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Margherita College begins a workshop on sustainable plantation and citrus growing
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Margherita College begins a workshop on sustainable plantation and citrus growing

In partnership with the Tea & Ex-Tea Garden Labourers Development Association, the National Institute of Agricultural Marketing (NIAM), an independent organization under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, organized a comprehensive three-day workshop at Margherita College that focused on sustainable citrus and plantation crop farming. This project, which is supported by Margherita College's Entrepreneurship Development Cell, intends to investigate marketing potential and difficulties encountered by small-scale growers. The workshop officially opened on Monday under the direction of Dr. Atanu Kakoty, the Margherita College principal. Prominent individuals that joined him included Dr. Bijit Kumar Saud, Principal Scientist of the Citrus and Plantation Crops Research Stat...
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Agriculture Minister Atul Bora inaugurates elephant safari in Kaziranga National park
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Agriculture Minister Atul Bora inaugurates elephant safari in Kaziranga National park

Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve indeed a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Assam gets elephant safari available for the tourists. Assam Agriculture Minister Atul Bora along with Sonali Ghosh, Field Director of Kaziranga has inaugurated elephant safari. On inaugurating Minister Atul Bora said, "The DFO told me that, tourists footfall will be increase this time. The park has received a good amount of revenue through jeep safari this time so far. I hope more tourist will come here." However, the authorities of the park are also working on poaching activities against the wildlife in the region, Ghosh informed. Further, two of them are arrested connected to the activity.
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Assam’s plans to generate 3,000 MW of solar power by 2030
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Assam’s plans to generate 3,000 MW of solar power by 2030

Assam's new clean energy strategy, which aims to produce 3,000 MW of solar electricity by 2030, is a praiseworthy step towards attaining sustainable development. An outline of the main components of this drive for renewable energy is provided below: Increase in Solar Capacity: With an ambitious goal of 3,000 MW by 2030, the state hopes to greatly expand its solar capacity. This will assist lower carbon emissions in addition to meeting the rising demand for electricity. The Karbi Anglong New Solar Facility: One of the biggest solar projects in the state to date will be a 500 MW solar system in the Karbi Anglong area. In order to ensure dependable electricity distribution during periods of high demand, Assam is also concentrating on battery storage systems. In partnership with ONGC Tripu...
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Massive protest erupts in Guwahati over cutting down of trees
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Massive protest erupts in Guwahati over cutting down of trees

Massive protest have emerged out in the city Guwahati regarding cutting down of trees in Dighalipukhuri area. These trees have been serving the city in keeping the echo system balanced especially during the summers by providing necessary shades and fresh air. Cutting down of trees for flyover construction in the city has impacted alot leading to unbearable summers. These age old trees are the hearts of the city Guwahati. Responding to protest, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said, "I want to assure you that the government is deeply committed to preserving our city’s heritage and environment while advancing infrastructure. In constructing the flyovers from Dighalupukhuri to Noonmati, we are sincerely working to protect the old trees in the area. I urge all stakeholders to al...
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To prevent erosion in Sonitpur, locals band together to construct a bamboo barrier
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To prevent erosion in Sonitpur, locals band together to construct a bamboo barrier

An NGO called Balipara Mahila Shakti Kendra, working with the Baligaon Miri Gaon Development Committee and with the help of Kolabari residents, has started building a bamboo barrier to stop severe erosion along the Jiabharali and Dikrai rivers. This is an incredible demonstration of community resiliency. In order to stop additional harm to their houses and land in Rongapara's Chiloni Gaon Panchayat, locals and organization members decided to finance and construct this vital construction on their own, even in the absence of support from the state's Water Resources Department. Only little areas of arable land and homesteads remain intact after erosion has already sucked up thousands of bighas of productive farmland, ruining agricultural potential for farmers in five communities that are ...
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Assam CM to throw out infiltrators if BJP comes into power in Jharkhand
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Assam CM to throw out infiltrators if BJP comes into power in Jharkhand

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma takes strong objection against Jharkhand government over infiltration issue. The Assam CM has also claimed that the state might turn into mini Bangladesh, if BJP comes into power in the state NRC will be implemented. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said, "The infiltrators are causing a huge disturbance in Jharkhand's culture and 'Adivasi asmita'. If this continues, Jharkhand will see a demographic change and it will become a mini-Bangladesh. Santhal Pargana is in line to become mini-Bangladesh." Further he added addressing the poll, "I have made three announcements- when we form government, NRC will be implemented and will throw out infiltrators. Second, if an immigrant has lured and married a tribal girl, their children will not be entitled to ...
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Assam CM complains against educational institutions before the elections
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Assam CM complains against educational institutions before the elections

As the time for the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly Elections draws near, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma made grave accusations against the state's educational establishments. According to the chief minister of Assam, an internal letter from the Jharkhand government acknowledged that some madarsas engage in illegal operations like giving illegal training and allowing intruders to obtain Aadhar cards. In light of the impending elections, CM Sarma made these vehement remarks. He expressed optimism about the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) chances in the Santhal Pargana area, promising that if the BJP wins power, the National Register of Citizens (NRC) would be established there. In addition, the chief minister of Assam called for Jharkhand Minister Irfan Ansari to be removed from...
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Assam trading scam, Dipankar Barman gets arrested in Goa
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Assam trading scam, Dipankar Barman gets arrested in Goa

Online trading scam in Assam, Police have been operating operations against online fraudulent. The Assam police in coordination with Goa Police has arrested the prime accused Dipankar Barman of the scam in Goa. Assam DGP GP Singh informed saying, "Finally, Dipankar Barman arrested in Goa. The run ends. Congratulations team Guwahati Police." The accused has been duping investors of many states around 7,000 crore in a promise to double their amount in a short period. Guwahati Police said, "Absconding accused Dipankar Barman of DB Stock scam has been arrested in Goa by a team from CGPD under leadership of Amit Mahato, IPS, ACP, Pan Bazar with the support of crime branch of Goa Police in connection with an ongoing investigation."
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Mobile internet suspension accross Assam ahead of ADRE
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Mobile internet suspension accross Assam ahead of ADRE

Ahead of the ongoing Assam Direct Recruitment Examination (ADRE) Grade IV position, Assam government has directed suspension of internet from 8:30 am to 4 PM on Sunday i.e. 27 September, 2024. Assam Government is in full motion for protection of any unethical means during the examination. Earlier, on September for two days conducting the similar exam the government had suspended the internet. However, the notice issued by the government says, "Mobile internet, mobile WiFi and mobile data services of all service providers will remain suspended from 8.30 am to 4 pm in the interest of holding free, fair and transparent written examination and also to prevent arising of any law and order issues having a bearing on public safety,"
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Assam CM shares good news for state government employees ahead of Deepawali celebration
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Assam CM shares good news for state government employees ahead of Deepawali celebration

Dearness Allowance hike in salary for Assam state government employees ahead of Diwali celebration. The announcement was done by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during a live streaming on Facebook. However, the announcement said, "Lighting up your Diwali Celebration. To make Diwali special for our State Govt employees, we will credit their salaries from 28th October, 2024 onwards. Shubh Deepawali."
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