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India has launched the website, theme, and logo for BRICS 2026, scheduled to take place under India's chairship.
13/01/2026

India has launched the website, theme, and logo for BRICS 2026, scheduled to take place under India's chairship.

EAM Jaishankar says people-first diplomacy to guide India’s BRICS leadership as grouping marks 20 years

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Monday said the state has formally entered organised commercial floricul...
13/01/2026

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Monday said the state has formally entered organised commercial floriculture with the dispatch of its first consignment of cut flowers to Assam, helping farmers earn around Rs 1 lakh.

Through this initiative the state govt is promoting the cultivation of high-quality cut and loose flowers suited to Arunachal Pradesh’s diverse agro-climatic conditions.

Petrol pumps across Manipur resumed operations on Tuesday after a three-day shutdown, following talks between the Manipu...
13/01/2026

Petrol pumps across Manipur resumed operations on Tuesday after a three-day shutdown, following talks between the Manipur Petroleum Dealers Fraternity (MPDF) and the State Home Department, easing a fuel crisis that had disrupted daily life and triggered concerns over black marketing.

MPDF convenor Laishram Jogen said the decision was taken after assurances from the government on security arrangements

Majestic Academy, a unit of SPM IAS Academy, organised a felicitation programme in Guwahati to honour candidates who suc...
13/01/2026

Majestic Academy, a unit of SPM IAS Academy, organised a felicitation programme in Guwahati to honour candidates who successfully qualified the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE) 2.0.

Marking a significant milestone for the institution, over 585 candidates trained at Majestic Academy cleared the ADRE 2.0 examination, reflecting the academy’s consistent focus on structured preparation and student-centric guidance.

The programme commenced with an opening ceremony led by Shri Kumar Prashant Sinha, Academic Director, who outlined the academy’s vision and mission, emphasising disciplined learning, strategic mentoring, and comprehensive academic support for competitive examinations.

The event showcased the achievements of the successful candidates and featured cultural performances by students, including music, dance, and poetry, adding vibrancy to the celebration.

The occasion was further enriched by the presence of Chief Guests Shri Mahadananda Hazarika, IAS (Retd.) and Shri Majnur Hussain, IAS (Retd.), who addressed the students and motivated them by highlighting the importance of discipline, perseverance, and consistent effort in achieving success in competitive examinations.

The felicitation ceremony remained the highlight of the programme, where ADRE 2.0 achievers were honoured for their dedication and hard work. Several students expressed gratitude to the academy and its faculty for their guidance, mentorship, and unwavering support throughout their preparation journey.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Shri Chinmoy Bordoloi, Director of SPM IAS Academy, who acknowledged the presence of the distinguished guests and thanked the faculty members, students, and organisers for making the event a success.

13/01/2026

| On the eve of Bhogali Bihu (Uruka), Guwahati’s fish markets have come alive with a festive rush, as buyers throng stalls stocked with everything from rohu, bhokuwa to chital, ahead of the traditional feast.

Curious about which varieties are on offer and which ones are stealing the spotlight this season? Watch our video to find out.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), on Tuesday, acknowledged the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) reluctance to shi...
13/01/2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), on Tuesday, acknowledged the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) reluctance to shift Bangladesh’s matches out of India for the upcoming T20 World Cup but made it clear that it will not back down from its demand, citing security concerns for players and officials.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has written to the ICC on multiple occasions, formally requesting that teams' matches be relocated outside India

The family of Tripura's Anjel Chakma, who had passed away in Dehradun, after sustaining injuries in an alleged racial di...
13/01/2026

The family of Tripura's Anjel Chakma, who had passed away in Dehradun, after sustaining injuries in an alleged racial dispute, has sought a CBI probe into the case.

The deceased's father, BSF jawan Tarun Kanti Chakma, also urged the govt to provide him with a posting in Delhi so that he can fight the case effectively

Eternal-owned quick commerce platform Blinkit has removed its ‘10-minute delivery’ claim from all platforms amid rising ...
13/01/2026

Eternal-owned quick commerce platform Blinkit has removed its ‘10-minute delivery’ claim from all platforms amid rising concerns over delivery workers’ welfare. The move comes following discussions with the Union Ministry of Labour.

Blinkit has revised its tagline from “10,000+ products delivered in 10 minutes” to “30,000+ products delivered at your doorstep.” Other quick commerce players such as Swiggy and Zepto may also consider similar changes.

The labour ministry’s intervention followed concerns over safety, security and working conditions of gig workers, especially after a nationwide strike by delivery partners on New Year’s Eve 2025 over health, safety and income issues linked to tight delivery timelines.

While Blinkit has removed the branding, the ‘10-minute delivery’ promise remains visible on app stores for Zepto, Instamart and BigBasket. Eternal Group CEO Deepinder Goyal has maintained that the promise does not pressure riders, stating that delivery partners are not shown customer-facing timers and faster deliveries are due to closer store locations, not unsafe driving.

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