In a bid to ensure 100% Aadhaar coverage, the district administration of Karbi Anglong, in collaboration with the education department, has launched a special Aadhaar enrollment drive. The initiative, rolled out on Friday, aims to facilitate seamless registration, particularly for schoolchildren, enabling them to access government benefits and services. Enrollment Camps Set Up for Maximum…
Manipur’s Kangpokpi district witnessed heightened tensions on Sunday as Kuki protesters clashed with security forces over Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s directive to ensure free movement across the state starting March 8. The directive, aimed at restoring normalcy in the violence-hit state, has faced strong opposition from sections of the Kuki community. Protests and Clashes…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s directive to restore free movement on all roads in violence-hit Manipur is set to take effect from Saturday, March 8, 2025. However, the move has sparked opposition from the Kuki-Zo community, raising concerns about potential unrest in the region. Kuki-Zo Community’s Opposition The influential Committee on Tribal Unity (COTU), representing…
The Assam Rail Passengers’ Association (ARPA) has once again urged the Assam Legislative Assembly to address the persistent issue of inadequate railway services in the state. During a recent session, ARPA highlighted the cancellation of several essential train services, which has forced many residents to rely on road transport, causing inconvenience and increased travel costs….
Golaghat Engineering College in Assam recently hosted an NCC (National Cadet Corps) awareness meeting, organized by the 12 Assam Battalion NCC, to highlight the critical role of youth in ensuring national security. The event, held on March 6, 2025, brought together students, faculty, and NCC cadets for an inspiring session on patriotism and defense. The…
In a significant move to bolster infrastructure and support peace efforts, Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla chaired a high-level review meeting at Raj Bhavan to assess the progress of ongoing national highway projects. The meeting, held on March 5, 2025, comes ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s peace initiative aimed at ensuring free movement…
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has emphasized the need for a coordinated approach with Assam to tackle the alarming air pollution in Byrnihat, an industrial town on the Meghalaya-Assam border. Speaking in the Assembly on Wednesday, Sangma highlighted the shared responsibility of both states in addressing the issue, which has made Byrnihat one of…
The Assam government has revealed that approximately 83,000 hectares of its land have been encroached upon by four neighboring states—Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, and Mizoram. The announcement was made by Assam Border Protection and Development Minister Atul Bora during a session in the state assembly on Wednesday. Extent of Encroachment According to the data presented,…
The Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit, held in Guwahati, has set the stage for a transformative era in Assam’s economic development. With Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth ₹1.89 lakh crore signed on Day 1, the summit focuses on strengthening connectivity and mobility through significant investments in road, rail, and waterways infrastructure. The event…
Hindustan Power has announced a significant investment of Rs. 620 crore in renewable energy and battery storage projects in Assam, marking a pivotal moment in the state’s clean energy infrastructure. The announcement was made during the ‘Advantage Assam 2.0’ investment summit, which aims to spur economic growth and investment in the state. As part of…
