Assam - The Purbottar

25 Feb

Modi visits Kaziranga National Park, celebrates Assam’s natural beauty

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Assam, reaffirmed his government's commitment to the development and cultural recognition of the Northeast. Addressing a massive gathering in Guwahati, he emphasized that his government has taken unprecedented steps to bring the region into the national spotlight, ensuring its cultural and economic progress. Speaking to a cheering crowd, PM Modi said, “There was a time when Assam and the entire Northeast were overlooked in the country’s development agenda, and its rich culture was ignored. But today, I declare myself the brand ambassador of the Northeast’s culture.” His remarks were met with applause,…

25 Feb

Assam’s Hemangajit Dutta makes history at Ernst & Young US

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Hemangajit Dutta has made history as the first individual from Assam to be appointed Managing Director at Ernst & Young US LLP (EY US). His journey from North Lakhimpur to the top ranks of a global consulting giant is a story of academic brilliance, perseverance, and professional excellence. Born in North Lakhimpur, Assam, Hemangajit displayed exceptional academic potential from an early age. He secured 3rd rank in the State Education Board exams, followed by a 10th rank in the Science stream of the State Higher Secondary exams at Cotton College. His academic journey continued at NIT Silchar, where he graduated…

24 Feb

Guwahati traffic plan: What you need to know for February 24-26

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Guwahati Traffic Police has announced traffic restrictions from February 24 to 26, 2025, in light of two major events—Jhumoir Binandini at Sarusajai Sports Complex and Advantage Assam 2.0 at Khanapara Veterinary Field. The measures have been put in place to ensure smooth vehicular movement, public convenience, and the unhindered operation of emergency services such as ambulances and fire tenders. For the Jhumoir Binandini event at Sarusajai Sports Complex, designated routes have been assigned for different categories of visitors. GOLD Pass holders will enter through Gate No. 1B, alight near the main roundabout, and park near the Indoor Stadium. DROP-OFF…

24 Feb

The Cachar police recovered a huge quantity of Yaba tablets

Banasree SarkarAssamCachar police

A large number of Yaba tablets were found in the possession of a drug dealer from Jirighat, Manipur, who was detained by the Cachar police. In addition, 27 grams of heroin were found when the district police raided a Jirighat home that was allegedly used as a narcotics storage facility. According to Cachar SP Numol Mahatta, a team of Cachar police officers conducted an operation against the illicit transit of narcotics substances at Haokip Punji in Jirighat on Saturday night, based on reliable intelligence. One individual, Chungkam Lenthang (44), of Muktakkhal Village in the Tamenglon district of Manipur, was taken…

24 Feb

Assam Police butlsts USTM racket, Chancellor, 5 others sent to judicial custody

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The chancellor of the University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM), Mahbubul Hoque, arrested on charges of promising students to allow unfair means in exams, has been remanded to judicial custody by a local court in Sribhumi district of Assam. Hoque, along with five teachers of a school in Patharkandi of the district, were sent to 14 days in judicial custody after a late-night hearing by the local court on Saturday, advocates appearing in the case said on Sunday. The USTM chancellor, who also runs the ERD Foundation that operates various educational institutions, including a school in Patharkandi, was arrested…

22 Feb

Advantage Assam 2.0 to start on Feb 25, PM to inaugurate summit

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Advantage Assam 2.0 at Khanapara Veterinary College field in Guwahati on February 25. Preparations are underway in Guwahati for the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit which will be held on February 25 and 26. Ambassadors and delegates from 51 countries, industrialists, officials of various companies will participate in the infrastructure and investment summit. Several Union Ministers will also participate in the second edition of Advantage Assam. Bimal Bora, Assam Minister of Industries & Commerce, told reporters that, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in Guwahati on February 24 evening and he will be accorded…

22 Feb

Congress demands clarity on sixth schedule funding after Assam CM’s statements

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Congress has accused Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of making "misleading statements" in the Assembly, particularly regarding the Centre’s financial responsibility toward tribal areas. The party urged Sarma to refrain from making such claims and called for greater transparency in governance. Addressing a press conference, Leader of the Opposition Debabrata Saikia alleged that the chief minister misrepresented facts about the Centre’s obligations under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. "The Constitution mandates the Central government to provide funds for Sixth Schedule areas. However, the chief minister stated in the Assembly that New Delhi is not bound to allocate…

22 Feb

Income Tax Department, Dibrugarh organized a blood donation camp

Banasree SarkarAssamDibrugarh

Assam Medical College and Hospital, Dibrugarh, and the Income Tax Department, Dibrugarh, collaborated to host a blood donation session at Aayakar Bhawan. Assam Medical College and Hospital Principal Dr. Sanjeev Kakoti and Additional Income Tax Commissioner Subrata Dhar lit a lamp to officially open the camp. This effort was a component of a national blood drive that was carried out as a social responsibility exercise in all of the Income Tax Department's offices. Participation in the camp was fervent, and 32 donors made contributions to the admirable cause. Along with attendees from outside organizations like the Central Reserve Police Force…

21 Feb

10 suspects identified by police in Assam MP attack case: CM

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said altogether 10 people have been identified so far for attacking Congress MP Rakibul Hussain and his PSOs in Nagaon district. "The police have identified the individuals involved in the alleged incident of assault on Congress MP Sri Rakibul Hussain," Sarma said in a post on X. Sharing the names and the places of the accused, he said that the police will take action as per the law. Hussain, the MP from Dhubri constituency, his son Tanzil and his personal security officers (PSOS) were attacked by masked miscreants amidst 'Rakibul Hussain go…

21 Feb

Assam Congress legislators protests against attack on Congress MP Rakibul Hussain

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Congress legislators on Friday staged a protest in the premises of the Assam Legislative Assembly against the attack on Congress MP Rakibul Hussain in the Rupahihat area in Nagaon district. The Congress legislators also brought an adjournment motion to discuss the matter on the floor of the ongoing Budget session of the Assam Legislative Assembly. Still, Speaker Biswajit Daimary rejected it and adjourned the assembly for several minutes. The Congress legislators also showed placards against the state government and demanded strict action against the attackers. Speaking to the media, Leader of Opposition in the Assam Legislative Assembly, Debabrata Saikia, "It…