Normal life came to a grinding halt in central districts following a 12 hour bandh call by a platform of 12 organizations on Tuesday.
Vehicles, mostly, refused to ply on the road from 6 in the morning while shops and markets remained closed under the impact of the bandh demanding simultanesous polls for Tiwa autonomous body in the central districts.
In some places a section of bandh supporters tried to stop the movement of vehicles by burning tyres on the road. Some others damaged a few vehicles by pleting stones for defying the bandh.
The 'Uttar Purvi Mahotsav 2024', a five-day cultural extravaganza showcasing Northeast India's richness, kicks off on January 13 at Bharat Mandapam. Organized by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and NEHHDC, the festival aims to display diverse arts, crafts, and cultures, fostering economic opportunities. With 250 participants including weavers, farmers, and entrepreneurs, the event features panel discussions, buyer-seller meets, traditional performances, and a focus on women's roles in regional development. Highlighting the youth's contribution and challenges, the festival aims to explore how they can shape India's economic landscape. Additionally, specialized...
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