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23 Feb

Violence Breaks Out at JNU as Student Groups Clash on Campus

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A "night of terror" gripped the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) campus in Delhi as violent clashes erupted between rival student factions late Sunday evening, leaving several students injured and the university community in a state of shock. The confrontation, which reportedly began over disputes regarding campus space and ideological differences, quickly escalated into a full-blown riot involving sticks, stones, and physical brawls. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene where masked individuals allegedly entered hostel premises, targeting specific students and damaging university property, while security personnel struggled to contain the surging crowds. As news of the violence spread, panicked students barricaded themselves…

23 Feb

Bandhan Bank enables Assam tax payments via Assam e-GRAS portal, 109 branches to assist taxpayers

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Bandhan Bank has enabled seamless State tax and non-tax payments for Assam through the Assam e-GRAS portal, allowing customers to make payments through both online and offline modes. The platform allows users to generate challans and log in using their registered mobile number or username to initiate payments. As many as 109 Bandhan Bank branches in Assam will assist customers in availing the facility. The service covers a wide range of State taxes, including property, land revenue, agriculture and sales tax, along with non-tax revenues such as VAT, application and examination fees, fines, penalties, dividends from state enterprises and other…

22 Feb

Tripura Woman Allegedly Assaulted by Live-in Partner in Delhi

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

A 19-year-old university student from Tripura was reportedly assaulted and raped by her live-in partner in Gurugram, located in the Delhi-NCR region. According to police sources, the accused not only physically abused her but also recorded the assault and issued threats during the incident. The survivor's family has expressed deep anguish, insisting on stringent action; her mother articulated that the family’s life has been shattered by the violence. In response to the allegations, police have filed an FIR against the accused, who hails from Narela in Delhi, under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), specifically Sections 115, 118(1),…

22 Feb

Tripura CM Reviews Plans for Restarting Kailashahar Airport Operations

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha is intensifying efforts to restart flight operations at Kailashahar airport, located in Unakoti district near Bangladesh, which has been closed for several years. He recently held a meeting with officials from the Airports Authority of India (AAI) to discuss the airport's revival, highlighting the importance of the facility due to its strategic location and historical significance during the Indo-Pak war in 1971. Saha indicated that the meeting addressed unresolved issues and strategies needed for resuming flight service. Additionally, AAI officials had met with Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury to explore options for operationalizing the defunct airport.…

22 Feb

From Debut to Distinction: 2 Mizo Battalion NCC Cadets Impress at PM’s Rally, Felicitation on March 3

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Eight cadets from the newly established 2 Mizo Battalion NCC in Lunglei, Mizoram, delivered a notable bamboo dance performance at the Prime Minister’s Rally in New Delhi during the Special National Integration Camp (SNIC) for the Republic Day Parade in January 2026. This event marked the inaugural representation of South Mizoram's NCC cadets at the rally, signifying a significant milestone for both the district and the state. Despite receiving this opportunity on very short notice, the cadets demonstrated exceptional professionalism, confidence, and coordination, earning wide acclaim for their well-executed and spirited performance. The Governor of Mizoram plans to honor the…

21 Feb

Medanta strengthens high-end neuro care with advanced ‘Brain Pacemaker’ surgery

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As neurological disorders account for nearly 10% of India’s overall disease burden and remain among the top causes of disability globally, Gurugram-based Medanta – The Medicity is deepening its footprint in advanced neuro care through its specialised Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) programme, popularly known as ‘Brain Pacemaker’ surgery. Named Best Private Hospital in India by Newsweek for six consecutive years, Medanta has positioned itself as an internationally recognised destination for DBS therapy. The procedure offers relief to patients suffering from advanced-stage Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, refractory epilepsy (adult onset), essential tremor and advanced obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), especially when conventional medicines fail…

21 Feb

ManipalCigna expands Northeast reach, focuses on community-centric health protection with ‘Sarvah’

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ManipalCigna Health Insurance is strengthening its presence in Northeast India with a community-focused expansion anchored around its award-winning health plan, ManipalCigna Sarvah, recognised as Product of the Year 2025 – Health Insurance in a NielsenIQ consumer survey. Designed to make healthcare coverage more accessible, the Sarvah portfolio offers flexible protection options ranging from essential entry-level coverage to comprehensive plans with benefits such as Day-1 coverage and zero waiting periods. The company has expanded to eight branches across key Northeast cities and plans to onboard around 10,000 advisors over the next three years, including a dedicated initiative to empower 3,000 women…

21 Feb

Nissan’s GRAVITE launch at Rs 5.65 lakh signals strategic push into India’s affordable MPV segment

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Nissan Motor India has introduced the all-new GRAVITE MPV at an introductory price of ₹5.65 lakh (ex-showroom), marking the first model under the company’s renewed product offensive and highlighting its strategic intent to strengthen its presence in India’s high-volume affordable mobility segment. Manufactured locally at the Chennai facility, the seven-seater GRAVITE reflects Nissan’s “Made in India, Made for India” approach and its long-term investment commitment to the domestic market. The MPV is designed for modern Indian families with flexible seating configurations from two to seven occupants, luggage capacity of up to 625 litres, and more than 30 standard safety features…

21 Feb

Mother Language Day Celebrated at Bangladesh Missions in Guwahati and Agartala

Sonakshi SarkarAssam, Tripura

International Mother Language Day was commemorated at the Bangladesh Assistant High Commissions in Guwahati and Agartala with several programs on February 21. In Guwahati, the event, starting at 10 am, included wreath-laying at the Shaheed Minar by Assistant High Commissioner Zikrul Hasan Fahad, chorus singing of Ekushey February songs, and an afternoon discussion alongside an Iftar gathering featuring messages from the President and Prime Minister of Bangladesh. In Agartala, the day began with the national flag at half-mast, floral tributes paid by Assistant High Commissioner Hasan Al Bashar Abdul Ulayee, and readings of messages from various leaders. The program also…

21 Feb

Bhupen Borah Meets Amit Shah Ahead of Joining Bharatiya Janata Party, Calls It ‘Right Decision’

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Senior Assam leader Bhupen Borah met Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the Assam State Guest House in Koinadhara on Thursday, in what is being seen as a major political development in the state.The meeting took place ahead of Borah’s formal joining of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The development has drawn attention across political circles in Assam.Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Borah thanked Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for arranging the interaction. He said the Chief Minister personally took the initiative to facilitate the meeting and also visited his residence before the event. “I would like to thank…