Glass ceiling never existed in Assam: CM Sarma highlights women-led start-up ecosystem
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 6 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday highlighted the growing participation of women in the states start-up ecosystem, stating that more than half of Assams start-ups are led by women founders and asserting that the state has created opportunities irrespective of gender. Taking to social media platform X, Himanta Biswa Sarma said the trend reflected the expanding opportunities available to women entrepreneurs in Assam. More than half of Assams start-ups are run by women founders, showcasing how the state provides opportunities across the board, irrespective of gender, he posted. The Chief Minister further remarked: The glass ceiling in Assam never existed in the first place. Sarmas comments come against the backdrop of the state governments continued emphasis on entrepreneurship, start-ups and employment generation as part of its broader economic development agenda. The participation of women in the start-up ecosystem has increasingly emerged as an indicator of changing opportunities for women seeking to establish businesses and build independent enterprises. Assam has been seeking to strengthen its start-up ecosystem by encouraging young entrepreneurs, promoting innovation and creating platforms for emerging businesses. The state government has also been positioning entrepreneurship as an alternative avenue for employment generation, particularly among educated youth. The Chief Ministers remarks sought to underline the role of the state in creating an environment where entrepreneurs can pursue business opportunities without gender-based barriers. Women entrepreneurs in Assam have increasingly been active across sectors ranging from food processing, handicrafts and textiles to technology, education, healthcare, retail and other service-oriented businesses. Their growing participation has contributed to the diversification of the states emerging entrepreneurial ecosystem. Sarmas statement also comes at a time when governments across India are focusing on increasing womens participation in entrepreneurship and strengthening access to finance, technology, markets and business-support mechanisms. By highlighting the reported majority participation of women founders, the Chief Minister sought to project Assam as a state where entrepreneurial opportunities are increasingly being accessed across gender lines, while presenting women-led enterprises as an important component of its economic growth story.
Gold slips Rs 200 per 10 gm in Delhi amid subdued retail demand, elevated US dollar
New Delhi, Oct 6 (PTI) Gold prices slipped by Rs 200 to Rs 1,49,600 per 10 grams in the national capital on Tuesday, as subdued retail demand and an elevated US dollar weighed on the precious metal. The 99.9 per cent pure yellow metal closed at Rs 1,49,800 per 10 grams on Monday. Silver, however, remained steady for the second straight session at Rs 2.27 lakh per kilogram, inclusive of all taxes, according to local traders. Gold prices edged lower in the domestic market amid weak global cues and subdued retail demand during the Pitru Paksha period, said Saumil Gandhi,
Strong Turnout In Assam, West Bengal Bypolls; Voting Largely Peaceful
Nagaon records 70.25% polling, while Nandigram and Rejinagar register 71.79% and 69.29%
Stock markets surge for 2nd day as oil drops below USD 100 per barrel
Mumbai, Oct 6 (PTI) Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended sharply higher on Tuesday, extending their previous sessions rally, as a decline in crude oil prices below the USD 100 per barrel mark and buying in bank stocks and Reliance Industries added to investors optimism. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 685.34 points, or 0.95 per cent, to settle at 73,067.81. The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 220.35 points, or 0.98 per cent, to end at 22,776.10. From the 30 Sensex firms, Trent surged the most by 12.78 per cent. Kotak Mahindra Bank, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries, InterGlobe Aviation, Eternal and
Rupee falls 8 paise to close at 96.43 against US dollar
Mumbai, Oct 6 (PTI) The rupee declined 8 paise to settle at 96.43 (provisional) against the US dollar on Tuesday amid sustained outflows of foreign capital and uncertainties over a US-Iran deal. However, a drop in global crude oil prices and a weaker greenback capped the rupees fall, according to forex traders. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 96.29 and traded in the range of 96.29-96.45 before eventually settling at 96.43 (provisional), down 8 paise from its previous close. The rupee depreciated 10 paise to close at 96.35 against the US dollar on Monday. The rupee traded
Indian police detains opposition lawmakers protesting against election chief
NEW DELHI, Oct 6 (Reuters) Indian police detained several opposition lawmakers in the capital of New Delhi on Tuesday for trying to breach barricades during a protest march to demand the resignation of the election chief over a controversial revision of voter lists. The march presents a fresh political challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi midway into his third term, just months after similar protests forced the resignation of his education minister over exam paper leaks. Parties opposing Modis government along with members of the popular cockroach youth movement protested against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar after the Indian
India opposition parties rally for election chief
NEW DELHI, October 6, 2026 (AP) Opposition parties held protests in Indias capital New Delhi on Tuesday, demanding the resignation of the countrys election chief over a contentious revision of voter lists as hundreds of police personnel were deployed across the heart of the city. Tuesdays demonstration is the latest in a series of near-daily protests beginning last week by student groups, opposition parties and Indias Cockroach youth movement. The protesters have demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing the polling body he oversees of manipulating voter registrations to benefit Prime Minister Narendra Modis ruling Bharatiya
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Kaziranga records 4.58 lakh tourists in 2025-26; footfall rises 8.5 pc
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 6 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday highlighted the growing popularity of Kaziranga National Park, saying the famed wildlife destination witnessed a record tourist footfall of 4,58,618 visitors during the 2025-26 tourist season. Taking to social media, CM Sarma said Kazirangas appeal as a major tourism destination continues to grow, linking the latest surge in visitors to the parks extraordinary wildlife experience and its increasing attraction among tourists from across the country and beyond. According to the figures shared by the Chief Minister, tourist footfall at Kaziranga increased by around 8.5 per cent during the 2025-26 season. The park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Assams biggest tourism attractions, has long been known for its population of one-horned rhinoceroses, along with elephants, tigers, wild buffaloes and several species of birds. CM Sarmas post also referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modis recent overnight stay at the World Heritage Site, suggesting that the visit has further contributed to the growing public interest in Kaziranga. Kazirangas appeal keeps growing! CM Sarma said in his social media post, adding that following PM Modis stay, the park welcomed a record 4.58 lakh visitors in the last tourist season. The rise in tourist numbers comes as Assam continues to position wildlife and eco-tourism as key drivers of the states tourism economy. Kaziranga, located across the floodplains of the Brahmaputra, remains the centrepiece of Assams wildlife tourism circuit. The increase in footfall is also significant for local communities and businesses dependent on tourism, including hotels, homestays, transport operators, guides, safari services and handicraft sellers. The state government has in recent years sought to expand Assams tourism potential by promoting its national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, cultural heritage and natural landscapes. With Kaziranga continuing to attract record numbers, the latest figures underline the parks growing status as one of Indias most prominent wildlife tourism destinations and a major gateway for visitors seeking to experience Assams unique biodiversity.
Voter Turnout at 17.68% in Assams Nagaon Lok Sabha By-Election
Voting is underway in Assams Nagaon constituency, with a 17.68% turnout reported by 9 AM on October 6. Voter Turnout at 17.68% in Assams Nagaon Lok Sabha By-Election
Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released the provisional answer key of the Paper-I Screening Test for Class-I (Junior Grade) Home Guards (Advt. No. 02/2026) on 5 October 2026. Check how to download the PDF for Series A, B, C and D, use the objection link, understand marks calculation and see what comes next.
INDIA bloc MPs to march to EC demanding CEC
New Delhi, Oct 6 (PTI) MPs of the INDIA bloc will march from Parliament towards the Election Commission headquarters on Tuesday to demand Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumars resignation amid allegations of irregularities in the revision of electoral rolls. Heavy security deployment and barricading were put in place in and around Parliament and the Election Commission headquarters ahead of the planned march. Security personnel were stationed in the area much before the MPs began arriving. Leaders of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, respectively, TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh
Nagaon Lok Sabha Bypoll Records 17.68% Turnout Till 9 AM
Polling Peaceful Across Assam Constituency; 19.05 Lakh Voters Eligible
Stock markets trade higher led by bank stocks, Reliance Industries
Mumbai, Oct 6 (PTI) Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty climbed in early trade on Tuesday, extending their previous sessions rally, aided by buying in bank stocks, Reliance Industries and positive global cues. The 30-share BSE Sensex advanced 120.22 points to 72,535.41 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty was up 47.15 points to 22,603.10. From the 30 Sensex firms, Trent surged over 11 per cent. Kotak Mahindra Bank, Axis Bank, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries and InterGlobe Aviation were also among the winners. Tech Mahindra, ITC, Mahindra & Mahindra and Infosys were among the laggards. Indian equity markets are expected
Earthquakes Rattle Assam and Manipur, No Damage Reported
Assam and Manipur experienced minor earthquakes, with no reported damage. The tremors caused panic among residents. Earthquakes Rattle Assam and Manipur, No Damage Reported
Hundreds of police guard Indian capital ahead of opposition protest
NEW DELHI, Oct 6 (Reuters) Hundreds of security personnel fanned out on Tuesday in the heart of the Indian capital, with barricades thrown up ahead of an opposition march to demand the resignation of the election chief over a controversial revision of voter lists. Parties opposing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and member of the popular cockroach youth movement protested against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar after the Indian Express newspaper reported divisions in the poll body last month. The reported differences over the lists and registration procedures stoked concern about the commissions neutrality. Television showed hundreds of security personnel,
Indian states seek extra power to avoid outages as nighttime supply tightens, officials say
NEW DELHI, Oct 6 (Reuters) Several Indian states are seeking additional power allocations from the federal government to avoid outages as weak hydropower output and maintenance at some plants have reduced electricity supply during the night, two federal government officials said. Rajasthan and Gujarat, among Indias leading renewable-energy states, have sought additional supplies, along with other states including Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Union Territory Delhi, the officials said. The federal government typically has access to about 14 to 15 gigawatts of electricity from coal and hydropower plants that it can allocate to
Why endometriosis pain can continue after treatment
Liverpool, Oct 6 (Conversation) Treatment for endometriosis can bring relief, but some women continue to have pelvic pain even after hormone treatment or surgery. For those who have spent years seeking help, continuing pain can be distressing and difficult to understand. Why does this happen? Sometimes endometriosis remains or returns. But pain can also involve other conditions, and changes in how the nervous system responds to signals from the body. Understanding these different contributors can help guide further treatment. Endometriosis affects an estimated one in ten women of reproductive age worldwide. It happens when tissue similar to the lining of
Battle For Nagaon: BJP, Congress And AIUDF In High-Stakes Assam Lok Sabha Bypoll
The BJP has now turned to former Nagaon Deputy Commissioner Debashish Sharma, while Congress has fielded former Batadroba MLA Sibamoni Bora
How pond algae led to a Nobel prize and a new way to study the brain
Manchester, Oct 6 (Conversation) Scientists who worked out how to control brain cells with light have won this years Nobel prize in physiology or medicine. Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel were honoured for their research into light-gated ion channels and optogenetics. Peter Hegemann, at Humboldt University of Berlin, and Georg Nagel, at the University of Wrzburg, wanted to understand how a tiny, single-celled alga called Chlamydomonas senses light. Light-sensing is not unique to animals with eyes: organisms throughout the living world use light to detect their surroundings and respond to changes in their environment. Even single-cell organisms have
Voting begins in six by-elections across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam and Puducherry
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Nagaland: Kohima Police seize 20,000 suspected Yaba tablets worth Rs 1.6 crore, arrest two
Imphal: Kohima Police have seized 20,000 tablets of suspected Yaba (methamphetamine) valued at around Rs 1.6 crore and arrested two people in connection with the alleged drug trafficking. The accused have been identified as Nazrul Islam (36) and Deben Kumar Das (40), both residents of Assams Silchar district. According to a statement issued by the [] The post Nagaland: Kohima Police seize 20,000 suspected Yaba tablets worth Rs 1.6 crore, arrest two appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Kaziranga National Park in Assam reopens for 2026-27 season: Jeep safaris begin
Bypolls Election: Voting Begins In 6 Seats Across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Puducherry
Voting began at 7 am on Tuesday in six constituencies across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam and Puducherry, with voters deciding the next representatives in seats left vacant after the April elections. Polling is being held in Nandigram and Rejinagar in
The counting of votes for the maiden Silchar Municipal Corporation (SMC) election will take place today, after the State Election Commission, Assam conducted polling in the historic first-ever corporation election in the city on Saturday, October 3.
Bypolls 2026: Four regions, six seats and a fresh test for Indias political map
Voting began in six constituencies across West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry on Tuesday morning. The results of the elections will be announced on October 9, carrying political significance for various parties. In West Bengal, the focus includes the symbolic Nandigram constituency and its contest involving various candidates. Assam's Nagaon constituency is experiencing a triangular contest among prominent parties, including the BJP and Congress.
Test for BJP in Bengal, TVK in TN; bypolls in 5 assembly constituencies, 1 LS seat begins
Voting commenced at 7 am for multiple by-elections across West Bengal, Assam, and Puducherry on Tuesday. In West Bengal, significant contests included Nandigram and Rejinagar with notable security. Assam's Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election also featured 19 candidates competing for votes. In Puducherry, the election for Thattanchavady Assembly witnessed a three-way contest among different political parties. Counting for these elections will occur on October 9 across all constituencies.
In Big Move, First International Shipment Flagged Off From Assam's Dibrugarh
This is the first batch of cargo to be shipped from upper Assam's Dibrugarh to a foreign port since India's independence in 1947. The event comes nearly 70 years after the town's river ghat closed.
Stage Set For 6 Bye-Elections, Test For BJP In Bengal, TVK In Tamil Nadu
Polling will take place in Nandigram and Rejinagar in West Bengal, Madurantakam and Dharapuram in Tamil Nadu. Puducherry's Thattanchavady and Assam's the Nagaon Lok Sabha constituency are also due for polls.
Magnitude 4.5 earthquake jolts Assam's Nagaon
An earthquake measuring 4.5 on the Richter scale struck Nagaon district in Assam early Tuesday morning. The tremors occurred at 4:23 AM IST and were recorded at a depth of 33 kilometres. Earlier on October 5, a magnitude 2.5 earthquake jolted Una in Himachal Pradesh without causing any reported damage. Both earthquakes were monitored by the National Centre for Seismology, who provided details of the events.
Voting in high-stakes bypolls in three States, one U.T. today | LIVE
In Assams Nagaon, where the Lok Sabha byelection will be held, the fight is expected to be between the ruling BJP, the Congress and the All India United Democratic Front
First international cargo vessel leaves eastern Assam since 1947
Once one of Indias busiest river ports, Dibrugarh eyes greater movement of goods
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Assam CM inaugurates Bongaigaon Medical College and hospital among Rs 711 crore projects
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CM Sarma Inaugurates Bongaigaon Medical College, Emphasizes Development
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated Bongaigaon Medical College, highlighting the importance of public support in development projects. CM Sarma Inaugurates Bongaigaon Medical College, Emphasizes Development
Assam Celebrates 200 Years of Tea with Statue Unveiling of Maniram Dewan
Assams Chief Minister unveiled a statue of Maniram Dewan, honoring his contributions as a pioneer in the tea industry and a freedom fighter. Assam Celebrates 200 Years of Tea with Statue Unveiling of Maniram Dewan
Laiba Ka Ghar: Assam to Bengaluru, a Story of Migration, Motherhood and Belonging
Kharupetia, Assam is where Jasmins story beginsa small village where she grew up surrounded by familiar food, language, people and traditions. Today, at just 21, she is raising her daughter Laiba in Bengaluru, thousands of kilometres away from the home she once knew. Here, almost everything feels different. The food tastes unfamiliar, the language sounds [] The post Laiba Ka Ghar: Assam to Bengaluru, a Story of Migration, Motherhood and Belonging appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Chief Minister Inaugurates Bongaigaon Medical College, Emphasizes Development Agenda
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurates Bongaigaon Medical College, highlighting the importance of public support in development projects. Assam Chief Minister Inaugurates Bongaigaon Medical College, Emphasizes Development Agenda
Animal welfare groups seek clarity over transfer of five Assam elephants to Tamil Nadu
In a joint representation to the Chief Minister and other authorities, the organisations sought clarity on whether the elephants were gifted, purchased or transferred
Mizoram guv asks IRCON to expedite Paletwa-Zorinpui road project
Mizoram records 6.75 lakh tourist arrivals till Aug this year
Community norms shape plastic-waste practices: NU study
IIT-G uses taro plants, zig-zag flow to treat livestock wastewater
1 dead, 12 injured in clashes during Tripura vote counting
Govt gears up for urban growth & better living under Viksit Assam initiative
Assam CM unveils Maniram Dewan bust, charity tea auction raises Rs 2.26 cr for flood relief
CM congratulates BPF on completing one year in office
Nehu mulls Centre for Indo-Thai Collaboration
Each Guwahati neighbourhood to house a reading corner as GMC plans libraries in all 60 wards
Passengers seek time-bound upgrade of Silchar, New Haflong rail stations
3-year-old dies in mothers arms as parents walk 10 km seeking treatment in Meghalaya
Aasu will raise concerns without political agenda: Phukan
Counting of Silchar civic poll votes today, security stepped up
138 fall ill after consuming prasad at religious ceremony in Majuli
Methanol-laden vessel leaves Dibrugarh for Bdesh via Brahmaputra
Gauhati HC admits plea challenging MK Yadava
Guwahati: The Gauhati High Court on Monday admitted a writ petition filed by Amarjyoti Choudhury challenging the legal authority under which retired Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer M.K. Yadava is continuing as Special Chief Secretary (Forest), Assam, with full Financial and Administrative Powers. The High Court issued notices to the Assam government and other respondents [] The post Gauhati HC admits plea challenging MK Yadavas authority as Assam Special Chief Secretary appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Motha sweeps Tripura ADC village committee polls with 2,803 seats
Animal Welfare Activists Seek Probe Into Transfer of Five Assam Elephants to TN
Questions have also been raised over the elephants birth and ownership records.
9 PRE-PAK (Pro) cadres held over MLA house blast & recruiting members
Assam: Dibrugarh's river trade returns after 70 years, first cargo heads to Bangladesh
First international cargo leaves Assams Bogibeel for Dhaka since independence
The vessel will travel about 768 kilometres down National Waterway-2 on the Brahmaputra River in India to the Indo-Bangladesh border, then continue along the Indo-Bangladesh Protocol Route (IBPR)
Assam: Dibrugarh Sends First International Cargo From Bogibeel To Bangladesh Since Independence
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal flags off 540 tonnes of APCL Methanol from Bogibeel to Dhaka, with Assam CM Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma joins virtually. Voyage on the Brahmaputra (NW-2) tests river as Freight Corridor Linking Indias Northeast to Overseas Markets. The steamer whistle that fell silent in 1956 is heard again today, says Sarbananda Sonowal.... The post Assam: Dibrugarh Sends First International Cargo From Bogibeel To Bangladesh Since Independence first appeared on Northeast Today .
Manipur govt working to facilitate return of violence-hit people: CM Khemchand Singh
Digital Desk | Imphal, Oct 5 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Monday said that since the formation of the new government on February 4, 2026, the state government has been working tirelessly to facilitate the return of violence-affected internally displaced persons (IDPs) to their respective homes and villages. He said that the government has held several rounds of talks with representatives of various Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to bridge the trust deficit that has emerged due to the crisis. The Chief Minister made the statement on Monday at the distribution of benefits worth Rs 2,19,25,000 to eligible labour card holders, especially for IDPs, under the Special Scheme for financial assistance for education of children staying at relief camps and other schemes of the Manipur Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB) as part of the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan at the City Convention Centre, Palace Compound in Imphal. Khemchand Singh further expressed that sheltering in relief camps is not comfortable and that not being able to return to ones own home is deeply disheartening. He stated that the crisis has led to the suffering of innocent people in both the valley and the hills. Noting the positive outcome of the resumption of bus services along Imphal- Guwahati via Dimapur (Nagaland), the Chief Minister stated that it has lessened the burden on players participating in tournaments held outside the state and students studying outside Manipur, as airfares are expensive. He added that nearly 450 to 500 passengers are travelling using public transport services every day. In a significant development, inter-state passenger bus services between Manipur, Assam and Nagaland resumed on August 21 after a gap of more than three years. The Chief Minister maintained that the IDPs had fled their homes with nothing, and that the government has been making efforts to meet their needs through various Government schemes and basic needs. He informed that nearly 2,531 IDPs are being provided assistance through Direct Benefit Transfer and added that those IDPs who are yet to be registered should do so with the concerned authority to receive the assistance. Regarding Mission Pathshala, the state government is making every effort to ensure that the benefits reach the IDP students of the state. He also informed that frequent meetings are being held with representatives of the IDPs to address their grievances. Rajya Sabha MP Adhikarimayum Sharda Devi stated that extending assistance and support to the needy people of the state remains the governments foremost priority. Lauding Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of empowering the weaker section of society, she said that they have been empowered by reaching out to the grassroots and implementing various beneficial schemes for the needy. She also lauded Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh for his courageous decision to visit Jiribam district by road, prioritising the welfare of the people of Manipur. During the programme, 2,531 beneficiaries were provided assistance of over Rs 1.42 crore under the Special Scheme for Financial Assistance for the Education of Children Staying in Relief Camps (IDPs). In addition, eight beneficiaries received assistance of around Rs 19 lakh under the Immediate Assistance in Case of Accident (Accidental Death) scheme, and 194 beneficiaries received around Rs 58,20,000 under the Natural Death Benefit scheme. Tourism and Art and Culture Minister Khuraijam Loken Singh, several MLAs, Chief Secretary Rajeev Singh Thakur and other officials attended the programme.
Catholic Association of Shillong donates Rs 5 lakh to Assam
Shillong, Oct 5: The Catholic Association of Shillong yesterday handed over a draft for Rs 5 lakh to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma as donation towards the Chief Ministers Relief Fund for flood-affected people in Assam. The donation was handed over by Vice President Barnabas Nongbah, accompanied by General Secretary H. Kharlyngdoh, Past President [] The post Catholic Association of Shillong donates Rs 5 lakh to Assam first appeared on Highland Post .
Zubeen Garg death probe : SC to hear key accused's bail plea in November
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Monday deferred the hearing on the bail plea of Shyamkanu Mahanta, an accused in the case concerning the death of Assams iconic singer Zubeen Garg in Singapore, and posted the matter for further hearing in the first week of November. Mahanta, who is currently lodged in Baksa jail along with five other accused, was arrested in October 2025, a month after Garg died in Singapore. During the hearing, the Assam government apprised the apex court of the progress of the trial and informed it that the examination of witnesses was underway. The state said that statements of 94 out of 394 witnesses had been recorded as of August 14. It also informed the apex court that several important witnesses based in Singapore were yet to be examined and their statements were expected to be recorded shortly. The Supreme Court had earlier directed the state authorities to ensure that the trial proceeds expeditiously and without unnecessary delay. The progress made in the trial has also been taken into consideration while hearing Mahantas plea for bail. Garg, one of Assams most popular musicians and cultural icons, died in Singapore in September 2025 after an incident at sea. His death triggered widespread grief across Assam and raised questions over the circumstances surrounding the incident. The Assam government subsequently ordered a criminal investigation into the circumstances leading to his death. The investigation later resulted in the arrest of several people and criminal proceedings against them. Mahanta, who was associated with the organisation of the North East India Festival in Singapore, was among those arrested in connection with the case. Investigators have examined the circumstances surrounding Gargs presence in Singapore and the events preceding his death. A fast-track court in Assam has framed murder charges against four accused, including Mahanta, in the case. Besides Mahanta, six other individuals, including Gargs bandmate Shekhar Jyoti Goswami, have been arrested and are facing investigation and proceedings in connection with the case. Five other accused are currently lodged in Baksa jail, according to the states submission before the Supreme Court. With key witnesses from Singapore still to be examined, the prosecutions evidence remains under way. The apex court is now scheduled to consider Mahantas bail plea again in the first week of November.
Assam Opens New Trade Chapter as First International Cargo Departs Bogibeel for Bangladesh
A barge carrying 540 metric tons of methanol left Bogibeel Terminal in Dibrugarh for Dhaka, Bangladesh, here today. Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), flagged off the vessel DLB Patkai, pushed by the tug Kushal Konwar from Bogibeel. Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma joined the ceremony virtually. It is [] The post Assam Opens New Trade Chapter as First International Cargo Departs Bogibeel for Bangladesh appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Assam STF arrests second man for allegedly sharing security information with Pakistan operative
Assam Police have taken Ritesh Kumar Singh into custody, suspected of cooperating with a Pakistani Intelligence Operative. This arrest is part of a broader investigation into possible espionage against security forces. Earlier, Abhishek Kumar Singh was also arrested. Officers discovered incriminating materials, including a mobile phone and SIM cards, leading to a deeper investigation into their potential networks and activities.
Eat well to age better at a biological level
Stockholm, Oct 5 (Conversation) When it comes to healthy ageing, the overall quality of a persons diet matters more than eating any one superfood or nutrient. From the Mediterranean diet to the Nordic diet, specific eating patterns have been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease, physical frailty and cognitive decline. But while we know diet affects our health, we havent really been clear until now on the changes it causes inside the body which lead to these benefits. This is exactly what our latest study set out to explore. We found that older adults who ate high-quality diets
Gold, silver prices remain flat in Delhi amid subdued demand
New Delhi, Oct 5 (PTI) Gold and silver prices remained unchanged in the national capital on Monday as subdued domestic demand kept bullion rates moving in a narrow range. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity quoted flat at Rs 1,49,800 per 10 grams, inclusive of all taxes, while silver remained steady at Rs 2,27,000 per kilogram, according to local traders. Traders said domestic prices moved in a narrow range, with subdued demand from jewellers and retailers keeping the precious metals muted. Gold prices remained steady in the domestic market, tracking a firm trend in overseas markets, said Saumil
Mandeep Returns To Tripura Squad For 2026/27 Ranji Trophy, Lahiri Named Head Coach
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Seasoned batter Mandeep Singh has made a return to Tripura for the 2026/27 Ranji Trophy, after being named in the state's squad for their opening three games against Hyderabad, Assam & Karnataka, to be played in Secunderabad, Guwahati and Mysuru respectively. Mandeep, who has played three T20Is for India, had previously captained Tripura during the 2024/25 season after ending his 15-year association with Punjab, which he led to a historic Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title. After missing the entire 2025/26 domestic calendar, the right-handed Mandeep has rejoined the north-eastern side. In his previous stint with Tripura, Mandeep made significant contributions across all formats -- playing six Ranji Trophy games, six Vijay Hazare Trophy matches, and seven Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 games. He notched an unbeaten 124 alongside five fifties in red-ball cricket, three half-centuries in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, including a top score of 94 against Bengal, and two fifties in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Mandeep features alongside high-profile outstation recruits Hanuma Vihari and Swapnil Singh in the 18-member squad announced by the Tripura Cricket Association (TCA). Experienced seam-bowling all-rounder Mani Sankar Mura Singh will lead the team, with pacer Abhijit Sarkar, who was in the East Zone team that won this years Duleep Trophy, serving as the vice-captain. Tripura have also overhauled their support staff and have appointed former domestic batter and umpire Satrajit Lahiri as head coach. Lahiri, a Deodhar Trophy winner with East Zone in 1996/97, holds Level C coaching certification from the BCCI and Level 3 credentials from the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). Lahiri is supported by batting coach Aniruddha Saha, bowling coach Rajib Saha, physio Deepti Ranjan Parida, strength and conditioning coach Yuvraj Salvi, throwdown specialist Jayanta Debnath, masseur Niloyjyoti Saha, and video analyst Partha Banik. Tripura have also overhauled their support staff and have appointed former domestic batter and umpire Satrajit Lahiri as head coach. Lahiri, a Deodhar Trophy winner with East Zone in 1996/97, holds Level C coaching certification from the BCCI and Level 3 credentials from the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
First cargo vessel leaves Dibrugarh via river route to Bangladesh after Independence
Digital Desk | Dibrugarh (Assam), Oct 5 (IANS) A barge carrying 540 metric tons of methanol left from Bogibeel Terminal here on Monday for Bangladesh's Dhaka, marking the first cargo shipped from upper Assam to a foreign port since India's independence, nearly 70 years after the town's river ghat closed. The methanol, produced by state-owned Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd. (APCL) at Namrup, is bound for Pangaon Port in Dhaka. The vessel will travel about 768 kilometres down National Waterway-2 on the Brahmaputra River in India to the Indo-Bangladesh border, then continue along the Indo-Bangladesh Protocol Route (IBPR). The vessel will cover a total distance of 1,300 kms from Bogibeel, Dibrugarh to Narayanganj, Dhaka. Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW) Sarbananda Sonowal flagged off the vessel DLB Patkai, pushed by the tug Kushal Konwar, from Bogibeel. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma joined the ceremony virtually. The voyage is being observed as a test of whether the Brahmaputra can serve as a commercially viable freight corridor linking the Northeast to overseas markets. Regular methanol shipments to Bangladesh are planned. The shipment became possible after customs and immigration complexes were set up at Bogibeel and Dhubri recently. Our grandparents grew up hearing the steamer whistle at Dibrugarh Ghat. For 70 years, that whistle fell silent, and the ships stopped coming, Sonowal said. Today, a ship leaves Dibrugarh for the world once again. The river never failed us. What it lacked for decades was the will to revive it. Sarma called it a proud day for Assam. Assam's own product, made in Namrup, is now travelling to an international market on Assam's own river. The Northeast is no longer a frontier. It is India's gateway to the East, he noted. Dibrugarh was once among the busiest river ports in eastern India. Government steamers reached the town from Calcutta, now Kolkata, by 1856. In 1882, the Dibru-Sadiya Railway began operating from the Dibrugarh steamer ghat. By 1913, steamers sailed up the Brahmaputra to the town daily, carrying tea, timber and passengers. The 1947 partition cut that route, forcing Assam's goods to pass through East Pakistan to reach Calcutta. According to the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), cargo on India's national waterways rose from 18 million metric tons in fiscal 2013-14 to 218 million metric tons in 2025-26. More than Rs 68 billion (about $770 million) is being invested in waterways across the Northeast, including development of National Waterway-2, a ship repair facility at Pandu, and last-mile connectivity to Pandu Port. Every ton we move on the river means less fuel burnt and fewer trucks on the highway, Sonowal said. He added that India is working with Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar on regional waterway links.
Special Tea Auction Organised To Raise Funds For Assam CM Relief Fund: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Monday that a special tea auction was held to raise funds for the Chief Ministers Relief Fund, bringing together producers and buyers in support of a social cause. Speaking in Guwahati, Sarma expressed gratitude to all participants, noting that the initiative allowed the tea industry to contribute... The post Special Tea Auction Organised To Raise Funds For Assam CM Relief Fund: Himanta Biswa Sarma first appeared on Northeast Today .
Dibrugarh sends first international cargo from Bogibeel to Bangladesh since Independence
A momentous occasion unfolded as the cargo vessel 'DLB Patkai' set sail from Bogibeel Terminal in Dibrugarh, heading to Dhaka. This significant shipment is the first direct trade from Upper Assam to an international market since Independence. Carrying methanol from Namrup, the vessel will embark on a 1,300 km journey to Bangladesh.
First cargo vessel from Dibrugarh to Bangladesh since Independence flagged off
A momentous occasion unfolded as the cargo vessel 'DLB Patkai' set sail from Bogibeel Terminal in Dibrugarh, heading to Dhaka. This significant shipment is the first direct trade from Upper Assam to an international market since Independence. Carrying methanol from Namrup, the vessel will embark on a 1,300 km journey to Bangladesh.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarmas Fake AI-Generated Image Sparks Legal Action
Assams CM office responds to a viral AI-generated image of Himanta Biswa Sarma, filing a case against those responsible for its spread. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarmas Fake AI-Generated Image Sparks Legal Action
Tea Fraternity comes together to raise over Rs 2.26 crore for Assam flood relief
A special charity tea auction held in Guwahati raised Rs 1.61 crore for flood relief. An additional contribution of Rs 65 lakh from a generous donor brought the total to Rs 2.26 crore. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's presence encouraged active participation from the tea fraternity and buyers. Leading tea companies made significant purchases, contributing to the auction's success and overall fundraising.
FIR filed after fake, morphed AI image of CM Himanta Sarma circulated, says Assam CMO
FIR filed after fake, morphed AI image of CM Himanta Sarma circulated, says Assam CMO Guwahati: The Assam Chief Ministers Office (CMO) has raised an alarm over the circulation of an allegedly fake and digitally manipulated image of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on social media, saying the content was artificially generated and deliberately created [] The post FIR filed after fake, morphed AI image of CM Himanta Sarma circulated, says Assam CMO appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
New Delhi, Oct 5 (PTI) The Supreme Court on Monday issued notices to the Election Commission and the Centre on pleas alleging that the poll body took several decisions without the approval of the two election commissioners and said it will annul decisions found not to be in accordance with law. The top court, however, refused to pass any interim direction to restrain Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar from taking any decision till the final disposal of the petition. A bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana said that it
Man accidentally falls to death from building in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: A 27-year-old man accidentally fell to his death from a building in Hyderabad early on Monday, October 5. The incident occurred in Siddiq Nagar under the Madhapur Police Station limits. The deceased was identified as Dilwar Hussain, a native of Assam. According to the police, Hussain was drunk when he fell from the third 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 .
12% Agniveer Quota, Green Tax On Older Vehicles: Himanta Sarma's Big Decisions
The Agniveer quota will cover recruitment to Assam Police AB (Armed Branch) and UB (Unarmed Branch) constable posts, commando personnel, jail warders, firemen, SDRF constables, forest guards and excise constables.
Trying To Disturb Peace Of Region: Assam Student Body On CJP's School Visits
The development comes days after CJP launched its School Thik Karo campaign, aimed at assessing infrastructure and facilities in government schools across the state.
Zubeen Garg Death Case: Supreme Court To Hear Shyamkanu Mahanta
The Supreme Court on Monday, October 5, deferred the hearing on the bail plea of Shyamkanu Mahanta, one of the accused in the case related to the death of Assamese music icon Zubeen Garg in Singapore. The matter is now scheduled to be taken up again in the first week of November. Mahanta, who has... The post Zubeen Garg Death Case: Supreme Court To Hear Shyamkanu Mahantas Bail Plea In November first appeared on Northeast Today .
Assam CM Praises Bodolands Development as Peace Agreement Conditions Are Met
Assams CM Himanta Biswa Sarma commends Bodolands development, citing strong collaboration among government entities for peace and growth. Assam CM Praises Bodolands Development as Peace Agreement Conditions Are Met
Assam CM Hails Hagrama Mohilary-led BTC On Completing One Year, Says
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday extended congratulations to the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) led by Hagrama Mohilary on completing its first year in office. He highlighted that the collaborative efforts of the NDA governments at the Centre, the state, and the council were driving rapid development in the region. Sarma emphasized that... The post Assam CM Hails Hagrama Mohilary-led BTC On Completing One Year, Says Triple-Engine Govt Driving Development first appeared on Northeast Today .
Battle For Nagaon: BJP, Congress And AIUDF In High-Stakes Assam Bypoll
For Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election, the BJP has bet on former IAS officer Debashish Sharma, while Congress has fielded ex-Batadroba MLA Sibamoni Bora, and Badruddin Ajmal will contest from the AIUDF.
Assam Showcases a Blend of Development and Heritage, Says Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assams CM highlights the states architectural heritage and modern development on World Architecture Day, emphasizing cultural preservation. Assam Showcases a Blend of Development and Heritage, Says Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Implementing every clause of peace accord: Assam CM hails Bodoland development
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 5 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday congratulated the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) government led by Hagrama Mohilary on completing one year in office, asserting that the triple-engine NDA government in Delhi, Dispur and Kokrajhar is accelerating development in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). In a post on X, CM Sarma congratulated the BTC government and said the NDA governments at the Centre, in Assam and in the BTR were working together to ensure that the region progresses rapidly on the development front. Congratulations to the BTC Govt led by Shri Hagrama Mohilary on completing 1 year in the service of the people of BTR, the Chief Minister said. CM Sarma said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the government was implementing every clause of the Bodo Peace Accord and working to ensure that peace and stability prevail in the region. He highlighted the implementation of various state government welfare schemes in the BTR, including Orunodoi, Chief Ministers Atmanirbhar Asom Abhiyan (CMAAA), Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan (MMUA) and free ration. All State Govt welfare schemes- from Orunodoi to CMAAA to MMUA to Free ration among others are being implemented with full force in the region, CM Sarma said. The Chief Minister also pointed to the state governments decision to approve a Rs 1,000 crore special package for improving road infrastructure in the BTR. He said the government was simultaneously taking steps to position the region as a manufacturing and logistics hub, potentially creating new avenues for investment, employment and economic growth. The BTR, comprising four districts -- Kokrajhar, Chirang, Baksa and Tamulpur -- has been at the centre of efforts to consolidate peace and accelerate development following the signing of the Bodo Peace Accord. CM Sarma has repeatedly maintained that the implementation of the accord, along with infrastructure development and welfare delivery, is key to transforming the socio-economic landscape of the region. The Chief Ministers remarks also underline the political significance of coordination between the BJP-led governments at the Centre and in Assam and the BTC administration, with development and peace being projected as the twin pillars of the NDAs approach towards the BTR.
Two held For Allegedly Sharing Defence Movement Information With Pakistan: Assam CM
Guwahati, Oct 5: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Sunday that two individuals, including a retired army jawan re-employed on a contractual basis, were arrested for allegedly transmitting sensitive defence-related information to Pakistan. The arrests were carried out following inputs provided by central agencies, Sarma said. He emphasized that the matter involved serious... The post Two held For Allegedly Sharing Defence Movement Information With Pakistan: Assam CM first appeared on Northeast Today .
