Assam - The Purbottar

12 Feb

Defamation Case Filed by Assam CM: Congress Leaders Summoned to Court on March 9

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Senior Congress leaders Gaurav Gogoi, Bhupesh Baghel, and Jitendra Singh have been summoned to appear before the court on March 9 due to a Rs 500 crore defamation lawsuit initiated by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The Chief Minister's legal action follows public assertions made by the three leaders alleging his illegal ownership of 12,000 bighas of land, which he contends is unfounded. During a media conference, Sarma emphasized that his defamation suit arises from what he characterizes as “false, malicious and defamatory” claims made by the Congress leaders. The controversial allegations first appeared in a newspaper article on…

12 Feb

Centre–State Talks Strengthen Push for Pulses as Assam Prepares to Implement Rs 11,440-Crore Mission

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam’s agriculture sector is expected to receive a major boost with the implementation of the Rashtriya Dalhan Aatmanirbharta Mission, a central government initiative aimed at increasing the production of pulses across the country. State Agriculture Minister Atul Bora said the programme will help farmers improve their income, strengthen local production, and create better market opportunities for pulse growers in the state. Speaking after discussions with Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan during his recent visit to Guwahati, Bora expressed confidence that the mission would bring practical benefits to farmers. He said detailed talks were held on how the scheme would…

12 Feb

Assam BJP Faces Internal Turmoil After Viral AI Clip of CM; Supreme Court Petition Adds to Controversy

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A political controversy has erupted in Assam after a short artificial-intelligence (AI) generated video showing Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma firing a gun at a person described as an illegal immigrant went viral on social media earlier this month. The video, which appeared on February 7 and quickly spread across several platforms, triggered strong reactions from opposition parties, civil society groups and members of the public. It was later removed, but the political debate around it continues to grow. The Assam unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) expelled its Social Media Co-Convenor Ron Bikash Gaurav after the controversial video…

12 Feb

Assam Security Forces Push Back 16 Bangladeshi Infiltrators

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that 16 illegal immigrants from Bangladesh have been expelled from the state. He emphasized the government's commitment to taking prompt measures against infiltrators, asserting that Assam is proactive in safeguarding its territory. Sarma highlighted this stance in a post on X, encouraging swift action to protect the state and dismissing critics as merely making noise.

11 Feb

FIR Filed Against BJP Leader for Assaulting Women Congress Workers During ‘Xomoy Poribortonor’ Yatra

Paromita EditorAssam

Three women leaders of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) today lodged an FIR at Tezpur Sadar Police Station against a BJP leader and workers for allegedly carrying out a brutal attack on women Congress leaders and workers on February 7 at Bordubia in Bihuguri under Sonitpur district. It may be mentioned that when the ‘Xomoy Poribortonor’ Yatra entered Sonitpur district, BJP workers armed with sticks allegedly attempted to vandalise the vehicle in which APCC President Gaurav Gogoi was travelling. When Congress workers tried to resist the attack, BJP workers reportedly assaulted the women Congress workers and even attempted to…

11 Feb

Bridge Collapse at Anipur Market in Sribhumi Leaves Two Seriously Injured, Raises Safety Concerns

Paromita EditorAssam

Several vehicles were caught in the sudden collapse of a bridge at Anipur market under the Ramkrishnanagar constituency in Sribhumi district on Wednesday, leaving two persons seriously injured and triggering panic in the area. Officials said one of the injured was rushed to Sribhumi Civil Hospital, while the other was admitted to Chargola Model Primary Health Centre (MPHC) for treatment. Eyewitnesses reported that chaos broke out within moments of the collapse, leaving drivers and passengers stranded. Two heavy dumpers, two hatchback cars, a motorcycle and an auto-truck were among the vehicles reportedly damaged in the incident. On receiving information, Circle…

11 Feb

Supreme Court allows Assam to form committee to identify encroachment in Golaghat forest, stresses fair eviction process

Paromita EditorAssam

The Supreme Court has allowed the state government to form a special committee to identify people who may be living illegally in the Doyang Reserved Forest and nearby villages in Golaghat district. At the same time, the court clearly said that no one should be removed from the land without following proper legal procedures and giving people a fair chance to explain their case. The Supreme Court observed that forests are among the country’s most valuable natural resources and protecting them is very important for environmental balance. The court said that illegal occupation of forest land has become a serious…

11 Feb

CRPF Raising Day Parade to Be Held in Guwahati for First Time

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The 87th CRPF Raising Day Parade will take place in Guwahati on February 21, marking the first occasion that this significant event is hosted in the North East region of India. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed the attendance of Union Home Minister Amit Shah at this notable celebration of 87 years of the Central Reserve Police Force's service and dedication. A CRPF official emphasized the importance of this event, which will feature a display of courage and cultural heritage. The parade will showcase various high-energy drills performed by specialized units such as Women, CoBRA, and RAF, along with…

11 Feb

After 25 Years, Assam Tea Exports Jump by 40 million Kg, Says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

On February 11, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a significant accomplishment for the state's tea industry, reporting a 40-million-kilogram increase in tea exports after 25 years. He highlighted that overall tea production in Assam has risen by 50 million kilograms, with orthodox tea now accounting for nearly half of the production, a variety that has garnered strong international demand. In the financial year 2025–26, Assam's tea exports have grown considerably, a trend not mirrored in South India, where production has decreased by 10 million kilograms. Further, total tea sales from Assam increased by 19 million kilograms, with orthodox…

11 Feb

Assam CM Says Ink Attack Plot Against Gaurav Gogoi Thwarted, FIR Registered

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has accused elements within the Congress party of plotting to stage violent incidents involving their own leaders to garner public sympathy for the upcoming Assembly elections. He announced that police had already taken preventive measures, including an arrest, in response to the alleged conspiracy. During a press conference in Guwahati, Sarma detailed that a whistle-blower from Congress had informed the police about a plan to throw ink on Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, purportedly to create a political narrative that would favor the opposition party. Based on this information, the police registered a preventive FIR…