Sonakshi Sarkar

With American singer-rapper Post Malone set to perform in Guwahati, Assam is planning to host a concert featuring renowned singer-songwriter Shakira in the near future. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that this event marks a significant moment for Guwahati, placing it on the global entertainment stage. Although the state had an opportunity to host Shakira in February next year, logistical and financial constraints led to the decision to postpone. The government is currently supporting the concert's organizer, BookMyShow, with logistics and security as part of a concert economy initiative. Approximately 20,000 tickets have been sold for Malone's first solo…

Roumari Lake in Jogighopa area of Bongaigaon district has again started attracting a large number of migratory birds with the arrival of the winter season. The wetland, also known locally as Roumari Beel, is located near Malegarh village and covers almost 70 hectares of land. People in the area say that the beel has now turned into a lively place as different bird species have started gathering here over the past several weeks. Local residents who regularly observe the wetland say that nearly 29 bird species can be seen around the lake throughout the year. With the cooler weather, several…

Dense winter fog has severely impacted road safety in Assam, leading to a tragic accident at Yogi Ghopa–Boalimari in Bongaigaon district, where a vehicle plunged into the Champabati river around midnight. Four individuals were in the car: driver Akidul Islam and passenger Jubbar Ali survived, while Bokkar Ali was recovered deceased, and Azahar Ali Mondal remains missing. The group was returning to Barpeta after attending a local fair when their Dhubri-bound vehicle lost control on a foggy stretch, rolling down a slope into the river. Survivors highlighted the sudden loss of control, with Jubbar recalling the moment before the crash.…

On Sunday, a catastrophic fire at a nightclub in Goa claimed the lives of at least three individuals from Assam, identified as Rahul Tanti and Manojit Mal from Cachar district, and Diganta Patir from Dhemaji. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed his condolences to the families affected by this tragedy, stating, "I am deeply saddened to hear the news of death of three persons from Assam in this accident." The incident, which took place at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub, resulted in a total of 25 fatalities, including four tourists and 14 staff members.

The Assam Cabinet has sanctioned the transfer of 3,000 bighas of land from Doloo Tea Estate, located near Silchar in Cachar district, to the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for the establishment of a greenfield airport. This new allocation, which includes an additional 500 bighas beyond the previously designated 2,500 bighas for the project, is seen as a crucial step toward securing approval from the Union Cabinet, as announced by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma following a Cabinet meeting on Sunday evening. Sarma highlighted that the need for a civilian airport has been long acknowledged, particularly since expanding the…

The Assam government has officially relaxed its two-child policy for a number of indigenous communities in the State. The decision was notified on December 5 and it now allows members of Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, tea garden workers and the Moran and Matak communities to have up to three children without losing government benefits or facing restrictions in government employment or election participation. According to the notification issued by the Health and Family Welfare Department, the amendment has come into force immediately. The order mentioned that this change has been made in the Population and Women Empowerment Policy of Assam,…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the ACA (Assam Cricket Association) Cricket Stadium on Friday in Umarangso, Dima Hasao district, marking the first cricket stadium for the association in this area. The stadium is designed to accommodate approximately 15,000 spectators with earthen gallery seating and includes five dedicated practice pitches. In a nod to local heritage, the pavilion is named after Sengya Tularam Senapati. This new facility is expected to host domestic cricket matches organized by the Assam Cricket Association and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). CM Sarma highlighted the unique location of the stadium,…

Senior Professor Dr. Dhruba Kumar Bhattacharyya stepped in as the Acting Vice Chancellor of Tezpur University on Thursday night, assuming responsibility at a moment when the institution is witnessing days of student agitation, uncertainty over key administrative actions, and sharp disagreements among the academic community. Soon after taking over, Dr. Bhattacharyya stressed that the welfare of students will guide every decision during his tenure. Reiterating that transparency and cooperation are essential, he urged all stakeholders to work collectively to restore a peaceful and academically focused environment. He added that the broader goal is to strengthen Tezpur University’s reputation as a…