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30 Jan

Dibrugarh Court Likely to Rule on Bail Petitions in Zubeen Garg Death Case

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Kamrup Metropolitan District and Sessions Court is scheduled to hear and decide the bail petitions of three accused in the Zubeen Garg death case on Friday, January 30. The order on the bail pleas is expected later in the day, according to court officials.The court is considering the bail applications of singer Amritprabha Mahanta and two personal security officers of the late singer—Paresh Baishya and Nandeshwar Bora. All three are accused in connection with the case and are currently in judicial custody.Earlier, during a hearing held on January 22, two other accused—Shyamkanu Mahanta, director of the North East India…

30 Jan

Amit Shah in Dibrugarh: Foundation Stone for New Assembly Complex, Sports Projects and Wildlife Institute on Agenda

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Dibrugarh late on the night of January 29, beginning a two-day visit to Assam focused on infrastructure development, sports facilities, wildlife conservation and cultural programmes in Upper Assam. Shah was received at the Dibrugarh airport by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and other senior leaders. Soon after his arrival, preparations continued through the night for the programmes scheduled for January 30. The chief minister personally inspected the multi-disciplinary sports complex that the Union Home Minister is set to inaugurate during the day. One of the key events of the visit is the…

30 Jan

INSERM–Paris Director Highlights Role of E-Biodiversity in Shaping Bioeconomy

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The biodiversity of Northeast India presents significant opportunities for enhancing its bioeconomy through the development of biomanufacturing industries. Dr. Srinivas V. Kaveri, Director of Research at INSERM, emphasized this potential during the International Conference on "Transforming Northeast India from Biodiversity Hotspot to Biomanufacturing Hotspot," held at Assam Royal Global University. Sponsored by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation and the Defence Research and Development Organisation, the conference featured discussions on the BioE3 Policy aimed at progressing India's biomanufacturing sector through sustainable practices and innovation. In his keynote address, Dr. Srinivas highlighted the importance of Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy and the need…

29 Jan

Assam Petro-Chemicals (APL) Signs MoU with Deendayal Port (DPA) to set up 150 TPD e-Methanol Plant at Kandla Port

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd (APL) signed an MoU with Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) to establish a 150 Tonnes Per Day (TPD) e-Methanol plant at Kandla Port in Gujarat, marking a significant step toward India’s clean energy and green shipping transition. The MoU was signed in the presence of Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal among others at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat here today. More than ₹1,200 crores will be invested as capital for the project. Around 3,500 direct and indirect employment opportunities will arise as a result of this project. The…

29 Jan

Himanta Biswa Sarma Targets Gaurav Gogoi; Assam BJP Accuses Congress of ‘Pro-Pakistan’ Leanings

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday launched a sharp political attack on Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, alleging that he is a “Pakistani agent” and claiming that his wife is also Pakistani. Throwing an open challenge, Sarma said Gogoi should take legal action against him if he has the courage. The Chief Minister made the remarks while speaking to reporters after distributing financial assistance to 37,000 women under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Yojana in the Teok Assembly segment. The event was held at the playground of Jorhat Institute of Science and Technology, where beneficiaries received cheques of ₹10,000 each…

29 Jan

Sarma Says Remarks on ‘Miyan’ Based on Supreme Court Observations, Not Politics

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday defended his recent remarks on the term “Miyan,” saying his position is based on observations made by the Supreme Court of India and not driven by political rhetoric or communal bias. In a post on X, Sarma said critics of his comments should refer to what the apex court has stated in the past regarding Assam and the issue of illegal migration. He clarified that the term is used in Assam in the context of Bangladeshi Muslim illegal migration and asserted that his remarks were in line with concerns previously expressed by…

29 Jan

Wildlife Crime Busted: Three Arrested with Leopard Skin and Bones in Goalpara

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB), in coordination with the Goalpara forest division, recovered a leopard skin and bones from three persons at Paikan village under the Krishnai forest division of Goalpara district on Wednesday. The accused have been identified as Manirul Islam, a resident of Krishnai, Janik Ali of Goalpara, and Rakseng Sangma from Tukura village. The seized wildlife parts are believed to have been sourced through illegal poaching activities. Following their detention, the three men were taken into custody and booked under relevant provisions for poaching and trafficking of animal parts. Forest and WCCB officials said the recovery was made as…

28 Jan

Firing Incident At Sribhumi, Two Seriously Injured

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A late-night firing incident created panic in South Hafani village under Assam’s South Karimganj constituency after miscreants allegedly opened fire during a dispute related to a mobile phone theft. Two people were seriously injured in the incident, police said. According to initial reports, several rounds of gunfire were heard, disturbing the otherwise calm area and triggering an immediate police response. Investigators recovered multiple empty cartridges from the spot, indicating the intensity of the firing. One of the injured has been identified as Anowar Hussain, while the identity of the second victim is yet to be confirmed. Both were rushed to…

28 Jan

Medanta Unveils Next-Generation Advances in Cardiac Care

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are increasingly becoming a major public health issue in Assam, particularly for adults over 40. Studies indicate a rising risk of heart disease in urban areas, including hilly regions, even among individuals under 40. Medanta – The Medicity, India’s leading private hospital, is addressing this growing concern by expanding access to advanced cardiac care in Northeast India, specifically in Guwahati. Dr. Praveen Chandra, Chairman of Interventional Cardiology at Medanta, underscored the critical need for early diagnosis and management of complex heart conditions. Key risk factors for coronary artery disease (CAD) include high cholesterol, smoking, diabetes, and unhealthy…

28 Jan

Girish Kasaravalli Highlights Role of Film Festivals at GAFF

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Legendary Indian filmmaker Girish Kasaravalli participated in an interactive session titled “The World of Girish Kasaravalli – An Interaction with the Master Filmmaker” at the second Guwahati Asian Film Festival (GAFF), moderated by Reema Borah. The discussion emphasized cinema's role as a philosophical, cultural, and social medium beyond mere aesthetics and commercial aspects. Kasaravalli highlighted the significance of film festivals in facilitating genuine interactions between filmmakers and audiences, arguing that discourse transcends plot in cinema. He shared insights from his celebrated works, including Ghatashraddha and Thaayi Saheba, asserting that film serves as a medium of quiet resistance and introspection. He…