NEET UG 2025 Returns to Pre-COVID Format; Assam CM Calls for Enhanced Security

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that the NEET UG 2025 examination will revert to its pre-COVID format, a move aimed at streamlining the medical entrance process. Scheduled for May 4, 2025, the exam will require candidates to answer 180 mandatory questions within 180 minutes, eliminating the section-wise choice system introduced during the pandemic….

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Assam CM Praises APDCL for Securing 2nd Place in National Rankings

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has commended the Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL) for achieving the second position in the latest national DISCOM rankings. The rankings, released by the Ministry of Power, evaluate power distribution companies based on financial sustainability, performance excellence, and compliance with regulations. Taking to social media, CM Sarma expressed…

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Assam Becomes India’s Third Fastest-Growing State with 7.94% GDP Growth

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that the state has achieved a remarkable milestone, emerging as India’s third fastest-growing state with a Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) growth rate of 7.94% at constant prices. The announcement underscores Assam’s economic transformation, driven by pro-investor policies and sustained investments in infrastructure, institutions, and human capital….

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Assam’s Rs 200-Crore Bamboo Bio-Refinery Set to Begin Commercial Production by Mid-2025

In a significant boost to India’s renewable energy sector, Assam’s Rs 200-crore bamboo bio-refinery is poised to commence commercial production by mid-2025. Located in Numaligarh, the refinery is a joint venture between Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) and two Finnish companies, Fortum and Chempolis. It is the first of its kind in India, utilizing bamboo biomass…

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Protests Intensify in Manipur Against Waqf Amendment Act; NDA Ally Leader to Approach Supreme Court

Manipur witnessed a surge in protests against the controversial Waqf Amendment Act, 2025, with demonstrations erupting across several districts, including Imphal East, Thoubal, and Bishnupur. The protests, led by the Meitei Pangal community, have drawn thousands of participants, highlighting widespread discontent over the legislation. Kshetrigao MLA Sheikh Noorul Hassan, a senior leader of the National…

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Sikkim CM Discusses Agriculture and Tourism with Union DoNER Ministry

Gangtok, April 7, 2025 – Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang participated in a high-level task force meeting convened by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER). The discussions, held via video conference, focused on strengthening agriculture, horticulture, and tourism in the northeastern states. The meeting brought together union ministers, chief ministers, and…

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Meghalaya Emerges as Northeast’s Second Most Popular Tourist Destination After Assam

Meghalaya has solidified its position as the second most sought-after tourist destination in Northeast India, following Assam, according to the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER). Known as the “Abode of Clouds,” Meghalaya has captivated travelers with its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and unique attractions. The state boasts iconic destinations such as…

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