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06 Apr

NEITC, ABTO Ink Deal to Promote Buddhist Tourism in Northeast

Paromita EditorAssam

The North East India Tourism Confederation (NEITC) on Monday announced the signing of a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Association of Buddhist Tour Operators (ABTO) to promote Buddhist cultural tourism in the Northeast.NEITC, the apex body representing tourism organisations across the region, said the MoU was formalised during the National Tourism Convention and Familiarisation (FAM) Tour held in March at Namsai in Arunachal Pradesh.According to NEITC, the partnership aims to facilitate international travel to Buddhist sites across the Northeast by providing structured information access and improving travel coordination for foreign visitors.The collaboration is also expected to support the…

06 Apr

Governor Urges Industry to Explore Assam Investment Potential

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya chaired an industrialists meet with a delegation from Indian Industries Association at Lok Bhavan in Guwahati on Monday.During the meeting, the Governor highlighted Assam’s strategic location, improved connectivity, policy support and investor-friendly environment as a preferred investment friendly destination.The Governor informed about the pivotal role of the Central Government in accelerating the State’s infrastructure and industrial development, including emerging industries like semiconductors.Urging the industry leaders to explore Assam’s vast potential, the Governor assured that the State Government remains committed to providing a conducive and investor-friendly environment to ensure sustainable and inclusive economic growth.The Governor called…

06 Apr

Grenade Attack on BJP Candidate Biswajit Phukan’s Residence in Sarupathar

Paromita EditorAssam

In the run-up to Assam Assembly polls, unidentified miscreants hurled a grenade at the residence of BJP's Sarupathar candidate and incumbent MLA Biswajit Phukan at Changpool in Golaghat district today.However, a major disaster was averted as the grenade failed to explode. Phukan was not at the house at the time of the incident.Police reached the spot soon after and have launched an investigation into the incident.The incident has created panic and heightened tension in the constituency. Questions are being raised over how a grenade was thrown at the residence of a candidate amid tight security arrangements for the elections.Senior police…

06 Apr

Himanta Biswa Sarma Accuses Indian National Congress of Foreign Links, Fake Proof

riya EditorAssam

Escalating political tensions in Assam, Gaurav Gogoi, the State Congress president, has launched a fierce counterattack against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing him of misleading the public and vowing to uncover alleged irregularities associated with Sarma's family assets and overseas business interests. In response to Sarma's recent statements, Gogoi claimed he would expose what he termed "falsehoods" regarding the Chief Minister's family wealth, questioning their ownership of a "Gold Card" in Dubai and property there, as well as the disclosure of such assets in Sarma's election affidavit. He warned that undisclosed assets could lead to disqualification under election laws…

06 Apr

Fresh Attack by Himanta Biswa Sarma on Indian National Congress Over ‘Fake Evidence’

riya EditorAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on April 6, amplified his political critique against the Congress party, alleging foreign interference and the use of false evidence. He cautioned senior Congress leaders about potential legal repercussions, including imprisonment. According to Sarma, the recent controversy has negatively impacted the Congress, with informal trends indicating an increase in projected seats for the NDA from 94 to 99. He declared that “Congress is finished in Assam,” highlighting a growing public support for the BJP-led alliance. Sarma underscored the legal implications for Pawan Khera, stating that a police complaint has been filed, and the police…

06 Apr

New Indoor Cricket Centre Opens in Guwahati

riya EditorAssam

On Sunday, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia inaugurated a new private indoor cricket facility created by the Aakriida Centre of Excellence in Guwahati. The event was attended by several former state players, with Saikia acknowledging the contribution of the late Hirendra Kumar Dutta's family in providing the land for the facility. He highlighted the significance of this indoor center, particularly in a region with a 6–7-month rainy season, allowing cricketers to train 24/7 regardless of weather. Saikia also pointed out the importance of mental health and counseling in developing athletes, stressing that many skilled players from the Northeast fail to reach…

06 Apr

Ahead of Polls, Narendra Modi Highlights Plan to Globalize Assam

riya EditorAssam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the transformation of Assam during an election rally in Barpeta on April 6, highlighting a shift in focus from preserving the state's identity over the past decade to positioning it on a global stage and enhancing self-reliance in the coming years. He reviewed the achievements of the BJP-led government, which prioritized peace, harmony, and development, and critiqued the Indian National Congress for lacking a long-term vision, contrasting it with the BJP's roadmap for a developed Assam as part of a developed India. Modi stated, "The last decade was about restoring peace and stability in Assam.…

06 Apr

FIR Filed Against Pawan Khera by Assam CM’s Wife

riya EditorAssam

Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, spouse of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, has lodged a First Information Report (FIR) with the Crime Branch in Guwahati against Congress leader Pawan Khera, accusing him of making "baseless" claims about her. The police have commenced a case following her complaint. During a press conference in New Delhi, Khera alleged that Riniki possesses passports from three nations—UAE, Egypt, and Antigua and Barbuda—and has undisclosed businesses and assets in the UAE and the United States, which were not included in her husband's election affidavit. In response, Riniki described these allegations as "unfounded," asserting that the documents…

06 Apr

Legal action imminent as Sharma rebuts charges; Himanta Biswa Sarma terms row politically motivated

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, has strongly denied allegations made by Congress leader Pawan Khera regarding multiple foreign passports and undisclosed overseas assets, calling the claims “fabricated” and legally actionable.In a statement shared on social media platform X on April 5, Sharma dismissed the documents circulated by Khera as “poorly fabricated” and said they lacked even basic verification. She alleged that the material appeared manipulated, including the possible use of artificial intelligence tools and photo editing techniques.In a sharply worded response, Sharma criticised Khera for what she described as irresponsible conduct expected from a…

06 Apr

CM targets Pawan Khera, questions role of Rahul Gandhi amid allegations of foreign-linked misinformation

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday launched a sharp political attack on the Congress, claiming that the party has “finished” in the state and that recent allegations raised by its leaders have backfired politically.Speaking amid an ongoing war of words, Sarma said informal “satta bazar” trends now show a rise in projected seats for the BJP-led NDA alliance. According to him, the alliance’s tally moved from 94 seats in the morning to 99 by night after the controversy gained attention. He claimed this reflected a growing shift in public support in favour of the ruling alliance.The Chief Minister…