Actor Pradeep Rawat, who became a household name for his role as Ashwatthama in the TV serial Mahabharat , passed away at the age of 74. The actor, who had been active in Indian cinema and television for over three decades, died on Tuesday. It was his portrayal of Ashwatthama in B.R. Chopra’s popular serial…
Jorhat MP and deputy leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha Gaurav Gogoi today demanded that Union Home Minister Amit Shah make a statement in Parliament over the alleged action taken against student protesters in BJP-ruled states.Speaking to reporters in Delhi, Gogoi said the Opposition’s demand was clear and accused the Centre of acting…
A new life’s dream was left incomplete. Indian Army Major Hamza Arif had tied the knot just a month ago. But while returning to the military camp after completing his duty, a horrific road accident took his life. Major Hamza died in this accident in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer. Two lieutenants travelling with him were seriously injured….
After nearly a month-long protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, the Modi government has finally expressed willingness for talks. As part of the protest demanding reforms in the education system and the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, the ‘Sansad Chalo’ march was carried out today. Following the march, which was led by AISA…
Assam’s endurance athlete Ankita Konwar has scripted history by becoming the first Assamese woman and the first woman from Northeast India to successfully complete an English Channel relay swim. Konwar was part of an international relay team that crossed the English Channel from Dover to Calais in 13 hours and 5 minutes. The relay began…
China has said that relations between India and Japan should contribute to regional peace, development, and mutual cooperation rather than being directed against any third country. Responding to questions about the growing strategic partnership between New Delhi and Tokyo, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson stated that bilateral cooperation among countries should uphold openness, inclusiveness, and…
The investigation into the police raids at two spa centres in Silchar has taken a new turn. As part of that investigation, Cachar Police questioned Dr. Bhaskar Gupta, Principal of Silchar Medical College and Hospital (SMCH), on Friday. Last Friday night, police had detained 28 women during raids at two spa centres located in a…
As part of the ongoing Military- Civil Fusion initiative, the Red Shield Division under the aegis of Spear Corps organised a Security Conference at Laipuli on 01 July 2026 in preparation for the forthcoming Independence Day celebrations. The conference was aimed at strengthening inter-agency coordination and reviewing the overall security framework to ensure the peaceful…
Jefferies has initiated coverage on Radico Khaitan and Allied Blenders and Distillers with a ‘Buy’ rating, citing improving growth prospects and supportive industry tailwinds. According to the brokerage, the outlook for India’s alcoholic beverages sector remains positive, with expectations of steady demand growth driven by rising urban consumption, premiumisation trends, and expanding distribution networks. Jefferies…
A rare Asiatic Black Bear (Ursus thibetanus), a species classified as Vulnerable on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, has been recorded through a camera trap in Shirui Village of Ukhrul district, Manipur. The sighting has been described by conservationists as a major milestone for wildlife protection in the region and…
