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Assam OIL facility fire: death toll rises to four as another injured dies; four suspended
OIL has instituted a high-level inquiry to probe into the incident
Assam OIL facility fire: death toll rises to four as another injured dies; four suspended
OIL has instituted a high-level inquiry to probe into the incident
Toll in OILs Assam facility fire rises to 4 as another injured dies
The PSU has announced an ex gratia of 10 lakh to the next of kin of each deceased, and 5 lakh to each injured person
A Delight To Watch All These Years - Raman Lauds Shami After Pacer Quits Test Cricket
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Former India opener WV Raman, who oversaw Mohammed Shamis early days in domestic cricket as Bengals head coach, paid a warm tribute to the fast bowler following him retiring from Test cricket. Shami, known for extracting seam movement and swing with both the new and the old ball, announced his decision to quit the longest format on Friday night. Shami bows out with 229 wickets from 64 Test matches, including picking six five-wicket hauls. That tally makes him the sixth-most successful Indian fast bowler in the history of the format. Mohd Shami has been a delight to watch all these years during which time he made an indelible impact in the toughest format of the game arguably -- Test cricket! Well done Shami.. Have fun till you have had enough of this game.. wrote Raman on his X account on Sunday. The bond between Shami and Raman goes back to 2010, when the former was in charge of Bengal senior mens team. It was under his watch that Shami made his Ranji Trophy debut, against Assam on November 17 in that year, and went on to establish himself as the sides leading bowler before getting into the Indian team in 2013. Hailing from Sahaspur Alinagar village in Uttar Pradeshs Amroha district, Shami got into playing club cricket in Kolkata in order to pursue better playing opportunities. From there, he came into the Bengal team and then made his mark for the Indian Test team. Shamis contribution on overseas tours was particularly significant - claiming 145 wickets in 41 away games at an average of 30.33. At home, where pitches rarely favoured quick bowlers, Shami was even more potent, picking up 76 wickets at a stunning average of 22.1. Shamis last appearance in whites for India came in the 2023 World Test Championship final against Australia. While his Test journey is over, Shami will continue to play white-ball cricket. He has been named in Bengals 19-member squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which gets underway on November 14. Shamis contribution on overseas tours was particularly significant - claiming 145 wickets in 41 away games at an average of 30.33. At home, where pitches rarely favoured quick bowlers, Shami was even more potent, picking up 76 wickets at a stunning average of 22.1. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Guwahati Kali Puja Pandal Celebrates Assam's Tea Heritage, Bamboo Craft And Rang Ghar
A Kali Puja pandal in Guwahati is showcasing three defining elements of Assam's cultural identity its tea heritage, traditional bamboo craftsmanship and the historic Rang Ghar. Set up by Vivekananda Sporting Club in Kalapahar, the pandal carries the theme 'Colour of Soil Tea, Bamboo and Rang Ghar'. It marks 200 years of Assam's tea industry while celebrating the state's architectural legacy, with locally sourced bamboo extensively used in its construction.
Manisankar Murasingh To Lead Tripura In First Four Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Matches
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Seam-bowling all-rounder Manisankar Murasingh will captain Tripura in the opening four matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026/27, with pacer Abhijit Sarkar named as the vice-captain in a jumbo 21-member squad. The Tripura Cricket Association (TCA) announced the team in a press release signed by its honorary secretary Subrata Dey and posted on their website on Sunday. Placed in Elite Group C, Tripura will play all seven of their league fixtures between New Chandigarh and Mohali. They will open their campaign against Andhra in New Chandigarh on November 14 before facing Puducherry in Mohali two days later. The side will return to New Chandigarh for a day-night clash against Madhya Pradesh on November 18, and wrap up the first leg of the group stage against Kerala in Mohali on November 20. The selectors have picked senior India batter Mandeep Singh, who is back with the team as the guest player this season. In the batters group, where nine members are present, Lakshay Thareja, who previously played for Delhi in domestic cricket, has been included. Apart from Murasingh, Bikram Debnath and Saurabh Das are the other all-rounders. The pace bowling attack will be spearheaded by vice-captain Sarkar, with Saruk Hossain and Danveer Singh providing support, while Viki Saha, Sandip Sarkar, Parvez Sultan and Chiranjit Paul form the spin bowling department. Sentu Sarkar and Arka Prabha Sinha are the two wicketkeepers in the squad, while the TCA has also named eight stand-by players. After the first four games, Tripura are scheduled to take on Himachal Pradesh in Mohali on November 22, Maharashtra at New Chandigarh on November 24, and Assam in a day-night fixture at the same venue on November 26. Tripura arrive after pulling off a stunning 133-run victory over former Ranji Trophy champions Saurashtra in their final game of the first phase of the competition, with Sandip and Abhijit taking seven wickets between themselves. Tripura squad: Bikram Kumar Das, Sridam Paul, Subham Sutradhar, Arindam Barman, Mandeep Singh, Anandh Bhowmik, Tanmoy Das, Saptajit Das, Lakshay Thareja, Manisankar Murasingh (captain), Bikram Debnath, Saurabh Das, Abhijit Sarkar (vice-captain), Saruk Hossain, Danveer Singh, Sentu Sarkar (wk), Arka Prabha Sinha (wk), Viki Saha, Sandip Sarkar, Parvez Sultan and Chiranjit Paul. Tripura arrive after pulling off a stunning 133-run victory over former Ranji Trophy champions Saurashtra in their final game of the first phase of the competition, with Sandip and Abhijit taking seven wickets between themselves. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
The fascination with the supernatural has long provided Indian filmmakers with fertile ground for exploring mythology, folklore, forgotten histories and cultural anxieties. Kauriburi: The Cursed Temple, also known as Kauriburir Mandir, directed by Sayantan Ghosal, attempts to capitalise on this tradition by placing its mythological horror narrative in the mysterious wilderness of Assam. Released in [] The post Kauriburi: The Cursed Temple Where Assam Became a Landscape of Supernatural Stereotypes appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Oil India Limited In Assam Suspends 4 Officials After 3 Killed In Fire
The action comes as the death count in the incident rose to three on Saturday with another critically injured worker dying due to burn injuries.
Arijit Singh Visits Kamakhya Devi Temple With Family
Singer Arijit Singh visits the Kamakhya Devi Temple in Assam with his family and offers prayers to the goddess.
Agitation against Gyanesh Kumar will go on till he is removed: K C Venugopal
Alappuzha (Keralam), Nov 8 (PTI) AICC general secretary K C Venugopal on Sunday said the Congress-led agitation against CEC Gyanesh Kumar would continue until he was removed from the post and the countrys electoral system was made impartial and transparent. Speaking to reporters here, Venugopal said protests were continuing across states and districts, with only a brief pause expected during the Diwali festival. He described the November 1 rally organised by the Congress in New Delhi as one of the strongest protests witnessed in the country, saying the party was fighting against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister
Civil liberties situation in UP shameful, police have little regard for citizen
Prayagraj, Nov 8 (PTI) Hearing a habeas corpus petition, the Allahabad High Court has observed that the civil liberties situation in UP is shameful and police have little regard for citizens fundamental rights. Taking serious note of the excuse of malfunctioning CCTVs whenever a court demands it, the bench, hearing a habeas corpus plea, said it would be sufficient to accept the petitioners contention that he had been unlawfully detained and that the CCTV footage was deliberately withheld to obfuscate the truth maliciously. A bench comprising Justice Atul Sreedharan and Justice Achal Sachdev allowed the habeas corpus writ petition and
Gold, silver outlook hinges on US-Iran tensions, global inflation data next week: Analysts
New Delhi, Nov 8 (PTI) Bullion prices are likely to remain under pressure next week as investors track developments in the US-Iran conflict, movements in crude oil prices and inflation data for cues on the outlook for interest rates, analysts said. The focus will be on inflation prints from China, the US, Germany, Japan and India. Investors will also closely track speeches by Federal Reserve officials and US employment data. Chinese economic indicators will be important for industrial metals, they added. Geopolitical developments will remain a key driver after US President Donald Trump confirmed fresh military strikes on Iran, while
Atlanta, Nov 8 (he Conversation) People who have lived most of their lives blind often have extraordinary hearing abilities. In new research published in the Journal of Neuroscience, my colleagues and I discovered that this ability arises from how their auditory systems are able to more consistently and reliably process sounds compared with people who arent blind. And interestingly, sighted musicians seem to enhance their hearing through a similar mechanism. Hearing is a complicated process. It involves many stages, starting from how the ears detect sounds and going all the way up to how the brain extracts meaningful information from
'Want justice for son': Woman renews rape charge against Rawat
Jenny, a resident of Assam, has reignited a nearly 23-year-old controversy by reiterating rape allegations against former Uttarakhand minister Harak Singh Rawat, demanding a fresh CBI investigation and a DNA test for her son. Rawat has denied the claims, citing a previous CBI clean chit, and threatened defamation suits against those making or supporting the allegations, including Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. The case has stirred political circles ahead of upcoming assembly polls.
Inter Zonal T20 Trophy: Pranavi Captain, Pooja in South Zone Side
Senior Womens Inter Zonal T20 Trophy is scheduled to be held in Guwahati, Assam, from November 24 to December 4
Rebellions that could and couldnt break NC
Srinagar, Nov 7:While the National Conference (NC) high command was able to quell the dissent after a meeting with the disgruntled legislators on Friday, this was not the first time in the NCs 87-year history that the NC faced an internal rebellion, and this was not the first time that the NC leadership was able to abort the crisis. On Friday, ice broke between dissident NC legislators and the party high command, including NC President Farooq Abdullah and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, after a meeting at the NC chiefs Gupkar residence in Srinagar, where the party top brass assured the dissident legislators that it would address their grievances in phases. After the meeting, statements from both the NC chief and disgruntled NC leaders were reconciliatory, and a storm that seemed to be brewing in the NC teacup dissipated. However, this was not the first in NC history that the party faced a major internal rebellion. IDEOLOGICAL RUPTURE OF 1939 NCs first major ideological rupture happened in 1941, just two years after the Muslim Conference, established in October 1932 under the leadership of Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah, Mirwaiz Yusuf Shah, and Chaudhry Ghulam Abbas, was renamed the National Conference on June 11, 1939. Though the change reflected Abdullahs attempt to build a broader, secular political movement that would represent people across religious communities, the decision was opposed by a section of the leadership, particularly those who believed that the organisation should retain its Muslim political identity. Abbas subsequently revived the Muslim Conference in 1941, creating a separate political organisation. The NC survived, but the split produced a separate Muslim Conference that became an important political force in subsequent years. Historian Suhail-ul-Rehman Lones research, published in Studies in Peoples History in 2017, examines this rupture and its relationship with the competing political visions of Abdullah and Abbas. He writes that the disagreement was not merely about the partys name but also concerned the political character of the movement, its relationship with the Congress, and the direction of Kashmirs political struggle. THE UPHEAVAL OF 1953 The second time the NC faced a consequential political upheaval was on August 9, 1953. Sheikh Abdullah, who had led the NC to power following the accession of Jammu and Kashmir, was dismissed as Prime Minister and arrested amid growing disagreements with New Delhi over Kashmirs political future, the extent of autonomy, and the question of accession. Hafsa Kanjwal, in her 2017 doctoral dissertation, Building a New Kashmir: Bakshi Ghulam Muhammad and the Politics of State-Formation in a Disputed Territory, writes that Bakshi assumed office after Sheikh Abdullah was deposed and arrested on the orders of the Government of India. It was an unconventional rebellion with a group of NC legislators removing the partys most powerful leader, installing his former deputy in his place, and succeeding in the elevation of Bakshi as Prime Minister. The episode had a lasting consequence on Kashmirs polity, with Sheikh Abdullahs supporters increasingly organising themselves outside the ruling NC. BREAKAWAY MOVEMENT OF 1955 Following Abdullahs dismissal and arrest in 1953, his supporters began organising against the new political establishment. On August 9, 1955, Mirza Afzal Beg, a close aide of Abdullah, established the Plebiscite Front, also known as Mahaz-e-Rai Shumari. Beg became its president, while Abdullah remained the central political figure associated with the movement. The Plebiscite Fronts formation was a direct consequence of the political rupture within the NC following Abdullahs removal. The Plebiscite Front faced restrictions and could not participate in electoral politics like a recognised mainstream party. The movement continued until the 1975 Indira-Sheikh Accord, following which Abdullah and his associates decided to dissolve the Plebiscite Front and revive the NC as a separate political organisation, which returned to power in 1977. DNC REBELLION OF 1957 In 1957, Ghulam Mohammad Sadiq, a senior NC leader and former minister in Bakshis government, broke away from the ruling party and established the Democratic National Conference (DNC). Sadiq and his supporters accused the ruling establishment of failing to live up to the principles of the NCs progressive political programme and accused it of corruption and the concentration of political power. His breakaway group included 13 dissenting legislators and former ministers and demanded reforms. They developed a political platform challenging Bakshis leadership. However, the split did not permanently weaken the NC, and following intervention by New Delhi, Sadiq and his associates moved towards reunification with the parent organisation. By late 1960, most of the DNC leadership had reunited with the NC. The reunification itself produced another disagreement with Ram Piara Saraf and a few other DNC members opposing the decision, arguing that the question of reunification should be decided by a full party convention. Sadiq and other former DNC leaders were subsequently accommodated in the government. TRANSFORMATION OF 1963-65 In 1963, Bakshi resigned as Prime Minister and Khwaja Shamsuddin succeeded him, while Sadiqs political position within the party remained significant. Shamsuddins government was short-lived, and he resigned in early 1964. Sadiq subsequently became the Prime Minister. In 1965, the NC merged with the Indian National Congress and became the Jammu and Kashmir unit of Congress. This was a major organisational transformation rather than an ordinary internal rebellion, with the political identity of the NC effectively absorbed into Congress, while Abdullahs supporters continued to operate through the Plebiscite Front. Following the 1975 Indira-Sheikh Accord, the Plebiscite Front was dissolved, and the NC was revived. FIZZLED OUT REVOLT OF 1978 After the 1975 Indira-Sheikh Accord, Abdullah returned to power and revived the NC. In the 1977 Assembly elections, the NC won a comfortable majority, and Abdullah became Chief Minister. Beg, his longtime associate and deputy, became Deputy Chief Minister. However, relations between the two deteriorated, and in September 1978, Abdullah accused Beg of encouraging defections within the NC during elections to the State Legislative Council. Abdullah reportedly relied on the testimony of Maulvi Mohammad Yasin Hamdani, a prominent religious leader and serving Member of Legislative Assembly. Abdullah also demanded Begs resignation from the Council of Ministers, and Beg resigned on September 25, 1978. Begs departure created unrest within the party, with several legislators sympathetic to him, raising questions about Abdullahs control over the organisation. Veteran Kashmiri journalist Yusuf Jameel, in his blog jameelyusuf.blogspot.com, recounts his firsthand experience as a young reporter with Srinagar-based daily Aftab of the NCs internal crisis in 1978. Recalling the episode, Jameel describes how legislators initially believed to be aligned with Beg publicly reaffirmed their loyalty to Abdullah, while Beg complained that the press was giving the NC leaders version of events greater prominence. In October 1978, Beg established the Inquilabi National Conference (INC), taking the confrontation beyond the partys internal structures. The rebellion ultimately failed to dent Abdullahs hold over the party, prompting Beg to dissolve INC in September 1981 and return to the NC fold. SUCCESSFUL JULY 1984 REBELLION Arguably the most consequential internal rebellion in the history of the NC was by Ghulam Mohammad Shah in July 1984 when he successfully brought down an elected government. After Abdullahs death on September 8, 1982, his son, Farooq Abdullah, succeeded him as Chief Minister, although the succession was not universally accepted within the party. One of the principal dissenters was senior NC leader Ghulam Mohammad Shah, Sheikh Abdullahs son-in-law and Farooqs brother-in-law. Shah and other senior leaders were unhappy with the manner in which the leadership transition took place. However, Farooq Abdullah led the NC to a decisive victory in the June 1983 Assembly elections with the party securing a comfortable majority, and strengthening Farooq Abdullahs political position. Things got murky for Farooq Abdullah as the relationship between the Indira Gandhi-led government at New Delhi and his government deteriorated following Farooq Abdullahs political positioning and attempts to develop relations with opposition leaders outside Kashmir. Shah and former Finance Minister Devi Das Thakur began working together to destabilise the government with the rebellion in the NC culminating on July 2, 1984. Shah led a group of NC legislators who withdrew their support from Farooq Abdullah. The defectors secured the backing of the Congress, which provided the necessary support for Shah to form a government. It was Governor Jagmohan who informed Farooq Abdullah that he had lost his majority and denied him an opportunity to demonstrate his strength on the floor of the Assembly. Jagmohan dismissed Farooq Abdullahs government and invited Shah to form a new administration. Shah was sworn in as Chief Minister on July 2, 1984. Uppsala University professor Sten Widmalm, in his various interviews, has documented the role of New Delhi in destablising Farooq Abdullahs government. These accounts also trace the role of Devi Das Thakur in bringing Shah and the Congress leadership together and examine discussions between Governor Jagmohan and New Delhi before Shah was installed. A Jammu and Kashmir High Court proceeding dated July 30, 1984, reproduces the complaint submitted by the NCs chief whip, alleging that 12 members of the NC Legislature Party had withdrawn support from Farooq Abdullah and chosen Shah as their leader. The 12 named members were Abdul Jabbar Sheikh from Kangan assembly constituency; Talib Hussain from Rajouri; Hassam-ud-Din Banday from Hazratbal; Sonaullah Dar from Pulwama; Ghulam Hassan Mir from Tangmarg; Mohammad Khalil Johar from Bandipora; Hakim Mohammad Yasin from Khansahab; Munshi Habibullah from Kargil; Dilawar Mir from Rafiabad; Mehboob Beg from Anantnag; and nominated MLAs Khem Lata Wakhlu and Gurbachan Kumari Rana. Shah's victory, though, was short-lived. He remained Chief Minister until March 1986, and his government faced growing criticism, including allegations of administrative failure and inability to control communal violence. On March 6, 1986, Congress withdrew its support from Shah, who resigned the following day, and Governors Rule was imposed. Farooq Abdullah returned to power in November 1986 following a political understanding with Rajiv Gandhi and the NC and Congress later contested the infamous 1987 Assembly elections in alliance. After Shah became CM, his breakaway political organisation became associated with the Awami National Conference (ANC), which was subsequently led by his wife, Begum Khalida Shah. However, ANC did not succeed in replacing the NC as Kashmirs principal regional political force. RUHULLAH REBELLION OF 2024-26 The latest major rupture within the NC is the confrontation involving Member of Parliament Aga Syed Ruhullah. Unlike earlier rebellions driven by the struggle for ministerial positions or control of the party, Ruhullahs confrontation was centred on the NCs political direction, its electoral promises, and the question of J&Ks constitutional status. The differences became visible after the NC returned to power following the 2024 Assembly elections. On December 25, 2024, Ruhullah joined students protesting outside Chief Minister Omar Abdullahs residence in Srinagar. The protest concerned the reservation policy in J&K and demands for its rationalisation. His participation was significant as he was a sitting NC MP openly supporting a protest against a policy issue involving his own partys government. Ruhullah increasingly questioned the NC governments approach to political issues with his disagreements concerning restoration of Article 370, the partys commitment to its 2024 election manifesto, political prisoners, constitutional rights, reservation policy, and the partys approach towards the Centre. In May 2025, Ruhullah had a confrontation with CM Omar during an NC Working Committee meeting when Ruhullah raised concerns about the partys departure from its ideological position and its failure to fulfil key electoral promises. The disagreement escalated considerably in the months preceding November 3, 2026, when he formally resigned both as a member of the NC and as a Member of Parliament from Srinagar-Budgam constituency. DISGRUNTLED MLAS REBELLION OF 2026 Following the last months cabinet reshuffle, 18 to 20 NC legislators expressed dissatisfaction with the functioning of the government and the party organisation. The legislators sought replacement of several senior ministers, changes in the governments functioning, removal of CM Omars Advisor, greater consultation with legislators, and organisational and administrative reforms. On November 6, the dissenting legislators met NC President Farooq Abdullah and CM Omar at the NC chiefs Gupkar residence and the ice was broken, and tempers cooled. TAILPIECE In reality, other than the rebellion of July 1984, when Shah led a revolt that brought down the elected government and enabled him to become CM with Congress support, most internal rebellions within NC have fizzled out and failed to dent the party.
Jumbo hustle: the transfer of elephants to Tamil Nadus temples
The unseemly haste with which five elephants from Assam were transported to temples in Tamil Nadu raises pertinent questions about the process of animal transfer, and whether the rules are cheat proof. Here, Geetha Srimathi examines the entire issue threadbare, explaining how elephants are acquired for temples in the State, and the yawning gaps in the rules, and processes that allow humans to trade in pachyderms.
Assams 600-year-old mask-making tradition captivates visitors at Bharat Parv
Dibrugarh OIL blast: 2 injured workers die, toll rises to 3
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240 Black Softshell Turtle hatchlings released into protected water body in Assam
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 7 (IANS) In a significant boost to the conservation and recovery of the critically endangered Black Softshell Turtle (BST), locally known as Bormuria Kaso (Nilssonia nigricans), 240 hatchlings were released on Saturday into a protected waterbody under the Biswanath Wildlife Division in Assam. A senior forest official said that the release was jointly organised by the Wildlife Survival Alliance Foundation India (WSAFI) and the Biswanath Wildlife Division, in collaboration with Kaziranga Tiger Reserve and the Assam Forest Department, as part of the ongoing project titled 'Conservation and Recovery of Black Softshell Turtle in Assam'. The conservation initiative has been underway for nearly a decade. The Black Softshell Turtle, which was once declared 'Extinct in the Wild' in the early 2000s, has shown encouraging signs of recovery due to sustained conservation efforts, the official said. The species now has a stable population in the Brahmaputra-Kaziranga landscape, although it continues to be classified as 'Critically Endangered'. The historic Nagshankar Temple has played a significant role in the conservation programme. During the annual nesting season in March and April, eggs are collected from the temple pond premises and transported for artificial incubation at Biswanath Ghat under controlled conditions. This process helps minimise egg losses caused by predators, particularly mongooses, and improves hatching success. The hatchlings emerge during July and August and are subsequently shifted to a grow-out facility, where they are reared for around three months. During this period, they are fed fresh small fish to improve their body weight and strengthen their chances of survival after being released into their natural habitat. According to the official, since 2021, WSAFI, formerly known as TSA Foundation India, has released more than 1,000 Black Softshell Turtle hatchlings into the wild as part of its sustained efforts to rebuild the population of the threatened species in Assam. The release programme was attended by Naduar MLA Padma Hazarika, Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) of Biswanath Wildlife Division, the concerned Range Officer, Nagshankar Temple Committee Secretary Rajib Barua, WSAFI Northeast Project Coordinator Upamanyu Chakraborty, Aditya Dey and Krishna Das. As part of the programme, the guests were felicitated with handwoven gamosas featuring turtle motifs. The gamosas were crafted by members of Kaso Sakhi, a local women's alternative livelihood group supported by WSAFI under its community livelihood initiative. The initiative seeks to promote sustainable alternative sources of income for local communities and reduce their dependence on river-based livelihoods, thereby linking biodiversity conservation with community participation and economic empowerment. Often referred to as the 'water vultures', softshell turtles play an important ecological role in maintaining the health of aquatic ecosystems. As scavengers, they help remove organic waste and maintain the cleanliness of waterbodies, contributing to ecological balance. The latest release represents another important milestone in the long-running efforts to revive the Black Softshell Turtle population in Assam. It also highlights the importance of sustained conservation measures, scientific breeding and rearing practices, and community participation in protecting threatened aquatic species. With more hatchlings being successfully raised and released into protected habitats, the initiative has renewed hopes for the long-term survival and recovery of the species in its natural environment.
Harshvardhan Rane seeks blessings at Kamakhya Temple ahead of Diwali
Harshvardhan Rane offered prayers at the revered Kamakhya Temple in Assam ahead of Diwali.The 'Sanam Teri Kasam' actor took to his official Instagram handle and published a couple of glimpses of his religious visit.
Assam: 240 critically endangered Black Softshell Turtle hatchlings released in Biswanath
Guwahati: In a significant step towards conserving the critically endangered Black Softshell Turtle (BST), locally known as Bormuria Kaso (Nilssonia nigricans), 240 hatchlings were released into a protected waterbody under the Biswanath Wildlife Division in Assam. The release was carried out by the Wildlife Survival Alliance Foundation India (WSAFI) in collaboration with the Biswanath Wildlife [] The post Assam: 240 critically endangered Black Softshell Turtle hatchlings released in Biswanath appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Young voters overwhelmingly backed Democrats this year. The question is whether they
WASHINGTON, November 7, 2026 (AP) Andy Soma, 24, doesnt identify with either political party, and hes been skipping elections since he became old enough to vote. But this year, disappointed with the economy and President Donald Trumps war with Iran, he cast his midterm ballot for Roy Cooper, the North Carolina Democrat now headed to the Senate. I would describe it as the first time that Ive truly felt the need to vote, said Soma, who is pursuing a Ph.D. in mathematics at North Carolina State University. He said he wanted to kind of take a stand, if you
Guwahati: Six handles, 11 hours: Army flags Pak-backed fake China incursion campaign
Extreme weather hits 92% of days in 2026, Assam among five worst-affected states
Guwahati: Extreme weather events are becoming increasingly frequent and severe across India, with at least one part of the country experiencing such events on most days of the year. Between 2022 and 2026, extreme weather was recorded on 86 to 99 per cent of days annually, according to a report by the Centre for Science [] The post Extreme weather hits 92% of days in 2026, Assam among five worst-affected states appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Dhaka mission tracking 2 Assam women expelled to Bangladesh, Centre tells HC
Assam Woman Says Congress Leader Assaulted Her, Demands DNA Test Of Son
Jenny alleged that she was taken to Rawat's residence in Yamuna Colony in 2002 by one of his party workers when she was 16 years old. She claimed that she stayed at his house for around one and a half to two months.
The court clarified that an employee cannot claim pensionary benefits under Rule 49(2) merely because he has completed 10 years of qualifying service if Rule 26(1), which provides for forfeiture of past service upon resignation, applies to his case
Assam OIL facility fire death toll rises to three
Two workers succumbed to their injuries at a private hospital in Guwahati on November 7
Death toll in explosion at Oil India's facility in Assam rises to three
Three people have died following an explosion at Oil India Limited's facility in Dibrugarh. The incident occurred during maintenance work at the Intermediate Tank Farm on Friday. Two of the deceased were workers and an engineer who succumbed to burn injuries. The injured were initially treated at Assam Medical College, with three remaining in critical condition. Oil India Limited announced compensation for the families of the deceased and injured individuals.
A total of 28 illegal immigrants apprehended, expelled: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
In a post on X, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said the State government would continue its drive against infiltration and would not compromise on Assam's security and identity
Adhikari gives police free hand to tackle crimes against women, drug smuggling in Bengal
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 7 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday said he had given the police a free hand to deal with crimes against women and narcotics smuggling in the state, warning that political interference in these matters would not be tolerated. At the same time, Adhikari, who also holds the police portfolio, issued a stern warning against attacks on police personnel and vandalism of police stations and outposts, saying those involved would face prolonged imprisonment. I have given the police a free hand in tackling two issues. The first is crime against women and the second is narcotics smuggling. I will not tolerate any kind of political interference in these two issues. At the same time, as the police minister of the state, I will not tolerate any incident of attack on a cop or ransacking of any police station or police outpost. Those attacking police personnel will have to spend years behind bars, Adhikari said. He also warned that those responsible for vandalising police establishments would have to pay for the damage, along with interest. We will recover damages, along with interest, in case of ransacking of police stations or police outposts from those responsible, the Chief Minister said while distributing appointment letters to newly recruited police sub-inspectors at Lalbazar, the Kolkata Police headquarters in central Kolkata. Adhikari advised the newly appointed officers to maintain strict discipline in their daily duties and follow the instructions and orders of their superiors. Highlighting the challenges faced by the police force, he said West Bengal's vast geographical diversity, large population and varied linguistic and cultural backgrounds made policing particularly demanding. There are 11 crore people in West Bengal. On one side are mountains, on the other side are jungles, and on the other are several isolated islands. The police's responsibility is to ensure that public life remains normal. Till now, they did not get any facilities. The police did not have financial security. Now the police will be provided with financial security, he said. The Chief Minister said the state government would focus on modernising the police force and improving the quality of its training. An MoU had been signed with a police training centre in Assam for this purpose, while steps would also be taken to strengthen coordination between the state police and the Central forces. Claiming that police recruitment had remained neglected during the previous Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress government, Adhikari said the new administration had already recruited 11,000 personnel into the state police force. He acknowledged that 46,000 posts were still vacant and said the government would fill them in phases. The recruitment drive would include 6,345 women police personnel and 4,000 constables, he said, adding that further appointments would be made over the coming months. Recruitment in the police will be done again in December-January, Adhikari said, indicating that the government planned to accelerate the process to strengthen the state's policing infrastructure.
Patidar named Madhya Pradesh skipper for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, no room for Tiwari
Digital Desk | Indore, Nov 7 (IANS) Rajat Patidar has been named as Madhya Pradeshs in the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, starting on November 14. Madhya Pradesh have been drawn in Elite Group C of the competition and will play their first four matches in New Chandigarh and the remaining three games in Mohali. Patidar, who has captained Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to IPL titles in 2025 and 2026, may not be available for the entire league phase of the competition. Patidar and left-arm fast bowling all-rounder Arshad Khan scheduled to link up with the India A team for the Mens Rising Stars Asia Cup, scheduled to be played in Doha, Qatar, from November 19 to 29. In the India A team, Patidar has been appointed as the deputy to skipper Tilak Varma. Apart from Patidar, who has played three Tests and an ODI for India, batters Akshat Raghuwanshi, Harsh Gawli and Aniket Verma will have to step up for Madhya Pradesh. There is still no place in the squad for seam-bowling all-rounder Madhav Tiwari, despite having featured for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 and Ujjain Falcons in the Madhya Pradesh League T20 Scindia Cup 2026. The squad features two wicketkeepers in Gawli and Apoorv Dwivedi, while India fast bowler Avesh Khan will spearhead a bowling unit that also includes Mangesh Yadav, left-arm spinner Kumar Kartikeya Singh, off-spinner Saransh Jain and left-arm wrist-spinner Shivang Kumar. Pacer Kuldeep Sen has not been picked due to him currently nursing an unspecified injury. Madhya Pradesh will open its campaign against Kerala in a day-night game at New Chandigarh on November 14. They will then take on Assam on November 16, Tripura in another day-night encounter on November 18, and Andhra on November 20. Madhya Pradesh is also scheduled to face Maharashtra on November 22, Himachal Pradesh on November 24 and Puducherry in their final group match on November 26. Should Patidar depart after the game against Assam, the Madhya Pradesh team management led by Chandrakant Pandit will need to name a stand-in captain for their remaining games. Madhya Pradesh squad: Ankush Singh, Akshat Raghuwanshi, Harsh Gawli (wk), Rajat Patidar (captain), Aniket Verma, Ritik Tada, Apoorv Dwivedi (wk), Saransh Jain, Kumar Kartikeya Singh, Shivam Shukla, Shivang Kumar, Avesh Khan, Tripuresh Singh, Rahul Batham, and Mangesh Yadav.
Assam: Royal Bengal tiger found dead in Kaziranga; territorial fight suspected
Doomdooma: A young male Royal Bengal tiger may have died in a suspected territorial fight with another tiger in Assams Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve. Forest personnel spotted the carcass during routine patrolling near the Teteliguri forest camp in the Kohora Range on Friday and alerted park authorities. A team of officials later reached [] The post Assam: Royal Bengal tiger found dead in Kaziranga; territorial fight suspected appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam groups Paani Campaign covers 3,000 flood-hit villagers
Jeevan Initiative, a volunteer-run organisation, has taken charge of seven villages in eastern Assams Charaideo district for water-related issues
Assam: Death toll in Oil India facility explosion rises to two, engineer dies
A fire broke out on Friday during maintenance work at OIL's Intermediate Tank Farm in Tengakhat following an explosion, according to a statement issued by the public sector undertaking (PSU)
Toll in explosion at OIL facility in Assam rises to two
A fire broke out on Friday during maintenance work at the OIL's Intermediate Tank Farm in Tengakhat, following the explosion
Assam CM encouraging protests against Judges in Zubeen Garg death case: Akhil Gogoi
The Sibsagar MLA says Himanta Biswa Sarmas remarks amount to contempt of court
Oil India Tengakhat Blast in Assam: Second Worker Dies, 3 Remain Critical After Explosion
The death toll from the November 6 explosion and fire at Oil India's Tengakhat facility in Assam has risen, with several injured workers battling for their lives.
Assam OIL facility explosion: Death toll rises to two, 3 critical
In a devastating explosion at the Intermediate Tank Farm of Oil India Limited in Dibrugarh, two workers lost their lives, and numerous others were injured while performing maintenance tasks. Among the deceased was Tapas Jyoti Gogoi, who tragically succumbed to severe burns. Those injured received initial care at a nearby medical college but were later transferred to a private hospital, with three still in critical condition as the investigation proceeds.
Assam OIL facility fire death toll rises to two
Five other workers injured in the incident are undergoing treatment
Assam OIL facility fire death toll rises to two
Five other workers injured in the incident are undergoing treatment
Death Count In Assam Oil India Fire Rises To 2, 5 Injured Remain Critical
A fire was reported on Friday at the Indirect Bath Heater (IDBH) of the Intermediate Tank Farm (ITF) at Tengakhat in Assam's Dibrugarh
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Assam prohibits drone operations near Amur falcon roosting sites
The order follows reports of content creators and visitors flying drones close to congregations of the migratory raptors, apparently to capture photographs and videos for social media
From Vadodara to Palam: The Unforgettable Indian Experiences of Overseas Umpires
Believe it: Australian umpire Ben Treloar recently officiated in two Ranji Trophy matches. His first assignment was the Delhi-Gujarat fixture in Palam, followed by Mumbais match against Haryana. Similarly, Indian umpire Parashar Joshi will officiate in two Sheffield Shield matches and a One Day Cup fixture in Australia. The exchange is part of the 2026 Umpire Exchange Programme between Cricket Australia (CA) and the BCCI. Before Treloar, several foreign umpires had officiated in Indian domestic matches under similar programmes, returning home with vivid memories and interesting stories. Australian umpire Greg Davidsons visit to India in 2020 gave him memories that went well beyond cricket. He officiated in his first Ranji Trophy match in Vadodara, Gujarat, before his next assignment took him to Mumbai. At six feet ten inches, Davidson was hard to miss. People approached him for photographs and selfies, making him feel like a celebrity. The Mumbai airport was very noisy and crowded, like a jam-packed cricket stadium, he recalled. Davidson and his wife, Tracey, also experienced Indian hospitality away from the cricket ground. Tracey, a schoolteacher, was taken to local primary schools in Mumbai by Indian match referee Varsha Nagrey, giving the couple a glimpse of another side of Indian life. Davidson had expected dry, dusty pitches in India. Instead, he found a fair amount of grass and good carry on the surfaces. South African umpire Lubabalo Gcuma discovered that Indian pitches presented a different challenge. In November 2016, he officiated in the Ranji Trophy match between Assam and Maharashtra in Chennai. Officiating here is a different thing altogether, he observed, explaining that the ball could spin sharply or jump off the surface. Standing on a dusty, turning pitch while dealing with loud appeals from several close-in fielders demanded a different level of alertness from what he was used to in South Africa. In November 2016, Australian umpire Sam Nogajski fell ill during a Ranji Trophy match between Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh in Mysuru. He suffered stomach pain and loose motions and was admitted to hospital with dehydration. His illness forced him to withdraw, leaving his Indian colleague, Virender Sharma, in an unusual situation. A reserve umpire, Vejith D, was available, but he was not part of the BCCI umpiring panel and could not take over the on-field duties at the bowlers end. He could serve only as the square-leg umpire. As a result, Sharma had to officiate from both ends. Former England player-turned-umpire Martin Saggers also noted the differences in crowd energy and playing conditions during his Ranji Trophy assignments. He praised the hospitality but pointed out that the long Indian domestic season and dry, abrasive outfields demanded different physical preparation from that required for English county cricket. Treloars first assignment in India was an adventure in Palam. One unusual feature was the regular sight and sound of aircraft overhead. Located in an aviation-heavy part of Delhi, the ground had planes flying over it repeatedly during the four-day match. Delhi piled up 648 for six before declaring, while Gujarat replied with 479. Treloar stood through 318.5 overs in the drawn match. It was his first experience of officiating in an innings in which a team scored around 650. He spent almost the entire match at one end, with only four overs at the other. Treloars Indian experience also brought some unexpected interactions. Players from Delhi and Gujarat approached him to ask where he came from and what he was doing there. He was impressed by their passion for the game and the hospitality shown by players, team management, ground staff and catering staff. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Away from cricket, Treloar explored Delhis markets, bought spices and sampled local food, including dal, vegetable curries, garlic-butter naan and vada pav. A keen cook at home, he was already thinking of taking some Indian flavours back to his family in Australia.
Assam Police obstruct sale & transportation of Mizoram gown-areca nuts: Traders
PLA member hiding under false identity held in Delhi
Gauhati HC quashes activist Pranab Doleys preventive detention under NSA
Dhanteras brings festive sparkle in city; jewellery stores see footfall rise
PM to confer Bhupen Hazarika Natl Award on Usha Mangeshkar on Nov 29
1 killed, 6 injured in OILs Tengakhat facility explosion & fire
Meghalaya readies for Shillong LS bypoll, awaits ECI schedule
Sonowal urges citizens to protect democracy, counter misinformation
Ex-Army personnel among 2 killed in Dhubri accident
SC clubs 4 bail-related pleas in Zubeen case; hearing on Nov 30
No purchase, no sale protest of petroleum dealers on Nov 12
Arunachal Deputy CM receives Bhupen Hazarika Samannay Award, highlights cultural ties
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 6 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein on Friday received the Bhupen Hazarika Samannay Award 2026, recognising the shared cultural heritage and longstanding bonds between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Mein received the award in the presence of several eminent personalities, including Padma Bhushan awardee Jatin Goswami, Padma Shri awardees Surya Kanta Hazarika and Nuruddin Ahmed, and noted actor and theatre personality Pranjal Saikia. Sharing the news in a post on social media platform X on Friday, the Deputy CM expressed his gratitude and said he was honoured to receive the recognition in the presence of distinguished personalities from the cultural and artistic fraternity. He said the occasion made the recognition particularly special as it celebrated the shared cultural heritage and enduring bonds between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. The Bhupen Hazarika Samannay Award is associated with the legacy of legendary Assamese singer, composer, lyricist and filmmaker Bhupen Hazarika, whose contribution to Indian music and cultural integration continues to inspire generations. Popularly known as Sudhakantha, Hazarika used music and literature as powerful instruments to promote humanism, social harmony and unity across linguistic and regional boundaries. His compositions, deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of Northeast India, transcended geographical and linguistic barriers and established him as one of the most influential cultural icons of the region. Mein's recognition comes at a time when cultural cooperation between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh remains an important aspect of strengthening people-to-people connections in the Northeast. The two neighbouring states share historical, ethnic and cultural links, with communities on both sides maintaining longstanding traditions of social interaction and mutual cooperation. The award ceremony also brought together prominent figures from Assam's cultural and artistic landscape, underlining the continuing relevance of Hazarika's legacy in promoting regional harmony. Mein's acknowledgement of the award highlighted the importance of preserving the shared cultural identity of the Northeast while strengthening ties between its neighbouring states.
Sub-adult tiger carcass recovered in Kaziranga; departmental elephant dies after prolonged illness
Sub-adult tiger carcass recovered in Kaziranga; departmental elephant dies after prolonged illness Guwahati: The carcass of a sub-adult tiger was recovered on Friday from the Teteliguri area of Assams Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR), forest officials said. A senior forest official said that the carcass, estimated to be around two days old, was [] The post Sub-adult tiger carcass recovered in Kaziranga; departmental elephant dies after prolonged illness appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
One killed and six injured in fire at an OIL facility in Assam
The oil exploration major said that the fire broke out at an indirect bath heater, which had been isolated since November 4 for maintenance
Assam, Nagaland officials call for cooperation for border security
Gold declines Rs 2,500 to Rs 1.46 lakh/10gm in Delhi as weak Dhanteras demand weighs
New Delhi, Nov 6 (PTI) Gold prices in the national capital declined by Rs 2,500 to Rs 1.46 lakh per 10 grams on Friday amid weak spot demand on Dhanteras, with elevated rates keeping buyers cautious. The 99.9 per cent pure yellow metal fell Rs 2,500 to Rs 1,46,300 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) from Thursdays close of Rs 1,48,800 per 10 grams, according to the All India Sarafa Association. Silver prices also dropped Rs 2,000 to Rs 1,92,500 per kilogram, inclusive of all taxes, from Rs 1,94,500 per kg in the preceding session. Traders said demand remains
Electors of 7 states left out of draft SIR rolls get fresh chance for inclusion in final list
New Delhi, Nov 6 (PTI) Facing allegations of disenfranchising crores of voters, the Election Commission on Friday gave a fresh chance to electors of seven states who were marked as Absent, Shifted, Dead and Duplicate (ASDD), and whose names could not be included in the draft rolls during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. In a letter, the EC directed the chief electoral officers of Delhi, Maharashtra, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, Telangana and Nagaland to facilitate the inclusion of such electors in the final electoral rolls. The decision covers electors who were issued enumeration forms but whose forms were
New Flowering Plant Species Discovered in Assam and Meghalaya
House gherao threat in Zubeen death case poses danger to my family, to be raised in court: Assam CM
The state government honours court orders, and those questioning them are trying to create disturbances in the State, said Sarma, adding that the Supreme Court will hear bail petitions of prime accused Shyamkanu Mahanta and Siddhartha Sharma on November 30
8 more held in Tripura attack on BSF personnel; total arrests rise to 18
Harmeet Dhillon exits after radical overhaul of US Justice Department
WASHINGTON, November 6, 2026 (AP) Harmeet Dhillon, a conservative attorney who oversaw a radical reshaping of the United States Justice Departments Civil Rights Division, celebrated the mass departures of career lawyers and spearheaded sweeping investigations into elite universities, said Thursday that she had resigned from her post. Dhillon had been a powerful and divisive figure inside President Donald Trumps Justice Department since her confirmation last year as assistant attorney general, where she dramatically changed the direction of a division created during the countrys Civil Rights Movement to protect the rights of minorities. We ushered in the downfall of illegal
Gauhati High Court quashes Assam activists NSA detention
The State government invoked the National Security Act against Pranab Doley on July 30, a day after a court granted him bail for protesting a luxury hotel project near Kaziranga National Park
AMCH Dibrugarh Project Technical Support II Recruitment 2026
Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh (AMCH) Recruitment 2026 for the post of Project Technical Support II (Field Worker) will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview. Eligible candidates can attend the interview on 23 November 2026 at Department of Microbiology, AMCH, Dibrugarh. Candidates should report at 11:00 AM. For complete details, candidates can visit amch-dibrugarh.assam.gov.in.
Watch the Official teaser from assamese movie 'Tibro' starring Zubeen Garg, Priyanka Bharali, Shankuraj Konwar, Gorisha & Mishti Chakraborty. 'Tibro' movie is directed by Abrar Khan . To know more about Tibro' teaser watch the video. Check out the latest assamese teasers, new movie teasers, trending assamese movie teasers, and more at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.
Assam opens online registration for Bhupen Hazarika centenary finale in Delhi
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched the online registration portal for Dr. Bhupen Hazarika's centenary celebration. The event is set to be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on November 29, 2026. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the Chief Guest and will confer an award. A large number of national and local artistes will participate in the program.
US voters lashed out at data centres
Sydney, Nov 6 (Conversation) This weeks mid-term elections in the United States saw huge swings to the Democrats, away from President Donald Trumps Republican party. One surprisingly important factor was a rising backlash to the ongoing boom in data centre development triggered by the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in recent years. Americans across ten states overwhelmingly voted in favour of candidates campaigning for local restrictions on data centres. According to exit polls, some 56% of voters said AI data centres were a crucial or major factor in their vote. The data centre push The results are a sign of
New Delhi, Nov 6 (PTI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday slammed the Modi government over Union minister Rajiv Ranjan Singhs remarks that voter ID will replace Aadhaar for identifying beneficiaries for social welfare programmes, saying this isnt just vote theft, its rights theft. The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha termed as a conspiracy the Modi government ministers announcement that benefits of schemes will now be determined not by Aadhaar, but by Voter ID. The conspiracy runs very deep take your time to understand it. Under the guise of SIR, millions of names are being struck off
Fire at Oil India Ltd's intermediate tank farm in Assam's Dibrugarh kills 1
The fire at the Intermediate Tank Farm in Tengakhat erupted around 9.05 am during maintenance work
PM Modi to present Dr Bhupen Hazarika National Award to Usha Mangeshkar in Delhi: Assam CM Himanta
PM Modi to present Dr Bhupen Hazarika National Award to Usha Mangeshkar in Delhi: Assam CM Himanta
Sydney, Nov 6 (Conversation) Is your new phone already slowing down or your expensive earphones acting up? Youre not imagining it. Our products are no longer designed to last, with some barely working a few years before ending up in landfill. Shortening the lifespan of a product is a strategy known as planned obsolescence. My new research takes a closer look at this concept and argues that, by strengthening existing laws, it is possible to make products that last while reducing costs for consumers and the environment. Mountains of e-waste Modern devices like laptops and smartwatches are made of a
X says police order demanding removal of Indian free-speech groups
BENGALURU, Nov 6 (Reuters) Police orders asking X to block online accounts of two of Indias most prominent free speech groups were fake, the social media company told an Indian court on Friday, days after the purported content removal requests sparked a public outcry. The orders, submitted through Xs online reporting form in the name of a senior Delhi police officer, sought the removal of the accounts of the Internet Freedom Foundation (IFF) and the Software Freedom Law Centre, India (SFLC.in), claiming they had defamed the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, the Hindu nationalist group from which Prime Minister Narendra Modis
