Ministry of Defence to establish Services Selection Board in Guwahati
The Defence Ministry considers Assam's proposal for a Services Selection Board Centre in Guwahati. Rajnath Singh informed Himanta Biswa Sarma about this consideration. Sarma requested the centre to aid North Eastern candidates. Existing centres are far from the region. Sarma assured land availability. The ministry examines a joint selection centre for the Army and Air Force.
Patriotism push: Sam Manekshaw, Brig Usman now in NCERT textbooks
NEW DELHI: The National Council for Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released revised Urdu and English textbooks, celebrating the sacrifices of Indias defence personnel and the courage of Indias queens. The objective is to inspire students and motivate them to contribute to nation-building. The updated textbooks are aligned with the National Education Policy 2020. The Ministry of Defence, in a statement on the Urdu Class VII book and the Class VIII English and Urdu textbooks, said, The newly added chapters provide students with inspiring stories of courage and duty. Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Indias first Field Marshal, is remembered for his exceptional leadership and strategic skills. Brigadier Mohammad Usman and Major Somnath Sharma, recipients of the Mahavir Chakra and Param Vir Chakra (posthumously), gave their lives in service of the nation and remain symbols of supreme sacrifice. To promote the National War Memorial (NWM) as a key national landmark, the Ministry of Defence has partnered with the Ministry of Education and NCERT to include NWM and related references in school curricula. Students will not only learn about Indias military history but also absorb important lessons on resilience, empathy, emotional intelligence, and the significance of nation-building, the Ministry added. With colourful illustrations and detailed explanations, these books make reading engaging. The Grade 8 English textbook reads almost like a thriller, vividly depicting the Badgam war and the heroism of Major Somnath Sharma, Indias first Param Vir Chakra awardee. Leading 90 soldiers on November 3, 1947, he faced a brutal attack by 500 invaders from Pakistan in the Kashmir Valley and saved Srinagar, sacrificing his life. His famous words, I shall not withdraw an inch but will fight to the last man and the last round, are highlighted. Another hero featured is Captain Vikram Batra, the D Company commander and Shershah of Kargil, who captured Point 5140 on June 20, 1999, before succumbing to his injuries. The Grade 7 English book has a full unit titled Bravehearts, presented as a Bengaluru student visiting the memorial in Delhi and describing the experience in a letter. Heroes like Lance Naik Albert Ekka and Major Padmapani Acharya of the Kargil War are featured. The textbooks also showcase the bravery of Rani Abbakka Devi, who drove the Portuguese out of Ullal in Karnataka, and Padma Bhushan awardee Rani Gaidinlu, a Naga leader who led uprisings against the British in Manipur, Nagaland, and Assam.
PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on 79th Independence Day
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday visited Rajghat in the national capital and paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi as the country marked its 79th Independence Day. This year's Independence Day theme is 'Naya Bharat,' reflecting the government's vision of achieving 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. From Rajghat, PM Modi will reach Red Fort and hoist the tricolour and deliver his customary address to the nation -- his 12th consecutive Independence Day speech. Upon his arrival at the Red Fort, the Prime Minister will be received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, MoS Defence Sanjay Seth and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. The Defence Secretary will introduce Lieutenant General Bhavnish Kumar, General Officer Commanding (GOC), Delhi area, to the PM. The success of Operation Sindoor will be celebrated during the I-Day celebrations this year. The view cutter at Gyanpath will have the Operation Sindoor logo, accompanied by floral arrangements themed around the operation. Flying Officer Rashika Sharma will assist the Prime Minister in hoisting the flag, after which flower petals will be showered from two Mi-17 helicopters of the Indian Air Force - one carrying the national flag and the other 'Operation Sindoor' flag. Wing Commander Vinay Poonia and Wing Commander Aditya Jaiswal will pilot the aircraft. After the showering of flower petals, the Prime Minister will address the nation. Following the PM's address, NCC cadets and 'My Bharat' volunteers will sing the National Anthem. A total of 2,500 cadets from the Army, Navy and Air Force, along with 'My Bharat' volunteers, will be seated on Gyanpath, opposite the Rampart, forming the 'Naya Bharat' logo. With the aim to increase 'Jan Bhagidari' in this festival of national fervour, around 5,000 special guests, from different walks of life, have been invited to witness the celebrations at the Red Fort this year, including the Indian contingent of Special Olympics 2025, the winners of international sports events, the Gold Medalists of Khelo India Para Games, and the best-performing farmers trained & financially assisted under the National Beekeeping and Honey Mission. Best performing farmers traders/cooperatives who availed credit under Credit Guarantee Scheme for e-Negotiable Warehouse Receipts, Best performing Sarpanches of Open Defecation Free Plus Villages, Best performing Sarpanches of Catch the Rain Abhiyan, Best performing young authors under PM YUVA (Youth Author Mentorship Scheme), Best performing Youth, skilled and trained under PM-VIKAS scheme, Best performing entrepreneurs under PM Van Dhan Yojana by TRIFED, Best performing entrepreneurs of SC/ST community under National SC/ST Hub Scheme, Best performing students under PM-DAKSH, SHREYAS and SHRESTA scheme, Best performing Self Help Groups under VISVAS scheme, Best performing entrepreneurs by NSTFDC, Best performing Interns of PM Internship Scheme, Best performing My Bharat Volunteers, Beneficiaries of PM Awaas Yojana Gramin among others have been invited. For the first time, a number of band performances will be conducted pan-India on the evening of Independence Day celebrations to promote patriotic fervour among citizens and to celebrate the victory of Operation Sindoor. The performances will be conducted by the bands of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Indian Coast Guard, NCC, CRPF, ITBP, CISF, SSB, BSF, IDS, RPF and Assam Rifles at over 140 prominent locations throughout the country. On the call of PM Modi, the Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan has proved to fill the citizens with a national patriotic spirit. Tiranga Yatra was carried out across the country. The Har Ghar Tiranga 2025 campaign builds on the resounding success of previous years, infusing it with fresh energy, creativity, and opportunities for citizens to connect with the national flag in deeply personal and community-driven ways.
Assams special arms licence scheme: A strategic fusion of law, identity & security
State cabinet approves procurement of 500 MW from coal ministry
GUWAHATI, Aug 14: The Assam Cabinet has accorded post-facto approval for procurement of 500 MW of power from the Union coal ministry, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. Power will be procured at the rate of Rs 5.79 per unit to provide affordable power to the people, the chief minister posted on X after a []
Kaziranga mourns Mohanmalas loss after five decades of service
Ethnic groups in Upper Assam gives ultimatum to illegal settlers
DIBRUGARH, Aug 12: Supporting Assam governments steps to evict alleged encroachments from various forests, several ethnic organisations have started Miya Kheda Andolan (movement to drive out Miyas) in many districts of the state. The Miya Kheda Andolan has gained momentum in Upper Assam districts in recent times with local groups accusing the Miya settlers of []
Seven decades of faith: When Ardas was performed to keep Bputra calm
Kazirangas oldest departmental elephant Mohanmala dies
GUWAHATI: Assams Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve lost one of its most iconic departmental elephants, Mohanmala, who died on Thursday due to age-related ailments. She was 70-80 years old. She retired from active departmental duties in 2003, the park said. Mohanmala was brought to Kaziranga on May 17, 1970, procured from Kamrup. Over the next five decades, she served the park with exceptional dedication, becoming an inseparable part of Kazirangas conservation history. Known for her fearlessness, obedience, and docile temperament, Mohanmala was an excellent swimmer and a dependable companion during the challenging flood seasons, the park said in a statement. At times, when forest frontline staff could not reach their camps by boat or go on patrolling duties, it was Mohanmala who carried them on her back, ensuring critical duties were never disrupted. She served across different ranges of Kaziranga and played an active role in anti-poaching operations, aiding the staff in the most difficult terrains and situations. Over the course of her service, she gave birth to two female calvesMalati, who sadly passed away at the young age of 17 years, and another calf who tragically died just three days after birth, having fallen prey to a tiger, the statement said. One memorable account, shared by her head mahout Kiran Rabha, stands as a lasting testament to Mohanmalas bravery and her instinct to protect those she trusted. On an early winter morning, while on patrol near the wetland known as Mihibeel, Rabha was mounted on Mohanmala, accompanied by Malati. The morning calm was suddenly shattered when a wild bull elephant, emerged and charged aggressively at them. The enraged bull closed the distance rapidly, trumpeting. In a display of raw power, it uprooted a large tree and flung it aside. In that split second of danger, Mohanmala, sensing the imminent threat to her mahout and calf, made a decisive move. Without hesitation, she turned towards the deep waters of Mihibeelwaters she knew well from her flood-time journeysand plunged in, urging Malati to follow, the statement said. With powerful strokes, she ferried Rabha across, putting a safe distance between them and the bull. Once she reached the far bank and ensured her mahout was safe, she vanished into the surrounding forest with her calf. For weeks, her whereabouts were unknown. Then, one day, Mohanmala returned to her camp along with Malati, calm and unharmed, possibly after about a month, marking a poignant reminder of their survival, resilience, and the unspoken bond between elephant and human. With her passing, Kaziranga National Park has lost not just a working member, but a trusted colleague, a flood-time saviour, and a symbol of loyalty and courage. Her decades of service will remain etched in the parks history, and her absence will be deeply felt by all who worked alongside her, the statement further stated.
Muivah: Nagalim history, territory, sovereignty non-negotiable
Prepare robust ground for solution to Indo-Naga political problem: Zhimoni
Rare plant discovered in Tripura
Dimapur cops arrested five abductors: DCP
Four village heads to represent Meghalaya at Delhi I-Day event
CM enjoys play on Netaji on I-Day eve
Manipur governor bats for better governance
Lai council floor test called off as Zirsanga quits ahead of session
Mizoram CM advisor visits border areas amid fear of influx from Assam
Guv holds talks to boost education
Gauhati HC accepts PIL by Mizoram truck owners org
CESHS, NERIST join hands for application-driven research in Arunachal
From colonial liberation to personal freedom: How Guwahati students view independence today
Arunachal cops recover 16 stolen vehicles, 5 held
Security stepped up in Arunachal
Prohibitory orders imposed in Sivasagar
Bairabi-Sairang passenger train likely to roll out in Sept
Maj Bhargav Kalita honoured with Shaurya Chakra for gallantry in J&K
Charaideo celebrates its living legends with pride
51 from NE to receive gallantry & service medals honour
Citys supercomputing facility to enhance drug innovation in NE
Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma allows natives to arm themselves
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma introduced an online portal on Thursday, enabling indigenous residents in vulnerable regions to apply for arms licenses. This initiative, stemming from a Cabinet decision on May 28, aims to provide licensed arms to original inhabitants and indigenous Indian citizens facing genuine threats.
Technician, housekeeping staff held for dialysis unit vandalism
Remembering Assams lesser-known heroes of freedom movement
IPS Husband And Wife To Get Medals In Assam On Independence Day
In an interesting feat in the history of the Assam Police, an IPS couple from the state will be honoured with prestigious medals on Independence Day in Guwahati for their service to the nation.
Centre approves IIM Guwahati, Bill to be introduced in Parliament this month: Assam CM
The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of IIM Guwahati, with a bill to be introduced in Parliament soon. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed gratitude to PM Modi, highlighting the institute's potential to transform Assam into an education hub in Eastern India.
Assam's anti-CAA committee opposes proposed SIR of electoral rolls in state
The Coordination Committee Against Citizenship Amendment Act, Assam, opposes the proposed special intensive revision of electoral rolls, fearing disenfranchisement of Muslims included in the NRC and enfranchisement of ineligible Hindu Bangladeshis. Assam Congress has launched a campaign and training program for booth-level agents to combat voter fraud, following concerns raised about voter list manipulation.
Will fight till my last breath to protect Bengali pride: CM Mamata dares BJP over language row
KOLKATA: Escalating attacks on BJP over Bengali asmita (pride), Trinamool Congress Chairperson and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday dared the saffron party to snatch away freedom of Bengali-speaking people. Is it a crime to speak in Bengali? Banerjee asked. Addressing a meeting at Behala in south Kolkata in the evening, she said, People are being tortured in Odisha. In Puri Jagannath Mandir, so many of our people have gone. We also eat dhokla. But why is Bengali bad? There can be no greater insult than this. I am launching my official protest today here on the eve of Independence Day. If anyone has ears, listen, if eyes then see, and if you have the ability to understand, then understand. This is our oath, we will not allow anyone to take away our freedom. As long as I live, I will fight and live, she announced. Alleging that Bengali-speaking people are being tortured in Assam, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra and Delhi, she informed that 22 lakh people from Bengal work in other states. In Bengal, 1.5 crore migrant workers are from other states. If I can give them shelter, why will you torture my people? I do not know this country. Did we ask for this freedom? Banerjee asked. The Chief Minister stated that Bengal gave birth to the freedom struggle and was also behind the renaissance and holistic development of India. If you attack this Bengal, you have to walk over our dead bodies to disrespect our language. We do not disrespect anyone but you cannot disrespect our language, she reminded. Are you not ashamed? This Bengal was once the capital and our people sacrificed lives, Banerjee added. Without naming the BJP, she alleged that those who do divisive politics, do they not read what Swami Vivekananda and Nazrul Islam said? Should we not listen to those who spoke of communal harmony and listen to these fake leaders instead? They get irked by Bengali. If I respect your language, why will you disrespect mine? There are even different dialects within Bengal too, Banerjee said. Taking a dig at the Election Commission of India for not allowing Aadhaar cards as a valid document in SIR (special intensive revision) exercise, she said, They [SC] have done the Aadhaar card inclusion. Bengals lawyers have fought well. We will present our case again. I will not allow anyone to snatch away our freedom. You cannot take away citizenship.
SC shields The Wire from arrest in Assam FIR under new BNS law
In a relief to the online news organisation, The Wire, the Supreme Court granted interim protection to its editor-in-chief and veteran journalist Siddharth Varadarajan against any coercive action in connection with an FIR filed in Assam over a report on the alleged loss of an IAF aircraft during Operation Sindoor. Varadarajan and his team were 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 .
Stock markets end flat after volatile session as investors await outcome of US-Russia talks
Mumbai, Aug 14 (PTI) Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty ended flat in a highly volatile trade on Thursday with investors taking a wait-and-see approach ahead of the US-Russia talks. Extending gains to the second day, the 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 57.75 points or 0.07 per cent to settle at 80,597.66. During the day, it rallied 211.27 points or 0.26 per cent to 80,751.18. The 50-share NSE Nifty rose by 11.95 points or 0.05 per cent to 24,631.30. Among Sensex firms, Eternal, Infosys, Asian Paints, HDFC Bank, Bajaj Finserv and Titan were the major gainers. However, Tata Steel, Tech Mahindra,
New Delhi, Aug 14 (PTI) The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to publish details of 65 lakh deleted names from the voters list with reasons of non-inclusion to enhance transparency in Bihars special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral roll. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi passed the order while hearing pleas challenging the June 24 ECI decision to conduct the SIR of electoral roll in Bihar. It directed the list of 65 lakh voters whose names featured in the electoral roll but dropped from the draft roll to be published on
TRAU raises concerns over refereeing decisions
Assam Rolls Out Arms Licence Portal: What Are The Gun Laws In India
The Assam government has launched a portal where indigenous communities in the state's sensitive and remote regions can apply for licences to possess arms.
Assam CM Himanta launches portal for arms licence application for indigenous people
Mr. Sarma said the aim of the initiative is to enable responsible citizens to aid and assist the government in maintaining peace, and law and order situation in the State
Assam CM launches portal through which indigenous people can apply for arms licences
GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday launched a digital portal, through which indigenous people living in sensitive areas can apply for arms licences. The aim of the initiative is to enable responsible citizens aid and assist the government in maintaining peace, and law and order situation in the state, Sarma said. He said the licences will be granted after proper scrutiny and a multi-layered process. The CM said the licences will be granted to those individuals who do not have any criminal antecedent and are mentally stable. They will also need to take arms training and have to prove why they are vulnerable, he said. Sarma said the state government will not give arms but only give licenses under the Indian Arms Act.
Gold extends rise on Fed rate cut hopes, softer dollar
Aug 14 (Reuters) Gold extended gains to a third straight session on Thursday, supported by rising expectations of an interest rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve in September following tame inflation data, which also weighed on the dollar. Spot gold rose 0.2% to $3,359.81 per ounce as of 0410 GMT. U.S. gold futures for December delivery added 0.3% to $3,408.50. Markets are pricing in the chance that the Fed cuts 50 basis points in September. So the dollars weakening, golds going up as a result, yields are also down, said Kyle Rodda, Capital.coms financial market analyst. The technical
Trump warns of severe consequences if Putin does not agree to stop war after summit
BERLIN, August 14, 2025 (AP) President Donald Trump warned Wednesday that there will be very severe consequences if Russian President Vladimir Putin does not agree to stop the war against Ukraine after the two leaders meet for a summit later this week in Alaska. Trump made the comment in response to a question from a reporter after announcing this years Kennedy Center Honors recipients in Washington. He did not say what the consequences might be. The remark came soon after Trump consulted with European leaders, who said the president assured them he would make a priority of trying to
Assam Cabinet Approves Major Measures for Healthcare, Energy, and Business Growth
HT DIGITAL GUWAHATI, AUGUST 14: Assam Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Wednesday gave its nod to a series of important decisions to improve the states healthcare services, improve energy security, and enhance the states business climate. To provide free medical access without interruption under the Mukhya Mantri Ayushman Asom Yojana, the []
Assam cabinet approves procurement of 500 MW from coal ministry
The cabinet has also approved a 1,500 MW of pumped storage project in Karbi Anglong to boost clean energy goals
Chirag Paswans party MP, her MLC husband, has two voter cards: Tejaswhi Yadav
> Patna, Aug 14 (PTI) RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav alleged that Vaishali MP, Veena Devi, who belongs to the ruling NDA, has two voter (EPIC) cards. The Leader of Opposition in Bihar Assembly in a post on X shared screenshots taken purportedly from the draft electoral rolls published in Bihar as part of Special Intensive Revision (SIR). Veena Devi is a second term MP was elected on Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) party ticket, headed by Union minister Chirag Paswan. :-
Missing Assam labourer found dead
A 37-year-old labourer from Assam, Dugdha Hazarika, was found dead in Manipur's Churachandpur district after being missing for over two weeks. Hazarika, an employee of Bharat Infra Pvt Ltd working on NH-102 construction, disappeared on July 28. Locals discovered his body in a forest near Singngat police station.
75 years since Assam quake, Himalayas prep for large hydro projects
As the Indian plate moves forward, earthquakes are an integral part of its future. Yet scientists current knowledge doesnt allow us to predict when, where or how strong the next quake will be. For now, they only know the Central Himalayas are the most potentially active segment and could generate a 1950-type earthquake in future
GUWAHATI: A couple was killed and their daughter critically injured when the vehicle in which they were travelling lost control and hit a divider near Khetri in Assams Kamrup (Metro) district on Wednesday, police said. The family was on their way home to Raha in Nagaon district from Mangaldoi when the husband, who was driving, []
Missing man found dead in Manipur forest
CHURACHANDPUR/ IMPHAL, Aug 13: Over two weeks after a 37-year-old-man from Assam went missing in Manipurs Churachandpur district, his body was recovered by villagers and police in a forest, officials said on Wednesday. The body of Dugdha Hazarika, a labourer working under Bharat Infra Private Limited (BIPL) for the construction of NH-102, was recovered from []
Sarbananda Sonowal launches Har Ghar Tiranga campaign in Dibrugarh
GUWAHATI, Aug 13: Union Minister for Shipping, Ports and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, on Wednesday launched the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign in Assams Dibrugarh town, ahead of the 79th Independence Day. Sonowal, who represents the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha constituency, visited the residences of former BJP Dibrugarh district president and retired Dibrugarh University professor Dr Harendra Narayan []
Nine suspected Rohingyas detained in Cachar
SILCHAR, Aug 13: Nine suspected Rohingyas, including two women and five children, have been detained by Assam Police near the India-Bangladesh border in Cachar district, an officer said on Wednesday. Cachar Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Numal Mahatta said the detainees were picked up from Katigorah area on Tuesday evening following a tip-off from intelligence []
NCERT book under fire for 'distorting' 600-year Ahom legacy
A controversy has erupted over a Class VIII textbook's portrayal of the Ahom dynasty, which ruled Assam for six centuries. MP Gaurav Gogoi criticizes the NCERT history textbook for inaccuracies regarding the Ahoms' origins, the Paik system, and the Treaty of Ghilajarighat.
2012 Assam communal unrest: 5 get life term for killing Bodo youth
A special court in Bongaigaon, Assam, has sentenced five men to life imprisonment for their involvement in the mob killing of a Bodo youth during the 2012 ethnic violence in Chirang district. The verdict follows a CBI investigation and trial, with the court finding the accused guilty based on evidence and witness testimonies.
Ahom Sena & Jaya Bahini protest encroachment across historical sites in Sivasagar
Indian Army holds organ donation awareness drive in Jonai
HT Corresondent JONAI, Aug 13: The Indian Army organised an Organ Donation Awareness Drive at Jonai Girls College on Wednesday to mark World Organ Donation Day, under the theme Angdaan Jeevan Sanjeevani Abhiyaan. According to an official statement, the event was attended by over 800 students and faculty members from Jonai in Assam and []
Stray dog mgmt: Resource crunch worries animal lovers
Meghalaya assembly autumn session from Sept 8-12
APPSC chairman briefs Arunachal guv on recent examinations & recommendations
Agartala Smart City CEO: Will finish projects before Puja
Himanta asks state cancer institute not to take advance money from patients
Mizorams proximity to Golden Triangle fuels drug trafficking: CM
SEC releases final photo electoral rolls for BTC polls
Cachar clamps night restrictions along Indo-Bangla border
Govt dragging its feet on immigrants: Motha MLA
Biren calls for restoring peace
Dibrugarh University launches Korean language Wall Magazine
Mizoram conducts two-wheeler rally
Mizoram panel discusses livestock insurance
Nagaland reviews Hornbill Festival 25 preparations
Intl workshop on indigenous folklore at NU
Border security beefed up in Meghalaya
Manipur observes Patriots Day honouring heroes of 1891 war
CM lays foundation stone for improvement of ewduh mkt project
Rahul has tea with dead voters from Bihar, thanks Election Commission for experience
New Delhi, Aug 13 (PTI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said he had a unique experience of having tea with some dead voters from Bihar and thanked the Election Commission for it. A group of seven voters from Bihar met the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha at his residence and shared their experience of how they were declared dead by the EC and their names removed from the electoral rolls. There have been many interesting experiences in life, but I never got the chance to have tea with dead people. For this unique experience, thank you Election Commission!
Football boost to Assam-Meghalaya efforts for coexistence with elephants
Guwahati, Aug 13: Community members, youths and forest staff from Assam and Meghalaya played three competitive and entertaining football matches on the occasion of World Elephant Day on Tuesday in front of over thousand people from villages on both sides Assam and Meghalaya boundary, in the playground of Borjhara High School in Lakhipur block of [] The post Football boost to Assam-Meghalaya efforts for coexistence with elephants appeared first on The Shillong Times .
On August 13, 2025, CBSE conducted surprise inspections in 10 schools across Assam, Delhi, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Odisha. The inspections, carried out simultaneously, aimed to assess compliance with CBSE Bye-Laws, academic standards, and physical infrastructure. Each inspection team included a CBSE officer and a principal from a CBSE-affiliated school. Reports from these inspections will inform further action. CBSE reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing regulations and maintaining school operational standards.
Gold falls Rs 500 to Rs 1,01,020/10 g, silver trades flat
New Delhi, Aug 13 (PTI) Gold prices slipped Rs 500 to Rs 1,01,020 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday due to continuous selling by stockists, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 1,01,520 per 10 grams in the previous market session. In the national capital, gold of 99.5 per cent purity dipped Rs 500 to Rs 1,00,600 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) on Wednesday. However, silver prices traded flat at Rs 1,12,000 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes) on Wednesday. Spot gold in
Nine suspected Rohingyas detained in Assam's Cachar
Residents of Bishwanbharpur village in Katigorah area near the border spotted a group of unfamiliar people and after questioning them, handed them over to the police
Assam: 14 police personnel injured after mob attack in Hojai; at least 7 arrested
At least 14 police personnel were injured after a mob attacked a police team and damaged police vehicles in Assams Hojai district on Tuesday, August 12. The incident took place in the Digholbali area, news agency ANI reported.
Duleep trophy: Akash Deep ruled out, Mukhtar Hussain called up as replacement in East Zone
Akash Deep has been ruled out of the Duleep Trophy for East Zone due to discomfort experienced during the recent Test series against England. Mukhtar Hussain, an experienced Assam pacer, will replace him in the squad.
Your dog can read your mind sort of
London, Aug 13 (The Conversation) Your dog tilts its head when you cry, paces when youre stressed, and somehow appears at your side during your worst moments. Coincidence? Not even close. Thousands of years of co-evolution have given dogs special ways to tune in to our voices, faces and even brain chemistry. From brain regions devoted to processing our speech to the love hormone or oxytocin that surges when we lock eyes, your dogs mind is hardwired to pick up on what youre feeling. The evidence for this extraordinary emotional intelligence begins in the brain itself. Dogs brains have dedicated
Couple Killed, Daughter Injured in Car Crash on NH-27 in Assams Khetri
HT DIGITAL GUWAHATI, AUGUST 13: A fatal accident on National Highway 27 in Assams Khetri killed a husband-wife duo, with their minor daughter surviving seriously injured. The accident took place when their Maruti S-Cross (registration number AS 01 ET 2351) brutally collided with a tree on the highway median. The family was on their way []
Rupee falls 6 paise to 87.69 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Aug 13 (PTI) The rupee traded in a tight range and slipped 6 paise to 87.69 against the US dollar in morning trade on Wednesday as depreciation pressures are still lingering amid persistent foreign fund outflows. Forex traders said the rupee is trading in a narrow range as the Reserve Bank of India has stepped up its efforts to curb excessive rupee depreciation. At the interbank foreign exchange market rupee opened at 87.63, then touched an intra-day low of 87.69 against the US dollar in initial trade, lower by 6 paise from its previous close. On Tuesday, the rupee
Stock markets climb in early trade as steady US inflation data fuel global rally
Mumbai, Aug 13 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty climbed in early trade on Wednesday as steady US inflation data propelled a sharp rally in global markets. Besides, retail inflation slowing to an 8-year low of 1.55 per cent in July also led to the positive trend in domestic equities. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 327.79 points to 80,563.38 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty edged up by 112.15 points to 24,599.55. From the Sensex firms, Bharat Electronics, Tata Motors, Power Grid, Tata Steel, Eternal and Infosys were among the gainers. However, Maruti, Tech Mahindra, HCL Tech and
US Treasurys Bessent says India has been recalcitrant in trade talks
WASHINGTON, Aug 12 (Reuters) U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday said several large trade agreements were still waiting to be completed, including with Switzerland and India, but the South Asian country had been a bit recalcitrant in talks with the United States. Bessent told Fox Business Networks Kudlow he hoped the Trump administration could wrap up its trade negotiations by the end of October. Thats aspirational, but I think we are in a good position, he said, adding I think we can be, we will have agreed on substantial terms with all the substantial countries. (This story
