Sonakshi Sarkar - The Purbottar

01 Dec

SBI Green Marathon Season 6 is held in Guwahati, promoting sustainability via athletics

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

The SBI Green Marathon Season 6 took place in Guwahati, attracting over 4,000 participants to the Sarusajai Sports Complex on Sunday, reinforcing its commitment to fitness and environmental sustainability. Following successful events in Lucknow, Chandigarh, Bhopal, and Visakhapatnam, the marathon emphasized its core message, "Run for a Greener India," in the backdrop of Guwahati's scenic hills and the Brahmaputra river, showcasing the city's dedication to eco-conscious living and community welfare. Key dignitaries such as Shri Prabhas Bose, Chief General Manager, SBI Guwahati Circle; Shri Safal Tripathi, General Manager, Network 1; Shri Amaresh Kr Jha, General Manager, Network 2; and Shri…

01 Dec

Guwahati Hosts SBI Green Marathon Season 6, Champions Sustainability Through Sport

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

The SBI Green Marathon Season 6 made a spirited stop in Guwahati on Sunday, drawing more than 4,000 participants to the Sarusajai Sports Complex in a powerful display of fitness and environmental commitment. After successful runs across Lucknow, Chandigarh, Bhopal, and Visakhapatnam, the event brought its signature message — Run for a Greener India — to the heart of Assam. Set against the rolling hills and the serene Brahmaputra, Guwahati offered an ideal backdrop for the marathon’s sustainability-focused mission. Fitness enthusiasts, families, students, and contingents from the Assam Police, para-military forces and the Armed Forces joined the event, underscoring the…

01 Dec

Speculations Rife As Mukul Mulls Options Amid Growing Tmc Disconnect

Sonakshi SarkarEntertainment

As former Meghalaya Chief Minister and Leader of the Opposition, Mukul M. Sangma contemplates his next party affiliation, political circles in the state are abuzz amid the political leader reportedly opening channels of communication with “multiple” parties in the state. Sources said Sangma has been in communication with political parties in the state even as the names of these parties remain unconfirmed. Apparently, the disconnect between the seven-time MLA from Songsak and Trinamool Congress (TMC) central leadership in Kolkata has deepened. Insiders say the disconnect deepened after TMC’s poor performance in the 2023 Assembly polls, bagging only five seats, and…

01 Dec

Interim Report On St Status: Assam Govt To Invite Protesting Tribal Groups For Talks

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Government has decided to hold discussions with protesting groups regarding the Group of Ministers’ (GoM) interim report that addresses granting Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to six major communities: Tai-Ahom, Chutia, Moran, Matak, Koch-Rajbongshi, and Tea Tribes (Adivasis). Protests, primarily led by the Coordination Committee of Tribal Organisations of Assam (CCTOA), arose following the GoM's presentation of the report during the recent winter assembly session. The CCTOA expressed concerns that the inclusion of these communities could adversely affect the rights and representation of existing ST groups. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma indicated the government's readiness to listen to various…

01 Dec

Meghalaya Is Concerned About Rising HIV/AIDS Cases

Sonakshi SarkarHealth

The Meghalaya health department is alarmed by the rising number of HIV/AIDS cases, with over 10,000 individuals testing positive, including 500 children, particularly in the East Jaintia Hills district, which has the highest infection rate. Many affected children come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, highlighting social challenges amid this health crisis. The main transmission cause has been linked to unprotected heterosexual activities, compounded by individuals' reluctance to seek testing, which delays the detection and treatment of cases. Dr. K.L Iawbor from the Meghalaya AIDS Control Society (MACS) emphasized the need for collective action to combat the virus, aiming for an HIV-free…

01 Dec

Koch-Rajbongshi Organisations Protest the ST Panel Report and the Disparities in the Election Roll Revision

Sonakshi SarkarPolitical

The United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL) faced a significant crisis as Koch Rajbongshi leaders resigned en masse due to the party's inaction on their long-standing demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status. This decision was made during a meeting in Chirang district, where members expressed disappointment over the party's lack of a clear stance on the issue. Leaders from prominent Koch Rajbongshi organizations, including the Kamatapur Liberation Organisation and the All Koch Rajbongshi Students’ Union, supported the resignations, stating the party president's recent comments were insufficient. They called for the government to address the ST status demand without delay, especially in…

29 Nov

A Sustainable Way to Improve Human-Elephant Coexistence in Udalguri, Assam: Mustard Cultivation

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

To mitigate human-elephant conflict (HEC) and support communities affected by crop damage, Aaranyak, with LIC HFL's CSR initiative, has promoted mustard cultivation as an alternative to traditional crops like paddy. Mustard is less palatable to elephants, thereby reducing raiding incidents. In October-November 2025, 150 kg of mustard seeds were distributed to 45 farmers across several villages in Assam's Udalguri District, which frequently suffers from elephant-related agricultural losses. This initiative, based on a needs assessment, aims to bolster livelihoods and foster coexistence between humans and elephants by providing a safer crop option that enhances food security and income stability for local…

29 Nov

Delivery of “taragiri,” an indigenous advanced stealth frigate of the fourth Nilgiri class (project 17a)

Sonakshi SarkarENVIORMENT

Taragiri (Yard 12653), the fourth ship of Nilgiri Class (Project 17A) and the third built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilding Ltd (MDL), was delivered to the Indian Navy on 28 Nov 2025 at MDL, Mumbai, marking a major milestone in achieving self-reliance in warship design and construction. Project 17A frigates are versatile multi-mission platforms, designed to address current and future challenges in the maritime domain. Taragiri is a reincarnation of the erstwhile INS Taragiri, a Leander-class frigate that was part of the Indian Naval fleet from 16 May 1980 to 27 Jun 2013, rendering 33 years of glorious service to the…

29 Nov

NIa spl court convicts 2 more accused in lucknow al-qaeda terror conspiracy case

Sonakshi SarkarEducation

New Delhi, 29th November 2025: A special court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has convicted two more accused in the Lucknow Al-Qaeda terror conspiracy case. Mohd. Mustaqueem and Shakeel, both residents of Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), were convicted by the NIA court under section 25 (1B)(a) of the Arms Act read with section 120B of IPC. The Special Court at Lucknow sentenced the duo for the period of 20 months. A fine of Rs. 5000 each has also been imposed against them. Earlier, on 30th October 2025, the court had convicted one Mohammad Moid of Lucknow in the same case, related…

29 Nov

Operation Sindoor is a brilliant example of civil-military fusion; Administrative machinery worked seamlessly with the Armed Forces to build public confidence: Raksha Mantri at LBSNAA

Sonakshi SarkarEducation

“Operation Sindoor is a brilliant example of civil-military fusion where the administrative machinery worked seamlessly with the Armed Forces to communicate vital information and build public confidence,” said Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh as he called upon the young civil servants to understand their crucial role in safeguarding national interests, and, like the brave soldiers, always stay ready for such critical situations. He was addressing the valedictory ceremony of the 100th Common Foundation Course at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand on November 29, 2025. A person speaking into a microphoneDescription automatically generated Raksha…