Guwahati, Jan 26 (IANS) Emphasising that dedication to work transcends all religious and social boundaries, Padma Shri awardee Nuruddin Ahmed on Monday said that commitment and hard work have been the guiding principles of his life, as he reacted to being conferred with one of the country’s highest civilian honours on the 77th Republic Day.Nuruddin Ahmed played a pivotal role in reviving Assamese theatre and has brought national and state events to life, sustaining Assamese culture despite lim…
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Guwahati, Jan 26 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday launched a sharp attack on the state Congress leadership, accusing Gaurav Gogoi of being “mentally fixated on Pakistan” even while attempting to criticise him. Reacting to recent remarks by Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi, the Chief Minister told reporters here that the opposition leader intended to label him as a “hardcore Hindu”, but failed to present any substantive criticism. “Assam Congress president …
Dibrugarh, Jan 26 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday, while leading the state’s 77th Republic Day celebrations at the Khanikar Parade Ground in Dibrugarh, underscored Assam’s rapid economic rise, expanding global engagement and commitment to constitutional values.Highlighting the state’s economic momentum, CM Sarma cited Reserve Bank of India data to claim that Assam’s growth rate has surpassed the national average.He said the state’s Gross Domestic Product is gr…
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Assam’s tableau rolled down Kartavya Path in the national capital on Monday as part of the 77th Republic Day celebrations, showcasing the rich terracotta legacy of Asharikandi, a renowned craft village in Dhubri district. Centred on the state’s traditional terracotta art, the tableau offered a vibrant visual narrative of Assam’s cultural heritage, craftsmanship and riverine way of life.Nodal Officer Bikram Newar and officials from the Cultural Affairs Department, G…
Dibrugarh, Jan 26 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday raised concerns over what he described as a growing demographic challenge posed by Bangladesh-origin Muslims, urging people to take the issue seriously to safeguard the identity of indigenous Assamese communities. Addressing the Republic Day programme in Dibrugarh, the Chief Minister said the unchecked migration and demographic changes could threaten Assam’s social fabric.He claimed that the population of what he terme…
Guwahati, Jan 25 (IANS) Reaffirming the Assam government’s focus on the welfare of tea garden workers, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday launched the Mukhya Mantrir Eti Koli Duti Paat scheme at Doomdooma in Tinsukia district, announcing a one-time financial assistance of Rs 5,000 each to over six lakh workers across the state. The scheme, described by the Chief Minister as a tribute to the “invaluable contribution” of tea garden workers to Assam’s 200-year-old tea industry, wi…
Guwahati, Jan 25 (IANS) Opposition political parties in Assam on Sunday approached the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) with a memorandum alleging large-scale legal violations, political interference and targeted harassment of genuine voters during the ongoing Special Revision (SR) of electoral rolls. Describing the exercise as “arbitrary, unlawful and unconstitutional”, the parties warned that lakhs of eligible voters could be excluded from the final rolls scheduled for publication on February…
Guwahati, Jan 25 (IANS) Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Sunday underlined the central role of voters in strengthening India’s democracy, saying informed and active participation by citizens is essential for sustaining free, fair and credible elections.Addressing the 16th National Voters’ Day celebrations at NEDFi House in Dispur, the Governor described the occasion as a reminder of the collective responsibility of citizens in a democratic system.Extending greetings to voters across…
Guwahati, Jan 25 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Congress following a recent political gathering in Rangiya town, alleging that the event reflected disorder and highlighted the party’s widening disconnect from the state’s culture, traditions and social values.Speaking to reporters here, CM Sarma said he was initially unaware of the meeting. However, he claimed that photographs and visuals of the event, which were later brought to his atten…
Guwahati, Jan 25 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said that PM Narendra Modi will visit Guwahati on February 14 for a packed programme centred on infrastructure development and political outreach, marking another significant engagement of the Prime Minister with the state. During the visit, PM Modi will inaugurate the much-anticipated Guwahati-North Guwahati bridge, a major infrastructure project expected to significantly improve connectivity across the Brahmaputra. The …