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11 Mar

Assam Cabinet approves development council for ‘Kiran Sheikh’ community

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Assam's Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, approved several significant measures during a meeting, announced Tourism Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah. One of the notable decisions was the establishment of a development council for the Kiran Sheikh community residing in the Barak Valley, fulfilling a long-standing demand. Minister Baruah emphasized the government's commitment to supporting various communities by approving such development councils. Additionally, the Cabinet sanctioned the utilization of the Meitei script for primary level education in Manipuri language schools, aiming to enhance educational accessibility and inclusivity. Furthermore, Minister Baruah disclosed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to…

29 Feb

Assam’s railway stations set for modern marvels under Amrit Bharat Station scheme

editorAssam

Assam's railway stations are poised for a contemporary transformation as part of the Indian Railways' ambitious Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Under this initiative, a total of 50 railway stations in Assam are slated for redevelopment. Some notable stations earmarked for modernization include Hojai, Gohpur, Jagiroad, Lumding Jn, Vishwanath Chariali, North Lakhimpur, and Silapathar. Prime Minister's recent foundation stone laying ceremony for the redevelopment of 553 railway stations nationwide, including those in Assam, further bolstered the Centre's commitment to enhancing railway infrastructure. Already, work is underway on the redevelopment of 508 stations since the PM's initial groundbreaking ceremony last August. The…

17 Jan

Youth Journalists Forum in Assam has appoints a new committee and plans a conclave

Business BureauAssam, North East

The buzz of young journalism filled the air at the Dispur Press Club today as the Youth Journalists Forum, Assam, held its executive meeting. The vibrant atmosphere was marked by two significant decisions: the formation of a new committee and the planning of a youth conclave. The newly appointed committee boasts a dynamic lineup of young journalists, ready to steer the forum towards a bright future. Nitish Sarmah takes the helm as President, ably supported by Vice President Manjushree Kalita, Working President Pankaj Medhi, and General Secretary Dibyajyoti Das. Joint Secretary Hirul Hoque, Himakshi Baruah, Organizing Secretary Shah Alam, Treasurer…

18 Dec

Kerala Police arrests a Assam native accused for rape

editor0 CommentsAssam, breaking news

An Assam native was arrested by Kerala police for allegedly raping a 52 year old woman belongs from Alappuzha district. According to the sources, the accused raped and injured the four days ago on December 13. The woman worked as a daily wage laborer at a railway station, the accused took her saying he would take her to a nearest station. Later, he took her in an isolated area and raped her brutally. The accused is an Assam native who is 32 years old lives Koch and is fluent in Malayalam, the survivor said to the police.

18 Dec

Assam CM approaches Muslim community census for empowerment

editor0 CommentsAssam, North East, Political

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma recently spoke on the importance of conducting caste census for the Muslim community for their empowerment in the state. The CM said the Congress and the Opposition alliance should not only focus on Hindu caste, but also require similar census for the Muslims. Speaking at an event, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said, “Hindus are our brothers, but Muslims are elder brothers. It is crucial for them to be strong. We are one; we have two brothers – Hindu and Muslim.” Additionally, Sarma also mentioned about the upcoming action against polygamy, scheduled to be…

18 Dec

Assam sales 2,300 crore tea in 2023-24 fiscal year

editor0 CommentsAssam, Economy

Guwahati Tea Auction Centre (GTAC) has become a global tea industry hub, renowned for both its bustling tea trading activities and record-setting auction prices. As per reports, Guwahati Tea Auction Centre (GTAC) has achieved a staggering Rs 2,300 crore in Assam tea sales during the financial year 2023-24. GTAC reportedly sold 114.29 M. kgs at an average price of Rs 198.51, slightly lower than the previous year’s average of Rs 201.14. GTAC has also surpassed the previous record, with an average price of Rs 191.26 per kg, indicating a growing global demand for Assam tea. Approximately 165 million kg of…

26 Sep

Assam’s Biswanath Ghat became the best tourism village of India 2023

Business Correspondent0 CommentsAssam

Biswanath Ghat in Assam popularly known as 'Gupta Kashi' has been named as the 'Best Tourism Village of India 2023' by the Ministry of Tourism. The Ghat is situated on the banks of the Brahmaputra River, to the South of Biswanath Charialii Town. The Ghat holds the first 'Clock Tower of Assam' The tourists spots in the village include Maa Kalyani Mandir, Biswanath Temple, Nomara Picnic Place, Biswanath Ghat, Nagsankar Temple, Monabarie Tea Estate, and Green Ashiyana Island Resort.

28 Jul

A bike rally was organized by the Greater Mans Conservation and Tourism Development Society

editor0 CommentsAssam, Wild Life

Locals have announced a series of protests demanding stronger action to protect wildlife in Assam's Manas National Park and Tiger Reserve.Assam celebrated 2022 as a zero-rhino-poaching year. The ongoing year has seen two incidents related to the poaching of the prized one-horned rhinoceros in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, and lastly Manse National Park staff recovered the horn from a rhinoceros skeleton. In Lower AssamThe incident came to notice in June. Apparently the rhino had died and its prized horn was missing. A bike rally was organized on the call of the Greater Manas Conservation and Tourism Development Society…

03 Feb

Thousands will be arrested in crackdown on child marriage, says Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma

Business Correspondent0 CommentsAssam

Assam CM Himanta Biswa made an announcement during his visit to Nagaon district on Thursday that from the coming week, around thousands of men in Assam who tied the knot with the girls aged below 18 will be taken into custody.Strict action will be implemented on individuals who had involved in child marriage earlier, he stated. Nagaon district had observe a large number of child marriage (42 per cent) and girls getting pregnant before 18 years of age (15 per cent). The above announcement was part of the government's campaign against child marriage, which has been cited as the main…

10 Aug

Special train between Guwahati-Kolkata to start from January 2023

editor0 CommentsAssam, West Bengalguwahati, kolkata

In a bid to clear the rush of passengers, Eastern Railway has determined to proceed the Guwahati-Kolkata distinctive train. As per the latest reports, Guwahati-Kolkata exceptional education will continue bi-weekly till 2023. The train will leave Guwahati Wednesday and Saturday every week at 9 pm. It will reach Kolkata on Thursday and Sunday respectively at 3 PM . From Kolkata, it will leave for Guwahati every Thursday and Sunday at 9:40 PM. It will reach Guwahati at 3:55 pm on Friday and Monday respectively. All passengers, who wish to travel in this train, can book tickets online and offline mode.…