Sonakshi Sarkar - The Purbottar

20 Mar

7 aids of Amrit Pal Singh lodged in relased re-arrested by Punjab Police

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Pro-Khalistan radical preacher Amritpal Singh's seven accomplices, who were released from Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam following the withdrawal of NSA charges against them and re-arrested in another case by Punjab Police, will be flown to the northern state on Thursday, officials said. Punjab Police re-arrested them for attacking a police station on the outskirts of Amritsar in 2023 and got a transit remand from a local court here. "All seven detainees will be flown to Punjab under tight security. Punjab Police has secured their transit remand and are now completing the legal transfer process from Dibrugarh Central Jail," a…

20 Mar

Gangtok, Pakyong, and Mangan to face power interruptions

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Power Department of Sikkim has announced scheduled power outages in Gangtok, Pakyong, and Mangan districts due to the commissioning of a new 50MVA transformer at the 132/66KV Substation at LLHP under PGCIL. Scheduled Power Shutdown DatesMarch 22 (Saturday) – 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM (4 hours)March 23 (Sunday) – 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM (4 hours)April 12 (Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (7 hours)April 13 (Sunday) – 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM (4 hours) The power cuts will affect residents during the fourth weekend of March and the second weekend of April.

19 Mar

Indra Hang Subba’s AI event proposal gains support from Union Minister

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim’s Lok Sabha MP Indra Hang Subba has proposed organizing a large-scale Artificial Intelligence (AI) event in the state to highlight Northeast India’s potential in AI-driven innovation and ensure its stronger representation in the national AI policy. The proposal has received a positive response from Union Minister for Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, who acknowledged the event’s strategic role in boosting technological advancements, skill development, and economic growth. He assured further discussions on its feasibility. MP Subba emphasized that Northeast India is rich in talent and needs a dedicated AI platform to empower youth, entrepreneurs, and researchers. “This initiative will…

19 Mar

Mahbubul Hoque’s bail rejected over exam scandal

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A court in Sonitpur district, Assam, on Tuesday rejected the bail application of Mahbubul Hoque, the Chancellor of the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM), in connection with a case related to alleged promises of allowing unfair means in examinations.The Sonitpur Judicial Magistrate First Class, Hriday Jyoti Kashyap, denied Hoque’s bail plea after hearing arguments from both the prosecution and the defense. Government advocate Munin Barua stated that Hoque was arrested under multiple non-bailable sections, following an FIR filed in Dhekiajuli based on a complaint by an individual. Hoque, who joined the court proceedings via video conferencing from Tezpur…

19 Mar

International Scrutiny Intensifies on Bangladesh’s Human Rights Record

Sonakshi SarkarBangladesh

Bangladesh is under increasing international scrutiny following allegations of human rights violations by security forces. Reports suggest instances of torture, extrajudicial killings, and enforced disappearances. Human rights organizations are urging the Bangladeshi government to conduct thorough investigations and hold perpetrators accountable. The government, however, denies these allegations, asserting that security operations are conducted within legal frameworks. The situation has raised concerns among international observers about the state of democracy and rule of law in Bangladesh.

19 Mar

15 Bangladeshis apprehended in Assam, sent back

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said a total of 15 Bangladeshi nationals were sent back to their country through Sribhumi district of the state. "Stern action against illegal infiltration. Continuing with their strict vigil along the Indo-Bangladesh border, @sribhumipolice intercepted 2 Bangladeshi nationals and pushed them back," Sarma said in a post on X. Assam's Sribhumi, Cachar, Dhubri and South Salmara-Mankachar districts share 267.5 km of international border with Bangladesh.

18 Mar

Bangladeshi infiltration attempt foiled in Assam, 2 pushed back

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said two Bangladeshis were intercepted along the international border in Sribhumi district and pushed back. "Stern action against illegal infiltration. Continuing with their strict vigil along the Indo-Bangladesh border, @sribhumipolice intercepted 2 Bangladeshi nationals and pushed them back," Sarma said in a post on X. Assam's Sribhumi, Cachar, Dhubri and South Salmara-Mankachar districts share 267.5 km of international border with Bangladesh.

18 Mar

CAG highlights ₹2.69 crore loss from SMU tariff error

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has flagged a misclassification in electricity tariffs, leading to an undue benefit of ₹2.69 crore to Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) over five years (2017-18 to 2021-22). The audit report revealed that SMU was incorrectly classified under the Bulk Supply High Tension Industrial Supply (HTIS) category, instead of the standard HTIS category, which applies to most industrial and institutional consumers. This misclassification resulted in revenue losses for the Power Department of Sikkim (PDS). According to the CAG report: SMU was charged ₹12.33 crore in energy costs under the incorrect category. If classified correctly…

18 Mar

Carney Visits Macron and Starmer to Strengthen Ties Against U.S. Trade Policies

Sonakshi SarkarCanada

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is on his first overseas trip to France and the UK, seeking stronger alliances in response to President Donald Trump's trade policies affecting Canada's sovereignty and economy. In Paris, Carney and French President Emmanuel Macron presented a united stance against economic and geopolitical challenges, implicitly referencing Trump's trade war and "America first" diplomacy. Carney emphasized Canada's position as the "most European of the non-European countries," highlighting the importance of reliable allies. The trip underscores Canada's efforts to navigate the complexities of current international trade dynamics and reinforce partnerships with key European nations.

18 Mar

Former Georgian President Saakashvili’s Prison Term Extended

Sonakshi SarkarInternational

Former Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili has been sentenced to an additional four years and six months in prison on charges of illegal border crossing, bringing his total jail time to 12½ years. Saakashvili and his defense team argue that the charges are politically motivated. Serving as president from 2004 to 2013, Saakashvili led significant reforms but faced criticism for authoritarian tendencies. After his party's 2012 election loss, he moved to Ukraine and returned to Georgia in 2021, where he was arrested. Currently, he is in a prison hospital receiving treatment for chronic conditions. His lawyer denounced the recent verdict, declaring…