Sonakshi Sarkar - The Purbottar

08 Nov

GMCH to help patients create ABHA IDs for easier access to healthcare records

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) has requested all patients to bring their Aadhaar cards during visits to facilitate the generation of Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) IDs. The ABHA ID system, part of the Indian Government’s initiative for digital healthcare integration, is a one-time identification that links a patient's medical history across healthcare facilities nationwide, enabling doctors to access records instantly. Dr. Achyut Baishya, principal of GMCH, highlighted the importance of ABHA IDs, as mandated by the National Medical Commission (NMC). “NMC guidelines now prioritize ABHA ID registration, as it will soon be required for official OPD records across…

08 Nov

Sikkim opens CMEAS applications for 2024-25

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Sikkim government has opened applications for the Chief Minister’s Education Assistance Scheme (CMEAS) for the academic year 2024-25. Students seeking financial support to pursue higher education are urged to submit their applications by November 16, 2024. The CMEAS is an initiative designed to provide financial aid to students in need, ensuring they can continue their studies without the burden of financial constraints. This program reflects the government’s commitment to promoting accessible education for all students in Sikkim. Interested candidates are required to submit their completed applications along with supporting documents to the Office of the Public Relations Officer at…

06 Nov

FIR against Nalbari DC in ACS Officer harassment case

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Chief Judicial Magistrate's (CJM) court has instructed Nalbari police to register a First Information Report (FIR) against Nalbari District Commissioner (DC) Varnali Deka. The directive follows a harassment complaint lodged by Arpana Sarmah, a suspended Assam Civil Service (ACS) officer, on May 8, 2024. The case revolves around Sarmah’s claims of mental harassment and alleged misuse of power by DC Deka. Sarmah, formerly posted as the Circle Officer of Paschim Nalbari Revenue Circle, reported that the incident occurred on May 7, 2024, while she was overseeing activities at the issue and receipt counter of the 40-Tihu Legislative Assembly Constituency…

06 Nov

Four arrested for Rhino poaching attempt in Assam’s Orang National Park

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Police apprehended four suspected poachers at Orang National Park on the night of November 5. Acting on a tip-off, Darrang police intercepted the suspects before they could execute their plan to poach rhinos within the park's protected grounds. The arrested individuals, identified as Nur Hussain, Abul Hussain, Jaffar Ali, and Nur Islam, were found in possession of a .303 rifle with ammunition, three mobile phones, five motorcycles, and camping equipment. This gear suggested a well-coordinated attempt to target the park's rhino population. Assam's Director General of Police (DGP) GP Singh praised the police team for their effective response. Posting…

06 Nov

Tribeny Rai’s “Shape of Momo” selected for NFDC Film Bazaar 2024

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim’s emerging filmmaker, Tribeny Rai, is making waves in the film industry with her debut feature, Shape of Momo. The Nepali film, which is shot entirely in her home state of Sikkim, has been selected for the prestigious Work-in-Progress Lab at the National Film Development Corporation of India’s (NFDC) Film Bazaar 2024. The event, which runs from November 20-28 alongside the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, is a significant milestone in Rai's career. Shape of Momo is one of only six films chosen for the NFDC’s Work-in-Progress Lab, a platform designed to support South Asian filmmakers by…

05 Nov

Samaguri become eyewitness of political violence during upcoming voting season

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

With Assam’s by-elections drawing near, the Samaguri constituency in Nagaon district has become a hotbed of violent clashes between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress, as political rivalry escalates in the lead-up to the November 13 polls. Multiple violent incidents have left party workers from both sides injured, adding tension to the already volatile pre-election atmosphere. On Monday, a confrontation in Bogamukh village turned violent, injuring two BJP workers, Abdul Hannan and Ruhul Amin. The altercation began when BJP members allegedly filmed inside the Congress election office, which Congress supporters saw as a deliberate provocation. Police from…

05 Nov

Sikkim added new wings to develop the educational skill

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

In a bid to enhance skill-based education, two new colleges of pharmacy and nursing were inaugurated under the Medhavi Skills University (MSU) in Sikkim on November 4. The inauguration was led by S.D. Dhakal, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang, under the theme "Empowering Dreams and Building Futures for Viksit Bharat."The initiative underscores the role of public-private partnerships in expanding employment opportunities for Sikkim’s youth. Prominent figures from various sectors, including industry, government, and technology, attended the event, highlighting the importance of practical, skills-focused learning. MSU signed multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with organizations such as LOGICKNOTS, Transorze…

04 Nov

Bhupen Borah raised allegations against Nihar Ranjan Das

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Pradesh Congress Committee President Bhupen Borah has raised serious allegations regarding the candidacy of Nihar Ranjan Das, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate for the upcoming Dholai by-polls. Borah claims that Das has Bangladeshi origins, prompting calls for clarification from Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. In a press conference, Borah cited remarks made by Amiya Kanti Das, a close associate of Chief Minister Sarma, during a public forum. “In public, Amiya Kanti Das mentioned that Dholai’s BJP candidate, Nihar Ranjan Das, is a Bangladeshi,” Borah stated, emphasizing the need for transparency regarding Das’s nomination. Borah further questioned, “The Chief…

04 Nov

Sikkim plans to launch a fair-weather road to the north in two weeks despite connection problems

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Sikkim government has announced plans to establish a fair-weather alternative road to north Sikkim within the next two weeks as the state grapples with road disruptions caused by the devastating glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) of October 2023. N.B. Dahal, Sikkim’s Minister for Roads and Bridges, emphasized that the new road is crucial for enhancing connectivity to the border areas, especially for security purposes. “Establishing robust connectivity to the border is a priority, given the security concerns and the challenges faced by local residents,” Dahal said, adding that the government is working closely with the Indian Army and the…

31 Oct

Sombaria Police arrest HRD employee in drug seizure operation

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sombaria Police Station officials in Sikkim’s Soreng District seized contraband and apprehended two individuals in possession of illegal substances. Acting on a tip-off, officers intercepted an Omni Van in the Sombaria market area around 10:30 a.m. on October 30, arresting Puspa Lall Chettri, 39, from Salangdang, and Dewash Rai, 37, a state Human Resource Development Department employee stationed at Tikpur Secondary School. The search, conducted in the presence of the Block Development Officer, led to the discovery of 125 Windlas winspasmo capsules. The suspects were immediately taken into custody, and a case has been registered under Sikkim's Anti-Drugs Act as…