Assam - The Purbottar

09 Aug

Major Dr. Dipanwita Kalita becomes Assam’s first woman paratrooper, featured in Femina’s ‘Warrior Women’ cover

editorAssam

With Major Dr. Dipanwita Kalita from Swaheed Nagari Dhekiajuli, Sonitpur district, becoming the first Assamese woman paratrooper, Assam has made a lasting impression on the Indian Army's history. In addition to this noteworthy accomplishment, she was included alongside Colonel Sophia Qureshi and eight other outstanding female officers from the Indian Armed Forces on the Independence Day special cover of Femina India, one of the most well-known and extensively read magazines in the world. Her mother, Parbati Kalita, had gallbladder surgery yesterday, so although her triumph has made the people of Dhekiajuli very proud, celebrations at her parents' house have been…

08 Aug

Bhergaon Eri Centre distributes free silkworm seeds to empower rural women

editorAssam

An important step was taken on Wednesday at the Bhergaon Eri Cocoon Production and Demonstration Centre to encourage rural women to become self-sufficient and earn a steady income. 50 economically disadvantaged people received free Eri silkworm seeds and vital host plant saplings during the ceremony, which ran from 11:30 am to 4:00 pm. Daobaisa Boro, an executive member of BTR's Eri Mission, spearheaded the campaign and stressed the value of enlisting women, particularly those from the tea garden areas, to participate in Eri sericulture by using their underutilized land for plantations. An essential component of Assam's silk legacy, Muga cultivation…

08 Aug

From September 20, IndiGo will begin operating morning flights from Delhi to Silchar via Guwahati

Banasree SarkarAssam

IndiGo will begin operating a new morning flight service from New Delhi to Silchar via Guwahati on September 20, 2025, according to the Assam Chief Minister's Office (CMO). In order to enhance air connection and convenience for Barak Valley residents, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma spearheaded the introduction of the service, according to Barak Valley Development Minister Kaushik Rai. Rai thanked the chief minister and IndiGo Airlines for making the extra flight possible. On his official X account, the minister thanked the Assam chief minister for "considering the needs of the people of Barak Valley and arranging an additional flight."…

08 Aug

Court steps in to speed up cases against Assam leaders

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Gauhati High Court has directed the Public Prosecutor to present a detailed roadmap to fast-track all pending criminal cases involving Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs). The court has fixed August 20, 2025, as the deadline for the submission of the action plan. The directive was issued during a recent hearing amid growing public concern over the slow pace of justice in politically sensitive matters. Official data indicates that Assam continues to witness a large number of unresolved cases against legislators, with Dibrugarh and Nagaon districts recording the highest pendency. The bench emphasised that…

07 Aug

Rajasthan to honor Assamese hero Lachit Borphukan with monuments in Jaipur and Kota

editorAssam

The Rajasthan Foundation (Assam & Northeast Chapter) has suggested erecting monuments of the renowned Assamese warrior Lachit Borphukan in Jaipur and Kota as a potent symbol of cultural pride and national unity. Assamese patriotism and bravery are exemplified by Lachit Borphukan, the 17th-century Ahom general who was renowned for his valiant resistance against the Mughal Empire during the Battle of Saraighat. A major cultural effort aimed at integrating his tale into India's larger historical fabric is represented by the proposed sculptures in Rajasthan, one in the state capital Jaipur and another in Kota, a center of scholastic brilliance. The government…

07 Aug

Land dispute sparks tensions in Upper Assam, CM appeals for peaceful action

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Amid growing unrest in parts of Upper Assam over alleged land encroachment by Bengali-speaking Muslims, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has made a strong appeal to the people of Assam to stand up for their land and culture—but only within the bounds of law. While acknowledging the widespread anger among the indigenous Assamese communities, he warned that any threat to their identity would be met with serious consequences. Speaking on the sidelines of a public event in Guwahati on Wednesday, Sarma said the public has every right to resist what he called “illegal encroachment,” but urged that such resistance must…

07 Aug

A unit of the Assam Yoga Science College was inaugurated at Jamunamukh

Banasree SarkarAssam

The Assam Yoga Science College, one of the state's top schools for teaching yoga sports, opened a branch at Jamunamukh. Prabhat Chandra Borah, Vice-President of the All India Yoga Federation and International Yoga Referee, formally opened the college's unit with a candle-lighting ceremony. Dambaru Saikia, a well-known social organizer and educationist, presided over an event that was also conducted at the Jamunamukh Sankardev Vidyaniketan premises on this occasion. Yoga master Prabhat Chandra Borah spoke, emphasizing the value of yoga sports instruction in the modern world. In addition to the faculty, students, and parents of Jamunamukh Sankardev Vidyaniketan, the event was…

06 Aug

Assamese farmers’ lost history is revived by Haurí Utsav

Banasree SarkarAssam

At the historic Santak Na Gaon agricultural area in Assam's Sivasagar district, the Haurí Utsav was celebrated with great enthusiasm to revive the fading traditions of Assamese farmers. The festival aimed to reconnect the younger generation with Assam’s rich agricultural and cultural heritage, highlighting the significance of age-old farming practices that once formed the backbone of rural life. The event saw active participation from local residents, farmers, students, and cultural enthusiasts who gathered to witness traditional farming demonstrations, folk music, and vibrant dance performances. These activities reflected the deep-rooted bond between agriculture and culture in Assamese society. Through workshops, storytelling,…

06 Aug

From bullets to ballots: Assam CM credits BJP for ending BTR violence

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has praised the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for bringing a major shift from violence to peace in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). Speaking at a series of public meetings ahead of the upcoming Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) elections, Sarma said that under BJP's leadership, the region has seen a transformation unmatched in recent memory.“Earlier, people were forced to vote under the shadow of guns. Now, leaders come with folded hands seeking votes. This is the biggest achievement of our peace push in BTR,” Sarma said while addressing a gathering. He added that the BJP…

06 Aug

Assam to launch Nijut Moina Asoni 2.0 on Aug 6, empowering 10 lakh girls

editorAssam

GUWAHATI: The Assam government is set to launch the free form distribution programme under the Mukhya Mantri Nijut Moina Asoni 2.0 (MMNMA 2.0) on August 6, for the financial year 2025–26. The initiative aims to support 10 lakh girls in pursuing higher education by facilitating access to application forms for eligible students. In alignment with the state’s efforts, the Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong district administrations will host the programme at six designated venues on the same day. The events will feature prominent dignitaries, including the Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) at Diphu…