Sonakshi Sarkar - The Purbottar

03 Jan

Democracy Needs the Right to Question, Not Fear and Intimidation: Gaurav Gogoi in Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Pradesh Congress Committee President Gaurav Gogoi on Friday said that the coming election in Assam will be a contest between the people of the state and what he described as the “ruler”. He was speaking at a mass convention organised by the Dibrugarh District Citizens’ Forum at Amolapatty Natya Mandir. The programme was held to raise concerns about democracy and the rights of citizens.In his address, Gogoi said that the Constitution gives every citizen not only the right to vote, but also the right to question the government and criticise injustice. He said that democracy cannot function without the…

03 Jan

Justice Revati Prashant Mohite Dere Appointed Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

Justice Revati Prashant Mohite Dere has been appointed as the new Chief Justice of the Meghalaya High Court, following a presidential order issued on January 1, 2026. Currently a judge at the Bombay High Court, she will take charge after the transfer of the current Chief Justice, Soumen Sen, to the Kerala High Court, effective post the retirement of Justice Nitin Madhukar Jamdar on January 9, 2026. Justice Sen’s transfer is executed under Article 222 of the Constitution, which governs the transfer of High Court judges. Additionally, in a related judicial reshuffle, Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo has been appointed as…

03 Jan

₹56.71-Crore HMIS Project: RailTel to Digitise Seven Medical College Hospitals in Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

RailTel Corporation of India Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has been awarded a ₹56.71-crore contract by the Assam government to implement a Hospital Management Information System (HMIS) across seven medical college hospitals. This initiative aims to enhance healthcare delivery by increasing transparency, efficiency, accountability, and patient-centric services. The web-based HMIS is a comprehensive digital platform designed to digitize clinical and operational processes, facilitating better patient care and streamlined hospital administration. Key features include providing patients with direct access to their medical records via mobile devices, enabling doctors to have instant access to patient…

03 Jan

Zubeen Garg Trust Formed Amid Family’s Call for Speedy Justice

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

Over three and a half months following the tragic death of singer Zubeen Garg, his wife Garima Saikia Garg and sister Pami Barthakur held a press conference to introduce a trust aimed at preserving his legacy and furthering his unfinished projects. This trust, based in Zubeen's Kharghuli residence, will focus on arts, culture, social initiatives, and wildlife conservation, with operations including the Kalaguru Foundation, Abhinaya Performing Arts, and a research center dedicated to Zubeen's contributions. Pami Barthakur emphasized the importance of community support from fans and artists to realize Zubeen's vision. Garima announced the allocation of ₹2.90 crore in GST…

03 Jan

2025 Turns the Tide for Guwahati Policing: Sharp Rise in Convictions, Fall in Backlogs

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

The year 2025 was a transformative period for Guwahati Police, with substantial improvements in law enforcement as evidenced by official statistics. The city saw a decrease in registered crime cases, with 5,786 incidents in 2025 compared to 7,412 in 2024 and 9,393 in 2023. This decline is attributed to intensified patrolling, quicker response times, and improved operational coordination. A notable aspect of 2025 was the drastic reduction in pending cases, bringing the backlog down from 35,396 in 2021 to 2,882 by year-end, with over 32,000 cases disposed of in the preceding four years. Investigative outcomes also saw significant advancements, with…

02 Jan

Centre Claims 70% Drop in Violence Across Northeast During Modi Regime

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

There has been a significant reduction in violence in the North East region of India, with a 70% decrease in violent incidents and an impressive 85% reduction in civilian casualties since the Modi government took office. The Central government has emphasized the establishment of peace in the area, alongside cultural development through the promotion of various events and activities. Regarding the situation in Manipur, the Government of India, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is fully committed to achieving lasting peace and is dedicated to providing necessary assistance to this end.

02 Jan

Guwahati to Get Second Medical College with ₹1,201.16 Crore Funding

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

The Assam government has sanctioned Rs 1201.16 crore for the construction of its second medical college in Guwahati, marking it as the 14th medical college in the state. A revised administrative approval was granted for this funding. The new college, named Pragjyotishpur Medical College, will feature two campuses located at Kalapahar and Mohendra Mohan Choudhury Hospital (MMCH). The National Medical Commission approved an intake of 50 MBBS students for the college. The Kalapahar campus will include 480 beds, 46 ICUs, 7 high-tech operating theatres (OTs), along with accommodation for 450 students and 100 interns. The MMCH campus will accommodate 800…

02 Jan

Assam Begins Land Acquisition for Umiam–Silchar Corridor Project

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Land acquisition for the Umiam (Barapani)-Silchar high-speed corridor project in Assam is underway, with Chief Secretary Ravi Kota announcing that 85% of the needed land is in Meghalaya, and its acquisition will be handled by the Meghalaya government. The remaining 15% in Assam is already being acquired. The National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) has completed project planning, and environmental clearance is anticipated within four to five weeks. Tenders for the construction are expected to be issued by February 28, with completion projected within 48 months. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted that the express highway will…

02 Jan

As Sikkim Governor O.P. Mathur turns 74, birthday greetings have been pouring in

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Friday extended his warm birthday greetings to the Governor of Sikkim, Shri Om Prakash Mathur, who turned 74 today. In a message released to the public, the Chief Minister conveyed his heartfelt wishes and praised the Governor for his steady guidance and sense of duty towards the State. The Chief Minister said the Governor’s dedication, wisdom and leadership have been a source of strength and inspiration for the people of Sikkim. He also wished him good health, clarity of mind and continued ability to lead the State with patience, compassion and commitment. CM…

02 Jan

Supreme Court Moved with PIL Over Racial Attacks on People from Northeast

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was filed in the Supreme Court to seek judicial intervention for addressing racial discrimination and violence against citizens from northeastern states and other frontier regions of India. This legal action follows the tragic killing of Anjel Chakma, a 24-year-old MBA student from Tripura, who died on December 26 from injuries sustained in a racially motivated attack in Dehradun. Anjel, originally from the Unakoti district, was stabbed in front of his younger brother, Michael, after moving to Dehradun for his studies. His family demands capital punishment or life imprisonment for the accused. The PIL is filed…