9 Miners Trapped in Illegal Coal Mine On January 6, 2024, nine workers were trapped inside an illegal rathole coal mine in Assam’s Dima Hasao district after sudden flooding from an underground aquifer. The mine was illegally operating, making the rescue operation more challenging. Recovery of Five More Bodies After 44 Days After an extensive
READ MOREAssam’s Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has extended warm congratulations to Dr. Anima Choudhury and Mukul Rabha for being honored with the prestigious Silpi Award this year. In a statement shared via social media, the Chief Minister also expressed his congratulations to the winners of other significant awards announced by the Government of Assam. “These
READ MOREGuwahati – Following the tragic death of a Congress leader after an alleged tear gas shelling incident during a protest, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a ban on all demonstrations near the Governor’s house in Guwahati. This move aims to ensure peaceful public gatherings and safety in the region. Background of the
READ MOREFour Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLAs were sworn in as ministers in the Assam Cabinet today, marking a key development in the state’s political landscape. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Srimanta Sankardeva International Auditorium in Guwahati at noon. The newly inducted ministers include: Resignation Preceding Cabinet Expansion Before the announcement of these four
READ MOREHistoric Recognition for Assamese Language Assam will commemorate the recognition of Assamese as a Classical Language with a week-long celebration called ‘Bhasa Gaurob Saptah’. The festivities will be held from November 3 to 9, 2024, as announced by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Union Cabinet’s Approval On October 3, the Union Cabinet granted Classical Language
READ MOREOn Sunday, the Assam unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held a crucial meeting to discuss the upcoming by-elections in the state. The meeting, attended by key leaders including Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, took place in Guwahati. Following this, state BJP president Bhabesh Kalita announced the party’s shortlisted
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