Thursday, September 19

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Criminals of Rs 200 crore online trading scam absconding in Karimganj
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Criminals of Rs 200 crore online trading scam absconding in Karimganj

Assam has been hit by a series of fraudulent online trading scams that have duped crores of rupees from investors of late. Due to the significant blow to these third-party stockbrokers' credibility, there is now a lack of trust in this industry. People are now wary about engaging in such illegal activities. In the Karimganj area of Assam, another controversy of this kind has surfaced. It concerns Mohammed Shakir and Ifzal, two individuals. Under the pretense of internet trading, the two have been charged with defrauding the public. In response to this most recent development, the Karimganj police have issued a watch notice for the two individuals. The police have also carried out raids at their homes, but they have managed to escape and are currently at large. Shakir allegedly robbed i...
No NRC application, no Aadhaar: Assam CM’s big announcement
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No NRC application, no Aadhaar: Assam CM’s big announcement

Illegal immigrants in the state specially Aadhar Card holders, has surpassed the state's population raising concern about fraudulent applications. Following, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that new applicants for Aadhaar cards in the state will be required to submit their National Register of Citizens (NRC) application receipt number. Strict rules will be initiated in issuing Aadhar Card, process will get tougher in the state, Assam. People who didn't apply for NRC will not get Aadhar card in the new process. However the CM stated, "Applications for Aadhaar cards are more than the population…It indicates that there are doubtful citizens and we have decided that new applicants will have to submit their NRC application receipt number (ARN)." Adding, "In Assa...
Amidst trading scam, Assam CM promises to create more jobs rather than only one lakh
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Amidst trading scam, Assam CM promises to create more jobs rather than only one lakh

Assam has been grappling with online trading scam of 2, 200 crore. Earlier, 22 years-old boy was arrested from Dibrugarh, Assam. Assam police has started a crackdown into the scam where 38 more were arrested. However, few more accused are under police radar, Assamese actress Sumi Borah and her husband. Police are still investigating their current location, no update has been received yet. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reacting to the incident urged Assam people to be aware of the scam. He also mentioned about the 38 arrested accuse in connection with the scam. On the other hand, Assam Chief Minister has announced to create 50, 000 more jobs by 2025 in the state, Assam.
High-stakes online trading scam caught assam police officer
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High-stakes online trading scam caught assam police officer

A police officer, working at the DGP office, has been arrested for his alleged involvement in the online trading scam, as per sources. Suruj Deka is the police officer that was arrested. Anjan Supriyam, the main suspect in the case, admitted to taking part in the online trading scam, which led to Deka's arrest. Deka is now being questioned by CID officials. To learn more about the scheme and Deka's role in it, more inquiries are underway. Assam Police previously uncovered a financial scam worth Rs 2,200 crore in which brokers deceived investors by guaranteeing a double return on their money put in the online stock market. Two guys were taken into custody in relation to the scam: Guwahati resident Swapnil Das and Dibrugarh resident and online dealer Vishal Phukan, 22. As the investigati...
Meghalaya deputy CM files defamation suit against Vincent H. Pala
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Meghalaya deputy CM files defamation suit against Vincent H. Pala

Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar has served a Rs 100 crore defamation notice to Congress leader and MPCC president Vincent H. Pala. The lawsuit demands an apology for Pala's remarks during a press conference on August 22, where he accused Dhar of being the "spokesperson" of the RSS and BJP and under investigation by the CBI. The notice, issued by Dhar's legal team, termed Pala's statements as "malicious" and "falsehoods" aimed at tarnishing Dhar’s public image. It demands a public apology, withdrawal of the remarks, and Rs 100 crore in damages for the defamation. Failure to comply within seven days will result in legal action, the notice warned.
Assam Cabinet approves key measures for indigenous people’s land, culture protection
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Assam Cabinet approves key measures for indigenous people’s land, culture protection

To protect and safeguard land, language and culture of the indigenous people of Assam, 57 recommendations on Clause 6 of Assam Accord to be implemented approved by the Assam Cabinet. Assam CM said, "A decision has been taken to implement 85 per cent of the recommendations and we will take up the remaining with the central government as these fall within its purview." He also said, "historic milestone for Assam and stands out as one of the most significant efforts since Independence to protect the rights of the people of the state." However, announcement of the implementation will be done within three to four days after meeting with Ministers and Organizations of Assam.
The Assam government introduces a zero-premium health insurance plan for state employees
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The Assam government introduces a zero-premium health insurance plan for state employees

The Assam State government has rolled out a novel zero-premium health insurance scheme that would cover state staff and their families with cashless medical cover without burdening them with a premium. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma introduced the welfare package on Wednesday, describing it as a way to provide staff with financial stability in the event of unforeseen medical emergencies. At the program's introduction, Sarma declared, "This is a unique initiative designed to provide state employees with financial security and peace of mind in times of medical emergencies." More than four lakh state employees and their families would be facilitated through the zero-premium scheme for cashless treatment in a network of empanelled hospitals. Detailed coverage includes surgeries, critic...
Because of the heavy rain, Assam Police stopped heavy vehicles on NH-27
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Because of the heavy rain, Assam Police stopped heavy vehicles on NH-27

The movement of heavy vehicles has been temporarily suspended by the Assam police on NH-27 between Jatinga and Harangajao in Assam's Dima Hasao district. Until further orders, vehicles heading to and from Barak Valley are instructed to take the detour via Meghalaya (National Highway-6). According to a press release from the police, because to regular rainfall, soil subsidence, and current construction, large vehicles with 12 wheels or more and long trucks and trailers more than 24 feet are prohibited from operating. "Due to frequent rainfalls, subsidence of land/road surface and on-going construction works, the plying of heavy commercial vehicles with 12 wheels or more including long trucks/trailers, (more than 24 feet in length) has been temporarily prohibited in between the stretch o...
Rs 2,200 crore online Trading Scam uncovered, CM urge people to be aware
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Rs 2,200 crore online Trading Scam uncovered, CM urge people to be aware

A news of stock market scam is surfaced all over the internet, where Assam Police has uncovered Rs. 2, 200 crore from a 22-years-old boy hailing from Dibrugarh, Assam. In concern of the stock market investors, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has asked people to be aware from such fraudulent. He said, "The promise of doubling your money with additional interest is a way of fraudsters. According to the law, no one is authorised to conduct stock broking in such a deceptive manner. They (certain apps) are completely unlawful. Today, the police have acted, and in the future, they will intensify it. There is a proper procedure for engaging in stock broking—such as opening a Demat account. These apps should be ignored. They lure people with attractive returns initially and then sc...
Assam Assembly abolishes British-era rule for Friday namaz break
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Assam Assembly abolishes British-era rule for Friday namaz break

Muslims practice of a two-hour break from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Fridays has been scraped by Assam Legislative Assembly. From now on, Muslim lawmakers and staff members will not be allowed to take a break for Friday prayers, or namaz. Breaking the colonial-era practice, the decision was taken to emphasise the Assembly to function without any religious considerations. Assam Chief Minister state, "By doing away with the 2-hour Jumma break, Assam Assembly has prioritised productivity and shed another vestige of colonial baggage." The CM also expressed his gratitude to Assembly Speaker Biswajit Daimary and the legislators for supporting this historic decision.