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09 Sep

‘Bharat’ placard, Modi fuels name change row

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On Saturday, New Delhi is hosting the opening ceremony for G20 summit in the country. Modi uses ‘Bharat’ nameplate instead of ‘India’ for the opening ceremony amid name change controversy. As per reports, he sat behind a table nameplate that read "Bharat", while the G20 logo had both names - "Bharat" written in Hindi and "India" in English. Further, while speaking during the ceremony Modi said "Bharat welcomes the delegates as the President of the G20" raising speculation of a change of name for the South Asian nation.

08 Sep

Assam CM in favor of Barak valley, no separation

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The Election Commission has finalized and released its draft delimitation with reduction of region’s seats from 15 to 13 in the 126 member Assam assembly. Since then there have been protest in the state, Assam. Since 1960s there have been demands of separation of Barak Valley encompassing districts of Cachar, Karimganj, and Haliakandi. Recently, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that he will not oppose Bengali majority Barak Valley separation from Assam if the people of the region demands so. He also added that the people of region are happy with the delimitation. Assam CM said, “Some people always…

08 Sep

Amid trade deal with India, UK PM faces tricky question, G20 summit

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G20, 2023 is to take place in New Delhi, India today, 8 September 2023. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak who is husband of Akshata is the daughter of an Indian billionaire, owner of IT Company Infosys. Ahead of reaching India for G20 summit Rishi Sunak tagged himself 'India's son-in-law' today as he arrives here. But despite the warmth Mr Sunak is facing tricky discussions over trade deal-spat; students should get visas to stay in UK. As per reports, Mr Sunak will also urge India to take a firmer stance against Vladimir Putin for refusing to attend the summit. Mr Sunak said, 'He wasn't…

07 Sep

Healthcare with Cutting-Edge Digital Solutions, UzuHealth app

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In a world increasingly shaped by digital innovation, UzuHealth, a local company born and bred in Guwahati, has announced its official launch with a commitment to provide patients with unprecedented access to high-quality healthcare services. About the UzuHealth App, will translates to Easy Health in Assamese, patients can seek medical advice from their homes. Through secure and user-friendly online video consultations, patients can connect with top-most Doctors all over India, eliminating the hassle and cost of traveling to a physical office and reducing waiting times. Also for those preferring in-person consultations, UzuHealth provides that service too in addition to other…

07 Sep

Mizoram to forward helping hands for Kuki-Zo community, Manipur

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Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga have assisted supporting hands towards kuki-Zo tribals in Manipur, significant hands for resolving ongoing ethnic tension within the people of the state, Manipur. According to the sources, the Mizoram CM during a press meet including 50 Kuki-Zo tribal leaders, six Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) from Manipur addressed the ongoing tension in Manipur. The Mizoram CM said, "The government and the people of Mizoram stand resolutely with the Zo kindred tribes of Manipur and are poised to extend their unwavering support during times of need." Further, the Mizoram CM has also took to his social…

07 Sep

G20 summit in India, 125 countries to participate worldwide

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On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India’s presidency for G20 will sow seeds of collaboration with the countries and striven to bridge divides as India is about to host G20 in India in Delhi. As per reports, G20 summit will be held in Delhi with participation of 125 countries from the world. PM Modi asserted that climate action must be a complementary pursuit for the upcoming summit. The PM further added, "As the G20 president, we had pledged to make the global table larger, ensuring that every voice is heard and every country contributes. I am positive that…

06 Sep

ICC World Cup, match between India and Pakistan, 2023

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ICC World Cup, cricket match is to take place soon in India. As per reports, India is to be play against Pakistan at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmadabad, Gujarat on October 14, 2023. India vs. Pakistan is a most highly anticipated match and fans are too excited to watch the match due to which fans are also facing difficulties in getting tickets for the match as the tickets are selling fast. "The match is on the 14th. I have travelled 2,000 kilometres to watch the match. I will do anything to get these tickets," said a cricket fan. Another cricket lover…

06 Sep

Controversies over G20 invite as ‘Bharat’ instead of ‘India’, Assam

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G20 summit is to be hosted by India this time; members for the summit are being invited from the countries. But there have been emerging controversies after the invitation got release due to the word ‘India’ to ‘Bharat’. According to the sources, oppositions from the nation slam the BJP government for using the word ‘Bharat’ instead of ‘India’. Oppositions accuses that the leading government is mulling to erase ‘India’ to ‘Bharat’. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma accuses the opposition for creating conspiracy to undermine Hinduism and erasing the concept of Bharat (India). He questioned the Opposition, pointing out that…

06 Sep

Botanical garden to be included with new spaces, Assam

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The Assam State Zoo-cum-Botanical Garden, Guwahati, is to be renovated for better infrastructure ensuring the improvement of tourist amenities and the well-being of captive animals. According to the sources, the Botanical Garden is to be modified completely from its parking zone to more other inclusion inside the campus. Veterinary facilities are to be included for animals’ health and injuries. Also for the renovation of the Zoo, authorities are to create new spaces like auditorium for carrying out events for awareness program, special talks and other events with increasing greenery inside the campus.

05 Sep

‘REPUBLIC OF BHARAT.’: Assam CM Himanta Sarma’s post

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On Tuesday, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s post on X became a topic of discussion, the CM twitted, "REPUBLIC OF BHARAT - happy and proud that our civilisation is marching ahead boldly towards AMRIT KAAL.” Since, the post their have emerged talks that the India will soon be renamed to Bharat. As per reports, the government is planning to have Bharat as the official name of India and a bill to the effect could be introduced in the Parliament during the special session called from September 18-22. A political leader reacting to the decision of renaming India said on…