Sentinel Digital Desk
CM Sarma holds meeting with Japanese ministers, vows to strengthen mutual ties
With that objective to strengthen relations between Assam and Japan through shared values and collaborative initiatives and pave the way for industrialization and economic growth, Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Thursday, met Japan's State Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism, Furukawa Yasushi, in Tokyo and spoke at length on boosting ties with Japan during his three-day visit to the country.
Indian tea fetches higher prices in 2024 auctions
Indian tea manufacturers garnered better prices for their tea at auctions in the calendar year 2024, as compared to the prices in 2023. Significantly, tea prices rose by more than Rs 30 per kg.
Second Phase of Gunotsav-2025 Concludes
The second phase of Gunotsav-2025 concluded successfully on January 22, 2025. Held from January 17-22, 2025, the evaluation comprised self-assessment on January 17 and external evaluation from January 20-22 in 14 districts of the state.
GMC cracks down on street vendors violating cleanliness norms
The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has intensified its enforcement of cleanliness regulations, warning street vendors of strict action for repeated violations.
ITDP Kamrup chairman Mohan Boro meets self-help groups
Integrated Tribal Development Project (ITDP) Kamrup district chairman Mohan Boro visited various villages under the 28 no. Boko-Chaygaon (ST) constituency on Thursday.
Slow Spending of Budget Allocations in Assam Despite Guidelines
The spending of budgetary allocations by some departments in the state is not up to the mark in the first three quarters of the current financial year. This is despite the standing guidelines for quarter-wise spending of funds for the departments to follow.
Meghalaya launches QR code-enabled textbooks
Meghalaya’s Education Minister, Rakkam A Sangma, on Thursday launched QR (Quick Response) code-enabled textbooks for Science and Mathematics for secondary schools.
Tripura to Shine Through Unique Tableau at Republic Day Parade
From the eight north-eastern states, only the Tripura tableau will be displayed this year during the Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path in New Delhi, officials said on Thursday.
City, Bayern Stunned; Big win for Real Madrid
Paris St Germain clawed back from two goals down to stun Manchester City 4-2 in the Champions League on Wednesday and leave the English club outside the playoff places and in danger of elimination.
India Enter Super Six With 60-Run Win Over Sri Lanka
G. Trisha top-scored with 49 while bowlers put in a glorious collective performance as India beat Sri Lanka by 60 runs to enter the Super Six stage of the 2025 ICC U19 T20 Women’s World Cup as Group A toppers at the Bayuemas Oval here on Thursday.