Sonakshi Sarkar - The Purbottar

12 Feb

IIT Guwahati Ties Up with Skyroot Aerospace to Boost Space Research and Innovation

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has partnered Skyroot Aerospace, a leading Indian space launch service provider, with an aim to promote space technology research and innovation. The partnership will open new avenues for the students in the field of advanced aerospace innovation focused on satellite launch collaboration, internships, joint projects, academic course development, facility sharing, and industry-focused training programmes. To formalise the collaboration, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Prof. Sumana Dutta, Dean, Alumni and External Relations, IIT Guwahati, and Ashwin Mahavadi, Senior Vice President, Skyroot Aerospace. The event took place in the presence of Prof. Devendra Jalihal,…

12 Feb

Centre–State Talks Strengthen Push for Pulses as Assam Prepares to Implement Rs 11,440-Crore Mission

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam’s agriculture sector is expected to receive a major boost with the implementation of the Rashtriya Dalhan Aatmanirbharta Mission, a central government initiative aimed at increasing the production of pulses across the country. State Agriculture Minister Atul Bora said the programme will help farmers improve their income, strengthen local production, and create better market opportunities for pulse growers in the state. Speaking after discussions with Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan during his recent visit to Guwahati, Bora expressed confidence that the mission would bring practical benefits to farmers. He said detailed talks were held on how the scheme would…

12 Feb

Assam BJP Faces Internal Turmoil After Viral AI Clip of CM; Supreme Court Petition Adds to Controversy

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A political controversy has erupted in Assam after a short artificial-intelligence (AI) generated video showing Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma firing a gun at a person described as an illegal immigrant went viral on social media earlier this month. The video, which appeared on February 7 and quickly spread across several platforms, triggered strong reactions from opposition parties, civil society groups and members of the public. It was later removed, but the political debate around it continues to grow. The Assam unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) expelled its Social Media Co-Convenor Ron Bikash Gaurav after the controversial video…

12 Feb

Litan Burning Incident: NSCN (I-M) Accuses Forces of “Scorched-Earth Tactics”

Sonakshi SarkarNews

NSCN (I-M) has made allegations through its Ministry of Information and Publicity (MIP) claiming that Kuki militants utilized “scorched-earth tactics” alongside Indian security forces during the recent Litan burning incident. The group condemned the narrative presented by Kuki organizations as misleading, asserting that security personnel were complicit in the arson. They contended that the incident was triggered by an attack on a Tangkhul individual by “Kuki drunkards,” which subsequently led to targeted assaults on Tangkhul homes. The NSCN (I-M) statement accused some security personnel of joining the Kuki attackers, with reports of individuals wearing masks to conceal their identities. The…

12 Feb

Assam Security Forces Push Back 16 Bangladeshi Infiltrators

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that 16 illegal immigrants from Bangladesh have been expelled from the state. He emphasized the government's commitment to taking prompt measures against infiltrators, asserting that Assam is proactive in safeguarding its territory. Sarma highlighted this stance in a post on X, encouraging swift action to protect the state and dismissing critics as merely making noise.

11 Feb

CRPF Raising Day Parade to Be Held in Guwahati for First Time

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The 87th CRPF Raising Day Parade will take place in Guwahati on February 21, marking the first occasion that this significant event is hosted in the North East region of India. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed the attendance of Union Home Minister Amit Shah at this notable celebration of 87 years of the Central Reserve Police Force's service and dedication. A CRPF official emphasized the importance of this event, which will feature a display of courage and cultural heritage. The parade will showcase various high-energy drills performed by specialized units such as Women, CoBRA, and RAF, along with…

11 Feb

After 25 Years, Assam Tea Exports Jump by 40 million Kg, Says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

On February 11, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a significant accomplishment for the state's tea industry, reporting a 40-million-kilogram increase in tea exports after 25 years. He highlighted that overall tea production in Assam has risen by 50 million kilograms, with orthodox tea now accounting for nearly half of the production, a variety that has garnered strong international demand. In the financial year 2025–26, Assam's tea exports have grown considerably, a trend not mirrored in South India, where production has decreased by 10 million kilograms. Further, total tea sales from Assam increased by 19 million kilograms, with orthodox…

11 Feb

Assam CM Says Ink Attack Plot Against Gaurav Gogoi Thwarted, FIR Registered

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has accused elements within the Congress party of plotting to stage violent incidents involving their own leaders to garner public sympathy for the upcoming Assembly elections. He announced that police had already taken preventive measures, including an arrest, in response to the alleged conspiracy. During a press conference in Guwahati, Sarma detailed that a whistle-blower from Congress had informed the police about a plan to throw ink on Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, purportedly to create a political narrative that would favor the opposition party. Based on this information, the police registered a preventive FIR…

11 Feb

Supreme Court Modifies Gauhati HC Order, Upholds Assam’s Forest Eviction Drive with Safeguards

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Supreme Court modified the Gauhati High Court’s order concerning eviction drives in Assam's reserved forests after reviewing the Assam government's affidavit detailing the procedures for such actions. The affidavit stipulates that a Joint Committee of forest and revenue officials will assess the legitimacy of eviction notices, ensuring that occupants can present evidence before any action is taken, with a mandatory 15-day notice for removal on established encroachment. The court upheld the procedural fairness of this approach, prompting Assam's Chief Minister to highlight that over 1,25,326 bighas of forest land have already been freed from encroachment. The ruling favored the…

11 Feb

Security Upgrade Row: Assam CM Targets Gaurav Gogoi, Cites Congress Infighting

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has indicated that the recent increase in security for Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president and MP Gaurav Gogoi is connected to alleged internal strife within the Congress party. Gogoi raised concerns about security lapses, which led the state Home Department to allocate additional security measures, including three personal security officers and an escort, after he claimed threats to his safety. In response to media inquiries in Bongaigaon, Sarma stated that Guwahati Police had received specific intel regarding an alleged plan to fabricate an incident for “sympathy.” He confirmed that an investigation was underway and…