Guwahati, July 17 (IANS) Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), which shares borders with Bhutan and West Bengal in Assam, has emerged as an area with a high human-snake interface because snakes frequently inhabit cultivated fields, village peripheries, embankments and forest fringes, officials said on Friday. Marking the World Snake Day, the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Forest Department organised a two-day refresher training programme on Ethical Snake Rescue and Emergency Response, besides l…
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New Delhi, July 17 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Friday described probationers of the Indian Forest Service as custodians of India’s natural heritage, exhorting them to focus on increasing forests as these are the foundation of life on Earth. In an interaction with the probationers, who had called on the President, she said that they are not only administrators of forests but also the custodians of India’s natural heritage, as ecological security is integral to the national goal of Viksit …
New Delhi, July 16 (IANS) The National Security Chiefs of BIMSTEC on Thursday discussed practical and result-oriented solutions to combat terrorism and organised crime, ensure security in the cyber, maritime and energy domains; enhance connectivity; facilitate efficient disaster management; and to tackle new and emerging threats. The discussions were held during the fifth meeting of the BIMSTEC National Security Chiefs chaired by National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval in New Delhi on Thursda…
Kolkata, July 15 (IANS) Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth visited the headquarters of the XXXIII Corps, also known as the Trishakti Corps, in Sukna, West Bengal. The Corps, under the Eastern Command, is responsible for security along the China border in Sikkim. The COAS met with senior commanders and reviewed the security situation and operational preparedness of the formations within the Corps.The Army said in a statement that General Seth was briefed on operational deployments, evolv…
Leh, July 7 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday said it has arrested three accused in connection with the misappropriation of funds from the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) in Kargil district of Ladakh. A CBI press release said the organisation has arrested one Assistant Engineer (Civil) of BRO, Ladakh, and two labour supply agents from Kargil for indulging in misappropriation of BRO funds.The Assistant Engineer arrested was Officer In-charge of the Khatse Batalic Sector …
New Delhi, July 7 (IANS) The ‘Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia’ has become the latest addition to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s growing list of international honours, taking the total number of global awards conferred upon him to 35. The Bintang Adipurna, also known as the “Medal of Honour”, is the highest civilian honour awarded by Indonesia. It is presented to individuals who have rendered exceptional service towards the unity, continuity and prosperity of the Republic of Indones…
New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) The Centre on Sunday rejected media reports claiming that Bhutan turned down an Indian proposal to import E20 petrol, clarifying that no such offer was made by Indian Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) and that there is no proposal to export the fuel to the neighbouring country.”Claims that Bhutan declined an offer to import E20 petrol from India are incorrect,” the ministry said.”No such offer has been made by the Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), and there is no proposal for…
Manila, June 28 (IANS) The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a 13-million-USD financing package to help Bhutan strengthen resilient urban infrastructure and expand affordable rental housing for low-income and vulnerable households.The package comprises a $5 million concessional loan and an $8 million grant, the bank said in a statement on Saturday.Bhutan’s rapid urbanisation has outpaced infrastructure development, leaving economically disadvantaged households vulnerable to flooding, landsli…
New Delhi/Agartala, June 27 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Saturday said that pineapple holds a significant place in the state’s cultural and social life, while the renowned Queen variety has emerged as a global ambassador for Tripura, helping the northeastern state establish its presence in international markets. Addressing the Tripura Global Pineapple Festival 2026 in New Delhi, the Chief Minister said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had sent a special message on the occasion, c…
Guwahati, June 26 (IANS) Assam Police have seized a massive consignment of narcotic substances valued at around Rs 10.8 crore during an overnight operation in Sribhumi district, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday, reaffirming the state’s commitment to its aggressive anti-drug campaign. According to the Chief Minister, the operation was carried out by the Sribhumi Police, leading to the interception of a major drug consignment.One person has been apprehended, while police have laun…