if the state's existing 40 Lok Sabha seats were increased by 50 per cent, it would gain 20 additional seats, taking its total to 60. He said that under the proposed arrangement, one-third of the seats would be reserved for women and questioned whether political parties, particularly those with a larger number of male representatives, would readily accept such a change. Paswan argued that the leadership of Opposition parties did not understand why the government wanted to bring delimitation and women's reservation together. Especially the southern states have always had concerns that if delimitation is based on population, those states will somehow face a disadvantage. On record, regional parties from the South have stated multiple times that we are having to bear the loss for population control or the mindset of controlling the population, Paswan added. BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal, speaking to IANS, said delimitation was necessary in view of the country's growing population and the increasing number of eligible voters. As the country's population grows and more people become eligible voters, delimitation becomes necessary. Delimitation has been carried out periodically after a certain interval. It will provide more people across the country with an opportunity to participate in democracy, he said. Whatever the Congress and other Opposition leaders say is merely their anti-national agenda, which cannot be accepted under any circumstances, Khandelwal alleged. APCC Vice-President Valiboyina Gurunadham, speaking on the Delimitation Bill to IANS, questioned the need to push the Women's Reservation Bill, saying the legislation providing for 33 per cent reservation had already been passed in 2023 and was awaiting implementation by the Centre. As far as the Congress party is concerned, the Women's Reservation Bill has already been passed in 2023, and it has to be implemented by the Government of India. But contrary to that, again they want to introduce the Bill by linking it to delimitation. As the Women's Reservation Bill to the extent of 33 per cent has already passed; where is the need for the Parliament, or BJP government, or BJP political party to introduce the 33 per cent reservation to women by linking it to delimitation? So absolutely, this is nothing but bogus; as stated by the Congress party, it's nothing but a fabricated falsehood, he said. Gurunadham also raised concerns over the proposed expansion of the Lok Sabha, saying the current strength of 543 members could increase by around 50 per cent to approximately 815. He said the central issue was whether the increase in parliamentary seats would be based on the existing distribution of constituencies or population figures. According to him, the BJP wanted to increase the strength of the House based on population. He claimed that political parties in southern India, including the DMK and parties in Telangana, had opposed the proposal. Gurunadham also said the BJP was hopeful of securing the DMK's support, given the latter's differences with the Congress and other INDIA Bloc parties. Samajwadi Party spokesperson Ashutosh Verma, however, claimed that the BJP had failed to muster the numbers required to push through the Delimitation Bill. The Delimitation Bill remains a major challenge for the BJP. The party tried to introduce the Bill during the Monsoon Session but lacked the required numbers. There were claims that the BJP had managed to break away Samajwadi Party MPs, but the party remained united, with every MP standing firm. The BJP has now run out of options, which is why it is not discussing a special session, Verma said. Congress leader Udit Raj accused the BJP of delaying women's reservation, arguing that the Women's Reservation Bill had been passed in 2023 and that the Congress had also demanded the implementation of reservation for women in 2024. Congress spokesperson Surendra Rajput accused the BJP of pursuing anti-democratic measures and questioned the timing of discussions about a special session, with the Winter Session approaching. The BJP is always engaged in anti-democratic pursuits. Only a few days remain before the Winter Session, and they are making such discussions because they don't trust democracy, Rajput said. Aam Aadmi Party MP, Sanjay Singh said a two-thirds majority was required to pass the Delimitation Bill, which he claimed the BJP-led NDA did not have. A two-thirds majority is required to pass the Delimitation Bill, which the BJP and NDA do not have. As for the Women's Reservation Bill, we have already passed it. Therefore, they are making false claims. If they genuinely intend to implement women's reservation, they should do so based on the existing strength of the House. For the delimitation Bill, there is a right process which has to be followed, for which they don't have enough votes, Singh said. CPI(M) MP V. Sivadasan alleged that the proposed delimitation exercise was aimed at helping the BJP retain political power. The government is planning to bring Delimitation to capture power. They know that the majority of the citizens are against them. The people of India will vote against BJP and RSS. They are forming the constituencies in Assam for their own benefit, he said. Meanwhile, JD(U) National General Secretary Shyam Rajak said the decision on whether to convene a special session rested with the government, adding that he had been informed that the proposed session was primarily intended to discuss the Women's Reservation Bill. Whether the Delimitation Bill comes or not, it is all a matter within the government. The leader of the House in the Vidhan Sabha building and the committee in the House takes the decision on this. According to the information I have, a special session is being called on the Women's Bill, Rajak said. He said there had been a long-standing demand for women's reservation and expressed hope that the legislation would be passed. The special session is being called because people have been waiting for a long time. There has been a desire for a long time that the Women's Reservation Bill should be passed and a lot of struggle for this has been going on for many years and now I am hopeful that the Women's Reservation Bill will be passed, he added.
Amritpal Singh Granted Parole to Attend Grandmother
Imprisoned MP and Waris Punjab De chief Amritpal Singh has been granted one-day parole by an Amritsar court to attend the funeral of his grandmother, Charan Kaur, on Friday. The 32-year-old has been lodged in Assam's Dibrugarh jail for more than
Wayanad (Keralam), Nov 13 (PTI) Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday said Opposition parties had not been informed about any move by the Union government to convene a special session of Parliament to pass the proposed Delimitation Bill. Priyanka was attending various events in her constituency as part of the four-day visit which started on Wednesday. She was responding to reporters queries about reports suggesting that the government was planning a special session of Parliament to discuss the legislation. They have not intimated the rest of us. So, if they are planning it, I dont know. As of now,
Assam Rifles Announces 354 Vacancies for Various Positions Starting November 15
Assam Rifles opens applications for 354 positions, including warrant officers and riflemen, from November 15 to December 14. Assam Rifles Announces 354 Vacancies for Various Positions Starting November 15
MNF refutes claims of land distribution in former Assam Rifles area
The Mizo National Front rejected claims that it allocated former Assam Rifles land in central Aizawl to private individuals, citing legal steps to cancel settlement certificates and urging opponents to apologise, Northeast Now reported.
Triple murder in Assam: Man kills father, 2 minor brothers over family dispute
Mizoram: MNF denies distributing Assam Rifles land to private individuals, warns of legal action
Aizawl: The Mizo National Front (MNF), Mizorams main opposition party, has threatened legal action against individuals making what it described as false allegations that the party, while in power, had distributed land in central Aizawl which was previously held by Assam Rifles, to private individuals. The warning comes amid a controversy surrounding land settlement certificates [] The post Mizoram: MNF denies distributing Assam Rifles land to private individuals, warns of legal action appeared first on NorthEast Now .
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Tripura holds workshop on decriminalisation, business reforms to strengthen ease of doing business
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From ancient Asia to the AI age: Has China
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Assam board extends HSLC 2027 form deadline to Nov 17
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Brake failure caused Assam train derailment: Report
A preliminary probe into the Kolkata-Sairang Express derailment on November 11 points to a malfunctioning main braking system.
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Global outage hits Microsoft Outlook
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Democrat Cindy Holscher is elected Kansas
TOPEKA, Kan., November 13, 2026 (AP) Democrat Cindy Holscher has been elected Kansas next governor, fending off Republican Ty Masterson to keep the office in her partys hands and extend a massive wave of Democratic victories across the country. Democrats had already secured a majority of governorships in the U.S. for the first time in two decades, even prior to the narrow win in Kansas, where Holscher had already declared victory following Tuesdays midterm elections. The Associated Press did not call the race until Thursday. Holscher, a state senator, promised to halt new data centers and overcame a flood
Assamese film 'Dear Awa' selected for two 2027 international festivals
The Singpho-focused feature Dear Awa has been chosen for the competition section of the 19th Jaipur International Film Festival and the Cinema of the World section of the 25th Dhaka International Film Festival, prompting congratulations from Arunachal Pradesh
Sairang Express derailment: Initial probe points to faulty braking system
A preliminary probe into the derailment of the Kolkata-Sairang Express at Digaru Railway Station in Assam on November 11 has pointed to a malfunctioning main braking system on the train. A six-member probe team, in its report, found that the system primarily responsible for applying brakes in the coaches, technically known as the BP angle cock, was in an isolated condition in the locomotive. This may be the reason for this accident, as the brakes may not have been applied when the FP/BP angle cock of the loco was in an isolated condition, a joint note prepared by the probe team on the day of the accident said. It further stated that the train crew applied the brakes, ut the brakes may not have been applied as the angle cock was previously in the closed position. The probe report does not identify who rendered the braking system dysfunctional or whether the train crew overlooked safety procedures to check its functionality before operating the train. However, in their statemen
NIA team visits Kulgam attack site
Srinagar, Nov 12:The National Investigation Agency (NIA) team visited the site of Wednesdays attack on a CRPF checkpoint near Mir Bazar in Kulgam district on Thursday even as preliminary investigations indicated that at least three terrorists, two of them believed to be foreign nationals, were involved in the strike. A National Investigation Agency (NIA) team on Thursday visited the site of the terror attack on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) checkpoint in south Kashmirs Kulgam district, a senior police officer said. The team inspected the spot to gather forensic evidence and examine the circumstances surrounding the attack, in which three CRPF personnel were injured. The samples collected from the scene are expected to assist investigators in establishing the sequence of events and identifying those involved in the attack. Security forces have continued search operations in the area to trace the attackers. The preliminary investigation reveals that at least three terrorists were involved in the attack. Two of them seem to be foreign nationals, said senior police officer. We are reviewing the CCTV footage from the area to get a clear picture. There is a marshy patch in the area and the terrorists escaped using the cover of the trees and bushes. Officials said the attackers approached the checkpoint on foot from the marshy area about 50 metres away. After opening fire with AK-47 rifles, they fled on foot through the same tree line. The attack took place barely 2 km from the heavily guarded Srinagar-Jammu National Highway. The CRPF had earlier stated that the incident occurred around 2:15 pm when the assailants fired at its personnel of the 46th Battalion, deployed as a bridge guard, before fleeing the spot. The three injured CRPF personnel Head Constable Somveer Singh (Madhya Pradesh), Constable RakeshDass (Assam) and Constable Santosh Chandru (West Bengal) - were first rushed to Government Medical College, Anantnag, and later shifted to the Armys 92 Base Hospital in Srinagar. One sustained bullet wounds to the abdomen and spine and underwent surgery; the other two received injuries to the arm and leg. Two of the injured have since been discharged after treatment, while the critically injured jawan continues to receive advanced care. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the hospital to enquire about his condition. GOC 15 Corps, Lieutenant General Balbir Singh, visited the spot to review the ongoing operations. Senior officers of the Army, CRPF and J&K Police are supervising the expanded search, guided by human and technical intelligence. A Motorola phone and SIM card were recovered from the site. Sources said investigators are examining the possibility that the attackers belong to a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) module operating in south Kashmir. At least three suspected overground workers (OGWs) of the LeT are being questioned, with agencies suspecting that at least one provided logistical assistance, including reconnaissance and shelter. Police sources also suspect the involvement of local terrorist Lateef Ahmad Bhat of Kulgam, earlier blamed for two attacks in July and described at the time as the only local militant active in the Valley. Cartridges recovered from the site matched those found in the earlier Killam incident. There are concerns within the security establishment that, even as local recruitment has declined, small groups of foreign terrorists assisted by local support networks retain the capacity for targeted attacks. The period preceding winter is considered particularly vulnerable as terrorists hiding in the higher reaches of the PirPanjal typically move to lower elevations before snowfall. Such movements are sometimes accompanied by attacks before they shift to winter hideouts. A senior security officer said the strike appeared part of an attempt by Pakistan-based groups to reactivate networks in Kashmir despite sustained counter-terrorism operations.
Search operations launched across south Kashmir
Srinagar, Nov 12:Security forces on Thursday launched and intensified search operations across south Kashmir in the wake of the terror attack on a CRPF checkpoint near Mir Bazar in Kulgam district, even as the joint cordon-and-search operation at the main site entered its second day with an expanded area under cordon. The primary operation, which was suspended overnight due to darkness, resumed at first light in the Nowpora Akhran area. Additional forces have been deployed, barricades strengthened and vehicle checks intensified along the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway and approach roads to seal escape routes. Armoured vehicles and Quick Reaction Teams remain in position as teams comb the forested and rural belts. GOC 15 Corps, Lieutenant General Balbir Singh, visited the spot to review the operations and take stock of the ground situation. Senior officers of the Army, CRPF, and J&K Police are supervising the search, which is being guided by human and technical intelligence inputs. Parallel search and area-domination efforts have been activated at multiple locations across south Kashmir as part of a coordinated response. The attack occurred around 2:15 pm on Wednesday when two heavily armed assailants emerged from a dense cluster of trees and opened fire on a CRPF naka of the 46th Battalion, deployed as a bridge guard roughly 1 to 2 km off the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway near Mir Bazar. Security personnel returned fire, but the attackers fled into the adjoining forested area. The injured personnel have been identified as Head Constable Somveer Singh (Madhya Pradesh), Constable RakeshDass (Assam) and Constable Santosh Chandru (West Bengal). Somveer Singh sustained a bullet injury to his arm and RakeshDass to his leg; both were reported stable. Chandru suffered gunshot wounds to the abdomen and spine and was initially critical. Two of the injured personnel have since been discharged from hospital after treatment. The critically injured jawan was airlifted to the 92 Base Hospital in Srinagar for advanced care. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the hospital to enquire about his condition and interacted with the treating doctors. Deputy Commissioner Anantnag Bilal Mohiuddin had earlier visited the injured at GMC Anantnag. This is the third terror-related incident reported in south Kashmir in recent months. Forces have maintained a tight vigil across the region while the expanded searches continue.
Assam Agriculture Minister Sets Deadline for 100% Farmer Registration
Assams Agriculture Minister Piyush Hazarika aims for complete farmer registration by January 15, 2026, during a review in Dhemaji district. Assam Agriculture Minister Sets Deadline for 100% Farmer Registration
Assam Draft Electoral Roll Has 2.19 Lakh More Voters Than February List
During a revision after a final roll was published in February, 4,12,344 names had been added, and 1,93,573 deleted.
Assams Investment Promises Transforming into Reality, Says Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assams Chief Minister highlights the transformation of investment promises into projects, boosting the states industrial growth. Assams Investment Promises Transforming into Reality, Says Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
PAN Card, Voter ID Alone Cannot Prove Citizenship: Gauhati High Court
The remarks came as the Gauhati High Court upheld a Foreigners Tribunal order declaring a woman from Assam's Darrang district a foreigner.
Digital Desk | Agartala, Nov 12 (IANS) Amid a controversy over alleged derogatory remarks by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Tafajjal Hossain about the food habits and lifestyle of the tribal community, the ruling party in Tripura on Thursday served a show-cause notice to the legislator, asking him to submit his explanation within seven days, failing which disciplinary action would be initiated in accordance with party rules. In the show-cause notice, Tripura BJP Disciplinary Committee Convener Tapas Bhattacharjee said that a video which recently went viral on social media had come to the notice of the state party leadership. In the video, Hossain was allegedly heard making objectionable and derogatory remarks about the food habits and daily lifestyle of the state's tribal communities. The notice stated that the content and manner of presentation in the video had caused widespread resentment and concern among members of the tribal community and various other sections of society, the notice said. It also added that maintaining harmony among different communities in Tripura's diverse social and cultural environment was a collective responsibility of every public representative, and such conduct was in no way acceptable from an elected representative holding a position of responsibility. The BJP disciplinary committee also took exception to what it described as speculative statements made by the MLA in the names of the incumbent Chief Minister Manik Saha and a former Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb, saying that such remarks had triggered adverse reactions among the people of the state. With the approval of the State BJP President Abhishek Debroy, the notice directed Hossain to clarify his role and position on the issues raised within seven days of receiving it and submit a written explanation to the party's state headquarters, saying why disciplinary action should not be initiated against him. The notice warned that failure to submit a satisfactory response within the stipulated period would invite action under the party's disciplinary rules. The controversy erupted after a video circulated on social media on Tuesday, purportedly showing the BJP legislator making objectionable comments about pig and pork, a popular food among tribal communities in the Northeast. Non-tribals also occasionally eat pork. On Wednesday, Hossain expressed regret over his remarks and appealed for peace and communal harmony. In a video message posted on social media, the MLA sought to clarify his comments, allegedly made at Sonamura in Sepahijala district. Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha earlier said on Thursday that the law would take its own course and that the party was also examining the matter. The Chief Minister added that he had already discussed the issue with State BJP President Abhishek Debroy and that the matter was under consideration. MLA Tafajjal Hossain has already expressed regret over his remarks. The matter should be looked at from this perspective. However, such remarks should not be made, CM Saha told the media. Several tribal organisations affiliated with the BJP's ally, the Tipra Motha Party (TMP), as well as the Opposition CPI-M, have lodged complaints at various police stations in Agartala, demanding legal action against Hossain, 52. TMP founder and supremo Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma demanded an apology from the legislator, while State CPI-M Secretary and Leader of the Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury urged the state government to take appropriate action. In an earlier development, the BJP had served a show-cause notice to Hossain in October last year for making adverse comments against former Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb and former Union Minister Pratima Bhoumik. Hossain was elected to the Tripura Assembly from the Boxanagar constituency in Sepahijala district for the first time in the 2023 Assembly elections. Pork is among the most preferred meats across the eight Northeastern states, with the annual pork trade in the region estimated at Rs 8,000 crore to Rs 10,000 crore. Assam is the largest supplier of pork in the region.
Assam Agriculture Minister sets Jan 15 deadline for 100 pc farmer registration
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 12 (IANS) Assam Agriculture Minister Pijush Hazarika on Thursday set a January 15 deadline for completing 100 per cent farmer registration in Dhemaji district, while reviewing the implementation of key agricultural schemes and inspecting innovative farming projects. During a day-long visit to the district, Hazarika inspected integrated farming, sunn hemp cultivation and oil palm projects before chairing a departmental review meeting at the District Commissioner's conference hall. Officials informed the Minister that Dhemaji has so far achieved 83 per cent of its farmer registration target. Expressing the need to bring all eligible cultivators under the registration process, Hazarika directed the department to ensure 100 per cent coverage by January 15. The Minister began his field visit at Arnai Chapori, where he inspected a 22-bigha integrated farm developed by progressive farmer Bhuban Pegu. The farm has adopted a diversified model involving areca nut, tomato, papaya and pineapple cultivation, along with poly-tank pisciculture. At Demow, Hazarika also reviewed sunn hemp cultivation and highlighted its potential in improving soil fertility and promoting green manure practices. He later visited oil palm and multi-crop horticulture farms developed by farmers Bamun Islary and Dilip Boro in the Dipa area and interacted with local cultivators to understand challenges facing agricultural activities. During the review meeting, the Minister issued a series of directions to officials, including the formation of more Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs) and regular field-level 'Khet Bachao' awareness programmes. He also asked the department to expedite the identification of land required to meet oil palm cultivation targets and hold joint meetings involving the Fisheries and Agriculture departments to promote Makhana cultivation. Hazarika further directed officials to address bottlenecks faced by local agri-entrepreneurs seeking support under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF). Paddy procurement certificates were also distributed to several farmers during the programme. Cabinet Minister Ranoj Pegu, MP Pradan Baruah and MLAs Bhuban Pegu and Jibon Gogoi accompanied Hazarika during the visit.
Assam Chief Minister Attends Golden Jubilee of Wangala Festival, Celebrates Assam-Meghalaya Ties
Assams CM Himanta Biswa Sarma highlights cultural bonds at the 50th Wangala Festival in Meghalaya, emphasizing shared heritage. Assam Chief Minister Attends Golden Jubilee of Wangala Festival, Celebrates Assam-Meghalaya Ties
'Advantage Assam' promises turning into projects on ground: CM Sarma
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 12 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Thursday that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government is translating investment commitments made during the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit into projects on the ground, as the state steps up its push to emerge as a major industrial and investment destination in the Northeast. The Chief Minister added that nearly Rs 3 lakh crore worth of investments announced at the summit are already taking shape across Assam. In a post on social media platform X, CM Sarma said he had recently inaugurated an eco-friendly AAC blocks manufacturing unit in Tinsukia, describing it as another step towards delivering on the commitments made during Advantage Assam 2.0. We are turning every announcement at #AdvantageAssam 2.0 into reality, the Chief Minister said, adding that the new industrial unit reflected the state government's focus on converting investment proposals into operational projects. The Assam government has been aggressively pursuing an industry-led growth strategy, positioning the state as a gateway to the Northeast and a key investment destination in eastern India. The Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit, organised earlier this year, was a major part of this strategy, with the state government seeking investments across sectors ranging from infrastructure, energy and manufacturing to technology, tourism and agriculture. The state government has also highlighted improvements in connectivity, industrial infrastructure and the overall business environment as key factors driving investor interest in Assam. Chief Minister Sarma has repeatedly said that the focus is not limited to attracting investment announcements but on ensuring their implementation and creating employment opportunities for the state's youth. The latest project in Tinsukia also underlines the state government's efforts to expand industrial activity beyond Guwahati and other traditional urban centres, taking new manufacturing and investment opportunities to different parts of the state. The state government has in recent years rolled out several initiatives aimed at improving ease of doing business and attracting both domestic and global investors. With investment proposals now moving towards implementation, the Assam government is seeking to demonstrate that the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit was not merely a platform for signing agreements, but a roadmap for accelerating industrialisation, generating jobs and strengthening the state's economy.
Assam CM attends golden jubilee celebrations of Garo Community
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday attended the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Garo community
Petrol Pumps Across Guwahati Observe 24-Hour Shutdown, Meghalaya Sees Rush
Long queues formed at several petrol pumps in Meghalaya near the Assam border, while heavy traffic built up as motorists from Guwahati crossed the state boundary.
