Political

21 Oct

BJP membership in Tripura surges past 6 Lakh, aiming for 12 lakh target

Sonakshi SarkarPolitical, Politics

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha announced that BJP's membership in the state has crossed the 6 lakh mark, bringing the party closer to its goal of enrolling 12 lakh members. While addressing a BJP membership drive in his 8 Town Baradowali constituency on October 20, CM Saha highlighted the growing support for the party. "People’s trust in BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi is evident from the enthusiastic response to our membership campaign. We have already surpassed 6 lakh members out of the 12 lakh target for Tripura,” said Saha. The chief minister personally engaged with party workers and new…

03 Oct

SHG women recognized for their role in cleanliness drive

Sonakshi SarkarPolitical, Tripura

Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha applauded the contributions of women from various self-help groups (SHGs) in promoting cleanliness across the state during the closing ceremony of the "Swachhata Hi Seva" campaign at Rabindra Bhavan on Tuesday. Dr. Saha emphasized the need for collective cooperation to maintain cleanliness in Tripura, recognizing the tireless efforts of SHG members in their localities. "Today marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, and also Mahalaya. We inaugurated a vending zone in Children’s Park to address the scattered setup of vendors across the city, which has been a topic of…

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…

03 Sep

Himanta Biswa Sarma awards top athletes on Abhiruchi Sports Day

Sonakshi SarkarPolitical

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma felicitated the winners of the State Sports Awards on the occasion of Abhiruchi Sports Day, a celebration marking the birthday of Assam's first Arjuna awardee, Bhogeswar Baruah. The award recipients included Bornil Akash Changmai, a badminton player; Krishna Das, a para swimmer; Abhishek B. Gogoi, a special athlete in cycling; Rajib Dey, a physical training instructor at IIT Guwahati; Kalyan Barman, a physical instructor at Nalbari District Sports Office; Anup Konwar, a weightlifting coach at Sivasagar District Sports Office; and Uttam Handique, an athletics coach at Tinsukia District Sports Office. Abhiruchi Sports Day, celebrated…

29 Aug

FIR lodged against Assam CM for promoting religious tensions

Sonakshi SarkarAssam, Political

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee, supported by a coalition of opposition parties, has lodged a First Information Report (FIR) against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The complaint, filed at Dispur Police Station on Wednesday, accuses Sarma of fostering communal discord and promoting enmity between different religious and racial communities.The opposition alliance includes the Assam Congress, Assam Jatiya Parishad, CPI(M), Raijor Dal, CPI, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), Janata Dal (United), Trinamool Congress, and CPI(ML). The coalition alleges that Sarma’s recent statements and actions have exacerbated communal tensions in the state. According to the FIR, Sarma has…

28 Aug

Assam opposition urges action against CM Himanta Biswa Sarma for creating communal divide

Sonakshi SarkarPolitical

The opposition in Assam has escalated its demands for Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s removal, urging President Droupadi Murmu and Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya to take action against him for allegedly making 'communal and unconstitutional' statements. In an emergency meeting held on August 27, the United Opposition Forum Assam (UOFA), a coalition of 18 parties aligned with the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA), resolved to press for Sarma’s dismissal. The UOFA also plans to file a police complaint against the Chief Minister, accusing him of inciting communal tensions. Assam Congress chief Bhupen Kumar Borah criticized Sarma’s recent remarks, stating,…

28 Aug

CM Himanta Sarma appeals to ULFA-I leader for peace

Sonakshi SarkarPolitical

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma issued a stern warning on August 27 regarding the potential consequences of ongoing unrest in the state, emphasizing that continued disturbances could severely impact the future of Assam's youth. In his statement, Sarma highlighted, "The biggest loser of a violent and disturbed Assam will be its youth, as no industry will feel confident about investing in the State." He stressed that maintaining a peaceful environment is essential for the state's continued growth and prosperity. Sarma directly addressed ULFA (I) chief Paresh Baruah, urging him to halt activities aimed at disrupting peace. "I again call…

21 Aug

BJP picks Rameswar Teli and Mission Ranjan Das for vacant Rajya Sabha seats

Sonakshi SarkarAssam, Political

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has officially nominated Rameswar Teli and Mission Ranjan Das for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in Assam. This decision comes as the state prepares to fill two Rajya Sabha seats that recently became vacant. Earlier this month, Assam BJP President Bhabesh Kalita revealed that a total of 10 members had applied for the two vacant Rajya Sabha seats. “We have received applications from esteemed members, including former Union Minister Rameswar Teli, ex-MPs Rajdeep Roy and Topon Gogoi, incumbent MLA Manab Deka, and former MLA Mission Ranjan Das,” Kalita said. Following a state election committee meeting…

10 Aug

Chief Minister calls for unity in ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign

Sonakshi SarkarPolitical

Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha has called for a collective effort to ensure the success of the upcoming 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign. In a review meeting held via video conference on Friday, Dr. Saha engaged with MLAs, Ministers, and Chairpersons of PSUs, emphasizing the significance of the event. Joined by Pradeep Kumar Chakraborty, Secretary of the Information and Cultural Department, the Chief Minister highlighted the campaign's objective to honor the sacrifices made by those who defended the nation. "We have received directives from the Central government regarding the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' program, which will take place from August 11…

10 Aug

MP DT Lepcha expresses gratitude to PM Modi for SC/ST support

Sonakshi SarkarPolitical

Sikkim Rajya Sabha MP DT Lepcha has expressed gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his unwavering commitment to the welfare of Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST). Following a recent meeting with the Prime Minister, Lepcha took to Facebook to highlight the collaborative efforts of SC/ST MPs in addressing the challenges faced by these communities. During the meeting, Lepcha and his fellow MPs engaged in discussions with PM Modi, focusing on the critical issues and potential opportunities for SC/ST groups. The Prime Minister reaffirmed his government's dedication to empowering these communities, emphasizing that their upliftment remains a priority.…