Sonakshi Sarkar

Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Chief and United People's Party Liberal (UPPL) president Pramod Boro has expressed deep concern over the continuing violence in Manipur, which has led to significant loss of life and widespread destruction. In a heartfelt appeal made on Wednesday, Boro urged all factions involved to abandon violence and embrace humanity, emphasizing the need for peaceful dialogue and resolution."The violence in Manipur must stop," Boro said. "In the 21st century, there is no place for violence. The immediate consequence of violence is destruction—not just of the physical world, but of the very fabric of society. When one community…

Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal chaired a crucial meeting on December 22 to review the progress of the runway expansion project at Dibrugarh Airport. The meeting, attended by the airport’s advisory panel, focused on the airport's infrastructure upgrades and its potential to boost regional development. Highlighting the significance of the project, Sonowal remarked, “Since 2014, under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Dibrugarh has seen remarkable growth. The airport has become a gateway to the prosperity of Northeast India.” He emphasized the transformative impact of the central government’s flagship 'UDAN' scheme, which aims to…

The Assam Government has issued a clarification regarding the documentation process for the Orunodoi 3.0 scheme, emphasizing that income certificates are not required to avail the scheme's financial benefits. An official notification confirmed that families holding valid ration cards are automatically eligible for the welfare scheme, which provides Rs 1,250 in monthly financial assistance to economically vulnerable households. The government also clarified that there is no need for applicants to obtain certifications from village heads, mouzadars, or other local authorities. In response to misinformation circulating about the scheme’s documentation requirements, the government warned the public against misleading claims. Authorities also…

Senior Assam Congress leaders, including state chief Bhupen Kumar Borah and Indian Youth Congress (IYC) national president Uday Bhanu Chib, were released from custody late Friday evening after being detained earlier in the day. The leaders were on their way to attend an all-faith prayer meeting in memory of party worker Mridul Islam, who passed away during a protest two days ago. The arrests, which included other prominent Congress figures such as former state chief Ripun Bora, were reportedly preventive measures taken by police to avert potential protests. Authorities cited a planned "Dispur gherao" programme by the Youth Congress as…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has accused the Congress party of attempting to create unrest in the state capital, Guwahati, following recent protests near the Raj Bhawan. In a decisive move to address the situation, the state government has announced new regulations to restrict demonstrations in sensitive areas. Speaking at a press briefing after the weekly Cabinet meeting, CM Sarma stated that protests near Raj Bhawan would no longer be allowed. Instead, designated zones will be established for demonstrations to ensure public safety and maintain law and order. The announcement comes in the aftermath of an incident on December…

The death of Mridul Islam, a 45-year-old Congress Legal Cell secretary, during a protest march in Guwahati has sparked allegations of conspiracy from opposition parties in Assam. The Congress declared him the “first martyr” of its anti-corruption movement and demanded swift action against those responsible. The incident occurred during a “Raj Bhawan Chalo” protest organized by the Congress on Wednesday, which drew thousands of participants. The demonstration aimed to highlight issues such as the unrest in Manipur, allegations of bribery involving the Adani Group, the state’s implementation of smart meters, and the "One Nation, One Election" proposal. Tensions escalated when…