Assam - The Purbottar

18 Jun

Assam Prepares for Grand Ambubachi Mela at Kamakhya Temple

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam government has intensified preparations for the annual Ambubachi Mela at the revered Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, with authorities expecting a large turnout of devotees, saints and visitors during the four-day religious gathering beginning on June 22. Held every year at the Kamakhya Temple atop the Nilachal Hills, the Ambubachi Mela is one of the country's largest religious congregations. The festival marks the symbolic annual menstruation cycle of Goddess Maa Kamakhya and attracts pilgrims from across India as well as several foreign countries. Officials estimate that nearly 8 lakh devotees and visitors may attend this year's mela, prompting multiple…

17 Jun

2 Assam Power Utilities To Be Listed On Stock Exchange For Access To Capital Markets

Paromita EditorAssam

The Assam government is charting a roadmap to transform the state from an energy dependent to an energy-surplus state besides spearheading a transition towards clean energy.Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday chaired a detailed meeting in this regard with key stakeholders from the power sector.“We are charting an ambitious roadmap towards achieving a reliable and affordable supply of power, building healthy utility companies and spearheading a transition towards clean energy,” the Chief Minister said.“To meet these targets, we have decided to list two power utilities - Assam Electricity Grid Corporation Limited (AEGCL) and Assam Gas Company Limited (AGCL)…

17 Jun

Injured Farmer Rescued After Alleged Abduction by Bangladeshi Miscreants; Tension Along Katigorah Border

Paromita EditorAssam

An injured farmer who was allegedly abducted by Bangladeshi miscreants from the Katigorah border area in Assam’s Cachar district has finally been rescued and brought back to India, triggering fresh tension along the international border. The farmer, identified as Ranjit Das (60), a resident of Rajtilak village under the Katigorah Assembly constituency, had gone out to cut grass near his home on Tuesday morning but did not return. According to family members and local residents, Das was allegedly taken across the border by Bangladeshi miscreants. Following his disappearance, villagers launched a search operation and raised concerns over his safety. The…

17 Jun

AEGCL, AGCL Listing and Clean Energy Push to Boost Assam’s Power Future

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam has set an ambitious goal of becoming an energy-surplus state, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announcing a series of major reforms aimed at strengthening the power sector, improving electricity supply and expanding clean energy generation. The decisions were taken during a high-level review meeting chaired by the Chief Minister with senior officials and stakeholders from the power sector. The government said the reforms are part of a long-term strategy to build a reliable, efficient and financially strong electricity network capable of meeting the state's growing energy requirements. Sharing details of the roadmap, Sarma said the government is focusing…

16 Jun

Assam Education Minister Refutes Reports Of Delay In College Fee Waiver Reimbursements

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu has dismissed reports alleging delays in the release of fee waiver reimbursements to colleges, stating that the claims are false, misleading and not substantiated by facts.“Reports alleging that fee waiver reimbursement has not been released to colleges are completely false, misleading and without any factual basis,” Pegu stated on social media.The Minister further informed that the State government has already released Rs 204.94 crore towards reimbursement under the Fee Waiver Scheme for the academic year 2025–26.“Similarly, the reimbursement due for 2024–25 was also released to the concerned institutions,” he stated.“A balance amount of Rs 30.00…

16 Jun

Railway staff help woman deliver baby aboard Avadh Assam Express train

Paromita EditorAssam

Railway staff extended timely help to a pregnant woman to safely deliver a baby aboard a train."Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has once again demonstrated its commitment towards passenger care by ensuring timely medical assistance to a pregnant passenger, who went into labour while travelling on board in Train No. 15910 (Lalgarh-Dibrugarh) Avadh Assam Express on June, 14," informed an official press release."The passenger suddenly experienced labour pain as the train approached Rangiya. On receiving the information, railway staff immediately got into action and initiated coordinated efforts to provide emergency medical support without delay," the release said.The alertness and prompt response…

16 Jun

Assam Animated Short ‘Chyimi’ Wins in Athens; Hat-Trick of Global Honours for Dr Mahanta

Preeti SinghAssam, Entertainment

The animated short film ‘Chyimi’, written and directed by Dr. Parthasarathi Mahanta — a leading cultural activist, litterateur, filmmaker, actor of the state and Commissioner of Police, Guwahati — has brought glory to the state by winning the ‘Honourable Mention’ in the Best Short Film category at the ‘Athens Marathon Film Awards’, earning special acclaim. This honour has further strengthened ‘Chyimi’s’ glorious journey in the world of animated short films. The film has already received significant appreciation at the international level. Earlier, ‘Chyimi’ won the Best Short Film award at the Jaipur International Film Festival and was also honoured as…

16 Jun

Student Groups Seek Judicial Inquiry into Fake Document Racket in Margherita

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Allegations of a large-scale document forgery racket linked to recruitment in Central Government security forces have surfaced in Assam's Margherita Co-District, leading several student organisations and local groups to demand a judicial inquiry into the matter. The allegations have sparked concern among residents and civil society organisations, with claims that individuals from outside Assam may have used forged residential and identity documents issued from the state to secure employment in various Central security agencies. According to local organisations, youths from states including Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and West Bengal have allegedly been attempting to obtain jobs in Central security forces…

16 Jun

Toxic Parthenium Spread Along NH-127 Sparks Fresh Concern in Nagaon

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The widespread growth of toxic Parthenium weed along National Highway-127 in Assam's Nagaon district has once again become a major concern for residents, with locals warning of potential health and environmental risks as the invasive plant continues to spread across large stretches of the highway.The weed has reportedly covered significant portions of the roadside from Uriagaon to Amoni, growing densely on both sides of the highway and affecting several nearby communities. Residents living along the route, as well as daily commuters, have expressed concern over the unchecked expansion of the plant, which is known for its harmful effects on human…

15 Jun

Songs, Poems Mark Kalaguru Bishnu Rabha Tribute at Anwesha Gosthi’s Monthly Meet in Azara

Preeti SinghAssam

The 108th meeting of Anwesha Gosthi, a leading literary and cultural organization from the western part of Guwahati city, was held today at the group’s office in Dharapur. It is noteworthy that Anwesha Gosthi, which has played a significant role in the upliftment of Assam’s literary and cultural sphere, has been at the forefront of various literary and cultural activities, including the publication of a magazine, since 2016. The meeting, chaired by the group’s permanent president Dr. Dilip Kumar Kalita, began with an explanation of the purpose by Secretary Parikshit Haloi. Assistant Secretary Atul Kalita delivered the welcome address and…