Sonakshi Sarkar

In a high-stakes response to a significant natural gas leak at a well site in Assam’s Sivasagar district, the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has brought in international well control specialists to assist in taming the week-long blowout. The incident, which began during routine servicing of Well No. RDS-147 on June 13, has drawn both public concern and government scrutiny due to fears of environmental and safety risks. The leak started around 11:45 AM on June 13, releasing an uncontrolled stream of natural gas into the atmosphere. While no injuries have been reported so far, the leak remains unsealed…

In a significant development following the gas leak incident at Oil and Natural Gas Corporation’s (ONGC) Bhatiyapara rig sites in Sivasagar district, senior ONGC officials confirmed on Tuesday that the situation is currently under control. Addressing the press at a temporary relief camp set up at Bongaon High School, Bhaskar Chowdhury, Executive Director of ONGC Assam Asset, assured that the company is working around the clock with both national and international experts to manage the emergency. The gas leak, which began on June 12 at well sites 147(A) and 135, had triggered widespread concern among local residents and raised serious…

In a sharp political critique, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on June 15 launched a scathing attack on the resource allocation policies of the previous UPA government, particularly those influenced by the Sachar Committee report. Speaking at a public event, Sarma questioned the Congress-led government’s decision to prioritize minority communities in development schemes, arguing that the rightful claim to national resources should lie with tribal and indigenous populations. Recalling the UPA era, Sarma pointed out that the Sachar Committee — formed during Prime Minister Manmohan Singh’s tenure — had laid the groundwork for directing government resources towards religious minorities.…

In Assam’s Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), one name that is making a quiet but strong impact is Raju Dhakal. Known for his humility and determination, Dhakal has become a respected leader for the Gorkha community and beyond. He serves as the General Secretary of the Assam Gorkha Sammelan (AGS), the oldest and most influential Gorkha organization in the state. He is also the Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to Pramod Boro, Chief Executive Member of the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). Through these roles, Dhakal is playing a key part in shaping a more inclusive and fair future for thousands of…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday announced a 'shoot-at-sight' order in Dhubri town, following a series of disturbing communal incidents that have gripped the border district. The directive comes in response to escalating tensions sparked by the alleged placing of cow heads near a Hanuman temple and subsequent stone-pelting incidents in the area. The Chief Minister, who landed in Dhubri around 11 am on June 13, wasted no time in assessing the ground situation. He held a high-level review meeting at the Circuit House with top officials from the district administration and police department. Ahead of his visit,…