Sonakshi Sarkar - The Purbottar

24 Aug

Dhing rape case suspect found dead after escape attempt

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Tafazul Islam, the prime suspect in the Dhing gang rape case, was declared dead on Saturday after a failed escape attempt while in police custody. The incident occurred during an investigation at the crime scene. Islam, who was apprehended on August 23, was being escorted by police to the site where the brutal gang rape of a 14-year-old girl occurred when he attempted to escape by jumping into a nearby pond at around 4 am. Despite a two-hour search, his body was later recovered from the water. Superintendent of Police (SP) Nagaon Swapnaneel Deka confirmed the details, stating, “When the…

23 Aug

Assam Identifies Over 47,900 Foreigners in 43-Year Span, Predominantly Hindus

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam government revealed on Thursday that it has detected over 47,900 foreigners in the state between 1971 and 2014, with more than 43 percent identified as Hindus. The disclosure was made by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in response to a query from AGP MLA Ponakan Baruah. According to Sarma, the Foreigners Tribunal has declared a total of 47,928 individuals as foreigners during this period. The breakdown includes 27,309 Muslims, 20,613 Hindus, and six individuals from other religious backgrounds. The district of Cachar recorded the highest number of detected foreigners, totaling 10,152. Of these, 8,139 were Hindus and 2,013…

23 Aug

New Strategy to combat cardamom decline unveiled in Sikkim

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Department of Science and Technology, Government of Sikkim, organized a stakeholder consultation workshop at Vigyan Bhawan, Deorali, focused on developing disease-tolerant large cardamom varieties. The event, chaired by Minister Pintso Namgyal Lepcha, aimed to gather feedback on the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for revitalizing large cardamom production in the state. Minister Lepcha emphasized the significant decline in large cardamom production and its adverse impact on the village economy. He highlighted the importance of large cardamom as a niche, high-value crop for Sikkim and praised the collaboration between the Horticulture Department, ICAR, Spices Board, and Sikkim University in addressing this…

21 Aug

Rameswar Teli and Mission Ranjan Das set for Rajya Sabha election

Sonakshi SarkarAssam, Political

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has officially nominated Rameswar Teli and Mission Ranjan Das for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in Assam. This decision comes as the state prepares to fill two Rajya Sabha seats that recently became vacant. Earlier this month, Assam BJP President Bhabesh Kalita revealed that a total of 10 members had applied for the two vacant Rajya Sabha seats. “We have received applications from esteemed members, including former Union Minister Rameswar Teli, ex-MPs Rajdeep Roy and Topon Gogoi, incumbent MLA Manab Deka, and former MLA Mission Ranjan Das,” Kalita said. Following a state election committee meeting…

20 Aug

Three Bangladeshis arrested for illegal entry into India

Sonakshi SarkarCrime

On the night of August 19, Assam Police apprehended three Bangladeshi nationals who had illegally entered India through Tripura. The detained individuals, hailing from Rajshahi district in Bangladesh, were identified as MD Abu Shaid, Asadul Islam, and MD Sarwar. One of the apprehended men was found in possession of an Aadhaar card, raising concerns about the misuse of India's biometric identification system. Aadhaar is intended for legal residents, and its presence among the detained individuals suggests potential issues with preventing repeat illegal entries. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma addressed the incident via social media, confirming the arrests and noting…

20 Aug

ULFA-I issues ultimatum to BJP leader in Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I) has escalated tensions in Assam by issuing a stark ultimatum to BJP leader Gauravv Somani. The militant group demands the immediate withdrawal of an FIR filed by Somani against Bir Lachit Sena leader Shrinkhal Chaliha. The complaint, lodged at the Dispur Police Station, accuses Chaliha of inciting communal tensions based on language and race, potentially undermining Assam's peace and harmony. In a press statement released Monday, ULFA-I warned of severe consequences if the FIR is not retracted. The group has issued a stern warning that any resulting unrest will be directly attributed to…

17 Aug

Assam vigilance nabs Bongaigaon BDO and assistant in bribery sting

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Directorate of Vigilance & Anti-Corruption, Assam, arrested two public servants in Bongaigaon district on Friday for their involvement in a bribery scandal.The arrests followed a well-coordinated operation by the Anti-Corruption cell, prompted by a complaint that exposed the corrupt practices of the officials. The complaint detailed how Khurseeda Khanam, Block Development Officer (BDO) of Srijangram Development Block, and her assistant, Nekib Ahmed, demanded a bribe of Rs. 36,000 for processing routine payments. The complainant, unwilling to comply with the corrupt demands, approached the Directorate of Vigilance & Anti-Corruption to expose the malpractices. Acting swiftly, the Directorate set up a…

17 Aug

Governor Om Prakash Mathur visits Nathula and Baba Mandir on first tour of Sikkim

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Om Prakash Mathur, the Hon'ble Governor of Sikkim, undertook his inaugural tour of the state today, visiting Nathula Pass and Baba Mandir. This visit marks his first official engagement since taking the oath of office. Upon arriving at Nathula Pass, located at an elevation of 14,140 feet, Governor Mathur was greeted warmly by General Officer Commanding (GOC) Amit Kapthiyal of the 17 Mountain Division, along with other army officials. During his visit, the Governor interacted with the stationed army personnel, expressing deep appreciation for their unwavering dedication under harsh conditions. “It fills me with immense pride to witness our soldiers…

16 Aug

Assam police uncover suspicious devices after ULFA-I bomb threats

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In the wake of a bomb threat issued by the United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I), Assam police have conducted extensive searches across the state, uncovering several suspicious devices. The threat, which claimed that bombs had been planted at 19 locations, prompted a swift response from law enforcement. Assam's Director General of Police, GP Singh, reported that the bomb disposal team successfully neutralized the devices, which were found to contain circuits, batteries, and unidentified substances, though they lacked ignition mechanisms. The items have been forwarded for forensic analysis to determine their exact nature and purpose. The searches were initiated following…

16 Aug

Agartala Medical Professionals Rally Against Violence Following Kolkata Doctor’s Death

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Resident doctors from Agartala Government Medical College (AGMC) staged a protest on Tuesday condemning the rape and murder of a fellow resident doctor at RH Kar Medical College in Kolkata. The demonstration reflects growing anger and demands for justice following the tragic incident. Dr. Himanshu from the psychiatric department outlined the protest's key demands: immediate punishment for the perpetrator and the establishment of a central act to ensure the safety and protection of resident doctors within hospitals. During the protest, all outpatient departments (OPDs) at AGMC were closed, though emergency services remained operational. Dr. Basav Ghosh, State Secretary of the…