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11 Jun

Prem Singh sworn as new Chief Minister of Sikkim

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In recent, state polling, the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) party, led by PS Golay, won 31 out of 32 seats against the Pawan Chamling-led Sikkim Democratic Front. After the victory Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) took oath as newly elected Chief Minister of Sikkim along with other Council of Ministers. According to the sources, a total of eleven minister in the swearing-ceremony took oath for development and balance of the state, Sikkim. Additionally, the group of ministers including PS Golay are Sonam Lama, Arun Upreti, Samdup Lepcha, Bhima Hang Limboo, Bhojraj Rai, G.T. Dhungyel, Puran Kumar Gurung, Pintso Namgyal Lepcha, N.B.…

08 Apr

Russell is seen in his old form in IPL. Getting success with bat and ball

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Kolkata Knight Riders' in-form all-rounder Andre Russell has had problems with his bat before taking the field against Chennai Super Kings. Can't decide which bat to play with. He was wondering about the difference in the weight of the two bats.Don't go down with a light bat in the 22 yards of Chipak with a heavy bat - Russell can't decide. The experienced West Indies cricketer is still at the top of the strike rate in this year's IPL. Scored 105 runs in three matches. Strike rate 238.63. Taking wickets with the ball. Russell can play an important role for…

14 Mar

Selected players list released by Hockey India men

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Hockey India has recently announced the 28-member core probable group for the Senior Men’s National Coaching Camp. According to the sources, the camp is scheduled to begin from March 12 and to continue till March 30 at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar. Details about the formed Hockey Team 28-member Core Group: Goalkeepers: Krishan Bahadur Pathak, PR Sreejesh, Suraj Karkera, Defenders: Harmanpreet Singh, Jarmanpreet Singh, Amit Rohidas, Jugraj Singh, Sanjay, Sumit, Amir Ali, Midfielders: Manpreet Singh, Hardik Singh, Vivek Sagar Prasad, Rabichandra Singh, Moirangthem, Shamsher Singh, Nilakanta Sharma, Rajkumar Pal, Vishnukant Singh Forwards: Akashdeep Singh, Mandeep Singh, Lalit Kumar Upadhyay,…

14 Mar

Sandeep Singh excited, honoured for his upcoming movie casts

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Zanai Bhosale who is the grand- daughter of veteran playback singer Asha Bhosale, will be seen in the upcoming movie ‘The Pride of Bharat - Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’. The film will be directed by Sandeep Singh. During an interview, he expressed by saying, "l feel so honoured and absolutely privileged to be launching Zanai Bhosale, who is a descendant of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's family lineage and also shares her lineage with extremely brilliant and accomplished family, with the late Lata Mangeshkar being her aunt and being Asha Bhosale's granddaughter.” The film, presented by Immerso Studio and Legend Studios, will release…

13 Mar

Oppositions march standing against CAA

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On Wednesday, All Assam Students' Union 'AASU' has called for protest against Citizenship Amendment Act which is to be implemented in the nation during Lok Sabha elections. According to the sources, the students union will be holding 'satyagraha' in all districts. The organization will take torchlight procession in several parts of the state. Amidst the tension, several opposition parties, organizations have undertaken protest against the act. Earlier, Director General of Police G P Singh, ''Notices were served by the Assam Police to ensure that there is no damage to public property and risk to life of the people through any…

13 Mar

CM Himanta Biswa Sarma clarifies statements about CAA

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Amidst CAA implement tensions within the state, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has stated about not one single illegal migrants were allotted NRC within the state. The Assam CM has vowed to resign if found any one of them. The Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) allows those migrants who travelled to India from Pakistan, Bangladesh up to December 31, 2014 to seek Indian nationality by faith. The CM said, "I am a son of Assam and if a single person who has not applied for NRC gets citizenship, I will be the first to resign." Sarma has also stated that he…

12 Mar

Sivasagar activists held from protesting against CAA

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Amidst the escalating tension in the state over the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in the state police have detained activists opposing the act. As per sources, the Office of the commissioner of Police has issued notice on holding any protest against the act, strict security measures have been heightened accross the state, Assam. Meanwhile, activists from Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti, Chhatra Mukti Sangram Samiti, and Raijor Dal have been detained by the police from Sivasagar.

12 Mar

Minister to visit Assam ahead of elections

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The Bardowa Project in Nagaon district, Assam to be inaugurated by Amit Shah on March 15. Amidst Lok Sabha elections, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is also expected to visit the state. Amit Shah during his will attend party meeting and address rally in Hojai. Meanwhile, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh who is scheduled to arrive on March 14 will also address two rallies in the state, Assam.

11 Mar

Political parties registration may be cancelled if holds protest

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Assam led Government will soon implement Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) within the state, ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma addressing to the media has stated that if political parties calls for bandh against CAA, the members may be de-registered according to the issued notification by the Gauhati High Court. Assam CM stated, “People have the right to protest. But political parties should keep a Gauhati High Court order in mind before announcing bandhs against the CAA or their registration may be cancelled. A students’ body announcing bandh is a different matter, but if political…

11 Mar

Defense Minister to give a visit in northeast states

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Ahead of Lok Sabha elections 2024, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh to visit northeast India on March 14. The elections is expected to take place between April-May. Assam Tourism Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah said, "He will address two rallies in Barpeta and Kokrajhar. Now our karyakartas are busy for the meetings of the Defense Minister. Assam BJP has formed clusters in 14 Lok Sabha constituencies of the state. The Union Ministers, BJP's central leadership will visit each cluster." Amid Lok Sabha elections, BJP will contest in 11 out of 14 seats while its ally parties AGP will contest in Barpeta and…