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17 Apr

Amazon India expands smartchoice to tablets amid soaring demand, eyes regional growth

Business Bureau0 CommentsBusiness

Amazon India has announced the expansion of its Smartchoice program to the fast-growing tablet category, following the program’s success in the laptop segment. In 2024 alone, one in four laptops sold on Amazon India was a Smartchoice recommendation, with the initiative contributing to a 30% growth in premium laptop sales. Designed to simplify purchasing decisions, the Smartchoice program offers expert-validated recommendations based on specific customer needs such as education, gaming, entertainment, and professional use. Tablets—witnessing a 26% year-over-year growth—are now part of this curated experience, featuring top-rated models from Samsung, Lenovo, Asus, Honor, Acer, and HP. “With customers overwhelmed by…

17 Apr

NHAI asked to repair Meghalaya NH-6 highway within 2 months

Sonakshi Sarkar0 CommentsMeghalaya

The High Court of Meghalaya on Wednesday adjourned a PIL on the strengthening and improvement work of the 102 km long Jowai-Ratacherra project of National Highway 6 till June 18, 2025 with the expectation that the respondent authority will be in a position to file a completion report. During the hearing of the PIL, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) sought two months’ time from the court to complete the project work. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Indra Prasanna Mukerji and Justice Wanlura Diengdoh said further to a February 24, 2025 order issued by the court, the Project…

17 Apr

On the first day of Bohag, Rang Ghar is filled with joy

Banasree Sarkar0 CommentsAssam

As the 17th Greater Rangpur Rongali Bihu was celebrated with grandeur and tradition, the historic Rang Ghar grounds, which were constructed in 1746 by Swargadeo Pramatta Singha, came to life with color and celebration. The All Tai Ahom Students' Union (ATASU) threw this colorful celebration to welcome Bohag, the Assamese New Year. Bihu was traditionally observed with regal grandeur at the Rang Ghar Bakori (courtyard) under the reign of Swargadeo Rudra Singha. The festival brought back that long-standing custom and turned the historic monument into a hub of historical and cultural cohesion. Basanta Gogoi, the president of ATASU Central, lit…

17 Apr

Gold futures increase record high of Rs 94,781 per 10 grams

Priyanka Roy0 CommentsBusiness, News

New Delhi, Gold prices hit an all-time high of Rs 94,781 per 10 grams in futures trade on Wednesday in line with a strong global trend.On the Multi Commodity Exchange, contracts for June delivery hit a record high of Rs 94,781 per 10 grams in early trade.Later, the gains narrowed by Rs 1,317 or 1.41 percent to Rs 94,768 per 10 grams, with an open interest of 21,211 lots.Analysts say the ongoing US-China trade war has fuelled safe-haven demand."The dollar remained under pressure and was trading near a two-year low, which further fuelled the rally in gold," said Rahul Kalantri,…

16 Apr

Kohima DC tightly prohibits forest fires, warns of legal action

Banasree Sarkar0 CommentsNagalandKohima

Kohima's Deputy Commissioner, B. Henok Buchem, has issued a strict directive in favor of a complete ban on jungle and forest burning in an effort to curb the increasing number of forest fire incidents in the district. The regulation is a component of a larger effort to control the rapidly increasing hazard posed by wildfires, which are caused by deliberate and careless fire-starting activities. The Deputy Commissioner emphasized that these fires have seriously endangered human lives and caused significant harm to public property and wildlife habitats. Uncontrolled wildfires not only destroy the environment but also endanger the lives of those…

16 Apr

Meghalaya faces Class XI admission crunch

Sonakshi Sarkar0 CommentsMeghalaya

While the high pass percentage in the SSLC examinations has been widely celebrated across the state, it has also presented a significant challenge for the state government insofar as accommodating the surge of students seeking admission into Class XI is concerned. This year, a total of 55,475 students passed the SSLC examinations, surpassing the state’s existing Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC) capacity of 51,000 seats. To bridge the gap, the East Khasi Hills district administration convened a meeting on April 14 with heads of all educational institutions offering Plus Two (HSSLC) courses. During the meeting, the district administration appealed…

16 Apr

Vedanta shares gain 3% after talks with Assam CM on Rs 50,000 crore investment plan

Priyanka Roy0 CommentsBusiness, News

Shares of mining major Vedanta jumped over 3 per cent on April 15, a day after Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held talks with the company to draw up a detailed plan for the group's Rs 50,000 crore investment in the state.Speaking at the Advantage Assam Summit in February, Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal had said the group would invest Rs 50,000 crore in the oil and gas sector of Assam and Tripura in the next 3-4 years.Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took to Twitter to share an update and said, "In Advantage Assam 2, we received investment…

15 Apr

Vedanta to invest in Assam’s oil and gas sector

Banasree Sarkar0 CommentsAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met with Vedanta Group, a major energy company in the private sector, on Monday to draft a comprehensive strategy for the Rs 50,000 crore investment that was announced for the state. This is a big step for the state. In February, Anil Agarwal, the chairman of the Vedanta Group, declared that the company would invest Rs 50,000 crore in the oil and gas industry in Assam and Tripura during the following three to four years. “Today I had an extensive meeting with representatives from Vedanta to chalk out a time frame on realizing these…

15 Apr

30 non tribals shops closed down by FKJGP in Meghalaya

Sonakshi Sarkar0 CommentsMeghalaya

More than 30 shops owned by non-tribals allegedly operating without valid trading licences from the KHADC were closed down by the Federation of Khasi-Jaintia & Garo People (FKJGP), South East Khasi Border Circle, on Monday. The crackdown took place at Sonatola, Nongkriah, and Balat markets under Mawsynram in East Khasi Hills. In a statement issued on Monday, president of the FKJGP South East Khasi Border Circle, Kyrmen Shangdiar, said the action followed surprise inspections of trading licences in various local markets along the Indo-Bangladesh border in Mawsynram Block. During the checks, the federation found that many non-tribal shopkeepers lacked trading…

15 Apr

You are not skipping your dinner right?

Banasree Sarkar0 CommentsHealth

Dinner has a direct effect on digestion, metabolism, sleep patterns, and even weight control. By maintaining energy levels throughout the night, a well-balanced dinner can boost muscular recovery, help control blood sugar levels, and encourage sound sleep. Protein, fiber, and healthy fats should all be well-balanced during dinner, and processed foods and high sugar intake should be avoided as they may disrupt sleep. Plant-based protein, fiber, and vital minerals are abundant in a warm bowl of lentil soup. When paired with whole-grain toast, it gives you steady energy and keeps you feeling full all night long without making you feel…