January, 2026 - News Light Barak

28
Jan

Arijit Singh Announces Retirement From Playback Singing; Says, “It Has Been A Wonderful Journey”

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Singer Arijit Singh has revealed that he will no longer continue as a playback singer, although he did not explain the reason for this decision. In an emotional post shared on Instagram, the singer expressed deep appreciation for the love and support he has received from fans throughout his career.In his note, Arijit thanked listeners […]

28
Jan

An elderly woman lost her life after being attacked by a wild elephant in Assam’s West Karbi Anglong district

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A 70-year-old woman lost her life after a wild elephant trampled her in Assam’s West Karbi Anglong district on Tuesday, police officials said.The incident took place in Hijunglangsang village under the Jirikideng police station area. The woman, identified as Kasang Kropi, was on her way back from a religious event with a group of other […]

28
Jan

At least 5 lakh ‘Miyas’ names to be dropped in Assam voter roll

News Light Barak / 3 weeks
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has stated that once the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is implemented in the state, around five lakh names identified as “Miyas” will be removed from the voter list.At present, the Election Commission of India (ECI) is carrying out a Special Revision (SR) exercise, which differs from […]

16
Jan

For the first time, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma will participate in the WEF Davos meeting.

News Light Barak / 1 month
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is set to attend the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos for the first time, a move seen as an important step in enhancing the state’s global presence and drawing foreign investment.Addressing the media, Sarma said Assam has been given the chance to represent India at the […]

16
Jan

Trump warned that countries refusing to support his Greenland proposal could face trade tariffs

News Light Barak / 1 month
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On Friday, President Donald Trump cautioned that the United States might levy tariffs on nations that refuse to back his effort to bring Greenland under American control, heightening tensions with European allies over the strategically significant Arctic territory.Trump has a history of using tariffs and economic pressure as tools of foreign policy. His administration has […]

16
Jan

Nearly 44,000 startups registered in 2025, highest since the launch of Startup India

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Almost 44,000 startups were officially registered with the government in 2025, marking the highest number added in a single year since the launch of the Startup India programme. Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared this on Friday, January 16, 2025, while speaking at an event celebrating ten years of the initiative.Introduced on January 16, 2016, Startup […]

15
Jan

Morigaon hosts traditional buffalo fights in defiance of Supreme Court ban

News Light Barak / 1 month
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Despite a Supreme Court ban, traditional buffalo fights (Moh Juj) were held on Thursday in parts of Morigaon district in central Assam during the Magh Bihu celebrations. According to local media reports, the events took place in Baidyabori and Ahatguri, drawing participation from nearby residents. Officials declined to comment, saying the matter is under consideration.In […]

15
Jan

Suspected Pakistan-linked drone spotted again in J&K, third such case this week

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A suspected incursion by a Pakistani drone was reported along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba district after aerial objects were sighted near Keso Mahansan village in the Ramgarh sector.Following the sighting, authorities placed the area on high alert and activated counter-drone measures.Separately, a drone-like object was observed hovering over Degwar village in […]

15
Jan

MEA announces evacuation of Indian nationals from protest-hit Iran

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India has started making arrangements to evacuate its citizens from Iran as concerns grow over the deteriorating security environment. The move comes amid indications from the United States that it may consider military action against Tehran following its forceful response to nationwide protests.On Wednesday, New Delhi issued an advisory asking all Indian nationals currently in […]

15
Jan

IndiGo aircraft arrives safely in Delhi after last-minute escape from Iran shutdown

News Light Barak / 1 month
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A Delhi-bound IndiGo flight from Tbilisi, Georgia, managed to cross Iranian airspace just minutes before Iran abruptly closed its skies, according to aviation tracking data and airline sources—highlighting the disruption caused by the sudden shutdown to global air travel.IndiGo flight 6E1808 took off from Tbilisi late Wednesday night, flew over Iran around 2:35 am on […]

Arijit Singh Announces Retirement From Playback Singing; Says, “It Has Been A Wonderful Journey”

An elderly woman lost her life after being attacked by a wild elephant in Assam’s West Karbi Anglong district

At least 5 lakh ‘Miyas’ names to be dropped in Assam voter roll

For the first time, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma will participate in the WEF Davos meeting.

Trump warned that countries refusing to support his Greenland proposal could face trade tariffs

Nearly 44,000 startups registered in 2025, highest since the launch of Startup India

Morigaon hosts traditional buffalo fights in defiance of Supreme Court ban

Suspected Pakistan-linked drone spotted again in J&K, third such case this week

MEA announces evacuation of Indian nationals from protest-hit Iran

IndiGo aircraft arrives safely in Delhi after last-minute escape from Iran shutdown

Silchar’s Quickobook Ranked Among India’s Top.

Arijit Singh Announces Retirement From Playback.

An elderly woman lost her life.

At least 5 lakh ‘Miyas’ names.

Silchar’s Quickobook Ranked Among.

Arijit Singh Announces Retirement.

An elderly woman lost.