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05 May

Nagaland to hold meeting with its local bodies before signing MoU with Assam

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Assam has decided to sign Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nagaland for exploration of oil. But Nagaland has not yet decided to sign MoU with state. According to the reports, Nagaland government has decided to hold meeting with its stakeholders and tribal bodies of area before any confirmation about the agreement. Deputy Chief Minister Y Patton said, “The government will hold a consultative meeting with all stakeholders before signing the MoU with Assam government.” Not only a particular tribe but consultation will be held with tribal bodies and civil societies of Mon, Longleng, Mokokchung, Wokha, Nuiland, Dimapur and Peren, the…

05 May

12 years old girl was murdered and raped in Assam

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Breaking news of 12 years old girl missing went viral on social media few days ago in Assam from Tinsukia district, Margherita. Now according to new update, the girl was raped and killed by someone known to their family; the girl’s body was found in inside a septic tank. The incident took place on May 3 when the girl went missing in Margherita, Segunbari . The family informed that, “It was late night and the mother left her there because the man is a family friend. The next morning when she went to bring her daughter back, she was missing.…

04 May

Dibrugarh University observed 21st convocation, 2023

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On Wednesday, Dibrugarh University observed 21st convocation, 2023. Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankar , Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma and other ministers were invited to the convocation ceremony.The VP of India urged the students to be agent of change and also motivated students with his valuable speech stressing on topics like education, bringing equality in the society, progress and many more. “Nothing can change societal conditions more than people getting educated,” the VP stated. He also urged the passing out students, “Have a dream but do not be just a dreamer, be a doer.” The VP congratulated the…

04 May

FIR filed against AIUDF leader by Congress

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All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) president and MP Badruddin Ajmal recently made a derogatory statement due to which Congress file FIR against the leader. According to the sources, the Congress sated against the leader that, “Ajmal has made unparliamentary statements. President AUIDF has been continuously trying to malign the image of our language, culture etc. and also attempting to weaken the social fabric of Assamese society." The FIR was lodged in Guwahati Police station by Manjit Mahanta Chief Co-ordinator United Opposition Initiative & Chairmen, Media Department of Assam Pradesh Congress Committee. Earlier it was already the Congress party has…

03 May

Rain and hailstorm hits badly in Northeast region

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According to earlier updates, a cyclonic circulation over east Assam and its neighborhood is present in the areas of Northeast region. Due its presence the region’s states are suffering continuous heavy rain and hailstorm. The mostly affected areas of the region are Assam, Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh; ‘Yellow Warning’ is alerted for the states. Due to hailstorm and severe rain these regions are already affected earlier. Now to some new update, nonstop rain, hailstorm, thunderstorm is continuously damaging the region. Most of the region in northeast is suffering.

03 May

Extortion case, top officer arrested, Assam

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On Tuesday, a top officer of Assam was arrested on the charge of extortion in Sivasagar district. The accused officer is identified as Shrinkhal Chaliha, a top officer bearer officer bearer of Lachit Sena. According to the sources, the officer got arrested because he demanded money from a business man in the name of donation for organizing a cultural event and then spat in the face of the trader when he refused. Assam Chief Minister has already warned people to avoid such kind of donation. Also Assam DGP G.P Singh in view of such kind of forcible money collection will soon…

03 May

The Force IX store is located in the heart of Linking Roadshopping District

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Akshay Kumar launched Force IX's flagship boutique in Mumbai's Bandra, marking the launch of his redefined athleisure-wear label. The 1,800 sq. ft. store was officially opened for business by Akshay Kumar and Maniish Mandhana, Co-Founder of Force IX’s parent company, 9 AM Ventures Private Limited. The launch event saw a grand fashion show featuring models of varying ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, and the differently abled. Additionally, retired officers from the Air Force, Army, Navy, Maharashtra State Police, and Mumbai Police walked the ramp to underline Force IX’s commitment to the nation’s forces. Force IX's flagship Mumbai store is…

02 May

Social media platforms for Assam public communication

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On Sunday, Assam Police have officially launched their You Tube channel through DGP G.P. Singh in the Police headquarter. By Monday, the channel has achieved 15, 000 subscribers. According to the reports, the main aim of the You Tube channel is to facilitate police-public cooperation. Along with it to strengthen their bond with the citizens of the state and work towards a safer and more secure society. Assam Police already launched their social media handles on other social networking sites like facebook, instagram, Twitter and You Tube is included in the list. To easily connect and communicate with the public…

02 May

Assam’s ‘Hemkosh’ publisher receives Guinness World Record

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On Monday, Publisher of the braille version of Hemkosh, Assam's first etymological dictionary Jayanta Baruah receives Guinness World Records Certificate handed by Rishi Nath, the official adjudicator for the Guinness World Records. About the Guinness holder, Jayanta Baruah is the grandson of Hemchandra Baruah, eminent Assamese writer, who had first compiled the Hemkosh in the late 19th Century. However, the Assamese-English dictionary was published four years after Hemchandra Baruah's death. Also the dictionary is also acknowledged as world's largest bilingual braille dictionary.The event was held at Gauhati University. Assam Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, Assam information, social justice and empowerment minister Pijush…

01 May

Two lives taken away in car accident, Assam

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On Saturday, two deaths in kaziranga National Highway 37 took place. According to the sources, the accident took place near Haldhibari locality near Kaziranga, Assam. The commercial vehicle crashed with a truck that was parked on the shoulder of the National Highway. The reason of the accident is not yet confirmed. Investigation are on its way and details are awaiting for its final confirmation. Also the identities of the victims are not yet revealed by the police.