Assam

07 Mar

Assam Assembly approves legislation empowering the governor

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Assembly on Thursday passed amendment Bills granting the state governor authority to take charge of seven autonomous councils if elections are not held within the mandated timeframe. The move aims to ensure administrative continuity in case of delays in the electoral process. The amendment Bills, introduced by Assam's Tribal Affairs Minister Ranoj Pegu, pertain to the Mising Autonomous Council, Bodo Kachari Welfare Autonomous Council, Thengal Kachari Autonomous Council, Deori Autonomous Council, Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council, Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council, and Tiwa Autonomous Council. Under the existing provisions, the term of an elected council is five years, with the…

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07 Mar

Minon Mochahari’s Social worker joins BJP and promises to help people

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Minon Mochahari, a well-known social worker from Udalguri, has officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), marking his entry into active politics. The joining ceremony took place in the presence of BJP State President and Member of Parliament from Darrang-Udalguri, Dilip Saikia. Mochahari, who has dedicated years to social work expressed his enthusiasm for taking on a new role in politics. He said that his decision to join BJP was influenced by the party’s vision, policies, and commitment to development. During the event, Mochahari and his supporters raised slogans of "Bharat Mata Ki Jai," "Vande Mataram," and "Jai Hind," displaying…

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06 Mar

Akhil Gogoi criticizes slow implementation of Assam accord

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Assembly on Wednesday witnessed an intense debate over the implementation of the Assam Accord, with Raijor Dal President and MLA Akhil Gogoi questioning the government on pending clauses. The Accord, signed in 1985, was aimed at addressing illegal migration, land rights, and cultural preservation in Assam. Assam Accord Implementation Minister Atul Bora informed the Assembly that while most clauses had been implemented, Clause 6, which promises constitutional, legislative, and administrative safeguards for Assamese people, remains under review. He stated that the state government, under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, is working on 52 shortlisted recommendations from the Justice…

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06 Mar

A massive fire started in a Marangi paddy field

Banasree SarkarAssamMarangi

In Marangi, a huge fire started in a paddy field, consuming the whole area and causing panic among the residents. Strong winds caused the fire, which is thought to have been started on purpose by criminals, to spread swiftly. Witnesses reported that the fire began in the Lurukihat-Dhuliyagaon neighborhood of Marangi Mouza and quickly spread due to the strong winds. Responding quickly to the scene, the police and disaster management officials worked to contain the fire. Although the exact cause of the fire is yet unknown, arson is thought to be the likely culprit. In an effort to find the…

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05 Mar

A flood preparedness meeting was organized in the district of Tamulpur

Banasree SarkarAssamTamulpur

Pankaj Chakravarty, the district commissioner of Tamulpur district and the Chairman of the District Disaster Management Authority, presided over a flood preparedness meeting on Tuesday in the commissioner's office conference room. In order to prevent any loss of life or property and to guarantee that the general public does not encounter any challenges during the impending rainy season, the District Commissioner asked all relevant departments to maintain their vigilance. He added that it might be harder to control the flood issue this year because the approaching time frame falls during elections. He underlined the necessity of reducing the number of…

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05 Mar

New Assam Law requires security clearance for private universities

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam government has introduced stringent new regulations for private universities, making national security clearance a mandatory requirement before their establishment. The decision, taken during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma at Lok Sewa Bhawan on Tuesday, aims to reinforce the Assam Private University Act and curb potential irregularities. A key highlight of the new policy is that owning land and infrastructure alone will no longer be sufficient to set up a private university. Institutions must now obtain security clearance from the state’s Home and Political Departments before they can begin operations. “From now on, no…

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05 Mar

Assam govt availed loan worth Rs 24,000 cr in FY 2023-24

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam government had taken a loan of over Rs 24,000 crore in the financial year 2023-24, state Finance Minister Ajanta Neog said in the assembly on Tuesday. The state government has also been repaying its loan, with more than Rs 6,900 crore being paid back in the previous financial year, she added. Replying to a question from AIUDF legislator Ashraful Hussain, Neog said the state had taken a loan of Rs 24,118 crore (provisional) in 2023-24.

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04 Mar

Varsity Week at Dibrugarh University is launched by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal

Banasree SarkarAssamSarbananda Sonowal

Sarbananda Sonowal, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, officially opened the 56th Varsity Week at Dibrugarh University. In an effort to promote sports culture among young people, particularly university students, the minister was accompanied by PT Usha, the Queen of Indian Track & Field and Padmashri awardee. Speaking at the ceremony, Sarbananda Sonowal expressed his sincere gratitude to the university community for planning a triumphant Varsity Week celebration. Sarbananda Sonowal welcomed PT Usha and said he was confident that her leadership would greatly improve the university's sports facilities and general athletic growth. Sarbananda Sonowal emphasized the value of…

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04 Mar

New deadline for Assam teacher recruitment set for April 8

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Directorate of Elementary Education (DEE), Assam, has revised the application schedule for the recruitment of regular teachers in Lower Primary (LP) and Upper Primary (UP) schools. As per the latest notification issued on Monday, March 3, the online application process will now begin on March 8 and continue until April 8, extending the earlier deadline. The change has been introduced to meet administrative requirements, ensuring a smoother recruitment process. The recruitment drive, initially announced on January 8, was followed by an update on February 14. However, apart from the revised application timeline, all other terms and conditions remain unchanged,…

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04 Mar

Sized betel lying in hoards at Assam police station

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Over 60,000 kgs of unclaimed betel nuts, which have been seized during separate operations, in Lakhipur police station in Assam’s Cachar district has emerged as a problem for the local authorities, as no one has come forward to claim the goods, a senior officer said. With owners not claiming their goods, questions are also being raised on whether the betel nuts were meant for smuggling, he said. “Lakhipur Police Station is grappling with a massive stockpile of seized betel nuts, with no rightful owner stepping forward to claim the commodity. Two separate operations have led to the confiscation of 60,420.26…

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