NFR achieves 3.5 per cent rise in freight loading in first six months of FY 2025-26

Guwahati- The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is tirelessly working round the clock to serve its customers and ensure the prompt delivery of essential commodities to end users, officials said on Sunday. NFR’s Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Kapinjal Kishore Sharma said that during the current fiscal year (2025-26) up to September 2025, the zone successfully…

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Bihar polls: NDA camp finalises seat-sharing; BJP and JD-U to contest 101 seats each

New Delhi- Ending the suspense over seat-sharing in the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) for Bihar Assembly elections, BJP’s Bihar in-charge Dharmendra Pradhan on Sunday announced that Nitish Kumar-led JD(U) and the BJP will contest 101 seats each while the rest will be distributed in junior coalition partners including LJP (R), RLM and HAM. The…

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China tightens hold on Africa to exploit rare earths sector

New Delhi- China is further strengthening its dominance in the rare earth elements sector by making deeper inroads into African countries, which are rich in critical minerals like cobalt, lithium, and nickel, vital for the production of batteries, electric vehicles, and renewable energy technologies. However, Chinese investment projects have faced criticism regarding worker exploitation, lack…

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‘Women’s safety cannot be conditional’: NCW on suggestions for not stepping out at night

Kolkata- It is the collective responsibility of the police, administration, society and institutions to ensure a secure environment for every woman at all times, National Commission for Women (NCW) Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar said on Sunday in the aftermath of the Durgapur gang-rape incident. Rahatkar reposted a NCW social media post on the Commission’s action in…

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Army honours veterans in Guwahati, provides welfare assistance, financial aid

New Delhi- Under the aegis of Headquarters 51 Sub Area, Guwahati, Assam, the ‘Veterans Swabhiman Rally’ 2025 was celebrated with great enthusiasm and reverence at Narangi Military Station on Sunday. The event was organised to honour the selfless service, valour, and sacrifices of Armed Forces veterans, while expressing solidarity with the families of fallen heroes.Notably,…

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