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26 Jun

Assam Governor Reviews Lok Bhavan Welfare Schemes, Stresses Transparent and Citizen-Centric Governance

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Thursday reviewed the various welfare-oriented schemes and initiatives being implemented by Lok Bhavan for the benefit of the people across the State. The Governor reviewed the progress, impact and effectiveness of the schemes and outreach programmes undertaken by Lok Bhavan. “Inspired by the people-centric governance model and the vision of Antyodaya championed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, these initiatives have been conceived to bring about meaningful and measurable improvements in the lives of the beneficiaries,” he stated. Stressing the need for efficient, transparent and timely implementation of all schemes, he underscored the importance of…

26 Jun

Assam minister reviews development projects, calls for faster implementation of public welfare projects

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Minister for Women and Child Development and Tourism Ajanta Neog on Thursday reviewed the progress of various development projects in Golaghat district and directed officials to expedite pending works, particularly the construction of the Golaghat Medical College and measures to prevent flooding by the Doyang river. Chairing a meeting of the District Development Committee at the office of the District Commissioner in Golaghat, the Minister instructed the concerned departments to complete the remaining works of the medical college, including land acquisition required for drainage facilities, within the stipulated timeframe. “Development and public welfare projects must be implemented with greater…

26 Jun

Japanese govt commits to deepen ties with assam under india’s act east policy: himanta

Paromita EditorAssam

Ambassador of Japan to India Ono Keiichi has reaffirmed the Japanese Government’s commitment to deepen its ongoing partnership with Assam under India’s Act East Policy.The Japanese envoy had on Thursday called Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to reaffirm the commitment.“Delighted to have received a phone call from H.E ONO Keiichi, the Ambassador of Japan to India last evening. He reaffirmed the Japanese Government’s commitment to deepen its ongoing partnership with Assam under India’s Act East Policy,” chief minister Sarma informed on social media on Friday.“We agreed to further strengthen our collaboration across key sectors including electronics, semiconductor, infrastructure, manufacturing…

26 Jun

NIA Chargesheets 11 in Alleged IMK Terror Case

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday filed a chargesheet against 11 persons in connection with an alleged conspiracy to expand the network of a banned terror outfit across West Bengal and several northeastern states, including Assam and Tripura. The chargesheet was submitted before the NIA Special Court in Guwahati under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. According to the agency, the accused were allegedly associated with Imam Mahmuder Kafila (IMK), which it described as an offshoot of the banned Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB). The NIA alleged that IMK was…

26 Jun

Journalist Alleges Assault Attempt During Nagaon Hotel Gambling Raid as Probe Continues

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Seven persons were detained after Nagaon Police raided an alleged gambling den operating from a hotel in Nagaon town on Thursday night, leading to the seizure of cash and gambling-related materials. The police action has also sparked concern after a journalist covering the raid alleged that an attempt was made to assault the reporter and damage the camera during the incident. According to the police, the raid was carried out on the fifth floor of Hotel Blue Bird following specific information about alleged gambling activities being conducted at the premises. Officers entered the hotel and detained seven individuals who were…

25 Jun

Assam, Meghalaya Discuss Inter-State Excise Issues; AIM To Build Integrated Excise Framework Across Ne

Paromita EditorAssam

In a bid to build a more integrated excise framework across the North-East, a joint meeting of the Excise Ministers of Assam and Meghalaya was held in Shillong on Wednesday.The meeting was chaired by Meghalaya Excise Minister Brening A. Sangma and Assam Excise Minister Atul Bora and attended by senior officials of the Governments of Assam and Meghalaya.“We discussed inter-state excise issues, liquor price parity and the UMEED (Uniform Market Excise Ecosystem and Duty) initiative aimed at fostering greater coordination among North-Eastern states. I also informed about the support already extended by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh to this initiative,”…

25 Jun

Seven Endangered Golden Langurs Released into the Wild in Assam

Paromita EditorAssam

Seven endangered Golden Langurs have been successfully released into the wild at Sikhna Jwhwlao National Park in Assam following their rescue from an alleged wildlife trafficking network, rehabilitation, and scientific monitoring, Assam Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah announced on Wednesday. Sharing the development on social media platform X, the minister said the rescued primates underwent a carefully supervised rehabilitation process before being reintroduced into their natural habitat. Responding to media queries regarding the condition of the rescued animals, Mallabaruah stated that the seven surviving Golden Langurs had completed rescue, rehabilitation, and scientific assessment procedures and were found fit for release. Describing…

25 Jun

Assam Emerges as Major Investment Hub with Rs 5 Lakh Crore Proposals

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam has received investment proposals worth more than Rs 5 lakh crore, reflecting a major shift in the state's industrial and business environment, Finance Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah said during a pre-budget consultation meeting organised by the Assam BJP in Guwahati. The consultation brought together economists, academicians, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, representatives of financial institutions, business organisations and professional bodies to gather suggestions for the preparation of the upcoming Assam Budget. Cabinet ministers, Members of Parliament and senior BJP leaders also attended the meeting. Delivering the keynote address, Mallabaruah said the state government aims to prepare a practical, people-centric and growth-oriented budget…

24 Jun

Padma Shri 2026: Five from Assam among awardees

Paromita EditorAssam

Five eminent personalities from Assam have been conferred with Padma Shri Awards in the field of art and public affairs.President Droupadi Murmu presented Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri Awards for the year 2026 at the Civil Investiture Ceremony-II held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday evening.Among the dignitaries present on the occasion were the Vice President of India, Prime Minister and Union Minister for Home Affairs. The recipients from Assam include Haricharan Saikia who was awarded for his lifelong contribution to the preservation and promotion of the Sattriya classical dance tradition. Jogesh Deuri received the honour for his efforts in…

24 Jun

Another couple arrested for celebrating bithday on bridge over Brahmaputra in Guwahati

Paromita EditorAssam

Another couple, Surajit and Bijaya Mandal, have been arrested by Guwahati Police for allegedly celebrating Bijaya's birthday on the Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu and causing obstruction to traffic. The incident comes days after similar action against others for using public infrastructure as a private celebration venue.Earlier, Bharalumukh Police arrested a businessman for celebrating his wife's on the bridge connecting Guwahati and North Guwahati, turning the bridge into a private party zone.Bharalumukh Police on Wednesday detained Surajit Mandal and Bijaya Mandal, residents of Fatasil area of Guwahati, after a video of their birthday celebrations went viral on various social media platforms.The…