New Delhi,19.02.2024: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has lodged a complaint against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal under Section 174 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The complaint alleges that Kejriwal intentionally disobeyed the first three summonses issued to him in connection with an excise policy-linked money laundering case. The court has acknowledged the complaint, indicating a prima facie acceptance that Kejriwal may have committed an offence. The focus of the court is not on the validity of the summonses but on the alleged intentional disobedience by Kejriwal. Despite being summoned six times, the 55-year-old Chief Minister declined to appear before…
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IMPHAL,17.02.2024:In a distressing incident, a Border Security Force (BSF) jawan was injured in a gun attack in Manipur’s Kakching district on Saturday. The injured head constable, identified as Som Dutt, 45, hails from Himachal Pradesh and sustained injuries to his left shoulder when he was hit by a bullet at Sugnu village. The attack occurred amid a series of consistent assaults by armed men over the last three days in Sugnu. According to officials, on Friday night, assailants fired from hill slopes using medium machine guns, escalating tensions in the region. The situation escalated further on Wednesday when armed men…
KOKRAJHAR,17.02.2024:In a grim turn of events, two students who had been missing since the Saraswati Puja celebrations on February 14 were discovered dead in a forest area at Garotila Hills of Charaikola in Kokrajhar. The victims, both students of a government college in Kokrajhar, were suspected to have taken their own lives under mysterious circumstances, possibly due to complications in their love affairs. The girl’s guardian had lodged a missing complaint when she failed to return home after attending the Saraswati Puja festivities in her college. Authorities were alerted, and the Kokrajhar district police, along with the crime branch, promptly…
Guwahati,17.02.2024:In a bid to ensure the smooth flow of traffic and maintain public safety, the Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has issued a stern warning to all residents, urging them to refrain from blocking roads with building materials. The directive comes in response to a growing concern over the obstruction of thoroughfares due to construction materials, causing inconvenience to both motorists and pedestrians. In an official statement released today, the GMC emphasized the need for residents to keep roads clear and accessible for the benefit of everyone in the community. The corporation expressed its commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient…
GUWAHATI, 17.02.2024:In a groundbreaking announcement on the microblogging site X, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma unveiled a comprehensive series of initiatives designed to breathe new life into the Assamese film industry. The Assam Budget 2024 reflects a resolute commitment to bolster local cinema, providing substantial support measures that aim to propel Assamese talent onto the global stage. One of the key highlights of the announcement is the government’s pledge to allocate 10 lakh rupees to each full-fledged Assamese cinema, offering a much-needed financial lifeline to sustain and enhance their operations. This move is expected to not only alleviate financial…
GUWAHATI February 17, 2024:In a relentless pursuit to combat the menace of illegal drugs, Assam Police achieved a significant breakthrough on February 16, seizing five soap boxes containing a total of 70 grams of suspected heroin. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, the law enforcement agency conducted a targeted search operation in Mirza, situated in Kamrup district. During the raid, the Assam Police intercepted an Alto car and discovered the illicit substance hidden within five soap boxes. The estimated street value of the seized heroin is reported to be around Rs 1 crore, underscoring the severity of the illicit drug trade…
Guwahati, 16.02.2024:In yet another commendable achievement, the Special Task Force (STF) executed a successful raid at Lalmati, Guwahati, leading to the apprehension of two notorious drug peddlers. The meticulously planned operation, spearheaded by Inspector Kapil Pathak, unfolded in the early hours of [Date], resulting in a significant blow to the illicit drug trade in the region. The STF team, acting on credible intelligence, swooped down on the targeted location, where the two suspects were allegedly involved in the distribution of narcotics. The swift and decisive action of the STF not only ensured the safety of the community but also dealt…
GOLAGHAT, 16.02.2024: In a surprising turn of events, the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has taken swift action by relieving Golaghat District Congress President Dadu Taye from his duties with immediate effect. The decision was made following reports that Taye had held a meeting with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in the presence of Biswajit Phukan on Wednesday. In an official notification released on Friday, APCC President Bhupen Bora stated that Taye’s removal was prompted by his failure to take the Congress party into confidence before engaging in discussions with the Chief Minister. Bora emphasized that Taye should have…
February 16, 2024 In a grim turn of events, Milan Chandra Sarma, a 63-year-old employee of the Cachar Paper Mill, succumbed to Multiple Organ Failure followed by Heart Blockade on February 16, bringing the total death toll of employees from the Cachar and Nagaon Paper Mills to a staggering 121. These mills, once part of the defunct Hindustan Paper Corporation (HPC), were subsequently taken over by the Assam government, leaving a trail of hardships for the workers. Milan Chandra Sarma, a resident of Amolapatti Natyamondir Chariali, Nagoan Constituency, Nagaon, battled with deteriorating health conditions before his unfortunate demise at around…
Mumbai, February 16, 2024:In the aftermath of a tragic incident at Mumbai Airport where a passenger collapsed and died, allegedly due to a shortage of wheelchairs, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a Show Cause Notice to Air India for non-compliance with the Aircraft Rules, 1937. The incident occurred on February 12th when a passenger traveling from New York to Mumbai fell ill while proceeding to clear immigration with his wife, who was in a wheelchair. According to a spokesperson for Air India, due to a high demand for wheelchairs, the airline had requested the passenger to…