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The City Is Between The Southern Bank Of The Brahmaputra River And The Foothills Of The Shillong Plateau, With LGB International Airport.Situated On The Banks Of The Mighty Brahmaputra, Guwahati Is The Junction Of Three Important Roads, National Highways 31, 37 And 40 Can Be Used For Guwahati Tourism As Well.

The Union Finance Ministry on Tuesday (July 8) denied reports that it has directed that inactive PM Jan Dhan Yojana acco...
08/07/2025

The Union Finance Ministry on Tuesday (July 8) denied reports that it has directed that inactive PM Jan Dhan Yojana accounts be closed.

”In connection with reports appearing in media that Department of Financial Services (DFS), M/o Finance has asked banks to close inactive PM Jan Dhan Yojana accounts, the Department of Financial Services has said that it has NOT asked banks to close inactive PM Jan Dhan Yojana accounts,” the Ministry said in a statement.

The statement added that the Department of Financial Services had started a three-month campaign from July 1 to deepen the adoption of PM Jan Dhan Yojana accounts, Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana, Atal Pension Yojana, and other welfare schemes.

“Banks will also carry out re-KYC of all due accounts during this campaign,” it said.

“DFS constantly monitors the number of inoperative PM Jan Dhan Yojana accounts and has advised banks to contact respective account holders to make their accounts operative,” the ministry said.

"The total number of PMJDY accounts have seen a continuous increasing trend and no incidents of mass closure of inactive PMJDY accounts has come to the knowledge of the department," the ministry further said.

Assam Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah inaugurated the 'Sudhakantha Dr. Bhupen Hazarika Memorial Park' near the iconic artis...
08/07/2025

Assam Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah inaugurated the 'Sudhakantha Dr. Bhupen Hazarika Memorial Park' near the iconic artist's residence at Nizarapar in Guwahati's Chandmari area on Monday (July 7).

"Dr. Bhupen Hazarika is not just a name, he is the identity and emotion of the Assamese people. This newly developed park fulfils a long-standing need of the residents in this densely populated area. I also unveiled a beautiful statue of Sudhakantha, which is now open for public viewing," Jayanta Mallabaruah said in a post on X.

The inauguration ceremony was also attended by several dignitaries including MLA Siddhartha Bhattacharya, Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) Mayor Mrigen Sarania, Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) Chairman Narayan Deka, and Samar Hazarika, brother of Dr. Bhupen Hazarika.

Michelin Star Chef Vikas Khanna is all set to host an 'Assam Tea Festival' at his New York restaurant ‘Bungalow’ to cele...
08/07/2025

Michelin Star Chef Vikas Khanna is all set to host an 'Assam Tea Festival' at his New York restaurant ‘Bungalow’ to celebrate 200 Years of Assam Tea.

As part of the celebrations, the traditional Assamese Gamusa now adorns the front of 'Bungalow'.

Sharing a video on social media platform X on Tuesday (July 8), Vikas Khanna wrote, "Celebrating 200 Years of Assam Tea at Bungalow. In honor of this historic milestone, the traditional Gamusa from Assam now adorns the front of Bungalow — a vibrant symbol of our connection to Assam's rich heritage."

"This Friday, join us in celebration as we offer assorted Assam Teas to every guest — a tribute to two centuries of flavor, tradition, and craftsmanship. And to make the day sweeter, we’ll be preparing Tilor Laru — a beloved Assamese delicacy made with sesame and jaggery. Come raise a cup with us," he added.

Earlier on July 1, Vikas Khanna announced that he will be hosting an 'Assam Tea Festival' at his New York restaurant 'Bungalow'. The announcement was made during a business roundtable hosted by the Consulate General of India in New York at the Summer Fancy Food Show 2025, where Vikas Khanna was the Guest of Honour.

Vikas Khanna, who has visited Assam 11 times, also spoke about his long-standing connection with Assam and also praised Assam's rich culture, distinctive teas, and the warmth of its people.

He emphasized that Assam’s tea, cuisine, textiles, and culture are integral to India’s soft power and merit global recognition.

Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina is all set to make his acting debut in a Tamil film directed by Logan, the makers a...
08/07/2025

Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina is all set to make his acting debut in a Tamil film directed by Logan, the makers announced on Saturday (June 5).

Tentatively titled as DKS Production No. 1, the film is labelled as a massy sports drama and will be backed by Saravana Kumar under the banner of Dream Knight Stories (DKS).

“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the distinguished guests including esteemed celebrities, members of the press and media, devoted fans, cherished friends, respected family members, and well wishers whose presence and support made the launch event of Dream Knight Stories Production a resounding success. We are deeply honoured to welcome Chinna Thala Suresh Raina as the first cast member of our debut film, DKS Production No. 1. Your association with our journey is a matter of immense pride and joy,” the makers said in a statement.

“We also express our sincere appreciation to our sixer, Shivam Dube, for gracing the occasion. Your presence significantly elevated the spirit and stature of the celebration. To all our esteemed colleagues and friends from the Kollywood fraternity, we are truly grateful for your gracious presence. Your encouragement and support hold immense value for us,” it added.

Suresh Raina, popularly known as ‘Chinna Thala’ among Chennai Super Kings (CSK) fans, has a massive following in Tamil Nadu.

His international cricket career spanned from 2005 to 2018 where he represented India in both ODIs and T20Is, with a brief Test series career from 2010 to 2015. Raina announced his retirement from international cricket in 2022.

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08/07/2025

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An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 jolted Guwahati and several parts of Assam on Tuesday (July 8) morning.According to the N...
08/07/2025

An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 jolted Guwahati and several parts of Assam on Tuesday (July 8) morning.

According to the National Center for Seismology (NCS), the tremors were felt at 9:22 AM.

The quake was recorded at a depth of 25 KM, on latitude 26.51 N and longitude 93.15 E with its epicentre at Karbi Anglong district in Assam.

"Earthquake of Magnitude: 4.1, Occurred on 08-07-2025, 09:22:19 IST, Lat: 26.51 N & Long: 93.15 E, Depth: 25 Km, Location: Karbi Anglong, Assam," NCS wrote in a post on X.

There was no report of any loss of life or damage to property due to the earthquake.

The northeastern region falls in a high seismic zone, making earthquakes a frequent phenomenon here.

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday (July 7) announced multiple initiatives by th...
07/07/2025

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday (July 7) announced multiple initiatives by the Government to boost the waterways and maritime sector in Northeast region.

With an investment of Rs 5,000 crore earmarked, the Union Government has drawn up major initiatives in this regard.

At a press conference, Sarbananda Sonowal said the government aims to train 50,000 youth from the region in maritime skills over the next decade, offering them assured employment opportunities in the growing sector.

The Maritime Skill Development Centre (MSDC) in Guwahati as well as the upcoming Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Dibrugarh aims to power this transformation. The CoE will be developed with an investment of Rs 200 crores. Both the centres are likely to produce 500 jobs annually.

The Ministry has undertaken projects worth Rs 1,000 crore in the Northeast’s inland waterways sector over the past two years, with Rs 300 crore works completed and Rs 700 crore slated for completion by 2025.

Major initiatives include permanent cargo terminals at Pandu, Jogighopa, Dhubri, Bogibeel, Karimganj and Badarpur; year-round fairway dredging; a new approach road to Pandu Port; heritage restoration in Dibrugarh; tourist jetties worth ₹299 crore; skill development centres at Guwahati and Dibrugarh; and plans for lighthouses at Bogibeel, Biswanath Ghat, Silghat and Pandu.

"Feasibility studies has been completed and found feasible for operation in Guwahati, Tezpur and Dibrugarh, and cruise vessels are being procured under central schemes," Sonowal said.

"For Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura, the efforts are on to expand IWT infrastructure and promote water-based tourism. The operationalisation of Indo-Bangladesh Protocol Route (IBPR) offers new trade routes bypassing the Siliguri Corridor, strengthening regional connectivity and aligning with the broader vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat," he added.

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday (June 7) said that the government will invest...
07/07/2025

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday (June 7) said that the government will invest Rs 300 crore to build new tourism and cargo jetties at Silghat, Neamati, Biswanath Ghat, and Guijan to support tourism and regional trade.

In a major move toward modern urban transport, Water Metro projects are also planned in Guwahati, Tezpur & Dibrugarh, with feasibility studies already completed, he said.

Sonowal added that the government will also set up lighthouses at Pandu, Tezpur, Biswanath and Bogibeel, each equipped with India Meteorological Centre (IMD) centres, with support from the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change to provide accurate local weather forecasts.

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday (June 7) said that the government will set up...
07/07/2025

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday (June 7) said that the government will set up lighthouses at Pandu, Tezpur, Biswanath and Bogibeel in Assam.

These lighthouses will be equipped with India Meteorological Centre (IMD) centres, with support from the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change to provide accurate local weather forecasts.

Sonowal also informed that the Union Government will invest Rs 300 crore to build new tourism and cargo jetties at Silghat, Neamati, Biswanath Ghat, and Guijan.

Moreover, in a major move toward modern urban transport, Water Metro projects are planned in Guwahati, Tezpur & Dibrugarh, with feasibility studies already completed, he added.

Prime Video and The Viral Fever (TVF) on Monday (July 7) announced that the much-loved series 'Panchayat' will return fo...
07/07/2025

Prime Video and The Viral Fever (TVF) on Monday (July 7) announced that the much-loved series 'Panchayat' will return for a fifth season, set to premiere in 2026.

Sharing the announcement on their official Instagram account, Prime Video wrote in the caption, “Hi 5 👋 Phulera wapas aane ki taiyyaari shuru kar lijiye. PanchayatOnPrime, New Season, Coming Soon.”

The decision follows the remarkable success of 'Panchayat Season 4', which recorded the strongest opening, surpassing all previous seasons in viewership.

Released on June 24, 'Panchayat Season 4' has captivated audiences both domestically and internationally, reinforcing the show's standing as a cultural phenomenon.

On launch day, 'Panchayat Season 4' trended among the Top 10 titles in over 42 countries including the USA, Canada, Australia, United Kingdom, and UAE among others, and was streamed in more than 180 countries during its launch week. In India, it has been trending at #1 spot.

'Panchayat' is produced by The Viral Fever, created by Deepak Kumar Mishra & Chandan Kumar, written by Chandan Kumar and directed by Akshat Vijaywargiya & Deepak Kumar Mishra.

The series features a much-loved cast, including Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, Faisal Malik, Chandan Roy, Sanvikaa, Durgesh Kumar, Sunita Rajwar, Ashok Pathak and Pankaj Jha.

Major Dr Bachwala Rohit (31), a medical officer with the Army Medical Corps, was commended for demonstrating exceptional...
07/07/2025

Major Dr Bachwala Rohit (31), a medical officer with the Army Medical Corps, was commended for demonstrating exceptional professional acumen and selfless commitment beyond the call of duty.

On Saturday (July 5), while proceeding on leave from Military Hospital Jhansi to his hometown Hyderabad, Major Rohit was involved in a critical medical intervention that exemplified the highest standards of military service.

At Jhansi Railway Station, he noticed a woman in visible distress near the lift area. She had fallen from a wheelchair and was in advanced labour.

Displaying exemplary presence of mind and clinical skill, Major Rohit conducted an emergency delivery on the railway platform itself, using improvised resources including a towel, a knife and hair clips.

The newborn was unresponsive at birth; however, Major Rohit successfully resuscitated the infant.

The mother later developed complications related to the placental delivery, which he managed effectively using available protective measures and clinical judgment.

Both the mother and the newborn were stabilized under Major Rohit's care and subsequently transferred to a government medical facility for further management.

"Major Rohit’s swift and decisive action, under non-clinical and resource-constrained circumstances, is a testament to his medical proficiency, composure under pressure, and unwavering commitment to the ethos of the Armed Forces," Indian Army said in a post on X on Monday (July 7).

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