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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on January 12 that the Panchayat elections in the state would be postponed until after Bohag Bihu, citing an unsuitable environment for conducting the polls. The delay aligns with court directives and the ongoing matriculation and higher secondary examinations. The decision comes amidst legal challenges over the delimitation […]
In a significant ruling, the Gauhati High Court addressed multiple writ petitions challenging the delimitation process for Gaon Panchayats in Assam, citing alleged violations of the Assam Panchayat Act and its rules. The petitioners sought to halt the delimitation process and annul the final delimitation list. During the hearing, the court clarified that its earlier […]
An unidentified male body was discovered in the Manas River in the Mankapur area of Bongaigaon district on January 12. Local fishermen, who first noticed the body, alerted authorities, prompting an immediate response from the police. The body was retrieved and transported to the Mankapur Police Station for further examination. Preliminary investigations indicate that the […]
Film lovers in Guwahati are in for a treat as the Japanese Film Festival (JFF) makes its way to PVR City Centre Mall from January 17 to 19, 2025. This three-day event will offer an exceptional lineup of nine critically acclaimed films, featuring some of Japan’s finest cinematic offerings. Headlining the festival is the much-anticipated […]
A delegation of 40 members from the embassies of Sri Lanka, Ghana, Laos, Myanmar, and Malaya visited the Margherita Buddha Vihar premises on Sunday as part of the Charaideo Mahotsav, a cultural event held from January 9 to 11. The visit served as an official tour, further strengthening the diplomatic and cultural ties between these […]
Dhubri-based artist Tarun Kumar Mitra has captured the imagination of many with his remarkable portrait of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, titled Source of Inspiration. The artwork, a tribute to the Prime Minister’s leadership and lifestyle, has been widely appreciated in Dhubri town, with locals commending Mitra’s artistic skill and heartfelt effort. Expressing his feelings about […]
An unusual incident unfolded at the “ROYAL ATS HERO” bike showroom in Sribhumi, Assam, on January 11, as four individuals claiming to be journalists caused a significant commotion. The situation escalated when the group attempted to record a video of a female employee, prompting intervention by local authorities. The suspects, identified as Mohammed Abbas, Mohammed […]
Dhubri Municipality has distributed 1,050 ration cards to poor and underprivileged families across its 16 municipal wards, ensuring access to essential food supplies under the Assam government’s welfare programme. This effort is aligned with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s initiative to improve food security for vulnerable communities. Debamoy Sanyal, Chairman of the Dhubri Municipal Board, […]
A workshop on space technology and geospatial advancements was held on January 9 in the Conference Hall of the Tamulpur District Commissioner’s office in Assam, aimed at promoting the use of space technology for regional development. Organized by the Assam State Space Application Centre (ASSAC) under the Department of Science, Technology, and Climate Change, Government […]
The 61st annual session of the Upper Assam Sumi Baptist Christian Union (UASBCU) began on Friday at Tsaliki village in Margherita Co-District. The conference, centered on the theme “Reverting Back to God,” has attracted participants from Upper Assam, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh. UASBCU President Jogdang Jugli explained that the annual conference rotates among Sumi villages […]