Sonakshi Sarkar

Assam's Guardian Minister for Dima Hasao district, Krishnendu Paul, on Thursday reviewed the progress of restoration work on the damaged Haflong–Lumding National Highway and assessed plans for an alternative road project aimed at ensuring uninterrupted connectivity in the region. The minister inspected the 3.4-km damaged stretch at Gerem near Nirimbangla while returning to Guwahati from Haflong. The section of the highway suffered extensive damage during the devastating natural disaster that struck the region in 2022, disrupting transportation and affecting connectivity between Dima Hasao, Barak Valley and other parts of Assam for a prolonged period. Accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner Shaurya…

Assam took another step towards expanding its presence in international agricultural markets on Thursday as a consignment of Tezpur litchis was exported to Singapore. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma flagged off the shipment and said the state's agricultural and horticultural products have strong potential to find buyers across global markets. The export of Tezpur litchis is being seen as part of the Assam government's efforts to promote farm produce beyond domestic markets and create better opportunities for growers. Officials believe that increased exports can help farmers secure improved returns while also enhancing the visibility of Assam's unique agricultural products abroad.…

A vehicle carrying around 60 LPG cylinders was seized in Assam's Bongaigaon district after local residents intercepted it on suspicion of illegal transportation and possible black marketing of cooking gas cylinders, officials and local sources said. The incident took place on Thursday night at Kirtanpara market, where residents reportedly stopped the vehicle and alerted Borghola Police. Following the information, police personnel reached the spot and took possession of the vehicle and the cylinders for further investigation. According to local residents, the vehicle was carrying a large consignment of LPG cylinders at a time when consumers and commercial establishments in several…

Assam and Nagaland have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at facilitating the exploration and utilisation of hydrocarbon resources in their disputed border areas, a move that both states hope will unlock economic potential and benefit local communities as well as the country. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said the agreement marks an important step towards addressing a long-standing challenge that had hindered the development of natural resources in the border region. Sharing details of the development on social media platform X, Sarma said the Assam-Nagaland boundary dispute had remained a major obstacle in harnessing hydrocarbon…

Neelakshi Saikia has created history by becoming the first woman from Nagaon district to qualify as a national boxing referee, marking a significant achievement for the district's sporting community and women's participation in sports officiating. Saikia earned the distinction after successfully clearing the National Referee Examination conducted during the recently concluded Kaziranga Rhino Cup Professional Boxing League held at Golaghat Stadium. The achievement has been widely welcomed by athletes, coaches and sports enthusiasts across Nagaon, who described it as a proud moment for the district and an important milestone in the growth of boxing in Assam. The Kaziranga Rhino Cup…

Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (West) Sibi George has said that Assam is emerging as an important destination for global investment and holds a unique position in India's engagement with East and Southeast Asian countries under the Act East Policy. Speaking during the visit of a high-level European Union delegation to Guwahati on June 9, George said Assam has become one of the key pillars of India's efforts to strengthen international partnerships and economic cooperation with countries in the eastern region. Referring to India's foreign policy approach, George said the country's engagement with the East has expanded significantly over the…

A Special Fast-Track Court in Assam is scheduled to pronounce its order on Monday on the bail applications of four accused in the alleged murder case of late Assamese cultural icon Zubeen Garg, marking an important stage in the ongoing trial. The court is expected to deliver its verdict on the bail pleas filed by Sandipan Garg, Amritprabha Mahanta, Nandeshwar Bora and Paresh Baishya. The hearing on their bail petitions has already been completed, and the court had reserved its order after hearing arguments from both sides. The case, which has attracted significant public attention across Assam, is currently being…