Guwahati, Jan 8 (IANS) National Commission for Women (NCW) Chairperson, Vijaya Rahatkar, on Thursday visited Assam’s Dibrugarh district, where she interacted with women from different sections of society and listened to their concerns, with a focus on empowerment, safety, education, domestic violence and access to government welfare schemes. During an interactive meeting, women shared issues ranging from social security and legal awareness to challenges related to family violence and economic …
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Guwahati, Jan 8 (IANS) The Assam government has announced a holiday on Thursday in the Cachar district as a mark of respect to the veteran BJP leader and ex-Minister of State for telecommunications, Kabindra Purkayastha, who died due to a prolonged illness. A senior official said, “This solemn gesture reflects the collective grief of the people and honours his meaningful contributions, allowing everyone to offer tribute and remember his life and enduring legacy.”Purkayastha passed away on Wednes…
Guwahati, Jan 7 (IANS) In an attempt to control flood and erosion in Assam’s Dhakuakhana, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during his visit to Lakhimpur district on Wednesday, laid the foundation stones for four projects worth Rs 272.21 crore. The projects also include promotion of heritage and championing the cause of public welfare. It may be noted that as a long-term measure to address the chronic flood and erosion problems in Dhakuakhana, the Chief Minister laid the foundation stone for …
Guwahati, Jan 7 (IANS) The Railway Protection Force (RPF) of the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) delivered an outstanding, people-centric performance in December 2025, significantly strengthening passenger safety, security enforcement and humanitarian assistance across the zone, railway officials said on Wednesday. NFR’s Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Kapinjal Kishore Sharma said that through proactive vigilance, swift response and coordinated operations, RPF reaffirmed its commitment …
Itanagar, Jan 7 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General K. T. Parnaik (Retd) on Wednesday during a meeting with Home Minister Mama Natung recommended prompt and effective action to deter illegal immigrants from constructing unauthorised settlements in the state, officials said. The Governor said that illegal immigrants were attempting to make inroads into the state. They had wide-ranging discussions on security and law and order, with special focus on border management, indigenous affairs, …
New Delhi/Kolkata, Jan 7 (IANS) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday appointed party leaders as AICC Senior Observers for the forthcoming Assembly elections in poll-bound states of Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and West Bengal, with immediate effect.As per a press release issued by the AICC, the party appointed former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, and Bandhu Tirkey as senior observers for the Assam Assembly elec…
New Delhi/Guwahati, Jan 7 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed deep sorrow over the passing away of former Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party’s veteran leader in Assam, Kabindra Purkayastha, remembering him as a committed public servant who played a significant role in Assam’s political and social life.In a message posted on social media platform X, the Prime Minister said Purkayastha’s dedication to serving society and his contribution to Assam’s progress would al…
Guwahati, Jan 7 (IANS) Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday sounded a note of caution over the rapidly evolving situation in neighbouring Bangladesh, warning that the growing instability and incidents of violence there could have serious implications for Assam due to its sensitive geographical and geopolitical location. Speaking to reporters, Sarma said developments across the international border cannot be viewed in isolation, particularly at a time when violence and insecurity appea…
Guwahati, Jan 7 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday highlighted the transformative impact of the state government’s ambitious ‘Asom Mala’ road infrastructure programme, saying that the state has moved from slow and fragile connectivity to world-class highways and seamless transport corridors that are opening up new opportunities for growth and development.In a post on social media platform X, CM Sarma said that under the Asom Mala initiative, Assam’s road network has und…
New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) With an aim to provide a platform for deliberations on policy, investment, sustainability, exports, infrastructure development, and technological advancement in the textile sector, a two-day ‘National Textiles Ministers’ Conference 2026’ will be organised in Assam, it was announced on Wednesday.Organised by the Ministry of Textiles, in collaboration with the Government of Assam, the event will commence from January 8 in Guwahati.The conference will be held under the…