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14 Jun

80% Footpath Traders Non-Local, Says BJP; Govt Plans Indigenous-Only Vending Under Flyovers

Preeti SinghAssam

The ruling BJP in Assam today said that retail trade conducted from footpaths across Guwahati will be brought under the predominance of indigenous people.A press release issued by the party said that the Himanta Biswa Sarma government will give priority to indigenous residents in conducting business within Guwahati, which is now mostly in the hands of non-locals or suspected illegal migrants from Bangladesh.It said that based on a comprehensive survey scheduled to be conducted between August and September this year, the Assam Government will identify and regulate retail establishments currently operated by non-local individuals.The release mentioned that this was announced…

14 Jun

Flag Meeting Held as Bangladesh Refuses to Take 9 Pushed Back by BSF at Assam Border

Preeti SinghAssam

A total of nine alleged illegal Bangladeshi nationals were pushed back through the India-Bangladesh international border at Mankachar in Assam’s South Salmara-Mankachar district during an operation conducted by the Border Security Force (BSF) on Sunday morning. According to sources, six individuals were pushed back through the Jhalarchar border point in Mankachar, while the remaining three were moved through the Shahapara border point. Officials said that the group includes women and children. Following the operation, a flag meeting was held between the Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) to discuss the matter. However, Bangladesh has not yet accepted…

14 Jun

Agartala Jan Kalyan Shivir: Sonowal Credits Modi Govt for 61 Cr Bank Accounts, DBT Push

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Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday underscored the importance of financial inclusion in transforming the lives of people across the country.Speaking at the Jan Kalyan Shivir in Agartala, Sonowal said the launch of one of India's largest financial inclusion initiatives, the Jan Dhan Yojana, has brought about transformative changes in the lives of millions of citizens.Sonowal stated that over the past 12 years, more than 61 crore Jan Dhan accounts have been opened, with nearly Rs 51 lakh crore transferred directly to beneficiaries through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism.He said the programme reflects the…

14 Jun

NFR Engineer Demanded 1% Cut on ₹20L Bill, Arrested by CBI in Silchar; Court Prod Today

Preeti SinghLatest, News, North East

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested a senior section engineer of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) in Silchar in a bribery case. An official statement said the investigation agency had registered the case against the said accused on Saturday. It was alleged that a bill amounting to approximately Rs 20 lakh, pertaining to work already executed by the complainant-contractor, was pending for clearance by the accused officer of NFR, Silchar. It was further alleged that when the complainant met the accused senior section engineer (SSE) on Friday and requested him to clear the said bill, the accused demanded one…

13 Jun

Northeast’s First Jungle Book-Themed Adventure Park Opens in Guwahati

Preeti SinghAssam, Guwahati

India’s First Jungle Book Themed Adventure Park now open for visitors at Amchong Tea Estate, GuwahatiGuwahati has added a new attraction to its family entertainment and adventure tourism landscape with Jungle Adventures Park, Northeast India’s First Jungle Book themed adventure park, now open for visitors at Amchong Tea Estate, Guwahati.Built around the tagline “A Page from Jungle Book”, Jungle Adventures Park has been created as an outdoor jungle-themed destination for children, families, students, tourists, young adults and adventure lovers to come together for a day of fun, thrill and recreation. The press conference has been organised to formally introduce the…

13 Jun

Assam to Form GSCDA for Planned Guwahati Expansion; Restricts Fresh Aadhaar Enrolment

Preeti SinghAssam

Assam Cabinet today approved the formation of Guwahati Satellite Cities Development Authority (GSCDA).It will have the mandate to plan, finance, and develop satellite cities in and around Guwahati and areas within the jurisdiction of Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA).The establishment of the GSCDA is expected to facilitate planned expansion of Guwahati and check the haphazard and congested growth of the existing city.The Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also approved a ban on fresh Aadhaar enrolment in Assam for any individual above 18 years of age, except for persons belonging to the Divyang, Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled…

12 Jun

South Korea Stage Comeback to Beat Czech Republic 2-1 in World Cup Opener

Preeti SinghSouth Korea, Sports

South Korea began their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a victory. In a thrilling match, the team defeated the Czech Republic 2-1. South Korea secured the win after coming back from 1-0 down in the second half. At the start of the match, both South Korea and the Czech Republic had several chances to score, but neither side could capitalize. In the 9th minute, South Korea got a chance to take the lead from a free kick, but the Czech defence thwarted their hopes. In the 11th minute, South Korea also failed to convert a corner. In the first…

10 Jun

Jorhat’s Abhijnyan Gogoi to Represent Assam at Sub-Junior Boxing Nationals After 7 Months’ Training

Preeti SinghAssam

Through sheer dedication, Abhijnyan Gogoi, a promising boxing trainee from Jorhat, has managed to shine in just seven months. A trainee of the Jorhat District Boxing Association, Abhijnyan Gogoi has brought pride to Jorhat by getting selected to represent the state in the national boxing tournament after only seven months of training.Abhijnyan Gogoi will represent the state in the under-15 years, 67 kg category at the Sub-Junior National Boxing Championship to be held in Jalandhar, Punjab, from June 22. It is worth mentioning that he earned the opportunity to represent the state after participating in a two-day selection camp held…

10 Jun

Five-Category Rapid Chess Tournament at Gandhi Bhavan, Goalpara June 14

Preeti SinghSports

Rapid Chess in Goalpara like previous years, on the occasion of Father's Day this year as well, the 3rd Annual K.C. Das Memorial Rapid Chess Tournament has been organized on June 14. The event is initiative by Chandanshamala Library, located at Azad Road, Bhatipara in Goalpara town.The competition will commence from 9:00 AM on the said day at Gandhi Bhavan, located near B.O. in Goalpara town. It will be conducted across five categories: Open, Under-19, Under-15, Under-13, and Under-11.Apart from various educational institutions of Goalpara district, many players from neighboring districts like Bongaigaon, Barpeta, and Kamrup Metropolitan will participate in…

09 Jun

All Assam Seishinkai Shito-ryu Karate: 18 Competitors from Sipajhar Win Medals

Preeti SinghSports

In the All Assam Seishinkai Shito-ryu Karate Competition held at the Khanapara Veterinary College Indoor Stadium in Guwahati, 18 competitors from Sipajhar managed to win medals across various categories.A total of 20 karatekas from the Stadium-Gorukhuti Karate Academy of Sipajhar, representing the Darrang district, participated in this state-level competition. Out of them, 18 competitors successfully won medals.Notably, the medals won by the karatekas who achieved success in both the Kata and Kumite categories are as follows: Limasmita Nath: Gold in both Kata and Kumite.Dibanisha Almayan: Gold in Kata, Bronze in Kumite.Jyotishman Shivam: Gold in Kata, Bronze in Kumite.Arjuma Khanam: Gold…