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14 Apr

Assam Labourers Rescued from Bihar Kiln Allege Sexual Abuse, Violence and Bonded Labour

Paromita EditorAssam

Shocking allegations of sexual abuse, physical violence and bonded labour have emerged after 47 workers from Dhubri were rescued from a brick kiln in Saharsa by Bihar Police. The workers, including women and children, were rescued from the Star Marka brick kiln in Dhamsaini village under Kahara block and brought back to Assam on April 13. They were transported by buses to Dhubri and handed over to local authorities. The case came to light after a woman sustained a bullet injury inside the kiln, prompting police intervention. Deputy Superintendent of Police Om Prakash said the victim was rescued and shifted…

11 Apr

ADGBR (EAST) Reviews Restoration Efforts In Landslide-Hit North Sikkim

Paromita EditorSikkim

In a strong demonstration of leadership and commitment, Additional Director General Border Roads (East), Shri Jitendra Prasad, VSM, visited the landslide-affected area at Taramchu in North Sikkim, one of the most challenging and fragile terrains in the region.Amidst difficult conditions where road connectivity serves as a critical lifeline, Shri Jitendra Prasad personally assessed the ground situation and interacted with Border Roads Organisation (BRO) personnel deployed at site. Standing shoulder to shoulder with the troops, he reviewed the ongoing restoration efforts and issued clear directions for expediting fresh works to ensure early reopening of the route.During the visit, the ADGBR (East)…

11 Apr

Purabi crosses Rs 400 crore turnover in FY26; farmer network expands to 58,000

Paromita EditorAssam

The annual pre-Rongali Bihu celebrations at Purabi Dairy on Saturday brought together employees and members of the media at the dairy’s premises, where the cooperative also marked a key milestone in its growth journey. On the occasion, Purabi Dairy said it has crossed an annual turnover of Rs 400 crore in the financial year 2025–26.The cooperative’s expansion continues to be driven by its growing farmer base, which now includes over 58,000 dairy farmers across Assam. Average milk procurement has risen to 1.6 lakh litres per day with peak procurement crossing 2LLPD, reflecting both increased participation and strengthening of the rural…

10 Apr

Police doing their job: Assam CM on action against Pawan Khera

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said the state police was doing their job by trailing Pawan Khera in connection with a case filed by the former's wife over allegations that she held multiple passports and offshore properties.Sarma also took a swipe at state Congress president Gaurav Gogoi over the British nationality of his wife and children and asked how a person who "could not have an Indian family serve us".Talking to reporters in Guwahati, he said, "We have put the police after Khera. Whom else will we task it with? It is not the ULFA that is after…

10 Apr

Shyamkanu Mahanta Moves Court for Bail in Zubeen Garg Murder Case

Paromita EditorAssam

A day after voting concluded for the Assam Assembly elections, Shyamkanu Mahanta, an accused in the Zubeen Garg murder case, reportedly filed a bail application on Friday. The plea is set to be heard in a special fast-track court, with the hearing scheduled for April 22. Meanwhile, a separate hearing was held regarding whether “Mahabir Aqua,” owned by Siddharth Sharma, should be reopened. The Gauhati High Court has authorized the special fast-track court to take a decision on this matter. During today’s proceedings, serious allegations were raised against Siddharth Sharma. He is accused of misappropriating several crores belonging to Zubeen…

09 Apr

Assam Records Historic Voter Turnout; BJP and Congress Express Gratitude to the People

Paromita EditorAssam

With polling formally concluding at 5 PM, Assam has witnessed a remarkable phase in its democratic journey. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has extended its profound gratitude to the people of Assam for their overwhelming participation in what it described as a historic electoral exercise. The state recorded an impressive voter turnout of 84.42%, with over 2.50 crore voters casting their ballots. According to the BJP, this reflects the people’s strong faith in democratic values and their commitment to shaping the future of Assam. The party also expressed special appreciation for young and first-time voters, whose enthusiastic participation signals the…

09 Apr

Telangana HC adjourns hearing on Pawan Khera”s anticipatory bail plea for Friday

Paromita EditorAssam

The Telangana High Court adjourned the hearing to Friday in the anticipatory bail petition filed by Congress leader Pawan Khera in a case filed by the Assam government on his allegations against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife.Congress leader and senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi, who virtually argued for Khera, alleged political vendetta in the case filed by the Sarma-led government in Assam.Assam Advocate General Devajit Saikia, who argued against Khera's petition, stressed that there is no political vendetta and that the petition is not maintainable before the Telangana High Court.Khera's lawyer, Ponnam Ashok Goud, said that orders are likely to…

08 Apr

Pawan Khera files anticipatory bail plea in Gauhati High Court

Paromita EditorGuwahati

Congress leader Pawan Khera today filed a petition in the Gauhati High Court seeking anticipatory bail in a case registered against him by the Assam Police.The court is likely to hear his plea and pass an order in the next couple of days.The crime branch of Guwahati police had registered the case against Khera after Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, wife of Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, filed an FIR accusing the Congress leader of using forged document to malign her image.At a press conference on April 5, Khera had claimed that Riniki Bhuyan Sharma held three foreign passports, undeclared properties in…

07 Apr

Ready For Free, Fair, Peaceful Polls, Says Assam Election Department

Paromita EditorAssam

The Election Commission is fully geared up to conduct the polling for the General Election to the Assam Legislative Assembly, 2026 in a free, fair and peaceful manner, the state election department said on Tuesday.Campaigning for the elections ended on Tuesday evening.Polling for all 126 Assembly constituencies will be held in a single phase on Thursday.“Under the leadership of the Chief Electoral Officer of Assam, Anurag Goel, all concerned are carrying out their responsibilities with utmost diligence. To ensure strict monitoring of all aspects, including law and order and election expenditure, the Election Commission has already deployed central observers,” a…

07 Apr

Indian Army Organises Medical Camp On World Health Day At Pengree

Paromita EditorAssam

On the occasion of World Health Day, the Red Shield Gunners of the Indian Army, under the aegis of Spear Corps, organised a comprehensive Medical Camp at Pengree, Tinsukia, in coordination with the Red Cross Society, AANS and Pengree Tea Estate. The initiative aimed at promoting health awareness and providing essential medical support to the local community. The camp witnessed wide public participation and included health check-ups, diagnostic services including cancer screening, and awareness sessions on preventive healthcare. Special focus was laid on women and child health, with distribution of sanitary pads, newborn care kits for new mothers and essential…