Assam - The Purbottar

07 Apr

Embassy Refutes Fake Passport Allegation Amid Assam Political Row

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Egyptian Embassy has dismissed as “forged” a document circulating on social media that claims to show an Egyptian passport in the name of Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.In a clarification issued amid a growing political controversy, the Embassy said the document in question is not genuine and does not represent any valid passport issued by Egyptian authorities. It stated that the document appears to be fabricated, with Sharma’s name and photograph placed onto it.The development comes after Pawan Khera of the Congress raised allegations suggesting that Sharma possessed an Egyptian passport, triggering a…

07 Apr

Buffalo Herd Run Over in Assam Tunnel, Train Services Hit

riya EditorAssam

On Monday, rail services on the Lumding–Badarpur hill section faced a brief disruption due to a collision between the Kanchenjunga Express and a herd of buffaloes inside Tunnel No. 16, near New Haflong in Dima Hasa district. The incident resulted in multiple animal deaths, with at least eight buffaloes found dead. Railway officials responded quickly, deploying teams from the Engineering Department and the Railway Protection Force to facilitate rescue and clearance operations. The train was reversed to New Haflong station to clear the tracks, and normal operations resumed shortly thereafter. No injuries to passengers or staff were reported, but authorities…

06 Apr

Mime performance organised for voter awareness

Paromita EditorAssam

With the aim of increasing voter awareness in the upcoming Assam Legislative Assembly eections, particularly to attract young voters, a special voter awareness programme titled “Power of Vote” was organised today by the Kamrup Metropolitan district administration under the SVEEP initiative in collaboration with the Electoral Literacy Club and Nirbak.At the beginning of the program held at Dispur College, Principal Dr Nabajyoti Bora delivered the inaugural speech, emphasizing the importance of increasing voter awareness and describing voting as a sacred duty. Assistant Commissioner of Kamrup Metropolitan district Richivandana Gogoi highlighted the importance of such creative initiatives in raising awareness among…

06 Apr

Rabha National Council Withdraws Support from BJP, Backs Congress Candidate in Boko-Chaygaon

Paromita EditorAssam

In a significant political development ahead of the elections in Assam, the Rabha National Council (RNC), representing the Rabha community, has withdrawn its support from the BJP-led alliance and extended backing to Congress candidate Ramen Singh Rabha in the Boko-Chaygaon constituency. The announcement was made late on April 4 during a press conference attended by key RNC leaders, including Chief Secretary Govinda Rabha, Central Member and Auditor Aditya Rabha, Executive President Arun Diya, Kamrup District Member Manoj Rabha, and Ribhoi District President Pradip Rabha. RNC leaders stated that although some members of the Rabha Joutho Mancha have aligned with BJP…

06 Apr

Riniki Bhuyan Sarma Denies Foreign Assets, Counters Gaurav Gogoi Amid Political Row

Paromita EditorAssam

Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on April 6 rejected allegations of holding foreign assets, asserting that neither she nor her family has any business interests or properties outside India. Responding to a post by Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi, she said, “Neither I, nor my children, nor my husband have any business interests or assets in Dubai or anywhere outside India.” In a sharp counter, she questioned Gogoi whether his wife has or has ever had a bank account in Pakistan, and asked if he would make such details public. She also accused him of…

06 Apr

NEITC, ABTO Ink Deal to Promote Buddhist Tourism in Northeast

Paromita EditorAssam

The North East India Tourism Confederation (NEITC) on Monday announced the signing of a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Association of Buddhist Tour Operators (ABTO) to promote Buddhist cultural tourism in the Northeast.NEITC, the apex body representing tourism organisations across the region, said the MoU was formalised during the National Tourism Convention and Familiarisation (FAM) Tour held in March at Namsai in Arunachal Pradesh.According to NEITC, the partnership aims to facilitate international travel to Buddhist sites across the Northeast by providing structured information access and improving travel coordination for foreign visitors.The collaboration is also expected to support the…

06 Apr

Governor Urges Industry to Explore Assam Investment Potential

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya chaired an industrialists meet with a delegation from Indian Industries Association at Lok Bhavan in Guwahati on Monday.During the meeting, the Governor highlighted Assam’s strategic location, improved connectivity, policy support and investor-friendly environment as a preferred investment friendly destination.The Governor informed about the pivotal role of the Central Government in accelerating the State’s infrastructure and industrial development, including emerging industries like semiconductors.Urging the industry leaders to explore Assam’s vast potential, the Governor assured that the State Government remains committed to providing a conducive and investor-friendly environment to ensure sustainable and inclusive economic growth.The Governor called…

06 Apr

Grenade Attack on BJP Candidate Biswajit Phukan’s Residence in Sarupathar

Paromita EditorAssam

In the run-up to Assam Assembly polls, unidentified miscreants hurled a grenade at the residence of BJP's Sarupathar candidate and incumbent MLA Biswajit Phukan at Changpool in Golaghat district today.However, a major disaster was averted as the grenade failed to explode. Phukan was not at the house at the time of the incident.Police reached the spot soon after and have launched an investigation into the incident.The incident has created panic and heightened tension in the constituency. Questions are being raised over how a grenade was thrown at the residence of a candidate amid tight security arrangements for the elections.Senior police…

06 Apr

Himanta Biswa Sarma Accuses Indian National Congress of Foreign Links, Fake Proof

riya EditorAssam

Escalating political tensions in Assam, Gaurav Gogoi, the State Congress president, has launched a fierce counterattack against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing him of misleading the public and vowing to uncover alleged irregularities associated with Sarma's family assets and overseas business interests. In response to Sarma's recent statements, Gogoi claimed he would expose what he termed "falsehoods" regarding the Chief Minister's family wealth, questioning their ownership of a "Gold Card" in Dubai and property there, as well as the disclosure of such assets in Sarma's election affidavit. He warned that undisclosed assets could lead to disqualification under election laws…

06 Apr

Fresh Attack by Himanta Biswa Sarma on Indian National Congress Over ‘Fake Evidence’

riya EditorAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on April 6, amplified his political critique against the Congress party, alleging foreign interference and the use of false evidence. He cautioned senior Congress leaders about potential legal repercussions, including imprisonment. According to Sarma, the recent controversy has negatively impacted the Congress, with informal trends indicating an increase in projected seats for the NDA from 94 to 99. He declared that “Congress is finished in Assam,” highlighting a growing public support for the BJP-led alliance. Sarma underscored the legal implications for Pawan Khera, stating that a police complaint has been filed, and the police…