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03 Jun

School Connectivity Surge Places Assam Among Top Three States in India

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam has emerged among the top three states in the country in terms of growth in school internet connectivity, a development that reflects a wider transformation in the state's education sector over the past decade, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday. Reacting to the recognition by the Government of India, Sarma said the achievement goes beyond internet access and represents broader improvements in educational infrastructure across Assam under the NDA government's tenure. In a post on X, the Chief Minister said the state's ranking highlights the steady progress made in several key areas that directly affect the learning…

02 Jun

Mission ‘Senehjori’ launched to boost Assam’s Muga Silk sector; Rs 411-crore project to benefit 2.5 lakh stakeholders

Paromita EditorAssam

In a major initiative aimed at transforming Assam’s iconic Muga Silk industry, Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday virtually launched Mission Muga Silk ‘Senehjori’, a Rs 411-crore project designed to empower more than 2.5 lakh weavers, rearers and entrepreneurs associated with Muga silk production in Assam.The launch event held at Sanchar Bhawan in the national capital, was attended by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Minister of State for Textiles Pabitra Margherita and Minister of State for DoNER Sukanta Majumdar, among others.Describing the initiative as a transformative step for Assam’s famed 'golden thread',…

02 Jun

Six Arrested in Majuli for Sexual Assault of 12-Year-Old Girl

Paromita EditorAssam

Six individuals, including two juveniles, have been arrested in Assam’s Majuli district after a 12-year-old girl was allegedly subjected to repeated sexual assaults over several months, which resulted in her being more than six months pregnant, police said. The arrests followed a complaint lodged by the victim’s family at Garamur Police Station on June 1. Investigators stated that the accused exploited the absence of family members at the girl’s home to assault her multiple times. She was also allegedly threatened with death if she revealed the abuse. The pregnancy was discovered only recently, prompting the family to approach the authorities.…

02 Jun

Class X Student Hospitalised After Alleged Assault by Headmaster in Assam’s Bajali

Paromita EditorAssam

Tension prevailed at Sarupeta High School in Assam's Bajali district after a Class X student was allegedly assaulted by the school's headmaster, leading to the student being admitted to hospital. According to local sources, the student, identified as Ratul Rajbongshi from Kolbari village, sustained injuries in the alleged incident and was subsequently taken for medical treatment. The exact circumstances surrounding the incident have not yet been officially disclosed. The incident sparked outrage among the student's family members and local residents, who gathered at the school premises and demanded an explanation from headmaster Sanjiv Kumar Talukdar. They also called for accountability…

02 Jun

Local Crafts from Kaziranga Find National Market on GeM, Amazon

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve has expanded market opportunities for local artisans by taking its Eco-Shop to major online platforms, a move aimed at connecting conservation efforts with sustainable livelihood opportunities for communities living around the protected area. The Eco-Shop, managed by the Kaziranga Staff Welfare Society, is now available on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) and Amazon, enabling handcrafted products made by local communities to reach customers across the country. Officials said the initiative is expected to strengthen economic opportunities for artisans and producer groups from villages located in the fringe areas of Kaziranga. According to an official statement,…

02 Jun

IPL Final Night Raid Leads to Major Betting Bust in Guwahati

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Guwahati Police have busted an alleged Indian Premier League (IPL) betting racket operating from the city and seized cash, jewellery, luxury vehicles, digital devices and property-related documents during a raid conducted on the night of the IPL final.The operation was carried out following extensive intelligence gathering by a specially constituted police team. According to officials, the team acted on specific inputs regarding illegal betting activities and conducted a raid while the IPL final match was underway. Addressing the media, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Central) Shambhavi Mishra said the operation was led by the Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police and involved…

01 Jun

Assam CM Meets External Affairs Minister, Discusses Act East Policy, Regional Trade Opportunities

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday met External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and discussed ways to strengthen the Centre's Act East Policy while exploring Assam's potential role in enhancing trade and tourism ties with neighbouring countries.Sharing details of the meeting, which took place at the External Affairs Minister’s official residence, on social media platform X, Sarma described the interaction as insightful and said Jaishankar's perspective on global affairs and India's approach to current geopolitical challenges was always enlightening."This morning, I had the pleasure to call upon Hon'ble External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar ji. His perspective on global…

01 Jun

Two Arrested in Alleged Murder Plot Linked to Extramarital Affair in Assam’s Goalpara

Paromita EditorAssam

A sensational case of attempted murder allegedly stemming from an extramarital relationship has come to light in Assam's Goalpara district, leading to the arrest of two individuals who have since been remanded to judicial custody. The incident occurred at West Simulbari village under Lakhipur Police Station and has sparked widespread concern and discussion among local residents. According to police investigations, a woman was allegedly involved in a long-standing extramarital relationship with Mofidul Islam, a relative of her husband, Shafiqul Islam. Investigators suspect that the pair conspired to eliminate Shafiqul, whom they allegedly viewed as an obstacle to their relationship. Police…

01 Jun

Assam Cabinet Expansion Scheduled for June 5; Himanta Biswa Sarma Says Ministerial List Finalised

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that the much-awaited expansion of the state cabinet will take place on June 5, with the swearing-in ceremony scheduled to be held in Guwahati. The announcement came a day after the Chief Minister met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. Sharing the update through social media, Sarma said that the list of ministers to be inducted into the cabinet has been finalised and approved. The cabinet expansion is expected to be a significant political development for the ruling BJP-led government ahead of the next phase of governance in the state. While…

01 Jun

Akhil Gogoi Accuses Assam Govt of Reneging on Ration Promises, Demands Free Mustard Oil for Beneficiaries

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Raijor Dal president and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi criticised the Assam government for discontinuing subsidised ration items and demanded that Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma fulfil his election promise of providing free mustard oil to ration card holders across the state.Addressing the media, Gogoi said the government should immediately restore subsidised salt, sugar and lentils that were recently withdrawn and also begin distributing the free one litre mustard oil that was promised during the election campaign. He alleged that the Chief Minister had repeatedly assured people at public meetings that beneficiaries of the ration scheme would receive free mustard oil…