Assam - The Purbottar

13 Mar

6TH Adingiri Rashtriya Natya Utsav Flagged Off At Adingiri Hills

Paromita EditorAssam

The 6th Adingiri Rashtriya Natya Utsav 2026 was officially flagged off on Friday at the scenic Adingiri Hills, transforming the picturesque landscape into a vibrant hub of theatre and cultural expression.The festival was formally inaugurated by Festival Committee president Durga Khatiwoda and noted social worker Binoy Kalita, marking the opening of this year’s edition.Organised by Abhigyanm, the three-day festival will continue till March 15, 2026 at Abhigyanm Natya Kshetra in Sankardev Nagar, Maligaon.Set against the natural beauty of the hills, the festival celebrates the growing concept of theatre tourism, offering audiences a unique experience where powerful stage performances blend seamlessly…

13 Mar

PM inaugurates and lays foundation stones via video conferencing for projects worth Rs 4,570 cr in Kokrajhar

Paromita EditorAssam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today laid foundation stones for various development works in Kokrajhar via video conferencing.The Prime Minister stated that due to inclement weather, he was unable to visit Kokrajhar in person and expressed his sincere apologies to the gathered citizens. PM Modi remarked that he was communicating from Guwahati.Modi noted that he bows to the great personalities of the land like Bodofa Upendranath Brahma and Roopnath Brahma. The Prime Minister observed that the massive turnout of people is a debt upon him which he intends to repay through dedicated service and regional development. PM Modi affirmed that "it…

13 Mar

Assam Directs DCs, SPs to Curb LPG Cylinder Hoarding and Black Marketing

riya EditorAssam

Amid concerns over a potential LPG shortage, the Assam government has directed all District Commissioners (DCs) and Superintendents of Police (SPs) to stay alert and prevent the diversion of domestic LPG cylinders for commercial use, and to combat hoarding, black marketing, and other unfair trade practices. This directive came during a video conference led by Chief Secretary Dr. Ravi Kota, aimed at reviewing the state's LPG supply and ensuring precautionary measures to avert disruptions and public inconvenience. The State Level coordinator for LPG in Assam reported that there is currently no shortage of LPG; however, in light of ongoing geopolitical…

13 Mar

Drukair Announces Increase on Regional Connectivity with Reintroduction of Bangkok and Singapore Services via Guwahati starting this April 2026

riya EditorAssam

Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines, has announced that starting April 2026, it will reintroduce twice-weekly flights from Paro to Bangkok via Guwahati and will also commence a third weekly frequency on its Singapore route via Guwahati. The reinstated Bangkok flights aim to restore a significant regional link that enhances tourism, medical travel, education, and business exchanges between Bhutan, Northeast India, and Thailand. Bangkok’s status as a major regional gateway is expected to boost tourism in the region and facilitate outbound travel for Bhutanese passengers. The new and expanded flight services will operate between Paro-Guwahati-Singapore and Paro-Guwahati-Bangkok, providing better air connectivity for…

13 Mar

Guwahati to host clashes against Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in upcoming IPL season

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Cricket fans in Assam will once again get a chance to watch Indian Premier League action as the city prepares to host three matches of the upcoming season. The matches will be played at the ACA Cricket Stadium, with the Rajasthan Royals using Guwahati as their second home venue. The Rajasthan Royals squad is scheduled to arrive in Assam on March 26 ahead of the matches. The games are expected to draw large crowds from Guwahati as well as other parts of Assam and the Northeast, as IPL matches in the city have attracted strong fan support in recent seasons.…

13 Mar

Massive rail, road and energy projects announced as Narendra Modi begins Assam tour

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate, lay foundation stones and launch several development projects worth nearly ₹48,000 crore during his two-day visit to Assam beginning today. The projects will be rolled out across Kokrajhar, Guwahati and Silchar and are expected to strengthen infrastructure, connectivity, energy supply and industrial growth in the state and the wider Northeast region.The Prime Minister will begin his visit in Kokrajhar on March 13, where he will perform bhoomi poojan, lay foundation stones and flag off projects valued at more than ₹4,570 crore. One of the key projects is a Wagon Repairing Factory at Bashbari in…

13 Mar

Assam Man Held for Cheating Arunachal Woman in Online Fraud

riya EditorAssam

Arunachal Pradesh Police apprehended Soribuddin Ahmed from Kutubpur in Bihpuria, Assam's Lakhimpur district, on allegations of online fraud involving the deception of a woman. Posing as a trader named "MD Ashiqul Alom," Ahmed offered iron rods at unusually low prices, enticing the victim to transfer Rs 90,000 as an advance payment. However, he failed to fulfill the order, prompting the woman's complaint. The arrest was executed by Inspector Gejum Basar and his team from Papu Hills police station. Naharlagun SP Nyelam Nega issued a public advisory urging individuals to exercise caution during online transactions, to refrain from making advance payments…

13 Mar

Centre Says New Projects Will Boost Connectivity and Growth in Assam

riya EditorAssam

Indian Railways is set to take several major steps toward strengthening connectivity, efficiency, efficiency, and economic growth in Assam and the broader Northeast region as region as multiple railway projects are inaugurated, dedicated to the nation nation, and launched during the Prime Minister’s visit to the state on March 13–14. These initiatives form part of a larger push to modernizenation, railway infrastructure in the region, improve passenger mobility, support trade modernizetrade,and ensure that the Northeast is more seamlessly integrated with the national railway network, an official statement said. A key development is the foundation stone laying for the Furkating–Tinsukia rail line…

13 Mar

Instant Tea Demand Likely to Rise Amid LPG Supply Issues, Says Guwahati Tea Auction Buyers’ Association

riya EditorAssam

A potential shortage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in India may lead to increased demand for instant tea products, as observed by Dinesh Bihani from the Guwahati Tea Auction Buyers Association. Traditionally, tea preparation involves boiling water and milk on LPG stoves, but supply disruptions could prompt consumers to turn to instant tea, which only requires hot water. This adaptability makes instant tea appealing for urban households, offices, and locations with limited LPG access. The trend may accelerate growth in the value-added tea segment, which encompasses instant tea powders, premixes, and ready-to-drink options. These products, which utilize processed tea extracts,…

13 Mar

Guwahati to Host Three IPL 2026 Matches as Rajasthan Royals Begin Camp on March 17

riya EditorAssam

Three matches of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 will be hosted in Guwahati, as announced by the Assam Cricket Association (ACA). The Rajasthan Royals will play their initial three home games at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, starting with a match against the Chennai Super Kings on March 30. Following this, they will face the Mumbai Indians on April 7 and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru on April 10. The ACA expressed gratitude to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the opportunity to host IPL matches. Meanwhile, the Rajasthan Royals are set to commence their pre-season training…