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20 Sep

Chaos at Dibrugarh Police station after couple’s actions spark violent protest

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A major commotion broke out at the Dibrugarh railway police station after a couple was caught engaging in objectionable activities within the station premises. The incident led to a crowd gathering and vandalizing the station, leaving one person injured. The couple was initially detained by railway police personnel for inappropriate behavior. However, the situation escalated rapidly when the male detainee alerted others to his detention. A large crowd soon surrounded the police station, breaking furniture and shattering windows in protest. In the ensuing chaos, the officer in charge of the station was allegedly assaulted by several men from the crowd.…

19 Sep

Assam CM unlocks biometrics for 9 lakh NRC affected citizens

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Wednesday that the Centre has unlocked the biometrics of over 9 lakh individuals impacted by the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam. This move aims to facilitate the issuance of Aadhaar cards to these affected citizens. Sarma revealed that the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has commenced the process of issuing Aadhaar cards and will dispatch between 12,000 to 13,000 cards to Tinsukia on a pilot basis starting September 23. The UIDAI is working to release biometrics for 9.35 lakh NRC-BME (Blocked Metadata Entry) cases, with 5 lakh Aadhaar cards already…

16 Sep

Nalbari exam center under scrutiny for alleged improper physical checks

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam's Director General of Police (DGP) G P Singh has launched an inquiry into allegations of inappropriate physical checks on women candidates during the Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE) for Grade III positions. The incident allegedly occurred at Swahid Smriti Senior Secondary School in Nalbari district, sparking widespread public outrage. The controversy came to light after a female candidate shared her distressing experience on social media, describing the examination process as "disgraceful." According to her post, female personnel at the center conducted intrusive body searches, including checks beneath undergarments, without offering any privacy. "They put their hands inside our undergarments,…

14 Sep

Special recruitment drive for 4,669 teachers in Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam cabinet made significant decisions on Friday, amending the standard operating procedure (SOP) for the withdrawal of petty and minor cases in subordinate courts to prioritize serious offenses and alleviate jail overcrowding. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that this move will lead to the dismissal of 81,000 petty cases by March 2024. In addition to legal reforms, the cabinet approved a major investment project by Dassault Systems Private Ltd to establish a Centre of Excellence in aerospace, defense, automotive, and electric vehicle industries. Dassault will invest Rs 200 crore, complemented by Rs 40 crore from the state government.…

13 Sep

Tragic clash in Sonapur, 2 dead and several injured

Sonakshi SarkarAssam, Political

A violent clash during an eviction drive in Sonapur led to the tragic death of two individuals and left at least 15 police officers, including a magistrate and a revenue circle officer, injured on Thursday, September 12. The confrontation occurred during a government operation aimed at reclaiming 200 bighas of disputed land in Kachutoli, allegedly occupied by encroachers. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma accused Congress of provoking the unrest, stating that the eviction drive was proceeding peacefully until Congress members intervened. “The situation was under control until Congress escalated tensions. Armed with lathis and bamboo sticks, the crowd attacked our…

13 Sep

Bongaigaon Police nab two associates of notorious trading scam leader

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a crackdown on a fraudulent trading network, Bongaigaon police arrested two individuals allegedly working for the notorious scammer, Mainao Brahma. The accused, Sumit Barman of Musalpur and Jyotishman Sharma of Mangaldoi, were apprehended during a raid in Bongaigaon town. The duo had been operating as agents for Brahma, who is wanted for masterminding a large-scale financial scam involving fake investment schemes that deceived traders and investors across Assam. Acting on specific intelligence, police captured the suspects from a hidden location. Mainao Brahma’s fraudulent activities have inflicted severe financial losses, with victims emerging from several districts. Authorities have intensified their…

12 Sep

Seven arrested in Assam’s Makum for child trafficking, victim rescued from Arunachal Pradesh

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Seven individuals have been arrested in Assam’s Makum after the disappearance of a young girl. The incident came to light when the girl’s mother filed a missing person report with Makum police, sparking an immediate investigation. Authorities launched a swift search operation, which led to the rescue of the child from Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. Shockingly, the investigation revealed that the girl's own father and mother-in-law were involved in the trafficking scheme. The police have arrested seven suspects connected to the crime, including Hemmer Lomi from Arunachal Pradesh, Nasibul Ahmed from Lakhimpur, and five Makum residents—Sajan Satnami, Mukul Kol, Ajay Ravidas,…

12 Sep

Assamese actress Sumi Borah surrenders in Rs 2,200 crore scam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assamese actress Sumi Borah and her husband, Tarkik Borah, surrendered to the Assam Police on Thursday in connection with a massive Rs 2,200 crore online trading scam. The couple turned themselves in to the Special Task Force (STF) in Dibrugarh after being on the run since the scam was exposed last week. Assam Police DGP Gyanendra Pratap Singh confirmed the arrest on social media, stating, “The game is up for them. Compliments to the Team STF.”Sumi Borah had posted a video the night before, claiming she was hiding due to false accusations and negative publicity. She denied fleeing and announced…

11 Sep

Assam appoints guardian ministers to ,monitor government schemes

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya has appointed 14 guardian ministers to oversee the development and administration of various districts across the state. This initiative, announced on September 10, 2024, aims to enhance governance and improve the delivery of public services. The guardian ministers will be responsible for monitoring the implementation of government schemes and policies in their respective districts. They will act as a crucial link between the state government and district administrations, ensuring that local issues and concerns are addressed efficiently. Key appointments include Shri Ranjeet Kumar Dass for Karimganj, Dhubri, and Bongaigaon, and Smt. Ajanta Neog for Jorhat…

10 Sep

Animal Exchange Brings Exotic Species to Assam Zoo

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Aswini Kumar, the Zoo DFO, announced that the Assam State Zoo has received a blackbuck and a blue-and-gold macaw from the New Delhi Zoo in an exchange programme. The exchange programme aims to enhance conservation efforts and enrich genetic diversity between the two zoos. The animals were brought to Guwahati by road, and Aswini Kumar ensured their smooth acclimatization to the new environment. The blue-and-gold macaw is a popular large parrot.