New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved an increase of Rs 275 per quintal in Minimum Support Prices (MSP) of raw jute for marketing season 2026-27 compared to the price of the previous year.The MSP of raw jute (TD-3 grade) has been fixed at Rs. 5,925 per quintal for the 2026-27 season. This would ensure a return of 61.8 per cent over the all-India weighted average cost of production.The MSP of raw jute annou…
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Guwahati, Feb 24 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday reacted sharply to the “shamshan yatra (funeral procession)” organised by the Congress against former Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Bhupen Borah, terming the move politically immature and counterproductive. Addressing reporters, CM Sarma said the actions taken by the Congress party often end up benefiting the BJP.“Whenever Congress does something, it turns out to be a blessing for us,” the Chief…
Guwahati, Feb 24 (IANS) Raijor Dal leader and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi on Tuesday said that opposition unity talks in Assam are moving in a positive direction, while asserting that no meaningful alliance can be formed for the Assembly polls by sidelining Raijor Dal. Speaking to reporters, Gogoi said recent interactions with Congress leaders suggest a softening of earlier differences.”Positive talks are going on regarding alliance. The Congress has taken a step forward,” he said, indicating prog…
Guwahati, Feb 24 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said that the BJP-led government has set a target of making 40 lakh women in the state ‘lakhpati’, as part of its broader vision to economically empower women through sustained livelihood support.Addressing a cheque distribution programme for women beneficiaries under Self-Help Groups (SHGs) at Bokajan in Karbi Anglong district, the Chief Minister said women empowerment remains a central pillar of the state governmen…
New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) India’s tourism sector is poised to get a big push with the Union Budget for 2026-27 proposing a series of targeted interventions to strengthen institutional capacity, enhance service quality, and improve destination competitiveness.Tourism has a significant potential for employment generation, foreign exchange earnings, and balanced regional development. Owing to its strong multiplier effect and capacity to create livelihoods across hospitality, transport, handicrafts…
Hyderabad, Feb 24 (IANS) In a major crackdown, Hyderabad Police dismantled a pan-India cyber fraud syndicate with the arrest of 104 fraudsters across 16 states.At least 32 special teams carried out ‘Operation Octopus’ over a span of 10 days, Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar said on Tuesday.Under the leadership of DCP (Cybercrimes) V. Aravind Babu, the police executed a coordinated operation against cybercrime syndicates operating across the country.The apprehended individuals are …
Guwahati, Feb 23 (IANS) The Assam government on Monday disbursed Rs 120 crore as financial assistance under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) at a major programme held at the Jyoti Bishnu Antarkatik Kala Mandir here. The event marked the launch of several key initiatives to strengthen rural livelihoods and enhance digital outreach across the state. These included the Mukhyamantri Utkarsh Yojana, Krishi Sarathi App, Samaveshi Ajeevika Yojana, and the…
New Delhi, Feb 23 (IANS) Assam Legislative Assembly Leader of the Opposition Debabrata Saikia on Monday said discussions with Akhil Gogoi-led regional party Raijor Dal are ongoing, and no final decision has been taken so far regarding any alliance or seat-sharing arrangement.Speaking to mediapersons after attending a meeting of the Congress Screening Committee in the national capital, Saikia urged political leaders and stakeholders to refrain from spreading misinformation on the issue.”Talks wit…
Guwahati, Feb 23 (IANS) AIUDF chief and former Dhubri MP Badruddin Ajmal on Monday made a series of sharp political remarks, asserting his confidence ahead of the upcoming elections while taking digs at the BJP and the Congress over leadership and alliance dynamics in Assam. Speaking to reporters here, Ajmal said he remains politically resilient despite sustained attacks. “I am a tiger and will remain a tiger. Even if I die, I will die as a tiger,” he said, projecting confidence in hi…
Guwahati, Feb 23 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday said the BJP has already finalised candidates in 80 Assembly constituencies and asserted that there are no vacant seats within the party at present. Speaking to reporters here, Sarma said the ruling party is fully prepared for the upcoming elections and has completed much of its internal groundwork. “Our names are confirmed in 80 seats. There is no constituency vacant in our party,” the Chief Minister said, und…