Assam

08 Oct

Himanta Biswa Sarma exposes secrecy and corruption in public service

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has taken a bold stance against corruption in the state’s public service sector, unveiling alarming revelations about the alleged bribes involved in appointments to the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC). During a recent address, he disclosed that investigations have uncovered bribes amounting to as much as ₹1.5 crore linked to these appointments. Sarma recounted a troubling past where appointments were often made in secrecy, bypassing due process and resulting in undisclosed selections. “Naturally, the environment has become corrupt,” he lamented. Drawing from his experience as the former education minister, he shared unsettling accounts from…

04 Oct

Indian Government grants classical language status to Assamese

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a landmark recognition for Assam's linguistic and cultural heritage, the Indian government has officially granted classical language status to the Assamese language. Union Home Minister Amit Shah took to Twitter to congratulate the people of Assam on this historic achievement. Shah expressed his sentiments, stating, “The Assamese language, enriched with a vibrant structure of literature and an endless treasure of words, is renowned for its resilience. Today, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to my Assamese brothers and sisters on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's decision to honor Assamese as a classical language.” He further celebrated the announcement by tweeting…

30 Sep

Karimganj Police apprehend illegal immigrants from Bangladesh

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Police apprehended four Bangladeshi nationals in the early hours of Sunday as they allegedly attempted to enter India illegally through the Karimganj district. The immediate action by the police led to their deportation back to Bangladesh, as confirmed by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Chief Minister Sarma commended the vigilance of the state police, highlighting the critical importance of maintaining border security. “In the wee hours, @assampolice managed to apprehend four illegal Bangladeshi nationals in Karimganj and pushed them back to Bangladesh,” Sarma posted on X (formerly Twitter). This incident is part of a broader initiative by Assam authorities…

14 Sep

81,000 petty cases to be dismissed in Assam by March 2024

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam cabinet made significant decisions on Friday, amending the standard operating procedure (SOP) for the withdrawal of petty and minor cases in subordinate courts to prioritize serious offenses and alleviate jail overcrowding. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that this move will lead to the dismissal of 81,000 petty cases by March 2024. In addition to legal reforms, the cabinet approved a major investment project by Dassault Systems Private Ltd to establish a Centre of Excellence in aerospace, defense, automotive, and electric vehicle industries. Dassault will invest Rs 200 crore, complemented by Rs 40 crore from the state government.…

13 Sep

Eviction drive turns deadly in Sonapur

Sonakshi SarkarAssam, Political

A violent clash during an eviction drive in Sonapur led to the tragic death of two individuals and left at least 15 police officers, including a magistrate and a revenue circle officer, injured on Thursday, September 12. The confrontation occurred during a government operation aimed at reclaiming 200 bighas of disputed land in Kachutoli, allegedly occupied by encroachers. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma accused Congress of provoking the unrest, stating that the eviction drive was proceeding peacefully until Congress members intervened. “The situation was under control until Congress escalated tensions. Armed with lathis and bamboo sticks, the crowd attacked our…

13 Sep

Suspects apprehended in Mainao Brahma scam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a crackdown on a fraudulent trading network, Bongaigaon police arrested two individuals allegedly working for the notorious scammer, Mainao Brahma. The accused, Sumit Barman of Musalpur and Jyotishman Sharma of Mangaldoi, were apprehended during a raid in Bongaigaon town. The duo had been operating as agents for Brahma, who is wanted for masterminding a large-scale financial scam involving fake investment schemes that deceived traders and investors across Assam. Acting on specific intelligence, police captured the suspects from a hidden location. Mainao Brahma’s fraudulent activities have inflicted severe financial losses, with victims emerging from several districts. Authorities have intensified their…

11 Sep

Lakshman Prasad Acharya announces guardian ministers for Assam districts

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya has appointed 14 guardian ministers to oversee the development and administration of various districts across the state. This initiative, announced on September 10, 2024, aims to enhance governance and improve the delivery of public services. The guardian ministers will be responsible for monitoring the implementation of government schemes and policies in their respective districts. They will act as a crucial link between the state government and district administrations, ensuring that local issues and concerns are addressed efficiently. Key appointments include Shri Ranjeet Kumar Dass for Karimganj, Dhubri, and Bongaigaon, and Smt. Ajanta Neog for Jorhat…

10 Sep

Assam’s detention facilities criticized by SC for deplorable conditions

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Supreme Court has asked the Assam Government and the Union Ministry of Home Affairs to clarify their deportation plan for 211 foreign nationals detained in a transit camp in Assam's Goalpara district. Among them, 66 have been identified as Bangladeshi nationals. The Court, led by Justices Abhay S. Oka and Augustine George Masih, is hearing a petition regarding the conditions of Assam's detention facilities. The bench cited a report by the Assam District Legal Services Authority, calling the living conditions in the camps "deplorable" due to issues like water shortages and poor sanitation. During the hearing, the Ministry of…

09 Sep

Two Bangladeshi nationals apprehended by Assam Police

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Police successfully thwarted an infiltration attempt along the Indo-Bangladesh border in Karimganj, intercepting two Bangladeshi nationals, Shahadat Hussain and Priyanka Gain. The duo was apprehended during a routine patrol and pushed back across the border. The operation, launched after receiving a tip-off, underscores Assam Police's heightened vigilance in preventing cross-border infiltration. An investigation into the matter has been initiated, with further actions underway. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma praised the police force on X, urging continued vigilance to address the ongoing infiltration threat. This incident follows a series of similar interceptions. Just last week, Assam Police detained five…

07 Sep

Bhupen Borah criticizes Assam police for inaction on trading fraud

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Congress Chief Bhupen Borah has accused the state police of failing to apprehend key suspects in a high-profile trading fraud case, including Sumi Borah and her husband Tarkik Borah. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Borah alleged that the police's inability to track down these individuals points to a larger issue of protection offered by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Borah further claimed that the Chief Minister has a pattern of diverting attention whenever corruption linked to his associates surfaces. "There are several instances where he has deflected media attention when allegations of corruption involving his circle arise,"…