Sonakshi Sarkar - The Purbottar

20 Oct

To look into the unexplained death of Zubeen Garg, the Assam SIT team will travel to Singapore today

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a major development in the ongoing investigation into the sudden demise of Assam’s celebrated singer Zubeen Garg, a two-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) from Assam is set to depart for Singapore today. The move comes as authorities aim to follow key leads linked to the high-profile case. The SIT team will be led by Munna Prasad Gupta, Special DGP (CID) and SIT Chief, along with Investigating Officer Tarun Goel. The delegation’s primary objective will be to retrace Zubeen Garg’s movements during his visit to Singapore and verify the sequence of events surrounding his final international trip. This phase of…

18 Oct

A Union Minister’s visit to Sikkim demonstrates the state’s route to independence

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim is being highlighted as a model for self-reliance and sustainable development following a three-day visit by Union Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya. During her visit, the minister interacted with BJP workers, toured key locations, and inspected infrastructure projects across the state. Minister Bambhaniya praised Sikkim’s achievements in organic farming, calling it “the first organic state in the country, setting an example of self-reliance in organic development.” She added, “Sikkim represents a beautiful combination of culture, nature, and peace,” underlining the state’s potential to inspire similar initiatives nationwide. In Pakyong district, the…

18 Oct

In his sincere homage to Zubeen Garg, Rahul Gandhi likens him to the grace and strength of Kanchenjunga

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Congress leader and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi today visited Assam to pay an emotional tribute to the late singer Zubeen Garg, who passed away recently under tragic circumstances in Singapore. Arriving at Borjhar Airport at around 1:30 PM, Rahul Gandhi immediately proceeded to Sonapur to honor the legendary singer at his cremation site in Komarkuchi. During the memorial ceremony, Rahul Gandhi offered floral tributes and presented a traditional Assamese gamosa, a mark of respect in the state. In a touching gesture, he also planted a Nahor tree near the site, paying homage to one of Zubeen Garg’s favorite trees.…

17 Oct

India is represented at the first Bhutan Butterfly Meet by Sikkim’s “Butterfly Man”

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

In a landmark event celebrating regional cooperation in biodiversity conservation, Sikkim’s Nawang Gyatso Bhutia, widely known as the “Butterfly Man of Sikkim,” represented India at the 1st Bhutan Butterfly Meet, held under the aegis of the Department of Tourism, Royal Government of Bhutan. The event brought together leading butterfly experts, conservationists, and enthusiasts from Sikkim, West Bengal, South India, Arunachal Pradesh, and Bhutan, marking a new chapter in cross-border ecological collaboration. Bhutia, who also serves as the President of the Butterfly and Moths of Sikkim Nature Conservation Society (BAMOS NCS), played a key role in the meet by sharing his…

17 Oct

The Satra Commission Bill to protect Vaishnavite monasteries has been approved by the Assam Cabinet

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a landmark decision aimed at protecting the spiritual and cultural legacy of Assam, the state government has approved the establishment of the Assam Satra Preservation and Development Commission. The new body will be vested with quasi-judicial powers to safeguard Vaishnavite monasteries—locally known as Satras—along with their ancestral lands and artefacts, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Thursday. The proposed Assam Satra Preservation and Development Commission Bill, 2025, is designed to uphold the centuries-old Vaishnavite tradition initiated by the 15th-century saint-reformer Srimanta Sankardeva. The commission will work to protect the physical structures, cultural practices, and sacred manuscripts of Satras,…

16 Oct

Through its MSME awareness campaign, the Sikkim government empowers local business owners

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Commerce and Industries Department of Sikkim, in collaboration with the Sikkim Entrepreneurship and Economic Development (SEED) Cell, successfully conducted an awareness programme on State and Central Government MSME schemes at the Rinchenpong constituency. The initiative aimed to educate local entrepreneurs, self-help groups, and aspiring business owners about available financial assistance and business development opportunities under various government schemes. During the programme, officials highlighted key initiatives including the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP), Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Scheme, UNNATI Scheme 2024, and the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme. Participants were…

16 Oct

Baksa jail unrest is attributed by Gaurav Gogoi to the Home Department and Police

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The President of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC), Gaurav Gogoi, has strongly condemned the violent incidents that broke out outside Baksa District Jail on Tuesday. Calling the events “unprecedented and unfortunate,” Gogoi said that lapses by the police and the Home Department were the main reasons behind the unrest. In his statement, Gogoi said that the people of Assam are deeply hurt and emotional after the death of popular singer Zubeen Garg. He added that people’s demand for justice is genuine, but taking the law into one’s own hands will not bring justice. He appealed to everyone to stay…

15 Oct

The “Connect to CM” helpline is launched by Sikkim CM to bring citizens and governance closer together

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

In a landmark step toward citizen-centric governance, Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) on Tuesday launched the ‘Connect to CM’ helpline, a new initiative designed to bridge the gap between the government and the people. The launch ceremony, held at Samman Bhawan, marked a defining moment in the state’s ongoing efforts to ensure transparency, accountability, and participatory administration. The service, which became operational immediately after its launch, allows citizens to directly reach the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) through two dedicated numbers — 80016-81188 and 93327-81188. The helpline will remain open daily from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM, including on…

15 Oct

A team from Assam meets with the SIT and demands openness in the investigation of Zubeen Garg’s killing

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A delegation from Assam, comprising journalist Sanjeev Phukan of Dainik Janambhumi and Dr. Hitesh Baruah, met officers of the State Investigation Department (SID) on Monday to review the progress of the ongoing investigation into the tragic death of renowned singer and actor Zubeen Garg. The meeting, held amid mounting public concern and speculation, aimed to seek clarity on the investigation and ensure that the sentiments of the people of Assam were duly represented before the investigating authorities. Speaking to the media after the meeting, Sanjeev Phukan explained that the delegation’s visit was primarily a gesture of public representation.“Basically, we just…

14 Oct

VP Kiran Zimba was brutally attacked, and the Citizen Action Party denounces this as being connected to SKM

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Citizen Action Party-Sikkim (CAP-S) on Monday strongly condemned a violent attack on its Vice President, Kiran Zimba, alleging that miscreants carried out the assault at Rhenock. The party accused the ruling Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) of orchestrating the attack, calling it a “cowardly and barbaric act.” In an official statement, CAP-S described the incident as reflective of “the fear and frustration of those in power” and demanded immediate and strict action by the state government and law enforcement agencies against the perpetrators. The party emphasized that violence has no place in a democracy and warned that such acts threaten…