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27 May

Gauhati University Clarifies FYIMP and Affiliated College Fee Structure Amid Concerns

PreetiAssam

Gauhati University has issued a detailed clarification regarding concerns over fee structures linked to its Five-Year Integrated Master’s Programme (FYIMP) and the revised fees for affiliated colleges under the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP), stating that several reports circulated in sections of the media are “misleading” and not based on facts. The university stated that the Five-Year Integrated Master’s Programme was introduced in May 2023 as part of the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The programme was formally launched in the presence of the Assam Chief Minister and Education Minister and was designed to provide students with a…

27 May

AIA Engineering Surges on Strong Q4 Growth and Massive 800% Dividend Announcement

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Shares of AIA Engineering witnessed a massive surge today, spurting 9% in Wednesday’s intra-day trade to hit a fresh 52-week high of ₹4,496.30 on the BSE. The stock comfortably surpassed its previous 52-week high of ₹4,200 set earlier this February, outperforming the benchmark BSE Sensex, which traded flat. This sharp rally was fueled by a stellar Q4 FY26 performance and the announcement of a massive 800% dividend, triggering heavy trading volumes with nearly one million shares changing hands across the BSE and NSE. The company's operational performance for the January to March 2026 quarter showed robust growth across all key…

27 May

Indriya launches ‘Madhuragini’ bridal collection inspired by Mithila heritage and Madhubani art

Business BureauBusiness

Indriya, Aditya Birla Jewellery has unveiled its latest bridal collection ‘Madhuragini’, a 22kt gold jewellery line inspired by the rich artistic traditions of Mithila and the sacred wedding story of Lord Ram and Sita depicted through Madhubani art. The collection aims to blend heritage storytelling with contemporary bridal fashion, targeting consumers seeking culturally rooted yet modern jewellery designs. The collection features necklace sets, earrings, rings, maang tikkas, naths and mangalsutra dolnas across multiple price ranges. Its centrepiece is divided into two signature layers — the Samyukta Haar and the Sita Haar. The Samyukta Haar showcases motifs such as Dulha-Dulhan, Mor,…

26 May

Sudhangshu Das Urges Timely Central Funds, Stronger Support for Fisheries in Northeast

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Sudhangshu Das has urged the Centre to revise the funding pattern under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) for Northeastern states from the existing 60:40 ratio to 90:10, saying the present model places financial pressure on small and marginal farmers in the region. Das raised the issue while addressing a regional review meeting held in Aizawl. The meeting was attended by Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Union Minister of State George Kurian, ministers from Northeastern states and senior officials. The Tripura minister said the unique geographical and economic conditions of the Northeast required a more supportive funding structure under…

26 May

Cabinet Clears 81 Govt Job Vacancies Amid Push for Efficiency and Recruitment Drive

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura has announced a five-day work week for government offices and expanded use of virtual meetings as part of measures aimed at reducing fuel consumption amid rising global crude oil prices. The decision was taken during a cabinet meeting chaired by Manik Saha. Addressing a press conference after the meeting, Cabinet spokesperson Sushanta Chowdhury said all Saturdays and Sundays would now be observed as government holidays. Under the new arrangement, government offices across the state will function from Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 6:00 pm. Earlier, only the second and fourth Saturdays were official holidays. Chowdhury said the…

26 May

Classic Legends bets on after-sales expansion with nationwide care camp initiative

Business BureauBusiness

Classic Legends has launched a nationwide “Legends’ Care Camp” across its authorised Jawa, Yezdi and BSA dealership network from May 23 to May 31, 2026, as the company seeks to strengthen customer retention and improve after-sales engagement in India’s premium motorcycle market. The nine-day service initiative, to be conducted across multiple cities, reflects the growing importance of after-sales service in the competitive mid-capacity motorcycle segment, where customer experience and long-term ownership costs increasingly influence buying decisions. Under the campaign, customers will receive comprehensive vehicle health check-ups along with offers on labour charges, spare parts and genuine accessories. Trained technicians will…

26 May

AIFF Signs Partnership with Estonian Vision SparkObjective to provide international exposure to Indian footballers

PreetiSports

A landmark agreement has been formally signed today between the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and Estonia's Vision Spark. The partnership was announced at a joint press conference organized in Guwahati today. AIFF stated that this partnership with the Estonian organization—which has an elite representative status—aims to strengthen Indian football from the grassroots level through infrastructure, international training, and exposure.Furthermore, under this agreement, Vision Spark and AIFF will jointly provide professional support, coaching, and management to Indian footballers (specifically youth levels and academies). It will create a pathway to integrate local talent with international standards.The primary objective of this collaboration…

26 May

K Sapdanga Announces Merit-Based Police Recruitment and Major Urban Safety Push in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

K Sapdanga on Sunday announced that the Mizoram government will soon begin recruitment for 350 police personnel and 94 home guards, while also launching a major urban safety project aimed at reducing landslides, drainage congestion and flooding in Aizawl. Speaking at a party programme in Aizawl on May 25, Sapdanga said the state government would recruit 150 unarmed constables and 200 armed police personnel through a transparent selection process similar to last year’s recruitment exercise. The minister said the government had already issued a notification for the recruitment of 94 Mizoram Home Guard (MRHG) personnel. However, he clarified that the…

26 May

KTA Alleges Over 35 Groups Collecting Taxes, Flags Rising Financial Pressure on Kohima Traders

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

A newly-formed traders’ body in Kohima has strongly opposed illegal taxation and multiple tax demands imposed on businesses, saying traders in the state capital were facing increasing financial pressure from various groups. The Kohima Traders Association (KTA), an apex body representing 15 traders’ unions in Kohima, on Monday said it would firmly stand by the principle of “One Government, One Tax” and would not tolerate any form of illegal taxation. Addressing a press conference at Crescent Kohima, KTA president Ruokuohetuo Mechiilho said the association was formed mainly to address the long-standing issue of illegal taxation faced by traders across the…

26 May

Rupee Drops to Record Low of 95.43 Against Dollar on Middle East Tensions

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The Indian rupee fell to a record low of 95.43 to the US dollar on Tuesday as safe-haven demand grew as hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough in the Middle East faded. As geopolitical uncertainties intensified, investors aggressively exited emerging market assets, turning instead to the greenback and gold. The steep fall underscores the currency’s susceptibility to global energy shocks and foreign capital flight during times of international crisis. After a stalemate in peace talks, market sentiment quickly soured, fueling fears of prolonged unrest and possible disruptions to global supply chains. India imports over 80% of its crude oil and any…