Defamation case: Pawan Khera appears before Assam Crime Branch again
Senior Congress leader Pawan Khera appeared before Assam Police Crime Branch. This appearance is in connection with a defamation case filed by Riniki Bhuyan Sharma. Khera faces allegations regarding multiple passports and undisclosed foreign properties. He is cooperating with the ongoing investigation after receiving a summons. Khera has secured interim protection from arrest from the Supreme Court.
ENGLISH WITH INDIAN WINGS There was a time when many children entered an English classroom with quiet fear. They are worried about making mistakes. They feared speaking in front of others. They believed that English belonged only to books, examinations, or a few people who spoke it well. For many learners, the language became a wall rather than a bridge. Today, India stands at the edge of a different journey. Across the country, schools are slowly changing the way they think about English. The question is no longer, How many grammar rules can students remember? The more important question is, What can students do with the language? This small change carries a very large promise. English is becoming less about repeating correct answers and more about asking thoughtful questions. It is becoming less about copying sentences and more about sharing ideas. It is becoming less about fear and more about confidence. That is the journey India has begun. The National Education Policy 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education 2023 invite us to see language in a fresh light. English is not expected to replace our home languages. It is expected to grow beside them. A child who speaks Kashmiri, Dogri, Urdu, Hindi, Tamil, Bengali, Kannada, Marathi, Garo, Khasi, Mizo, or any other Indian language does not begin from zero. That child already carries stories, songs, ideas, feelings, and dreams. English becomes another window through which those ideas can travel. This is one of India's greatest strengths. Many countries teach children through one dominant language. India teaches children who often think in more than one language before they enter school. This is not a problem to be solved. It is a gift to be celebrated. When a learner compares words across languages, new understanding grows. When a child explains a local festival in English, both languages become richer. When students discuss village life, family traditions, rivers, forests, markets, music, or crafts in English, they discover that learning a new language does not mean leaving their own world behind. Instead, they carry that world with them. That is what makes learning English in India unique. The classroom itself must also change. Imagine entering a classroom where the first five minutes are filled with conversation instead of silence. The teacher smiles and asks, What surprised you this morning? Another day, the question is, If you could improve your village or your neighbourhood, what would you begin with? Students talk to one another. They laugh. They disagree politely. They listen. They build confidence before opening a textbook. Language begins to live. The lesson then moves towards a story, a poem, an article, or a speech. Students do not read only to answer questions at the end of the page. They read to understand people. They read to discover ideas. They read to compare one life with another. A poem becomes a conversation. A story becomes an experience. An article becomes an invitation to think. When students write, they do not simply fill pages with memorised sentences. They write letters to their grandparents. They prepare speeches about clean rivers. They write reviews of books they enjoyed. They create travel guides for visitors. They record family memories before they disappear. They describe the smell of rain on village roads. They write about friendship, hope, courage, and change. Language slowly becomes personal. Speaking also changes. Instead of repeating lines after the teacher, students interview local farmers, artists, doctors, shopkeepers, sports players, and grandparents. They ask questions. They collect stories. They return to school carrying real-life stories from their communities. Every conversation becomes a lesson. Listening changes too. Students learn to listen with respect. They listen not only for correct answers but also for different opinions. They discover that understanding another person is one of the deepest forms of learning. This simple act builds kindness. Many people still ask whether grammar is important. The answer is yes. Accuracy matters because language helps people understand one another clearly. Yet accuracy grows best when learners have something meaningful to say. Children who write about their own experiences care more about making their writing clear. Students who prepare speeches naturally revise their words. Grammar becomes a helpful guide instead of a frightening gatekeeper. Fluency and accuracy are not enemies. They walk together. India also has an opportunity that few countries possess. Its classrooms hold many cultures. A single classroom may include children from different religions, traditions, languages, and family backgrounds. If guided well, this diversity becomes one of the richest classrooms in the world. Students learn that another language is never a threat to their own identity. Instead, every new language opens another friendship. This understanding is deeply important in today's world. The future will belong to people who can work with others, even when they speak differently, think differently, or live differently. English therefore becomes much more than an academic subject. It becomes a meeting place. The world itself is changing quickly. Artificial intelligence is growing. Digital communication crosses continents every second. Climate change affects every nation. Health, science, trade, and technology connect people across borders. Young people will need to work with teams from many countries. They will need to solve problems together. They will need to explain ideas with clarity and respect. English can help them do this. But there is an important difference between speaking English and thinking wisely. Language alone does not make a responsible citizen. Character does. Schools therefore carry a larger responsibility. They must help students ask honest questions. They must encourage them to examine facts before accepting them. They must help them distinguish truth from falsehood. They must teach them to disagree without hatred and to express confidence without arrogance. Language becomes the path through which values find expression. This is perhaps the greatest purpose of education. Another powerful change is taking place in classrooms that encourage creation rather than repetition. A group of students designs a podcast about local history. Another group prepares a short play on water conservation. Others create posters encouraging kindness. Some prepare a digital story about traditional crafts. Others write a newspaper report about a community event. Learning begins to resemble real life. Students are no longer only consumers of information. They become creators. Creation naturally leads to collaboration. No important work in today's world is completed alone. Scientists work in teams. Doctors work in teams. Engineers work in teams. Artists work in teams. Teachers work in teams. Students must therefore learn how to listen, contribute, encourage, and share responsibility. These qualities are learned through practice rather than lectures. The English classroom offers many opportunities for this growth. One group writes together. Another debates respectfully. Another solves a problem. Another presents findings. Every activity teaches both language and life. As students grow, they also learn to bring ideas together. A poem reminds them of a newspaper article. A science lesson connects with an environmental campaign. A history lesson inspires a speech. A family story becomes a research project. This ability to connect ideas is one of the highest forms of learning. It allows knowledge to become wisdom. India's future classrooms should therefore be places where languages meet, ideas meet, people meet, and dreams meet. No child should feel that English belongs only to someone else. Every child should believe that English is another instrument through which their own voice can be heard. That voice may speak about the Himalayas. It may describe the deserts of Rajasthan. It may celebrate the boats of Kerala. It may explain the traditions of Nagaland. It may tell stories from Kashmir. It may carry songs from Assam. It may introduce the world to the colours of Gujarat. It may speak of the hopes of every village and every city. The language becomes richer because India is rich. The learner becomes stronger because the learner remains rooted. Perhaps this is the greatest lesson of all. The goal is not to produce children who sound alike. The goal is to help every learner speak with confidence, write with clarity, think with honesty, listen with respect, and act with responsibility. When this happens, English becomes far more than a classroom subject. It becomes a bridge between home and school. Between village and city. Between India and the world. Between knowledge and action. Between imagination and reality. The flight toward better English is therefore not a race. It is a journey. Each learner travels at a different pace. Each classroom discovers its own path. Each teacher lights another lamp. Each family encourages another dream. Together they create a generation that is fluent without losing humility, accurate without losing creativity, multilingual without losing identity, proudly Indian while remaining open to the world, and ready not only to succeed but also to serve. That is the promise before us. If our schools continue to nurture curiosity instead of fear, conversation instead of silence, understanding instead of memorisation, and purpose instead of mere performance, the English classroom will become one of the strongest spaces for building thoughtful citizens. In the end, the true measure of language learning will not be found only in examination marks or certificates. It will be found in young people who can comfort a friend, explain a new idea, solve a common problem, celebrate their culture, respect another culture, work with others, and speak for what is right. When English helps learners do these things, it has fulfilled its highest purpose. And when India achieves this vision, the world will not simply notice that Indian students speak English well. The world will notice that they use English with wisdom, compassion, confidence, and hope. (The author is an educator committed to reimagining education through thoughtful leadership, reflective practice, curriculum innovation, and transformative learning; bridging local wisdom with global perspectives to empower every learner for a changing world. Feedback at: sheikhgulzar1970@gmail.com )
Assam flood: Over 6.43 lakh affected; Central team will visit soon, Shah tells CM
Report says 35 revenue circles and 889 villages in the 10 districts are affected; a crop area of 24891.66 hectares also remains submerged
Inaugural Assam Premier League To Begin On August 1 With 43-match Season
Inaugural Assam Premier League: Eight teams will battle it out for the top honours in the inaugural Assam Premier League (APL) when the state's franchise-based T20 competition gets underway on August 1, with the 23-day tournament featuring 43 matches before the first-ever champions are crowned on August 23. The opening day will feature a double-header, with Charaideo Sunrisers taking on Barpeta Braves at 2 p.m. before Tezpur Titans face Dibrugarh Warriors in the evening match at 7 p.m. The inaugural edition will comprise 40 league matches, followed by two semifinals and the final. During the league phase, every team will play each of the other seven teams once, along with three reverse fixtures, making for a total of 10 league matches per side as the race for the top four spots unfolds. Action on the opening weekend continues on August 2, with Barak Legends meeting Nagaon Rangers in the afternoon before Guwahati Royals begin their campaign against Jorhat Stallions in the evening fixture. The schedule also features several repeat contests that could develop into key rivalries during the maiden season. Dibrugarh Warriors and Guwahati Royals will meet twice, on August 10 and August 18, while Charaideo Sunrisers will face Guwahati Royals on August 11 and August 19. Tezpur Titans and Guwahati Royals are scheduled to clash on August 8 and again on August 15, while Dibrugarh Warriors and Jorhat Stallions will lock horns on August 8 before renewing their contest on August 16. Barpeta Braves will take on Nagaon Rangers twice, on August 7 and August 16, while Charaideo Sunrisers face Nagaon Rangers on August 9 and August 17. Barpeta Braves and Barak Legends are also scheduled to meet on August 9 before facing each other again on August 17. The league stage concludes on August 20 with Tezpur Titans taking on Barak Legends in the afternoon, followed by Dibrugarh Warriors against Nagaon Rangers in the final league fixture, with the results expected to determine the semifinal line-up. Barpeta Braves will take on Nagaon Rangers twice, on August 7 and August 16, while Charaideo Sunrisers face Nagaon Rangers on August 9 and August 17. Barpeta Braves and Barak Legends are also scheduled to meet on August 9 before facing each other again on August 17. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Following a rest day on August 22, the inaugural Assam Premier League champions will be crowned in the final, scheduled for 7 p.m. on August 23. Article Source: IANS
Assam Premier League to begin on August 1 with eight teams
Guwahati: The inaugural edition of the Assam Premier League (APL) will begin on August 1, with eight teams competing in a 43-match tournament spread over 23 days. According to the official schedule, the league will comprise 40 league-stage matches, two semi-finals and the final, which is scheduled for August 23 at 7 p.m. The tournament [] The post Assam Premier League to begin on August 1 with eight teams appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam floods: 41 dead, 9 lakh affected; CM Himanta Biswa Sarma says destruction 'unimaginable'
Assam faces unimaginable flood destruction impacting over nine lakh people. Forty-one lives have been lost, and many remain missing after heavy rainfall. Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured central assistance for rebuilding efforts. An inter-ministerial team will soon assess the extensive flood damages. Rescue and relief operations are underway with government and air force support.
Assam Flood Toll Rises to 41, Over 7 Lakh Hit as Monsoon Fury Continues
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma calls the crisis the worst in 60 years as rescue operations intensify across 16 districts.
100 people remain missing in three worst-affected districts, Assam CM Himanta Sarma said
Assam flood situation remains critical; 41 dead
Guwahati: The flood situation in Assam remained critical, with 41 people killed so far and over 6.50 lakh reeling under the deluge across 11 districts, officials said on Thursday, July 23. The Army, Air Force and other agencies continued relief and rescue operations, with drones being pressed into service, too, to provide essential items to 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 .
Assam chief secretary orders faster relief, restoration as floods worsen
Assam's Chief Secretary has ordered officials to speed up flood relief and restoration work. Ten people died in floods affecting over six lakh people across eleven districts. The weather department forecasts more rain and thunderstorms for the next four days. Central agencies like NDRF and the Army are asked to enhance their assistance. Relief materials and essential services are being distributed to affected localities.
10 killed, 6.53lakh affected byfloods in Assam
Guwahati: Assam reeled under intense flood on Wednesday, July 22, that hit 11 of its districts, affecting 6.53 lakh people and killing 10 people in one day, with no respite in sight as the weather department warned of more rains over the next few days. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), 10 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 .
Africans, Russians, Ukrainians among 2,089 deported from Assam since 2016
The State government tells the Assam Assembly that 61,259 Hindus and Christians were among 1,72,673 foreigners detected in Assam till May 31
Indian Army Rescues Over 700 People Amid Assam Flood Crisis
Guwahati, July 23: The Indian Army has intensified its flood relief and rescue operations in the most affected districts of Upper Assam. As of Wednesday, officials reported that over 700 stranded individuals have been rescued, and hundreds of flood-affected residents have received medical assistance and essential supplies. According to an official statement, soldiers from the ... Read more Indian Army Rescues Over 700 People Amid Assam Flood Crisis
Police barricades keep BJP, Congress workers apart during face-off in Jammu
Jammu, Jul 22:Despite heavy rain, BJP and Congress workers came face-to-face at ShaheediChowk near the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) headquarters on Wednesday, prompting massive police deployment and the erection of barricades to prevent any confrontation. Police formed a security cordon and kept the rival groups apart with barbed wire as both parties raised slogans within proximity to each other. The BJP protest was led by the Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma, who, along with senior party leaders and workers, marched towards the JKPCC headquarters despite heavy downpour, raising slogans against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. The Congress workers led by JKPCC president Tariq Hameed Karra and working president Raman Bhalla came out of the party headquarters and staged a counter-protest, chanting slogans demanding the resignation of Prime Minister NarendraModi and against alleged hooliganism of the BJP. Sharma accused Gandhi of abandoning parliamentary debate and attempting to incite unrest among the youth. We are marching to the JKPCC office to convey one clear message that India believes in democracy, not in political theatrics, the BJP leader said. He claimed that Gandhi walked away from debate and left Parliament the country's highest democratic institution and the foremost forum where national policies are debated. By doing so, he committed an act that appears to be part of a larger conspiracy. He (Gandhi) is attempting to instigate the youth, who are the foundations of the vision of a developed India by 2047, trying to create an atmosphere of anarchy. The Congress seems to believe that, just as movements were launched in countries like Bangladesh and Nepal in the name of so-called public uprisings to capture power, a similar strategy can succeed here. That is their misconception, Sharma said. Stating that the people of India, especially the youth, have faith in democracy, he said. If Gandhi wants to come to power, there is a democratic process for that he should seek people's mandate through elections. After suffering electoral defeats in Bihar, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Assam and several other places, it appears they believe they can create unrest and build a political atmosphere through disorder. JKPCC president Karra defended the Congress protest as a democratic right, alleging that the BJP was trying to suppress dissent instead of allowing a discussion in Parliament on the students' agitation. Accusing the ruling party of using force against the protesters and targeting the Congress, Karra claimed that BJP workers had come to the party office to intimidate its members, asserting that the Congress was prepared to peacefully resist what he termed the BJP's hooliganism. A protest is undoubtedly a part of democracy there is no doubt about that. But our protest is against the BJP's hooliganism. Our protest is also against the fact that the BJP does not want to discuss such a sensitive and contentious issue in Parliament. We are protesting because students have gathered at the JantarMantar in Delhi to voice their grievances, hardships and demands, yet, instead of engaging with them, the government chose to lathi-charge them, Karra said. He alleged that the police crackdown on student protesters in Delhi on Monday indicated that the BJP and Prime Minister NarendraModi had realised that protests were spreading across the country. It is the BJP which is creating unrest and attacking people across the country. Today, BJP workers came to attack our party office. We were sitting peacefully inside, but when we learned that they had come to attack us, we could not simply remain seated we had to come outside as well, Karra said. What the BJP is doing is not protest but hooliganism. Using the government, the administration and the police, they have come here to attack us. But we are standing our ground, fully prepared to face any such attack, he added. The BJP and the Congress have been at loggerheads over the police crackdown on protesters led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), who gathered at the JantarMantar on Monday for a 'SansadChalo' march, demanding accountability over the NEET paper leak and resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, among others, despite heavy security deployment. The matter took a dramatic turn on Tuesday when opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Samajwadi Party's AkhileshYadav, were forcibly removed by police after they staged a dharna outside Prime Minister NarendraModi's residence in Delhi, demanding his resignation.
10 more deaths raise Assam flood toll to 41
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says the damage is far greater than anticipated and more bodies are being recovered from the affected districts; more rains forecast over next four days
Assam Floods: Chief Minister Sarma Reports Severe Conditions, Thousands Trapped
Guwahati, July 23: Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated on Wednesday that the flood situation in the state is far more severe than official assessments indicate. Numerous villages remain completely cut off, with bodies being recovered and thousands of people trapped due to flooding. Speaking to reporters in Sonari, Charaideo district, the Chief Minister ... Read more Assam Floods: Chief Minister Sarma Reports Severe Conditions, Thousands Trapped
Indian Army Intensifies Flood Relief Operations in Assam, Rescues 990 Individuals
Guwahati, July 23: The Indian Army has ramped up its flood relief efforts in Assam under Operation Jal Rahat. Working alongside state administration and various civilian agencies, the Army is actively conducting rescue, relief, and medical assistance operations in the districts of Sivasagar, Charaideo, and Jorhat. As of July 22, at 4 PM, four relief ... Read more Indian Army Intensifies Flood Relief Operations in Assam, Rescues 990 Individuals
Assam Chief Minister Assures No Shortage of Funds for Flood Relief Efforts
Guwahati, July 23: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated on Wednesday that there will be no shortage of funds for flood relief and rehabilitation efforts. He emphasized that the central government bears almost the entire financial burden of disaster management and additional assistance will be sought if necessary. While addressing reporters in Sonari, Charaideo ... Read more Assam Chief Minister Assures No Shortage of Funds for Flood Relief Efforts
Eastern Assam floods worst in 60 years, says State Minister
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says the damage is far greater than anticipated and more bodies are being recovered from the affected districts; more rains forecast over next four days
Toxic gas kills two illegal miners in abandoned Assam coal field
A rights body claims the duo died after inhaling toxic gas in an illegal mine, while the Tinsukia district police say the cause of death is under investigation
Assam Floods: Gaurav Gogoi Urges Swift Relief and Rehabilitation Efforts
Guwahati, July 22: Gaurav Gogoi, the Assam Pradesh Congress President and Lok Sabha MP from Jorhat, has called on the state government to expedite relief, rescue, and rehabilitation efforts in flood-affected areas. He emphasized that the governments priority should be to deliver timely assistance to every impacted family. During his visit to several flood-hit regions ... Read more Assam Floods: Gaurav Gogoi Urges Swift Relief and Rehabilitation Efforts
Assam Courts Face Over 5.7 Million Pending Cases Amid Staffing Shortages
Guwahati, July 22: Assams Law and Justice Minister Sushant Borgohain informed the state assembly during the ongoing monsoon session that over 5.7 million cases are pending in the states courts, with 40 judicial positions currently unfilled. In response to a question from senior Congress MLA Zakir Hussain Sikdar, Minister Borgohain stated that Assam has an ... Read more Assam Courts Face Over 5.7 Million Pending Cases Amid Staffing Shortages
Environmental CSR in India has grown steadily over the past decade, with Corporate India investing Rs. 17,377 crore across environmental sustainability, conservation of natural resources and agroforestry initiatives. However, a new report by Sattva Consulting, powered by India Data Insights (IDI), finds that while environmental CSR has expanded, funding remains concentrated among a relatively small group of companies and is not always aligned with the geographies and sectors facing the country's greatest environmental challenges. The report, A Decade of Green Spending: What Rs. 17,000 Crores of Environmental CSR Reveals About Corporate India, lands at a moment when India, ranked the 9th most climate-vulnerable nation in the Climate Risk Index 2026, is under growing pressure to align corporate giving with climate resilience goals under Viksit Bharat 2047 and its 2070 Net Zero commitment. Environmental CSR spending fell to a post-pandemic low of 4.4% of total CSR outlay in FY2020-21, as companies redirected funds towards health and relief efforts. It has since recovered, stabilising at 8.4% of total CSR spend in FY2023-24, still well behind enduring priorities such as education and health. The report notes that with an estimated $2.5 trillion needed to meet India's Nationally Determined Contributions by 2030, and $10 trillion required to build a climate-resilient economy by 2047, CSR capital has a distinct role to play in bridging gaps where public systems face capacity or resource constraints. While environmental CSR is growing, corporate philanthropy is not yet fully aligned with India's highest climate risks, especially sectors with the greatest environmental footprint. A Concentrated Funding Base Just one out of five companies that report CSR spending direct any of it towards the environment. Less than a fifth of smallest CSR spenders allocate funds towards climate action. In contrast, nearly all of the companies with CSR budgets over Rs. 50 crore reserve a portion of their outlay for environment-related projects. European-headquartered MNCs operating in India show markedly higher participation (about two-thirds) than Indian companies (54%), a gap the report links to the influence of stringent European regulatory frameworks, including the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Growth Without Scale The growth in environmental CSR is being driven almost entirely by a rising number of small and mid-sized projects rather than larger, systemic investments. The number of environmental CSR projects grew 20% over the past three years, while aggregate spending grew only 6% in the same period, leaving the average project size flat at Rs. 45 lakh. Only 29 projects in FY2024 carried budgets of Rs. 10 crore or more, barely up from 22 such projects in FY2020-21. Divergence In Environmental Footprint And Funding The report finds a marked disconnect between industries' environmental footprint and their environmental CSR behaviour. Sectors with some of the largest environmental footprints, including Energy, Mining, and Oil, Gas, Coal & Petroleum, show relatively low participation in environmental CSR. Even where companies in these sectors do undertake environmental initiatives, they allocate only 5-7% of their CSR budgets towards environmental causes, well below several consumer-facing industries. By contrast, consumer-facing sectors such as FMCG, Food and Beverages, and Automotive, despite a comparatively lighter environmental footprint, allocate over 10% of CSR spend to environmental causes, a pattern the report attributes to brand positioning and consumer-facing ESG commitments rather than direct impact alignment. Climate-Vulnerable Districts Underfunded The report's starkest finding concerns geography. Nearly 45% of environmental CSR funding is directed to pan-India or multi-state programmes, and a further 22% flows to Tier-1 cities, leaving just over a third of funding for more localised, place-based interventions. States including Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Mizoram, and Arunachal Pradesh, all classified as highly climate-vulnerable, receive less than Rs. 25 per capita in environmental CSR. The pattern sharpens at the district level: among India's 50 most climate-vulnerable districts, 30 of them received only 1% (Rs. 106 crore) of total environmental CSR spending over the past three years, with a handful of districts in Assam alone accounting for 60% of what little vulnerable-region funding exists. Traditional Themes Dominate Among high-value environmental CSR projects (Rs. 50 lakh and above) in FY2023-24, Water Management (15%), Renewable Energy (12%), and Biodiversity (11%) together account for 38% of all high-value project funding. Air quality, despite its acute public health relevance, received just Rs. 14 crore, around 5% of the high-value project pool reflecting the longer gestation periods and more complex measurement frameworks associated with system-level environmental interventions. The report identifies Rs. 243 crore directed over the past three years towards emerging themes such as public transport and climate. Among high-value environmental CSR projects (Rs. 50 lakh and above) in FY2023-24, Water Management (15%), Renewable Energy (12%), and Biodiversity (11%) together account for 38% of all high-value project funding. Air quality, despite its acute public health relevance, received just Rs. 14 crore, around 5% of the high-value project pool reflecting the longer gestation periods and more complex measurement frameworks associated with system-level environmental interventions. The report identifies Rs. 243 crore directed over the past three years towards emerging themes such as public transport, climate governance and carbon MRV, and circular economy alongside nearly Rs. 500 crore embedded within Health, Livelihoods, and Education CSR programmes that integrate water, clean energy, and climate-resilience programmes. What This Means For Corporate India "India's climate ambitions will require every form of capital to work more strategically. As climate risks increasingly affect business operations, supply chains and communities, CSR has an opportunity to evolve from project-based philanthropy into catalytic capital, supporting climate-vulnerable regions, strengthening ecosystem resilience, and complementing broader sustainability and ESG efforts," said Srikrishna Sridhar Murthy, Co-founder and CEO, Sattva Consulting . Looking Ahead The report's authors argue that as ESG disclosure norms tighten and climate risk becomes more immediate for business operations, CSR has an opportunity to evolve from a fragmented, theme-led funding mechanism into a more targeted, catalytic lever for climate resilience. It should align more closely with industry's environmental footprint, channel funding towards India's most climate-vulnerable geographies, and complement existing project-led giving with longer-horizon, systemic interventions in areas such as air quality, circular economy, and climate governance. Realising this shift, the report notes, will require coordinated, collective action across corporates, philanthropy, and ecosystem actors, rather than standalone funding approaches. The report is based on an analysis of CSR disclosures filed with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) for FY2014-15 to FY2023-24, covering 17,377 crore in spending across Environmental Sustainability, Conservation of Natural Resources, and Agroforestry. www.sattva.co.in/quick-read/environmental-csr-in-india-lessons-from-%e2%82%b917000-crore-of-investments/ . About Sattva Consulting Sattva Consulting is a global impact consulting firm from India. Since 2009, we have engaged with communities, business, and government to achieve societal impact at scale. We believe that Civil society, Business, and Government all have a critical role to play in building an equitable and sustainable world, and we actively partner with all stakeholders to enable impact through our advisory and orchestration services, knowledge and data platforms—built as public goods for the ecosystem, and collaborative solutions and partnerships. To know more, visit sattva.co.in . About India Data Insights India Data Insights (IDI), an initiative by Sattva Consulting, aims to empower India’s development sector with actionable, ready-to-use data insights to enable sharper decisions and maximise impact. Built as a public good, IDI consolidates public data across SDG practice areas on one, unified platform, offering insightful visualisations, interactives, blogs and ready-to-use-charts and dashboards. To know more, visit indiadatainsights.com .
Guwahati, July 22: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reported on Wednesday that floods from April 29 to July 21 have impacted 727,506 individuals across 25 districts in the state. He assured that the state government is actively working on relief, rehabilitation, and restoring livelihoods for those affected. The Chief Minister shared updates on the ... Read more Assam Floods Affect Over 727,000 People Across 25 Districts, Chief Minister Sarma Visits Relief Camps
The Centre has announced a new recruitment category for Ex-Agniveers in Constable (General Duty) posts in CAPFs and Rifleman posts in the Assam Rifles. The provisions include 50 per cent reservation of vacancies, three years' upper age relaxation, a five-year age relaxation for the first batch and exemptions from the Physical Standards Test, Physical Efficiency Test and written examination. The Ministry of Home Affairs has also created a dedicated Ex-Agniveer wing.
Former Agniveers will receive fifty percent reservation in constable posts. This reservation applies to Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Rifles. Candidates receive a three-year upper age limit relaxation. First batch Agniveers get an additional five-year age concession. Ex-Agniveers are exempt from physical and written recruitment tests.
Assam Premier League A Launchpad For State's Hidden Cricketing Talent, Says Abu Nechim
The Assam Premier League: Former fast bowler Abu Nechim has hailed the Assam Premier League (APL) as a vital launchpad for the states emerging cricketers, adding that the newly launched franchise T20 tournament in the state will provide much-needed visibility to undiscovered local talent. The Assam Premier League is very important, it is a genuinely good platform for our juniors. We had over 270 players in the auction, and I had knowledge of only about 120 of them. That tells you the sheer depth of undiscovered talent across Assam. The league gives every one of those players a stage to be seen, Nechim said in a statement issued by the tournament on Wednesday. Nechim played for India in the 2006 U19 World Cup and apart from playing domestic cricket for Assam, he had stints with Mumbai Indians (20102013) and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (20142016) in the IPL. Drawing parallels from his own journey in top-flight cricket as well as the rise of Rajasthan Royals captain and Indias batting all-rounder Riyan Parag, Nechim, who is a part of Guwahati Royals set-up, highlighted that the tournament bridges the gap between state-level cricket and elite platforms. Nechim played for India in the 2006 U19 World Cup and apart from playing domestic cricket for Assam, he had stints with Mumbai Indians (20102013) and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (20142016) in the IPL. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Organised under the aegis of the Assam Cricket Association (ACA) with the official motto 'Aamar Axom, Aamar Gourab' (Our Assam, Our Pride), the APL features eight franchise teams from across the state. The matches of the inaugural edition of the tournament will be shown live on Star Sports and streamed on JioHotstar. Article Source: IANS
Assam floods: 21 killed in a day, over 5.6 lakh affected
At least 21 people died in a single day as floods worsened across Assam on July 21, taking this years flood death toll to 31. More than 5.6 lakh people have been affected across 16 districts, with Sivasagar emerging as the worst-hit district. Relief operations by the Indian Army and Indian Air Force are underway as authorities continue rescue efforts. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is scheduled to visit the affected areas on July 22.
21 killed in a day as flood situation worsens in Assam; 5.4 lakh people affected in 16 districts
A total of 3,59,535 people were affected in Sivasagar, followed by 87,662 in Jorhat and 72,646 in Charaideo
46 KCP-PWG cadres surrender in Manipur, lays down sophisticated weapons
Around 46 active cadres of the proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party (People's War Group) surrendered to the Manipur Chief Minister Y. Khemchand Singh, at the Mantripukhri Garrison, HQ Assam Rifles (South) in the Imphal East district
Assam Floods: Government Launches ICR Service to Enhance Mobile Connectivity
New Delhi, July 22: The central government has taken significant steps to address connectivity issues in flood-affected areas of Assam. The Department of Telecommunications has introduced the Intra-Circle Roaming (ICR) service as an emergency measure to improve mobile network availability in these regions. Currently, the ICR service is operational in the districts of Charaideo, Sivasagar, ... Read more Assam Floods: Government Launches ICR Service to Enhance Mobile Connectivity
50% quota for ex-Agniveers in CAPF, Assam Rifles posts: MHA
21 dead in a days deluge in Assam; total flood toll 31
The situation worsened on July 21 after a brief let-up, affecting 5.65 lakh people across 16 districts
Assam flood toll rises: 21 killed in a day; over 5.6 lakh affected across 16 districts
Assam woman found dead in rented house
A 24-million-year-old fossil of the Kewra plant was recently discovered in Assam's Tinsukia district. This significant find offers new insights into the region's ancient floral ecosystem and prehistoric life. The discovery highlights how this ancient plant reached the Indian subcontinent millions of years ago. Kewra, scientifically known as Pandanus odorifer, is valued for its fragrant flowers and cultural significance.
From Assam to Nilgiri: How regional teas are becoming premium brands
India's tea market is shifting towards premium products and regional diversity. Gen Z and millennials are driving this growth, seeking authenticity and unique flavors. Regional teas from Assam, Darjeeling, and Nilgiri are gaining new recognition. Changing lifestyles and modern retail are expanding tea consumption and accessibility. Innovation and heritage are key for the industry's future growth.
IIM Guwahati launches first MBA batch with 52 students from 18 states
Assam's Chief Minister inaugurated IIM Guwahati's inaugural MBA batch at its transit campus. This marks a significant milestone for higher education in the North Eastern Region. The institute, mentored by IIM Ahmedabad, will eventually move to its permanent campus. The state government developed a modern transit campus with significant investment for academic commencement. This initiative strengthens Assam's position as an emerging higher education center.
Assam Flood: More Than 3.6 Lakh Affected In 11 Districts
Several rivers flowing above danger level, water-level of some rivers start receding
Parts of Assam were once under sea: Study
A team from Nagaland University probed a prominent middle-Eocene sedimentary rock formation in Karbi Anglong district to arrive at a conclusion
Toll in Assam floods rises to 11; over 3.10 lakh affected as major rivers in spate
One more death was reported in Assam floods, bringing the total to eleven. Over 3.10 lakh people remain affected across eleven districts in the state. Several major rivers are flowing above danger levels, impacting many areas. Rescue operations are underway by multiple agencies, and train services are disrupted. Over 9,000 people have been evacuated to relief camps.
CR launches first automobile freight service from Bhigwan goods shed
The first New Modified Goods (NMG) rake carrying automobiles was flagged off on July 19, transporting vehicles from Bhigwan to B.R. Transcon Limited Goods Cargo Terminal in Kamrup district, Assam, under the Rangiya Division of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR)
10 killed in Sikkim tunnel collapse, rescue operation underway
Gangtok, Jul 21: Ten people were killed after a tunnel under construction collapsed due to a landslide in Sikkim's Namchi district a day ago, police said on Tuesday. The number of victims could go up as search and rescue operations were underway, a Namchi district official said. Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang said the tunnel of NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project at Samardung in Jholungey caved in due to a landslide. A total of 25 people, including project officials and workers, were trapped inside the ADIT-3 tunnel when it suddenly collapsed on Monday, he said. The CM said Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with him and enquired about the rescue operations. Ten bodies have been recovered till 9.30 am on Tuesday. Seven of the deceased have been identified, while three unidentified bodies were sent to the District Hospital Singtam and STNM Hospital, the Namchi police said in a statement. Of the seven identified deceased, four were from West Bengal's Jalpaiguri, one each from Assam, Punjab and Uttarakhand's Dehradun, and one was a resident of Namchi, it said. My heartfelt condolences go to the families of the workers, who have lost their lives. In this hour of grief, the thoughts and prayers of the entire state are with the bereaved families, and we stand firmly by them during this difficult time, Tamang said in a statement. The chief minister said he was closely monitoring the ongoing rescue operation. The teams of the Namchi district administration, Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA), Sikkim Police, State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Fire and Emergency Services, and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) from Pakyong and Siliguri, along with other specialised agencies, were working tirelessly to recover the bodies of the remaining workers trapped inside the tunnel, Tamang said. Following the tragic incident at the under-construction tunnel of the NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project at Samardung, Jholungey, in Namchi District, Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with me to enquire about the situation and the ongoing rescue operations, the chief minister said on X. Tamang also said, His (PM) words of concern and compassion for the affected workers and their families, along with his assurance of every possible assistance from the Government of India, have provided immense strength and reassurance to the people of Sikkim during this difficult hour. The chief minister said he has directed the authorities to provide every possible assistance, expedite the rescue efforts, and ensure that the highest standards of safety are strictly maintained throughout the operation. On Monday, the district officials had said around 27 workers were trapped inside the tunnel under construction after a landslide blocked its entrance and triggered a suspected gas leak in the afternoon. The rescue operation had been complicated by the presence of gas inside the tunnel, with several personnel experiencing dizziness and losing consciousness while attempting to reach the trapped workers, they said. The gas is believed to be naturally emanating from underground strata or rock formations disturbed by the landslide, they said.
Assam flood: Situation eases, death toll rises to 11
An official update says 3.11 lakh people remain affected across 11 districts, down from 16 on July 20
UAE expresses solidarity with India, conveys condolences over flood, landslide victims
The United Arab Emirates expressed solidarity with India over recent flood and landslide victims. Heavy monsoon rains have caused significant damage and dozens of deaths across several Indian states. Jammu and Kashmir reported at least twenty-three deaths and seven people remain missing. Assam has seen nearly three lakh sixty-three thousand people affected by ongoing flood situations. The Indian Embassy in the UAE deeply valued this expression of friendship and support.
Indian Army Rescues Over 200 From Assam Floods Under 'Operation Jal Rahat'
Equipped with rescue boats, medical teams, engineering resources and relief stores, Indian Army has evacuated stranded civilians from inundated areas.
Weather today, July 21: The India Meteorological Department forecasts a monsoon surge bringing heavy rains. Widespread rainfall is expected across north, east, and northeast India this week. Delhi, Mumbai, and several other states will witness moderate to heavy showers. Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand face extremely heavy rainfall, risking landslides. Residents should monitor advisories as monsoon activity intensifies.
Six killed in floods, landslips in Northeast
Railway authorities cancelled, diverted, or short-terminated several passenger train services in Assam. At least 25 people have been killed across four States since the last week of June
Assam unveils mission to convert Muga silk waste into high-value yarn
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says that about 40% of the cocoons yielding the golden silk currently go unused due to the absence of proper processing facilities
4 Of Family Swept Away In Assam Flash Floods, Villagers Allege Delay
According to local residents, heavy rainfall triggered a sudden rise in the water level, inundating several parts of the village. As floodwaters entered the house of Rohini Dubara, the family attempted to move to a safer location.
Assam floods submerge Nazira tea estates, over 57,000 people affected
Unprecedented floods have severely impacted tea estates in Nazira Sub-Division, Sivasagar District. Incessant rainfall in Nagaland caused rivers to breach danger levels, submerging estates and infrastructure. Thousands of tea workers and their families sought refuge in elevated structures within the estates. The Indian Army launched Operation Jal Rahat to aid state rescue efforts in Upper Assam. The Assam government is coordinating relief and rehabilitation to restore normalcy.
Assam CM Reaches Out to Dhurandhar Director for Mega Project
The State govt. plans to tell Ahom General Lachit Borphukans story to the world
Heavy Rain Alert for Assam: Residents Advised to Stay Cautious
Guwahati, July 20: Assam is expected to experience significant rainfall over the next five days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted moderate rain across most parts of the state, with warnings of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and lightning in certain areas. Authorities have advised residents, especially those living in low-lying regions, to remain vigilant due ... Read more Heavy Rain Alert for Assam: Residents Advised to Stay Cautious
Assam Floods: Government Intensifies Rescue Efforts Amid Rising Waters
Guwahati, July 20: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated on Monday that the state government is closely monitoring the flood situation and is committed to ensuring that relief and rescue operations reach affected individuals without delay. The Chief Minister reported that rescue operations are in full swing in the flood-affected districts. A team of ... Read more Assam Floods: Government Intensifies Rescue Efforts Amid Rising Waters
Assam Flood Situation Worsen, Toll Rises To 5, Over 57,000 Affected
Army, IAF kept on standby, Indian Railways suspends operations in Simaluguri
Over 1.7 Lakh People Affected In Assam Floods, Army Launches 'Operation Jal Rahat'
Floods in Assam have affected over 1.7 lakh people across 12 districts, 30 revenue circles and 580 villages.
Uttarakhand, Gujarat and Assam have officially enacted the Uniform Civil Code whereas States like Maharashtra, West Bengal and Rajasthan formed expert committees to design their respective regulations.
Visiting Guwahati? This leaf-to-cup tea experience is worth the detour
Just 40 minutes from central Guwahati, Amchong Tea Estate offers visitors estate tours, tea tastings, off-road adventures and a glimpse into Assams rich tea heritage
Five Arrested in Helakandi Theft Case, 21 Grams of Gold Recovered
Mumbai, July 20: The police in Helakandi, Assam, have arrested five suspects in connection with a burglary at the home of Swapna Das, the owner of the Bauraghat petrol pump, located in the Natunpara area. Authorities recovered 21 grams of gold and silver jewelry from the suspects. In a coordinated operation on Sunday, police conducted ... Read more Five Arrested in Helakandi Theft Case, 21 Grams of Gold Recovered
One dead, over 57,000 affected as Assam flood situation deteriorates
Assam's flood situation has worsened, with one death and over 57,000 people affected. The state government requested Army and Air Force standby for rescue operations. Chief Minister Sarma directed cabinet colleagues to oversee relief efforts in Upper Assam. Over 57,100 people are impacted across seven districts, with Charaideo being the worst hit. The administration is operating relief camps and distributing essential supplies to affected families.
Weather today, July 20: Heavy rainfall is expected across many Indian regions today. The monsoon continues to bring showers and thunderstorms to various states. Several states are on alert for potential flooding and landslides due to heavy rains. Light to moderate showers are predicted for Delhi-NCR and other northern areas. Residents should exercise caution due to waterlogging and potential travel delays.
Over 57,000 Affected by Floods in Assam, One Fatality Reported
Guwahati, July 20: The flood situation in Assam has worsened, affecting over 57,000 people across eight districts. Tragically, one individual has lost their life in Sivasagar, bringing the total flood-related fatalities in the state this year to five. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the districts impacted include Dhemaji, Dibrugarh, Charaideo, Tinsukia, ... Read more Over 57,000 Affected by Floods in Assam, One Fatality Reported
Assam Governments Major Welfare Schemes to Resume in August: Chief Minister Sarma
Guwahati, July 20: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Sunday that the BJP-led state government will restart its major welfare schemes in August. In a post on the social media platform X, Sarma stated that some well-known programs are returning to the doorsteps of the people. Starting this August, the Arunodoi scheme, subsidized ... Read more Assam Governments Major Welfare Schemes to Resume in August: Chief Minister Sarma
Well-oiled labour supply chain facilitating illegal infiltration of Bangladeshis
Illegal immigrants from Bangladesh enter India through a planned labor supply chain. Touts facilitate their infiltration and transport to various job sites across India. Indian employers utilize these networks for cheap, unskilled labor in sectors like textiles and construction. Forged documents are arranged, enabling immigrants to work and even register as voters. Assam seeks legal accountability for Indian employers involved in this exploitation.
Assam Governor highlights Sanskrits role in connecting heritage and modernity
Inaugurating a lecture series at the NSU, Lakshman Prasad Acharya urges students to study the scientific aspects hidden in Sanskrit, decipher them, and pass on the benefits to the future generations
Tragic Landslide in Mon, Nagaland Claims Eight Lives
Mon, July 19: A devastating landslide in Mon, Nagaland, has resulted in the loss of eight lives, confirmed by Deputy Commissioner Venyei Konyak (NCS). The landslide occurred beneath the Assam Rifles camp, affecting a civilian settlement after continuous rainfall. Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio expressed his condolences over the tragic incident. In a post on social ... Read more Tragic Landslide in Mon, Nagaland Claims Eight Lives
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inspected a proposed cultural centre and Naamghar. He also reviewed the nearing completion of the new Assam House in Dwarka. Both facilities aim to serve Assamese people visiting the national capital. The Chief Minister announced inaugurations for these projects and others soon. These initiatives reflect Assam's commitment to its diaspora and cultural heritage.
Ancient sculptures, inscriptions found in Karbi Anglong shed new light on Assam's heritage
Excavations in the picturesque Karbi Anglong district of Assam have revealed remarkable ancient stone sculptures and inscriptions, nestled by two ancient ponds in Sarthe Rongphar village. Dating potentially to the 10th-12th centuries, these finds resonate with local tales of the Mahabharata. The local administration is committed to safeguarding these extraordinary discoveries for posterity, underscoring the region's rich artistic and religious heritage.
Assam Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah met stakeholders for Kaziranga's upcoming tourism season. He requested written suggestions for conservation and visitor facility improvements. The department will work with stakeholders to identify priority interventions for development. Balancing development and ecological integrity remains a key government commitment.
Assam Students Excel in NEET 2026 with Armys Support
Guwahati, July 19: In a remarkable achievement, 30 students from Assams Tinsukia district have successfully qualified for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) 2026, thanks to the support of the Indian Army. This initiative is part of the National Integrity and Educational Development Organization (NIEDO), which operates with the assistance of the Army. Out of 45 ... Read more Assam Students Excel in NEET 2026 with Armys Support
Tripura Government Appoints Guardian Ministers for District Development Oversight
Agartala, July 18: Following Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, the BJP government in Tripura has appointed Guardian Ministers for all eight districts. Their role is to oversee development projects and ensure better coordination in implementing government programs. According to a notification from the Chief Ministers Secretariat, 11 ministers have been assigned the responsibility of monitoring and ... Read more Tripura Government Appoints Guardian Ministers for District Development Oversight
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya unveils official mascot of BWF World Championships 'Peacko'
Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports Mansukh Mandaviya and Badminton Association of India (BAI) President and Chief Minister of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday unveiled the official mascot, Peacko, and launched the official championship anthem for the BWF World Championships, New Delhi 2026, marking the final 30-day countdown to badminton's biggest tournament.
Two suspects apprehended after Assam Rifles gunfight with insurgents in Arunachal
Two suspects were apprehended after an exchange of fire between Assam Rifles personnel and an unidentified insurgent group in Arunachal Pradesh's Namsai district on Friday night. A woman suffered a bullet injury to her knee and was referred to Tinsukia Medical College and Hospital, while the suspects were handed over to police for investigation.
Aditya Dhar's next movie may be on Ahom general Lachit Borphukan: Who was the legendary warrior?
Filmmaker Aditya Dhar may direct a biopic on Lachit Borphukan. This legendary Ahom commander is celebrated for his military prowess. He led the Ahom army to a significant victory at Saraighat. This historic battle halted Mughal expansion into Assam. The film aims to introduce his legacy to a wider audience.
Guwahati : Two Youths Detained For Painting Sonam Wangchuk Portrait On Public Wall
Assam students bodies back Sonam Wangchuk.
Free Assam activists held over Kaziranga hotel protest, urges UN
Hyderabad:A group of UN human rights experts on Friday, July 17, called for the release of five Indigenous rights defenders detained in Assam, saying their arrest in connection with protests against a luxury hotel project near Kaziranga National Park could have a chilling effect on civic space in India. The experts named the five as 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 .
Assam researchers find invasive plants are key nectar sources for butterflies
The findings were an outcome of an exercise to document 220 species of butterflies, their larval host plants and nectar plants in Bodoland Territorial Regions Raimona National Park
Jatinga village in Assam experiences a puzzling bird fall annually. Between September and October, birds descend from the sky in a specific area. Many species, mostly young birds, appear disoriented and collide with obstacles. Researchers suggest environmental factors and artificial lights cause this confusion. This natural event continues to intrigue scientists and locals alike.
SC Seeks Assam's Reply in Foreigner Cases
On June 5, the top court had ordered status quo on the deportation of the petitioners while agreeing to hear their pleas challenging separate orders of the Gauhati High Court
Assam CM speaks to Dhurandhar director for film on Ahom general
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said that he held discussions with Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar for a movie on legendary Ahom general Lachit Borphukan. Sarma asserted that a grand-scale Hindi film on Borphukan will further encapsulate him and his heroics at the national and international level. The movie Dhurandhar was a big hit. []
Assam Government Dismisses Official Over Misconduct Allegations
Guwahati, July 18: The Assam government has dismissed Arup Kumar Chakraborty, a 1999 batch Assam Civil Service (ACS) officer, following allegations of misconduct and violations of service rules. Officials announced this decision on Friday. According to state administration officials, the Personnel Department issued the dismissal order after Chakraborty was found guilty in a departmental inquiry. ... Read more Assam Government Dismisses Official Over Misconduct Allegations
Assam Chief Minister Thanks PM Modi for Revamped Majbat Railway Station
Guwahati, July 18: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday for inaugurating the newly renovated Majbat Railway Station. He highlighted that this historic station, over 117 years old, has been equipped with modern passenger amenities under the Central Governments Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS). In a post ... Read more Assam Chief Minister Thanks PM Modi for Revamped Majbat Railway Station
Nagaland Police offers Rs 50,000 reward for clues on deadly IED blast
Nagaland Police has announced a Rs 50,000 reward for credible information leading to the identification or arrest of those behind the July 13 IED blast in Chmoukedima that killed an Assam Rifles jawan and injured four others. Police assured confidentiality for informants and sought public help to recover evidence and trace the accused.
Nagaland police offer 50K reward for leads in July 13 IED blast
An Assam Rifles havildar was killed, and four others were critically injured following a blast suspected to have been caused by an improvised explosive device (IED) at Khopanullah under Chmoukedima A village
Assam CM Himanta Sarma Tightens Grip On Polygamy
No government welfare schemes for people indulging in polygamy, Assam government has made it clear. Announcing the big decision after the state budget for 2026-27 was placed in the state assembly, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said, Any person involved in polygamy will not get any beneficiary schemes from the government. If any government employee is Continue reading Assam CM Himanta Sarma Tightens Grip On Polygamy The post Assam CM Himanta Sarma Tightens Grip On Polygamy appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .
We want more!: Singaporean envoy to India Simon Wong welcomes 1st shipment of J&K cherries, plums
New Delhi, July 17: Singapore High Commissioner to India Simon Wong on Friday welcomed the arrival of the first shipment of cherries and plums from Jammu and Kashmir to Singapore, hailing the expansion of agricultural trade between the two countries and expressing hope for such exports. In a post on X, Wong said, Following Litchis and mangoes, Singapore is finally getting its first taste of cherries and plums from #Jammu #Kashmir. Thank you @APEDADOC and Hon'ble @CM_JnK. We want MORE! The High Commissioner thanked the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) and Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for facilitating the export of the fruits. Earlier on July 13, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said that India's agricultural and processed food exports are expanding their global footprint, with products from different states entering new international markets and helping farmers secure better returns. In a social media post, Goyal highlighted a series of export achievements spanning fresh fruits, millet-based foods and processed food products, saying India's produce is increasingly finding acceptance across global markets. India's exports are on a roll. From local farms to international shelves, India's finest flavours are winning hearts worldwide, the minister said. According to Goyal, fresh Amrapali mangoes from Jharkhand made their international debut in the United Kingdom and Dubai. The mangoes were grown by an all-women farmer-producer company, helping women farmers earn 180 per cent higher returns. He shared that the botanical-infused millet functional foods from Karnataka were exported to New Zealand, adding that India's traditional millet-based products are now gaining popularity in international markets. He also highlighted that the premium Areco cherries and Centros plums from Jammu and Kashmir reached Abu Dhabi and Dubai in the UAE, enabling farmers to earn up to 120 per cent higher returns. In another first, Himalayan litchis from Uttarakhand were exported to Italy, opening a new market for the state's fruit growers. He shared that the fresh litchis from Punjab also entered the Oman market under the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), while GI-tagged Tezpur litchi from Assam reached Dubai, fetching premium prices for growers. Minister also pointed out that the GI-tagged Rewa Sundarja mango from Madhya Pradesh was exported to the UAE, with farmers receiving around 40 to 50 per cent higher prices than those available in local markets. According to the minister, premium Banganapalli mangoes from Andhra Pradesh were transported to Singapore by sea for the first time, demonstrating the growing acceptance of Indian fruits in overseas markets. From the farms of Assam to the orchards of Kashmir, from Varanasi's food industry to Karnataka's millet innovators, the world is embracing the taste of India, the minister noted. (ANI)
Rights body flags illegal coal trade near Assam-Arunachal border
The Tinsukia unit of International Human Rights Council says coal is illegally extracted and collected from abandoned Coal India mines and transported through an alleged entry system
Assam's Monkey Menace, Human-Elephant Conflict Trigger SOP To Handle Them
2025 recorded the highest annual human death count, with 138 lives lost, while electrocution and train accidents remained among the leading causes of elephant deaths.
