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According to the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023, Arunachal Pradesh is among the top three Indian states with the largest forest and tree cover. The state boasts a forested area of 65,882 square kilometers, making it second only to Madhya Pradesh, which has 77,073 square kilometers of forest cover. This accounts for over … Read more

Apple’s iPhone 16 Plus, launched in September 2024, is now available in India at a significantly reduced price through Flipkart. Originally priced at ₹89,900 for the 128GB model, customers can now purchase it for an effective price of ₹45,850 by utilizing exchange offers and discounts. Pricing Details and Offers Original Price: The 128GB variant of … Read more

On January 1, 2025, law enforcement officials in Meghalaya conducted a successful drug enforcement operation at 15th Mile, GS Road, Byrnihat, resulting in the arrest of three individuals from Assam. Details of the Arrest The apprehended individuals are: Ekramul Hussain, aged 30 Monjuwara Begum, aged 32 Nihar Begum, aged 30 During the operation, authorities seized … Read more

The Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) has prolonged its shutdown in Manipur by an additional 24 hours, intensifying protests against perceived governmental neglect of Kuki-Zo tribal rights. Extended Shutdown Details Initially, CoTU declared a 12-hour shutdown from 2:00 PM on January 2 to 2:00 AM on January 3, 2025. Due to a lack of response … Read more

The Assam government has officially declared May 13 as the ‘Day Against Superstitious Beliefs’ to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of superstitions and to promote scientific thinking and rational decision-making. Honoring Birubala Rabha This date was chosen to honor the legacy of Birubala Rabha, a renowned social activist and Padma Shri awardee who dedicated … Read more

A newly constructed Bailey bridge in Sangklang, North Sikkim, was inaugurated on January 2, 2025, aiming to improve vehicular movement in the picturesque Mangan district. Bridge Specifications and Construction The bridge spans 180 feet and has a load capacity of 24 tonnes. It was built by Trishakti Sappers in collaboration with the Border Roads Organisation … Read more

Kaziranga National Park Experiences Unprecedented Tourist Surge in Two Decades Kaziranga National Park (KNP) in Assam has witnessed a remarkable increase in tourist visits since its reopening in October 2024, achieving the highest numbers in the past twenty years.   Record-Breaking Visitor Statistics   Between October and December 2024, KNP welcomed 164,636 visitors across its … Read more

Guwahati, January 2, 2025 – In a significant move to bolster infrastructure, the Assam Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, has sanctioned projects totaling approximately ₹419 crore. Enhancing Rural Connectivity A substantial portion, ₹210.8 crore, is allocated for 104 projects aimed at improving rural connectivity and infrastructure across 12 districts. This initiative is … Read more

India has successfully constructed a 9.214-kilometer fence along the India-Myanmar border near Moreh in Manipur, according to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) Annual Report 2023-2024. The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) executed the fencing project, and work is currently underway to build a parallel road to enhance security and facilitate better patrolling in the area. … Read more