Surat. The social organization 'Purvanchal Samuhik Vivah Anushthan Samiti' from Surat organized a grand mass wedding for 1100 tribal daughters in Assam with the objectives of service, culture, and religious protection.

Continuing its long-standing tradition, the organization conducted this special ceremony in the tribal areas of Northeast India this year as well. The event was specifically for the daughters of tribal families working in Assam's tea gardens. The program was organized under the leadership of Vijay Chaumal, the head of the Dharma Jagran Samvay-Surat Vivah Samiti, with special support from Rakesh Kansal, the patron of Purvanchal Samuhik Vivah Anushthan Samiti, Surat.

Vijay Kumar Chaumal, the head of Purvanchal Samuhik Vivah Anushthan Samiti, informed that the mass wedding programs were held in various tribal and rural areas of Assam, including prominent regions like Tezpur, Tinsukia, Dimapur, Jorhat, and Karbi Anglong (Jagiroad). The formal wedding ceremonies for the daughters of needy families residing in remote villages of these areas were conducted. A special delegation from Surat also reached Assam to directly participate in this service work and oversee the arrangements.

During the four-day visit, Rakesh Kansal, his wife Preeti Bahen, Vijay Chaumal, and CA Balakrishna Agarwal were prominently present. The delegation participated in the wedding ceremonies, interacted with local families, and reviewed the arrangements for the event. The organization's officials stated that such programs work to strengthen service, cooperation, and cultural unity in society.

According to the committee, this event is not limited to just wedding programs but is an effort to strengthen the sentiments of service, culture, and religious protection in society. The organization believes that the generosity and social participation of the people of Surat have brought new hope and happiness into the lives of the needy daughters of Northeast India. The committee has expressed its commitment to continue such social and service activities in the future.

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During the final phase of campaigning for the Assam Assembly elections, Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed a large public meeting in the Barak Valley, making a strong attack on Congress. Shah announced that if the BJP government comes to power, it will rename Karimganj district to 'Shri Bhumi', which will revive the cultural identity of the region.

He accused Congress of sheltering infiltrators for decades for vote bank politics. Shah clarified that the NDA government will not allow Assam to become a stronghold of infiltrators and is committed to eradicating the infiltration problem at its roots with the CAA and other stringent laws. During the rally, Amit Shah strongly objected to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's statement referring to BJP supporters as 'illiterate'.

He termed it an insult to great personalities from Gujarat like Mahatma Gandhi, Sardar Patel, and Narendra Modi. He stated that calling those who do not support Congress illiterate reflects the desperation and degraded politics of Congress. The Home Minister claimed that the people of Assam would take revenge for this insult through the ballot box and would ensure the opposition party's bail is forfeited.

He described Congress as a party that engages in anti-development and divisive politics. Amit Shah praised the central government's historic decision to grant classical language status to Assamese and Bengali, calling it a symbol of linguistic pride. He appealed to voters to choose the BJP-NDA alliance for the security and integrity of the state.

Voting for the 126-member Assam Assembly is scheduled for April 9, with results to be announced on May 4. Shah expressed confidence that a double-engine government with a full majority would be formed in the state once again, fulfilling the dream of an infiltrator-free and developed Assam.

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Guwahati, September 21 – Amid intense heat, thousands of fans gathered on Sunday at the Sarusajai-based Arjun Bhogeswar Barua Sports Complex in Guwahati to pay their final respects to popular singer Zubeen Garg. His mortal remains were placed at the venue for public homage, drawing people from across Assam who came to bid him a tearful farewell.

Many fans had camped outside the complex overnight, while others began arriving at dawn. The administration made extensive arrangements for the reception and viewing of the body. Fans held cutouts of the singer and sang his popular songs through the night as they shared their grief.

As the day progressed, the crowd swelled, with people arriving in large numbers from different parts of Assam. Zubeen Garg passed away in Singapore on Friday. His body was brought to Guwahati and placed inside a special pandal at the sports complex. In anticipation of heavy rain, an alternate arrangement was also prepared within the stadium premises.

The administration had earlier announced that the public would be allowed to pay their respects between 9 am and 7 pm. However, by morning, the body had not yet reached his Kahilipara residence from where it was scheduled to be taken to the stadium. Around 7 am, when the coffin arrived at the airport, thousands of people lined the roads leading to the stadium, slowing down the funeral procession.

Inside the stadium, the scorching heat caused several grieving fans to faint, but despite the discomfort, thousands of admirers waited patiently with devotion for a final glimpse of their beloved artist. As per agency report, the overwhelming turnout reflected Zubeen Garg’s immense popularity and the deep emotional bond he shared with his listeners across Assam.

Surat: Assam Water Resources Minister Pijush Hazarika visited the family of late Shaileshbhai Kalathiya, a resident of Mota Varachha in Surat, who lost his life in a recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Representing the Assam government, Minister Hazarika handed over a cheque of Rs 5 lakh as financial assistance to the bereaved family.

Hazarika expressed deep sorrow over the death of 26 innocent people in the Pahalgam attack and stated that the entire nation shares the grief of this tragic incident. He noted that the Assam government has taken a compassionate initiative to provide financial aid to each of the affected families during this painful time.

The minister emphasized that every family who lost a loved one in the attack is being visited personally, and each is being given a compensation of Rs 5 lakh. During his visit, he offered condolences to the Kalathiya family and assured them of all possible support from the Assam government.

Minister Hazarika also paid tribute to the memory of Shaileshbhai Kalathiya and expressed solidarity with the grieving family. Local leaders, including city organization president Pareshbhai Patel and community leader Kalubhai Bhimnath, were present on the occasion.

Gwalpara (Assam), 12 July (HS): SDRF recovered two more bodies on Friday in Shimlitola of Gwalpara. Thus, the bodies of four of the five missing people have been recovered yet.

It is noteworthy that five people went missing when a boat sank while returning from the crematorium after performing the last rites of a deceased on Thursday evening. Two bodies were recovered at night itself. SDRF and local people were carrying out rescue operations since Friday morning again. In the operation, the body of a person named Gaurang Malakar was recovered at around 7:30 am. Uday Sarkar's body was recovered much later. It is noteworthy that the bodies of two people were recovered yesterday. Gwalpara District Commissioner Khanindra Chaudhary also reached the spot. He took stock of the rescue operation.

There is mourning in the area due to the death of four people of the same family.

Guwahati, 29 June (HS). Nine accused of the Guwahati University marksheet scam have been arrested in a joint operation by Barpeta Road Police and CID. It is noteworthy that marks were illegally increased in the marksheets of students by taking bribes.

Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma took the issue seriously in Barpeta and entrusted the CID with the task of investigating it. He said that Barpeta Police and CID are jointly investigating the matter.

It is known that this scam came to light when the officials of Ganeshlal Choudhary College (GLC College) located on Barpeta Road revealed the discrepancy in the marks of Azizul Haque, a sixth year undergraduate student. A case was immediately registered at the Barpeta Road police station, although the Barpeta police were accused of covering it up. Because the accused was released from custody.

After the issue was raised by the local media, the Chief Minister ordered an investigation into the matter. The investigation has revealed the involvement of several employees of the university and colleges. Those arrested include Krishnan Krishnamurthy, employed at Guwahati University, and Sivatosh Mahato, a junior computer assistant at Dhubri Law College. The arrests were made in a joint raid by the Barpeta and Dhubri police. The nine accused include Azizul Haque, Krishnan Krishnamurthy (Gauhati University employee), Ismail Hussain (Kalgachhia), Alamgir Khan (Amguri, Kalgachhia), Moinul Haque (Bardanga, Kalgachhia), Hameez Uddin (Nagaon), Aminul Islam (librarian, Langla College), Sivatosh Mahato (junior computer assistant, Dhubri Law College) and Abul Bakar (Langla, Kalgachhia).

A case has been registered against the accused under several sections of the law. More arrests are likely. However, the police are refraining from saying anything in this case.

Deoghar/Ranchi, June 22 (HS). The strings of NEET question paper leak case are also being linked to Jharkhand. In this case, Bihar Police has arrested six accused from Deoghar. All the accused were living as tenants in Jhunnu Singh's house near AIIMS in Devipur police station area of Deoghar district. All the accused are suspects in the case registered in Shastrinagar police station of Patna (Case number-358/2024).

However, the Patna Police, which came to raid, had told the Deoghar Police that all of them are accused of cyber fraud. Deoghar Police came to know on Saturday that actually all have been caught in the NEET paper leak case. The arrested accused include Panku Kumar, resident of Baldar Bigha in Chhavilapur police station area of Nalanda district of Bihar, Paramjit Singh alias Bittu, Chintu alias Baldev Kumar, Kaju alias Prashant Kumar, resident of Daruara in Nursarai police station area, Ajit Kumar of Ekangarasarai police station area and Rajiv Kumar alias Karu.

According to the information, Amit Anand and Nitish were working under the mastermind of the paper leak Sanjeev Mukhiya. Amit Anand works as a liaison officer. Nitish and Amit Anand are friends. Sikandar had taken the contract to get many candidates like Anurag and Ayush passed. Answers of the paper came on Chintu's mobile. Chintu gave the answers to Pintu and then Pintu, who was carrying a printer with him, printed the answers of all the questions. The answers of the questions sent through Chintu-Pintu were sent overnight to the Learn and Play School of Patna, where students like Anurag and Ayush, who were already present there, memorized the answers and went to give the exam the next morning.

Bought NEET paper for 30 lakhs and sold it for 40 lakhs each

Sikandar Yadavendra, arrested in the NEET paper leak case, is said to be the mastermind. During interrogation, he told the police that he had made a deal for the paper for 30 to 32 lakh rupees. After this, he sold the paper to four candidates for 40 lakh rupees each. The NEET paper was first leaked from Hazaribagh in Jharkhand.

It is said that Sikandar Yadavendra had talked about giving the paper to Ayush Kumar of Danapur Patna, Anurag Yadav of Samastipur, Abhishek Kumar of Ranchi and Shivanandan Kumar of Gaya. For the NEET exam to be held on May 5, Sikandar Yadavendra handed over the paper to the four candidates on the night of May 4 at Ramakrishna Nagar in Patna. At that time Amit Anand and Nitish Kumar were also present with him.

After this, everyone was made to memorize the paper throughout the night, but on May 5, all the four candidates were taken into custody from Bailey Road in Patna in a car with Jharkhand number. After this, the paper leak was revealed. According to information, Sikandar's son Homi Anand runs a shop called Infinity Sports in Harmu. Sikandar also has a house in the same housing colony.

Guwahati, 18 June (HS). Engineers and employees of NFR are working 24 hours to repair the track where the accident took place between Rangapani and Chattarhat stations of Katihar division of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR). In this regard, NFR CPRO Sabyasachi De has informed that the down line has been restored at 07:30 am today. Due to which the operation of trains has gradually started on one line. Whereas, the up line was opened last night itself.

It is known that on Monday morning, a container-laden goods train hit the Agartala-Sealdah Kanchenjunga Express (43174 Down) from behind between Rangapani and Chattarhat stations of Katihar division of NFR. Due to which 9 people including 7 passengers and two railway employees died. Whereas, 41 passengers were injured. In which the condition of 9 was said to be critical. CPRO has said that the up line (trains going towards New Jalpaiguri) was restored by 17.40 Monday night. The down line was restored at 07:30 this morning. After repairing the track, the first goods train was run in this section. After completion of all the tests, efforts are being made to restore the service of passenger trains from here.

Assam (India), June 3: Edutech Skill Academy formerly known as NBCE Technical Institute (NBCETI) is an Advance Computer & Vocational Skill Development Institute. It established in 2011 by Mr. Pankaj Banik. Edutech Skill Academy (NBCETI) has two campuses in Sapekhati and Borhat, Assam. Students can learn lots of different courses that help them get jobs in technology. It’s been running for more than 14 years and has won many awards. Edutech Skill Academy (NBCETI) is a great place for students who want to do well in tech careers.

Edutech Skill Academy (NBCE Technical Institute – NBCETI) provides an extensive array of courses designed to meet the diverse needs of its students. These courses include:

• PGDCA: (Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application): This advanced course focuses preparing students for high-level positions in the IT industry.
• ADCA: (Advanced Diploma in Computer Application): A comprehensive program covering various aspects of computer applications.
• TALLY: A specialized course in TALLY accounting software, essential for aspiring accountants and finance professionals.
• GST: (Goods and Services Tax): This course offers detailed insights into the GST for professionals dealing with taxation.
• Web Page Designing: A creative course that equips students with the skills needed to design and manage websites effectively.
• PDS: (Professional Diploma in Computer Software and Accounting): A dual-focus course providing training in computer software and accounting principles.
• PDIT: (Professional Diploma in Information Technology): An in-depth IT training program to produce proficient IT professionals.
• DCA: (Diploma in Computer Application): A foundational course in computer applications, perfect for beginners.
• Programming Languages: Courses in various programming languages to cater to the growing demand for software developers.

Edutech Skill Academy (NBCE Technical Institute – NBCETI) is renowned for several unique features that set it apart from other technical institutes:

• Best Institute in Assam: With 14 years of successful operation, Edutech Skill Academy (NBCETI) has consistently delivered quality education.
• Award-Winning Institute: Edutech Skill Academy (NBCETI) has been honored three times with the “Best of India” award, highlighting its excellence in education.
• Experienced Faculty: The teachers at Edutech Skill Academy are very experienced and want students to succeed.
• 100% Job Assistance: Multiple students has already placed in various Government and private sector. Edutech Skill Academy (NBCETI) provides comprehensive job placement support, ensuring every student can secure employment.
• Digital Classroom: Advance Computer lab with latest hardware & software.
• Student Felicitation: Edutech Skill Academy celebrates the achievements of its students with special events upon course completion.
• Personalized Counseling: The institute provides individualized counseling to guide students in their career paths.

Edutech Skill Academy is equipped with modern facilities that create an optimal learning environment. These include advanced computer labs, updated hardware and networking equipment, and vocational training workshops. Such facilities ensure that students receive practical, hands-on training to complement their theoretical knowledge.

Edutech Skill Academy (NBCE Technical Institute – NBCETI) commitment to excellence is reflected in its numerous awards and recognitions. Over the years, the institute has garnered multiple accolades for its outstanding contributions to technical education:

Excellence Awards (2013-2018): Recognized by NEDS, continuously 6 years as the “Best Computer Institute in Assam”.

• Awards in 2019: Edutech Skill Academy (NBCETI) received several prestigious awards including “Best of India (NBCE),” “NBCE Top 50 1st Position,” “NBCE Ratna,” “Best of Assam,” and “Master of ADIT Plus.”
• Awards in 2022: Continued excellence with awards such as “Best of India (NBCE),” “Best of Assam,” “NBCE Ratna,” “NBCE Top 50 1st Position,” “Master of e Prabesh,” and “Master of Digital Bharat.”
• Achievements in 2023: Further recognition with awards including “Best of India (NBCE),” “Best of Assam,” “NBCE Top 50 1st Position,” “NBCE Ratna,” and “Master of Digital Bharat.”

Winning the “Best of India” award for 2019, 2020 – 2021 – 2022, 2023 proves the institute’s honesty and dedication. This consistent recognition highlights the quality and commitment of Edutech Skill Academy (NBCETI) in providing excellent technical education. It shows that the institute is truly committed to helping students succeed.

Edutech Skill Academy is deeply committed to community engagement, particularly in rural areas. The institute conducts workshops, seminars, and career counseling sessions to raise awareness about the importance of technical education. By empowering rural youth with essential skills, Edutech Skill Academy (NBCETI) plays a crucial role in fostering economic growth and self-sufficiency in these communities.

Edutech Skill Academy (NBCE Technical Institute – NBCETI) has two main campuses, each easily accessible and well-equipped:

Sapekhati Campus:

Address: Near Sapekhati SBI ATM, P.O: Sapekhati,

District: Charaideo, Assam, PIN: 785692

Contact Number: +91 7002807688

Website: www.nbceti.in

Borhat Campus:

Address: SBI Building, 2nd Floor, P.O: Borhat,

District: Charaideo, Assam, PIN: 785693

Contact Number: +91 7002807688

Website: www.nbceti.in

Edutech Skill Academy (NBCE Technical Institute – NBCETI) is a beacon of quality technical education, especially for rural youth. With its comprehensive course offerings, exceptional faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and a proven track record of success, Edutech Skill Academy is shaping the future of countless students. The institute’s numerous awards and recognitions underscore its commitment to excellence. As Edutech Skill Academy continues to grow, it remains steadfast in its mission to provide top-notch education and training, ensuring a brighter future for its students and the community at large.

By – Ruksana Khatun

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New Delhi (India), March 15: Durian Furniture, India’s esteemed luxury furniture brand, has inaugurated their newest showroom in Guwahati, Assam on 2nd March 2024. Located in the heart of Lachitnagar, this expansive 21525 sq. ft. space boasts an exquisite range of home and office furniture. 

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At Durian Furniture, customer satisfaction is paramount. Knowledgeable staff members provide personalized expert guidance, ensuring customers find pieces that complement their spaces perfectly. Hassle-free delivery and installation services further enhance the overall experience, backed by a reassuring 5-year warranty for added peace of mind.

To commemorate this significant milestone, Durian Furniture is extending exclusive inaugural discounts on select home and office furniture pieces. This presents customers with the opportunity to acquire enduring, high-quality furniture at exceptional prices.

For those looking for premium furniture in Guwahati, Durian Furniture’s showroom promises a vast selection of timeless pieces and an unparalleled shopping experience.

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New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) "It is the foremost duty of a ruler to keep his subjects happy and gain their confidence. In the same manner, it is also his duty to always uphold the truth and maintain honesty and sincerity in his behaviour."

In the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, Bhishma Pitamah gives the aforementioned treatise on Rajdharma -- or the principles of governance -- to Dharmaraj Yudhishthira. This ancient wisdom of Rajdharma serves as an inspiration to public servants like me.

When I became the Chief Minister of Assam on 10 May 2021, I sought to emulate these ideals. In front of me was the inspirational story of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a man who has lived up to the ideals of Rajdharma and served as an embodiment of righteousness. In 2014, he undertook a series of mammoth confidence-building initiatives to gain the trust of the people of the Northeast and win over their hearts with sincere love and devotion.

As a result, when I took office, my mission was clear -- I had to take forward the vision of PM Modi and implement his policies on the ground. We have envisioned an Assam where we eliminate the problems faced by the people and script a new destiny for their future.

Upon assuming office, we undertook various administrative reforms to improve governance. For example, we took the decision to hold weekly Cabinet meetings so as to make sure we are regularly communicating and updating ourselves to best govern the people of Assam. We have also held Cabinet meetings outside the capital, decentralising governance quite literally and taking it to different districts and towns.

Through such measures, we have been able to take decisions and implement policies that have laid the foundation of a new Assam. Our double-engine government has been working in the relentless pursuit of Rajdharma through various avenues.

The first major challenge we faced after assuming office was to improve the economic growth of a state that has historically been plagued by insurgency and militancy. Assam was lagging behind in key aspects of health, education and infrastructure. The state had minimal business activity, despite its tremendous potential.

The first step towards regenerating economic growth was the construction of infrastructure and then the clearing up of legal and administrative bottlenecks. This was a process that had speedily begun since 2014.

Assam in particular has witnessed unprecedented development in recent times, with the addition of several newly constructed bridges, the expansion of roads and highways, and the ongoing construction of a tunnel under the Brahmaputra. This infrastructure boost offers massive headroom for connectivity via road, air and sea, fostering economic growth.

These measures by the Union government are being complemented in Assam by our state government policies that promote ease of doing business. With the decriminalisation of labour laws we have eliminated the risk of imprisonment for economic offences that do not involve mala fide acts. We have also repealed 364 old Acts to reduce the compliance burden on citizens and businesses. With a cheap land bank made available for industrial use, Assam paved the way for investors to establish manufacturing and other industries in the state.

The state currently boasts of more than 50 industrial parks with sector-specific infrastructure, an industrial zone of 99.4 miles along the National Highways near Guwahati and the only industrial growth centre in India with access to four countries within 750 km at Matia.

The latter is the most crucial, as India’s total exports to Bangladesh, Myanmar, Bhutan and Nepal stand at $17 billion, making Assam India's gateway to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the Asia-Pacific.

If we purely look at numbers, Assam’s gross domestic product (GDP) and per capita income have grown at unprecedented rates since 2014. The steep rise is a proof of the central government’s constant push for the development of Assam and the Northeast.

The result of these measures has been that the gross state domestic product (GSDP) of Assam for 2023-24 (at current prices) is projected to be Rs 5.67 lakh crore, amounting to a growth of 15 per cent over 2022-23.

In 2022-23, Assam's per capita income (at current prices) was estimated to be Rs 118,504, an increase of 15 per cent over 2021-22. In 2022-23, India's per capita income was estimated to increase by 14 per cent to Rs 170,620. According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey, in 2021–22, Assam’s unemployment rate was 4.9 per cent (as per current weekly status), lower than the national unemployment rate of 6.6 per cent.

Currently, we are also working to calculate the GDP at the district level so as to understand the economic conditions of each district and work towards achieving equitable economic progress throughout the state.

These steps taken by the state government, coupled with the Centre's push for strengthening geographical connectivity through building robust road and railway infrastructure along with building new airports, gave Assam the title of 'most improved big state' by India Today.

New Delhi, Dec 29 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the signing of the Memorandum of Settlement with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) will ensure peace in Assam and the northeastern region.

"Today is a golden day for Assam when peace is going to be established in the northeast and Assam, which have been bearing the brunt of violence for a long time. After Narendra Modi became the Prime Minister in 2014, efforts were made to bridge the gap between Delhi and the northeast and talks with everyone started with an open mind," he said.

According to the Union Home Minister, the Ministry of Home Affairs worked with the vision of a northeast free from extremism, violence and conflict.

He said that in the last five years, nine peace and border related agreements have been signed with different states in the northeast, and all these developments have established peace in a large part of the northeast.

Shah also said that more than 9,000 cadres (of militant groups) have surrendered and the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) has been lifted from 85 per cent of Assam.

"Due to the tripartite agreement being signed today between the government of India, the government of Assam and ULFA, Narendra Modi-led government has achieved success in eliminating all the violent groups in Assam. This agreement is very important for peace in Assam and the entire northeast," he added.

Amit Shah said that in the agreement signed on Friday, ULFA representatives have agreed to abjure the path of violence, lay down all their arms and ammunition and disband their armed organisation.

Apart from this, ULFA has also agreed to vacate all camps occupied by its armed cadres, engage in the peaceful democratic process established by law and maintain the integrity of the country.

Shah said that a time-bound programme will be made by the Ministry of Home Affairs, to fulfill the demands of ULFA and a committee will also be formed for its monitoring.

He also said that after Narendra Modi-led government came to power in 2014, violent incidents in Assam decreased by 87 per cent, deaths by 90 per cent and kidnappings by 84 per cent.

"So far, 7,500 cadres have surrendered in Assam alone, which will have an addition of 750 more today, thus the surrender of over 8,200 cadres in Assam alone is the beginning of a new era of peace," the Home Minister added.