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17 Jun

CERO Runs Northeast’s Only Govt-Approved Vehicle Scrapping Facility in Guwahati

PreetiAssam, Business

CERO, India’s first organised vehicle recycling initiative operated by Mahindra MSTC Recycling Pvt. Ltd. (MMRPL), is strengthening Assam’s vehicle scrappage ecosystem through its Government-authorised Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facility (RVSF) in Guwahati. The CERO facility, located at Katanipara, Madanpur, near Madanpur Toll Plaza, Mouza-Madartola, is the only authorised vehicle scrapping centre of its kind in Northeast India. Vehicles from neighbouring states, including West Bengal, are also being brought to the facility for scientific recycling. The name CERO, derived from the Spanish word meaning “Zero”, represents the company’s vision of zero waste and sustainable recycling. Following the implementation of the vehicle scrappage…

16 Jun

Chandmari Karatekas Shine with 19 Gold, 20 Silver, 27 Bronze at State Championship in Khanapara

PreetiAssam, Sports

More than 400 players participated in the 6th State Seishinkai Shito-Ryu Karate Do Championship held at the Veterinary Indoor Stadium, Khanapara. The event was managed by the All Assam Seishinkai Shito-Ryu Karate Do Federation.Under the supervision of Chief Coach Shihan Dilip Mali of the Chandmari Karate Do Academy, a 37-member team of players participated in this championship. They brought laurels to the academy by winning 19 gold, 20 silver, and 27 bronze medals in the Karate Kata and Kumite categories.

13 Jun

Assam Cabinet Clears Satellite Cities Body for Guwahati, Curbs Aadhaar for 18+

PreetiAssam

Assam Cabinet today approved the formation of Guwahati Satellite Cities Development Authority (GSCDA).It will have the mandate to plan, finance, and develop satellite cities in and around Guwahati and areas within the jurisdiction of Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA).The establishment of the GSCDA is expected to facilitate planned expansion of Guwahati and check the haphazard and congested growth of the existing city.The Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also approved a ban on fresh Aadhaar enrolment in Assam for any individual above 18 years of age, except for persons belonging to the Divyang, Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled…

12 Jun

Assam Star Riyan Parag Undergoes Successful Shoulder Surgery in Mumbai

PreetiAssam, Sports

Assam's star cricketer Riyan Parag, who had been suffering from a long-standing shoulder injury, underwent a successful surgery today. Riyan's right shoulder surgery was performed today at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital under the supervision of eminent sports orthopedic specialist Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala. Parag had recently led Rajasthan Royals successfully in the concluded IPL, guiding them to the playoffs.The 24-year-old all-rounder will soon begin his rehabilitation at the BCCI Center of Excellence in Bengaluru. Right after the conclusion of the IPL, Riyan was selected as the vice-captain of the India A team. However, due to a hamstring injury sustained during…

10 Jun

Goalpara Gears Up for 3rd K.C. Das Memorial Rapid Chess on Father’s Day

PreetiAssam, Sports

Rapid Chess in Goalpara like previous years, on the occasion of Father's Day this year as well, the 3rd Annual K.C. Das Memorial Rapid Chess Tournament has been organized on June 14. The event is initiative by Chandanshamala Library, located at Azad Road, Bhatipara in Goalpara town.The competition will commence from 9:00 AM on the said day at Gandhi Bhavan, located near B.O. in Goalpara town. It will be conducted across five categories: Open, Under-19, Under-15, Under-13, and Under-11.Apart from various educational institutions of Goalpara district, many players from neighboring districts like Bongaigaon, Barpeta, and Kamrup Metropolitan will participate in…

30 May

Assam Reports Twin Tragedies as Elephant Attacks Kill Two and Pregnant Jumbo Dies by Electrocution

riyaAssam

A tragic series of human-elephant conflict incidents unfolded in Assam on May 30, resulting in the deaths of two villagers in Nagaon district and a pregnant wild elephant in Goalpara district. In Nagaon, two people, identified as Chahaj Uddin and Hanufa Khatun, lost their lives after a herd of wild elephants entered Kandapara and Ranglubasti villages under the Kampur Range Forest Office during the early hours of the morning. The elephants reportedly trampled the victims to death while moving through human settlements. According to family members, Hanufa Khatun was dragged out of her house by an elephant before being fatally…

28 May

Assam CS Meets BSF ADG to Review Border Management Strategies

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Assam Chief Secretary, Ravi Kota on Thursday met Border Security Force (BSF) additional director general, Sumit Sharan and held substantive discussions on border management and the evolving security dynamics in the region. The meeting touched upon aspects such as the evolving political situation in neighboring countries and the complexities arising from varied border geographies. The interaction also covered strengthening border check-post infrastructure and the importance of sustained coordination between the state administration and border guarding forces towards ensuring security, stability and effective border governance in Assam and the Northeast.

27 May

Gauhati University Clarifies FYIMP and Affiliated College Fee Structure Amid Concerns

PreetiAssam

Gauhati University has issued a detailed clarification regarding concerns over fee structures linked to its Five-Year Integrated Master’s Programme (FYIMP) and the revised fees for affiliated colleges under the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP), stating that several reports circulated in sections of the media are “misleading” and not based on facts. The university stated that the Five-Year Integrated Master’s Programme was introduced in May 2023 as part of the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The programme was formally launched in the presence of the Assam Chief Minister and Education Minister and was designed to provide students with a…

15 May

Two Held in Assam for Allegedly Collecting Biometrics Illegally

riyaAssam, Mizoram

Assam police arrested two residents of Mizoram for allegedly collecting facial biometric data from local residents in Cachar district in the name of an American multinational company without proper authorization. According to police, the duo allegedly organized camps for facial recognition and biometric registration of local youths at a marriage hall in Silchar town a few days ago. Police identified the two suspects as Vanlalrinchhana (33) and Raymond Vatha Chozah (34). According to police, both had been staying in Silchar for the past several months. “They collected facial recognition data and biometric impressions of more than 200 residents, mostly youths,…

13 May

Assam CM Outlines NDA 3.0 Commitment to State’s Progress and Safety

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A day after taking oath as Chief Minister of Assam for a second consecutive term, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday began his first official programme with a visit to Nabagraha Shantisthal at Silpukhuri in Guwahati. Sarma lit ceremonial lamps and laid floral wreaths at the statue and memorial of Bharat Ratna and Assam’s first Chief Minister, Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi and paid his solemn tributes. Speaking to the media, Sarma described Bharat Ratna Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi as the architect of modern Assam. He said Lokapriya Bordoloi dedicated his entire life to safeguarding and developing Assam. The Chief Minister said…