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Healthcare, Pharma & Life Sciences 16 Oct 2026, 12:33 PM IST

Amit Shah Praises Assam’s Anti-Drug Drive, Signals Continued Federal Backing for Crackdown

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah has praised the Assam Chief Minister and the Assam Police for their sustained action against narcotics trafficking and for delivering decisive blows to drug networks. The remarks underscore New Delhi’s continued emphasis on coordinated enforcement in India’s Northeast, a region long exposed to cross-border trafficking routes and organized criminal supply chains.

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India Entertainment & Culture16 Oct 2026, 09:08 AM IST

Assamese Film 'Rador Pakhi' Wins Special Jury Award at Moscow Festival

The Assamese feature 'Rador Pakhi' has won a Special Jury Award at a Moscow film festival, marking a notable international recognition for regional Indian cinema. Inspired by an Assam-based writer living with spinal muscular atrophy, the film has drawn attention for its portrayal of resilience, ambition and the human cost of disability.

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India Entertainment & Culture15 Oct 2026, 10:11 PM IST

Assamese Film 'Rador Pakhi' Wins Special Jury Award in Moscow

The Assamese feature film Rador Pakhi has won a Special Jury Award at a Moscow film festival, giving fresh international visibility to regional Indian cinema. Inspired by an Assam-based writer living with spinal muscular atrophy, the film has been recognised for turning a deeply personal story of resilience into a work with cross-cultural resonance.

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India Entertainment & Culture15 Oct 2026, 11:34 AM IST

Assamese Film 'Rador Pakhi' Wins Special Jury Award at Moscow Festival

Assamese feature film 'Rador Pakhi' has won a Special Jury Award at a Moscow film festival, marking a notable international recognition for regional Indian cinema. Inspired by an Assam-based writer living with spinal muscular atrophy, the film draws attention to disability, resilience and the power of storytelling beyond metropolitan film circuits.

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India Sports & Cricket14 Oct 2026, 09:55 PM IST

Assam Hold Firm as Punjab’s Push for an Outright Ranji Win Fades

Assam weathered a sustained Punjab push for an outright victory to keep the contest alive in their Ranji Trophy meeting, resisting pressure across a tense final phase. The result underlined Assam’s discipline under duress and Punjab’s inability to convert control into a decisive finish.

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Healthcare, Pharma & Life Sciences07 Oct 2026, 10:17 PM IST

Unsafe Arecanuts Seized in Kolar as Food Safety Officers Launch Legal Action

Food Safety and Drug Administration officers in Kolar intercepted a vehicle carrying an arecanut consignment that had originated in Assam and moved via Kolkata before being routed to multiple destinations across southern India. Officials said the shipment was found unsafe, prompting seizure and the initiation of legal proceedings under food safety regulations.

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National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 02:47 PM IST

GPS Tracking Study Maps Elephant Movements in Assam to Reduce Human-Wildlife Conflict

A long-running GPS tracking study in Assam has mapped the movement patterns of four female-led elephant herds and a solitary male across three high-conflict districts, offering new data to help reduce human-wildlife clashes. Conducted by the Assam Forest Department and WWF-India between April 2021 and June 2026, the project focuses on Udalguri, Sonitpur and Biswanath, where recurring encounters have made elephant management a pressing governance issue.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 10:39 AM IST

First International Cargo Vessel Sails from Eastern Assam in 78 Years, Reviving Dibrugarh’s River Trade Ambitions

A cargo vessel carrying international goods has departed from eastern Assam for the first time since 1947, marking a symbolic and potentially strategic revival for Dibrugarh’s river port economy. The movement underscores renewed efforts to use the Brahmaputra corridor for trade, logistics and regional connectivity in India’s northeast.

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National Governance & Policy05 Oct 2026, 06:18 AM IST

Sarbananda Sonowal to Flag Off Dibrugarh’s First International Cargo Voyage

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal is set to inaugurate Dibrugarh’s first international cargo voyage, a move that underscores the government’s push to strengthen inland waterways as a trade corridor for India’s Northeast. The launch is being watched as both a logistical milestone and a policy signal for deeper regional integration with cross-border commerce routes.

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National Governance & Policy05 Oct 2026, 03:17 AM IST

Sarbananda Sonowal to Flag Off Dibrugarh’s First International Cargo Voyage

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal is set to flag off Dibrugarh’s first international cargo voyage, a milestone that underscores the government’s push to strengthen inland waterways and expand trade connectivity from India’s northeast. The move is expected to spotlight the strategic role of the Brahmaputra corridor in linking regional producers to cross-border and global markets.

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National Governance & Policy05 Oct 2026, 02:15 AM IST

Assam Flood Relief Delayed as Himanta Says He Will Not Let Akhil Gogoi Claim Credit

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said financial assistance for flood-hit residents has been delayed because he will not allow Raijor Dal president Akhil Gogoi to take political credit for it. The remark comes as Gogoi continues an indefinite sit-in at the State Assembly premises, pressing for the swift release of aid to affected families. The exchange has sharpened the political contest around disaster relief delivery in the state.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy03 Oct 2026, 09:31 PM IST

India Cuts Sugar Dealers’ Stock Limit to 1,000 Quintals from October 15

The government has sharply tightened sugar inventory rules, reducing the stock limit for dealers to 1,000 quintals from October 15 and capping holdings at 15 days of supply. The revised framework also introduces region-specific limits for Kolkata and Assam, signalling a more targeted approach to managing distribution and price stability.

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Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (09:50 AM IST)

NEDFI Posts Strong FY 2025–26 Growth as Income, Profit Hold Firm

The North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd. (NEDFI) delivered a solid financial performance in FY 2025–26, underscoring resilient lending and income generation in a challenging credit environment. Gross income rose 4.40% to Rs. 270.82 crore, while interest income climbed 9.73% to Rs. 214.94 crore, supporting a profit before tax of Rs. 127.77 crore and net profit of Rs. 92.23 crore.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (03:04 AM IST)

India cuts sugar dealer stock limit to 1,000 quintals from October 15

The government has sharply tightened sugar holding norms for dealers, reducing the stock limit to 1,000 quintals and capping permissible inventory at 15 days from October 15. The revised framework also introduces region-specific limits for Kolkata and Assam, signalling a more targeted approach to market management and supply discipline.

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India Entertainment & CultureJust now (03:48 AM IST)

Rima Das on the Delayed Release of 'Village Rockstars 2' and the Fragile Future of Northeast Indian Cinema

Acclaimed Assamese filmmaker Rima Das has spoken candidly about the delayed theatrical release of 'Village Rockstars 2', using the moment to underscore the structural weaknesses facing independent cinema in India. Her reflections go beyond one film, pointing to the need for stronger distribution, sustained institutional support, and a more reliable ecosystem for stories emerging from the Northeast.

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India Entertainment & CultureJust now (12:02 AM IST)

Rima Das Says ‘Village Rockstars 2’ Delay Exposes the Fragility of India’s Independent Cinema Ecosystem

Acclaimed Assamese filmmaker Rima Das has spoken candidly about the delayed theatrical release of 'Village Rockstars 2', using the moment to spotlight the structural weaknesses facing independent cinema in India. Her remarks also underscore the challenges of making films with children and natural settings, and the urgent need for a stronger support system for filmmakers from the Northeast.

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India Entertainment & CultureJust now (11:38 AM IST)

Delhi Exhibition Charts Four Decades of Change in Indian Art

Sakshi Gallery’s 40th anniversary exhibition at Travancore Palace in New Delhi brings together 46 artists in a wide-ranging survey of how Indian art has evolved alongside the country’s shifting social and political landscape. The show positions the gallery’s history as a lens on broader changes in visual language, collecting practice and artistic ambition over four decades.

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Startups & Venture CapitalJust now (05:23 AM IST)

ITC Completes ₹645 Crore Acquisition of Yoga Bar, Deepening Its Bet on Healthy Snacking

ITC Ltd. has completed the acquisition of 100% of Sproutlife Foods, the parent company of healthy snacking brand Yoga Bar, for ₹645 crore, marking a significant expansion of its packaged foods portfolio. The deal strengthens ITC’s presence in the fast-growing better-for-you snacking segment, where consumer demand is being shaped by health, convenience and premiumisation.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (05:02 AM IST)

Technical Glitches Must Be Fixed Before Digital Auction Platform Goes Live, TTAC Says

India’s move toward a digital auction platform is facing a crucial pre-launch test, with mock auctions exposing technical issues that still need to be resolved. The Taxation and Technical Advisory Committee has urged a series of structured, closed mock auctions before any full rollout, underscoring the need for stability, transparency, and bidder confidence.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (11:24 AM IST)

Government Will Not Let Markets Go Out of Control, Says Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said the government is prepared to intervene to prevent disorder in energy markets, underscoring New Delhi’s intent to shield the economy from volatility in fuel prices and supply shocks. His remarks come at a time when macroeconomic policymakers are closely watching imported inflation, fiscal pressures and the broader impact of global crude movements on India’s growth outlook.

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Markets, IPOs & WealthJust now (08:36 AM IST)

Endurance Technologies IPO Opens: Investors Weigh Growth, Valuation and Auto Cycle Exposure

Endurance Technologies’ initial public offering opened on Wednesday, with the Aurangabad-based auto components maker seeking to raise nearly Rs 1,162 crore at the top end of the price band by selling a 17.5 percent stake. The issue follows a strong anchor book of Rs 348.52 crore, but investors will need to assess whether the company’s operating profile and sector positioning justify fresh subscription at current valuations.

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New Delhi(10)Government of India(5)Himanta Biswa Sarma(4)Ranji Trophy(3)Punjab cricket team(3)Punjab(3)