Sonakshi Sarkar - The Purbottar

21 Oct

Sikkim hosts inaugural Northeast Chess Championship at Janata Bhawan

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Northeast Team Chess Championship 2024 commenced at Janata Bhawan in Gangtok, marking a significant event for the region's sports community. Sikkim's Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs, Raju Basnet, inaugurated the championship as the chief guest, accompanied by prominent figures, including Sikkim Olympic Association President Kuber Bhandari and Sikkim Chess Association General Secretary Mahendra Dhakal. In his opening address, Basnet praised the championship for uniting chess players from across the Northeastern states, calling it a step towards promoting sports and strengthening regional ties. He also emphasized the state government's efforts in supporting sports development. The tournament, a first for…

19 Oct

Assam Police detain Bangladeshi infiltrators in Karimganj

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on October 19 that state police successfully apprehended a Bangladeshi national attempting illegal entry into the state. The individual, identified as Md. Arif, was promptly sent back across the border. Taking to social media, Chief Minister Sarma commended the vigilant efforts of the Assam Police, stating, “Our personnel are fully alert to thwart such infiltration attempts along the Indo-Bangladesh border.” This incident is part of a larger trend of increased security measures at the border. Just weeks prior, on September 23, Assam Police detained four Bangladeshi infiltrators in Karimganj. The arrested individuals—Sohil Hawladar,…

19 Oct

Infection leads to discovery of retained surgical forceps at STNM Hospital

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Sir Thutob Namgyal Memorial (STNM) Hospital is facing serious allegations of medical negligence after a pair of surgical forceps was discovered in the abdomen of a patient twelve years following her appendix surgery. Fifty-one-year-old Rita Chetri underwent an appendectomy at STNM Hospital in January 2012. Although she spent 17 days recovering in the hospital, her post-operative journey was plagued with persistent health issues. Rita’s husband, Balaram Chetri, recounted that despite numerous visits to the hospital for recurring stomach pain, doctors attributed her discomfort to gastric troubles and prescribed a variety of medications without conducting further investigations. “We received treatment…

18 Oct

‘Kati Bihu’ the pious day, Assam celebrate it with following rituals

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

On Thursday, Assam observed Kati Bihu, which is also known as Kongali Bihu. Assam follows all ancient conventions and ceremonies especially in this festival. Unlike the other two Bihus, Rongali and Bhogali, which are celebrated with pomp and splendor, Kati Bihu is distinguished by its simplicity and austerity. Kati Bihu represents the lean phase of the year when crops have yet to mature. It is observed during the month of Kati on the Assamese calendar. People of Assam pray for healthy crops and future prosperity during this Bihu. Locals burn clay lanterns in their homes' courtyards next to Tulsi plants. While the…

17 Oct

CM Prem Singh Tamang highlights hard work of BJP workers in Haryana

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang praised BJP workers in Haryana for their dedication and contribution to the party's recent political success during his visit to Chandigarh. Tamang’s remarks followed the unanimous election of Nayab Singh Saini as the BJP's legislature party leader in Haryana, a milestone he credited to the efforts of party workers and the BJP-led administration. “I would like to congratulate the BJP workers; their hard work, along with the initiatives of the central government and the Haryana administration, has made this achievement possible,” Tamang said. Upon his arrival at Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, CM Tamang…

17 Oct

Crucial verdict on Assam’s Citizenship Act to be announced today

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Supreme Court is set to deliver its highly anticipated verdict today, October 17, on the petitions challenging Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955, a provision specific to Assam under the Assam Accord. The Constitution Bench, headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, and comprising Justices Surya Kant, MM Sundresh, JB Pardiwala, and Manoj Misra, reserved its judgment last December following four days of extensive hearings. Section 6A permits individuals of Indian origin who migrated to Assam between January 1, 1966, and March 25, 1971, to apply for Indian citizenship. However, several indigenous groups in Assam have vehemently opposed this…

16 Oct

Tshering Palmu Tamang and Binod Pradhan represent Sikkim with pride

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Tshering Palmu Tamang and Binod Pradhan, contestants from Sikkim, have advanced to the second round of the popular international reality show Nepal Himalayan Roadies Season 6. Tshering Palmu, from Darap village in Gyalshing District, made history as the first woman from Sikkim to participate in the show, while Binod Pradhan, a skilled volleyball player from Adampool, Gangtok, has also captivated both judges and viewers with his talent. Their progress in the competition has drawn significant attention in Sikkim, with fans eager to see how they fare in the upcoming rounds. The season premiered on October 14 on Himalayan TV, continuing…

16 Oct

Bye-elections scheduled for Soreng Chakhung and Namchi Singhithang

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) has warmly welcomed the announcement of bye-elections for the 07-Soreng Chakhung and 11-Namchi Singhithang Assembly Constituencies by the Election Commission of India. As per the schedule released by Chief Election Commissioner Shri Rajiv Kumar, the bye-elections will follow this timeline: Gazette Notification: October 18, 2024Last Date for Nominations: October 25, 2024Scrutiny of Nominations: October 28, 2024Withdrawal of Candidature: October 30, 2024Date of Poll: November 13, 2024Counting of Votes: November 23, 2024SKM, under the leadership of Hon'ble Party President Shri Prem Singh Tamang (Golay), expressed confidence in securing a decisive victory in both constituencies. The party…

09 Oct

Assam Cabinet approves delimitation of local governance bodies

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Cabinet has approved the delimitation of Gaon Panchayats, Anchalik Panchayats, and Zilla Parishad constituencies, aimed at enhancing grassroots governance across the state. Alongside this, the Cabinet also celebrated the recognition of Assamese as a "Classical Language." In a landmark decision, the Cabinet expressed its gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for granting Assamese the prestigious "Classical Language" status. This recognition acknowledges the language’s rich cultural and literary heritage and is expected to aid in the preservation and digitization of ancient texts while creating job opportunities for local scholars. As part of its grassroots governance reforms, the Cabinet approved…

09 Oct

1% of 2024-25 budget dedicated to child welfare in BTR

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) in Assam has announced plans to allocate a special budget for child-friendly initiatives, marking a significant step toward the welfare of children in the region. BTC Chief Pramod Boro confirmed that 1% of the 2024-25 budget will be dedicated to advancing a child-friendly environment in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). Speaking at a consultation meeting on 'Child-Friendly BTR,' Boro emphasized the administration's commitment to the holistic development of children. "We are dedicated to ensuring that every child in the BTR is supported and protected through effective policies and initiatives," Boro stated. The meeting, attended by…