Assam Palace Renovation Nears Completion for Museum
The historic residence of folk singer Pratima Barua Pandey in Dhubri, Assam, is undergoing a Rs 20 crore renovation to become a museum, with the first phase expected to finish by February.
The historic residence of folk singer Pratima Barua Pandey in Dhubri, Assam, is undergoing a Rs 20 crore renovation to become a museum, with the first phase expected to finish by February.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma distributed Rs 10,000 cheques to 18,300 women under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan scheme in Bilasipara, Dhubri, aiming to foster financial independence.
Rejaul Karim Sarkar resigns from Congress just days after joining, following backlash over his remarks about Assam's districts. The controversy involved top leaders.
Mysuru recorded 10% fewer road accidents in 2025, yet fatalities increased to 181. Police highlight helmet non-compliance as a major cause, with two-wheeler riders most affected.
Dhubri Municipal Board's 4-year development drive brings an urban forest on railway land, a new sewage treatment plant, renovated parks, and a unique wall magazine. Discover the town's transformation!
Chapar Police in Dhubri district seized 150 grams of brown sugar worth Rs 10-12 lakh from a bus, arresting three individuals. The contraband is linked to a Manipur-Myanmar trafficking racket. Read the full investigation details.
Ex-minority student leader Rejaul Karim Sarkar joins Congress, vows demographic shift. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma slams it as a plan to turn Upper Assam into 'Miya land'. Read the full political firestorm.
Maharashtra partners with SaveLIFE Foundation to implement a scientific, data-driven model to reduce road fatalities. The 'Zero-Fatality Month' initiative targets systemic change in engineering, enforcement, and emergency care.
Kanpur launches a major road safety campaign under National Road Safety Month 2026. Officials distribute helmets, conduct eye tests, and flag off new ambulances to curb accidents.
Madurai Corporation allocates Rs 100 crore to fix rain and utility-damaged roads. Key areas near Meenakshi Temple & Vaigai river prioritized. Work aims for mid-February completion.
Dheerendra Kumar Singh, a 50-year-old teacher, died after a speeding truck hit his motorcycle in dense fog on Ara bypass. Locals blocked the Ara-Patna road demanding justice.
Bokaro authorities intensify Road Safety Month drive, highlighting cat's eyes & reflective tape for night visibility. DC Ajay Nath Jha explains their crucial role in preventing accidents. Stay safe!
Tragic road accidents in Jalandhar district claim three lives, including a scooter rider and a pedestrian. Police launch investigations into the separate incidents. Read for details and safety reminders.
Union govt sanctions Rs 1,078 crore for 41 road projects in Gujarat, covering widening, strengthening & structural work across 564.57 km. Read details.
Frustrated by escalating traffic jams, CPM & VCK held a hunger strike near Trichy Central Bus Stand. They demand urgent completion of delayed RoBs & ring road to curb accidents. Read more.
Telangana launches a 5-day Road Suraksha Abhiyan 2026 to combat rising accidents. Justice Koshy reveals a 5.6% surge in 2025, with 24,826 cases. Learn about the campaign's focus on student awareness and curriculum integration.
All government schools in Dhubri district are closed from January 7 to 10 due to extreme cold. Private schools advised to follow suit. Exam schedules remain unaffected.
Assam authorities evicted 90 families from 100 bighas of patta land in Dhubri's Chapar for an Adani thermal power project. Residents call it sudden, officials cite delayed land exchange. Full story inside.
Two separate road accidents in Buldhana district claimed three lives and left ten seriously injured on Monday. A motorcycle-bus collision and a taxi ditch fall disrupted traffic. Read for details.
HSVP begins road safety project in Panchkula, repairing damaged kerbs and road turns in Sectors 1, 3, and 5. The work includes concrete repairs and a one-year maintenance guarantee. Read details.
A 45-year-old man died after being hit by a speeding vehicle on Nakodar Road in Jalandhar. Police have registered a case and are investigating the fatal road accident.
74 inmates at Dhubri jail received hands-on training in composting and waste segregation from the Feedback Foundation Charitable Trust. Learn how this initiative promotes cleanliness and sustainability.
Senior judge Zaibunnisa inaugurates National Road Safety Month in Mangaluru, highlighting overspeeding and drunken driving as major causes. Public awareness and legal knowledge are crucial for saving lives.
Two young labourers on a motorcycle were killed in a hit-and-run accident on Hardoi-Unnao road near Raukarna intersection. The speeding car driver fled the scene. Read the full report.
Discover how the Indian Ethno Library Society, led by Dr Hari Charan Das, is saving over 1,100 Sanchipat manuscripts in Assam and West Bengal. Learn about this vital mission to protect India's intellectual heritage.
A man was arrested in Dhubri for allegedly killing a teenage college student. The victim's family claims she was raped before being strangled. Police await postmortem report for confirmation.
Rajasthan transport dept launches a 30-day road safety drive from Jan 1-30. Initiatives include reflective tapes on 3000 vehicles, clearing black spots, and school workshops. Read the full plan.
Kerala govt approves land acquisition for Kochi's crucial 4km east-west corridor. Project aims to ease city congestion after decades of delay. Read details on compensation & timeline.
Bengaluru's key Kamaraj Road stretch between MG Road and Cubbon Road is now fully open, ending a six-year closure for Metro work. This move is set to significantly improve traffic flow and connectivity between Commercial Street and Brigade Road. Read more
North Goa road safety council reviews rising accidents, highlights failure to use MV Act's Section 198A against officials for faulty infrastructure. Calls for urgent accountability.