Guwahati, Feb 23 (IANS) Raijor Dal Chief and Sivasagar legislator Akhil Gogoi said on Monday that he remains hopeful of being included in the Opposition alliance in Assam, but made it clear that he will not accept any unilateral decision taken by the Congress in this regard. Gogoi noted that discussions over the seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming state Assembly elections are still incomplete and claimed that the Congress has not yet communicated any final decision to him or his party. He …
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Guwahati, Feb 23 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday described the installation of the first border pillar between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh as a historic milestone that marks the end of decades-long uncertainty over the inter-state boundary. In a post on X, CM Sarma said that following the signing of the Namsai Declaration, the first border pillar has been installed in Arunachal Pradesh’s Pakke Kesang district.He termed the development “truly momentous”, noting tha…
Guwahati, Feb 23 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday said the state is witnessing a historic transformation in connectivity, with major bridge projects over the Brahmaputra and its tributaries significantly reducing travel time and bringing remote regions closer to the mainstream.Sharing a post on X, CM Sarma wrote, “Building Assam, bridge by bridge. Reducing travel time, expanding connectivity and bringing remote regions closer, we are moving towards an Atal, Avichal, Ag…
Itanagar, Feb 23 (IANS) In a significant step towards resolving the long-pending inter-state boundary dispute, the first border pillar along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border was erected at Seijosa, officials said. The installation of the border pillar was closely monitored by officials from both states on Sunday to ensure accuracy and mutual agreement on the ground.Among those present during the erection of the pillar were the Deputy Commissioner of Arunachal Pradesh’s Pakke Kessang district, …
Guwahati, Feb 22 (IANS) The new terminal at Guwahati’s Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport (LGBIA) began commercial operations on Sunday evening, raising annual passenger capacity to 13.1 million and reinforcing the Assam city’s position as the principal aviation gateway to India’s strategic North-Eastern region to South and Southeast Asia.The transition followed a phased, operations-led activation, with live trials conducted across check-in, baggage handling, security and aircra…
Guwahati, Feb 22 (IANS) Assam has always stood as a symbol of unity, harmony and collective progress, while successfully preserving its rich cultural heritage, Adani Airport Holdings Ltd Director Jeet Adani said on Sunday. In his address at the inauguration of the new integrated terminal of the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport here, Jeet Adani said the people of Assam have consistently shown how diverse communities can live and grow together with dignity and mutual respect.”Assam…
Guwahati, Feb 22 (IANS) The newly constructed integrated terminal at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (LGBI) Airport in Borjhar became operational on Sunday, marking a major milestone in Assam’s aviation infrastructure, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.Speaking to reporters after inaugurating the facility, the Chief Minister said the new terminal has been designed to significantly enhance passenger handling capacity and improve the overall travel experience, positioning Guwahati…
Guwahati, Feb 22 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said the state is steadily reclaiming its “glorious heritage” as he laid the foundation stone for a world-class museum in Guwahati to house the iconic Vrindavani Vastra, a sacred textile created by medieval saint-scholar Srimanta Sankardev. Addressing the foundation stone laying ceremony, the Chief Minister said the initiative marks a significant step in Assam’s long-standing efforts to bring the priceless artefact …
Guwahati, Feb 22 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said that a decision regarding the setting up of a fast-track Court to conduct the probe into Assamese singer Zubeen Garg’s death will be taken in the next cabinet meeting scheduled in the coming week. Talking to reporters here, Sarma said, “A cabinet meeting is being called on February 26 to discuss the formation of fast-track court regarding probe into death of Zubeen Garg. We will take a decision at par with the sentim…
Guwahati, Feb 22 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said that if he returns to power, the state government would consider setting up fast-track courts based on public opinion in the probe related to death of Zubeen Garg, that has drawn widespread public attention.Speaking to reporters here, the Chief Minister made the remark while responding to questions related to the investigation into the alleged death case linked to popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, an issue that ha…