NGO involvement key for govt school upliftment: Assam Governor Kataria
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, May 19: The involvement of non-government organisations is essential for the upliftment of government schools, as highlighted by Governor Gulab Chand Kataria during a program organised by Rotary Club of Guwahati Metro. Governor Kataria emphasised the importance of timely completion of necessary improvements in schools, which might otherwise be delayed due to []
Summer special train periodicity extended
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, May 19: To accommodate extra rush, the periodicity of summer special trains has been extended, maintaining their existing days of run, timings, stoppages, and composition. Here are the details: Train no 06570 (Guwahati SMVT Bengaluru) special, departing from Guwahati every Wednesday at 06:00 hours and reaching SMVT Bengaluru on Friday at []
RR finish third after rain plays spoilsport in game against KKR
Guwahati, May 19: Rajasthan Royals paid the price for their shoddy show during the business end as a washout of their final IPL league game against table toppers Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday pushed them to third place behind Sunrisers Hyderabad. While KKR finished the league engagements on 20 points with nine wins and two [] The post RR finish third after rain plays spoilsport in game against KKR appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Hyderabad beats Punjab to finish second in IPL table after Rajasthan vs. Kolkata game is washed out
HYDERABAD: Abhishek Sharma smacked 66 runs off 28 balls as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Punjab Kings by four wickets to finish second in the Indian Premier League points table after Sunday's second game between Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders was abandoned without a ball being bowled because of rain. Kolkata had opted to bowl after winning the toss in Guwahati. The match was shortened to seven overs a side, but the game hadn't been able to start at the cut-off time of 10:56 p.m IST. That meant both Kolkata and Rajasthan were awarded a point each. Kolkata finished atop the table on 20 points and will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (17 points) in Qualifier 1 in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. Rajasthan (17) finished third and will play Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the eliminator on Wednesday, also in Ahmedabad. Bengaluru had secured the fourth playoff spot after beating defending champions Chennai Super Kings on Saturday. Earlier, Sharma hit five fours and six sixes as Hyderabad equaled its highest run-chase on its home ground, finishing with 215-6 in 19.1 overs. Punjab chose to bat first and scored 214-5 with Prabhsimran Singh scoring a 45-ball 71. Punjab made a good start. Singh hit seven fours and four sixes, putting on 97 off 55 balls with Atharva Taide who scored 46. Left-arm pacer T Natarajan (2-33) provided the breakthrough but Singh put on another 54 off 32 balls with Rilee Rossouw. Shashank Singh was run out for two, after Singhs dismissal in the 15th over, but Rossouw carried the innings forward with 45 off 24 balls. Stand-in captain Jitesh Sharma scored 32 not out off 15 balls to take Punjab past 200. Hyderabads chase started badly when Arshdeep Singh bowled Travis Head for a golden duck. Sharma though had other ideas as he stroked another quickfire half-century his third this season, coming off only 21 balls. He put on 72 off 30 balls with Rahul Tripathi (33 off 18). Harshal Patel broke the partnership, but Nitish Reddy helped carry forward the momentum with 37 off 25 balls. Hyderabad was in complete control of the chase, bringing up 150 in only 12 overs. Heinrich Klaasen smacked 42 off 26 balls, including two sixes, after Sharmas dismissal earlier in the 11th over. Punjab was able to dismiss Reddy and Klaasen, but the remaining target was too little to cause Hyderabad any trouble.
IPL 2024: RR vs KKR match in Guwahati abandoned due to rain
The Match 70 of the TATA Indian Premier League 2024 between Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders was abandoned, without a ball being bowled, due to rain. Persistent rains at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati delayed the toss and while the rain did stop late, temporarily, it allowed for the toss to take place. [] The post IPL 2024: RR vs KKR match in Guwahati abandoned due to rain appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Rajasthan Royals consigned to eliminator after washout in Guwahati leaves them third
KKR now play SRH on May 21 in Ahmedabad, while RR face RCB in the Eliminator on May 22
IPL: RR finish 3rd after rain washes out game vs KKR
Rajasthan Royals paid the price for their shoddy show during the business end as a washout of their final IPL league game against table toppers Kolkata Knight Riders in Guwahati on Sunday pushed them to third place behind Sunrisers Hyderabad.
IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals-Kolkata Knight Riders Clash Abandoned; RR To Take On RCB In Eliminator
Kolkata Knight Riders: Rajasthan Royals were denied a shot at a top-two finish in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 points table as their final league match against Kolkata Knight Riders was abandoned without a ball being bowled because of rain at the Barsapara Stadium here on Sunday. The abandonment of IPL 2024s last league game means table-toppers KKR will face Sunrisers Hyderabad in Qualifier 1 at Ahmedabad on Tuesday, while third-placed RR will take on the in-form Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Eliminator at the same venue on Wednesday. Its also the first time that KKR have ended an IPL league stage as table-toppers. Ahead of Sundays game, there had been an alert issued in Guwahati about rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds affecting the clash between the top two teams on the points table. Just five minutes before the scheduled toss time, sudden rain forced the groundstaff to bring the covers on the playing square. Soon, additional covers were brought in and the forecast was not looking promising with the drizzle varying between heavy and steady, keeping the teams as well as fans waiting. With the cut-off time for a five-over shootout set at 10.56 pm local time, the rain stopped at 10 pm and covers were pulled off, with super soppers working in full swing. With the rain threat still looming, KKR chose to bowl first in a seven-overs-per-side shootout. But ahead of the start of the truncated game, rain returned to Guwahati, and the covers were back in place. The inevitable happened at 10:49 pm when captains Shreyas Iyer and Sanju Samson shook hands to signal the abandonment of the match, with both RR and KKR receiving a point each.
Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders match was abandoned due to rain at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.
Manipur: Women protest demanding justice in college student molestation case
Guwahati:Hundreds of people, primarily tribal women, took to the streets of Senapati, Manipur demanding swift action in the molestation case of a female student at a college. The protest, organized by the Joint Action Committee Against Molestation (JACAM), erupted on National Highway 102 connecting Imphal to Dimapur. Also Read: Assam: Heroin worth Rs 105 crore [] The post Manipur: Women protest demanding justice in college student molestation case appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
KKR vs SRH Qualifier 1 and RCB vs RR Eliminator 1 set after Guwahati washout
KKR vs SRH Qualifier and RCB vs RR Eliminator set after Guwahati washout
Rain delays start of RR-KKR match in Guwahati
Guwahati: Persistent rain on Sunday delayed the toss and start of the last IPL league match between Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders here on Sunday. The rain, which has played spoilsport in the last few IPL games, came back to frustrate the fans and players alike with almost the entire ground under covers here Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
IPL 2024: I Wouldn't Want To Bowl Against Him, Says Cummins About Abhishek After Win Against PBKS
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain Pat Cummins termed Abhishek Sharma as an 'amazing' talent and said he would refrain from bowling to the southpaw after a four-wicket win against Punjab Kings here on Sunday. Hyderabad finished their league engagements in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with 17 points from 14 matches and bolstered hopes of finishing in the top two. The top two spots will be decided after the conclusion of the final league-stage match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati. Reflecting upon the season so far, Cummins lauded the youngsters including Abhishek Sharma for their consistent performances in the tournament. It's pretty cool, it's awesome. We have won 6 out of 7 here, it has been great. I didn't know many guys coming into this season, but we have played great cricket and had some fun. He (Abhishek) is amazing. I wouldn't want to bowl against him. He's scary, Cummins said during the post-match presentation at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Abhishek's blistering 66 runs off 28 balls was studded with five boundaries and six maximums and helped SRH earn two points in front of the enthusiastic home spectators. Heinrich Klaasen (42), Nitish Reddy (37), and Rahul Tripathi (33) also chipped in to take the side over the line while chasing 215. Cummins is looking forward to the knockout stage of the tournament and is excited to play his first IPL final. Nitish is a class player, looks mature beyond his age, he is perfect for the top-order. Really satisfying. I haven't played in finals before. Playing some really good cricket, excited for what's ahead, the Australian pacer said. Sharing his thoughts on his knock, Abhishek said he wanted to capitalise on his form and contribute to the team's success. It's a matter of time for any batsman. My days are going good so I should utilise it for my team. I wanted to contribute as the target was big today. I think I have told this before, during SMAT (Syed Mushtaq Ali Tournament) I was clear how I was going to play and dominate (during IPL), the opener said. He (Brian Lara) was our coach as well, have done some work with him, and he's in touch. That's helping me now. Just waiting for the loose balls, I am going hard against them and trying to put them (bowlers) under pressure, he added. The 23-year-old thanked the home crowd and pitch curator for making batting-friendly wickets throughout the season. I was talking to Nitish, the more I was waiting it was getting easier for me. I was ready for that (playing against Harshal). I was trying to take a single but fortunately got a boundary (one of the balls.) I want to thank the crowd, with special mention to the pitch curator and groundsmen. They have given pitches that have suited our style, Abishek concluded.
IPL 2024: I Have Learned So Much And It's Been An Amazing Experience, Says Tom Kohler-Cadmore
Kolkata Knight Riders: England wicketkeeper-batter Tom Kohler-Cadmore is in his maiden stint in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in the 2024 season with Rajasthan Royals and said it has been an amazing experience for him, where hes learned so many things. It's been absolutely mad, the atmosphere, the crowds. The kind of support we have been getting is amazing. For me spending a lot of time on the bench, and being able to watch the cricket, I have learned so much and it's been an amazing experience. Hopefully, we manage to get on a roll and get back to winning ways tonight, Kohler-Cadmore told the official broadcaster ahead of RRs clash against KKR at the Barsapara Stadium, where the toss is delayed due to rain. Asked how the mood in the camp has been after suffering their fourth consecutive defeat to Punjab Kings in their last game, Kohler-Cadmore explained, I don't think you'd be able to tell that we've lost four in a row. Great spirit among the lads, everyone is really close and confident. We all have each other's backing. We had a great start and normally if you lose four in a row, then you might be struggling at the back end. But we have qualified and if we win tonight, we are guaranteed a top-two. We are in a great position and hopefully, we can get the ball rolling and get the confidence back. You always want to win every game you play. We are going out there tonight to win. We can't control what happens in the future, but we can kinda control what happens tonight -- put in a good performance and then focus on the qualifiers. Guwahati is also the home ground of all-rounder Riyan Parag, who is RRs top run-getter in IPL 2024 and fourth in the overall list with 531 runs from 13 matches, including four fifties while averaging 59 at a strike rate of 152.58. Very inspirational actually (on being with Riyan). I've followed his journey a little bit from afar. He's had a couple of tough years, he's had a lot of abuses and he's had a lot of people kind of hating on him. For him to be able to come out this year and show everyone actually how good he is, the performance, the pressure he was under ... to be able to do it, I think we are seeing a future star in the making. I am sure he'll play a lot for India, he concluded.
Meghalaya assembly building unaffected by retaining wall collapse: CM
Guwahati:Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma assured the public that the recent collapse of a retaining wall near the Assembly complex in Mawdiangdiang will not impact the ongoing construction of the new Assembly building. The collapsed wall, reportedly constructed a few years ago, is unrelated to the Assembly building project. Also Read: Assam: Heroin worth [] The post Meghalaya assembly building unaffected by retaining wall collapse: CM appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam: One dead, four critically injured in Bongaigaon electrocution incident
Guwahati:A young manwas electrocutedto deathandfour otherswere critically injuredin an incident involving a live wire in Bongaigaon district, Assam, on Sunday. The incident occurred in Jogighopa, where the five individuals came into contact with an electric wire from a tower line. Also Read: Assam: Heroin worth Rs 105 crore seized in Cachar The deceased hasbeen identifiedas [] The post Assam: One dead, four critically injured in Bongaigaon electrocution incident appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Meghalaya: Lady Hydari Park animals to move to new zoo by June
Guwahati:The iconic Lady Hydari Park in Shillong,Meghalaya, now known as Ka Phan Nonglait Park, will soonbe welcomingamajormakeover. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma announced plans to relocate all animals to the newly constructed State Zoo in Ri-Bhoi district by June. The zoo is nearly complete, and we expect to move most of the animals to their [] The post Meghalaya: Lady Hydari Park animals to move to new zoo by June appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam: Heroin worth Rs 105 crore seized in Cachar
Guwahati:A massive haul of suspected heroin worth Rs 105 crorewas seizedby the police in Cachar, AssamonSunday. According to sources, the suspected drugs originated from Mizoram andwere keptconcealed in a secret chamber of a car. Based on inputs, the police initiated an operation andnabbedthree people moving suspiciously. Also Read: Assam: Slow pace mars Jal Jeevan Mission [] The post Assam: Heroin worth Rs 105 crore seized in Cachar appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam sees 159 pc growth in mutual funds, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam sees 159 pc growth in mutual funds, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Guwahati: Assam has registered a significant growth in mutual funds over the last five years, said Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday. According to him, at least 159 per cent rise in mutual funds in Assam was noticed during the [] The post Assam sees 159 pc growth in mutual funds, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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Assam: Man kills wife over family dispute, arrested
Assam: Man kills wife over family dispute, arrested Guwahati: A woman was killed by her husband in Assams Karimganj district over a family dispute on Sunday, police said. The deceased has been identified as Joba Begum, a resident of Jobainpur village near Karimganj town. According to the police, Joba Begums husband Abdul Shahid attacked [] The post Assam: Man kills wife over family dispute, arrested appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Assam: Outrage erupts after man killed in clash with family of rape accused
Guwahati: The death of a young man in the attack of the family members of a rape accused at Dudhnoi in Assams Goalpara district has sparked massive outrage. According to reports, on May 3, 2024, two teenage girls were allegedly gang-raped by three men while returning from a cultural program in Dudhnoi. The perpetrators [] The post Assam: Outrage erupts after man killed in clash with family of rape accused appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Mizoram board to declare HSSLC Result 2024 on May 21
Guwahati: The Mizoram Board of School Education (MBSE) will announce the Class 12th Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC) Result 2024 on May 21, 2024, at noon. Students who appeared for the exams can check their scores on the MBSE official website mbse.edu.in. The results will also be available on mbseonline.com. Checking Online Results: The [] The post Mizoram board to declare HSSLC Result 2024 on May 21 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Nagaland: Now Election commission urges ENPO to not boycott ULB polls
Guwahati: The State Election Commission (SEC) of Nagaland has urged the Eastern Nagaland Peoples Organisation (ENPO) to reconsider its stance of asking citizens to abstain from participating in the June 26 elections to the urban local bodies in the state. In a statement, the SEC, Nagaland, said the method adopted by the ENPO to express [] The post Nagaland: Now Election commission urges ENPO to not boycott ULB polls appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
IPL 2024: RR V KKR Overall Head-to-head, When And Where To Watch
Kolkata Knight Riders: Rajasthan Royals (RR) will lock horns with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in match 70 of the IPL 2024 on Sunday evening. If the RR win the match, it will guarantee them the second spot in the table. The top two teams will play in Qualifier 1, the winner of which will directly make the final. In the RR v KKR head-to-head, the two teams have played each other 29 times in the IPL with both the Royals and the Knight Riders winning 14 matches each with one game being abandoned. RR v KKR head-to-head 29- Rajasthan Royals: 14 Kolkata Knight Riders: 14 Abondoned: 1 RR v KKR match time: The match starts at 7:30 PM IST (2:00 PM GMT) with the toss taking place half an hour before the match i.e., 7:00 PM (1:30 PM GMT) RR v KKR match venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati RR v KKR Live broadcast on television in India: The RR v KKR match will be broadcast live via Star Sports Network. Live stream in India: The live streaming of RR v KKR is available on JioCinema Squads: Kolkata Knight Riders: Rahmanullah Gurbaz(w), Sunil Narine, Venkatesh Iyer, Shreyas Iyer(c), Rinku Singh, Nitish Rana, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Mitchell Starc, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy, Vaibhav Arora, Anukul Roy, Suyash Sharma, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Manish Pandey, Dushmantha Chameera, Srikar Bharat, Chetan Sakariya, Sherfane Rutherford, Sakib Hussain, Allah Ghazanfar Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Sanju Samson(w/c), Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Rovman Powell, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, Sandeep Sharma, Avesh Khan, Yuzvendra Chahal, Tanush Kotian, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Kuldeep Sen, Donovan Ferreira, Shimron Hetmyer, Abid Mushtaq, Shubham Dubey, Kunal Singh Rathore, Navdeep Saini
SC pulls up Meghalaya govt for conducting two-finger test on minor rape victim
Guwahati: The Supreme Court has pulled up the Meghalaya government for conducting the two-finger test on a minor rape victim. This incident highlights the continued disregard for the courts 2013 ban on the unscientific and invasive practice. The top court directed Meghalaya goverment to ensure a complete end to the two-finger test, emphasizing that it [] The post SC pulls up Meghalaya govt for conducting two-finger test on minor rape victim appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
RR vs KKR: With playoffs looming, Royals look to halt losing streak
Rain forecasts in Guwahati remained until Saturday evening, with scattered showers expected for Sunday's match between RR and KKR. The Knights secured a top-of-table finish with 19 points from 13 games, while the Royals will know the stakes before the final league stage game. RR have faced four consecutive defeats.
Assam: Woman arrested for killing husband & burning his body
Assam: Woman arrested for killing husband & burning his body Guwahati: A woman has been arrested in Assams Jorhat district for allegedly killing her husband and eventually setting the body on fire, the police said on Saturday. A police officer said that the womans minor son was also apprehended along with her. According to [] The post Assam: Woman arrested for killing husband & burning his body appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
High Court of Meghalaya issues notice to govt on upper age limit row
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, May 18:Acting on a writ petition theHigh Court of Meghalayaon Friday issued notices to the state government and other concerned authorities to reply on the matter of alleged irregularities in the upper age limit set for recruitment inMeghalaya Police. According to reports, a writ petition has been filed in the High Court []
Work on to restore power supply in parts of Guwahati
Book on youthful living & emotional resilience launched
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, May 18: BORNTOFIT serves as a guiding light, offering insights to reverse ones biological age and maintain youthfulness throughout lifes journey. With practical strategies outlined within its pages, this book acts as a roadmap, empowering individuals to take charge of their lives, one healthy habit at a time. The inspiration behind this []
What are the NIAs allegations against NSCN? | Explained
Why has the National Investigation Agency filed a chargesheet against five people in a Guwahati court? What is the link with the Naga insurgency group? Is the hill tribal group helping valley-based insurgents in Manipur? What are the three main ethnic communities in the State?
Meghalaya: Shillong to get facelifted with new green spaces
Guwahati:Shillong, Meghalayais setfor amajormakeoverwiththe state government identifying nearly 25 acres of land for development projectsaimed at beautifying the city and decongestingtraffic. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma announced the plansafter inspecting areas around the PWD office, Phan Nonglait Park, Brightwell Bungalow, Barik Point, Anjali Point and Polo Grounds. The initiative includes creating new walkways, green spaces [] The post Meghalaya: Shillong to get facelifted with new green spaces appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Anand Mishra fielded to cut BJPs vote: Assam CM Himanta BiswaSarma
Guwahati:Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarmaduringan election meeting in BiharsBuxarclaimed that Lalu Prasad Yadav fielded former IPS officer Anand Mishra to cut votes of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate. Speaking atthe meeting, Himanta Biswa Sarma said, Anand Mishra came to my house and office in Guwahati and requested me to give him VRS (voluntary [] The post Anand Mishra fielded to cut BJPs vote: Assam CM Himanta BiswaSarma appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Rahul displaying Chinese constitution at rallies: Himanta
Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister on Saturday alleged that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has been displaying the Chinese constitution at his rallies, instead of the Indian one. The BJP leader claimed that the book shown by Gandhi is with a red cover like the original Chinese constitution, whereas the original Indian constitution has a blue cover. Rahul is displaying a red Chinese constitution to the people attending his meetings, Sarma wrote on X. In response, several social media users said that the red-bound Constitution is a coat pocket edition, which has been presented to top Indian leaders, including the President and the Union Home minister. Sarma said the Indian constitution, in blue, includes a chapter called the Directive Principles of State Policy, which makes it a sacred duty to enact a Uniform Civil Code in our country; Rahul is now opposing this. That's why I am sure that the constitution in his hand must be a Chinese one, the CM added. Sarma shared a photo of Rahul Gandhi standing behind a podium with a book in red cover in his hand. The Assam chief minister also shared a photo in which Gandhi is seen signing an agreement with some Chinese delegates. Sonia Gandhi is also seen standing behind her son in the picture, with the pact signed during the Gandhis' visit during the Beijing Olympics. The Congress mocked Himanta Biswa Sarma over the remark, with Assam Pradesh Congress Committee President Bhupen kumar Borah saying, Himanta, while I accept you are not colour-blind, you are definitely intellect-deficit. The cover of the Constitution of India, unlike an Indian Passport, need not be of a fixed colour. It could be red, green, blue, anything. Sarma had taken to X on Friday also to question the book displayed by Gandhi. Sharing the photo of the Congress leader with the red-bound book, Sarma wrote, The original copy of the Constitution of India has a blue cover. The original Chinese constitution has a red cover. Does Rahul carry a Chinese Constitution? We will need to verify, the Assam CM added.
RR vs KKR IPL 2024: Predicted playing XI, live streaming details, weather and pitch report
Check out the live streaming details for match 70 to be played at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.
Assam CM says BJP will win 15 out of 20 LS seats in Odisha
Guwahati: While campaigning for the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) in Odisha, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that BJP is confident of winning 15 plus seats out of the 20 seats in the Lok Sabha Elections. The Assam Chief Minister also that in the Odisha Assembly Elections, BJP is also assured of winning 75 [] The post Assam CM says BJP will win 15 out of 20 LS seats in Odisha appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam: Pollution threatens Guwahatis freshwater lake
Guwahati: Deepar Beel, a freshwater lake located to the south-west of Assams capital city Guwahati, faces a critical threat due to severe contamination. Environmentalists warn that the waters alarming blue discolouration signifies the lakes deteriorating health. Deepar Beel acts as a crucial reservoir for storing water in Guwahati city. However, the Pamohi Canal, flowing through [] The post Assam: Pollution threatens Guwahatis freshwater lake appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Two Killed, Two Injured As Train Hit Them In Assam
Two persons were killed and two others injured on Saturday after being hit by a speeding train in Assams Kamrup Metropolitan district, police said. The accident occurred in Chandrapur area, on the outskirts of Guwahati, when the four daily wage labourers were walking on the railway tracks and the train hit them, a senior officer... The post Two Killed, Two Injured As Train Hit Them In Assam appeared first on Northeast Today .
Assam: Bus crashes onto highway divider in Kokrajhar, 18 injured
Guwahati:At least 18 peoplewere injuredafter a bus they were travelling in met with an accident inKokrajhar, AssamonSaturday. A police sourceinformed thatthe bus (AS01PC5625) as heading to Guwahati from Alipurduar in West Bengal. Itwasnot knownhow the accident took placebutthe police said that the driver may have dosed off due to tiredness and crashed onto a divider [] The post Assam: Bus crashes onto highway divider in Kokrajhar, 18 injured appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam: Circle Officer suspended days after filing complaint against Nalbari DC Varnali Deka
Guwahati: A revenue circle officer in Assams Nalbari district has been suspended for alleged negligence in election duty. Revenue Circle Officer Arpana Sarmah of Paschim Nalbari revenue circle was suspended with effect from May 15. The suspension order, signed by Principal Secretary of Revenue, Gyanendra Dev Tripathi, cited Sarmahs reported abandonment of election duties, insubordination, [] The post Assam: Circle Officer suspended days after filing complaint against Nalbari DC Varnali Deka appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
RR vs KKR: Dream11 Prediction, 70th Match, Dream11 Team, Indian Premier League 2024
Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders Dream11 Prediction, IPL 2024: The playoff matches in the TATA IPL 2024 will kick off on Tuesday as the tournament moves to the knockout stage. All four spots in the next round have been booked. However, the last group match will be played on Sunday evening. Kolkata Knight Riders will take on Rajasthan Royals at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati. This clash will be important for both teams heading into the playoffs. RR need this win because it will help them finish second on the table. Meanwhile, KKR will look to try out some players that can play in the next round. RR vs KKR: Match Details Match Date : May 19, 2024 (Sunday) Time : 3:30 PM IST Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati RR vs KKR: Live Streaming Details The last group match of the tournament will be streamed live on the Jio Cinema mobile app or its website for free. Furthermore, the live telecast will be available on Star Sports channels in India. RR vs KKR: Head-to-Head Total Matches Played : 29 Rajasthan Royals : 14 Kolkata Knight Riders : 14 No Result : 0 RR vs KKR: Pitch Report As seen in the last game, this venue was helping the pace bowlers, and there was plenty of swing for the pacers to trouble the batters. That is expected in the coming game, so the toss will be important. The conditions will improve in the second inning. Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders Predicted Teams Rajasthan Royals: Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Rovman Powell, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, Sandeep Sharma, Avesh Khan, Yuzvendra Chahal Kolkata Knight Riders: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sunil Narine, Shreyas Iyer (c), Venkatesh Iyer, Nitish Rana, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Mitchell Starc, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy RR vs KKR Dream11 Team Wicket-keeper : Sanju Samson, Rahmanullah Gurbaz Batters : Shreyas Iyer, Venkatesh Iyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal All-rounders : Sunil Narine (Captain), Andre Russell (Vice Captain), Riyan Parag, Ravi Ashwin Bowlers : Sandeep Sharma, Varun Chakravarthy Dream11 Prediction: RR have now lost four matches on the trot and are struggling. Meanwhile, KKR are on the roll and winning games with good margins. That is why we predict KKR to win this game. RR vs KKR Dream11 Prediction, Today Match Prediction, Today Match RR vs KKR, RR vs KKR Dream11 Team, RR vs KKR Head-to-Head Record, Fantasy Cricket Tips, RR vs KKR Pitch Report, Today Cricket Match Prediction, Today Cricket Match, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update of the match between Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders Also Read: Join Our WhatsApp Channel For IPL 2024 Updates Disclaimer :The fantasy team is purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your Dream11 team.
Assam CM on Swati Maliwal assault case: Is Sanjay Singh lying or Atishi Marlena?
Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said that AAP leader Sanjay Singh on May 14 accepted that an assault had happened with AAP MP Swati Maliwal and on May 17 AAP leader Atishi Marlena Singh denied that any attack took place. Sanjay Singh has already said on May 14 that Swati Maliwal [] The post Assam CM on Swati Maliwal assault case: Is Sanjay Singh lying or Atishi Marlena? appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
High Court of Meghalaya issues notice to govt. on upper age limit row
Guwahati: Acting on a writ petition the High Court of Meghalaya on Friday issued notices to the state government and other concerned authorities to reply on the matter of alleged irregularities in the upper age limit set for recruitment in Meghalaya Police. According to reports, a writ petition has been filed in the High Court [] The post High Court of Meghalaya issues notice to govt. on upper age limit row appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Can RR beat KKR, end losing run and secure No 2 spot?
Rajasthan Royals will be desperate to snap their four-match losing streak and finish in the top two when they meet table toppers Kolkata Knight Riders in an important IPL match in Guwahati on Sunday.
Narcotics seized, one arrested in Assams Karbi Anglong
Narcotics seized, one arrested in Assams Karbi Anglong Guwahati: Assam Police have seized narcotic substances in Karbi Anglong district and arrested one person on the charges of drug peddling, officials said on Saturday. According to a senior official, the arrested person is a habitual drug peddler. He is identified as 27-year-old Yunus Ali. Based [] The post Narcotics seized, one arrested in Assams Karbi Anglong appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Pre-Ahom era treasures unearthed following excavation in Assam temple
GUWAHATI: In a remarkable archaeological find, the Assam state archaeology directorate has unearthed numerous artefacts at Gupteswar Devalaya, a historic temple at Singri in Sonitpur district of Assam. The temple, located under the Dhekiajuli revenue circle, has been under the protection of the Directorate of Archaeology, Assam. Excavations at this revered site have been ongoing [] The post Pre-Ahom era treasures unearthed following excavation in Assam temple appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Meeting on community-led climate action held in Shillong
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, May 17: A meeting of the Meghalaya State Council on Climate Change and Sustainable Development has been held to focus on leveraging community institutions as part of a collaborative strategy for community-led climate action. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Meghalaya chief minister, Conrad K. Sangma at the secretariat building []
IUCN primate specialist visits Aaranyak
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, May 17:Dr Susan M Cheyne, vice-chair for the IUCN Primate Specialist Group Section on Small Apes, visited Aaranyaks office on Friday in Guwahati. Dr Dilip Chetry, head of Aaranyaks primate research and conservation division, welcomed Dr Cheyne and discussed the various conservation efforts that Aaranyak is undertaking for hoolock gibbons in north-east []
State mourns loss of former minister Thaneswar Boro
HT Correspondent KOKRAJHAR, May 17:Thaneswar Boro, a former Assam cabinet minister overseeing Education and Revenue, and a distinguished social thinker, passed away on Friday at 7:05 am in Guwahati Medical College and Hospital. Boro had been receiving treatment at GMCH for a severe heart condition for several days after initially being admitted to Swasti Hospital, []
NFR announces train cancellations, rescheduling, diversions & regulations
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, May 17:In view of pre-non-interlocking and non-interlocking works at Barpeta Road, Sorupeta, and Pathsala stations for the commissioning of double lines in the Barpeta Road Pathsala section under the Rangiya division of Northeast Frontier Railway, several trains passing through that section will remain cancelled, diverted, rescheduled, and regulated. The train services []
Vocational students experience hands-on training
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, May 17:An industrial visit was organised for candidates of classes 9 & 10, pursuing vocational education in the elective subject Tourism & Hospitality at Kahilipara High School, Guwahati, in Hotel Vivanta on Friday. The industrial visit was organised by Yuvaan Educative LLP, a training and monitoring partner (TMP) of Samagra Shiksha, Assam. []
Dhaligaon LPG Bottling Plant-ko chipatenga
TURA: Dhaligaon LPG Bottling Plant-ko May 9 tarikoni May 31 tarikona chipatengani gimin LPG-rangko Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), North Guwahati Bottling Plant-onikosa West Garo Hills ajani LPG dealer-rangna onenga aro iandakmiting somoirango West Garo Hills ajao LPG jakkalenggipa manderang, chuonga gita LPG-rangko manjanaba gnang ine West Garo Hills Supply-ni Deputy Director uiataha. Uni gimin ia [] The post Dhaligaon LPG Bottling Plant-ko chipatenga appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Special trains from Vizag to clear for summer rush
Visakhapatnam: The Railways has launched special trains to clear the summer rush, a release said on Friday. Train No. 06507 SMV BengaluruKharagpur special train will leave SMV Bengaluru at 3.50 pm on Fridays from May 24 to June 14 which will reach Duvvada the next day at 12 noon and depart at 12.02 pm to reach Kharagpur in the early hours of the next day at 2.45 am (four trips). In the return direction, the train will leave Kharagpur at 2 pm on Mondays from May 27 to June 17 which will reach Duvvada the next day early hours at 2.38 am and depart at 2.40 am and to reach SMV Bengaluru at 7.50 pm. Similarly, Train No. 06585 SMV Bengaluru-Howrah Summer Special will leave SMV Bengaluru at 00.30 am on Fridays from May 31 to June 14 which will reach Duvvada at 7.25 pm and depart at 7.27 pm to reach Howrah at 10 am next day. (three trips) In the return direction, the special train will leave Howrah at 1.05 pm on Saturdays from June 1 to June 15 which will reach Duvvada at 3.03 am the next day and depart at 3.05 am and reach SMV Bengaluru at 8.10 pm. Train No. 06569 SMV Bengaluru-Guwahati special train will leave SMV Bengaluru on Sundays at 00.30 am from May 26 to June 9 which will reach Duvvada at 7.23 pm the next day and depart at 7.55 pm and reach Guwahati at 5.30 am on Friday. (Four trips) In the return direction the train will leave Guwahati on Wednesdays at 6 am from May 29 to June 12 which will reach Duvvada the next day at 3.08 pm and depart at 3.10 pm to reach SMV Bengaluru at 10 am on Monday. (Four trips)
India-Bangladesh bilateral meet held on civil service capacity building
Guwahati: A bilateral meeting between Secretary, Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, Government of India V. Srinivas was held with Rectors (Secretaries) of four Capacity Building Institutions and Senior Officials of Ministry of Public Administration of Bangladesh Sukesh Kumar Sarker, Director General (Secretary), National Academy for Planning and Development(NAPD), Bangladesh on Thursday in online [] The post India-Bangladesh bilateral meet held on civil service capacity building appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam: Tezpur University observes International Museum Day
Guwahati: In order to promote the role of museums, the Department of Cultural Studies, Tezpur University, on the occasion of International Museum Day celebrated across the world on May 18, organized weeklong activities. International Museum Day is coordinated by the International Council of Museums (ICOM), a non-governmental organisation dedicated to museums. This years theme declared [] The post Assam: Tezpur University observes International Museum Day appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Ministry of Law and Justice to organise a two-day conference in Guwahati from May 18
Guwahati: In recent years, the Government of India has taken several initiatives to repeal archaic colonial laws and usher in legislations which are citizen-centric and cater to the requirements of a vibrant democracy. As part of this, recently, three new laws have been enacted to overhaul the criminal justice system in the country. The new [] The post Ministry of Law and Justice to organise a two-day conference in Guwahati from May 18 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Nagaland: Musician Ket Meth releases Ghost Stories, an exploration of love and loss
Guwahati: Nagalands well-known musician Ket Meth dropped their highly anticipated album Ghost Stories on May 11, 2024. This full-length project delves into the complexities of love and loss with a unique blend of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Ghost Stories features a captivating blend of heartfelt melodies and introspective lyrics. The tracklist weaves a narrative [] The post Nagaland: Musician Ket Meth releases Ghost Stories, an exploration of love and loss appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma faces backlash over Rahul Gandhi constitution remarks
Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma faced backlash on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday after expressing doubts over a copy of the Indian Constitution held by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in an image. Sharing a collage on X (formerly Twitter) that included the front covers of the Indian Constitution, the Chinese Constitution, and Rahul [] The post Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma faces backlash over Rahul Gandhi constitution remarks appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Torrential Rain in Guwahati Uproots Massive Tree, Causes Traffic Snarl
A sudden downpour hit Guwahati on Friday evening, resulting in the uprooting of a massive tree in the Geetanagar area, which subsequently caused significant traffic disruptions.
Assam-Meghalaya border meet: Unauthorised entry to be restricted in forest land
Guwahati: A joint meeting of Assam and Meghalaya officials resolved to hold peace in border villages of West Karbi Anglong district of Assam and West Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya. The meeting resolved that the entry tax gate be set up by Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) at Khanduli to be allowed by both sides. [] The post Assam-Meghalaya border meet: Unauthorised entry to be restricted in forest land appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
2-day conference on criminal justice system gets underway at IIT-G on May 18
Guwahati, May 17: The Ministry of Law and Justice is organising a two-day conference titled Indias Progressive Path in the Administration of Criminal Justice System, in association with the Assam government, at IIT-Guwahati from Saturday. The conference, to be graced by the Union minister of state (independent charge) for the Ministry of Law and Justice, [] The post 2-day conference on criminal justice system gets underway at IIT-G on May 18 appeared first on The Shillong Times .
HC closes PIL challenging non-completion of augmentation of Diphu water supply scheme
Guwahati, May 17 // The Gauhati High Court has closed a PIL challenging the non-completion of augmentation of the Greater Diphu Water Supply Scheme in Karbi Anglong district, observing that the Assam government had approached the Centre regarding funds for implementation of the water supply scheme and that the matter was under consideration with the [] The post HC closes PIL challenging non-completion of augmentation of Diphu water supply scheme appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Manipur group says PMs free rice not reaching poor in 2 hill districts, blames black marketing
GUWAHATI: A peoples rights group in Manipur alleged rice given for free to the poor under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) is not reaching the beneficiaries in two tribal districts due to black marketing. The Movement for Peoples Rights Forum, Manipur, alleged a nexus between some officials of the Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and a few transport contractors who has reportedly paralysed the monthly rice distribution system in Noney and Tamenglong districts. It sought Chief Minister N Biren Singhs immediate intervention to give relief to people affected by black marketing. The Centre had decided to continue with the scheme for five years from January 1, 2024, for the benefit of about 81.35 crore beneficiaries. This is a historic decision that places the PMGKAY amongst the worlds biggest social welfare schemes aimed at ensuring food and nutrition security. Likewise, several schemes have been initiated in Manipur with an aim to bring prosperity and development, along with the noble idea to bridge the gap between the hills and the valley, the forum said in a statement. However, it added, in contradiction to these objectives and commitments, some officials of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution in connivance with a few transport contractors are indulging in unlawful practices whereby large quantities of rice entitled to the beneficiaries are being sold in the black market, mainly in Tamenglong and Noney districts, thereby depriving the basic rights of the beneficiaries. Even among those who are aware of PMGKAY, there are reports of inequitable distribution and favouritism in the allocation of benefits. This has led to further frustration and disillusionment among those who are in dire need of assistance, the forum said. It said the absence of PMGKAY benefits was disproportionately affecting the vulnerable groups such as low-income families, senior citizens and persons with disabilities. It also said that the monthly rice was not distributed to the beneficiaries in July and November of last year and February, March, April and May of this year. The beneficiaries urged the CM to initiate strict actions against the culprits as per the law and ensure the uninterrupted functioning of the scheme within a stipulated period of one week before the matter escalates into a larger crisis.
Guwahati: Anti-influx body, Prabajan Virodhi Manch (PVM) convenor and Supreme Court lawyer Upamanyu Hazarika on Friday said the safeguard of indigenous Assamese people which could have been possible only by NRC re-verification and legal safeguards reserving land resources etc. have become prey to the personal ambitions of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. It is [] The post Safeguarding of indigenous people has become prey to Assam CMs personal ambitions, says Upamanyu Hazarika appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam: NF Railway to operate special DEMU train between Guwahati and Barpathar
Guwahati: Northeast Frontier (NF) Railway has decided to operate a DEMU special train between Guwahati and Barpathar to meet the escalating demand of passengers. The train will operate daily for four trips each in both directions starting from May 18 until May 21, 2024, according to an NF Railway statement. This will provide an alternative [] The post Assam: NF Railway to operate special DEMU train between Guwahati and Barpathar appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Meghalaya govt plans cricket stadium in Ri Bhoi
Guwahati, May 17: Meghalaya Sports Minister Shakliar Warjri today informed that a big stadium is being planned to host cricket matches in Ri Bhoi district. The Minister made the statement while denying the notion that Government gives importance to only football and not cricket. The Minister also said that the renovation work of the JN [] The post Meghalaya govt plans cricket stadium in Ri Bhoi appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Senior Tripura CPI (M) MLA writes to Scindia over the steep rise in airfare
Guwahati: Senior CPI (M) MLA Jitendra Choudhury has written to Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, urging him to take immediate steps to control the steep rise in airfare between Kolkata and Agartala. Chaudhury said the airfare between Kolkata and Agartala has reached an unprecedented high of Rs 17,000. He added, This is particularly distressing given [] The post Senior Tripura CPI (M) MLA writes to Scindia over the steep rise in airfare appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam Career : IIIT Guwahati Recruitment 2024
Applications are invited for recruitment of various administrative positions or career in IIIT Guwahati Assam. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Guwahati Assam is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the post or career of Project Interns (Three in number)to work under the research projectentitled Indigenous Medicines of the North Eastern India: From [] The post Assam Career : IIIT Guwahati Recruitment 2024 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam Career : BBCI Guwahati Recruitment 2024
Applications are invited for recruitment of various administrative positions or career in BBCI Guwahati Assam. Dr. B. Borooah Cancer Institute (BBCI) Guwahati Assam is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the post or career of Counsellor for Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India sponsored project Regional Satellite Centre of Tobacco [] The post Assam Career : BBCI Guwahati Recruitment 2024 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarmas communal remarks slammed
GUWAHATI: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has sparked a major controversy with his recent remarks during a public speech. Addressing a gathering, Sarma made highly communal statements that have drawn sharp criticism from various quarters for their divisive nature. In his speech, Sarma said, Dont tell Hindus to cool down. After so many years, [] The post Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarmas communal remarks slammed appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Former Assam Education Minister Thaneswar Boro Passes Away at 85
Former Education Minister of Assam and ex-President of the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), Thaneswar Boro, passed away Friday morning at the age of 85. He succumbed to cardiac arrest at around 7:08 AM while receiving treatment at the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Guwahati, as informed. Boro had been reportedly in the Intensive... The post Former Assam Education Minister Thaneswar Boro Passes Away at 85 appeared first on Northeast Today .
Assam: Task force meets at Kaziranga to chalk out anti-rhino poaching measures
GUWAHATI: The second meeting of the anti-rhino poaching task force, chaired by Assam special director general of police (SDGP) Harmeet Singh, was held at Kazirangas Kohora convention centre on Thursday (May 16). Senior Assam police officials, including inspectors general of police (special task force) and (central range), superintendents of police of the rhino-inhabited areas, senior [] The post Assam: Task force meets at Kaziranga to chalk out anti-rhino poaching measures appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam MP eyes third term, contests from Valmiki Nagar in Bihar
GUWAHATI: Naba Kumar Sarania, a two-time Lok Sabha MP representing Kokrajhar constituency in Assam, is now vying for his third consecutive term in the Lower House. However, this time, he is contesting from the Valmiki Nagar constituency in Bihar. After his nomination from Kokrajhar in Assam was rejected, Sarania, a former ULFA militant, filed his [] The post Assam MP eyes third term, contests from Valmiki Nagar in Bihar appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Viral video: Influencer dressed as 'Manjulika' dances on crowded road, internet reacts
An Instagram video of influencer Preeti Thapa dressed as 'Manjulika' from the Bollywood movie 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa' dancing in the streets of Guwahati has gone viral.
One Held With Fake Notes In Guwahati
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, May 16: In a swift and decisive operation this morning, the Special Task Force (STF) of Assam executed a targeted raid in the Puberun Path area under the jurisdiction of Hatigaon, Guwahati. Acting on reliable intelligence regarding the circulation of counterfeit currency, the STF apprehended a suspect and seized significant evidence implicating []
POCO becomes #6 Android smartphone brand in India
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, May 16: POCO India, renowned for its exponential growth in the smartphone industry, has once again achieved a remarkable feat. Through its unwavering commitment to innovation, POCO has surpassed OnePlus by experiencing an extraordinary year-on-year growth of 72.2% in Q1 2024. The latest IDC report highlights POCOs impressive growth trajectory during Q1 []
Northeast: Ministry of DoNER launches Swachhata Pakhwada in Delhi
Guwahati: The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) has taken a significant step towards promoting cleanliness and environmental sustainability with the launch of Swachhata Pakhwada. The event commenced on Thursday at Vigyan Bhawan (Annexe), New Delhi, and will run from 16th May to 31st May 2024. During the inaugural ceremony, team MDoNER took [] The post Northeast: Ministry of DoNER launches Swachhata Pakhwada in Delhi appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Indian Premier League: The IPL 2024 has been witness to a widening divide between bat and ball, as the batters have fearlessly racked up massive runs at the expense of the bowlers. To bring in a balance between bat and ball, India's legendary leg-spinner Anil Kumble has suggested that IPL should have bigger boundaries and get more pronounced seam on white balls to keep bowlers in the game. The overall run rate in IPL 2024 stands at 9.57, which is the highest amongst all editions of the tournament, with 250+ scores above eight. Moreover, IPL 2024 has seen 1133 sixes hit so far, making it the highest number of sixes ever hit in a single edition of IPL. Its been really hard on the bowlers, especially the first half of the tournament. I certainly believe you have to maximise the boundaries at every venue and give batters the biggest possible boundaries. For starters, you can move the dugouts into the stands. I know you will lose a few seats, but so be it. Then the other aspect is to perhaps look at the white-ball having a more pronounced seam so that theres a bit more movement. The ball stops swinging just after one over or less than that. With seam slightly pronounced, there will be some movement with the ball and along with maximising the boundaries, this will help the bowlers because you need a balance between bat and ball. You cant be running in and just going through the gears, otherwise in a couple of years, you wont have too many bowlers lining up to do the bowling, as everybody wants to be a batter. You need bowlers to be a part of the game and the balance is very important in maintaining it. I am sure it will be addressed in the coming years, said Kumble, an IPL Expert, in a select virtual interaction organised by JioCinema on Thursday. Five-time champions Mumbai Indians have endured a horror season so far, resulting in them being at the bottom of the points table and already eliminated from the race to playoffs. Kumble, who served as MIs chief mentor from January 2013 to March 2016, thinks the leadership transition from Rohit Sharma to Hardik Pandya wasnt a smooth one and felt changing the captain of the star-studded side could have happened next year. I thought the change which happened was a bit sudden obviously Rohit Sharma was leading Mumbai Indians for the last ten years and led the team to five titles. In hindsight, maybe, they could have sort of looked at Rohit to manage the team this year and then Hardik could have come in next year. But the team leadership took that decision. Having said that, they havent played good cricket they were inconsistent with the bat and that showed in the matches they played. With the kind of quality and ability batters have in Mumbai Indians, I certainly expected them to make it to the playoffs because when I chose the four teams to enter the playoffs before the start of the season, Mumbai Indians were certainly one of them. Its a matter of yes, a new captain and players not being in greatest of form that also didnt help. Hardik leading GT is different from Hardik leading MI because again he is getting into a new setup and new set of players, said Kumble. Gujarat Titans are also out of the race for playoffs and Kumble thought Shubman Gill fared well in his first year as an IPL captain. Similarly to GT as well, any captain takes time. You really cant judge Shubman I thought he was pretty aggressive in his approach when it came to captaincy and looked to take wickets. Unfortunately, a couple of injuries didnt help GT Shami was a big miss, David Miller got injured and wasnt in the best of form, as compared to the last two seasons. So, in that sense, they missed out due to form, injuries and in T20s, if some of the games dont go your way, then you dont make it. Thats how it works and I think Shubman did well in his first season as captain and with learnings from this season, he will develop and learn from here on. The Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals have already qualified for the playoffs. But the side has been on a slide in form, losing their last four consecutive matches, mainly due to the middle-order not clicking well and injuries leading to changes in personnel at times. Kumble admitted their current form is a cause of concern, but expected Samson & Co to fight back in time for next weeks playoffs. Its not a good thing going into the playoffs with four losses and it means GT need to get their act together. This happens because its a long tournament; I am sure there must be some fatigue that has set in. But having said that, some of it is by their own doing because they have meddled with some of the batters going up and down except for openers, Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag. They have sort of moved the batters around them up and down, and not played all of their overseas players, which were available to them. They have made some changes mostly tactical, that havent worked out for them. Yesterday, they played at a new venue in Guwahati, where the first match was being played. But the pitch wasnt ideal for a team that had batters looking to score runs and get their confidence back, especially the openers. So, you would expect them to have a really flat deck when they play KKR (on Sunday). But if its a slowish wicket, like what we saw yesterday, then it will be a bit more difficult for Rajasthan on that surface. Its a bit of their own doing, but sometimes you try too hard and it doesnt work. So maybe, it's time to just ease off, have a couple of days off and refresh then come back energetic and be ready for the playoffs. They are already in playoffs, so dont see them that worried, but yes, the form is a bit of a worry as a team. It takes just one or two spells or one innings by somebody to take them through, he concluded.
SC directs Centre to deport 17 foreigners detained in Assam transit camps
Guwahati, May 16: The Supreme Court has directed the central government to take steps to immediately deport 17 foreigners detained in transit camps of Assam, considering that there are no pending cases registered against them. A bench of the apex court, while hearing the matter pertaining to the condition of detention centres in Assam on [] The post SC directs Centre to deport 17 foreigners detained in Assam transit camps appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Railways plan to complete Tripura networks electrification before August 2024
Guwahati: In a significant achievement for the Indian Railways, the electrification of the railway track from Assams Lumding to Sabroom in Tripura is set to be completed before August 2024. According to reports, the electrification has been completed along 165 km of the 265 km track from Dharmanagar to Sabroom via Agartala, with the remaining [] The post Railways plan to complete Tripura networks electrification before August 2024 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam Police arrest broker on charges of illegal acquisition of land
The Guwahati Police has taken a significant step towards curbing fraudulent land acquisition by apprehending a land broker from Narengi's Housing Colony. The arrest follows diligent operations conducted by the Narengi Police on Wednesday, prompted by a case filed at the Noonmati Police Station.
Assam: Over Rs 1800 crore worth of drugs seized in three years where have they gone
Guwahati: Assam has witnessed a significant crackdown on narcotics and drugs in the past two years, with police seizing a staggering amount of contraband substances worth over Rs 1,800 crore. This relentless effort by the Assam Police began in May 2021 and has continued through to the present day. A stringent crackdown on narcotics and [] The post Assam: Over Rs 1800 crore worth of drugs seized in three years where have they gone appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam swelters as heat wave grips region
GUWAHATI: Assam is currently grappling with a severe heat wave, with temperatures soaring at least five degrees above normal in several cities across the state. According to data from the weather department, Guwahati reported a temperature of 37.2 degrees Celsius on Wednesday (May 15), marking a departure of 5.4 degrees from the usual average. Tezpur [] The post Assam swelters as heat wave grips region appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam: Guwahati doctor under scanner over harassment charges, suspended
A recent incident at S.J.N Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital in Guwahati's Panjabari has led to the suspension of a senior faculty member over allegations of physical harassment involving two female students.
Assam: Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah visits victims of communal clash in Barpeta
Guwahati: A communal clash between two communities, (Hindu and Muslim) in Bamunbari village near Kayakuchi, Barpeta district resulted in many people being hospitalized. As per the direction of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, PHE minister Jayanta Mallah Baruah on Wednesday visited Bamunbari Village and reviewed the prevailing law and order situation. He also visited Fakhruddin [] The post Assam: Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah visits victims of communal clash in Barpeta appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
High Court in Nepal acquits Sandeep Lamichhane of rape charges
Guwahati: Talented Nepalese cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane has been acquitted of rape charges by Patan High Court in Nepal and is now available to play all forms of domestic and international matches. This information was shared by the Nepal Cricket Board in a press release on Wednesday. Earlier, Lamichhane was convicted of the charges by a [] The post High Court in Nepal acquits Sandeep Lamichhane of rape charges appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
