CJP's Ashutosh Ranka detained by Assam police
Ashutosh Ranka, co-convenor of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), and his supporters were reportedly detained by Assam Police in Guwahati ahead of a planned volunteers' meet-up. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke claimed the detention was to prevent the meeting, while Ranka alleged Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma was afraid of the party exposing local issues.
CJP leader Ashutosh Ranka detained by Assam Police: Abhijeet Dipke
Ranka has criticized Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over schools, land rights and electoral boundaries.
Tensions flared in Assam on Sunday as Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke issued a direct warning to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, threatening to travel to the state with key party leadership if co-convener Ashutosh Ranka and over 30 detained volunteers were not immediately released. The confrontation erupted after Assam Police detained [] The post Himanta Can Arrest Us All: CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke Threatens Mass Assam Protest After Teams Detention in Guwahati appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
CJP's Ashutosh Ranka, workers detained in Guwahati
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 27 (IANS) More than 30 workers of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), including four members of its central committee, were detained by Assam Police in Guwahati on Sunday ahead of the partys regional volunteers meeting, party leaders said. CJP co-convener Ashutosh Ranka was among those detained. He alleged that police action began in the morning despite the proposed gathering being a peaceful meeting on private property. Police were acting like goons since morning. It was a peaceful meeting at a private property, but police kept detaining our team members, and now all of us have been detained, Ranka alleged. The partys regional volunteers meeting was initially scheduled at 10 a.m. at Assam Shree Parshuram Seva Sadan on Kharga Choudhury Road in Athgaon. The organisers later shifted the venue to Chowdhury Tila, opposite the Assam Secretariat, after alleging that pressure had been brought on the management of the original venue to cancel the booking. Ranka, who arrived in Guwahati on Saturday along with other CJP members, including Ankit Bhardwaj, Akash Prem, Varun Agrawal and Anam, had earlier said that the cancellation of the venue would not prevent the party from holding its programme in Assam. Before his detention, Ranka accused the Assam government of attempting to prevent the party from raising questions over issues concerning the state. He alleged that the party wanted to highlight the condition of government schools, the impact of what it described as man-made floods and other public issues. Himanta Biswa Sarma is afraid that we will expose the condition of the schools here, the reality of man-made floods and other issues. That is why they are threatening us. But he does not know what we are made of. We will not stop until we expose them, Ranka said. He further alleged that CJP members had been stopped and threatened by authorities since morning, but maintained that the party would continue with its activities. As of Sunday afternoon, Assam Police had not issued an official statement explaining the reasons for the detentions or confirming the number of people taken into custody. The incident comes as the CJP seeks to expand its organisational activities in Assam, with the regional volunteers meeting intended to bring together its supporters and members in the state.
Should apologise to nation for undermining institution: Assam CM Himanta Sarma to INDI alliance
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Sunday that the INDI Alliance should apologise to the nation for undermining, spreading rumours, and stoking controversy about the Election Commission and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Himanta Biswa Sarma, referring to the meeting between CEC Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi at Nirvachan Sadan, said that the all decisions taken on SIR were unanimous. Yesterday, the full bench of the Election Commission of India informed the public that all decisions taken regarding the SIR submission were unanimous. The Commission took the decisions unitedly, and there was no internal difference of opinion within the Commission regarding the SIR or Form 6. He said that until the Commission's clarification came out, Rahul Gandhi, the Congress ecosystem, and the Naxalite ecosystem created an uproar across the entire country, claiming that there were differences of opinion within the Commission, that the SIR was wrong, that the SIR should be rolled back, and that the Chief Election Commissioner should resign. He added that if there were three Election Commissioners and two agreed on a decision, then it follows the majoritya 2-1 outcome. He reiterated that the Commissions decisions were made on consensus, which, according to him, made the ruling even stronger. When the Election Commission issued its clarification, after hearing their statements, will Rahul Gandhi apologise to the nation? Will this Congress ecosystem apologise to the nation? Will these 'Dimagi Naxals' apologise to the nation?, he asked. Escalating his attack, he said, It is completely established that Rahul Gandhi is trying to weaken the Republic; he is trying to weaken the institutions of the nation. Before this Election Commission was in place, Rahul Gandhi lost elections 90 times. Even when Gyanesh Kumar was not serving as the Chief Election Commissioner, Rahul Gandhi was defeated even then, Sarma said. Speaking on former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, he said, Banerjee has lost the election. She lost her own assembly seat even last time without SIR as well. You have seen the mood of the people in Bengal now. Her own MLAs are deserting her; her own MPs are deserting her. People are not allowing her to even come out on the street; protests start against her immediately. What does this mean? It reflects the anger of the people of Bengal toward her. The people of Bengal will answer her even more aggressively, because you are not attacking the Election Commission; you are attacking the people of Bengal. You are attacking the democratic decision of the people of Bengal. Even in the constituency where SIR has not removed even 2,000 votes, there too you lost the election, he claimed. Himanta Sarma further stated, The INDI Alliance is an alliance of defeated people, an alliance of frustrated people. So their coming together was not going to cut any ice with the people of India. Rahul Gandhi has lost many elections; now he should celebrate a hundred losses as a ceremony. CM Sarma said that the INDI Alliance should celebrate their losses because people are not voting for them; thus, they were attacking people and are attacking the constitutional institutions of our country. The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday sought to quell reports of differences within the poll panel, with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi holding a full commission meeting at Nirvachan Sadan in New Delhi.
Assam Police Detain CJP's Ashutosh Ranka, Supporters Ahead of SIR Meet
Ranka, who reached Guwahati a day ago, was scheduled to meet some CJP supporters during the day
CJP's Ashutosh Ranka was detained with several activists in Guwahati ahead of the group's regional volunteers' meeting. While being taken away, Ranka alleged Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma was scared of CJP exposing school conditions and raised concerns over land, forests and water in Kaziranga.
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke claims Assam Police detained outfit's leader Ashutosh Ranka, supporters
Ranka, who reached Guwahati a day ago, was scheduled to meet some CJP supporters during the day. Dipke claimed that the outfit's leaders were prevented from holding the meeting.
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Assam Chief Minister Criticizes Congress for Attacking Constitutional Institutions
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CJP Co-Convener Ashutosh Ranka, Over 30 Volunteers Detained in Assam Ahead of Regional Meet
The Assam Police on Sunday detained over 30 activists and workers of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), including its co-convener Ashutosh Ranka and four central committee members, just hours before the youth groups inaugural regional volunteers meeting in Guwahati. The detentions took place in Dispur as party organizers were arriving near Chowdhury Tila, located directly [] The post CJP Co-Convener Ashutosh Ranka, Over 30 Volunteers Detained in Assam Ahead of Regional Meet appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Assam Police detain Ashutosh Ranka, other CJP leaders in Guwahati
Guwahati: Cockroach Janta Party co-convenor and spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka has been detained in Assams capital along with other leaders and activists of the organisation before their scheduled volunteer meeting took place. The police were reportedly blocking the venue since the morning, barring volunteers from reaching the hilltop meeting site in Guwahati. The CJP was reported 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 .
CJPs Ashutosh Ranka, his team detained in Guwahati
Himanta Biswa Sarma is scared that if we show the reality of schools in Assam, the country will come to know about their condition, Ashutosh Ranka said
CJP Claims Assam Police Detained Ashutosh Ranka, Team Ahead Of Volunteers
CJP claims Assam Police detained Ashutosh Ranka and team members while they were heading to a volunteers' meeting.
Consumers brace for 3-day bank strike; certain banks open on Sunday
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) State Bank of India (SBI), Bank of Baroda (BoB), Punjab National Bank (PNB) and several other public sector banks are open on Sunday (September 27), giving customers an opportunity to complete their banking work before a proposed three-day nationwide bank strike from September 28 to September 30. The special Sunday opening applies to public sector banks (PSBs) and regional rural banks (RRBs), following a direction aimed at ensuring the availability of regular banking services ahead of the proposed strike. Customers who need to visit a branch for important banking work can therefore use the additional working day, subject to the operational arrangements and staffing at individual branches. The decision to open PSBs and RRBs on Sunday was taken following a meeting held on September 21 between officials from the Finance Ministry, public sector banks, regional rural banks, the Indian Banks' Association (IBA) and NABARD. The move assumes significance as September 26 and 27 fall on Saturday and Sunday, respectively. With the proposed bank strike scheduled immediately after the weekend, customers could otherwise have faced several consecutive days with limited access to physical branch services. The Sunday opening has consequently been planned to provide an additional opportunity to complete important banking transactions before the strike. Among the public sector banks operating today are State Bank of India, Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank, Bank of India, Indian Bank, Union Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, UCO Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Overseas Bank and Punjab & Sind Bank. The arrangement also covers 28 regional rural banks across the country. These include Andhra Pradesh Grameena Bank, Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank, Assam Gramin Bank, Bihar Gramin Bank, Chhattisgarh Gramin Bank, Gujarat Gramin Bank, Haryana Gramin Bank, Himachal Pradesh Gramin Bank, Jammu and Kashmir Grameen Bank, Jharkhand Gramin Bank, Karnataka Grameena Bank, Kerala Grameena Bank, Madhya Pradesh Gramin Bank, Maharashtra Gramin Bank, Manipur Rural Bank, Meghalaya Rural Bank, Mizoram Rural Bank, Nagaland Rural Bank, Odisha Grameen Bank, Puducherry Grama Bank, Punjab Gramin Bank, Rajasthan Gramin Bank, Tamil Nadu Grama Bank, Telangana Grameena Bank, Tripura Gramin Bank, Uttar Pradesh Gramin Bank, Uttarakhand Gramin Bank and West Bengal Gramin Bank. However, the Sunday opening arrangement does not automatically extend to private sector banks. The special Sunday banking arrangement comes ahead of the proposed three-day nationwide strike called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) and other bank unions from September 28 to September 30.
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 27 (PTI) Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan on Sunday said CEC Gyanesh Kumar should not continue in office, alleging that he acted as a BJP agent and sentenced Indian democracy to death. In similar social media posts on Facebook and X, the CM said the claims made by former Keralam Chief Secretary Jiji Thomson about the CEC were extremely serious. Revelations Against the Chief Election Commissioner Are Grave: Gyanesh Kumar, Who Sentenced Indian Democracy to Death, Has No Right to Continue in Office The revelations made by former Kerala Chief Secretary Jiji Thomson against Chief Election Commissioner
Mizoram Home Minister meets family of soldier killed in Kolasib road-rage incident
Kolasib: Mizoram Home Minister K. Sapdanga on Saturday visited the parents of Zakaria Lalhriattluanga, a soldier of the Assam Regiment who was allegedly killed in a road-rage incident while returning home on leave on September 20, official sources said. The Minister offered condolences to the bereaved family at the victims house in New Builum village [] The post Mizoram Home Minister meets family of soldier killed in Kolasib road-rage incident appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Trump frames unregulated AI as a way to keep ahead of China
Georgia (US), Sep 27 (The Conversation) Amid the chorus of voices calling for a slowdown in AI advancement and more government regulation and oversight of the technology, one prominent contrarian voice stands out: that of Donald J. Trump. The U.S president has repeatedly argued that the introduction of robust regulations to slow down progress on AI threatens U.S. national interests by enabling China to seize the advantage. Whoever wins AI, WINS! Trump posted on social media on Sept. 21, 2026, and singled out China as the primary threat to America winning AI. He followed up with a speech at the
Foundation stone laid for India's first port-based e-methanol plant
The 2,300-crore plant at Deendayal Port Authority in Kandla will be developed in two phases by DPA and Assam Petro-Chemicals
BJP leaders pay tribute to former Union Minister Jaswant Singh on his death anniversary
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) Senior BJP leaders and Ministers on Sunday paid tributes to former Union Minister Jaswant Singh on his death anniversary, hailing his extraordinary foresight and diplomatic acumen while heading Finance, External Affairs, and Defence ministries. Paying homage to the former Union Minister, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla referred to him as the pride of Rajasthan. The contribution of the late Jaswant Singh, a son of Malani, to the fields of Indian politics and national service will always be remembered, Birla said on the social media platform 'X'. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal also paid tribute to Jaswant Singh. In a post on X, Meghwal described the former Union Minister as someone who possessed extraordinary foresight and diplomatic acumen in defence, finance, and foreign affairs. His life of integrity, dedicated to the pride of the motherland, public service, and democratic values, shall forever remain an eternal source of inspiration for us all, the Law Minister added. Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma also paid his salutations to Jaswant Singh, calling him a prominent figure in Indian politics. In a post on X, CM Sharma said: His extraordinary foresight and diplomatic acumen in defense, finance, and foreign affairs gave the country a new global identity. His life of impeccable integrity, dedicated to the pride of the motherland, public service, and democratic values, shall forever remain an eternal source of inspiration for us all. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma remembered him as one of the founding members of the BJP. Remembering one of the stalwarts of Indian politics and one of the founding fathers of our party, 'Shraddheya' Jaswant Singh ji on his death anniversary. His work for the poor and his contributions in strengthening our country's defence apparatus will always be cherished, CM Sarma said. Senior BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi, while remembering his colleague in the erstwhile Vajpayee government, wrote, Tributes to senior BJP leader and former Union Minister Jaswant Singh on his death anniversary. Jaswant Singh passed away at the age of 82 on September 27, 2020. He hailed from Jasol village in Rajasthan's Barmer district and was known as the 'Son of Malani'. He held charge of some of the country's most crucial ministries during Atal Bihari Vajpayee's government.
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Assam Approves Underground Cabling Project in Guwahati to Enhance Urban Aesthetics
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'BJP will make him President': Gaurav Gogoi targets CEC Gyanesh Kumar over poll panel functioning
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 26 (IANS) Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi on Saturday stepped up his attack on Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, questioning the BJPs praise for him and alleging that the functioning of the Election Commission of India under his leadership had raised concerns over the electoral process. Addressing reporters in Nagaon, Gogoi took a dig at BJP Rajya Sabha MP from West Bengal Samik Bhattacharyas reported remarks that Kumar deserved the Padma Bhushan. Gogoi said the praise reflected the BJPs support for the Chief Election Commissioner. Padma Bhushan? The BJP will make him the President, Gogoi said, while alleging that BJP leaders had consistently backed Kumar amid criticism of the Election Commission. Gogoi further claimed that questions had also been raised by officials within the poll panel over its functioning. He alleged that an IT cell had emerged within the office of the Chief Election Commissioner and was influencing decisions concerning the electoral rolls. Now, Gyanesh Kumar's IT cell will determine whether or not a new 18-year-old voter gets included in the electoral roll, he said. The Congress leader also targeted the BJP over the ongoing political controversy surrounding electoral rolls. He alleged that the ruling party was seeking greater control over voter lists, drawing a comparison with traditional allegations of electoral malpractice. We used to hear about booth capturing or the seizure of ballot boxes; now, the BJP wants to capture the entire voter list itself, Gogoi alleged. He reiterated the Congress demand for Kumars resignation and referred to party leader Rahul Gandhis call for the Chief Election Commissioner to turn approver. Gyanesh Kumar should openly reveal who is making him carry out illegal and unconstitutional acts, and who is issuing the directives that have shattered the integrity of the Election Commission of India, Gogoi said. The remarks come amid a continuing political confrontation between the Congress and the Election Commission over electoral-roll issues and the functioning of the poll panel.
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Three stolen bikes bound for Bangladesh recovered in East Jaintia Hills
Khliehriat, Sep 26: East Jaintia Hills Police recovered three motorcycles suspected to have been stolen from Assam and meant for smuggling to Bangladesh. Superintendent of Police, Shailender Bamaniya said acting on credible information about two unattended motorcycles at Wahkoh, Umkiang, a police team conducted a search and recovered a Royal Enfield Bullet 350 (AS11U6803) and [] The post Three stolen bikes bound for Bangladesh recovered in East Jaintia Hills first appeared on Highland Post .
First multi-state training on Hoolock Gibbon conservation held at Hollongapar
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Assam: Guwahati homestay to be sealed after students death
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 26 (IANS) A homestay in Dharapur locality of Guwahati is likely to be sealed as police intensify their investigation into the death of 22-year-old Gauhati University student Nimisha Thakuria. Preliminary findings suggest guests may have been accommodated without proper documentation, officials said on Saturday. Deputy Commissioner of Police Bolin Deuri stated that investigators were scrutinising the homestays records and verifying the circumstances surrounding Nimishas stay there with Ashiq Ali, who has been detained in connection with the case. According to the preliminary probe, the two had reportedly visited the homestay, Rudras Kitchen, around five times over the past month. Deuri said police would take action against those associated with the establishment if evidence of wrongdoing emerged. Everyone at the homestay will be arrested if necessary, he remarked, underlining that investigators were examining all aspects of the case. Nimisha, a student of a five-year integrated course at Gauhati University, was found unconscious near Garal PHC at around 4.30 a.m. after reportedly spending Friday night with Ali. Three men who found her took her to the health centre, from where she was shifted to Gauhati Medical College and Hospital. Doctors declared her brought dead. Police have taken Ali into custody and are questioning him about his relationship with Nimisha, their movements on the night of the incident and the circumstances preceding her death. Ali has claimed that Nimisha died by suicide after allegedly hanging herself. Investigators, however, said they had yet to establish the claim's veracity and were examining all possible angles. We have apprehended the accused, and he is in police custody. We are questioning him. The body has been sent for post-mortem, and we expect more information later, Deuri told reporters. Police are also examining the circumstances in which Nimisha and Ali met, their movements, the events leading to her being found unconscious and the injuries recorded during the inquest. The post-mortem report is expected to provide crucial information regarding the cause of death, while further investigation will determine the sequence of events and whether any criminal liability is involved.
India to set up first port-based e-methanol facility at Kandla for Rs 2,300 cr
Indias first port-based e-methanol plant will be built at Kandla with an investment of 2,300 crore. The 150-tonne-per-day facility, a joint venture between Deendayal Port Authority and Assam Petro-Chemicals, will produce green fuel using renewable power, water and biogenic CO.
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India to set up first port-based e-methanol plant at Kandla for 2,300 cr
In a boost to maritime decarbonisation, the government on Saturday laid the foundation stone for its first port-based e-methanol production facility at Kandla, involving an investment of Rs 2,300 crore. The 150-tonne-per-day green fuel plant - a joint venture between the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) and Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd (APCL)-will supply cleaner fuel to international vessels navigating the busy Asia-Europe trade corridor. India is moving up as the world's leading maritime power and it will now power the world's ships with green energy, Union Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said. Sonowal was speaking at an event to lay the foundation stone for the country's first port-based e-methanol plant at Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) in Kandla, Gandhidham, Gujarat. According to an official statement, the 150-tonne-per-day plant will use renewable power, water and biogenic CO2 to produce e-methanol, a green fuel that will enable cleaner shipping, and supply it to vessels plyin
Woman lawyer from Assam assaulted in Delhi's Prasad Nagar
A lawyer from Assam was reportedly attacked in Delhi amid a property dispute on Friday. Eyewitness accounts reveal that police were on-site as the confrontation unfolded, with a distressing video capturing her distress. The attackers expressed concerns about her being in Delhi due to the ongoing legal matter. In response, both parties have lodged mutual complaints, prompting several FIRs as police delve deeper into this assault and property dispute.
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Key Naga body suspends four-month blockade in Manipur after tripartite talks in Guwahati
Digital Desk | Imphal, Sep 26 (IANS) The United Naga Council (UNC), the apex body of Naga tribes in Manipur, on Saturday announced the suspension of its nearly four-month-old economic blockade along the National Highways in the state following a tripartite meeting with the Centre and the Manipur government in Assams Guwahati. According to a senior official of the Manipur Home Department, the tripartite meeting with the UNC was held at the BSF Guwahati Frontier headquarters at Garbhanga near Guwahati as part of the prevailing law and order situation in Manipur and related peace-building measures. Officials from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Manipur government, along with leaders of the UNC, participated in the important meeting. After the meeting, UNC President N.G. Lorho, in a statement, said that following the agreement reached during the tripartite talks between the Government of Manipur, the Government of India and the UNC in Guwahati, the council had decided to suspend the ongoing economic blockade with effect from 6 p.m. on Saturday. The United Naga Council appreciates the cooperation and solidarity extended by all concerned during the course of the agitation, the statement said. The Imphal-Jiribam National Highway (NH-37) and the Imphal-Dimapur National Highway (NH-2) are the two crucial lifelines of Manipur, connecting the landlocked Northeastern state with the rest of the country. The blockade was imposed by the UNC in May following the kidnapping of six Naga civilians from Leilon Vaiphei village in Kangpokpi district, which is mostly inhabited by Kuki-Zo tribals. The bodies of the six abducted Naga villagers were recovered on June 10, triggering widespread anger and agitations in different parts of Manipur. The blockade severely affected the transportation of essential commodities and fuel in the state and led to a rise in the prices of various items. The prolonged disruption also affected the movement of vehicles and supplies along the major highways passing through Naga-inhabited areas of Manipur. Saturdays Guwahati meeting assumes significance as the blockade had disrupted movement along the two major highways, affecting the transportation of essential commodities into Manipur from outside the state. The tripartite meeting between the Centre, the Manipur government and the leading Naga civil society organisations is being viewed as an important step towards restoring normalcy and creating conditions conducive to wider peace-building efforts in the state. The meeting in Guwahati came after the UNC and other Naga civil society organisations had maintained the blockade for several months over their demands following the abduction and subsequent killing of six Naga civilians. The UNC had earlier maintained that the agitation would continue until action was taken in connection with the deaths of the six civilians and other issues raised by the Naga organisations. The suspension of the blockade is expected to facilitate the movement of essential commodities, fuel and other supplies through NH-2 and NH-37, which are among the key road links connecting Manipur with neighbouring states and the rest of the country.
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Assam, Gujarat Join Hands To Power India
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Saturday laid the foundation stone for a 150-tonne-per-day (TPD) e-methanol plant at Deendayal Port in Kandla, Gujarat. The project, with an investment of over 1,200 crore in its first phase, is expected to produce up to 50,000 tonnes... The post Assam, Gujarat Join Hands To Power Indias Green Energy Push; E-Methanol Plant Launched At Kandla first appeared on Northeast Today .
India lays foundation for first port-based e-methanol plant at Kandla
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) India on Saturday took a major step towards becoming a global supplier of green fuel with the foundation stone laid for the countrys first port-based e-methanol plant at Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) in Kandla, Gujarat. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma laid the foundation stone for the Rs 2,300-crore project, which is being jointly developed by DPA and Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd (APCL), based in Namrup, Assam. The plant will have a total production capacity of 150 tonnes of e-methanol per day and will use renewable power, water and biogenic carbon dioxide to produce the green fuel. The e-methanol will be supplied to vessels operating along the Asia-Europe International Trade Corridor, positioning Kandla as a potential green-fuel hub for international shipping. The project is expected to produce green methanol at a significantly lower cost than prevailing global rates. The plant is projected to produce the fuel at around $750 per tonne, compared with a global rate of about $1,300 per tonne, strengthening India's potential to compete in the global green-fuel market. The project will be implemented in two phases using scalable modules. The first phase, involving an investment of Rs 1,200 crore, will add 50 tonnes per day of production capacity and is targeted for completion by January 2027. The second phase will add another 100 tonnes per day at an investment of Rs 1,100 crore, with completion targeted for March 2027. DPA and APCL will contribute capital in a 76:24 ratio. DPA's contribution includes equity capital of Rs 567.32 crore, 75 acres of land, desalinated water and renewable energy in the form of green hydrogen. The facility is expected to be among India's largest e-methanol production plants and create more than 3,500 direct and indirect jobs. It is also expected to support the development of a broader green-energy ecosystem around Kandla, including transportation, storage, supply and other ancillary activities linked to the production and movement of green molecules. The project is aligned with India's target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 and the government's focus on energy self-reliance, Make in India and Make for the World. It also comes as India seeks to expand its maritime capabilities and strengthen its position in global shipping. The government plans to add 100 new ships to India's merchant fleet over the next five years and aims to make the country one of the world's top five ship-owning nations by 2047. Global shipping major Maersk has also started placing orders for containers manufactured in India.
22-year-old Gauhati University student found dead at homestay; male friend arrested
A 22-year-old woman was found dead at a homestay in Assam 's Guwahati, which triggered panic among people in the locality, the police said on Saturday. The deceased was identified as Nimisha Thakuria, who was a student at the Gauhati University.
Smuggled Areca Nuts, Poppy Seeds Worth Nearly
Aizawl, Sep 26: Security forces in Mizorams Champhai district have seized smuggled areca nuts and poppy seeds valued at nearly 18 crore during a joint operation. Acting on intelligence inputs, a coordinated team comprising Assam Rifles, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, district police, and the Customs Preventive Force carried out a search in the Ruantlang... The post Smuggled Areca Nuts, Poppy Seeds Worth Nearly 18 Crore Seized In Mizoram first appeared on Northeast Today .
The 2,300-crore project is aimed at supplying cleaner fuel to the maritime sector and is part of the ports plan to develop itself as a green-fuel and bunkering hub
APSC Junior Engineer Exam Date 2026 - Check Schedule and Timetable at apsc.nic.in
Assam PSC has released the exam date for Junior Engineer (Electrical) Screening Test 2026. Check the full timetable, subjects, admit card release date, and PwBD scribe instructions here.
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Assam-made Chinese puer tea cakes auctioned at 12,000 a kg
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Illegal riverbed mining inviting catastrophe: Assam tribal students body
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Assam: Gauhati University Student Found Dead At Guwahati Homestay
GUWAHATI, Sep 26: A 21-year-old Sociology student of Gauhati University, identified as Nimisha Thakuria, was found dead at a homestay in the Garal area of Guwahati under Azara police station late Friday night. According to her family, Nimisha had left home with a friend around 5 pm. She later allegedly called her mother and said... The post Assam: Gauhati University Student Found Dead At Guwahati Homestay first appeared on Northeast Today .
INDIA bloc parties likely to meet on September 30 to discuss EC related concerns: Report
Parties from the India bloc plan to meet in Delhi on September 30 to address various issues. Rising tensions surrounding the Election Commission and the Special Intensive Revision have prompted protests across several states. Demonstrations have been reported in regions such as Jammu and Kashmir, Assam, and Uttar Pradesh, among others. Congress workers are demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar due to alleged electoral roll manipulations.
Rs 18 Crore Smuggled Goods Seized In Mizoram
Security forces in Mizoram's Champhai district have seized smuggled areca nuts and poppy seeds worth approximately Rs 18 crore. The operation, conducted by a joint team including Assam Rifles and Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, led to the recovery of over 1.25 lakh kg of areca nuts and 25,440 kg of poppy seeds. The seized consignments have been handed over for further investigation.
Assam University Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
Assam University has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Research Assistant post. Eligible candidates can submit their applications by email on or before 02-10-2026. The detailed notification and application details are available on the official website of Assam University.
Assam: Two Bangladeshi Nationals Held At Guwahati Railway Station, Fake Aadhaar Cards Recovered
Guwahati, Sep 26: Two Bangladeshi nationals were apprehended at Paltan Bazar Railway Station in Guwahati during a police operation carried out on Saturday. Acting on a tip-off, the Guwahati Police Commissionerates Operations team detained the individuals, who were found to have entered India illegally. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations) Kulendra Nath Deka stated that the... The post Assam: Two Bangladeshi Nationals Held At Guwahati Railway Station, Fake Aadhaar Cards Recovered first appeared on Northeast Today .
What is Compulsory Muslim marriage registration Assam? | Explained
What do Assams new compulsory Muslim marriage registration rules mean for couples in the State? Who can register a marriage? What conditions must be met? Can objections be raised during the process?
PM Modi pays tribute to Dr Manmohan Singh on birth anniversary; recalls his dedicated public service
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tribute to former Prime Minister late Manmohan Singh on his birth anniversary, recalling his long years in public life and his service to the nation. Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi said, Tributes to our former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji on his birth anniversary. He spent many years in public life and served the nation with dedication. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also paid tribute to the former Prime Minister, saying his contribution to public life and India's progress would always be remembered. Paying my tributes to former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh ji on his birth anniversary. His contribution to public life and Indias progress will always be remembered, Rajnath Singh said. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also remembered Dr Singh on his birth anniversary. Remembering former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh ji on his jayanti today. His contributions to the nation will always be cherished, he said. Dr. Manmohan Singhs name will remain etched in Indian history as a globally-respected economist and a leader who laid strong foundations for the country's economic progress. The economic reforms initiated by Dr. Manmohan Singh as Finance Minister in 1991 paved the way for pivotal changes in the Indian economy. During his tenure as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014, key laws and programs like Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme, the Right to Information Act, and the Right to Education Act were implemented by Dr. Manmohan Singh to expand rights and opportunities for the people of India. Born on September 26, 1932, in Gah, in present-day Pakistan, Dr Singh served as India's Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014. He was also the Union Finance Minister from 1991 to 1996 and played a key role in the economic reforms introduced during the P.V. Narasimha Rao government. Dr Singh held several important positions before becoming Finance Minister, including Chief Economic Adviser, Secretary in the Department of Economic Affairs, Member Secretary of the Planning Commission and Governor of the Reserve Bank of India. Singh's early life was marked by academic achievement. He studied economics at Panjab University before pursuing higher education at the University of Cambridge and the University of Oxford. The official Prime Minister's Office biography describes him as a scholar and thinker known for his diligence, academic approach and unassuming demeanour. Dr Singh died in New Delhi on December 26, 2024, at the age of 92. A Union Cabinet resolution following his death described him as an eminent statesman, renowned economist and distinguished leader, and noted his role in India's economic reforms.
Five Assam elephants reach Tamil Nadu temples amid purchase, ownership questions
Guwahati: The transfer of five young captive elephants from Assam to Tamil Nadu temples has triggered mounting questions over their ownership, provenance and the circumstances under which they were moved, including claims that some of the elephants described as donated may have actually been purchased by Tamil Nadu religious institutions. Four more elephantsHiralal, Shiva, Rupsing [] The post Five Assam elephants reach Tamil Nadu temples amid purchase, ownership questions appeared first on NorthEast Now .
12 years on the run, 50k rewardee with Maoist links held in Assam
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Gaurav, other Cong protesters detained over stir against CEC
Himanta Biswa Sarma launched the North East Seva First Innovation Challenge 2026 (NESFIC)-Ashtalakshmi for Viksit Bharat, aimed at connecting young innovators with real-world challenges faced by government departments, industries and citizens. The initiative will feature 50 challenges, with 150 startups to be shortlisted and supported through mentoring, testing opportunities and grants of up to Rs. 40 lakh for deep-tech solutions.
Assam looks to reduce maternal, infant mortality
'Gyanesh Kumar should be arrested': Congress stages nationwide protests against CEC
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) The Congress on Friday staged nationwide protests to demand the resignation and arrest of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar over 'vote chori' allegations, asserting that the party would not bow down until action is taken against him. The allegations have gained momentum after a media report claimed differences within the Election Commission of India (ECI) over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Several Congress leaders and workers were detained during the agitation, including the party's Assam and Punjab chiefs Gaurav Gogoi and Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, respectively. Water cannons were also used to disperse the protesters across states. In the national capital, the Youth Congress held a march demanding the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar. Delhi Congress President Devender Yadav said: The demand is clear that Gyanesh Kumar must be arrested because he has murdered democracy. The essence of a democracy is lost when votes are stolen. We clearly demand that Gyanesh Kumar resign and that the elections conducted over the past year undergo a review, he added. Mahila Congress President Alka Lamba recalled that the party, especially Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, has been speaking about the heft of votes for months now. On December 14, the Vote Chor Gaddi Chhodo rally was held at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi. The entire Delhi was echoing with the slogan...Today, our only demand is that Prime Minister Narendra Modi should seek Gyanesh Kumars resignation. He should be arrested and sent to jail. The illegal decisions taken by him must be stopped and reversed, Lambae told IANS. Congress leaders and workers attempted to 'gherao' the Election Commission office in Chandigarh. Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, who was being detained, told reporters: We have all gathered here demanding the removal of Gyanesh Kumar and his arrest and imprisonment. Our protest is against the SIR. Votes are being stolen across the country, and 20 lakh votes have been deleted in Punjab...Our demand is that SIR should be cancelled and voting should take place without it. Congress Chandigarh President H.S. Lucky asserted that the party would continue the agitation despite the attempts being made by the police to stop them. The police are doing their duty and putting up barricades. Deploy the police, the Army, Income Tax, ED, or any other agency, but the way the people of the country have been wronged, they will not tolerate it. Gen-Z recently held a major protest at Jantar Mantar. Another major movement will emerge in the country. This protest will continue until Gyanesh Kumar resigns, just as (then-Union Education Minister) Dharmendra Pradhan did, Lucky told IANS. Security personnel also used water cannons to disperse agitators in Chandigarh. Leading a protest march in Bhubaneswar, Odisha Congress President Bhakta Charan Das said: This movement is against the stealing of votes, and Gyanesh Kumar will have to resign. Rahul Gandhi has been raising the issue of vote theft from the beginning, but no one was listening. Today, it has been proved how vote theft is taking place. Led by Bihar President Rajesh Ram, Congress workers in Patna marched towards the Election Commission office. However, police put up barricades near the Secretariat to stop them. A heated scuffle broke out between the police and the workers as the latter attempted to break through the barricades and move forward. The police had to use water cannons to bring the situation under control. Speaking to reporters during the agitation, Rajesh Ram said: We are not afraid. We will continue to protest against Gyanesh Kumar, who is a criminal. Another protester alleged that police resorted to 'lathi charge'. Purnia MP Pappu Yadav also took part in the Congress protest in Patna. Criticising the Election Commission, he said: They have committed an injustice against 13 crore people in Bengal, Bihar and Assam. How can they be allowed to go? Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Harish Rawat took part in the Congress protest in Dehradun. Congress state in-charge Kumari Selja said: We are holding protests across the country. People have seen the revelations that have come out regarding the Chief Election Commissioner. The Election Commission is not functioning in the manner it should. There is no unanimity there, and it is not impartial. Similarly, Congress leaders and workers protested outside the Election Commission office in Shimla. Congress Himachal Pradesh in-charge Rajni Patil also recalled Rahul Gandhi's vote theft allegations, saying: Now we are firmly convinced that there are irregularities in the elections...If things go on like this then the Constitution will be totally destroyed. Similar protests also took place in Assam's Guwahati, where state chief and MP Gaurav Gogoi, along with other party members, was detained while trying to break through police barricades
Centre extends AFSPA in 'disturbed areas' of Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh by six months
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Imphal, Sep 25 (IANS) The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, for another six months in most parts of Manipur, several districts of Nagaland, and certain districts of Arunachal Pradesh, officials said on Friday. According to three separate notifications issued by the MHA, the further extension of the special law would be effective from October 1. The AFSPA, which gives armed forces operating in the notified disturbed areas sweeping powers to search, arrest, and open fire if they deem it necessary for the maintenance of public order, was extended on Thursday for six more months in the entire state of Manipur, excluding the areas falling under the jurisdiction of the 13 police stations of five districts Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Bishnupur, and Kakching. Of the total 16 districts in Manipur, these five districts are located in the Imphal Valley region. Manipur has been devastated by the ethnic violence between the majority Meitei and the minority Kuki-Zo-Hmar tribals since May 3, 2023. After the prolonged ethnic violence, which claimed over 260 lives since May 2023, Manipur came under Presidents rule on February 13, 2025, four days after Chief Minister N Biren Singh, who was heading the second BJP-led government, resigned on February 9. The Presidents Rule was withdrawn after Yumnam Khemchand Singh took over as the Chief Minister on February 4 this year. Officials in Imphal said that the MHA notification was issued after the review of the law and order situation in the state,in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 3 of the AFSPA, 1958. Another MHA notification said that the AFSPA has been extended in nine districts of Nagaland -- Dimapur, Niuland, Chumoukedima, Mon, Kiphire, Noklak, Phekm, Peren and Meluri and 21 police stations in five other districts Kohima, Mokokchung, Longleng, Wokha and Zunheboto - with these areas declared 'disturbed areas for a period of six months. Another MHA notification said that the AFSPA has also been extended in Tirap, Changlang and Longding districts in Arunachal Pradesh and the areas falling within the jurisdiction of Namsai, Mahadevpur and Chowkham police stations in Namsai district of the state, bordering Assam, and declared these areas as a disturbed area for a period of six months with effect from October 1. The law and order situations of the areas of Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh, where the AFSPA has been extended, were also reviewed by the government. Many organisations in Manipur, including the Manipuri Students Federation (MSF), the Nupi Khunai-Yairipok, and the Meira Paibis, and other Northeastern states have been off and on agitating, demanding withdrawal of the AFSPA from their states. Meanwhile, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma earlier said that the MHA has lifted the AFSPA from many parts of his state. The AFSPA was originally imposed across Assam in 1990, during a peak in insurgent activities led by the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA). Since then, it has been renewed every six months, with periodic reviews leading to the gradual exclusion of certain areas based on the prevailing security situation. With significant improvement in the security situation, the AFSPA was lifted from Tripura in 2015, Meghalaya in 2018, and Mizoram in the 1980s.
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Assam CM seeks tech-driven flood solutions, eyes AI ecosystem
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 25 (IANS) Assam is seeking technology-driven solutions to strengthen flood preparedness, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma calling on the states youth to develop innovative ideas to tackle recurring flood-related challenges. Sarma said on Friday that the recent floods in Sivasagar and Charaideo had underlined the need for new approaches and technology-based solutions to improve the states preparedness. Assam is looking for new tech-driven solutions for flood preparedness, especially after the recent floods in Sivasagar and Charaideo, and I believe our youth will be able to come up with such solutions, the Chief Minister said. He emphasised the potential of Assams young population to drive technological innovation and develop solutions tailored to the states specific needs. Sarma also outlined a broader vision for Assams technological future, saying the state should build an ecosystem around advanced and deep technologies, including artificial intelligence and semiconductors. The Assam of the future will have an ecosystem in advanced and deep tech like AI, semiconductors, among others, he said. The Chief Minister stressed the need for Assam to move beyond dependence on imported advanced machinery and develop manufacturing capabilities within the state. We should aim to make advanced machinery right here in Assam rather than importing it, Sarma said. His remarks come as Assam continues to face recurring floods and the need for stronger preparedness, early response and resilient infrastructure. The focus on technology-driven solutions also points towards greater use of innovation and local expertise in addressing challenges associated with natural disasters. The Chief Ministers emphasis on artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and advanced machinery reflects the states wider push to build capabilities in emerging technology sectors. Developing such an ecosystem could also create opportunities for young people in research, technology, manufacturing and entrepreneurship. Sarmas call for youth-led innovation places particular emphasis on developing solutions within Assam rather than relying entirely on technologies and equipment sourced from outside the state. He said Assams future development should link advanced technology with local manufacturing, while encouraging the states youth to play a central role in creating solutions to challenges the state faces. The remarks underline a dual focus, using technology to address immediate challenges such as flood preparedness while building a long-term ecosystem for advanced technology and manufacturing in Assam.
Vande Bharat operating staff to train at IIT Kharagpur
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 25 (IANS) Operational staff of the Vande Bharat trains will soon begin advanced training at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur. The institute has signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Railways Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (IRIMEE), Jamalpur, to strengthen technical capacity in advanced rolling stock technologies. The tie-up, coordinated by IIT Kharagpurs Centre for Railway Research (CRR), will deliver specialised residential training for Indian Railways (IR) officials on semi-high-speed trains. Training modules will cover advanced traction and propulsion systems, electrical safety, Train Control and Management Systems (TCMS), rolling stock diagnostics, condition monitoring, reliability engineering, and regenerative braking. The MoU was signed by Prof Swagata Dasgupta, Dean of Outreach, IIT Kharagpur, and Prem Prakash, Dean, IRIMEE, with Prof Vikranth Racherla, IIT Kharagpur, and Siddharth Shankar, IRIMEE, serving as nodal officers, the institute said. It added that the initiative would combine classroom learning, laboratory experiments, hands-on exposure, and field visits to contribute to safer, smarter, more reliable, and increasingly indigenous railway technologies. IR currently operates 79 Vande Bharat trains across various routes, with plans to introduce more in the near future. The railways also run a Vande Bharat sleeper train between Howrah and Kamakhya (Assam). As more sleeper trains are built, additional staff will be needed to operate and maintain them. Officials said on-board staff would need the expertise to identify problems in advanced systems and the capability to rectify them, particularly for sleeper trains running longer routes. IR has plans to acquire 260 Vande Bharat sleeper trainsets, 60 of which are under construction. In addition, a prototype of a Vande Bharat freight train is undergoing trials. Unlike normal rakes that require locomotives, Vande Bharat trainsets comprise several carriages fitted with electric traction motors. Each carriage can power itself and two others without motors, resulting in a complex setup. The trains also use high-end control technology, making advanced training essential for operators.
Assam CM Launches NESFIC For Northeast Innovation
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched the North East Seva Innovation Challenge (NESFIC), envisioning the region as India's 'living laboratory' for technology and problem-solving. The initiative aims to empower young innovators to address real-world challenges faced by government, industries, and citizens, with a focus on practical implementation and government procurement.
Congress Launches Nationwide Protests Against ECI, Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar
The Congress on Friday launched nationwide protests against the Election Commission of India (ECI), with party workers demonstrating in several states and demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Protests were reported in Delhi, Bihar, Assam, Punjab, Arunachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. In Delhi, Congress workers gathered at Jantar Mantar and [] The post Congress Launches Nationwide Protests Against ECI, Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumars Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Two alleged Bangladeshi nationals held in Assam, fake Aadhaar cards recovered
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 25 (IANS) The Assam Police have apprehended two people suspected to be Bangladeshi nationals during an operation aboard the Saraihat Express, officials said on Friday. The train was travelling from Silchar to Howrah when the two suspects were intercepted by the police. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Border), Kulandra Nath Deka, said two Aadhaar cards suspected to be fake, along with Bangladeshi currency notes, were recovered from their possession during interrogation. The police have initiated the process to deport the two suspected Bangladeshi nationals from India under the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act, 1950, Deka said. The apprehension followed specific inputs received by the Assam Police regarding the movement of suspected illegal foreign nationals. Deka said the authorities are verifying the identities and nationality of the two persons before completing the necessary legal and deportation procedures. The Border Police wing has been conducting checks to identify foreign nationals allegedly staying in India without valid documents and those suspected of using forged Indian identity papers. The latest operation is part of the ongoing efforts by Assam Police to detect suspected illegal immigration and prevent the use of fraudulent documents to establish Indian identity. Further investigation is underway to ascertain the circumstances under which the two individuals allegedly entered India and obtained the suspected fake Aadhaar cards. Recently, Assam Police have apprehended 28 suspected illegal Bangladeshi nationals, in separate operations across the state earlier this week. On September 23, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that six suspected illegal foreigners were detained from a residence in Mankachar following specific intelligence inputs, while another 22 people were apprehended during statewide operations on September 22. Police have initiated legal proceedings against those detained and are also investigating individuals suspected of providing shelter to them. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Sarma has reiterated the state government's commitment to preventing illegal entry from Bangladesh and identifying foreign nationals residing unlawfully in Assam. On September 19, the Chief Minister said that Assam Police had foiled an attempted infiltration involving 10 people along the international border. In another development, two convicted individuals were handed over by Assam Police to the Border Security Force, which subsequently transferred them to Border Guards Bangladesh following the prescribed procedures. Chief Minister Sarma said the state was maintaining a robust mechanism to prevent unlawful entry and stay in India and would remain vigilant along the international border.
Assam: New species from Dibru-Saikhowa marks first Indian record of rare genus
Doomdooma: Scientists have identified a new species of tiny parasitic wasp in Assams Dibru-Saikhowa National Park. The discovery is also the first recorded occurrence of its genus in India. The new species, named Oxyserphus narendrani, was described by Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) researchers Rupam Debnath and K. Rajmohana. Their study, published in September 2026, [] The post Assam: New species from Dibru-Saikhowa marks first Indian record of rare genus appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Universities Asked To Prepare Roadmap To Strengthen Higher Education: Chief Secretary
Guwahati, Sep 25: Assam Chief Secretary Ravi Kota has called on universities across the state to prepare institution-specific roadmaps with defined priorities and timelines to strengthen higher education. Chairing a meeting with university authorities and senior officials of the Higher Education Department, Kota emphasized the need to advance reforms under the National Education Policy (NEP)... The post Assam Universities Asked To Prepare Roadmap To Strengthen Higher Education: Chief Secretary first appeared on Northeast Today .
Assam Launches North East Service Fast Innovation Challenge to Tackle Key Issues
Assams Chief Minister announces an innovation challenge for youth to find solutions to 50 pressing local issues across various sectors. Assam Launches North East Service Fast Innovation Challenge to Tackle Key Issues
