At least five persons were killed when a vehicle carrying them to Manipur met with a tragic mishap at the National Highway 31 in Kamrup district on Saturday. The mishap took place near Baihata Chariali at around 4-30 in the morning. Altogether 15 people were travelling from Siliguri to Manipur and as the vehicle reached Kalajal, it rammed into a bridge leaving 5 passengers dead on the spit. Ten others including a minor boy have been injured to be rushed to the hospital. Local residents blamed it all on the repairing works of the highway which puts the drivers in utter confusion.
The 'Uttar Purvi Mahotsav 2024', a five-day cultural extravaganza showcasing Northeast India's richness, kicks off on January 13 at Bharat Mandapam. Organized by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and NEHHDC, the festival aims to display diverse arts, crafts, and cultures, fostering economic opportunities. With 250 participants including weavers, farmers, and entrepreneurs, the event features panel discussions, buyer-seller meets, traditional performances, and a focus on women's roles in regional development. Highlighting the youth's contribution and challenges, the festival aims to explore how they can shape India's economic landscape. Additionally, specialized...
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