Assam - The Purbottar

13 Jan

As Uruka celebrations get underway ahead of Magh Bihu, fish markets around Assam are overflowing

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

As Assam prepares to celebrate Uruka, the traditional eve of Magh Bihu, fish markets across the state witnessed an extraordinary rush from late Monday night, reflecting the deep cultural importance of the festival. From Guwahati to remote district towns, people turned out in large numbers to buy fish for the customary Uruka feast, a night that marks togetherness, abundance and shared meals before the harvest festival. In Guwahati, fish markets remained crowded well past midnight. The Uzan Bazar fish market became one of the main centres of activity, with buyers lining up to purchase fish brought in from different parts…

13 Jan

Renowned Assamese Singer Samar Hazarika Passes Away

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Eminent Assamese singer Samar Hazarika, younger brother of cultural icon Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, passed away on Tuesday morning at his residence in Nizarapar, Guwahati. He had been suffering from pneumonia for a prolonged period. Samar Hazarika began his musical career in 1960 and went on to sing several memorable songs for Assamese films. Over the years, he also released multiple music albums, earning him wide appreciation among music lovers. His demise has created a deep void in Assam’s cultural and musical landscape, with fans, artists, and members of the cultural fraternity mourning the loss of a cherished voice. His last…

12 Jan

AIIMS Guwahati Observes 6th Institute Day with Grand Celebrations

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Guwahati today celebrated its 6th Institute Day on its campus with great enthusiasm. The event witnessed the participation of students, faculty members, officers, staff and nursing officers of AIIMS Guwahati along with eminent dignitaries from various organizations.Addressing the gathering Prof. Ashok Puranik, Executive Director, AIIMS Guwahati reflected on the Institute’s journey from its initial functioning at the temporary campus in Gauhati Medical College to the present permanent campus at Changsari. He highlighted the significant milestones achieved by the Institute over the past five years in the core areas of quality medical education,…

12 Jan

PURABI DAIRY CELEBRATES FOOTPRINT EXPANSION WITH PRE-MAGH BIHU EVENT

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Northeast India’s largest dairy cooperative, Purabi Dairy, celebrated pre-Magh Bihu at its dairy processing plant in Guwahati on Monday, marking a year of strong growth, wider farmer participation and expanding presence across Assam’s dairy landscape.Addressing mediapersons during the event, officials of the West Assam Milk Producers’ Cooperative Union Ltd (WAMUL) highlighted that Purabi Dairy has grown from strength to strength over the past year, registering significant increase in milk production and procurement, along with steady expansion of its cooperative network.The number of Dairy Cooperative Societies (DCS) under Purabi has increased during the year, while the cooperative dairy system has also…

12 Jan

Pre-Magh Bihu Event Highlights Purabi Dairy’s Growing Presence Across Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Purabi Dairy, the biggest dairy cooperative in Northeast India, celebrated pre-Magh Bihu on Monday at its Guwahati dairy processing factory, commemorating a year of robust expansion, increased farmer involvement, and growing presence throughout Assam's dairy landscape.Speaking to reporters at the event, representatives of the West Assam Milk Producers’ Cooperative Union Ltd (WAMUL) emphasized that Purabi Dairy has been steadily expanding its cooperative network and experiencing a notable increase in milk production and procurement over the past year.The number of Dairy Cooperative Societies (DCS) under Purabi has grown over the course of the year, and Upper Assam's cooperative dairy system has…

12 Jan

‘Intent Matters’: Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi Reacts Sharply to Controversial Statement by New Congress Entrant Rezaul Sarkar

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi on Sunday reacted strongly to a controversial remark allegedly made by Rezaul Karim Sarkar, warning that any deliberate attempt to provoke social or political tension would be firmly opposed. Gogoi’s reaction came after Sarkar, who formally joined the Indian National Congress earlier in the day, was quoted as saying that he would “turn Sivasagar into Dhubri and Dhubri into Sivasagar.” The remark triggered sharp political reactions, particularly in Upper Assam, where Sivasagar holds strong cultural and historical importance. Speaking to the media, Akhil Gogoi said that the nature of the statement needed to be clearly understood.…

12 Jan

Land and Forest Rights at Core as Congress ST Study Group Submits Report Ahead of Assam Elections 2026

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has said that tribal communities across Assam are facing serious livelihood insecurity and growing economic hardship due to long-standing issues related to land and forest rights. The party said these concerns will be given priority in its manifesto for the Assam Assembly Elections 2026, expected to be held in March–April next year. The observations were made in a detailed report prepared by the Congress Core Scheduled Tribe (ST) Study Group and submitted to APCC president Gaurav Gogoi, according to a party press release issued on Sunday. The Study Group was headed by APCC general…

12 Jan

Homes filled with festive preparations ahead of Magh Bihu

Banasree SarkarAssam, North East

Assamese homes are once again enveloped in the coziness of holiday preparations as Magh Bihu draws near. Families are busy preparing traditional dishes like laru and pitha in the kitchens starting early in the morning. These traditional recipes, which are made with rice flour, coconut, jaggery, and sesame, showcase Assam's rich cultural legacy and close ties to the harvest season. While exchanging experiences of previous Bihu festivities, elders mentor younger family members and impart traditional techniques. Homes are filled with the aroma of freshly made Bihu sweets, which evokes happiness and memories. In addition to food, Magh Bihu, also called…

12 Jan

Magh Bihu Preparations: Assam Orders Price Fixing of Meat, Dairy Items

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam government has instructed all District Commissioners to set and enforce prices for meat, eggs, milk, and dairy goods in their respective districts before to the Uruka feast and Magh Bihu celebrations. The goal of the order is to shield customers from being taken advantage of during the holiday season and to stop fraudulent price increases. The Assam Veterinary and Animal Husbandry department issued an order stating that "all DCs are directed to take urgent action fix the prices of meat, egg, milk, and dairy products in their respective districts in the event of the upcoming Magh Bihu in…

10 Jan

BJP Launches A Campaign To Gather Public Ideas For Its Assam Election Agenda

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Today, the ruling BJP formally started soliciting thoughts and input from the public in order to create the party's "Sakalp Patra" (Vision Document/manifesto) for the impending Assam Assembly elections. Dilip Saikia, the head of the state BJP, stated that the manifesto committee would carefully consider every recommendation made by the public before adding it to the platform. According to him, the party is working to make sure that the Sakalp Patra represents the goals and expectations of the state's citizens. According to Saikia, there are four ways for the public to submit recommendations for the Assembly elections in 2026. "Any…