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Assam tea industry turns to rare yellow tea for premium markets
The yellow tea was developed entirely in-house by the estate’s factory tea maker, Bhrigu Parasar, who specialises in crafting speciality teas.
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Sikkim tunnel victims suffered burns, fractures: Post-mortems
STNM Hospital Medical Superintendent Dr Suresh Madan Rasaily said four bodies were brought to the hospital for post-mortem examination and identification.
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Nagaland issues helpdesk numbers for landslide, flood relief
In an office memorandum, Secretary to the Government of Nagaland, Sentiwapang Aier, said the state has witnessed devastating landslides, severe flash floods and widespread disruption of road and transport connectivity due to incessant rainfall.
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Manipur disburses Rs 91.66 crore to over 2.4 lakh people
Addressing the gathering, Khemchand Singh said that over the past three years, the State has gone through difficult times that have disrupted the lives of its people. The prolonged crisis has caused significant financial and mental hardships to the common people.
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Mizoram Congress protests Delhi action against students
The protest began at around 9 pm, after which MPCC leaders submitted a memorandum to the Governor, urging that it be forwarded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. They said they would continue to support the students’ movement.
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Jantar Mantar a painful reminder: Police can’t become the punishment
Reports and footage of police force against demonstrators force a blunt question: when does crowd control stop being law enforcement and start becoming punishment?
Why Arunachal’s floods are becoming more destructive
According to the Department of Disaster Management’s Daily Situation Report dated 20 July, the state recorded 173 landslides, 104 flood incidents, 80 heavy rainfall events and eight flash floods during the season.
New Arunachal plant species named after Yobin tribe
Discovery near Myanmar border reinforces Eastern Himalaya’s status as a global biodiversity hotspot and underscores the need for conservation.
Butterflies thriving on invasive weeds in Raimona National Park: Study
The study documented an impressive 220 butterfly species, along with 56 larval host plants and 41 nectar plant species.
What does the protest at Jantar Mantar tell us about Indian democracy?
What are the hallmarks of a strong democracy, and to what extent does India, the country frequently described as the “mother of democracy”, embody them today?
Climate change costs Guwahati residents six hours of sleep a year
A new analysis by Climate Central has found that residents of Guwahati now lose an average of 72 hours of sleep every year because of high nighttime temperatures, with six of those hours directly attributable to climate change.
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Nagaland: Rs 70 lakh released for Mon landslide, flash flood victims
According to a statement issued by Deputy Commissioner and Chairman of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Wennyei Konyak, the funds will be used to provide ex gratia assistance to the next of kin of those who lost their lives, gratuitous relief to the injured, and immediate assistance for houses damaged by the disaster.
AdtU showcases award-winning documentaries celebrating India’s cultural heritage
The documentaries were conceptualised by AdtU, produced by Prof Bandana Dutta and Gariasi Dutta, and directed by Utpal Datta
Mizoram anti-drug raids seize narcotics worth Rs 34 cr
The largest seizure was made on July 21, when a joint team of the CID (Special Branch) and Kolasib District Executive Force (DEF) intercepted a vehicle on National Highway near Khamrang village in Kolasib district. Officials recovered 15 kg of suspected methamphetamine tablets, estimated to be worth Rs 12 crore.
Manipur: Miscreants damage lifeline bailey bridge in Kamjong
Locals said the bridge is the only road link to essential services, markets and agricultural land for the Sahamphung block, which comprises more than 10 villages.
Assam floods kill 21 in a day, toll rises to 31
The flood situation remains grim in Upper Assam, with most major rivers flowing above the danger level.
Meghalaya: Congress seeks action against BJP youth chief
Social activist Angela Rangad also condemned the alleged remarks, calling for suo motu legal action against the BJP youth leader.
