GMC Asks Pension Beneficiaries to Submit Documents Within 7 Days or Risk Pension Loss

  GUWAHATI: The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has issued a notice directing beneficiaries of the Swahid Kushal Konwar Briddha Pension Scheme to submit self-attested copies of their Aadhaar card and nationalised bank passbook within seven days. ALSO READ: Mother-Son Duo Missing From Guwahati’s Bamunimaidan for Over 45 Days, Husband Seeks Help According to the press release,…

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EC Introduces QR Code-Based ID System to Tighten Security at Election Counting Centres

  GUWAHATI: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has introduced a QR code-based photo identity system to enhance security and streamline access at counting centres during elections, according to an official press note issued on Thursday, April 30. ALSO READ: Riyan Parag Fined for Violating IPL Code of Conduct After Vaping Controversy During Rajasthan Royals Match The…

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SC Orders Fresh Forensic Examination of Audio Clip Allegedly Linking N. Biren Singh to Manipur Unrest

  GUWAHATI: The Supreme Court of India on Thursday, April 30, directed a fresh forensic examination of an audio clip allegedly linking former Manipur chief minister N. Biren Singh to the 2023 ethnic violence in the state. ALSO READ: Betrayal Within: ‘Gaddar’ Row Exposes Deep Cracks in Assam BJP Ahead of Counting Day A Bench of…

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WWII-Era Unexploded Bomb Recovered in Assam’s Ledo, Indian Army Conducts Safe Disposal Operation

  GUWAHATI: A World War II-era unexploded ordnance (UXO) was recovered from a civilian area in Assam’s Ledo-Lekhapani on Thursday, April 30, prompting a swift response from the Indian Army to avert any potential danger. ALSO READ: Betrayal Within: ‘Gaddar’ Row Exposes Deep Cracks in Assam BJP Ahead of Counting Day As per officials, the explosive device,…

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Commercial LPG Prices Hiked by ₹993; Domestic Rates Remain Unchanged

  GUWAHATI: Commercial LPG cylinder prices have been increased by ₹993 on Friday, May 1, amid continued increases in global energy prices driven by the ongoing conflict in West Asia, while domestic LPG rates remain unchanged.  ALSO READ: SC Grants Anticipatory Bail to Congress Leader Pawan Khera in Assam Defamation Case This marks the sharpest single…

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Sikkim’s Girish Pradhan Joins Global Metal Icons for Accept's 50th Anniversary Album

  GUWAHATI: Indian heavy metal vocalist Girish Pradhan has joined an elite lineup of global rock and metal icons for a special tribute album celebrating 50 years of legendary German band Accept. ALSO READ: Commercial LPG Prices Hiked by ₹993; Domestic Rates Remain Unchanged The Sikkim-born frontman of Girish And The Chronicles will perform the band’s classic…

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India Marks Buddha Purnima with Prayers and Messages of Peace

  GUWAHATI: India on Friday, May 1, marked Buddha Purnima, the most sacred day in the Buddhist calendar, commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Gautama Buddha. ALSO READ: Bangladesh Summons Indian Envoy Over Assam CM Sarma’s Remarks Observed as a ‘triple anniversary,’ the day is traditionally believed to mark three major events in the Buddha’s…

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Assam’s Phaagun Jyoti Clinches U-12 Title at National Ranking Super Series Tennis Tournament

  GUWAHATI: Assam’s rising tennis star Phaagun Jyoti lifted the girls’ under-12 singles crown at the All India National Ranking Super Series Tennis Tournament, which concluded on Friday, May 1, at Dream House Resort in Jaipur, Rajasthan. ALSO READ: Riyan Parag Fined for Violating IPL Code of Conduct After Vaping Controversy During Rajasthan Royals Match In the…

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7-Year-Old Indian Swimmer Sets World Record After Completing 29-Km Palk Strait Crossing in Under 10 Hours

  GUWAHATI: Seven-year-old swimmer Ishank Singh from Ranchi has scripted history by becoming the youngest swimmer in the world to cross the Palk Strait between Sri Lanka and India. ALSO READ: Commercial LPG Prices Hiked by ₹993; Domestic Rates Remain Unchanged The young prodigy from Dhurwa completed the demanding 29-kilometre swim from Talaimannar in Sri Lanka to…

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