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On Friday, the Assam and Uttar Pradesh governments opposed Congress spokesperson Pawan Kheda's petition in the Supreme Court. An FIR was lodged against the Congress leader for calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi "Narendra Gautamdas Modi". The incident happened during a press conference on 17 February. The Assam government said that the apology sought by Kheda's counsel during the hearing of the case was "a tactical presentation to obtain a restraining order without any genuine remorse or repentance". Also, as per an available video, Khera's behavior and words spoken by him were not unintentional. That's why proper investigation has been demanded…

Five government officials and a driver were arrested by Assam directorate of vigilance and anti-corruption on Thursday and Friday. According to the sources, the accused were caught red handed while allegedly accepting bribes. The arrest was done in different parts of the state Kamrup, Nagaon and Goalpara districts. In the first trap laid on Friday, vigilance sleuths arrested a lat mandal, Pranjal Bora in the Koliabor revenue circle in Nagaon district. Second, Bidyadhar Das, Senior Asstt. O/O the Registrar Cooperative Society at Khanapara, Guwahati. Along with these other accused are Sh Bajlul Basit Sarkar, block elementary education officer, Rajesh Roy lat…

BJP wins in Tripura and Nagaland regions poll. On the win of both regions Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed his gratitude through a tweet on social media. Assam Chief Minister says, future is glorious and safe for Northeast polls victory. “BJP's win in Tripura & Nagaland is an affirmation of North East's continued resolve to prosper on the path paved by vision of Hon PM @narendramodi Ji. The future is glorious & safe. Much gratitude to @JPNadda Ji for his continued guidance,” Sarma tweeted. On the other hand, BJP in Meghalaya could win only two seats, Sarma said…

On Friday, Supreme Court extended Protection till March 13 to independent Assam MLA Akhil Gogoi from NIA arrest. The MLA was arrested for connection with a case related to Anti-CAA protests. According to sources, a bench of Justices V Ramasubramanian and Pankaj Mithal adjourned the matter to March 13 as the petitioner's counsel was not available. The interim protection will continue till the next date. Moreover, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) had earlier told the top court that Gogoi cannot be granted bail as he is the alleged mastermind of Maoist activities in the state, though the legislator said the…

Under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma initiative, Assam Government has started preparation for Bohag Bihu celebration on April, Assam. Workshop in 31 district of Assam held, 11,000 performers and musician are booked for the celebration. This year Assam is aiming for Guinness World record for the folk dance of Assam. Also Prime Minister Narendra Modi is about attend the celebration this year along with other ministers from other states too will be invited. "We want to popularize Bihu and take it globally. A total of 11,140 dancers will participate in the record attempt, which will include 'Bihuwa' and 'Bihuvati' (Assamese…

On Wednesday, The Assam Petroleum Mazdoor Union (APMU) has announced for a strike in Assam. The date is schedule from 4th March. According to the reports, the strike is for demanding higher remuneration and other statutory benefits. Also the workers will stop loading and unloading at seven LPG plants in Assam -- six owned by the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) and one by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL). Due to the strike there will be shortage of fuel in retail market.

During robbery incident a man was encountered identifying him a decoit, but according to some enquiry news flashed out that it was a wrong man. Assam Chief Minister said it was a mistake, during the firing he was identified as a decoit due to which he was encountered. The investigation for the encountered wrong man is still not identified, Chief Minister stands firm by the police. "We have given the case to CID to probe the mistaken identity angle. Usually, the deputy commissioner's office does the inquest of a dead. They might have done the probe hurriedly and made a…

News of HS Chemistry exam paper leaked was circulated on social media. Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu said the news is fake and baseless through. Education Minister through his official account clarified the rumours, he tweeted,” The news of Chemistry question paper leak in the current HS examination is completely fake and baseless. I have personally checked the matter. We are taking utmost care and maintaining vigilance. Please don’t heed fake news and rumours.” Also AHSEC official website claimed it to be fake news.

On February 27, Christian tribal families converted themselves into Hinduism in Assam, Jagiroad. According to the reports, the families those who converted themselves into Hindu were before Hindu by birth under Assam Gobha Deuraja Raj Parishad. The organiser of the program, Jursing Borodoloi said, “We have already conducted Abhiyan and residents of 2 villages in Kamrup have come back to their original Hindu religion. Today Gobha Deuraja Raj Parishad has organised a programme named Tiwa Bhasha Sanskriti aru Udyoga Parva. 11 families (43 people) of Tiwasong who earlier converted to the Christian religion, come back to the Tiwa community (Hindu…