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13 Feb

Public unites against Karimganj renaming, citizens demand respect for heritage

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a citizen convention held on February 12 at Bipin Chandra Pal Bhavan in Sribhumi town, residents voiced strong opposition to the proposed renaming of Karimganj district. The gathering saw community leaders and concerned citizens unite to demand clarity from the government on its decision. Advocate Arunangsha Bhattacharya, a key speaker at the event, criticized the renaming move, emphasizing Karimganj’s deep historical ties to India’s freedom movement. He highlighted the district’s role in the 1961 Language Movement, where martyrs laid down their lives for linguistic rights. Bhattacharya argued that this legacy has made Karimganj a lasting symbol of cultural and…

12 Feb

Assam Police in Mumbai to investigate ‘India’s Got Latent’ controversy

editorAssam

Senior officials of Assam Police confirmed that a team has left for Mumbai regarding the investigation against 'India's Got Latent' judges following a controversial remark by Ranveer Allahbadia and others in the show. The FIR was filed by the Guwahati Crime Branch on Monday. Taking to social media, the Assam chief minister stated, "Today @GuwahatiPol has registered an FIR against against certain Youtubers and social Influencers, namely 1. Shri Ashish Chanchlani 2. Shri Jaspreet Singh 3. Shri Apoorva Makhija 4. Shri Ranveer Allahbadia 5. Shri Samay Raina and others for promoting obscenity and engaging in sexually explicit and vulgar discussion…

12 Feb

Assam CM draws attention to loopholes in foreign marriage regulations for politicians

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has stirred a political debate by raising questions about the disparity in rules for foreign marriages involving Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officers and lawmakers. In a social media post on X, Sarma highlighted that IFS officers must obtain prior government permission before marrying foreign nationals, who are required to acquire Indian citizenship within six months of marriage. However, he pointed out that no such stringent rule applies to lawmakers. Foreign spouses of lawmakers can retain their original nationality for up to 12 years, Sarma claimed, calling this period "far too long." "During my interactions…

12 Feb

Jhumoir Dance Camp in Silchar is attended by Assam Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah

Banasree SarkarAssamSilchar

The Zonal Jhumoir Dance Training Camp was visited by Jayanta Mallabaruah, the Guardian Minister of Cachar and the Minister for PHE, Housing & Urban Affairs, turning the Town Club Playground in Silchar into a bustling cultural hub. Mayor of Silchar Dipayan Chakraborty, Cachar District Commissioner Mridul Yadav, Superintendent of Police Numal Mahatto, and Koushik Rai, Minister for Food Public Distribution, Mines & Minerals, and Barak Valley Development, were also in attendance. Dancers from the districts of Cachar, Hailakandi, and Sribhumi gathered for the training camp to hone their abilities in preparation for the "Jhumoir Binandini" program, which will take place…

11 Feb

Assam: Manas National Park officials imparted training on latest amendments in laws

editorAssam

In order to strengthen wildlife protection measures, investigating officers of Manas National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam were imparted advanced training on inquiry and examination of different cases, a senior official said on Tuesday. According to Manas National Park and Tiger Reserve Field Director C Ramesh, 27 investigating officers from six forest divisions of the park participated in an intensive five-day refresher training in Bansbari range recently. The training aimed to strengthen their expertise in investigation, evidence collection and framing wildlife offences by incorporating the latest amendments of Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and recently amended criminal laws and procedures,…

11 Feb

In the Bahini River in Guwahati, the Crocodile Catfish has been discovered

Banasree SarkarAssamCrocodile Catfish

The discovery of the invasive Crocodile Catfish in the Bahini River in the Basistha neighborhood of Guwahati has sparked worries about potential environmental damage. According to experts, the Crocodile Catfish, which consumes smaller fish and larvae, may disrupt the natural equilibrium and diminish native fish populations, endangering the local aquatic life. Their continued population growth may eventually have an impact on biodiversity. The State Fishery Department has gathered samples for analysis in order to assess the threat level in reaction to the concerning discovery. The finding coincides with mounting worries about the proliferation of invasive species in Assamese waterways, which…

11 Feb

Assam CM orders FIR against YouTubers for vulgar show content

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam Police have registered an FIR against five well-known YouTubers and social media influencers for allegedly sharing obscene and sexually explicit content on the online reality show India’s Got Latent. The move follows widespread public outrage over inappropriate remarks made on the show. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the criminal charges on Monday, emphasizing that Assam would not tolerate the dissemination of vulgar and offensive content online. The Guwahati Crime Branch has booked Ashish Chanchlani, Jaspreet Singh, Apoorva Makhija, Ranveer Allahbadia, and Samay Raina under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, Information Technology (IT) Act,…

11 Feb

Processions in Assam’s Guwahati city restricted with immediate effect

editorAssam

All processions within Assam’s Guwahati city have been restricted with immediate effect to ensure an ''uninterrupted commute for the public", according to an official order. The directive issued by the Guwahati Police stated that processions often lead to traffic congestion, affecting the free movement of vehicles and causing inconvenience to commuters. ''Such events create challenges for citizens and lead to crowding and congestion. These may also delay emergency services, thereby impacting public safety... All types of processions within Guwahati city shall be restricted,'' it said. Authorities have emphasized that this measure is intended to enhance public safety and ensure an…

10 Feb

Massive Jhumoir dance rehearsal held in Dibrugarh ahead of grand cultural event

Banasree SarkarAssamJhumoir dance

More than 3,471 Jhumoir dancers from upper Assam convened at Khanikar playground for a lengthy practice in preparation for the "Jhumoir Binondini" event scheduled for February 24 in Guwahati, in a breathtaking display of cultural heritage. This event, which is being organized by the state's cultural affairs department, intends to introduce the Jhumoir dance, a crucial component of the tea community's cultural identity, to a worldwide audience. 8,000 young people from Assam participated in the rehearsal, including 1,632 dancers from Dibrugarh, 1,100 from Tinsukia, 544 from Charaideo, 131 from Lakhimpur, and 64 from Dhemaji. The young actors, dressed in their…

10 Feb

Himanta to visit Singapore to promote upcoming Assam business summit

editorAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will be on a two-day visit to Singapore from Monday to promote an upcoming investors' meet in the northeastern state. The focus will be on showcasing the state as an emerging hub for advanced industries and innovation, Sarma said. "Starting tomorrow, I will be in Singapore for the next two days to promote Advantage Assam, highlighting the state's growing potential in sectors such as semiconductors, deep technology, infrastructure and manufacturing," the CM said in a post on X.