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28 Jan

Gang of five steals ₹1 lakh from petrol depot in Tinsukia’s Pengeri Chariali

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A petrol depot in Pengeri Chariali, Tinsukia district, was targeted by a gang of armed robbers, leaving the community in shock and fear. The incident occurred late Tuesday night when a group of five masked assailants stormed the depot owned by local businessman Binanda Sonowal. The culprits arrived in a black Venue SUV, conspicuously missing a number plate, which added to the intrigue surrounding the case. Witnesses reported that the gang wielded pistols, intimidating staff and customers present at the time. In a matter of minutes, the robbers looted over ₹1 lakh in cash before speeding away, leaving no immediate…

28 Jan

Assam DGP GP Singh released from state, to become CRPF DG

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After a two-year stint as the DGP of Assam, Gyanendra Pratap Singh was on Monday released from state services to join the Central Reserve Police Force as Director General, according to an official order. The 1991-batch Assam-Meghalaya cadre IPS officer has been the Director General of Assam Police since February 1, 2023. "The officer is hereby released from the date of handing over of charges," the Home and Political Commissioner & Secretary, Biswajit Pegu, said in a notification.

28 Jan

Assam’s Bodo Council seeks inclusion in Article 280 for more funds

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The Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), an autonomous administrative authority in Assam's Bodo tribal areas, has demanded its inclusion in Article 280 of the Constitution to get more funds for the development of some remote districts that suffered decades of insurgency and are now on a peace path. Pramod Boro, the chief executive member of the BTR's governing body Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), told a group of journalists here that he was "trying to sustain" the peace that was achieved after four decades of instability, fear, uncertainty and threat. Monday marked the successful five years of the tripartite Bodo Peace Accord…

27 Jan

Riyan Parag to lead Assam in Ranji Trophy

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Riyan Parag has been declared fit to return to cricket in the seventh round of the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season, which begins on January 30. Parag will lead Assam in their final league match against Saurashtra in Rajkot. Parag's last competitive appearance was in the third T201 against Bangladesh in Hyderabad in October last year. He subsequently missed the T201 series against South Africa and the ongoing series against England due to a shoulder injury that required surgery. While he was also absent from India's Champions Trophy squad, this return to match action could help him regain match fitness should…

27 Jan

Assam to have Dibrugarh as second capital

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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said the district headquarters of Dibrugarh will be developed as the second capital of the state within the next three years. Unfurling the national flag here on the occasion of Republic Day, Sarma said the government will construct a permanent building of the assembly in this city on the southern bank of Brahmaputra in Upper Assam. "Today is an important day in Dibrugarh's journey to become the second capital of Assam. For the first time, state celebrations are taking place in this historical city," he said.

27 Jan

Luxury vehicle used for smuggling liquor in Doomdooma, one arrested

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a joint operation on Republic Day, Assam Police, the excise department, and security forces successfully intercepted a vehicle carrying a large consignment of liquor in Doomdooma, leading to the arrest of one individual. The operation was part of a broader effort to curb illegal activities in the region. Officials reported that the vehicle was stopped at a naka-checkpoint on the national highway near Borhapjan. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the liquor was being transported from Kailashpur to Barekuri, allegedly intended for unauthorized sale. What raised suspicions further was the use of a luxury vehicle equipped with a fake…

27 Jan

Assam CM wishes the Dimasa-Kachari folk a joyous Busu Dima

Banasree SarkarAssamAssam CM

The Dimasa-Kachari community was wished a happy Busu Dima, a harvest celebration that honors agricultural achievement and cultural cohesion, by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. "Warm greetings to the Dimasa-Kachari community on Busu Dima," the Chief Minister said on social media. Assam's diverse culture is enhanced and the community is brought together by this joyous harvest festival. An important event that highlights the Dimasa community's strong agrarian roots and connection to the natural world is Busu Dima. In Dimasa, "Busu" means "harvest festival," and "Dima" stands for the identity of the community. Busu Dima, which is widely observed, marks…

24 Jan

Prior to Dibrugarh’s Republic Day festivities, security was increased

Banasree SarkarAssamRepublic Day

Dibrugarh has increased security in anticipation of Republic Day. Every security agency is on high alert and making sure everything is in order for Republic Day to be celebrated in a calm and orderly manner. Rakesh Reddy, the superintendent of police for Dibrugarh, said, "We are ready for the Republic Day celebration. At the Dibrugarh district's entry and departure points, there have been night patrols and round-the-clock naka checks. Our police team is working with all security forces and agencies to prevent any potential disaster." In the meantime, the police are clearing out abandoned cars from marketplaces, bus stations, national…

24 Jan

“Assam set to become India’s next powerhouse”: Himanta Biswa Sarma

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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who is attending the second edition of the business summit Advantage Assam in Japan, said that the state is set to become India's next powerhouse. The Assam CM, who met over 80 business leaders, mentioned that Assam's target is to take the state gross state domestic product (GSDP) to USD 143 billion by 2030. He also stated that the state has received the "highest ever" investment of USD 4 billion in 2024. "During my interaction with over 80 business leaders, I conveyed our target to take Assam's GSDP to USD 143 billion by 2030,"…

23 Jan

Assam CM discusses tourism opportunities with Japan’s tourism minister

Banasree SarkarAssamAssam CM

Furukawa Yasushi, Japan's State Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism, met with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to talk about increasing travel between Assam and Japan. CM Sarma emphasized Assam's unrealized tourism potential during the meeting by highlighting the state's Bagans and golf courses, Charaideo Moidams, and Kaziranga National Park. He discussed how Japanese tourists might have great prospects at these unusual locations. Strengthening tourist links and opening up new channels for Assamese and Japanese cultural and economic contacts were the main topics of discussion. It is anticipated that the conference would open the door to further cooperation,…