Assam - The Purbottar

22 Jan

Amit Shah to lay foundation stone of second Assembly complex on January 30

Banasree SarkarAssam

On January 30, Union Home Minister Amit Shah will travel to Dibrugarh to lay the foundation stone for Assam's second Legislative Assembly Complex, a significant step toward the State Government's goal of making Dibrugarh the state's second capital. The high-profile event, which will also include a public rally that is anticipated to attract one lakh people, was reviewed by State Water Resources Minister Pijush Hazarika on Wednesday. On January 30, Assam's second Assembly Complex at Khanikar, Dibrugarh, will have its foundation stone laid by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. While examining the plans for the visit, Hazarika declared, "He will…

22 Jan

Assam Government Confirms Repayment Schedule for 6.21% SDL 2026

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam government has announced that it will repay the 6.21 per cent Assam State Development Loan (SDL) 2026 on February 17, 2026, along with interest calculated up to February 16, 2026. The announcement was made through an official press communique issued by the Finance (Budget) Department on January 20. According to the notification, the repayment will be made at face value to all eligible holders of the loan. The government has clearly stated that no further interest will be paid after the repayment date. The loan was originally raised in February 2021 as part of the state’s borrowing programme…

22 Jan

Royal Bengal Tiger Recorded for First Time in Dibru-Saikhowa National Park

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a landmark moment for wildlife conservation in Assam, a Royal Bengal Tiger has been recorded for the first time in Dibru-Saikhowa National Park, raising fresh hopes for the revival of the big cat in one of the state’s most ecologically sensitive landscapes. The historic sighting was made at Salibari in the Kundaghat area of the park, which falls under the Tinsukia Wildlife Division. Confirming the development, Assam Forest Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary said in a post on X that Dibru–Saikhowa National Park and Biosphere Reserve has created history with its first-ever recorded sighting of a Royal Bengal Tiger. Forest…

21 Jan

Joint Counter-Drone Capsule Conducted By Indian Army as Part of Republic Day Security Preparations

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

As part of enhanced security preparations in the run-up to Republic Day 2026 and in furtherance of Military–Civil Fusion, a Counter-Drone Capsule was conducted at Tinsukia. The capsule focused on strengthening joint preparation and coordinated planning against emerging drone-based threats.The training was conducted by the Red Shield Gunners under the aegis of Spear Corps, with active participation from personnel of Assam Police, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL).The capsule aimed at enhancing awareness, response mechanisms and coordination among participating agencies to address the evolving challenges posed by the misuse of…

21 Jan

Situation Calm in Kokrajhar, Army Deployed in Sensitive Areas

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

No fresh incidents of violence were reported in Assam’s Kokrajhar district overnight or on Wednesday morning following recent communal unrest that claimed two lives — one Bodo and one Adivasi (Santhal). Officials said the situation remains under control. Prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) have been in effect across Kokrajhar district since Tuesday. As a precautionary measure, the state government has also temporarily suspended mobile internet services in Kokrajhar and neighbouring Chirang district. To maintain law and order, four Army columns have been deployed in sensitive areas, along with personnel from the Rapid Action…

21 Jan

Under new scheme, Assam announces monthly stipends for research scholars

Banasree SarkarAssam

On February 11, Assam will begin a financial support program for research scientists, providing significant monthly aid to scholars pursuing higher education. Research scholars in the state will receive Rs 25,000 per month under the Atal Vichal Agragami Assam project. In order to provide comprehensive access to academic opportunities, scholars with disabilities would receive increased support of Rs 40,000 per month. The program was announced on social media by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who described it as an effort to improve the state's research ecosystem. The program's objectives are to promote innovation and intellectual growth among Assamese academics. The…

21 Jan

Relief Camps Opened for Displaced Residents Amid Tightened Security in Kokrajhar

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The situation in Assam’s Kokrajhar district is largely under control, with authorities saying that peace is steadily returning after recent incidents of violence. Security has been tightened across sensitive areas, and senior officials are closely monitoring the ground situation to prevent any further unrest. According to officials, security forces including the Army, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and Assam Police have been carrying out regular flag marches in vulnerable locations since Tuesday. These marches continued on Wednesday as a confidence-building measure aimed at reassuring residents and maintaining law and order. In view of the tense situation, the district administration imposed…

21 Jan

‘Past Wounds Still Fresh’: Former BTC Chief Pramod Boro Urges Restraint Amid Kokrajhar Unrest

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Former Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), Pramod Boro, has expressed deep shock and concern over the recent incidents of violence in Assam’s Kokrajhar district and appealed to all communities to maintain peace and restraint. Speaking on Tuesday, Boro said the killing of a young man in the recent violence had deeply saddened him. He said the incident has caused pain to many families and has once again created fear in a region that has already suffered heavily due to past conflicts. He offered his condolences to the bereaved family and said he prayed for peace…

21 Jan

Congress Alleges Corruption, Lawlessness in Assam; Baghel Calls for United Opposition to Oust BJP

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Senior Congress leader and former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on January 20 launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led government in Assam, claiming that the state’s “double-engine government” would come to an end in the upcoming Assembly elections. Addressing a press conference in Guwahati, Baghel accused the government led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of corruption and misuse of power. Baghel said the Congress, along with other like-minded opposition parties, was preparing to contest the Assam Assembly elections in a united manner. He claimed that the fall of the BJP government in the state would also bring an…

21 Jan

At WEF, Assam CM Says Industry-Driven Education Key to Bridging Global Talent Gaps

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma participated in a session on 'Securing a Future-Ready Workforce for the Next Industrial Era' at the World Economic Forum in Davos, emphasizing Assam's initiatives to tackle global talent shortages through the Assam Skills University and Skill Development Mission, which features industry-led curricula and modular certifications. He expressed the importance of achieving growth that is "fast but fair, advanced but accessible," leveraging Assam's youthful median age of 22.7 years to enhance India's growth trajectory with appropriate skill development. Sarma highlighted Assam's strategy of integrating workforce preparation into projects like Tata's semiconductor plant to ensure technology…