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Gaurav Gogoi demands on a quick evaluation of the Jorhat flyover project

22Nov

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Gaurav Gogoi demands on a quick evaluation of the Jorhat flyover project

Jorhat MP Gaurav Gogoi has requested Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to reevaluate the proposed elevated flyover project on AT Road. The proposed flyover, which would link Baruah Chariali and Bhogdoi Bridge, has drawn criticism from nearby companies and citizens. Concerns regarding the project's effect on local shops were specifically raised by the Congress Deputy Leader in the Lok Sabha. The "most of the banks, government and private offices, and places of worship would remain on the road under the proposed flyover," which might result in significant traffic congestion and operational concerns for everyday commuters, presents additional obstacles for the project. Although inhabitants of Digholi Pukhuri had already voiced their worries, Gogoi pointed out that "the repeated pro...

Bir Raghab Moran is honored in Assam on his commemorative day

19Nov

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Bir Raghab Moran is honored in Assam on his commemorative day

Today and tomorrow, the State Government of Assam, in partnership with the Assam Moran Sabha, is hosting a number of events to commemorate Bir Raghab Moran Diwas. The festivities pay tribute to the heritage of Bir Raghab Moran, who is particularly dear to the Assamese people and the Moran community as a symbol of bravery, patriotism, and resistance. In addition to appreciating the great liberation fighter's sacrifices to the cause of justice and independence, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma offered his sincere condolences. "Bir Raghab Moran's legacy is a source of immense pride not only for the Moran community but for all Assamese people," remarked the chief minister. He also prayed for a successful and meaningful celebration of the festivities commemorating this important day. B...

22 children in Barpeta were hospitalized following a post-wedding feast

18Nov

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22 children in Barpeta were hospitalized following a post-wedding feast

After eating at a post-wedding feast in Hudukhata village in the Barpeta region of Assam on Sunday, twenty-two youngsters became ill. The minor victims are currently receiving medical care at Salbari Model Hospital after exhibiting severe vomiting symptoms. The event that took a worrisome turn happened during Tuloni Biya, the celebration of Lakheswar Deka's daughter's wedding. It has been hypothesized that food poisoning is the cause of their declining health. After being immediately informed of the event, the police went to the hospital to assess the situation. The Salbari police have started a thorough inquiry to find out what caused the disease. In order to guarantee accountability and stop such a regrettable tragedy from happening again, worried parents have urged the investigating...

Accused of Assam online trade scam, Gopal Paul is arrested by the CBI

15Nov

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Accused of Assam online trade scam, Gopal Paul is arrested by the CBI

Officials reported on Friday that the CBI had arrested me again in connection with an Assamese online trading scam worth Rs 2,200 crore. According to a statement from a CBI spokeswoman, accused Gopal Paul was taken into custody from a hiding place in Siliguri in relation to the AJRS Marketing case, one of 41 scam-related cases the agency is looking into. Assam Police had previously conducted the investigation and detained key players in the case. Paul continued to flee. Databases with information on depositors who were tricked into funding unregulated deposit schemes have been successfully tracked down by the agency. "The CBI has captured the main defendant in a specific case involving AJRS Marketing Pvt. Ltd., who has been eluding law enforcement since filing a formal complaint. The s...

28 areas will experience water supply outages from November 15–17

14Nov

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28 areas will experience water supply outages from November 15–17

The Guwahati Jal Board has made a major announcement from November 15 to November 17, the water supply in 28 parts of the city will be temporarily cut off. This planned disruption is expected to cause inconvenience to thousands of city dwellers as necessary maintenance is being done. In addition to other nearby localities, the following areas will be impacted by this disruption: Amiya Nagar, Chandmari, Rajgarh, Lachit Nagar, Ulubari, Rupnagar, Bora Service, Zoo Road, Anil Nagar, Nabin Nagar, Tarun Nagar, Sri Nagar, Bhaskar Nagar, MT Road, Geetanagar, Ambikagiri Nagar, Sundarpur, Manik Nagar, Hengrabari, Swaraj Nagar, Zakir Hussain Road, Downtown, Baramtoria, Ramchahil, Latasil, Silpukhuri, Panbazar, Kharguli. To make it clear that the temporary suspension is required to finish a projec...

Many people have fallen ill due to food poisoning in Assam’s Sarupathar

11Nov

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Many people have fallen ill due to food poisoning in Assam’s Sarupathar

More than fifty people are said to have been impacted by a food poisoning event that occurred in the Sarupathar sub-district of Assam. Following their consumption of prasad and food during a recent religious event, more than fifty Barpathar locals were unwell. Food poisoning symptoms, including severe stomach pain, vomiting, fever, and headaches, began to affect the event guests on Saturday night. Those with worsening health conditions sought prompt care at local medical facilities, such as the Sarupathar Community Health Centre and the Barpathar Health Centre, in light of the growing number of patients. At Sarupathar Health Center, 18 afflicted people—four of them are children—are presently receiving medical attention. All patients are stable and safe, according to health experts. In ...

By CEM Debolal, the Sixth Jatinga Utsav inaugurated

9Nov

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By CEM Debolal, the Sixth Jatinga Utsav inaugurated

The Chief Minister of the state, Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, and the Tourism Minister took massive steps, said North Cachar Hill Self-Government Council Chief Executive Member Devolal Garlosa. Debolal Garlosa, who officially inaugurated the sixth Jatinga festival at Jatinga on Friday around 3 pm, said that if Dima Hasao district becomes a big tourist center, the problem of unemployment in this hilly district will be solved. People's ways of earning will be wide. He said that tenders for road construction work at various places in Dima Hasao district have already been completed. Debolal said if the road is constructed from Mahur to Hangram, tourists will come to enjoy the natural beauty of Dima Hasao district instead of going to Cherrapunji. He said that migratory birds should be kept aliv...

Himanta Biswa Sarma announces Rs 15,000 cash to pregnant mothers and babies in tea estates

8Nov

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Himanta Biswa Sarma announces Rs 15,000 cash to pregnant mothers and babies in tea estates

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has proposed a Rs 15,000 financial aid package for pregnant women and newborn babies in tea estates. The major decision was made as part of the 'Wage Compensation Scheme', which ensures 'Nari Samman', an effort aimed at providing financial help and recognition to female workers. CM Himanta took to his official X Twitter to celebrate the scheme's success, which has already benefited over 1.3 lakh women. He claimed that the project has already benefited over 1.3 lakh women, who have received Rs 127.77 crore directly into their bank accounts. As part of its Mission Bashundhara 3 campaign, the Assam government implemented strict measures to eliminate unlawful tea garden housing earlier this month. This approach seeks to regularize land occupancy whi...

For Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, a petition has been submitted

7Nov

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For Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, a petition has been submitted

The establishment of an industrial zone in Assam's Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary by industrialist Dilip Chetry was challenged in a case submitted to the National Green Tribunal. The establishment of a brick kiln that uses coal as fuel has been the subject of the petition. The purported intention to build stone quarries and cement factories in the environmentally sensitive area outside of Guwahati in the Morigaon district of Assam has also sparked grave worries. More than 103 one-horned rhinos, 300 Indian buffaloes, deer, pangolins, wild boars, and other migratory birds may be found in the Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, which is made up of two blocks. The Brick Kiln is located in the Sativeti area, which is encircled by paddy fields, approximately 500 meters from the Wildlife Sanctuary's Ra...

Notice from the Gauhati High Court opposing Garbhanga’s revocation of sanctuary status

6Nov

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Notice from the Gauhati High Court opposing Garbhanga’s revocation of sanctuary status

In the PIL (62/2024) filed by Subrat Talukdar, who aims to overturn the Assam government's decision to remove Garbhanga's sanctuary status, a division bench of the Gauhati High Court consisting of Chief Justice Vijay Bishnoi and Justice N. Unni Krishnan Nair sent notice to the Government of India and the Assam Government. After praying, all of the respondents' attorneys were given three weeks to provide a response to the PIL petition. Three weeks later, the High Court scheduled the PIL's next hearing. The Garbhanga Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 2022 by the Assam government on 117 square kilometers in the Kamrup (Metro) district. In August 2023, the government unexpectedly changed its mind and reverted the decision, renaming it Garbhanga Reserve Forest. The eastern portion of...