Northeast’s rise under PM Modi is one of India’s biggest success stories: Sarbananda SonowalThe Northeast region of India has transformed into a major economic growth hub; significant investments in infrastructure, digital connecti...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.02 PM IST
Ashok Leyland, Tata Motors and other CV stocks soar up to 9%. What’s triggering the surge?US and Iran have reached an initial peace agreement to end their nearly four-month conflict, restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz,...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.17 AM IST
Northeast India Infrastructure Summit: Shillong to host exhibition from June 15-16; Nitin Gadkari to attendFINER announced the Northeast India Infrastructure Summit & Exhibition 2026 (NEIINFRA 2026) in Shillong on June 15-16, 2026. Hosted by the ...
13 Jun, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
Infra projects see cost overrun of Rs 5.65 lakh crore in AprilCentral sector infrastructure projects exceeding Rs 150 crore each show a cumulative cost overrun of Rs 5.65 lakh crore. As of April, 1,981...
25 May, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
Fishermen are being pushed to the brink by fuel costs in Southeast AsiaRising energy, freight, and supply chain expenses are escalating seafood prices globally. Governments offer aid, but it's stretched thin, i...
22 May, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
Centre betting big on Brahmaputra as economic lifeline: Minister Sarbananda SonowalThe Indian government is developing the Brahmaputra river into a major economic corridor. This initiative focuses on transport, trade, and ...
20 May, 2026, 09.09 AM IST
Centre plans Guwahati Water Metro in Phase I of nationwide rollout: Union minister Sarbananda SonowalIndia is set to launch Water Metro services in 18 cities, with Guwahati leading Phase I. This initiative aims to transform waterways into e...
18 May, 2026, 11.07 PM IST
Seychelles envoy meets Assam Governor, discusses bilateral tiesLakshman Prasad Acharya said that Seychelles is globally admired for its natural beauty, ecological richness and unique biodiversity. Drawi...
16 May, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
FICCI Northeast Council congratulates Himanta Biswa Sarma on second Assam CM termAs Himanta Biswa Sarma embarks on his second term as Chief Minister of Assam, the FICCI Northeast Advisory Council extends its heartfelt co...
13 May, 2026, 10.02 PM IST
Infra projects see cost overrun of Rs 5.61 lakh crore in MarchAs of March 2026, the landscape of central sector infrastructure is marked by significant challenges, with projects exceeding Rs 150 crore ...
24 Apr, 2026, 09.07 PM IST
Major ports handle over 915 MT cargo in FY26: Sarbananda SonowalIndian major ports achieved a significant milestone in 2025-26, handling over 915 million tonnes of cargo. This performance surpassed the a...
24 Apr, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
Arunachal to turn Subansiri Lower Pondage into a mountain-cum-river immersive tourism hubArunachal Pradesh is set to transform the Subansiri Lower Pondage into a premier tourism destination. This ambitious project will integrate...
23 Apr, 2026, 08.29 PM IST
PM inaugurates elevated port corridor in Guwahati, launches multiple waterways projects with Rs 526 crore investment in AssamPrime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated new infrastructure projects along the Brahmaputra River. These initiatives aim to boost tourism and ...
13 Mar, 2026, 09.01 PM IST
Delhi set to roll out electric-solar Yamuna cruises; Sarbananda Sonowal reviews workAs per an official statement, the project—located upstream of the Wazirabad Barrage between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur—is set to offer a gree...
18 Nov, 2025, 09.29 PM IST
UP Cabinet approves inland waterways authority; to boost water transport, tourismThe Uttar Pradesh government will establish an inland waterways authority to advance water transport and tourism, following Cabinet approva...
06 Feb, 2025, 06.58 PM IST
India embarks on Rs 45,000 crore inland waterway development planAn investment of Rs 45,000 crore for the development of river cruise tourism in the country has been promised by the Inland Waterways Devel...
08 Jan, 2024, 08.34 PM IST
MoU signed for ‘Riverine Based Religious Tourism Circuit’ to connect seven Religious places on BrahmaputraA Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed for the development of ‘Riverine Based Religious Tourism Circuit’ among Inland Waterways Aut...
19 May, 2023, 07.14 PM IST