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‘Distorted’ Bihu showcased at Punjab Governor’s House sparks row
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‘Distorted’ Bihu showcased at Punjab Governor’s House sparks row

Guwahati, Dec 3: Despite several efforts to showcase Assamese pride through Bihu dance on a broader scale, challenges persist in maintaining the authentic representation of this folk dance, as often it is being seen performed in a ‘distorted’ manner.Recently, Asom Divas was observed at Punjab...
No division or distinction to be awarded to board exam candidates: CBSE
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No division or distinction to be awarded to board exam candidates: CBSE

Guwahati, Dec 2: To avoid unhealthy competition among the students, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced that it will not award any division or distinction to students in the class 10 and 12 exams. In an official release, the CBSE Examination Controller Sanyam Bhardwaj said,...
Manipuri man, family beaten by unknown assailants in Delhi; police launches manhunt
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Manipuri man, family beaten by unknown assailants in Delhi; police launches...

New Delhi, Nov 2: A Manipuri man, his wife and his sisters were beaten by a group of unidentified assailants in southeast Delhi for unknown reasons, an official said on Saturday, adding that police have launched a probe to nab the perpetrators.According to the police, the Sunlight Colony police...
Navy appointed first woman commanding officer in naval ship: Navy chief
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Navy appointed first woman commanding officer in naval ship: Navy chief

New Delhi: The Indian Navy has appointed the first woman commanding officer in a naval ship in sync with its philosophy of 'all roles-all ranks' for female personnel, Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar said on Friday. Addressing a press conference ahead of Navy Day, Admiral Kumar said the Indian...
All gaps along Pakistan, Bangladesh border to be plugged in next 2 years: HM Shah
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All gaps along Pakistan, Bangladesh border to be plugged in next 2 years: HM...

Hazaribag (Jharkhand), Dec 1: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said India's two major borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh will be completely secured in the next two years, with work underway to completely plug gaps in about 60 km stretch along these two fronts. Shah was speaking after...
Schools in Bengaluru receive bomb threat, students evacuated from premises safely
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Schools in Bengaluru receive bomb threat, students evacuated from premises...

Bengaluru, Dec 1: At least 15 private schools in Bengaluru on Friday morning received an email with a bomb threat on its premises, triggering panic among the staff and parents, police said. The school authorities immediately alerted police, which reached the institutions concerned with...
Commercial LPG price sees Rs 21 hike, Domestic rates unchanged
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Commercial LPG price sees Rs 21 hike, Domestic rates unchanged

Guwahati, Dec 1: In a recent development, the price of commercial cooking gas (LPG) has witnessed a notable increase of Rs 21 per 19-kg cylinder. This adjustment aligns with international benchmarks, impacting the costs associated with LPG used by establishments such as hotels and restaurants.While...
PM Modi to have 7 bilateral meets to deliver 4 speeches in Dubai
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PM Modi to have 7 bilateral meets to deliver 4 speeches in Dubai

New Delhi, Dec 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will have seven bilateral meetings, deliver four speeches and be part of two special initiatives on climate events during his stay in Dubai for around 21 hours, officials said on Friday. He is also expected to attend informal meetings with...
Gujarat: 7 bodies recovered from fire-hit chemical plant in Surat
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Gujarat: 7 bodies recovered from fire-hit chemical plant in Surat

Guwahati, Nov 30: A day after the massive fire at a chemical plant in Gujarat, at least seven bodies were recovered from the premises of the factory during the early hours of Thursday. According to reports, a search operation was carried out inside the premises after the fire tenders doused the...
No one can stop CAA implementation Amit Shah at Kolkata rally
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No one can stop CAA implementation Amit Shah at Kolkata rally

Kolkata, Nov 29: Home Minister Amit Shah asserted on Wednesday that the Central government will implement the Citizenship (Amendment) Act and no one can stop it. Addressing a big rally here to launch the BJP's Lok Sabha campaign, Shah launched a blistering attack on Chief Minister Mamata...
Uttarkashi Tunnel Rescue: Unveiling the heroes behind the rescue of 41 workers
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Uttarkashi Tunnel Rescue: Unveiling the heroes behind the rescue of 41 workers

Guwahati, Nov 29: After 17 days, 41 workers trapped in Uttarakhand’s Silkyara tunnel emerged into the light. The rescue operation, hailed as India's largest to date, prompted cheers and jubilation at the site, offering a collective sigh of relief for the nation. Various participants, both from the...
Explosion triggers fire at Gujarat chemical plant; 24 injured
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Explosion triggers fire at Gujarat chemical plant; 24 injured

Guwahati, Nov 29: At least 24 workers sustained injuries after an explosion triggered a massive fire at a chemical plant in Gujarat on Wednesday. According to reports, the incident took place at the chemical factory located in Surat’s Sachin GIDC industrial area around 2 am following an explosion...
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