Preeti Singh - The Purbottar

05 Aug

Debashish Sarma Steps Down As Nagaon DC, Triggers Buzz Over Political Role

Preeti SinghAssam

Nagaon District Commissioner Debashish Sarma is set to begin a new chapter in his life. After announcing his decision to take voluntary retirement from government service, speculation over his possible entry into politics has started across the state. On Wednesday, Debashish Sarma marked the end of a significant chapter in his administrative career with his decision to step down from duty. Debashish Sarma has served as the District Commissioner of Nagaon, and previously also served as the DC of Morigaon. Throughout his tenure, he became widely known for people-centric administration, field visits, and direct interaction with the common people. He…

05 Aug

Assam Floods: Vedanta Contributes Rs 7 Cr To ASDMA For Relief And Rehabilitation

Preeti SinghAssam, Latest

The Vedanta Group has come forward to support Assam with a donation of Rs 7 crore for flood relief and rehabilitation work. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed his appreciation for the contribution made by Vedanta Group and its Chairman Anil Agarwal. In a post on X, the CM said Agarwal has long been a partner in Assam’s growth journey and the group has made major investments in the state. "As Assam battles this severe flood, Vedanta has once again extended help with Rs 7 crore for relief and rehabilitation," Sarma wrote. He added that the donation reflects Vedanta’s commitment…

04 Aug

“Confined, Abused, Forced To Work”: 7 Dhubri Minors Return After Bihar Kiln Rescue

Preeti SinghAssam

Seven minor girls from Assam's Dhubri district, who were rescued from a brick kiln in Bihar after allegedly being sexually and physically abused, were brought back to the district on Tuesday under a Bihar Police escort. They were handed over to the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) following the completion of all legal formalities. According to officials, the girls were among 47 bonded laborers—including adults and children from economically vulnerable families in Dhubri—who had migrated to Bihar around five to six months ago to work at the Star Marka Eint Bhatta in Saharsa district. The case came to light in April…

03 Aug

Himanta Biswa Sarma In Sivasagar & Charaideo: Compensation Process To Begin After Survey

Preeti SinghAssam

Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday visited the flood-affected areas of Nazira, Mahmora and Sonari Legislative Assembly constituencies to assess the prevailing situation and reviewed the extent of damage caused by the recent floods in Upper Assam districts. This was his second visit to the flood-hit districts of Charaideo and Sivasagar following the latest wave of floods. During the visit, the chief minister inspected the flood-affected areas at Santak, Nepalikhuti and Sundarpukhuri in Nazira constituency, Chomoni village in Mahmora; and ward number 8 of Sonari town of Sonari constituency. He also interacted with the affected residents and took…

02 Aug

Aakash Expands In Northeast: New Shillong Centre + 100% Fee Waiver For Families Of Martyred Assam Rifles Personnel

Preeti SinghMeghalaya

Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), one of India’s leading test preparation and educational services organisations, has opened its first centre in Meghalaya and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Assam Rifles to strengthen educational support for its personnel and their families. The new Aakash Institute centre in Shillong marks the organisation’s first physical presence in Meghalaya and becomes its 10th centre in the Northeast. Located at Holding No. 383, Don Bosco Square, Upland Road, opposite St Margaret’s H.S. School in Nongkynrih, Laitumkhrah, the 7,000-square-foot centre has six classrooms with a combined capacity of more than 300 students. The centre…

01 Aug

Jaisalmer Road Tragedy: Army Major Dies, 2 Officers Critical After Safari Overturns

Preeti SinghIndia, Latest

A new life’s dream was left incomplete. Indian Army Major Hamza Arif had tied the knot just a month ago. But while returning to the military camp after completing his duty, a horrific road accident took his life. Major Hamza died in this accident in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer. Two lieutenants travelling with him were seriously injured. The accident occurred on Thursday night around 12:30 AM in a military area at Thaiyat, about 18 km from Jaisalmer district headquarters. According to reports, Major Hamza Arif, Lieutenant Abhinav Rathore and Lieutenant Ayushman were returning to the military camp after finishing duty. Major Hamza…

01 Aug

Bharat Bhushan Dev Choudhury Takes Charge As Assam Chief Information Commissioner

Preeti SinghAssam

In recognition of his long administrative experience, retired IAS officer Bharat Bhushan Dev Choudhury has been appointed as Assam's Chief Information Commissioner. The state government made the appointment recently. Prior to this, Bharat Bhushan Dev Choudhury served as the Chairman of the Assam Public Service Commission for two years. He is currently also working as a Guest Professor at Gauhati University. A son of Patacharkuchi in Bajali district, Dev Choudhury's appointment has been met with great enthusiasm by the people of the area. Various groups and organizations, including the Patacharkuchi Press Club and Pragjyoti Club, have extended their heartfelt congratulations…

31 Jul

India To Host Highest Ranked Opponent Since 1992 As Brazil Confirms October Friendly

Preeti SinghSports

A historic moment for Indian football. The Brazilian Football Federation has confirmed that its national football team will play a friendly match against India. The match will be held on 3rd October at the Yuva Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium) in Kolkata. Since the FIFA ranking system began in 1992, Brazil will be the highest-ranked team to play against India. According to the Federation, India has the largest fan base for Brazil outside of Brazil itself. This match reflects the popularity of Brazilian football across the entire region. According to M. Satyanarayan, Deputy General Secretary of the All India Football…

29 Jul

Ex-Servicemen Of Assam Contribute ₹25 Lakh To CM Relief Fund

Preeti SinghAssam

In a significant gesture of solidarity and public service, Directorate of Sainik Welfare, Assam have contributed ₹25 lakh to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund to support ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts across the state of Assam especially for those who have been affected by the recent devastating floods in Upper Assam. The contribution reflects the veterans' fraternity of Assam in continued commitment to serving the society even after their years of distinguished service in the Armed Forces. Brig Polash Chowdhury, SM (Retd), Director, Directorate of Sainik Welfare, Assam along with Air Marshal Anjan Kumar Gogoi, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd) and…

29 Jul

7 Bodies Recovered In Sivasagar As Assam Flood Death Toll Reaches 75

Preeti SinghAssam, Latest

This year's monsoon floods have claimed the lives of 75 people. Although the flood situation in the state has eased somewhat, bodies are now being recovered one after another as the water recedes. With the recovery of 7 more bodies in Sivasagar district recently, the death toll in this flood tragedy has risen to 75. According to information shared by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), all 7 bodies recovered in the last 24 hours were from Sivasagar district. As a result, the number of deaths due to the current year's floods has gone up to 75. At present,…