Assam CM proposes Japanese industrial township in Jagiroad during Tokyo roadshow
Invites Korean investors for Advantage Assam business conclave
Indigenous community of Manipur need to be 'very careful' about illegal immigration: Biren Singh
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh stressed the need for caution regarding illegal immigration, drawing parallels to Assam, Tripura, and the Rohingya issue. He emphasized the necessity of equal development and mutual respect between communities to ensure a strong and united Manipur. Singh highlighted the challenges posed by the lack of border security and recent conflicts.
Centre raises raw jute MSP by 6 per cent to Rs 5,650 per quintal
NEW DELHI: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a minimum support price of Rs 5,650 per quintal for raw jute for marketing season 2025-26, an increase of 6 per cent or Rs 315 over the previous MSP. The decision was taken at the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, informed Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. The new Minimum Support Prices (MSP) ensure return of 66.8 per cent over all-India weighted average cost of production and will benefit growers, the minister said. The government has increased MSP of raw jute from Rs 2,400 per quintal in 2014-15 to Rs 5,650 per quintal for 2025-26 marketing season, an increase of 2.35 times. The approved MSP of raw jute for Marketing season 2025-26 is in line with the principle of fixing MSP at a level of at least 1.5 times all India weighted average cost of production as announced by the Government in the Budget 2018-19, an official release said. It is to be noted here that livelihood of 40 lakh farm families directly or indirectly depends on jute industry. About 4 lakh workers get direct employment in jute mills and trade in jute. Last year jute was procured from 1.7 lakh farmers. Eighty-two per cent of jute farmers belong to West Bengal while Assam and Bihar have 9 per cent each of jute production share. The release said Jute Corporation of India (JCI) will continue as Central Government Nodal Agency to undertake Price Support Operations and the losses incurred, if any, in such operations, will be fully reimbursed by the central government.
Assam Police SI 2025 answer key released: Direct link to download here
The SLPRB has released the answer key for the Combined Written Test (CWT) held on January 5, 2025, for various Assam Police positions. Candidates can download the answer key and raise objections until January 31, 2025, by paying Rs 500 per question with valid justification. OMR sheets are also available for Rs 50.
The Amazing Riflewomen Making History
22 Assam Rifles women personnel are in the Republic Day marching band contingent. Dressed in crisp uniforms, playing bagpipes, drums and side drums, the year-old band has already built an admirable reputation.
Tripura: Assam Rifles seizes Yaba worth Rs 12 Cr, two held
Agartala: A team of Assam Rifles seized contraband drugs worth Rs 12 crore in Agartala, Tripura. The AR team intercepted the move of narcotics inthe Salbagan area of Agartala city under the West Tripura district. During the operation, the AR seized Yaba worth Rs 12 Crore. Assam Rifles said that the operation resulted in the [] The post Tripura: Assam Rifles seizes Yaba worth Rs 12 Cr, two held appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Meghalaya: Five Bangladeshi nationals held during smuggling attempt
Guwahati: The Border Security Force (BSF) Meghalaya Frontier apprehended five Bangladeshi nationals and seized a substantial haul of contraband items along the international border. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, the BSF troops launched an operation in South Garo Hills, resulting in the arrest of five Bangladeshi nationals. They were aged between 17 and 27, who [] The post Meghalaya: Five Bangladeshi nationals held during smuggling attempt appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: PLA and KCP cadres arrested in counter-insurgency operations
Imphal: In the counter-insurgency operations ahead of the Republic Day celebrations in Manipur, a joint team of the central and state police arrested a suspected cadre of the proscribed Peoples Liberation Army and Kangleipak Community Party (MFL group). Some incriminating documents, a two-wheeler, Rs 2500 in cash, and mobile handsets were recovered from them during [] The post Manipur: PLA and KCP cadres arrested in counter-insurgency operations appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Saif Ali Khan Attacked News LIVE: Attacker 'Randomly Chose' Actor's Home
Saif Ali Khan News LIVE: Police are looking for agent who helped attacker Mohammad Shariful Islam Shehzad stay in India after he entered from Meghalaya, reached Assam, took a bus to Kolkata and finally landed in Mumbai.
Assam: 97 smartphones go missing from Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare Directorate
Guwahati: An alleged scandal has been reported at the Directorate of Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare in Assam, where an audit revealed the disappearance of 97 smartphones from the office building in Guwahati. The smartphones, purchased under the Promotion of Digital Literacy and Usage scheme in 2020-21, were meant for distribution among line sardars in [] The post Assam: 97 smartphones go missing from Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare Directorate appeared first on NorthEast Now .
KSU opposes Meghalaya Investment Act, calls it draconian
Guwahati: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) distributed pamphlets across Shillong urging citizens to oppose the implementation of the Meghalaya State Investment Promotion & Facilitation Act, 2024 (MSIPF). The KSU claimed that the Act is a draconian and tyrannical law that concentrates power in the hands of a few politicians, disregarding the views and mandate of [] The post KSU opposes Meghalaya Investment Act, calls it draconian appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Horoscope Today, 22 January 2025: Check your astrological predictions here
Horoscope Today | 22 January 2025: If you are interested in astrology, let us take you through what your day could look like. Here is the horoscope for 22 January 2025. Read what the stars have in store for you today (22 January 2025). ARIES (March 21 April 20) Intellectual or artistic work could [] The post Horoscope Today, 22 January 2025: Check your astrological predictions here appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Minister Ashok Singhal hosts Investors Roadshow in Bengaluru
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, Jan 21: Minister of health & family welfare and irrigation Ashok Singhal successfully hosted an Investors Roadshow in Bengaluru on Tuesday. Organised as a precursor to the highly anticipated Advantage Assam 2.0: Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025, scheduled for February 25 and 26 in Guwahati, the event served as a platform to []
Dibrugarh district admin gears up for Republic Day celebrations
HT Correspondent DIBRUGARH, Jan 21: The Dibrugarh district admin has beefed up security in view of the ensuing Republic Day celebrations. Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma would hoist the national flag at Khanikar playground in Dibrugarh on Republic Day. The Dibrugarh district administration has also been renovating important places for the mega event. We []
Over 3,000 arrested in last 15 months as Mizoram cops on crime control mode
Bangla Sahitya Sabha convention for deeper cultural affinity
Ancient statue found near Unakoti archaeological site in Tripura
Call for adding Mizo language in Constitution
3 NE states celebrate statehood day
Conrad inaugurates new secretariat
Arunachal Raj Bhavan hosts Statehood Day of 3 states
Singhal woos investors at Bengaluru roadshow
Tinsukia seals 12 illegal rat-hole mines
Lighthouse Schools Project eyes to better teaching, learning experience in Nagaland
Mizoram to start disaster recovery, reconstruction works
Dibrugarh DC orders removal of parked vehicles along major roads
Rio calls for strengthening of bonds, respect during festivals
Tripura: Ancient Lord Brahma sculpture unearthed in Unakoti
Agartala:Villagers in Unakoti, Tripura unearthed an ancient sculpture of Lord Brahma during development work. The remarkable discovery was made in the Bhuiyapara area of Kailashahar Sub-division under Tripuras Unakoti District. Kailashahar Sub-divisional Magistrate Pradip Sarkar said, The idol was uncovered on Tuesday while workers were carrying out ground development activities. News of the discovery spread [] The post Tripura: Ancient Lord Brahma sculpture unearthed in Unakoti appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur honours Assam cops for training recruits
HC seeks Centre, NHAI reply on realignment of NH-715
Elephant rescued from muddy Numaligarh pit
Pobitora records 56 bird species in annual census
5 held in Panjabari for ATM fraud, 17 cards & Rs 1100 cash seized
Guwahati Press Club Raises Concern On Arrest Of Journalist Over News Report
The Guwahati Press Club has raised concerns over the arrest of a journalist in Assam over his report on the alleged hit-and-run case in the Biswanath district of the state.
Assam: Three arrested with animal skin in Tinsukia
Dibrugarh: In a joint operation conducted by the Doomdooma Forest Division and the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau in Tinsukia, Assam three individuals were arrested with animal skins. The seized items included the skins of a pangolin, a leopard and the antlers of a sambar deer. It was reported that pangolin scales were also recovered. The [] The post Assam: Three arrested with animal skin in Tinsukia appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Tripura has second highest GSDP in North East: CM
Agartala: Chief Minister Manik Saha stated that Tripura stood second in the North East region with the highest GSDP and in the coming days, the countrys GDP will see an increase contributed by the North East. Saha said this while addressing the observance of the Tripura Statehood Day 2025 programme at Rabindra Shatabarshiki Bhawan today. [] The post Tripura has second highest GSDP in North East: CM appeared first on NorthEast Now .
When Manmohan Singhs election was challenged in the Madras High Court
Soon after he joined Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Raos Cabinet as the Finance Minister, he was elected to the Rajya Sabha from Assam. In 1993, a petition was filed in the court for his disqualification from Parliament. But the court did not find merit in the petitioners case that Singh could not claim to be an ordinary resident of Assam
Assam: Six Mile Flyover in Guwahati may collapse soon, engineer warns
Guwahati: A renowned engineer, JN Khataniar has reported raised concerns about the structural integrity of the Six Mile Flyover in Guwahati, Assam. He claims that the flyover is exhibiting signs of distress, including cracks in the reinforced concrete, indicating a potential risk of collapse. Khataniar attributed the deteriorating condition to substandard construction materials and inadequate [] The post Assam: Six Mile Flyover in Guwahati may collapse soon, engineer warns appeared first on NorthEast Now .
TABLE TENNIS | Petroleum and Railways set up title clashes
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP | PSPB men survive a scare against Delhi; Railways men and women derail Assam and Maharashtra
Gauhati HC seeks Centre & NHAI to clarify stance on NH 715 alignment
Guwahati: The Gauhati High Court on Monday directed the central government and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to clarify their stance on the alignment of National Highway No. 715, which stretches from Kaliabor Tiniali to Numaligarh. This section of NH 715 (formerly NH 37) is undergoing expansion into a four-lane highway. A division [] The post Gauhati HC seeks Centre & NHAI to clarify stance on NH 715 alignment appeared first on NorthEast Now .
PM Modi wishes Manipur on Statehood Day, silent on crisis
Manipur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his warm greetings to the people of Manipur on the occasion of the states Statehood Day on Tuesday. In a post on his official X handle, the Prime Minister said, Greetings to the people of Manipur on their Statehood Day. We are immensely proud of the contributions made by [] The post PM Modi wishes Manipur on Statehood Day, silent on crisis appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: Two leopard cubs rescued in Dibrugarh
Dibrugarh: Two leopard cubs, estimated to be around three to four weeks old, were discovered abandoned in New Bochapathar village of Dibrugarh, Assam on Monday morning. The cubs were found lying in a shallow canal amidst tea bushes by estate workers. Forest officials, who were immediately notified, arrived on the scene and established a safe [] The post Assam: Two leopard cubs rescued in Dibrugarh appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam activists question transport of 21 captive elephants to Reliance-run Vantara in Gujarat Deccan Herald
'Needs to end now, can't hear it endlessly': HC to police in Delhi riots accused bail hearing
NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Tuesday said it cannot endlessly hear the submissions in the bail hearing of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam and others in a February 2020 riots' case under UAPA. A bench of Justices Navin Chawla and Shalinder Kaur observed the accused persons claimed there was othing against them, and therefore, asked the police to show the specific roles attributed to each of them in the alleged conspiracy behind the violence. This has to end. This can't go on like this... This needs to end now. We can't give you endless time, the bench told the police counsel. Special public prosecutor Amit Prasad sought time to file a note to specify the role of each accused. He said the present batch of matters did not comprise simple bail pleas but appeals against trial court orders refusing the relief and therefore required a substantial hearing. Prasad said two courts had already held that conspiracy was made out in the case. Additional solicitor general Chetan Sharma, appearing for the police, urged the court to grant him some time to make submissions. You have to finish now. This can't go on endlessly, Justice Chawla said. Khalid, Imam and others were booked under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and provisions of the IPC, accusing them of being the masterminds of the violence. The violence left more than 50 people, mostly Muslims, dead and several injured. The Guardian had called the Delhi riots as the worst religious conflict to engulf the capital in decades, but hastened to note that questions have persisted about the role that the Delhi police played in enabling the violence, which was predominately Hindu mobs attacking Muslims... The catalyst for the riots, according to The Guardian , is widely acknowledged to have been a comment by Kapil Mishra, a BJP leader, who on February 23 issued a public ultimatum declaring that if the police did not clear the streets of a protest against the new citizenship law seen as anti-Muslim, his supporters would be forced to hit the streets. While challenging the trial court orders refusing bail, Khalid and others cited their long incarceration and parity with other co-accused who were granted bail. On Tuesday, SPP Prasad reiterated the stand that Imam and others gave inflammatory speeches calling for a chakka jam and protests were not organic. Shaheen Bagh (protest site) was the brainchild of Sharjeel Imam, with resistance from locals, he said. He read Imam's speech advocating cutting the chicken neck to block assess to Assam and challenging the sovereignty of the country to implement a law. It was further argued that the protestors were ot on road on their own and the violence of February 2020 was exactly that they had planned. Prasad claimed the accused tried to defer the accountability by claiming BJP's Kapil Mishra came with a pro-CAA group and gave a speech, following which the violence took place. He had argued speeches by Khalid, Imam and others created a sense of fear after a common reference to CAA-NRC, Babri mosque, triple talaq and Kashmir. It was argued that statements of several protected witnesses established the accused persons were not innocent bystanders who merely organised protest sites, but planned to cause violence through WhatsApp groups, resulting in registration of 751 FIRs related to the riots. The police alleged meeting of minds of the accused persons, the transportation and use of women for stone pelting and the strategic management of protest sites by Jamia students. Most bail pleas, including the ones by Imam, Gulfisha Fatima and Khalid Saifi, were filed in 2022, and heard by different benches from time to time. Umar Khalid moved the high court in 2024 seeking bail for the second time, after his plea was dismissed by the high court in October, 2022. The matter would be heard next on February 12. (With inputs from Online Desk)
IIT Guwahati hosts global tech leaders at PIWOT 2025, focus on rural empowerment
IIT Guwahati hosted the PanIIT World of Technology Meet 2025, focusing on innovative solutions for rural development. Key attendees included Ravi Kota and Suresh V. Shenoy. Highlights included the introduction of the Assam Advanced Healthcare Innovation Institute and a tech exhibition showcasing cutting-edge innovations by students and researchers.
Six proscribed outfits boycott R-Day 2025, calls 18-hour total shutdown in Manipur
Imphal: The Coordination Committee (CorCom), an apex body of six banned outlawed groups in Manipur, on Tuesday, called an 18-hour total shutdown on January 26, from 12:00 AM to 6:00 PM boycotting the Republic Day celebrations 2025. The CorCom, in a statement, urged the public to refrain from participating in the celebrations, stay indoors, and [] The post Six proscribed outfits boycott R-Day 2025, calls 18-hour total shutdown in Manipur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
China expresses firm support for WHO after Trump decided to quit UN health body
Beijing, Jan 21 (PTI) China on Tuesday expressed its firm support for the World Health Organisation (WHO) after US President Donald Trump announced the US withdrawal from the UN health body, accusing it of mishandling the Covid-19 crisis and failing to carry out reforms. Soon after his swearing-in on Monday, Trump signed an executive order beginning the process of withdrawing America from the WHO, the second time in less than five years that the US has ordered to withdraw from the world body. Reacting to Trumps move, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Tuesday that China will continue to
Assam boosts momentum for Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit with Bengaluru roadshow
The Assam Industrial Development Corporation Ltd, collaborating with FICCI, hosted a roadshow in Bengaluru, highlighting the upcoming Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit in 2025. Minister Ashok Singhal emphasized Assam's strategic location, economic growth, infrastructure projects, and commitment to sustainable development and business-friendly policies.
Nagaland: NSCN-KH demands accountability in MSE-CDP scheme implementation
Dimapur: The NSCN (K-H) in Nagaland has demanded accountability from Aolemba Longkumer, the individual responsible for implementing the Micro and Small Enterprises-Common Development Programme (MSE-CDP) under the Ministry of MSME. In a press release, the group questioned Aolemba about the progress and financial aspects of the scheme, including the time taken to complete the project [] The post Nagaland: NSCN-KH demands accountability in MSE-CDP scheme implementation appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's visit to South Korea aims to enhance collaboration between Assam and South Korean startups, focusing on semiconductor and clean energy sectors. Sarma discussed establishing Assam as a semiconductor hub, inviting Korean firms to join. He explored renewable energy partnerships to achieve Assam's target of generating 3000 MW clean energy by 2030.
Pegu urges student participation in AI webinar by NRI experts
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Jan 21: Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu has lauded the initiative by Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) from Assam and experts from India to organize an Artificial Intelligence (AI) webinar aimed at school students in the state, a press release said on Tuesday. The webinar, scheduled for Saturday, January 25th, 2025, at 8:30 AM []
Assam Police honoured by Manipur Govt on 54th Statehood Day
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Jan 21: In a significant recognition of the support provided by Assam Police to the security forces of neighboring states, the Manipur Government honoured Assam Police on its 54th Statehood Day celebration, CRPF Director General GP Singh informed on Tuesday. The ceremony, held in Imphal, acknowledged the substantial contribution made by Assam []
Court sentences Mazbat gangrape offenders to life imprisonment
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Jan 21: In a landmark judgment, the Udalguri District and Sessions Court has sentenced all offenders involved in the Mazbat gangrape case to rigorous life imprisonment, the Assam Police officials announced on Tuesday. This hard-fought victory was made possible by the exceptional efforts of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Phulkan Narzary, who []
Take decisive action against illegal coal mining: Assam regional party to PM
Forming a new inquiry commission while ignoring previous findings only serves to delay justice, the Assam Jatiya Parishad said
Assam CS conducts review meeting to accelerate welfare initiatives
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Jan 21: In line with the directives of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, a monthly review meeting was chaired by the Chief Secretary of Assam Ravi Kota, to assess the progress of key welfare initiatives across the state, Chief Ministers Office (CMO) announced on Tuesday. The meeting, attended by Deputy Commissioners []
Assam to distribute over 2.24 crore free textbooks for 2025-26
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Jan 21: The Assam School Education Department is all set to distribute more than 2.24 crore free textbooks to students for the upcoming 2025-26 academic session, Education Minister Ranoj Pegu announced on Tuesday. The large-scale initiative, aimed at ensuring access to education for all, will commence in the second week of February []
Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla Reviews NIK-SHAY and TB Control Program The Sentinel Assam
Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla Reviews NIK-SHAY and TB Control ProgramThe Sentinel Assam
Quad foreign ministers meet in Washington in signal of Trumps China focus
WASHINGTON, Jan 21 (Reuters) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will hit the ground running on Tuesday, hosting a meeting in Washington of his counterparts from Australia, India and Japan one day after President Donald Trump started his second term in office. The meeting of the so-called Quad, four countries sharing concerns about Chinas growing power, will happen at the State Department and is designed to signal that countering Beijing is a top priority for the new president. It could also set the stage for the leaders of the Quad countries to hold a summit relatively early in the
Take action against false info: Mizoram SEC to SPs
Northeast India sees 16% growth in direct selling, crosses Rs 1854 crore in sales
Northeast India experienced nearly 16% growth in direct selling, reaching Rs 1854 crore in 2022-23, driven by significant contributions from Assam and other states. The region's direct selling industry supports over 4.2 lakh sellers, contributing approximately Rs 300 crore annually to state exchequers.
Assam: Injured golden langur rescued in Kokrajhar
Guwahati: A Golden Langur with a serious shoulder injury was rescued from Khutamari village of Kokrajhar, Assam by a team of forest officials on Tuesday. The rescue operation, conducted jointly by the Forest Department and Chakrasilla Wildlife Sanctuary, involved the safe transportation of the injured adult male Langur to Tetaguri Veterinary Hospital for immediate treatment. [] The post Assam: Injured golden langur rescued in Kokrajhar appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Tripuras GSDP second highest in NE: Saha
Provocative song case: Supreme Court stays case against Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi
New Delhi, Jan 21 (PTI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday stayed proceedings against Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi, booked in Jamnagar, Gujarat, for allegedly posting an edited video of a provocative song. A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan issued notice to the Gujarat government and complainant Kishanbhai Deepakbhai Nanda on an appeal filed by Pratapgarhi. The Congress leader has challenged January 17 order of the Gujarat High Court which dismissed his petition for quashing the FIR filed against him saying investigation was at a very nascent stage. On January 3, Pratapgarhi was booked for the alleged provocative
Assam: 4 arrested for stealing LPG cylinders from Digboi AOD Gopaneri plant
Digboi: At least four individuals, including a transport driver and three loaders, were arrested by Digboi police on Monday evening for committing theft at the AOD-managed Gopaneri LPG Bottling Plant in Tinsukias Digboi. The accused were identified as Tarun Panika, the driver of the intercepted vehicle (Transport No. AS23CC 9170), Bokul Dangoria, Dibya Jyoti Borah [] The post Assam: 4 arrested for stealing LPG cylinders from Digboi AOD Gopaneri plant appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Aerial survey finds persistent poppy cultivations in unfrequented hills says Manipur CM
Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Tuesday announced of intensifying war on drug campaigns stating that illegal poppy cultivations are persistently continuing as per findings in the recent aerial survey in the hill districts. Speaking as the chief guest during the 53rd Statehood Day celebration in Imphal on Tuesday, Singh disclosed that he [] The post Aerial survey finds persistent poppy cultivations in unfrequented hills says Manipur CM appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Questions surround Justice Vermas role in elephant transfer from Arunachal to Vantara
Guwahati: A letter from Justice (Retd) Deepak Verma, Chairperson of the High Powered Committee (HPC) constituted by the Tripura High Court, to the DGPs of six states including Assam has ignited a firestorm of controversy. The letter, dated January 16, shockingly instructs the DGPs to direct their concerned officers to provide escort or security or [] The post Questions surround Justice Vermas role in elephant transfer from Arunachal to Vantara appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Career : IIIT Guwahati Recruitment 2025
Applications are invited for recruitment of various project based positions or career in IIIT Guwahati Assam. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Guwahati Assam is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the post or career of Project Staff cum PhD Position in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) under the project [] The post Assam Career : IIIT Guwahati Recruitment 2025 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: ATM fraud ring busted in Guwahati
Guwahati: Police dismantled a major ATM fraud racket, leading to the arrest of five individuals suspected of engaging in financial scams in Guwahati, Assam. The apprehended individuals have been identified as Asif Iqbal Hussain, Sahil Ahmed, Ariful Islam, Dewan Azlan Haris, and Abdul Azad. During the police operation, authorities seized 17 ATM cards from various [] The post Assam: ATM fraud ring busted in Guwahati appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur Governor reviews TB control program at Raj Bhavan
Imphal: Governor of Manipur Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Tuesday reviewed the NIK-SHAY and Tuberculosis (TB) Control Program at Raj Bhavan in Imphal. From January 1, 2024, to December 5, 2024, 1,401 tuberculosis (TB) cases were publicly notified and 852 were privately notified in Manipur, reports said on Tuesday. The Governor reviewed the ongoing special 100-day [] The post Manipur Governor reviews TB control program at Raj Bhavan appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Huge cache of weapons seized from Manipurs Churachandpur & Kangpokpi
Imphal: Indian security forces conducted two separate operations in Manipurs Churachandpur and Kangpokpi districts recovered weapons on Monday, officials said. Based on intelligence inputs received from multiple intelligence agencies attempting to launch anti-social activities, the security forces along with the state police conducted an operation in the general area of PK Park, Torbung under Churachandpur [] The post Huge cache of weapons seized from Manipurs Churachandpur & Kangpokpi appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Manipur: Assam Rifles nabs 4 cadres of SOREPA
Imphal: The Assam Rifles apprehended 4 suspected cadres of the proscribed Socialist Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (SOREPA) along the Manipur-Myanmar border in the Tengnoupal district. Some incriminating documents and a smartphone with 3 SIM cards were recovered from their possession, the police said on Tuesday. the Assam Rifles, based on specific intelligence of the presence [] The post Manipur: Assam Rifles nabs 4 cadres of SOREPA appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: 75-year-old woman infected with HMPV in Guwahati
Guwahati: A 75-year-old woman has reportedly been infected with the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) at a private hospital in Guwahati, Assam. The 75-year-old woman is currently under treatment in the hospitals Medicine Unit 2 and is recovering well. Her 80-year-old husband, who is experiencing similar symptoms, is receiving intermittent oxygen support and is awaiting test results [] The post Assam: 75-year-old woman infected with HMPV in Guwahati appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam CM holds meeting with Vice-President of worlds leading semiconductor vendor in Seoul
Assam CM holds meeting with Vice-President of worlds leading semiconductor vendor in Seoul Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held a discussion with top official of leading semiconductor in the world in Seoul on Tuesday. Taking to X, CM Sarma wrote, Began todays engagements in Seoul with a productive meeting with Dr Joon Choi, [] The post Assam CM holds meeting with Vice-President of worlds leading semiconductor vendor in Seoul appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Assam: Man dies by suicide in Pathsala after fight with wife
Assam: A 57-year-old man allegedly dies by suicide in Assams Bajali district, following an argument with his wife. The deceased has been identified as Kishor Dutta, a resident of Titka under Pathsala police station in Bajali district. Dutta, by profession is a Teacher of a government school. He took the extreme step by jumping in [] The post Assam: Man dies by suicide in Pathsala after fight with wife appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: STF arrests suspected jihadi in Dhubri
Guwahati: The Special Task Force (STF) arrested another suspected jihadi from Dhubri in Assam during the ongoing Operation Praghat. A statement by the police said that the wanted jihadi/Islamic extremist was on Tuesday based on a intense investigation. The arrested person has been identified as Ajibar Rahman, 31. The accused is a resident of Chinamari [] The post Assam: STF arrests suspected jihadi in Dhubri appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Trumps inaugural brings the worlds billionaire elites en masse to DC
WASHINGTON, Jan 21 (Reuters) The attendees at a U.S. presidential inauguration do not often resemble the annual gathering of the worlds richest in Davos, Switzerland, which kicked off on Monday, but the parallels were hard to ignore as Donald Trump was sworn in as U.S. President. The globes wealthiest individuals attended Trumps inauguration in Washington on Monday and the glamorous balls to celebrate with the new president afterwards. Among those seated prominently were the three richest men in the world: Elon Musk, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, with a combined net worth of nearly $900
Trump signs order to pull US out of Paris climate agreement
WASHINGTON, January 21, 2025 (AP) President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday directing the United States to again withdraw from the landmark Paris climate agreement, dealing a blow to worldwide efforts to combat global warming and once again distancing the U.S. from its closest allies. Trumps action, hours after he was sworn in to a second term, echoed his directive in 2017, when he announced that the U.S. would abandon the global Paris accord. The pact is aimed at limiting long-term global warming to 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit (1.5 degrees Celsius) above pre-industrial levels or, failing that, keeping temperatures
NEW YORK, Jan 21 (Reuters) The United States will exit the WHO (World Health Organization), President Donald Trump said on Monday, saying the global health agency had mishandled the COVID-19 pandemic and other international health crises. Trump said the WHO had failed to act independently from the inappropriate political influence of WHO member states and required unfairly onerous payments from the U.S. that are disproportionate to the sums provided by other, larger countries, such as China. World Health ripped us off, everybody rips off the United States. Its not going to happen anymore, Trump said at the signing of
Ace sprinter Hima Das takes dip in Ganga at Maha Kumbh
Mahakumbh Nagar: Star sprinter Hima Das, who is gearing up for the new season after serving a 16-month suspension for a whereabouts failure, visited the Maha Kumbh here and took a dip in the Holy Ganga, her spiritual guru has said. The 2018 Asian Games gold-medallist, who hails from a remote village of Dhing in Assam and is nicknamed the 'Dhing Express', came here along with her friends after taking blessings from her guru Keshav Das Ji Maharaj. Maharaj is affiliated with the Nirmohi Akhara. When Hima learned about the Northeast camp (at the Maha Kumbh), she couldn't resist visiting. Hima came with her friends, took a dip in the Ganga, and left on Sunday, Maharaj told PTI. She was very excited about the experience and came to see the Naamghar (a traditional Assamese prayer hall). Her visit to the fair was a delightful one, he added. The Naamghar consists of a 'Manikut' (inner sanctum), a 'Kirtan Ghar' (prayer hall), and a 'Rangali Suha' (entrance gate). The Manikut houses an idol of Lord Narayan or Bhagavata texts. The 25-year-old Hima's suspension period ran from July 22, 2023 to November 21, 2024 after she failed to make herself available for stipulated out-of-competition dope tests. In 2018, Hima had become the first Indian to win a track gold at an international event when she finished on top in the 400m final of the world under-20 championships. She is also serving as a DSP in Assam Police.
Four infiltrators from Bangladesh pushed back: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Four Bangladeshi nationals were apprehended and sent back by Assam police as they attempted to enter India illegally. This action is part of the heightened security measures along the India-Bangladesh border after unrest in Bangladesh. Over 210 unauthorized entrants have been deported from Assam during this period.
Statehood Days of Tripura, Meghalaya, and Manipur: PM Modi, Amit Shah Extend Greetings
NEW DELHI: On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartffull greetings to the people of Tripura, Meghalaya, and Manipur as the states celebrated their statehood day. Very Warm wishes to all persons in Tripura on their Statehood Day. The state is making remarkable strides in contributing to the nation's growth. Known for its vibrant culture and heritage, may Tripura achieve greater heights of progress and prosperity, he posted on social media X. Recognizing Meghalaya's breathtaking natural landscapes and the hardworking spirit of its citizens, the Prime Minister expressed hope for the state's continued advancement. All the Best wishes to each and everyone of Manipur on their Statehood Day. We take immense pride in the contributions made by the people of Manipur towards India's progress. Wishing Manipur continued growth and success, he shared in another post. Tripura, Meghalaya, and Manipur officially became states in 1972, following the implementation of the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act. Union Home Minister Amit Shah Extends Greetings on Manipur Statehood Day Union Home Minister Amit Shah also extended his warm wishes to the people of Manipur on the occasion of their statehood day. He said, Statehood Day greetings to our sisters and brothers of Manipur. Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya Foundation Day: History and Background The journey of Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya to becoming full-fledged states is closely tied to the reorganisation of northeastern India in the early 1970s. This period marked a significant milestone in the region's history, leading to the creation of these states. Manipur and Tripura: Originally princely states, Manipur and Tripura merged with India in 1949. They were later made Union Territories in 1956, and their long-standing aspirations for full statehood were fulfilled on January 21, 1972. Meghalaya: Initially part of Assam, Meghalaya was granted autonomous status in 1969. It eventually became a full-fledged state on the same dateJanuary 21, 1972. The transition of these regions into states was facilitated by the North Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act of 1971, a legislative framework designed to address the distinct administrative, social, and cultural requirements of the northeast. Foundation Day Celebrations in 2025 January 21, 2025, marks the 53rd anniversary of Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya achieving statehood. This important milestone will be celebrated with immense pride and enthusiasm across the states. The celebrations will include cultural events, traditional parades, and public gatherings, highlighting the unique heritage and traditions of each state. These festivities serve to reflect on their contributions to India's growth while honouring their rich cultural diversity and achievements over the years.
BJP demands CBI probe into Meghalayas JJM scam
Shillong: The BJP in Meghalaya has demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into alleged irregularities in the states implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). On Monday, BJP leader Bernard Marak accused the Meghalaya government of submitting false reports to the Centre regarding the schemes progress. Marak claimed that official claims of widespread [] The post BJP demands CBI probe into Meghalayas JJM scam appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Arunachal students body seeks re-suspension of officials implicated in APPSC leak
Itanagar: The All Arunachal Pradesh Students Union (AAPSU) has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the state government, demanding action against the reinstatement of six education department officials implicated in the APPSC question paper leak scam. These officials, including Block Education Officers (BEOs) and teachers, were arrested and suspended following their alleged involvement in the scandal [] The post Arunachal students body seeks re-suspension of officials implicated in APPSC leak appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Catholic body condemns attack on 75-year-old church in Assam
SHILLONG, Jan 20: The Catholic Association of Shillong Archdiocese has expressed grief and strongly condemned the alleged arson attack on a 75-year-old Catholic Church in Ambagaon in Udalguri district of Assam on the night of January 15. In a statement issued on Monday, the Association described the incident as a serious affront to the values [] The post Catholic body condemns attack on 75-year-old church in Assam appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Food and medicine that can change your skin colour
Michelle Spear, University of Bristol When an 84-year-old man in Hong Kong went to hospital with an enlarged prostate, doctors were startled to see that his skin and even the whites of his eyes had turned silver-grey. A deeper investigation revealed silver deposits permeating his tissues, turning him a hue more often reserved [] The post Food and medicine that can change your skin colour appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Horoscope Today, January 21, 2025: Check your astrological predictions here
Horoscope Today | January 21, 2025: All zodiac signs possess unique characteristics and traits that shape an individuals personality. Wouldnt it be beneficial to start your day with an understanding of what lies ahead? Read on to discover whether the stars will be aligned in your favor today. Read what the stars have in [] The post Horoscope Today, January 21, 2025: Check your astrological predictions here appeared first on NorthEast Now .
NIMAS completes Arunachal leg of historic Brahmaputra river rafting expedition
The NIMAS team completed the challenging Arunachal Pradesh stretch of the Brahmaputra River Rafting Expedition, covering 240 km of Grade 4 and 5 rapids. This marks the first attempt to navigate the full Brahmaputra route in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, highlighting unprecedented adventure and resilience.
140 Business Leaders Attend Himanta Sarma's Investment Outreach In Seoul
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma rolled out the red carpet for potential investors during the Advantage Assam 2.0 roadshow held in Seoul on Monday.
Staff quarter gift to Phiro church
