Assam - The Purbottar

13 Feb

Kaziranga National Park Teams Up with African Initiative to Promote Conservation Through Sports

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a notable collaboration that highlights the role of sports in promoting sustainable conservation, Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR) partnered with Africa’s Bola Bola Sports for All Wildlife Forever to organize a “conservation-focused” football tournament at the Golia Football Ground in Biswanath Wildlife Division of Assam on February 11 and 12, 2026. The tournament showcased spirited participation with eight men's teams, four women's teams, and two under-17 teams, culminating in a celebration of teamwork and sportsmanship. The tournament results indicated significant wins, with Team Biswanath Town Club being crowned Men’s Winners, while Team Uddipta Chowra, Bedeti claimed the…

13 Feb

During tomorrow’s visit to Assam, the PM will unveil projects valued at over Rs 5,450 crore

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Assam on Saturday, arriving at the Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) on Moran Bypass in Dibrugarh at approximately 10:30 am. His visit will begin with an aerial display showcasing fighter jets, transport aircraft, and helicopters. At 1 pm, he will inaugurate the Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu, a newly constructed bridge over the Brahmaputra River in Guwahati, followed by the launch of various projects valued over Rs 5,450 crore at Lachit Ghat around 1:30 pm. The ELF at Moran is a pioneering infrastructure project in Northeast India, developed in collaboration with the Indian Air…

13 Feb

Assam’s Riyan Parag to be named as Rajasthan Royals captain

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

All-rounder Riyan Parag from Assam is all set to be crowned as the new captain of the Rajasthan Royals (RR) franchise. According to a source, the RR management has decided to handover the captaincy to Riyan and a formal announcement will be made this evening. Ritan, who captains the Assam cricket team, will take over from Sanju Samson for the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League. The change in captaincy comes in the backdrop of the Jaipur-based team opting to trade Sanju Samson to the Chennai Super Kings. While other options included Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel and even the experienced Ravindra…

13 Feb

Naga youths band together under the “Fed-Up Nagas” platform and demand that peace accords be implemented as soon as possible

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a notable development highlighting frustrations over the delayed resolution of the Naga political issue, a group of Naga youths has launched “Fed-Up Nagas,” a collective initiative urging the Indian government to implement the long-awaited Naga political solution rooted in the 2015 Framework Agreement with NSCN (I-M) and the 2017 Agreed Position with WC/NNPGs. This initiative was disclosed during a press conference at The Layover Hotel, where members emphasized that “Fed-Up Nagas” is not a formal entity but a unifying platform for individuals from various tribes, regions, and Naga communities outside Nagaland, lacking a defined leadership structure. Kahuto I. Awomi,…

13 Feb

‘Tea Next 2.0’ Held in Golaghat as HUL Engages 256 Small Tea Growers, BLFs on Compliance

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) organized Tea Next 2.0 as part of its Tea Next initiative, a capacity-building program for Bought Leaf Factory (BLF) representatives and Small Tea Growers (STGs) in Golaghat, Assam, involving approximately 256 participants. The program's goal was to enhance sustainability, productivity, and regulatory compliance within the increasing significance of the smallholder tea sector in India’s tea value chain. The initiative prioritized improving green leaf quality, tackling Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) issues, and advocating for regenerative agricultural practices. Participants benefited from practical training focused on pruning cycles, plucking standards, and the implementation of Good Agricultural Practices to ensure…

13 Feb

Majuli Sees Historic Push in Education, Connectivity and Women Empowerment with Rs 2,218-Crore Projects

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Majuli, the world’s largest river island district of Assam, witnessed a major wave of development initiatives as Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for projects worth Rs 2,218 crore. The Chief Minister also distributed seed capital cheques to 31,952 women entrepreneurs, marking one of the largest financial outreach programmes for women in the district. Addressing a large public gathering, Sarma said that Majuli had never before seen development work on such a wide scale. He stated that the new projects would strengthen administration, education, connectivity, and cultural infrastructure, while also creating opportunities for local people,…

13 Feb

Moran Highway set to become airstrip during PM Modi’s Assam visit

Banasree SarkarAssam

Prior to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Assam on February 14, an ordinary section of national highway was converted into a working airfield, causing first amazement and then growing excitement throughout Moran. The sound of fighter jets and military transport planes descending from the sky will soon be heard in what is typically a corridor of trucks and everyday commuters. In order to accommodate fighter jets and military helicopters, a route that is typically congested with trucks, buses, and two-wheelers was cleared, secured, and carefully prepared. Many locals called the scene "unforgettable" when the plane landed on the asphalt,…

13 Feb

Guwahati Hosts Consumer Awareness Programme

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Consumer Awareness Bharat Yatra Programme took place at the Northeastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation Limited (NEHHDC) in Guwahati, marking a significant step in the nationwide initiative focused on fostering quality consciousness, standardization, and consumer protection throughout India. Organized by the Consumer Confederation of India (CCI) with support from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), this program runs from December 24, 2025, to March 15, aiming to enhance awareness about quality control, standardization, consumer rights, and the BIS’s role in safeguarding public interest. At the event, Isaac Ginlaldin, Scientist and Joint Director at BIS, emphasized the importance of following…

13 Feb

Scientific Farming Practices Promoted Through Farmer Training Programme in Wokha

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

As part of the ongoing Cluster Development Programme in collaboration with CSIR-NEIST Jorhat, a Hands-on Training Programme is set to take place on February 17 at the Deputy Commissioner’s Conference Hall in Wokha, Nagaland. This training will concentrate on two main themes: the cultivation of medicinal, aromatic, and floriculture crops, encompassing scientific plantation techniques, post-harvest management, and ongoing support for farmers; and beekeeping (apiculture), which will cover scientific farming practices, post-harvest management, and related activities. Following the training session, high-quality planting materials will be provided to selected farmers and beneficiaries as a practical resource. The programme aims to enhance productivity…

13 Feb

Assam’s Socio-Economic Growth Linked to Rubber Production, Says Rubber Board Executive Director

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Executive Director of the Rubber Board, M Vasanthagesan, emphasized the pivotal role of rubber production in enhancing the socio-economic landscape of Assam during a meeting with a media delegation from the state at the Rubber Board headquarters in Kottayam, Kerala. He highlighted that Assam stands as the third-largest producer of natural rubber in India and outlined the historical context and expansion of rubber cultivation in the region. Vasanthagesan pointed to the promising prospects for increasing rubber production due to favorable agro-climatic conditions and rising market demand. During the discussion, which included other senior officials such as B Sreekumar, Deputy Director…