Sonakshi Sarkar - The Purbottar

28 Jan

Accused Convicted by NIA Court in Pakistan-Backed Mobile, Cyber Espionage Case

Sonakshi SarkarNews

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) special court at Vishakhapatnam on Tuesday sentenced to simple imprisonment (SI) a key accused in a Pakistan led espionage conspiracy case involving fraudulent use of mobile SIM cards and misuse of social media platforms. The accused, Altafhusen Ghanchibhai @ Shakil, had pleaded guilty during the ongoing trial, as part of which 37 witnesses had already been examined by the prosecution. Convicting the accused for misusing unique identification features, including SIM cards and OTPs, as well as social media, the special court pronounced today its orders against him. The accused has been sentenced to SI for…

28 Jan

Congress Rebuilds from Ground Up as People Turn Away from BJP’s Politics of Intimidation: Gogoi

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Congress has signalled a renewed push for mass mobilisation as its state president Gaurav Gogoi accused the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party of running the state through fear and pressure rather than public support. Speaking at a Mandal Convention held at Abhayapuri in Bongaigaon district, Gogoi said the Congress was rebuilding itself from the ground up as people across Assam began to turn away from what he called an atmosphere of intimidation and control. Addressing a packed gathering of party workers and supporters, Gogoi alleged that Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma was clinging to power by misusing state institutions,…

28 Jan

CARA Holds Workshop in NE on Rehabilitation of Children with Special Needs

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

The Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen India’s adoption and child protection ecosystem, is organising its second Regional Consultative Workshop in Guwahati on January 30. The theme of the workshop is in line with CARA’s Adoption Awareness Camapign: “Promoting Non-Institutionalised Rehabilitation of Children with Special Needs (Divyaang Children)”. The workshop is being organized to advance CARA’s commitment towards ensuring that children with special needs are provided family-based care and are not confined to long-term institutionalization. The initiative aligns with the mandate of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 (as…

28 Jan

On Sixth Anniversary of Bodo Peace Accord, Mohilary Flags Pending Promises to Bodo People

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) president and Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Chief Executive Member Hagrama Mohilary on Tuesday said that the unfinished clauses of the Bodo Peace Accord would soon be taken up with both the Assam government and the Centre. He said the responsibility of fully carrying out the agreement lies with the state and central governments. Mohilary was speaking at a public programme held to mark the sixth anniversary of the Bodo Peace Accord. The event was organised by the BPF-led BTC at the BTC Legislative Assembly Auditorium at Bodofa Nwgwr in Kokrajhar. Political leaders, representatives of social organisations…

28 Jan

NE Leaders Condole Demise of Maharashtra Deputy CM in Plane Crash

Sonakshi SarkarNorth East

Leaders from Northeast India have expressed their condolences regarding the tragic death of Ajit Pawar, the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra and prominent NCP leader, who died in a plane crash near Baramati, Pune, while end route to a public rally for the Zilla Parishad elections. The crash, which also claimed the lives of three others aboard, transpired in the morning, with emergency services arriving promptly at the scene, but no survivors were found. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with officials currently assessing the damage to the aircraft. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma conveyed his deep…

28 Jan

Pending Clauses of Bodo Peace Accord to Be Discussed with Centre, Assam Govt Soon: BTC Chief

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) chief and Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Chief Executive Member (CEM) Hagrama Mohilary on Tuesday said the pending clauses of the historic Bodo Peace Accord would soon be taken up with both the Assam government and the Centre. The Bodo Peace Accord—a tripartite agreement signed on January 27, 2020, between the Government of India, the Government of Assam, and Bodo organizations, including all factions of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) — had marked the end of decades-long insurgency in Assam, sparking hopes for lasting peace in the region. Addressing a programmer on 6th Bodo Peace…

28 Jan

NRL Expansion Project on Track for Completion by End of Year

Sonakshi SarkarNews

Dr. Ranjit Rath, Chairman of Numaligarh Refinery Ltd (NRL), announced at the India Energy Week 2026 that the refinery's capacity expansion from 3 million tonnes to 9 million tonnes per annum will be completed by the end of the year, enabling it to process imported crude oil for the first time. Currently reliant on domestic crude for fuel production, NRL aims to diversify its feedstock following this expansion, with initial processing already initiated. Dr. Rath further discussed the expansive growth potential in India's upstream energy sector, emphasizing the importance of progressive policies, collaboration, and technology to enhance frontier exploration. He…

28 Jan

NABARD Sanctions ₹200.36 Crore Loan for Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam government has secured a loan of Rs 200.36 crore from NABARD, which has been approved by the State Cabinet for the implementation of 27 projects within the state. This funding will specifically support initiatives from the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Departments as well as the Border Protection & Development Departments under the Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF)-XXXI scheme. Additionally, the State Cabinet has permitted individuals from the Moran community residing in Arunachal Pradesh's border areas with Assam to register at the Employment Exchanges in Tinsukia district, provided they possess a valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC) and OBC certificates…

28 Jan

RGU Assam Gears Up to Host BCI National Moot Court Competition

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) is set to host the 38th Bar Council of India (BCI) National All India Inter-University Moot Court Competition from January 29 to 31, 2026, marking the first time this prestigious event is held in Northeast India. Organized by the Bar Council of India and the Bar Council of India Trust-Pearl First, the competition will attract law students from across the country, providing a significant platform for aspiring lawyers to develop their skills in legal research, drafting, oral advocacy, and courtroom decorum. The announcement was made during a press conference at RGU, where several prominent…

28 Jan

Eviction Remarks Spark Row: Bhumi Adhikar Party Targets CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Sonakshi SarkarGuwahati

The Bhumi Adhikar Party (BAP) has condemned remarks made by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma regarding eviction drives in the hills of Guwahati. The Chief Minister's statement asserted that eviction notices would be served exclusively to “Miyas” rather than indigenous Assamese hill residents. BAP leaders, including party president Prabin Jyoti Kalita, accused Sarma of engaging in “divisive politics” to polarize voters and curry favor with indigenous hill communities ahead of upcoming elections. During a press conference in Sorusajai, Kalita raised concerns over the denial of land patta applications under the Basundhara 2.0 and 3.0 schemes, questioning the government’s intentions…