Assam , Top News
Legendary singer Bhupen Hazarika remembered on his birth anniversary
Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, the bard of Brahmaputra is being fondly remembered across the state on his 94th birth anniversary. The state government has organised a programme at the Bhupen Hazarika Samadhi Kshetra at Jalukbari in Guwahati to pay tributes to the legendary singer. Taking to Twitter, vice president Venkaiah Naidu stated, “Remembering the legendary singer, lyricist […]
4 years ago
National , Top News
India bans 118 more mobile apps including PUBG, WeChat
Nearly two months after it banned 59 China-linked apps, the government on Wednesday decided to block 118 mobile apps including PUBG MOBILE Nordic Map: Livik, WeChat Work and WeChat in view of the information available that they are engaged in activities which are prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity, defence and security of India and public […]
4 years ago
Assam , Entertainment , Top News
Noted Assamese singer Archana Mahanta passes away in Guwahati
Noted folk singer from Assam Archana Mahanta passed away on Thursday due to prolonged illness. She was admitted to a private nursing home in Guwahati following a brain stroke on July 14. According to reports, the acclaimed singer was undergoing treatment at the Health City Hospital in Guwahati. Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has mourned […]
4 years ago
Entertainment , National , Top News
Pandit Jasraj, legendary classical vocalist, dies at 90; President, PM pay tributes to maestro
Pandit Jasraj, one of the most prominent Indian classical vocalists, has died of cardiac arrest in New Jersey, US. He was 90. With a career spanning over 80 years, he was a recipient of various prestigious awards and honours including Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Ram Nath Kovind, […]
4 years ago
National , Top News
Trump’s visit has opened a new chapter in India-US ties: President Kovind
The visit of US President Donald Trump to India has opened a new chapter of ‘deep and abiding’ ties between the two countries, President Ram Nath Kovind said in his remarks at the banquet hosted in the honour of the visiting dignitary on Tuesday. “Your (President Trump) visit and the grace of the First Lady […]
5 years ago
Entertainment , Top News
Academy Awards 2020: ‘Parasite’ wins Oscar for Best Picture, making history
The 92nd Academy Awards on Sunday bestowed the most outstanding icons of the industry at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. From Joaquin Phoenix-starrer Joker to Martin Scorsese’s ‘The Irishman’ and Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Once Upon A Time In Hollywood’, there were big names which were contending for the coveted trophy. ‘Joker’ was leading with 11 […]
5 years ago
Assam , Top News
Bodo Peace Accord: Here’s the list of packages for Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR)
Soon after signing of the Bodo Peace Treaty between Government of India, Assam government and various Bodo groups, Assam health, finance and education minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a list of packages for political, social and economic development of Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). Key points from Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma’s statement: This agreement has been […]
5 years ago
Assam , Top News
Assam: Singers, artistes to now pay 18% GST for earnings from cultural shows
Bihu stage shows and cultural programs have now been brought under the ambit of the GST Act. Singers and musicians will henceforth have to receive payments from Bihu committees and cultural show organizers in cheques and will have to pay 18% per cent of all payments as GST to the Government as per agreements entered […]
5 years ago
Fashion , International , Top News
South Africa’s Zozibini Tunzi crowned Miss Universe 2019
Miss South Africa Zozibini Tunzi has won the title of Miss Universe 2019 at the finale held at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday (local time). India’s Vartika Singh also contested in the pageant but couldn’t make it to the top ten. The 2019 Miss Universe Pageant had 90 contestants who competed in […]
5 years ago
Arunachal Pradesh , Politics , Top News
Tirong Aboh’s wife urges centre, state govt to take action against those involved in distribution of leaflets from Naga Army (Ollo)
Three days ago Northeast Live broke the story of how an organisation named Naga Army (Ollo) distributed leaflets threatening anyone who stood against Phowang Lowang in the upcoming by election in Khonsa West of serious consequences. Wife of late Khonsa West MLA – Tirong Aboh and probable candidate for the ensuing election, Chakat Aboh has […]
5 years ago