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05 Dec

Assam cabinet expansion scheduled for December 7 to address regional demands

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a long-awaited cabinet expansion, scheduled for December 7, aiming to address growing demands for regional representation and ease the workload on current ministers. The state cabinet, which currently comprises 15 members including the Chief Minister, has the capacity for 18 members. The upcoming expansion will fill the three vacant positions, streamlining governance and preparing for the 2026 assembly elections. A significant point of focus is the lack of representation from the Barak Valley region. The resignation of former minister Parimal Suklabaidya, who was elected to the Lok Sabha earlier this year, left…

04 Dec

Minister Tshering Bhutia joins Hornbill Festival 2024 to celebrate Northeast heritage

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim’s Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation, Tshering Thendup Bhutia, graced the Hornbill Festival 2024 as a distinguished guest on its third day, held at Kisama Heritage Village in Nagaland. The festival, a vibrant showcase of Northeast India’s diverse cultural heritage, featured performances by cultural troupes representing 18 indigenous tribes. Minister Bhutia was accompanied by notable figures, including Tenzing Dorjee Bhutia, Chairman of SIMFED, and Javier Paulinich, Ambassador of Peru to India. The event also saw the participation of Irena Pal, Project Manager of the Vienna Economic Forum, and Michael Pal, Director of the Cultural Forum at the Austrian Embassy…

04 Dec

Assam Governor urges higher education institutions to boost Viksit Bharat engagement

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya has urged leaders of the state’s higher educational institutions to actively promote student participation in the upcoming ‘Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue.’ The event, scheduled for January 11-12 in New Delhi, aims to connect young minds, especially those without political backgrounds, to the sphere of politics through innovative challenges. A key feature of the program, the ‘Viksit Bharat Challenge,’ offers students a platform to demonstrate their knowledge about India’s progress across various sectors. The challenge includes a quiz competition, an essay-writing contest, and the creation of a vision deck focused on national development. “Institutions are…

03 Dec

Sikkim’s Para-Athletes bring home glory at Guwahati’s Northeast Para-Sports Meet

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim's para-athletes delivered an impressive performance at the 1st Northeast Para-Sports Meet 2024, held in Guwahati, Assam. Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang lauded their achievements, calling them a testament to the state’s sporting spirit. Phuntsok Tashi Bhutia made history by clinching a Gold medal in Table Tennis, while Nima Dorjee Tamang earned a Bronze in the 100m Freestyle Swimming event. Adding to the state’s tally, Sher Bahadur Thapa and DB Basnet secured Bronze medals in Shot Put. Congratulating the athletes, Chief Minister Tamang expressed his pride: “Heartiest congratulations to all the participants and medalists for their outstanding accomplishments! Your dedication…

02 Dec

Assam CM urges judiciary to prioritize sensitive crime cases

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has called for urgent judicial reforms to ensure faster resolution of cases involving crimes against women and children. Addressing a gathering in Cachar on December 1, Sarma underscored the need for streamlined investigations and expedited trials in such sensitive cases. "Criminal investigations must be completed within two months, and trials should conclude within a year to uphold democracy and ensure justice," Sarma said. He highlighted growing public frustration with delays in the judicial process, which often leads victims to seek immediate intervention from law enforcement instead of relying on courts. The Chief Minister urged…

02 Dec

Sikkim CM Tamang highlights the role of Pilgrimage Tourism in state’s economic growth

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang inaugurated the Cultural Centre and Rinchen Chholing Monastery at the Rabindranath Tagore Complex, Megi Dara, Rinchenpong, on December 1. The event was graced by His Eminence Tulku Sangay Yonten Gyatsho Rinpoche and witnessed by dignitaries and locals alike. In his address, CM Tamang extended congratulations to the Tourism Department, Monastic Committee, and the people of Sikkim for this landmark achievement. He emphasized the project’s potential to bring transformative benefits to local communities by boosting tourism, a critical driver of the state’s economic growth. “This initiative aligns with our vision of promoting Pilgrimage Tourism, which…

30 Nov

BJP Assam aims to tap into NRI resources for socio-economic development of the state

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Assam Pradesh, convened a high-level meeting on November 29 to chart out strategies for engaging Assamese Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) in fostering cultural, economic, and educational collaborations. The party outlined plans to establish robust frameworks for connecting with the Assamese diaspora, leveraging their expertise and resources to contribute to the state's development. Emphasizing the importance of global community ties, discussions explored avenues for international partnerships, including solutions to cross-border challenges with neighboring Bangladesh. Key opportunities in education and employment were identified to provide Assamese youth with global exposure. To enhance outreach, two dedicated committees were formed.…

30 Nov

Mangan District in Sikkim rolls out traffic guidelines for smooth tourist access

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim's Mangan District is set to reopen to tourists on December 1, 2024, and to ensure smooth traffic flow, the District Collector-cum-Magistrate, Anant Jain, has announced new traffic regulations. These guidelines, issued under Section 34 (b) of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, aim to prevent traffic congestion while facilitating ongoing road restoration on the Mangan-Chungthang route. According to the new regulations, vehicles traveling from Mangan to Chungthang via the Toong Naga stretch will be allowed to operate only until 10:00 AM, with necessary permits. From 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the Mangan-Chungthang road will be closed for vehicular traffic to…

28 Nov

Assam Chief Minister talks to foreign envoys to end ‘restricted’ travel warnings

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday emphasized the state’s efforts to counter "restricted" travel advisories issued by several countries for the Northeast region. Speaking at the 12th International Tourism Mart (ITM), Sarma revealed ongoing engagements with foreign envoys to reshape global perceptions about the region's safety and tourism potential."Many countries, including the US and Japan, still categorize the Northeast as restricted for travel. While Assam has been peaceful for the last 4-5 years, these outdated advisories hurt tourism. We are in continuous dialogue with embassies to change this," Sarma said. Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, who joined…

28 Nov

Sikkim and central government collaborate to enhance agricultural growth

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim's Agriculture Minister Puran Kumar Gurung met with Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture, Shivraj Singh Chauhan, in New Delhi on November 27 to discuss strategies for enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability in the state.The meeting emphasized Sikkim's commitment to sustainable farming and the need for continued support from the central government. Chauhan assured Gurung of unwavering assistance to boost Sikkim's farming sector, particularly in promoting organic practices and improving farmers' welfare. Key discussions revolved around introducing advanced agricultural technologies, enhancing productivity through innovative schemes, and addressing the challenges faced by farmers. Both ministers highlighted the importance of collaborative…