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11 Jun

SKM Chief takes oath as new Chief Minister of Sikkim, Prem Singh Tamang

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In recent, state polling, the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) party, led by PS Golay, won 31 out of 32 seats against the Pawan Chamling-led Sikkim Democratic Front. After the victory Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) took oath as newly elected Chief Minister of Sikkim along with other Council of Ministers. According to the sources, a total of eleven minister in the swearing-ceremony took oath for development and balance of the state, Sikkim. Additionally, the group of ministers including PS Golay are Sonam Lama, Arun Upreti, Samdup Lepcha, Bhima Hang Limboo, Bhojraj Rai, G.T. Dhungyel, Puran Kumar Gurung, Pintso Namgyal Lepcha, N.B.…

10 Jun

Jiribam violence: Manipur takes refugee in Assam

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Fresh violence hits Manipur again, the latest surge began as Soibam Saratkumar Singh, a 59-year-old Meitei farmer who had been missing for weeks. His death sparked outrage among the local residents and have been demanding the right to arm themselves for protection. The incident took place at Manipur's Jiribam district on June 6, 2024. Following the incident, the state has been unrest prompting hundreds to flee and seek refugees in neighbouring state, Assam particularly in Lakhipur area of Cachar district. To prevent the crossing border, Assam has tightened security measures at the Assam-Manipur border. Numal Mahatta, the Superintendent of Police…

08 Jun

‘Our vote share increased 10% from that of the 2019’: Himanta Biswa Sarma

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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma analyses number of votes post-Lok Sabha election results. The Assam CM claimed that now Congress is completely Muslim party, the vote share didn't increase at the cost of BJP, their was a shift of Muslims from AIUDF party to Congress party. Assam CM said, "The results make it clear that the Muslims, who account for 40% of the State’s electorate, have adopted the Congress in Assam. I do not know whether they will remain with the Congress or return to the AIUDF in the 2026 Assembly election." Analysing the NDA's route, he shared, "Our…

07 Jun

Fuel prices cheaper in Assam compared to West Bengal: Assam CM

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Petrol and diesel prices in Assam has been increased by Rs. 1.01 since Thursday just after twenty-four hours of election results declaration which has raised eyebrows of the residents. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma defending the sudden hike mentioned that fuel prices are cheaper in Assam compared to opposition led states. Assam CM asserted that, "Before the Lok Sabha polls, we made the petrol-diesel prices cheaper by Rs 3 per litre. But due to flooding and other situations in the state, we were forced to increase the prices by only Re 1.” Further he added, “If anybody compares the…

06 Jun

Fuel prices rise in Assam following LS election results announcement

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Assam witnesses surge of fuel price after Lok Sabha elections results declaration. According to the sources, petrol prices have risen by Rs. 1.02 rupees, while diesel prices have increased by Rs. 1.01. The surge of sudden fuel prices has sparked widespread concern among the residents of Assam, unexpected hike just after twenty-four hours of election results announcement. As of today, the price of petrol in Guwahati stands at Rs 97.19 per litre, a slight increase from yesterday's rate of Rs 96.17. Similarly, diesel prices in Guwahati have risen to Rs 89.42 per litre from yesterday's rate of Rs 88.41.

05 Jun

Gaurav Gogoi snatches ruling BJP seat in Jorhat, Assam

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Lok Sabha election 2024 results are out, BJP won maximum number of 272 seats but opponent Congress has made a strongest come back by doubling number of seats to 232 seats this year. Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi hailing from Assam, snatches Jorhat seat from the ruling BJP by defeating Topon Kumar Gogoi with a margin of 1,44,393 votes. BJP MLA Mrinal Saikia who is to join the saffron party taking a dig at his party congratulated Gaurav Gogoi through a social media post, "Special congratulations to @GauravGogoiAsm for your amazing win. This result is very significant in Jorhat in many…

04 Jun

Manoj Bajpayee gave up all his bad habits to shape his career

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Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee is known as one of the gem of the industry. Coming from a small town to making it big in the bollywood industry, the actor had to face a lot on the professional front. The actor recently shared about his ups and downs in the beginning and how he overcame from the phase. He expressed saying, "There was a time when my career faced hardships, I faced financial struggles too. So one day, I decided that I couldn’t take it anymore. I started waking up at 5 am. I would do yoga and discipline myself. During…

03 Jun

Amul milk price increases, to impact across the country

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The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) has announced that Amul milk price is increased by Rs 2 per litre, due to overall cost of operation and to compensate farmers for their increased cost of production. The GCMMF issued notice saying, "This price hike is being done due to an increase in the overall cost of operation and production of milk. Our member unions have also increased farmers’ compensation by approximately 6-8 per cent over the last one year." Further, the Amul milk price hike will be effective by today, Monday over nationwide.

01 Jun

Assam University postpones exam due to flood crisis and relief camp

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The Assam University, Silchar had earlier scheduled to being TDC (CBCS) even-semester examinations by June 1, 2024 but due to ongoing natural calamities flood, continuous rain, heavy storm and relief camp on the campus the authorities have decided to cancel the exam. A notice was issued by the Assam University authorities, which said, It is hereby informed to all concerned that the pre-scheduled examination of TDC (CBCS) even semester examination 2024 of June 1, 2024 has been postponed until further order considering the flood situation and opening of relief camps in the campus of some of the affiliated colleges of…

30 May

Assam: Ambubachi Mela to start from June 22, 2024

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The significant religious event, Ambubachi Mela which takes place every year in Assam Shaktipeeth Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati is to take place by June 22 to 26 June, 2024. The temple will be opened for devotees frot 8-9 am. The Ambubachi Mela, dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya, Devi Sati who embodies female power. It is believed that after her death Devi Sati 's yoni(female sexual organ) fell on the site which became sacred site for the devotees. During festival Goddess Kamakhya undergoes her annual menstrual cycle. The temple remains closed for three days. Then from the fourth day, the annual Ambubachi Mela…