Brake failure suspected in Kolkata-Sairang Express derailment in Assam
A preliminary probe into the November 11 derailment of the Kolkata-Sairang Express at Digaru station in Assam has pointed to a possible malfunction in the trains main braking system. Investigators found a key braking component in an isolated condition, raising questions about safety checks carried out after repairs at Panbari station. The exact cause remains under investigation.
Wayanad (Keralam), Nov 13 (PTI) Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday said Opposition parties had not been informed about any move by the Union government to convene a special session of Parliament to pass the proposed Delimitation Bill. Priyanka was attending various events in her constituency as part of the four-day visit which started on Wednesday. She was responding to reporters queries about reports suggesting that the government was planning a special session of Parliament to discuss the legislation. They have not intimated the rest of us. So, if they are planning it, I dont know. As of now,
Assam Rifles Announces 354 Vacancies for Various Positions Starting November 15
Assam Rifles opens applications for 354 positions, including warrant officers and riflemen, from November 15 to December 14. Assam Rifles Announces 354 Vacancies for Various Positions Starting November 15
MNF refutes claims of land distribution in former Assam Rifles area
The Mizo National Front rejected claims that it allocated former Assam Rifles land in central Aizawl to private individuals, citing legal steps to cancel settlement certificates and urging opponents to apologise, Northeast Now reported.
Mizoram: MNF denies distributing Assam Rifles land to private individuals, warns of legal action
Aizawl: The Mizo National Front (MNF), Mizorams main opposition party, has threatened legal action against individuals making what it described as false allegations that the party, while in power, had distributed land in central Aizawl which was previously held by Assam Rifles, to private individuals. The warning comes amid a controversy surrounding land settlement certificates [] The post Mizoram: MNF denies distributing Assam Rifles land to private individuals, warns of legal action appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Tripura holds workshop on decriminalisation, business reforms to strengthen ease of doing business
A one-day workshop on State-Level Decriminalisation Reforms, the Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP) and the District Business Reforms Action Plan (DBRAP) was organised at Pragna Bhavan in Agartala on Thursday, with a focus on simplifying legal procedures, reducing regulatory burdens and strengthening the ease of doing business in Tripura. The workshop was inaugurated by Chief Secretary J K Sinha and attended by secretaries of various departments, including Industries and Commerce, Finance, Tribal Welfare, Urban Development, Rural Development, and Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare. District Magistrates and Collectors, field-level officials, representatives of industrial and business organisations, and delegates from Assam, Meghalaya and Mizoram were also present. Addressing the gathering, Sinha said that the state government had undertaken significant initiatives under BRAP and DBRAP and secured the top national position within a short period in reducing compliance burdens and implement...
Modi will not remain PM after one-on-one debate with me: Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, Nov 13 (PTI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday repeated his debate dare to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and claimed that Modi will not remain in office after a one-on-one exchange with him. Responding to a question during an Ask Me session on Instagram about why he was insisting on a public debate when the BJP has said that the exchange can take place in Parliament, Gandhi said he was not allowed to speak in the House, and his microphone was even switched off. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mojo Story (@themojostory) You did
From ancient Asia to the AI age: Has China
Auburn (US), Nov 13 (Conversation) Extramarital activities have led to the resignation of one of Americas most influential tech bosses, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. The saga has also raised the specter of an age-old spying tactic: the honey trap. Huang stepped down following media reports of an extramarital relationship with Alice Huang, a Singapore-based executive suspected of having ties to Chinese intelligence agencies. She previously worked for Megaspeed, a cloud computing company under U.S. scrutiny for allegedly helping China obtain restricted AI chips. Jensen Huang acknowledged an affair. And amid reports of a second with a company executive who reports
Assam board extends HSLC 2027 form deadline to Nov 17
The Assam State School Education Board has moved the online HSLC 2027 form submission deadline to 17 November 2026 and the fee-payment deadline to 20 November, urging schools to complete the steps promptly.
Brake failure caused Assam train derailment: Report
A preliminary probe into the Kolkata-Sairang Express derailment on November 11 points to a malfunctioning main braking system.
UPPL's 5th Triennial Conference Begins in Udalguri, Over 3,000 Delegates Expected
The United People's Party Liberal (UPPL) began its 5th Triennial Conference this morning at the Khagrabari Janata High School playground in Bhergaon, Udalguri district, with delegates and party repres
Global outage hits Microsoft Outlook
Fri, 13 November 2026 (AFP) Microsoft Outlook suffered a major outage across the world Thursday, with tens of thousands of users struggling to access their email as the company said it was working aggressively to reduce the impact. The disruption, which Microsoft attributed to elevated load on its infrastructure, dragged on for much of the US workday and also affected other company products such as Teams and the AI assistant Copilot. The disruption went global within a span of an hour, knocking out Microsoft products in 74 countries and territories, outage tracker Downdetector reported. A map posted by Downdetector on
Democrat Cindy Holscher is elected Kansas
TOPEKA, Kan., November 13, 2026 (AP) Democrat Cindy Holscher has been elected Kansas next governor, fending off Republican Ty Masterson to keep the office in her partys hands and extend a massive wave of Democratic victories across the country. Democrats had already secured a majority of governorships in the U.S. for the first time in two decades, even prior to the narrow win in Kansas, where Holscher had already declared victory following Tuesdays midterm elections. The Associated Press did not call the race until Thursday. Holscher, a state senator, promised to halt new data centers and overcame a flood
Sairang Express derailment: Initial probe points to faulty braking system
A preliminary probe into the derailment of the Kolkata-Sairang Express at Digaru Railway Station in Assam on November 11 has pointed to a malfunctioning main braking system on the train. A six-member probe team, in its report, found that the system primarily responsible for applying brakes in the coaches, technically known as the BP angle cock, was in an isolated condition in the locomotive. This may be the reason for this accident, as the brakes may not have been applied when the FP/BP angle cock of the loco was in an isolated condition, a joint note prepared by the probe team on the day of the accident said. It further stated that the train crew applied the brakes, ut the brakes may not have been applied as the angle cock was previously in the closed position. The probe report does not identify who rendered the braking system dysfunctional or whether the train crew overlooked safety procedures to check its functionality before operating the train. However, in their statemen
SBI General Insurance steps up road safety initiatives in Ladakh
Leh, Nov 12:SBI General Insurance has launched a road safety and emergency healthcare initiative in Ladakh in collaboration with humanitarian organisation Doers, the Ladakh Police and the Health Department to strengthen emergency medical response and promote safer roads in the region. As part of the initiative, the company handed over a fully equipped Basic Life Support (BLS) ambulance to the Health Department on October 28 to ensure timely medical assistance to road accident victims during the critical golden hour. The ambulance was flagged off at Sonam Norboo Memorial (SNM) Hospital in Leh under the project titled Road Safety: Ambulances in the Indian Himalayan Region. Recognising the challenges posed by Ladakhs high-altitude terrain, long distances between settlements and extreme weather conditions, the initiative also focuses on accident prevention and improving road safety infrastructure. Under the programme, 40 retro-reflective road safety warning signboards have been installed at accident-prone locations identified in coordination with the Ladakh Police. The signboards are aimed at alerting motorists to potential hazards and encouraging safer driving practices, particularly on vulnerable stretches used by residents, tourists and other travellers. The flag-off ceremony was attended by Dr Laltinkhuma Franklin, IAS, Secretary, Health and Medical Education Department, Union Territory of Ladakh. Dr Rinchen Chosdol, Chief Medical Officer, Leh; Shatrughna Singh, Head of Compliance, SBI General Insurance; and Anuradha Bhardwaj, Head of Programmes, Doers, were also present, along with representatives of the concerned departments and organisations. Speaking on the initiative, Rathin Lahiri, Head-Marketing and CSR, SBI General Insurance, said timely emergency support could save lives in a region like Ladakh, where difficult terrain and long distances often delay access to medical care. He said the companys responsibility extended beyond providing insurance to supporting communities through interventions addressing critical needs on the ground. Through the initiative, SBI General Insurance aims to strengthen emergency response mechanisms and promote safer roads in Ladakh, while working in partnership with Doers, the Ladakh Police and the Health Department. The programme will also be extended to six other Himalayan statesHimachal Pradesh, Assam, West Bengal, Sikkim, Meghalaya and Uttarakhandto strengthen road safety measures and emergency medical response across the Himalayan region.
NIA team visits Kulgam attack site
Srinagar, Nov 12:The National Investigation Agency (NIA) team visited the site of Wednesdays attack on a CRPF checkpoint near Mir Bazar in Kulgam district on Thursday even as preliminary investigations indicated that at least three terrorists, two of them believed to be foreign nationals, were involved in the strike. A National Investigation Agency (NIA) team on Thursday visited the site of the terror attack on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) checkpoint in south Kashmirs Kulgam district, a senior police officer said. The team inspected the spot to gather forensic evidence and examine the circumstances surrounding the attack, in which three CRPF personnel were injured. The samples collected from the scene are expected to assist investigators in establishing the sequence of events and identifying those involved in the attack. Security forces have continued search operations in the area to trace the attackers. The preliminary investigation reveals that at least three terrorists were involved in the attack. Two of them seem to be foreign nationals, said senior police officer. We are reviewing the CCTV footage from the area to get a clear picture. There is a marshy patch in the area and the terrorists escaped using the cover of the trees and bushes. Officials said the attackers approached the checkpoint on foot from the marshy area about 50 metres away. After opening fire with AK-47 rifles, they fled on foot through the same tree line. The attack took place barely 2 km from the heavily guarded Srinagar-Jammu National Highway. The CRPF had earlier stated that the incident occurred around 2:15 pm when the assailants fired at its personnel of the 46th Battalion, deployed as a bridge guard, before fleeing the spot. The three injured CRPF personnel Head Constable Somveer Singh (Madhya Pradesh), Constable RakeshDass (Assam) and Constable Santosh Chandru (West Bengal) - were first rushed to Government Medical College, Anantnag, and later shifted to the Armys 92 Base Hospital in Srinagar. One sustained bullet wounds to the abdomen and spine and underwent surgery; the other two received injuries to the arm and leg. Two of the injured have since been discharged after treatment, while the critically injured jawan continues to receive advanced care. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the hospital to enquire about his condition. GOC 15 Corps, Lieutenant General Balbir Singh, visited the spot to review the ongoing operations. Senior officers of the Army, CRPF and J&K Police are supervising the expanded search, guided by human and technical intelligence. A Motorola phone and SIM card were recovered from the site. Sources said investigators are examining the possibility that the attackers belong to a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) module operating in south Kashmir. At least three suspected overground workers (OGWs) of the LeT are being questioned, with agencies suspecting that at least one provided logistical assistance, including reconnaissance and shelter. Police sources also suspect the involvement of local terrorist Lateef Ahmad Bhat of Kulgam, earlier blamed for two attacks in July and described at the time as the only local militant active in the Valley. Cartridges recovered from the site matched those found in the earlier Killam incident. There are concerns within the security establishment that, even as local recruitment has declined, small groups of foreign terrorists assisted by local support networks retain the capacity for targeted attacks. The period preceding winter is considered particularly vulnerable as terrorists hiding in the higher reaches of the PirPanjal typically move to lower elevations before snowfall. Such movements are sometimes accompanied by attacks before they shift to winter hideouts. A senior security officer said the strike appeared part of an attempt by Pakistan-based groups to reactivate networks in Kashmir despite sustained counter-terrorism operations.
Search operations launched across south Kashmir
Srinagar, Nov 12:Security forces on Thursday launched and intensified search operations across south Kashmir in the wake of the terror attack on a CRPF checkpoint near Mir Bazar in Kulgam district, even as the joint cordon-and-search operation at the main site entered its second day with an expanded area under cordon. The primary operation, which was suspended overnight due to darkness, resumed at first light in the Nowpora Akhran area. Additional forces have been deployed, barricades strengthened and vehicle checks intensified along the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway and approach roads to seal escape routes. Armoured vehicles and Quick Reaction Teams remain in position as teams comb the forested and rural belts. GOC 15 Corps, Lieutenant General Balbir Singh, visited the spot to review the operations and take stock of the ground situation. Senior officers of the Army, CRPF, and J&K Police are supervising the search, which is being guided by human and technical intelligence inputs. Parallel search and area-domination efforts have been activated at multiple locations across south Kashmir as part of a coordinated response. The attack occurred around 2:15 pm on Wednesday when two heavily armed assailants emerged from a dense cluster of trees and opened fire on a CRPF naka of the 46th Battalion, deployed as a bridge guard roughly 1 to 2 km off the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway near Mir Bazar. Security personnel returned fire, but the attackers fled into the adjoining forested area. The injured personnel have been identified as Head Constable Somveer Singh (Madhya Pradesh), Constable RakeshDass (Assam) and Constable Santosh Chandru (West Bengal). Somveer Singh sustained a bullet injury to his arm and RakeshDass to his leg; both were reported stable. Chandru suffered gunshot wounds to the abdomen and spine and was initially critical. Two of the injured personnel have since been discharged from hospital after treatment. The critically injured jawan was airlifted to the 92 Base Hospital in Srinagar for advanced care. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the hospital to enquire about his condition and interacted with the treating doctors. Deputy Commissioner Anantnag Bilal Mohiuddin had earlier visited the injured at GMC Anantnag. This is the third terror-related incident reported in south Kashmir in recent months. Forces have maintained a tight vigil across the region while the expanded searches continue.
Assam Agriculture Minister Sets Deadline for 100% Farmer Registration
Assams Agriculture Minister Piyush Hazarika aims for complete farmer registration by January 15, 2026, during a review in Dhemaji district. Assam Agriculture Minister Sets Deadline for 100% Farmer Registration
Assam Draft Electoral Roll Has 2.19 Lakh More Voters Than February List
During a revision after a final roll was published in February, 4,12,344 names had been added, and 1,93,573 deleted.
Assams Investment Promises Transforming into Reality, Says Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assams Chief Minister highlights the transformation of investment promises into projects, boosting the states industrial growth. Assams Investment Promises Transforming into Reality, Says Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
PAN Card, Voter ID Alone Cannot Prove Citizenship: Gauhati High Court
The remarks came as the Gauhati High Court upheld a Foreigners Tribunal order declaring a woman from Assam's Darrang district a foreigner.
Assam Agriculture Minister sets Jan 15 deadline for 100 pc farmer registration
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 12 (IANS) Assam Agriculture Minister Pijush Hazarika on Thursday set a January 15 deadline for completing 100 per cent farmer registration in Dhemaji district, while reviewing the implementation of key agricultural schemes and inspecting innovative farming projects. During a day-long visit to the district, Hazarika inspected integrated farming, sunn hemp cultivation and oil palm projects before chairing a departmental review meeting at the District Commissioner's conference hall. Officials informed the Minister that Dhemaji has so far achieved 83 per cent of its farmer registration target. Expressing the need to bring all eligible cultivators under the registration process, Hazarika directed the department to ensure 100 per cent coverage by January 15. The Minister began his field visit at Arnai Chapori, where he inspected a 22-bigha integrated farm developed by progressive farmer Bhuban Pegu. The farm has adopted a diversified model involving areca nut, tomato, papaya and pineapple cultivation, along with poly-tank pisciculture. At Demow, Hazarika also reviewed sunn hemp cultivation and highlighted its potential in improving soil fertility and promoting green manure practices. He later visited oil palm and multi-crop horticulture farms developed by farmers Bamun Islary and Dilip Boro in the Dipa area and interacted with local cultivators to understand challenges facing agricultural activities. During the review meeting, the Minister issued a series of directions to officials, including the formation of more Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs) and regular field-level 'Khet Bachao' awareness programmes. He also asked the department to expedite the identification of land required to meet oil palm cultivation targets and hold joint meetings involving the Fisheries and Agriculture departments to promote Makhana cultivation. Hazarika further directed officials to address bottlenecks faced by local agri-entrepreneurs seeking support under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF). Paddy procurement certificates were also distributed to several farmers during the programme. Cabinet Minister Ranoj Pegu, MP Pradan Baruah and MLAs Bhuban Pegu and Jibon Gogoi accompanied Hazarika during the visit.
Assam Chief Minister Attends Golden Jubilee of Wangala Festival, Celebrates Assam-Meghalaya Ties
Assams CM Himanta Biswa Sarma highlights cultural bonds at the 50th Wangala Festival in Meghalaya, emphasizing shared heritage. Assam Chief Minister Attends Golden Jubilee of Wangala Festival, Celebrates Assam-Meghalaya Ties
'Advantage Assam' promises turning into projects on ground: CM Sarma
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 12 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Thursday that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government is translating investment commitments made during the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit into projects on the ground, as the state steps up its push to emerge as a major industrial and investment destination in the Northeast. The Chief Minister added that nearly Rs 3 lakh crore worth of investments announced at the summit are already taking shape across Assam. In a post on social media platform X, CM Sarma said he had recently inaugurated an eco-friendly AAC blocks manufacturing unit in Tinsukia, describing it as another step towards delivering on the commitments made during Advantage Assam 2.0. We are turning every announcement at #AdvantageAssam 2.0 into reality, the Chief Minister said, adding that the new industrial unit reflected the state government's focus on converting investment proposals into operational projects. The Assam government has been aggressively pursuing an industry-led growth strategy, positioning the state as a gateway to the Northeast and a key investment destination in eastern India. The Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit, organised earlier this year, was a major part of this strategy, with the state government seeking investments across sectors ranging from infrastructure, energy and manufacturing to technology, tourism and agriculture. The state government has also highlighted improvements in connectivity, industrial infrastructure and the overall business environment as key factors driving investor interest in Assam. Chief Minister Sarma has repeatedly said that the focus is not limited to attracting investment announcements but on ensuring their implementation and creating employment opportunities for the state's youth. The latest project in Tinsukia also underlines the state government's efforts to expand industrial activity beyond Guwahati and other traditional urban centres, taking new manufacturing and investment opportunities to different parts of the state. The state government has in recent years rolled out several initiatives aimed at improving ease of doing business and attracting both domestic and global investors. With investment proposals now moving towards implementation, the Assam government is seeking to demonstrate that the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit was not merely a platform for signing agreements, but a roadmap for accelerating industrialisation, generating jobs and strengthening the state's economy.
Assam CM attends golden jubilee celebrations of Garo Community
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday attended the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Garo community
Petrol Pumps Across Guwahati Observe 24-Hour Shutdown, Meghalaya Sees Rush
Long queues formed at several petrol pumps in Meghalaya near the Assam border, while heavy traffic built up as motorists from Guwahati crossed the state boundary.
Assams Garo Community Seeks Support for Cultural Preservation
The Garo Cultural Forum seeks financial aid from Assams CM for cultural initiatives during the Wangala Festival. Assams Garo Community Seeks Support for Cultural Preservation
Cong MP Priyanka Gandhi meets family of late Padma Shri recipient Cheruvayal Raman in Wayanad
Wayanad (Keralam), Nov 12 (PTI) Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday visited the home of Padma Shri awardee Cheruvayal Raman, who died last month at the age of 74, and interacted with his family members. Raman, who belonged to the Kurichya tribal community, was widely known for preserving more than 45 indigenous rice varieties that were at risk of extinction through traditional organic farming practices over several decades. Vadra, who is on a three-day visit to Keralam to visit her constituency, reached Ramans family home here, spent some time with his relatives and interacted with them. She was seen
Assam's draft electoral roll for the Special Summary Revision recorded a total of 2,51,76,910 voters. This represents an increase of 2,18,771 electors compared to the last final electoral roll published earlier. The draft includes a significant number of female electors, with males being slightly fewer. Citizens are encouraged to verify their details in the roll and can submit claims until December 2026.
AVFU Skilled Worker Recruitment 2026
Assam Veterinary and Fishery University (AVFU) Recruitment 2026 for the post of Skilled Worker will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview. Eligible candidates can attend the interview on 18 November 2026 at Dean's Seminar Room, College of Veterinary Science, AVFU, Khanapara. Candidates should report at 11:00 AM. For complete details, candidates can visit avfu.ac.in.
Assam's draft electoral roll has 2.5 cr more voters than SIR
Assam has published its draft electoral roll with 2.52 crore electors, an increase of 2.19 lakh voters since the last revision. The list includes detailed breakdowns by gender, age, and disability, with a period for claims and objections until December 11, and the final list due on January 4 next year. This revision is part of a unique Special Revision process for the state.
No more Forest role for M.K. Yadava, Assam govt tells Gauhati High Court
Guwahati: The Assam government on Thursday informed the Gauhati High Court that it would not extend the contractual engagement of retired Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer M.K. Yadava as Special Chief Secretary (Forest), or engage him in any other capacity under the Forest Department. The government also informed the court that Yadavas third extension as [] The post No more Forest role for M.K. Yadava, Assam govt tells Gauhati High Court appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Siang dam protests: Adi Galo Welfare Society
North Lakhimpur: A solidarity foot march opposing the proposed 11.2 gigawatt (GW) Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) in Arunachal Pradesh has reached Assams Lakhimpur district, with participants continuing their approximately 400-km journey towards Itanagar to press for the release of detained protesters and a halt to project-related activities. Organised by the Adi Galo Welfare Society [] The post Siang dam protests: Adi Galo Welfare Societys solidarity foot march reaches Assams Lakhimpur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
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RGIPT Sivasagar Campus inaugurates XIWORONG26 Annual Technical and Cultural Fest
Sivasagar (Assam) [India], November 12: The Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), Sivasagar Campus, ceremonially inaugurated its Annual Technical and Cultural Fest, XIWORONG26, on the late evening of 10
They should step out of their Mussolini-like fascist mindset: Congress slams BJP
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], November 12 (ANI): Karnataka Congress President BK Hariprasad on Thursday criticised the BJP over its reaction to Sonia Gandhis memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love, saying the party should step out of its Mussolini-like fascist mindset. Hariprasad said the book documents how the Congress was strengthened through a long period of struggle in Indian history and the challenges it faced during that time. The BJP and RSS should step out of Mussolinis fascist mindset. Sonia Gandhi ji wrote a book. This book is about how Congress was strengthened during a long period of struggle in Indian history.
Piyush Goyal to inaugurate 45th India International Trade Fair
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal is set to inaugurate the 45th India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2026, organised by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), on Friday at Bharat Mandapam here, an official statement said on Thursday. The event from November 14-27 will bring together more than 3,500 exhibitors from India and abroad across 17 halls, covering over 1,00,000 square metres of exhibition space. The first five days, from November 14-18, will be Business Days reserved for B2B visitors, and the Fair will open to the general public from November 19-27. It will witness participation from 32 states and Union Territories and 51 Central Ministries, Government Departments, PSUs and Public Sector Banks. Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh are the Partner States, while Assam, Delhi, Jharkhand and West Bengal are the Focus States. The participating States and UTs will showcase their regional products, local industries, traditional crafts, culture, tourism potential and development initiatives. International participation will include 11 countries, with pavilions featuring exhibitors from Thailand, Iran, Ghana, Nepal, Afghanistan, the UAE, Turkey, China, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, providing opportunities for international business engagement and trade linkages, according to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Jawed Ashraf, Chairman, India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), said that IITF 2026 will celebrate India's progress, diversity and heritage, with a special focus on youth through around 600 startups at the Hall of Inspiration and district-level crafts, cuisine and culture at the ODOP Pavilion. IITF 2026 will introduce new experiences for businesses and visitors alike. The Hall of Inspiration in Hall 14 will showcase around 600 Indian start-ups across deep-tech, agri-tech, drones, space, healthcare and edtech, providing young enterprises with visibility and opportunities to connect with wider markets. The One District One Product (ODOP) Pavilion will feature participation from 21 States and showcase signature crafts, cuisine, culture and products from districts across the country, highlighting local enterprise, traditional skills and the artisans behind them, the statement said. Beyond its role as a major trade exhibition, IITF continues to strengthen market access for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), startups and small traders by providing opportunities to showcase products, connect with potential buyers and explore new markets.
Assam CMAAA: 256 Chief Minister's Fellows for 24-month fellowship (apply by 14 Nov)
Chief Minister's Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan (CMAAA) Society, Industries, Commerce
Stock markets climb in early trade led by foreign fund inflows, lower crude oil prices
Mumbai, Nov 12 (PTI) Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty rallied in early trading session on Thursday amid sustained foreign fund inflows and lower crude oil prices. The 30-share BSE Sensex advanced 166.44 points to 82,013.58 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty was up 55.65 points at 25,316.55. In the 30 Sensex firms, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, ITC, Eternal, State Bank of India and ICICI Bank were among the major winners. Mahindra & Mahindra, Sun Pharma, UltraTech Cement and Hindustan Unilever were among the laggards. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) bought equities worth Rs 12,563.33 crore on Wednesday, according to
Rupee falls 6 paise to 93.77 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Nov 12 (PTI) The rupee fell 6 paise to 93.77 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday, weighed down by the strengthening of the American currency. Forex traders said the latest inflation and employment figures in the US have boosted Treasury yields and the greenback. However, falling crude oil prices, alongside strong domestic equity markets and foreign inflows, could help support the rupee. In the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at around 93.73, then touched 93.77, down 6 paise from its previous closing level. On Wednesday, the rupee gained 6 paise to close at 93.71
Beyond the Negotiating Halls: From Global Climate Commitments to Local Action
Beyond the Negotiating Halls: From Global Climate Commitments to Local Action As COP31 brings global climate priorities into focus, the real test of climate action lies in whether resources, decisions
3 CRPF personnel injured in Kulgam terror attack: Police
Srinagar, Nov 11:Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured on Wednesday afternoon when terrorists opened fire at a checkpoint in the Nowpora Akhran area near Mir Bazar in south Kashmirs Kulgam district. The attack occurred around 2:15 pm at a naka (checkpoint) manned by personnel of the CRPFs 46th Battalion, located roughly two kilometres off the National Highway. Officials said the personnel were part of a bridge guard deployment when the attackers carried out hit and run assault, firing a burst of rounds before fleeing the scene. Security forces returned fire, however terrorists managed to escape from the spot. The injured personnel have been identified as Constable Rakesh Dass (son of Arun Dass of Assam), who sustained a bullet injury to the leg and is stable, Constable Santosh Chandru (son of Mahavir of West Bengal), who received gunshot wounds to the abdomen and spine and was critical. He was initially taken into the operation theatre at Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag; as his condition deteriorated, he was later airlifted to the 92 Base Hospital in Srinagar for advanced treatment and Head Constable Somveer Singh (son of Mahaveer of Madhya Pradesh), who suffered a firearm injury to the left arm and is stable. All three were immediately evacuated to GMC Anantnag. Deputy Commissioner Anantnag, Bilal Mohiuddin, visited the hospital, met the injured jawans, and enquired about their condition and well-being. Police, Army, and paramilitary forces quickly cordoned off the area and launched a large-scale joint cordon-and-search operation with Quick Reaction Teams deployed. Senior officers from the three forces reached the spot to supervise. Additional forces have been deployed, barricades strengthened, and a general alert sounded in Kulgam and adjoining areas. Investigators are also examining CCTV footage from nearby locations. A CRPF spokesperson confirmed the firing on CRPF Naka at Kulgam, adding that operations are underway to nab the perpetrators and that the best possible treatment is being provided to the injured. This is the third terror-related attack in South Kashmir in the last three months. On July 22, Head Constable Aashiq Hussain Qureshi of the J&K Police was shot dead near Lal Chowk in Anantnag while on Amarnath Yatra duty. On July 31, two migrant labourers from Chhattisgarh were killed at a brick kiln in Kulgams Kilam (Kellam) area. The Resistance Front had claimed the July attacks. Parts of Kulgam, including Mir Bazar, Qazigund, and Shamsipora, lie near key transit corridors; checkpoints and road-opening parties have periodically been targeted in hit-and-run incidents. The districts forested upper reaches have also served as hideouts, prompting extended joint operations. The incident occurred on the same day Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha was in Kulgam to inaugurate the three-day Veshow Festival at Government Degree College. Officials confirmed the festival venue was not near the attack site. The festival celebrates the regions Rishi-Sufi heritage, literature, art, and handicrafts. The attack also follows the November 8 arrest of two suspected terror associates Muneeb Yaseen Rather and Tahir Bilal, both of Bugam, Kulgam from whom a pistol, ammunition, and hand grenades were recovered during a joint checkpoint operation. VIRAL CLAIM OF USE OF MOTORCYCLE FOUND FALSE: POLICE A claim circulating on social media linking a motorcycle to the attack on a CRPF checkpoint in south Kashmirs Kulgam district has been found to befalse following verification, Police said. In a verification report, shared SSP Kulgam Anayat Ali Choudhary ,clarified that the Avengers motorcycle bearing registration number JK18A-5431, allegedly used by terrorists during the attack and reportedly owned by Yasir Yousuf of Qaimoh, was not being used by the attackers. The verification established that the motorcycle was being used by Yasirs brother, Shaukat Yousuf, son of Muhammad Yousuf, who was working at a nursery located on their own land near the incident site. Officials said the viral claim suggesting that the motorcycle was used by terrorists was contrary to the facts established during verification. The clarification comes amid heightened security measures and an ongoing investigation into the attack on a CRPF checkpoint in the Nowpora Akhran area near Mir Bazar, in which three CRPF personnel were injured after motorcycle-borne attackers opened fire on Wednesday afternoon. Officials have urged people to avoid circulating unverified information on social media.
Assam: Inequities in land allotment under the Mission Basundhara
According to the historic Assam Accord, everyone who came to and resided in Assam up to midnight on March 24, 1971, is a legitimate citizen of India. Therefore, the baseline for citizenship regarding the issuance of land pattas should always be 1971, not 1951.
ATTSA holds 2-hour dharna in Sivasagar, demands land pattas for tea workers
With 1k drums & 1 heartbeat, Wangala fest begins in Meghalaya
Tripura to auction 10 NBFC properties worth 63.65 crore
Tripura BJP MLA Hossains remark on CM Sahas post stirs political storm
Tripura CPM claims BJP-backed groups behind violence, intimidation against civic poll candidates
Orchid cultivation opens new livelihood avenues in Meghalaya
Kamtapur group takes protest to NH-31 for identity & rights
9 houses gutted in Dhubri fire, over Rs 20L damage estimated
Tourism dept invites protesters for talks on Shillong Peak ropeway
Mawsynram, worlds wettest place, to get first permanent IMD observatory
OIL blast: Toll rises to 6, MP Gowalla seeks high-level probe
Hailstorm lashes parts of Meghalaya, rain damages paddy crops in lower Assam; 1 dead in lightning
President Murmu presents Swachh Sarvekshan Award to Guwahati
3 jungle cat kittens rescued from paddy field at Tengakhat
Passengers face inconvenience in Guwahati after train services hit
Narcotics worth crores seized in Silchar
Kolkata-Sairang Express crash survivors recount terrifying moments
OIL raises ad hoc ex gratia from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 25 lakh for each deceased workers family
Assam Rifles Celebrates Diwali with Local Communities in Manipur, Strengthening Bonds of Brotherhood
Assam Rifles celebrated Diwali and Ningol Chakkouba with local communities in Manipur, promoting peace and unity across villages. Assam Rifles Celebrates Diwali with Local Communities in Manipur, Strengthening Bonds of Brotherhood
Militant Attack in J&Ks Kulgam Injures 3 CRPF Personnel, Search Underway
The injured personnel have been identified as constables (GD) Rakesh Dass, son of Arun Dass, resident of Assam, and Santosh Chandru, son of Mahavir, resident of West Bengal and Head Constable (GD) Somveer Singh, son of Mahaveer, resident of Madhya Pradesh.
Assam native held for robbing elderly woman at knifepoint near Coimbatore
Assam native held for robbing elderly woman at knifepoint near Coimbatore
Assam to get advanced healthcare innovation institute; Rs 546-crore project announced
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 11 (IANS) Assam is set to establish a first-of-its-kind Advanced Healthcare Innovation Institute (AAHII), bringing doctors, engineers and scientists under one roof to develop affordable and indigenous healthcare technologies, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Wednesday. Sharing details of the ambitious project on social media platform X, Sarma said the institute would focus on translating scientific research into practical medical solutions, including robotic surgical systems, affordable MRI scanners and insulin pumps manufactured in India. What happens when a surgeon and an engineer share a corridor? A robotic surgical arm. An MRI scanner small hospitals can afford. An insulin pump made in India, the Chief Minister said. The Assam Advanced Healthcare Innovation Institute, scheduled to open in December 2027, is already delivering on its larger vision of promoting innovation-driven healthcare solutions, he added. The Rs 546-crore project will comprise two interconnected facilities a dedicated Research and Development Building and a 410-bed multi-speciality postgraduate teaching and research hospital. According to details shared by the Chief Minister, the R&D facility will be a six-storeyed centre dedicated to research and thematic programmes. It will house specialised facilities for health-technology innovation and development and provide a collaborative ecosystem for the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, clinicians and industry partners. The adjoining multi-speciality hospital will have 410 beds and offer postgraduate teaching and research facilities along with multi-speciality clinical care. The hospital is also expected to serve as a real-world setting for testing and validating new medical technologies developed through the institute. The initiative aims to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and medical application by encouraging closer collaboration between researchers, healthcare professionals and technology experts. With the proposed institute, Assam is seeking to strengthen its healthcare infrastructure while emerging as a hub for medical research and innovation in the Northeast. The project is expected to promote indigenous healthcare technology, potentially reducing dependence on expensive imported medical equipment and making advanced treatment solutions more accessible to smaller hospitals and patients. The AAHII, the Chief Minister said, represents a new frontier in healthcare innovation, bringing scientific discovery and medical applications closer together.
Gold falls Rs 800 to Rs 1.45 lakh/10gm in Delhi; silver tumbles Rs 5,000
New Delhi, Nov 11 (PTI) Gold prices fell for the second straight session, declining Rs 800 to Rs 1.45 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday, as thin trading activity during the Diwali holiday weighed on the precious metal. The 99.9 per cent pure yellow metal depreciated Rs 800 to Rs 1,45,600 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) from Tuesdays close of Rs 1,46,400 per 10 grams, according to local traders. Silver also joined the decline after holding steady for two sessions, with prices tumbling Rs 5,000 to Rs 1,87,500 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes)
Former Vaikom CI arrested in bribery case
He allegedly collected 2.27 lakh in bribes via a bank account opened in the name of an Assam native
Train Derailment At Digaru Station Disrupts Northeast Frontier Railway Services In Assam
Kolkata-Sairang Express derails in Assam: A look at other recent train accidents
The Kolkata-Sairang Express incident has brought renewed attention to rail safety and the safeguards in place to avoid a major mishap.
India ordered website takedowns on fake court orders, Reuters finds; police launch probe
BENGALURU, Nov 11 (Reuters) Indias government ordered internet providers to block 129 illegal betting websites this year based on two state high court orders that Reuters has found were fake, findings that have triggered at least one police investigation. The forgeries are the latest sign that fake orders are slipping past Indias official content removal mechanism, considered one of the worlds strictest, and could impact the online presence of any organisation operating in the country. Court precedents generated using artificial intelligence have caused concerns among judges the world over. Indias Supreme Court in July set aside a tribunals orders
Congress Leader Criticizes Railway Safety Following Assam Train Accident
Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury raises concerns over railway maintenance after a train accident in Assam, questioning government accountability. Congress Leader Criticizes Railway Safety Following Assam Train Accident
Stock markets end higher; Sensex, Nifty jump nearly 1 pc
Mumbai, Nov 11 (PTI) Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended higher for the second day on Wednesday, aided by foreign fund inflows, better-than-expected Q2 results and a sustained moderation in crude oil prices. The 30-share BSE Sensex rallied 772.75 points, or 0.95 per cent, to settle at 81,879.40. During the day, it jumped 1,413.75 points, or 1.74 per cent, to 82,520.40. The 50-share NSE Nifty closed 210.40 points, or 0.84 per cent, higher at 25,255.05. Among the 30 Sensex firms, Mahindra & Mahindra jumped 5.25 per cent, InterGlobe Aviation 4.37 per cent, Trent 3.02 per cent, Tata Steel
Darrang: Man posing as radiologist, diagnostic centre owner arrested
Kharupetia police arrested a man accused of signing patients' scan reports as a radiologist without the required qualification, along with the owner of the centre. The diagnostic centre has been sealed under the PC-PNDT Act after a complaint from the Assam Medical Council.
Guwahati: CID arrests bank service point operator over 'mule' accounts
Assam CID's Cyber Cell has arrested a man who ran an HDFC Bank customer service point in Jalukbari. Police say he opened bank accounts in people's names without their consent, and that the accounts were used to receive money from cyber fraud.
Serchhip DC Paul L Khuma among first NAMASTE Awards winners from Northeast
The Serchhip Deputy Commissioner has been chosen in the Public Service and Governance category of the new NAMASTE Awards, alongside winners from Assam, Arunachal, Nagaland and Manipur. The awards will be presented in Mumbai on November 14.
Stress takes greater toll on quality of life of people with multiple chronic illnesses: Study
New Delhi, Nov 11 (PTI) Stress may have a stronger association with poorer health-related quality of life among adults living with two or more chronic conditions than among those without any such condition, according to a new study conducted in Finland. The findings, published in the journal Health Promotion International, also showed that adults who found it easier to access, understand and use health information tended to report lower levels of stress. The researchers said both the clarity of health information and sensitivity to stress should be considered when supporting people managing multiple long-term health conditions. Living with several conditions
DC Anantnag visits GMC, meets injured CRPF personnel
Srinagar, Nov 11: Deputy Commissioner Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din, today visited GMC Anantnag to meet the CRPF personnel injured in the terror attack at Nowpora Akhran in Kulgam. As per GNS, he enquired about their health and well-being and interacted with them during the visit. Three CRPF personnel of 46 Battalion were injured in the attack at Nowpora Akhran in Kulgam district on Wednesday afternoon. The injured, who were brought to GMC Anantnag, have been identified as CT/GD Rakesh Dass, son of Arun Dass, resident of Assam, CT/GD Santosh Chandru, son of Mahavir, resident of West Bengal; and HC/GD Somveer Singh, son of Mahaveer, resident of Madhya Pradesh.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has extended his support to Indira Devi, also known as Jenny, in her decades-old paternity dispute involvingCongress leader and former Uttarakhand minister Harak Singh Rawat. Calling the alleged treatment she faced extremely wrong and reprehensible, Sarma said he had met her and would stand by her in her fight for justice.
Several coaches of Kolkata-Sairang Express derail near Guwahati, 4 injured
More than 300 passengers from West Bengal were on board the Kolkata-Sairang Express that derailed near Assam's Guwahati on Wednesday, prompting railway authorities to set up helpdesks at several stations to assist them, an official said. Four persons suffered minor injuries after five coaches and the engine of the train derailed at Digaru in the morning, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said earlier in the day. Our data shows that over 300 passengers travelled from West Bengal, covering stations like Kolkata, Naihati, Krishnanagar, and the Malda and Katihar Divisions, who were heading beyond Guwahati, an Eastern Railway official said. We are assisting them. Helpdesks have been set up for the passengers and their families, he said. There is no report of any fatality in the incident, he said, adding that officials from the Eastern Railway rushed to the accident site. The helpdesks have been set up at Sealdah, Alipurduar, Naihati and Berhampore Court stations to provide .
Watch: Several coaches of Sairang Kolkata Express train derail in Assam
Assam Train Derailment: Over 300 Bengal Passengers Aboard Kolkata-Sairang Express
Four persons suffered minor injuries after five coaches and the engine of the train derailed at Digaru in the morning, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said earlier in the day.
Kokrajhar: Kamatapur stir on hold till Nov 28 as Assam invites talks
The Kamatapur State Demand Council (Democratic) called off its protest at Tuniyadanga on Wednesday after the state government invited it for talks with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The date and venue of the meeting have not been fixed.
Six coaches of Sairang Kolkata Express derail in Assam, several feared injured
Train Kept Moving For A Km After Derailment: Pantry Manager Recalls Assam Horror
Four people sustained minor injuries after five coaches and the engine of the Kolkata-Sairang Express derailed near Digaru on the outskirts of Guwahati on Wednesday.
Kolkata-Sairang Express Derails in Assam: Six Coaches Jump Tracks, Passengers Narrowly Escape
The locomotive and five passenger coaches of the Kolkata-Sairang Express (Train No. 13125) jumped the tracks while entering Digaru railway station in Assams Kamrup (Metro) district on Wednesday. Fortunately, no casualties or serious injuries were reported among the passengers, according to the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR). The derailment took place around 6:54 AM as the [] The post Kolkata-Sairang Express Derails in Assam: Six Coaches Jump Tracks, Passengers Narrowly Escape appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Assam: 6 Coaches of Sairang-Kolkata Express Train Derails, 4 Injured
Four persons suffered minor injuries after five coaches and the engine of the Kolkata-Sairang Express derailed at Digaru near Assam's Guwahati on Wednesday, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. Sarma, in a social media post, said that all the passengers were
A chilling video showing the moments before the Kolkata-Sairang Express derailment near Guwahati has surfaced, capturing the locomotive driver's conversation moments before the train went off the tracks. In the footage, recorded from inside the...
