Bank of Baroda has signed an MoU with Assam Rifles, the oldest paramilitary force, to provide the Baroda Central Forces Salary Package to all personnel of the Assam Rifles.
Russian President Vladimir Putin announces the recognition of two separatist republics in eastern Ukraine - Donetsk and Lugansk - as independent through a televised address.
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma inaugurated the 'Shillong Technology Park'. Several companies have submitted their assent to open their branches.