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The longstanding shadow conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States has increasingly shifted towards direct military confrontation. Iran’s missile and drone attacks in April and October 2024 marked a significant departure from its traditional strategy of relying primarily on regional proxies. In the event of renewed US-Israeli bombing, Tehran is likely to adopt a…

A Plus Charge has added 10 stations across the Northeast in the past few months, with 28 more ready for deployment or under construction, and is making the Guwahati–Jorhat drive easier for EV owners, with local hosts owning stations that the company operates. A Plus Charge is the official CPO for the states of Assam,…

The auspicious occasion of Dhanteras, traditionally associated with wealth, prosperity and the purchase of gold, is witnessing a remarkable trend this year as precious metal prices have reached unprecedented levels. With 24-carat gold reportedly trading between ₹78,000 and ₹80,000 per 10 grams, Indian consumers are balancing long-standing cultural traditions with rising financial considerations. Gold holds…

The Indian stock market witnessed a remarkable rally as the benchmark indices, the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50, climbed to unprecedented record levels. The surge followed the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) announcement of a record surplus transfer of ₹2.11 lakh crore to the Central Government for the financial year 2023–24, significantly exceeding earlier…

Guwahati is set to add a new dimension to its vibrant food and hospitality sector with the inauguration of The Terminal, the city’s first round-the-clock food court. Formally inaugurated on Friday evening by Shri Chetan Kumar Srivastava, General Manager, Northeast Frontier Railway, the new dining destination is located near Guwahati Railway Station, at Panbazar, Station…

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a record surplus transfer of ₹2.11 lakh crore to the Union Government for the financial year 2023–24, marking a substantial increase over the ₹87,416 crore transferred in the previous year. The decision, approved at the 604th meeting of the RBI’s Central Board of Directors under Governor Shaktikanta Das,…

The Indian equity markets have reached historic milestones, with the benchmark BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 touching unprecedented record highs. The rally reflects growing investor confidence in India’s economic prospects, supported by strong banking performance, institutional investments, corporate earnings and favourable domestic economic conditions. Banking Sector Leads the Rally The banking and financial services…

In an increasingly interconnected global economy marked by geopolitical tensions, fluctuating commodity prices and financial uncertainties, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has emphasised the close relationship between financial stability and price stability. Former RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das highlighted that both are essential for maintaining economic confidence, protecting purchasing power and ensuring sustainable growth. A…

The United States stock market experienced significant turbulence as Wall Street staged an impressive recovery following a steep decline in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, which reportedly lost more than 1,000 points during a single trading session. The dramatic turnaround highlighted the unpredictable nature of financial markets and the continuing influence of economic developments on…

The global cybersecurity environment faces increasingly complex challenges as organisations become more dependent on interconnected digital services. Reports of a potential supply-chain security incident involving ConnectWise, a major provider of software used by Managed Service Providers (MSPs), highlight the risks associated with placing extensive trust in third-party technology platforms. Such incidents can expose numerous businesses…