Assam - The Purbottar

23 Dec

CM Himanta Biswa Sarma at the MMUA event in Bajali: Women must advance in business

Banasree SarkarAssam

Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, the chief minister of Assam, reiterated the State Government's commitment to women's economic development, stating that any woman may become self-sufficient and that women must advance in business. He was speaking to a sizable crowd while handing out seed capital checks for the Bajali Legislative Assembly Constituency's flagship Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan (MMUA). Nearly 28,000 women recipients received Rs 10,000 seed capital checks from the Chief Minister during the program, which was a major step toward encouraging women-led entrepreneurship at the local level. The program seeks to support women in launching small enterprises, bolstering self-help organizations,…

23 Dec

IIT Guwahati Hosts State-Level ‘Design for Bharat’ Exhibition Under VBYLD 2026

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Department of Design at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati hosted the State-Level Exhibition for Design for Bharat - Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2026, aligning with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports’ initiative to nurture young leaders toward the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. Launched as a national design challenge, Design for Bharat aims to spur youth-led innovation that addresses significant social, cultural, and economic issues using creative and design-driven approaches. The initiative focuses on promoting critical thinking, collaboration, and innovation, facilitating mentorship from industry experts, and providing a platform for youth to showcase their…

23 Dec

Alleging corruption in Jal Jeevan Mission, the Assam Congress steps up statewide protest

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has intensified its statewide protests alleging large-scale corruption and irregularities in the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), a flagship drinking water scheme. Leading the protest in Dhemaji town, APCC president Gaurav Gogoi demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe to uncover what he described as serious financial misconduct and administrative failures under the scheme. The protest in Dhemaji was part of a broader campaign being carried out across Assam under the banner of the Congress party’s public outreach initiative, “Raijor Padulit–Raijor Congress.” Congress workers and leaders gathered at several locations in…

22 Dec

Assam’s revered shrine gets Rs 217 crore facelift

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Batadrava Than, a shrine in Bordowa, Assam, is set to undergo a Rs 217-crore facelift under the Batadrava Cultural Project. The project aims to transform the sacred shrine into a world-class spiritual and tourism destination, preserving and showcasing the religious and cultural legacy of Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardeva. The project, set to be inaugurated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on December 29, will be developed on 162 hectares of land that were freed from encroachment. The project includes the world's tallest Guru Asana, guest houses with artistic elements, an art centre inspired by traditional cymbal, a research centre shaped…

22 Dec

Sarbananda Sonowal on Namrup IV stone-laying: Assam is undergoing a comprehensive metamorphosis

Banasree SarkarAssam

Sarbananda Sonowal, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, stated, "This marks a historic and proud moment for Assam and the entire Northeast," in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi laying the foundation stone for the Ammonia-Urea Fertilizer Project of Assam Valley Fertilizer and Chemical Company Limited at Namrup in Dibrugarh. This initiative, under the visionary and resolute leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, would not only improve the nation's fertilizer security but also empower farmers, create a significant number of jobs, and support India's progress towards Atmanirbhar Bharat. Namrup IV is more than just an industrial project;…

22 Dec

93 Days On, No Clarity on VC Inquiry: Tezpur University Faces Complete Shutdown from Tuesday

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Tezpur University is moving toward a complete shutdown after its students announced that they will launch full civil disobedience from Tuesday morning. The students have accused the Union Ministry of Education (MoE) of remaining silent for more than three months on the inquiry against Vice-Chancellor Shambhu Nath Singh, who has allegedly remained absent for an extended period. The student fraternity released a long and strongly worded statement on Sunday night. The statement said they were deeply dissatisfied with what they describe as “sustained silence” from the Ministry. They said the Ministry had earlier set deadlines for clarification on December 9…

22 Dec

AMSU Holds Protest Over Alleged Oppression of Minorities in Bangladesh

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The All Assam Minority Students’ Union condemned a violent incident against minority Hindus in Bangladesh, labeling it as inhuman and unacceptable. AAMSU president Rezaul Karim Sarkar criticized the event and called on the Indian Government to take strict action, advocating for firm diplomatic measures towards the Bangladesh government, and potentially stronger responses if the situation demands it. This condemnation coincided with a protest organized by AAMSU at Balapara in Jogighopa, Bongaigaon district, where demonstrators raised slogans opposing the persecution of minorities in Bangladesh and criticized the country’s interim leadership. Notable slogans included “Oppression of minorities in Bangladesh will not be…

22 Dec

Tezpur University Students Announce Civil Disobedience Over MoE’s Silence on VC Probe

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Tezpur University is facing potential shutdown due to a civil disobedience movement initiated by students, who accuse the Union Ministry of Education (MoE) of inaction regarding the investigation into the missing Vice-Chancellor, Shambhu Nath Singh. In a statement, students expressed anger over the Ministry's failure to provide updates on the inquiry despite previous assurances, highlighting that deadlines set for reports had lapsed without communication. They criticized the Ministry for over 90 days of "administrative silence," indicating a lack of regard for the university’s functioning and stakeholder interests. The students have vowed to restart total civil disobedience, enforcing a complete shutdown…

22 Dec

Medical Miracle in Assam as Man Survives King Cobra Bite

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a significant medical advancement, Assam has reported its first confirmed survival from a king cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) bite, involving 35-year-old Babul Rabha, who received treatment from a coordinated medical and rescue network. Dr. Surajit Giri, a consultant anaesthesiologist, noted that such survival cases are extremely rare in India, as king cobra bites usually lead to fatal outcomes and are complicated by the lack of species-specific antivenom. The bite incident occurred on December 16 in Nichinpur village, Kamrup district, when Rabha, while clearing bushes, inadvertently grasped the king cobra, resulting in a bite to his right palm. Initially unaware of…

20 Dec

Hygienic fish processing skill development training was conducted in Kamrup

Banasree SarkarAssam

The ICAR–Central Institute of Fisheries Technology (ICAR-CIFT), Cochin, arranged a two-day skill development training program on Hygienic Handling and Quality Upgradation of Traditional Fishery Products of Assam at the Training Hall of Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kamrup, as part of the North East Hill (NEH) Program. The program was carried out in partnership with KVK, Kamrup, with the aim of offering practical direction and hands-on training for the production of high-quality traditional fisheries products using efficient and hygienic processing techniques. Fish pickle, dried fish, chutney powder, and fish cutlet are only a few of the value-added fishery products whose quality…