Congress MPs Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Gaurav Gogoi offered prayers at the revered Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati on Thursday. Priyanka Gandhi said she felt “very good” after seeking the blessings of Maa Kamakhya at the temple (Pics/PTI and X)
19 February,2026 04:32 PM IST | Tarun Verma
Employees and workers associated with a joint forum of central trade unions observed a day-long strike on Thursday to show their "resistance to anti-worker, anti-farmer and anti-national pro-corporate policies of the central government". The forum has claimed that 30 crore workers are being mobilised for a "general strike" to protest against the new labour codes, among other issues. Here's a look at how the 'Bharat Bandh' has disrupted several parts of the country. PICS/PTI
12 February,2026 02:02 PM IST | Divya Nair
Rescue and recovery operations are underway after an explosion at an illegal rat-hole coal mine in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills claimed 18 lives. An NDRF team reached the Thangskai area to assist local authorities. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma assured strict action against those responsible and announced Rs 3 lakh ex-gratia for the victims (Pics/PTI)
07 February,2026 01:03 PM IST | Tarun Verma
At least 18 people were killed in a massive explosion at an illegal coal mine in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills, officials said, adding that the rescue efforts were underway and a probe has been launched against the illegal mining. Pics/PTI
06 February,2026 07:39 PM IST | Tarun VermaADVERTISEMENT
