MLAs raise alarm over Deepor Beel dumping, stone-crusher pollution in Assembly

Guwahati, Nov 26: On the second day of the Winter Session of the Assam Legislative Assembly, members raised concerns over pollution around Deepor Beel and unregulated stone-crushing units in Dhakuakhana under Rule 301 (Special Mention). The discussion saw sharp exchanges between the treasury and the opposition, with the government defending its measures while MLAs demanded … Read more

'No Confusion In Congress': DK Shivakumar Rejects Leadership Change Buzz In Karnataka; Video

Amid speculation over leadership change in Karnataka, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Wednesday said that all party-related issues would be discussed internally and not in the media. Speaking to the reporters in Bengaluru, Shivakumar said, “I don’t want to speak about anything in the media. We will discuss the party’s issues in the four … Read more

Mandi Dhan Bhav Today November 26 2025 – Know Where Paddy Prices Rise And Fall

Mixed increases were observed in paddy prices in several major agricultural markets nationwide today. While hand-quality varieties showed strength, combine-quality paddy prices remained stable in some areas and slightly declined in others. Market experts believe the current surge in demand for hand-quality paddy is due to rice millers’ increased purchases of better-grained consignments for processing. … Read more

Higher capex drives faster growth in India’s lower-income states

New Delhi, Nov 26:  India’s lower-income states are showing early signs of “growth convergence” after the pandemic, indicated by a rise in state public capital expenditure that has helped some lagging regions grow faster than richer states, a report said on Wednesday. Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Bihar are standout states with higher public capex … Read more

Assam govt tables Education Bill with sweeping reforms; BTR alleges Accord breach

Guwahati, Nov 26: Education Minister Ranoj Pegu, on Wednesday, tabled the Assam Education Bill in the Legislative Assembly, outlining a series of significant reforms aimed at restructuring the provincialisation process. The bill aims to ease teacher transfer norms and improve financial benefits for teaching and non-teaching staff across the state. Speaking to the press after … Read more

Indian envoy, US Under Secretary hold talks on bilateral economic engagement

Washington, Nov 26:  India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra held a wide ranging conversation on India-US bilateral economic engagement agenda with Jacob Helberg, the 22nd Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs. “Congratulated US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg on assuming his responsibilities. Had a wide ranging conversation … Read more

Assam tables Karbi Welfare Council Bill, moves to tighten councils’ financial rules

Guwahati, Nov 26: The Assam government, on Wednesday, introduced the Karbi Welfare Autonomous Council Bill 2025 in the State Assembly, proposing the creation of a dedicated autonomous body aimed at safeguarding the interests of Karbi communities living outside the traditional hill districts of Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao. The proposed council will cover Karbi populations … Read more