Hazaribag has unveiled a new eco-tourism destination with the inauguration of its Biodiversity Park at the foothills of Canary Hill. Developed at a cost of ₹3.07 crore, the six-hectare park features wildlife displays and biodiversity exhibits, aiming to conserve the environment and boost local tourism and employment.
Popular contestant Cockroach Sudhi was dramatically evicted from Bigg Boss Kannada 12, marking an emotional departure. Despite a strong performance, including winning the mini-finale, Sudhi expressed disappointment at leaving so close to the 100-day mark. He participated primarily for his wife and received a cash prize upon exiting.
Biometric data collection for Myanmar refugees in Mizoram has reached 56.49%, with 17,864 individuals enrolled out of 31,621. The process, ongoing since late July, has no fixed deadline. Data for Bangladeshi refugees will be collected subsequently. Refugee numbers fluctuate due to ongoing movements and returns.
Meghalaya’s College of Post Graduate Studies in Agricultural Sciences celebrated Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas, honouring tribal heritage and contributions. The event also marked the commencement of the 9th Inter-Collegiate Youth Festival-cum-Games & Sports Meet 2025. Distinguished personalities were felicitated, underscoring the institution’s commitment to community and agricultural advancement.
The Meghalaya Public Service Commission (MPSC) has successfully conducted its first competitive examination at its new building in Tura, West Garo Hills. This significant development aims to reduce travel burdens for thousands of aspirants from the Garo Hills region, making recruitment processes more accessible. The government plans to expand similar facilities to other parts of…
The US aims to finalize a rare earths deal with China by Thanksgiving, suspending Beijing’s export restrictions on critical minerals. This tentative agreement, following the Trump-Xi meeting, also involves the US rolling back some tariffs and China resuming significant soybean purchases. Washington is confident in Beijing’s commitment but holds leverage if assurances are broken.
Assam is set to inaugurate its first grand Swahid Smarak and Udyan in Guwahati this December, honoring martyrs of the 1979-1985 Assam agitation. The Rs 100 crore project, spread over 116 bighas, features 60-meter statues, a ‘hall of fame’ for 860 martyrs, and will include a meditation hall and viewing gallery. Future phases will add…
In Palamu district, former illegal poppy cultivators are shifting to growing mustard, potato, and pulses in villages previously known for poppy cultivation. This change follows sustained police campaigns against illegal farming, encouraging villagers to choose stable livelihoods over potential jail time. The shift is reportedly driven by the profitability of alternative crops.
