Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma provided financial aid to over 82,000 young individuals. This initiative aims to foster self-reliance and economic empowerment across the state. Beneficiaries received funds under the Mukhyamantri Atmanirbhar Asom Abhiyan programs. The government encourages youth to contribute to Assam's self-sufficiency goals. A new Youth Welfare and Empowerment Department has also been established.
Assam's Chief Minister announced the prevention of twelve illegal infiltrators at the international border. The state police actively monitored movements and secured the border from potential threats. A new Standard Operating Procedure guides officials in expelling illegal migrants from Assam. District Commissioners will direct suspected individuals to provide citizenship evidence within ten days. This SOP aims to expedite the process and settle cases efficiently within a short timeframe.
Central university student dies in Assam
Tezpur University has decided to constitute a high-level committee to review the existing mechanisms for supporting students mental well-being
Gold falls Rs 600 on weak domestic demand
New Delhi, Sep 17 (PTI) Gold prices fell by Rs 600 to Rs 1.55 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital on Thursday as weak domestic demand weighed on the precious metal. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 1,55,600 per 10 grams on Wednesday. Silver, however, held steady at Rs 2.42 lakh per kilogram, inclusive of all taxes, according to local traders. Traders said weak demand in the domestic market weighed on gold prices. Gold edged lower on Thursday, tracking overnight weakness in international markets after the Federal Reserve delivered a hawkish policy
Death of tribal children in Balaghat: Rahul calls MP govt India
New Delhi, Sep 17 (PTI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday launched a blistering attack on the BJP government in Madhya Pradesh over the death of more than 30 tribal children due to various diseases in Balaghat district, claiming that the state government is Indias most corrupt and incompetent. Gandhi also slammed Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and said if he finds time after lighting lamps and holding celebrations, he must take a look at the ground reality in the state. In Balaghat, more than 30 tribal children have died amid illness, malnutrition and a lack of basic health facilities. The
Stock markets close flat after US Fed rate hike; NSE IPO in focus
Mumbai, Sep 17 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed nearly flat on Thursday as caution prevailed after the US Federal Reserve increased its interest rates and indicated further tightening in monetary policy. Giving up intraday gains, the 30-share BSE Sensex dipped 21.86 points, or 0.03 per cent, to settle at 74,314.59. During the day, it climbed 341.11 points, or 0.45 per cent, to 74,677.56. The 50-share NSE Nifty closed marginally up 53 points, or 0.23 per cent, at 23,270.60. Among the 30 Sensex firms, HDFC Bank, Titan, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, Bharti Airtel and Axis Bank were
Rupee settles 3 paise lower at 95.94 against US dollar after breaching 96 level
Mumbai, Sep 17 (PTI) The rupee, which slipped below the 96 level in intraday trade, ended Thursdays session with a loss of just 3 paise at 95.94 (provisional) against the US dollar, paring initial losses on likely RBI intervention. The rupee ended almost flat amid a slight fall in the dollar index and crude oil prices, which supported investor sentiment despite global geopolitical volatility. According to forex analysts, the local currency, however, stayed under pressure due to outflows of foreign funds and global trade uncertainties after the House of Representatives cleared a law authorising President Donald Trump to impose up
Assam's Iron Lady Sanjukta Parashar becomes first woman to lead CRPF's elite CoBRA unit
India rice output faces biggest drop in two decades, stocks cushion exports
MUMBAI, Sept 17 (Reuters) Indias rice production is set to fall this year for the first time in a decade, and by the most in nearly 20 years, as below-normal rainfall during the crops maturation period threatens to cut yields, industry officials told Reuters. The drop in the worlds biggest rice-producing and exporting country will lift local prices and make exports expensive at a time when prices are already rising in other exporting countries such as Thailand and Vietnam. However, massive inventories built up from record harvests in recent years will allow New Delhi to maintain exports at record
SC orders Manipur Chief Secretary to report on 25 unnatural deaths in relief camps
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Thursday sought a detailed report from the Manipur Chief Secretary on 25 cases of unnatural deaths reported from relief camps in the violence-affected state, including details of post-mortem examinations, causes of death, and measures taken to prevent such incidents. A Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana passed the directions after taking note of material placed before it concerning deaths and other difficulties faced by internally displaced persons living in relief camps. The apex court directed the Chief Secretary to provide details of all 25 unnatural deaths reported in newspapers and place on record the corresponding post-mortem reports and other material indicating the causes of death. We direct the Chief Secretary of Manipur to submit a report about all the 25 unnatural deaths reported in the newspapers...along with a post-mortem report identifying the cause and what preventive steps have been taken to avoid the same, it said. The Manipur government has also been asked to explain the preventive measures adopted in the relief camps to ensure the safety and dignity of internally displaced persons. The top court took note of a report concerning deaths in relief camps across eight districts and questioned the circumstances in which post-mortem examinations were conducted in only 20 cases. It also sought an explanation regarding reports of compensation of only Rs 20,000-Rs 30,000 being paid to families in cases involving unnatural deaths. The CJI-headed Bench directed the state government to clarify why post-mortem examinations had not been conducted in all such cases and the basis on which the compensation amounts were determined. It further directed the authorities to ensure that people residing in relief camps are provided adequate medical facilities and essential day-to-day necessities. The Manipur Legal Services Authority was directed to immediately examine the issue and ensure registration of FIRs in all cases of unnatural deaths. It was also asked to ensure that the causes of death are properly ascertained and investigations in cases where FIRs have already been registered are completed expeditiously. The directions followed the Supreme Court's consideration of a report submitted by the committee headed by Jammu and Kashmir's former High Court Chief Justice Gita Mittal. The committee had been constituted by the apex court to examine humanitarian concerns arising from the 2023 violence, including issues relating to women and children, relief camps, compensation and rehabilitation. During the hearing, Additional Solicitor General (ASG) Aishwarya Bhati also placed before the CJI-led Bench the status of investigations into cases arising from the Manipur violence. The Centres law officer informed that 42 Special Investigation Teams had been constituted across eight districts. Charge sheets have been filed in 302 cases, closure reports in 1,583 cases, and 1,135 cases are still under investigation. She also apprised of the proceedings in cases being investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), including cases relating to sexual violence during the 2023 violence. The Supreme Court had earlier transferred 11 cases concerning sexual violence to the CBI and directed that the trials be conducted in Assam, while permitting victims and witnesses to depose through video conferencing from Manipur. The apex court had also appointed former IPS officer Dattatray Padsalgikar to monitor the investigation into cases arising from the violence. In February, the Supreme Court had sought a status report from the CBI on the progress of the investigation into the sexual violence cases and considered a mechanism under which the Manipur and Gauhati High Courts could coordinate in monitoring the trials. The top had then emphasised the need for victims and witnesses to be provided a free and fearless environment for recording their statements.
Starting an Education Franchise in Assam: Why the Preschool Segment Has Strong Potential
Preschool education is becoming an important part of how families prepare children for formal schooling, creating meaningful opportunities for education entrepreneurs in Assam. Parents increasingly value learning environments that combine care, social interaction, creativity and age-appropriate development. This changing outlook gives the preschool segment room to grow across different communities. For aspiring education entrepreneurs, a [] The post Starting an Education Franchise in Assam: Why the Preschool Segment Has Strong Potential appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Tata Electronics to sign 16 pacts at SEMICON India, says CEO Thakur
Tata Electronics will be signing 16 agreements at the SEMICON India conference with players across Europe, Japan, Singapore, and India, CEO Randhir Thakur said on Thursday, adding that the company's 'fab' in Dholera, Gujarat and the packaging facility in Assam are on track to meet scheduled commitments made to the government. Terming chips and semiconductors as an industry of the future, Thakur said India is ready to write the next chapter of the semiconductor story. Five years ago, India Semiconductor Mission was formed. Today, there are 12 factories which are under different stages of completion, and we are already exporting Made in India chips to customers globally, he said, outlining India's growing prowess in the global chip-making ecosystem. The government is in perfect sync with the semiconductor industry, bringing conducive policies that are building the foundational layer of a vibrant ecosystem and removing the barriers, he said, addressing the inaugural session of ..
Assam begins commemorating Zubeen Gargs first death anniversary
The State Government has extended support for a range of cultural and spiritual programmes, while cab operators have offered low-fare rides to and from his memorial about 23 km east of Guwahati
A global AI safety strategy depends on US-China cooperation. They each see the other as the problem
HONG KONG, September 17, 2026 (AP) As concern rises over the risks of artificial intelligence, hopes for any kind of global approach depend on cooperation between the U.S. and China superpowers that seem only to be more skeptical of each others AI strategy. AI governance is expected to be on the agenda in a meeting planned for next week in Washington between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The topic has gained urgency in both countries, with American tech leaders saying that averting worst-case scenarios for rogue AI depends on a degree of cooperation with China.
U.S. House passes Russia sanctions bill puts India at risk of tariffs of up to 100 pc: GTRI
New Delhi, Sep 17 (PTI) A bill passed by the US House of Representatives authorising President Donald Trump to impose sanctions on Russia and steep tariffs on countries buying Russian oil and gas, including India, could expose New Delhi to tariffs of up to 100 per cent, think tank GTRI said on Thursday. However, the actual impact of new tariffs on Indian exports can be assessed only after the US announces the tariff rates, product coverage and implementation timetable, it said. The Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, passed by the US Senate last month, was
12 Infiltrators Prevented From Illegal Entry Into India: Assam CM
Guwahati, Sep 17: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that 12 foreign nationals were stopped from illegally entering India, crediting the Assam Police for their vigilance along the international borders. In a post shared on X Wednesday evening, Sarma commended the police force for their swift action, stating that their monitoring had successfully prevented... The post 12 Infiltrators Prevented From Illegal Entry Into India: Assam CM first appeared on Northeast Today .
Stock markets trade marginally higher after US Fed rate hike; NSE IPO in focus
Mumbai, Sep 17 (PTI) Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty were trading marginally higher in early trade on Thursday as crude oil prices eased slightly from their recent highs, although caution prevailed after the US Federal Reserves rate hike and indications of further tightening. Foreign fund outflows and muted trend in Asian markets also capped the gains in the domestic equities during initial trading. The 30-share BSE Sensex advanced 86.49 points to 74,422.94 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty was up 50.1 points to 23,267.70. Among the 30 Sensex firms, Eternal, Bajaj Finance, Bharat Electronics, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bajaj
Rupee slips below 96 per dollar level in early trade
Mumbai, Sep 17 (PTI) The rupee depreciated 19 paise to breach the 96 level against the US dollar for the first time in over two months in early trade on Thursday following weak investor sentiments amid global uncertainties. The currency, however, pared losses and traded with a gain of 10 paise following suspected RBI intervention. According to forex analysts, the rupee is expected to see high volatility pressured by elevated crude oil prices hovering at USD 105 per barrel and the broad strength of the American currency in the overseas market. Moreover, a rate hike of 25 basis points by
Melbourne, 17 September 2026 (Conversation) How should we refer to people with mental ill health, disability, or neurodivergence? Terminology should be respectful, apt and avoid carrying stigma. Its also important to listen to peoples preferences about how they refer to their condition. But how much consensus is there and how has terminology changed? Our new study the largest of its kind explores how this language has evolved over the past 45 years to reflect our shifting views of mental illness and disability. We found preferences can depend on the condition, and whether we are talking about individuals or
Climate change made deadly Nepal glacier and rock collapse more likely, according to analysis
BENGALURU, India, September 17, 2026 (AP) Human-caused global warming thinned glaciers and thawed mountain permafrost, likely helping to destabilize the Himalayan slope that collapsed last month and unleashed catastrophic flooding across Nepal, according to a report released Thursday. The report by the World Weather Attribution cautioned that climate change was not the sole cause of the Aug. 26 disaster. A large 2015 Nepal earthquake may have weakened the rock years before the collapse, their analysis found. This disaster was not an extreme weather event, but the fingerprints of climate change are still clear to see in long-term changes, said
CMs extend birthday wishes to PM Modi on his 76th birthday, hail his 25 years of public service
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Chief Ministers on Thursday extended birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, lauding his 25 years of public life and highlighting his focus on public service, good governance, development and nation-building. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his birthday wishes to the Prime Minister and said that PM Modi has awakened a new consciousness of transformation in the lives of individuals by making service his spiritual practice, good governance his resolve and nation-building his supreme objective during his 25 years of public life. Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji has awakened a new consciousness of transformation in the lives of every individual by making service his spiritual practice, good governance his resolve, and nation-building his supreme objective during his 25 years of public life, Yogi said. He added that on the occasion of PM Modi's 76th birthday, the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' would be launched from Varanasi, the holy city associated with the Prime Minister's parliamentary constituency. Today, on the sacred occasion of his 76th birthday, the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' will be launched from Baba Vishwanath's holy city of Varanasi. At the same time, on the auspicious occasion of the Jayanti of Lord Vishwakarma ji, the deity of creation and labour, in Lucknow, the launch of the exhibition and margin money loan portal based on 'Vishwakarma Self-Employment and Swadeshi Mela 2026' under the 'Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana 2.0', as well as the distribution of cheques and toolkits to beneficiaries of various schemes, will take place, he said. This journey of resolve through service, self-reliance through labour, and prosperity through swadeshi will give new momentum to the goal of 'Viksit Bharat', CM Yogi added. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta also extended her birthday greetings to the Prime Minister and highlighted what she described as his guidance and affection towards the national capital. In a post on X, CM Gupta said, Heartfelt birthday wishes to the esteemed Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Delhi has continuously received your affection and guidance. Under your leadership, today the capital is moving forward with new momentum, new capabilities, and newfound confidence. She said the city's landscape was transforming along with new facilities, opportunities and aspirations for its people. The city's landscape is transforming, and along with it, new facilities, new opportunities, and new hopes are being woven into the lives of its people. Be it our sisters, our young companions, labourer families, senior citizens, or our children who cherish dreams of the future, the journey towards a developed Delhi centres on the lives of every individual, CM Gupta said. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami also conveyed his birthday greetings to PM Modi and praised his public service and focus on the welfare of youth, farmers and the poor. Heartfelt birthday greetings and best wishes to the revered Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the unparalleled devotee of Mother India, ever dedicated to the welfare of the youth, farmers, and the poor, and the illustrious leader who enhances India's pride on the global stage, CM Dhami said in a post on X. West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari also wished the Prime Minister on his birthday and highlighted his leadership and contribution to nation-building. Heartiest Birthday Greetings to our Honble Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, Your tireless dedication, visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to nation-building continue to inspire millions across the globe. Under your dynamic guidance, Bharat is scaling new heights of progress, pride and self-reliance. Praying for your good health, long life and endless strength as you continue to lead our Motherland toward a brighter future, he added. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel also extended his greetings and recalled PM Modi's political journey from Vadnagar to the Prime Minister's Office. I extend my heartiest birthday wishes to the world's most popular leader and the country's successful Prime Minister, the honourable Shri Narendra Bhai Modi ji, who dedicates every moment to the service of Mother India, CM Patel said. From the sacred soil of Vadnagar to becoming the helmsman of the world's largest democracy, your life journey is a living example of tireless hard work, unwavering resolve, and patriotism. From assuming the role of Chief Minister of Gujarat to becoming the country's Prime Minister, for the last 25 years, your continuous journey of service as a people's representative has become a golden chapter of good governance, public welfare, and development, he added. CM Patel further said that under PM Modi's leadership, the country had embraced the mantra of Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi and referred to cultural revival, digital development, modern infrastructure and self-reliance in the defence sector. Under your visionary leadership, the country has realised the mantra of 'Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi.' On one hand, through magnificent cultural revival, and on the other, through digital revolution, modern infrastructure, and self-reliance in the defence sector, India has established its influence on the global stage, he said. He added that by placing the poor, youth, farmers and women at the centre of development, the government had sought to turn the goal of 'Viksit Bharat @ 2047' into a broader national resolve. I pray to God to grant you excellent health, long life, and ceaseless energy to lead the country to the pinnacle of supreme glory, CM Patel said. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav also extended birthday greetings to PM Modi, saying his commitment to public service was giving a new direction to the country's development. Heartfelt birthday greetings and best wishes to the illustrious Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji, whose unwavering dedication to public service is giving a new direction to the nation's reconstruction, and who is realising the resolve of the people's aspirations, CM Yadav said. He said Modi had made GYAN the foundation of national strength and had contributed to enhancing India's self-confidence. By making GYAN the foundation of national strength, you have elevated India's self-confidence to new heights. Your dream of a 'Developed India' has today become the vow of millions of fellow citizens. May Baba Somnath bless you with excellent health and a long life, he added. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also extended his greetings and recalled PM Modi's journey in public life, noting his roles in Gujarat and at the national level. From a young age, Adarniya Shri Narendra Modi ji has devoted himself to public service in various capacities. For the past 25 years -- first as Head of Government in Gujarat and subsequently of Bharat -- he has steered the nation forward with unwavering resolve, CM Sarma said. He said welfare, social justice, infrastructure development and national security had been prominent aspects of PM Modi's public life. Welfare, social justice, rapid infrastructure development, and an uncompromising commitment to national security have been the hallmarks of his long public life, CM Sarma said. He further highlighted PM Modi's focus on Assam's development since 2014. Since 2014, he has placed unprecedented emphasis on Assam's development, firmly establishing it as an engine of growth for the region. From Vikas to Virasat, he has prioritised our State's overall welfare and continues to guide us as we script new chapters of development, CM Sarma said. On this special day, I pray to Maa Kamakhya and Srimanta Sankardev to bless him with good health and many more years in the service of Maa Bharti, he added.
Debashish Sharma filed nomination papers for the Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election. BJP leaders and supporters attended the nomination filing event. Party leaders criticized the Congress's past politics in Assam. They highlighted the development work of current central and state governments. Voters are expected to elect Sharma for the constituency's development.
Have you heard? Rima Das returns with Village Rockstars 2
Rima Das Village Rockstars 2 will release in cinemas on September 25. The standalone follow-up follows a teenage girl in Assam as she explores friendship, music and aspirations, while highlighting her bond with her mother and climate change
Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut
WASHINGTON. September 17, 2026 (AP) The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the first time since 2023 in an effort to quell stubbornly high inflation, and the central bank signaled another rate hike could occur later this year. The quarter-point increase lifts the Feds key rate to about 3.9% and, over time, could result in higher borrowing costs for mortgages, auto loans and credit cards. In a set of quarterly projections, the Fed also signaled its rate-setting committee could raise it a second time to 4.1%. The move comes as Americans are already struggling with high
Third citizens convention in Nazira calls for scientific probe into July 19 floods
The third citizens convention was held in Nazira on Sunday to discuss the devastating floods of July 19 that swept through parts of Sivasagar, Charaideo and Jorhat districts, leaving thousands
Maut villagers allege bias, negligence by Gaon Pradhan
A section of residents of Maut village under Shilakuti Gaon Panchayat in Shilakuti Mouza, within Nazira co-district, has submitted a written complaint to the District Commissioner, alleging bias, favo
Assam launches Cooling Action Plan to promote sustainable climate-friendly cooling
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28 sittings a year, J&K leads in legislative time: Speaker
Srinagar, Sept 16: Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Wednesday defended the duration of the forthcoming Autumn Session, rejecting criticism from Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Sharma that a short sitting reflected a lack of legislative accountability. Rather said Jammu and Kashmir has an average of 28 Assembly sittings a year against the national average of 24, arguing that the Union Territory compares favourably with other legislatures in terms of annual sitting days. The Leader of Opposition should introspect before making statements like that. Jammu and Kashmir has an average of 28 sittings per year against the national average of just 24, Rather toldmedia personsduring an interaction ahead of the Autumn Session. The session is scheduled to be held in Srinagar from September 21 to September 30. Sharma had demanded a month-long session, alleging that the Government was avoiding adequate legislative scrutiny and failing to provide sufficient time for raising public issues. The Speaker said the Autumn Session in J&K had traditionally been relatively short and cited examples from other States to counter the Opposition's criticism. Assam had a one-day session, Rajasthan had a two-day session, and Gujarat, Delhi and Goa had three-day sessions, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh had five-day sessions. These are all BJP-ruled States, he said. He also referred to the period when the BJP was part of the Government in Jammu and Kashmir, saying the Autumn Session had been short during those years as well. In 2015, the Autumn Session was from October 4 to October 10 while in 2017, it was held in July for only four days, Rather said. The Speaker's remarks came a day after Sharma accused the Government of undermining legislative accountability and called for a longer session to enable members to raise issues concerning the public. Rather, however, maintained that the number of sitting days alone should not be viewed as the sole measure of legislative performance, stressing the importance of the quality of debate and the functioning of the House. He also made an appeal to the media to give greater prominence to substantive legislative work rather than disruptions and uproar inside the Assembly. The Presiding Officers will certainly try to bring them under controlthat is indeed their responsibility. However, your responsibility is even greater. Those who create uproar and show no respect for the rules, please write less about them, he said. Rather urged journalists to focus more on the quality of speeches and the legislative performance of members. Give more coverage to whichever member delivers a good performance. That will help us conduct the House in a civilised and orderly manner, he said. The Speaker said excessive coverage of disruptions could encourage other members to resort to similar tactics for publicity. Generally, it is seen that those who create a ruckus receive the most coverage. The consequence of this is that the number of rabble-rousers continues to grow day by day, he said. Rather said new members could get the impression that shouting slogans and creating disruptions was an effective way of attracting media attention, and urged the press to instead highlight members who respect parliamentary rules and contribute substantively to proceedings. The exchange between the Speaker and the Opposition comes ahead of the September 21 opening of the Autumn Session, with the duration and functioning of the House emerging as an early point of political contention.
Assams Lok Sabha bypoll could define contours of Opposition politics in the State
Hog in the limelight: On Assams pygmy hog programme
The survival of the pygmy hog depends on a thriving ecosystem
Mizoram Universitys research scholars discover new montane toad species at Phawngpui National Park
Kuki groups fire at Naga villagein Manipur
Kohima hosts Japanese photographers exhibition on Naga cultural heritage
Mizoram youth group suspends trade with Rakhine, Chin states
No secondary schools in 7 Meghalaya blocks, govt approves scheme to give grants
Assams NCD burden puts focus on safer diagnosis, specialist care
Heavy rain waterlogs all 14 wards in Sivasagar
109.2kg of Yaba tabs worth Rs 327cr seized in Assams Hailakandi, 1 held
Shillong markets to get Rs 130-crore infrastructure upgrade
4 masked men rob Saukuchi house in early-hours break-in
Wife killers last rites performed in Gauripur
After 6 decades of service, Saraighat Bridge gets a major structural reset
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CID Halts Rs 10 Lakh Transfer In Boss Scam
Student dies after slipping under train in Hailakandi
Elephant seriously injured in Hojai train collision
3 elephants on move put Guwahati residents on alert
BJP, Cong, AIUDF & TMC face off in Nagaon bypoll; 25 file nominations
Student, 20, Found Hanging In Hostel Room At Assam's Tezpur University
He left a diary containing a note about his life and death, some students told reporters. While police confirmed that a diary was found, they refused to share its content.
Around 1,000 ATM cards were issued by Truist Bank of US, through which $99,95,240 was withdrawn, as per CBI. These transactions span Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, and Assam, as well as other states.
2 held, cough syrup bottles seized
Shillong, Sep 16: Two Assam residents were arrested after East Jaintia Hills Police seized 2,244 bottles of codeine-laced Vincof-Plus cough syrup in a midnight operation on NH-6. The two vehicles, headed to Silchar, were intercepted at Umkiang Patrol Post under Lumshnong PS on last night. The accused, Sanjib Kumar Kanu and Saidul Islam Barbhuya, were [] The post 2 held, cough syrup bottles seized first appeared on Highland Post .
Nagaon bypoll: BJP candidate expresses confidence of winning the Lok Sabha seat
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 16 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Devasish Sharma has expressed confidence in securing strong voter support in the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election, including from minority-dominated areas, as campaigning gains momentum in Assam. Sharma said the BJP was fully prepared for the electoral contest and that he was absolutely confident about the party's prospects. He also extended his best wishes to candidates representing other political parties. The BJP candidate thanked the people of Nagaon, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, the state BJP president, Cabinet ministers and MLAs for their support during the election preparations. Emphasising the BJP's governments at the Centre and in Assam, BJP candidate Sharma urged voters to focus on development and long-term public welfare rather than what he described as certain sentimental values that may not prove beneficial in the future. I am sure all the people in the minority areas are also looking for development, Sharma said, expressing his belief that the BJP government could fulfil their aspirations. Sharma further maintained that the party would receive substantial support from minority voters and perform strongly in the by-election. His remarks come as political parties intensify preparations for the Nagaon contest, where the BJP, Congress, AIUDF and other political forces are seeking to consolidate their respective voter bases. The BJP's outreach to minority-dominated areas and its emphasis on development are expected to form important elements of its campaign messaging ahead of polling. The by-election is being closely watched in Assam, given the constituency's political significance and the participation of multiple parties. Sharma's confidence contrasts with the competing claims of rival candidates, including AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal, who has also expressed confidence in winning the seat. The Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election is scheduled for October 6, while counting of votes will take place on October 9. The contest assumes additional significance because the Nagaon Lok Sabha seat was won by Congress in the 2019 and 2024 general elections. The seat fell vacant after Pradyut Bordoloi resigned as MP and subsequently joined the BJP before contesting the Dispur Assembly constituency. For the BJP, winning Nagaon would represent more than a parliamentary bypoll victory. It could strengthen the partys claim that its organisational and electoral influence is expanding into areas traditionally dominated by Congress. For the Congress, retaining the seat would provide a crucial counter-narrative and demonstrate that its traditional support base in central Assam remains intact. With both parties treating Nagaon as a political bellwether, the October 6 verdict is likely to be closely watched as an early indicator of Assams electoral mood.
Silver Lord Ram Statue, Gold-Plated Art Among Items At PM Mementos e-Auction
The collection has been sourced from different parts of the country, with larger representations from states including West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Assam, Bihar and Odisha.
Gold rebounds Rs 1,200 as bargain buying, easing crude oil prices lift sentiment
New Delhi, Sep 16 (PTI) Gold prices snapped a three-session losing streak on Wednesday, rising Rs 1,200 to Rs 1.55 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital as bargain buying by traders and easing crude oil prices boosted sentiment towards bullion. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity appreciated by Rs 1,200 to Rs 1,55,600 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) from Tuesdays closing level of Rs 1,54,400 per 10 grams, according to local traders. Silver also bounced back after holding steady for two straight sessions, surging Rs 7,400 to Rs 2.42 lakh per kilogram (inclusive of
Petition filed in Supreme Court to challenge imposition of MDR on UPI payments of above Rs 2,000
New Delhi, Sep 16 (PTI) A public interest litigation (PIL) matter has been filed in the Supreme Court, challenging the Centres decision to impose a merchant discount rate (MDR) on specified UPI person-to-merchant transactions of above Rs 2,000, saying the levy has been introduced without adequate statutory safeguards, transparency or public consultation. The government has introduced a 0.4% fee on UPI payments of more than Rs 2,000 made to merchants from October 15. Under this, a merchant discount rate (MDR) of 0.4% is to be levied on person-to-merchant transactions of above Rs 2,000. However, no MDR is to be levied
Assam CM Urges People To Light Ashirwad Ka Diya For PM Modi
Month-long Seva Sankalp Abhiyan to begin on Modis birthday
Nagaon bypoll: Ajmal confident of AIUDF win, takes aim at BJP-Congress
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 16 (IANS) All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) chief, Badruddin Ajmal, has expressed confidence that his party will emerge victorious in the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha bye-election in Assam, asserting that both the BJP and Congress will face defeat in the contest. Speaking in Hojai on Monday, Ajmal said the AIUDF's campaign would focus on what he described as humanity, while taking a swipe at the BJP and Congress over their respective political approaches. The BJP talks about Hindus, while the Congress does not talk about the concerns of either Hindus or Muslims. We talk about humanity, so we are fully confident that we will win, and the other two parties will lose, Ajmal said. The AIUDF chief is set to file his nomination papers for the Nagaon bye-election at 10 a.m. on Tuesday. The party had earlier named Ajmal as its candidate for the bypoll, setting up a closely watched electoral contest in one of Assam's politically significant Lok Sabha constituencies. Ajmal's candidature was announced a day before the deadline for filing nominations. The bye-election was necessitated following the vacancy in the Nagaon Lok Sabha seat. The contest has drawn attention because of the political significance of Nagaon, which has a substantial mix of communities and has traditionally witnessed competition among the BJP, Congress and minority-focussed political forces. Ajmal, who is the AIUDF's founder and chief, is a prominent political figure in Assam and currently represents Binnakandi in the state Assembly. The AIUDF has sought to project its campaign around issues concerning people across communities, with Ajmal positioning the party's approach as distinct from what he described as the BJP's focus on Hindu voters and the Congress' inability to adequately address the concerns of either community. The BJP and Congress are also expected to focus on their respective organisational strengths and voter bases as campaigning gathers pace. With Ajmal entering the fray, the Nagaon bypoll is set to become a significant test for the AIUDF's political standing in central Assam. The AIUDF chief reiterated that his party was confident of securing the seat and defeating both the BJP and Congress in the upcoming election. Meanwhile, the BJP has fielded former IAS officer and former Nagaon Deputy Commissioner Devasish Sharma, while the Congress has nominated former Batadroba MLA Sibamoni Bora. The contest assumes additional significance because the Nagaon Lok Sabha seat was won by the Congress in the 2019 and 2024 general elections. The seat fell vacant after Pradyut Bordoloi resigned as MP and subsequently joined the BJP before contesting the Dispur Assembly constituency.
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Centenarians living in Japan exceed 100,000 for the first time
TOKYO, September 16, 2026 (AP) The number of people aged 100 or older in Japan surpassed a record 100,000 this year, the latest government figures show, underscoring the countrys rapidly aging and declining population. The Health and Welfare Ministry statistics released Tuesday show Japan now has 107,677 centenarians, up 7,914 from the previous year and exceeding the 100,000 mark for the first time. Nearly 88% of them are women. Kyoto resident Fuyo Kishimoto was recently recognized as the oldest Japanese woman at age 114. Japans oldest male is 112-year-old Hikaru Kato from Kumamoto in southern Japan. The figures were
Guwahati, September 16: A 31yearold employee of Green View Tea Estate in Mariani, Jorhat district, was found dead after being missing for several days, with his decomposed body recovered from a sandbank along the Bhogdoi river on Saturday. Police later confirmed that the victim, identified as Anil Rajgarh, had been beheaded before his body was... The post Assam: Man Beheaded, Buried in Sand Along Bhogdoi River; 4 Arrested as Police Probe Extramarital Affair Link first appeared on Northeast Today .
Markets rebound on value buying; Sensex climbs nearly 333 pts, Nifty ends above 23,200
Mumbai, Sep 16 (PTI) Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded on Wednesday on value buying after falling sharply in the previous session, with bank stocks driving the rally in equities. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 332.63 points, or 0.45 per cent, to settle at 74,336.45. During the day, it jumped 502.04 points, or 0.67 per cent, to 74,505.86. The 50-share NSE Nifty was up 99 points, or 0.43 per cent, to end at 23,217.60. Among the 30 Sensex firms, ITC, State Bank of India, Axis Bank, Trent, Mahindra & Mahindra and Bharat Electronics were among the major winners. Tata
Guwahati, September 16: Filmmaker Rima Das acclaimed feature Village Rockstars 2 is set for a nationwide release on September 25, bringing the award-winning Assamese film to audiences in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Pune. The announcement follows its earlier theatrical run in Assam and its screening at MAMI Independent. A continuation of Das 2017... The post Assam Filmmaker Rima Das Village Rockstars 2 to Release Nationwide on September 25 first appeared on Northeast Today .
Rupee loses 7 paise to settle at 95.95 against US dollar
Mumbai, Sep 16 (PTI) The rupee stayed weak for the seventh consecutive session, declining 7 paise to 95.95 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, tracking a strong greenback overseas and foreign fund outflows. Forex traders said the rupees slide was capped by positive domestic equity markets, even as crude oil prices remained elevated amid escalating US-Iran conflict. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.89 and moved in the range of 95.85 to 95.98 against the greenback. The unit finally settled 7 paise lower at 95.95 (provisional) against the American currency. The local unit ended 34
PM has decided to prostrate before Trump: Rahul on
New Delhi, Sep 16 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has decided to prostrate before US President Donald Trump and give a huge amount of money to America, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged on Wednesday and demanded a rollback of the governments decision to levy a fee on UPI payments. In a video posted on X, Gandhi urged Prime Minister Modi to stop lying down in front of the US, have a spine, stand up and rollback the UPI tax. Modi ji, roll back the UPI tax. Now. pic.twitter.com/IIt46zMgCG Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) September 16, 2026 The government on Tuesday introduced
Iron Lady Sanjukta Parashar Becomes First Woman To Head CRPFs Elite CoBRA Commando Unit
IPS officer Sanjukta Parashar, known as the Iron Lady of Assam, has become the first woman officer to head the CRPFs elite jungle warfare commando unit, CoBRA. The 2006-batch Assam-Meghalaya cadre officer was appointed Inspector General of CoBRA after serving in Assam Police and the National Investigation Agency. Parashar earned her moniker after leading a crackdown against the National Democratic Front of Bodoland as Sonitpur SP in 2013-14, an operation that resulted in the killing of 16 militants and arrest of 64 others. She takes charge as CoBRA operates in forest areas of Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand and two battalions remain deployed in Manipur. Her appointment is also part of the CRPFs wider effort to place women officers in key operational and combat-heavy leadership roles.
Check facts before raising fingers: Rahim Rather hits back at LoP over Assembly session
Srinagar, Sep 16: Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Abdul Raheem Rather on Wednesday hit back at Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Sharma over his criticism on the duration of the upcoming Autumn session. Addressing media persons during a meeting convened ahead of the upcoming Autumn session of the House, Speaker asked the LoP Sunil Sharma to check facts before raising fingers saying that J&Ks record of Assembly sittings was better than the national average. He said the 10-day session, comprising seven working days, was planned in accordance with the business before the House and there was no purpose in extending it unnecessarily. The Speaker said the Autumn session was traditionally shorter and would deal with government business, including legislative work, besides private members business. It won't serve any purpose to have a long session. We have to keep it as per the business, Rather said. Taking on the Opposition over its criticism of the session's duration, Rather cited figures from different state legislatures and said J&K has an average of 28 Assembly sittings against a national average of 24. Our position is best when we compare our position with other legislatures. J&K is performing better in terms of holding sittings, he said. Rather said the Constitution required that the gap between two sessions should not exceed six months and alleged that some legislatures held sittings largely to fulfil this constitutional requirement. He specifically referred to Assam, governed by the BJP, and said the state had convened a one-day Autumn session. Ask the LoP about Assam which is governed by BJP. Sunil Sharma (our LoP) served as the BJP's election in-charge for the state. He should answer this, Rather added. The Speaker also said that as compared to the sessions, as per the figures, of other states including Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab and Goa J&K's Assembly has performed favourably with legislatures elsewhere. He said Gujarat, after its Assembly was adjourned in March, met again in September for three days, while Rajasthan had two sittings, Uttar Pradesh four, Madhya Pradesh five, Punjab six and Goa five. My request to the LoP is to check facts before raising fingers, Rather said. He also referred to the duration of Autumn sessions held under previous governments, saying the J&K Assembly, when the erstwhile state had greater legislative powers, held its 2015 Autumn session from October 3 to 10. In 2017, he said, the Autumn session lasted four days, from July 4 to 8. The present LoP was part of the decision-making process at the time. We are now holding the session for 10 days and opposition (LoP) says we are making a joke of it, Rather said. The Speaker said the length of an Assembly session should be determined by the volume of business and not merely extended to increase the number of days. He also pointed to the expenditure involved in convening the House. Speaker of the Legislative Assembly called upon the media to exercise greater caution and responsibility while reporting the proceedings of the legislature. The media is a respected section of society and Journalists act as an important bridge between the government and the people, he said. Rather said the media had the responsibility of communicating government policies, programmes and performance to the public while honestly conveying people's problems and aspirations to the government as well. On media coverage of the Assembly proceedings, Speaker urged the journalists to prefer quality of legislative proceedings over disruptions and noisy scenes. Prefer quality over noise. Make performance primary so that the legislators should realise that adherence to rules, law and meaningful participation in the House will attract greater media attention than disorderly conduct, he said. He said excessive focus on ruckus could tempt other members, particularly younger legislators, to resort to similar behaviour for attention. Legislators should feel that sensible behaviour in the House will invite more coverage, he added. The Speaker also cautioned journalists to report Assembly proceedings with due care and avoid any reach of privilege. He also assured the media of smooth arrangement saying that efforts would be made to address inconveniences faced by journalists during previous sessions. The Autumn session of the J&K Legislative Assembly is scheduled to commence on September 21, 2026.
Hyderabad: Two Held With 17.1 Kg Ganja Worth Rs 9 Lakh
The accused were identified as Dheeraj Das, 39, and Rabali Ali, 25, natives of Assam. Police seized 17.1 kg of ganja worth around Rs 9 lakh from their possession.
Sanjukta Parashar: Assam's Iron Lady Is CRPF CoBRA's 1st Woman Chief
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Assam Rifles, DRI Seize Yaba Worth
Agartala, September 16, 2026: In one of the biggest seizures of Yaba tablets in the region, the Assam Rifles, in coordination with the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Silchar, seized 109.2 kg of Yaba tablets valued at approximately 327 crore during a joint operation in Hailakandi district of Assam. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, a... The post Assam Rifles, DRI Seize Yaba Worth 327 Crore in Hailakandi; One Arrested first appeared on Northeast Today .
Assam CM Reviews Flood Damage Survey, Sets October 10 Deadline
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday reviewed the progress of the rapid assessment survey being conducted in flood-affected districts of Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat, and Golaghat. The survey, aimed at evaluating the extent of damage caused by the recent floods, is currently in its second phase. During the review, Sarma directed officials to ensure... The post Assam CM Reviews Flood Damage Survey, Sets October 10 Deadline first appeared on Northeast Today .
Warsh likely to side with financial markets over Trump as Fed rate hike expected
WASHINGTON, September 16, 2026 (AP) Barely four months into the job, Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is stuck between two strong and opposing forces: Financial markets that anticipate the central bank will raise interest rates, and President Donald Trump, who wants the Fed to cut them or leave them unchanged. Economists expect that on Wednesday, Warsh and his fellow policymakers will side with the markets. Warsh, economists say, has largely boxed himself into a rate hike after delivering a high-profile speech last month warning that inflation remains too far above the Feds 2% target and might require higher borrowing
RPF Constable Saves Man Who Falls Between Train, Platform at Tambaram
Since there was no injury, he travelled in the same train to Assam
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Climate change is putting the squeeze on the world
September 16, 2026 (Conversation) This year, the European summer has been sweltering. It is unprecedented in many ways, marked by extreme heat, drought and record-breaking fires. Across the continent, fires have consumed hundreds of homes and demanded the evacuation of thousands of people. Europes wine regions have been particularly hard hit, including around Frances Bordeaux region. Aside from the direct dangers of fires, exposure to smoke can give grapes a burnt or ashy flavour, and this smoke taint can discourage people from buying wine from fire-affected regions. However, it is not only European wineries that are battling increasingly fierce fires.
Man Sentenced To Death For Rape, Murder Of 4-Year-Old Assam Girl In 2023
The sentence comes three years after a four-year-old girl was sexually assaulted and subsequently killed at Krishnakali Tea Estate.
Iron Lady Of Assam Sanjukta Parasor Becomes First Woman To Lead CRPFs 10-Battalion CoBRA
The 2006-batch Assam-Meghalaya cadre IPS officer brings counter-insurgency, field policing and NIA experience to CoBRAs top post.
Do pimple patches actually work? Here
Youre standing in the skincare aisle and pimple patches are everywhere clear ones, flesh-coloured ones, stars, hearts. They promise to flatten a pimple overnight. Then there are those satisfying social media videos where someone peels off a pimple patch to reveal a much calmer-looking pimple underneath. But do pimple patches actually work? And what are they really doing to your skin? Whats a pimple? A pimple forms when a hair follicle gets clogged with oil, dead skin cells and bacteria, causing inflammation, redness and sometimes a pus-filled head. You might also hear a pimple called a spot or a
Rupee falls 3 paise to 95.91 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Sep 16 (PTI) The rupee fell 3 paise to 95.91 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, facing pressure from a strong American currency and outflow of foreign funds. Positive domestic equity markets, however, supported the local currency, even as crude oil prices remained elevated amid heightened tension in West Asia, forex traders said. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.89 against the US dollar and fell further to 95.91, trading 3 paise lower from its previous close. The rupee settled 34 paise lower at 95.88 against the American currency on Tuesday, after
AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal to contest Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll in Assam
Assam's opposition party, the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), has named party chief and Binnakandi MLA Badruddin Ajmal as its candidate for the October 6 Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election. With Ajmal entering the fray,...
Govt aware of Langpih SIR claims
Shillong, Sep 15: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the state government is aware of concerns raised by villagers in Langpih along the Meghalaya-Assam border over attempts to enrol them in Assams Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Sangma said the matter has not yet been discussed at his level but the Political Department is looking [] The post Govt aware of Langpih SIR claims first appeared on Highland Post .
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma predicts BJP win in Nagaon will lead to full sweep of 126 seats in 2031
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Assam Court Sentences Man to Death for Rape and Murder of Four-Year-Old Girl
A man in Assam has been sentenced to death for the 2023 rape and murder of a four-year-old girl, highlighting a lengthy legal process. Assam Court Sentences Man to Death for Rape and Murder of Four-Year-Old Girl
Adani Foundation Extends Aid to Flood-Affected Families Under Mission Relief
Adani Foundation is providing crucial support to families impacted by floods in Assam through its Mission Relief initiative. Adani Foundation Extends Aid to Flood-Affected Families Under Mission Relief
Assam plans Rs 50,000 crore investment for Viksit Assam 2047
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Assams CM Himanta Biswa Sarma believes the Nagaon by-election could signal a major shift for BJP, aiming for all 126 assembly seats. Assams Nagaon By-Election Could Pave the Way for BJPs Ambitious 126-Seat Goal, Says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
AIUDF Chief Badruddin Ajmal To Contest Lok Sabha Bypoll From Assam's Nagaon
The AIUDF had earlier indicated that Rezaul Karim Sarkar could be its nominee, but eventually opted to put its supremo directly into the electoral contest.
Dibrugarh gives cattle owners 24hrs to get animals off roads, markets
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Mistaken for another species for years, Mizoram frog gets its identity
Union sports minister visits Mizoram, reviews sports needs
