Sonakshi Sarkar - The Purbottar

10 Apr

Assam CM traces co-passenger to return borrowed charger

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In an unusual yet heartwarming incident that unfolded mid-air and continued across continents, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has earned widespread praise for his humble gesture of returning a mobile charger borrowed during an international flight. The episode began on an Emirates flight from Delhi to Dubai, where the Chief Minister was seated next to 34-year-old Deepak Kapoor, a resident of Sector 12, Noida. During the journey, Kapoor kindly lent CM Sarma his international plug and phone charging cable. However, as fate would have it, Kapoor disembarked in Dubai while the Chief Minister was asleep, leaving no opportunity to…

09 Apr

Om Prakash Mathur reviews Sikkim projects, will attend ‘Gangtok Got Talent’

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur held a review meeting with Gangtok District Magistrate Tushar G. Nikhare at Raj Bhavan on Tuesday, focusing on key development schemes in the district. The discussion centred around the implementation of the Vibrant Villages Programme, a central government initiative aimed at improving remote border villages. The DM briefed the Governor on major ongoing projects, including the Kuzu Eco Park at Gnathang, sanctioned by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The eco-park is expected to promote rural tourism, generate jobs, and support sustainable development in the region. Governor Mathur praised the district administration for its dedication to…

09 Apr

RTI act strengthens Indian democracy, says Governor

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Tuesday described the Right to Information (RTI) Act as a transformative tool that has strengthened the foundations of Indian democracy by building a bridge between the government and the people. He said the Act has helped usher in a culture of transparency and accountability in governance and remains one of the most powerful legislative instruments in empowering citizens. The Governor was speaking at the inauguration of the 32nd Board of Governors and the 14th Annual General Body Meeting of the National Federation of Information Commissions in India (NFICI), held at an official event in…

08 Apr

Assam’s Dibrugarh-Jorhat NH to be completed by December 31

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday that there is "unanimous confidence" incompleting the section of the Jorhat-Dibrugarh National Highway by December 31 of this year. The Assam CM met with Krishnan Kumar, the Managing Director of National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited, in Delhi earlier on Monday to discuss the completion of the highway. "Pursuant to my discussion yesterday in Delhi with Dr. Krishan Kumar, Managing Director of @nhidcl, I am happy to share that there is unanimous confidence in completing the Jorhat-Dibrugarh section of the National Highway by 31st December," CM Sarma wrote in a…

08 Apr

California Declares Emergency Over Water Contamination

Sonakshi SarkarInternational

The State of California has declared an environmental emergency after detecting hazardous levels of PFAS (forever chemicals) in the water supply of 35 cities, including Sacramento, Fresno, and San Diego. Governor Gavin Newsom announced a $400 million cleanup initiative and lawsuits against several chemical companies. Health experts have linked PFAS exposure to cancer, thyroid disease, and birth defects. This alarming situation has drawn attention in countries like India and Bangladesh, where industrial waste management in rivers is a persistent issue. Environmental activists are urging South Asian governments to conduct similar water audits to prevent silent contamination crises.

08 Apr

Bangladesh Approves First Satellite Internet License

Sonakshi SarkarBangladesh

Bangladesh’s Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has officially granted SpaceX’s Starlink the license to operate satellite-based internet services in the country. This approval will help bridge digital divides in rural and remote areas. The service, expected to go live in late 2025, promises high-speed internet in the Chittagong Hill Tracts, coastal areas, and northern border regions where connectivity has long been a challenge. The license also mandates a partnership with a local ISP to ensure affordable pricing and infrastructure sharing. This development could inspire similar satellite internet projects in Nepal’s mountainous regions and Bhutan’s remote valleys. Experts believe Starlink’s entry may…

08 Apr

Sustainable Living at Sea: Japan Unveils Ocean-Based Habitat

Sonakshi Sarkarjapan\

Japan has launched its first floating city prototype off the coast of Okinawa, as part of an ambitious experiment to combat rising sea levels and urban overcrowding. Designed by Tokyo-based Oceanix Corp, the project—named "Aqua Haven"—includes modular living units, solar-powered facilities, and desalination systems. The floating city, currently housing 500 residents in trial mode, is built to withstand typhoons and minor tsunamis. The Japanese government, in collaboration with the UN-Habitat program, sees this as a model for climate-resilient urban development. Countries vulnerable to flooding like Bangladesh, the Maldives, and coastal India have shown keen interest in adopting similar models. Experts…

08 Apr

Assam gets fulll support from ISRO to launch its own satellite

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday met ISRO Chairman V Narayanan and discussed with him the state's vision of launching its own satellite. The ISRO chairman assured the chief minister that his organisation would lend full support in realising the vision, according to an official statement. In a meeting with Narayanan here, Sarma outlined the Assam government's vision to have its own satellite -- ASSAMSAT -- in collaboration with IN-SPACe (Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre), Department of Space, Government of India.

08 Apr

Sikkim advisor Lama proposes regional trade and transport plan

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

In a significant push for regional cooperation, Professor Mahendra P Lama, Chief Economic Advisor to the Government of Sikkim, has unveiled a comprehensive plan to transform trade and transport connectivity in Eastern South Asia. In his latest paper titled “Strengthening Trade and Transport Connectivity in Eastern South Asia”, published by UNESCAP in March 2025, Lama identifies the lack of efficient infrastructure and outdated border systems as key barriers to regional integration between Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, and Nepal (BBIN). Lama emphasizes that despite shared borders and historical ties, the region faces high trade costs, poor road and rail networks, and complicated…

08 Apr

Assam, Mizoram prepare for key border discussions in Guwahati

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a renewed push to resolve their long-standing border dispute, Assam and Mizoram will hold a fresh round of official-level talks on April 25 in Guwahati. The meeting aims to ease tensions and work towards a peaceful and mutually acceptable solution for the people living along the volatile border. Mizoram Home Minister K Sapdanga confirmed the development, stating that preparations are underway and the state is finalising its delegation. The Mizoram team is likely to be led by Home Secretary Vanlalmawia. Assam officials have already extended a formal invitation for the talks. This round of dialogue comes after delays earlier…