PM Modi to Visit MP, Bihar, and Assam for Three Days from Sunday
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Assam for three days starting Sunday. During his visit, he will take part in various development programs, including an investment summit in Bhopal and a financial aid distribution event for farmers in Bhagalpur. On Sunday, in Madhya Pradesh, he will lay the foundation stone for the Bageshwar Dham Medical and Science Research Institute in Chhatarpur. The next day, he will officially open the Global Investors Summit in Bhopal. In Bihar, on Monday, PM Modi will release the 19th installment of the PM-KISAN scheme, providing financial assistance to farmers. He will also launch several development projects before heading to Assam. On Monday evening, he will attend Jhumoir Binandini, a cultural event in Assam. The next day, he will inaugurate the Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit in Guwahati. According to the Prime Ministers Office (PMO), the two-day Global Investors Summit in Bhopal will help position Madhya Pradesh as a top investment destination. The summit will include sessions on industries such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, transport, logistics, tourism, and MSMEs. Special discussions will also focus on partnerships with countries from the Global South, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The event will feature three major exhibitions: an auto show, a textile and fashion expo, and an exhibition on One District-One Product (ODOP) to highlight local craftsmanship and cultural heritage. Representatives from over 60 countries, along with Indian policymakers and business leaders, will attend. As part of the PM-KISAN scheme, more than 9.7 crore farmers across India will receive Rs.21,500 crore in direct financial aid. The Bihar event will celebrate the formation of the 10,000th Farmer Producer Organization (FPO), which helps farmers collectively market and sell their products. PM Modi will also open the Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Breeds in Motihari and launch a new milk processing plant in Barauni, which aims to support three lakh dairy farmers by providing an organized market for their products. The Jhumoir Binandini event in Assam will be a grand cultural program featuring 8,000 dancers performing the traditional Jhumoir dance of Assams tea tribes and Scheduled Tribes. This event marks 200 years of Assams tea industry and industrialization. The investment summit in Assam will include seven ministerial sessions, 14 special discussions, and an exhibition showcasing the states economy, industrial growth, and trade opportunities. Over 240 exhibitors will participate in the event.
KIIT student suicide: Nepal , Bhutan & Northeast students leave campus amid unrest, allege abuse
Guwahati: Following the alleged suicide of a 20-year-old Nepalese student at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) University in Odisha, a large number of students from Nepal, Bhutan, and Northeast India have left the institution, citing mistreatment and safety concerns. Prakriti Lamsal, a third-year B Tech student, was found dead in her hostel room on [] The post KIIT student suicide: Nepal , Bhutan & Northeast students leave campus amid unrest, allege abuse appeared first on NorthEast Now .
PM Modi on 3-day visit to Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Assam from Sunday
Modi will inaugurate Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit in Guwahati on Tuesday
Reliance Consumer opens new beverages bottling plant in Guwahati
Guwahati plant to manufacture Reliance Consumers beverage portfolio, including Campa Cola, Campa Orange, Campa Lemon, Power Up, and packaged drinking water under the Independence and Sure Water brands
Mahbubul Hoque, Chancellor of University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM) has been arrested by the Assam police from his residence in Guwahati. Mahbubul Hoque has been at the receiving end of several attacks by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, The Indian Express noted. According to NorthEast Live , the Special Task Force of Assam police arrested Hoque from his residence in Ghoramara, Guwahati. He has been taken to Sribhumi for questioning. BJP spreads poison in society in name of religion, love jihad, flood jihad: Hemant Soren His arrest is linked to allegations of taking money in exchange for facilitating unfair means during the CBSE Class 12 Physics examination. However, the police have not disclosed the exact reason why Hoque was arrested, according to the NorthEast News. However, NorthEast Live said that a major law and order situation had unfolded on Friday during the Class 12 examinations held in the Central Public School, in Patharkandi under Sribhumi district, run by the ERD foundation. Further details are awaited.
Assam: One dead, 10 injured in bus-truck collision near Azara
Guwahati: One person was killed and 10 others injured in a head-on collision between a night super bus and a truck near Azara, on the outskirts of Guwahati, early on Saturday morning. The accident occurred near TechCity in the Bongra area of Assams Kamrup Rural district. According to sources, the bus lost control after the [] The post Assam: One dead, 10 injured in bus-truck collision near Azara appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Meluri Officially Inaugurated as Nagalands 17th District, Ushering in a New Era of Growth
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 22: Nagaland has formally opened Meluri as its 17th district, a major milestone for the states administrative and developmental setup. Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio inaugurated the district at a grand function at a public ground in Kohima on February 21. The function was graced by ministers, legislators, Naga tribal leaders, and []
Assam Police Detains APYC President Zubair Anam Ahead of Protest
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 22: Assam Pradesh Youth Congress (APYC) president Zubair Anam was picked up by the Assam Police from his house in Guwahati on Saturday morning. The arrest comes mere hours before a protest called by the Assam Pradesh Youth Congress Committee. It has been reported that the administration of the police detained []
Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader beaten to death in Dhaka
Guwahati: A prominent member of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) was fatally attacked in Dhaka, succumbing to injuries inflicted by assailants in front of his wife, according to police reports. Mohammad Babul Mia, former vice-president of the BNPs Kulla union unit, was harvesting mustard with his wife, Yasmin Begum, near the Akshirnagar Housing area of [] The post Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader beaten to death in Dhaka appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Sudden Fire Erupts in Oil Pipeline at New Bongaigaon Railway Station
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 22: A sudden fire erupted in an oil pipeline at New Bongaigaon Railway Station on February 22, and an instant response of emergency services was launched by local authorities immediately. The unexpected fire prompted an immediate deployment of resources to isolate the potentially hazardous situation and prevent it from escalating further. []
Assam: Massive protest by Youth Congress in Guwahati
Guwahati: A massive protest was undertaken by the Assam Youth Congress in Guwahatis Six Mile on Saturday, sparked by the detention of Youth Congress Leader Zubair Anam and the assault on Congress MP Rakibul Hussain. Zubair Anam after being house arrested said that free speech was violated. He also condemned the attack on MP Rakibul [] The post Assam: Massive protest by Youth Congress in Guwahati appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Reliance Consumer Products sets up new Campa bottling plant in Guwahati
Reliance Consumer Products Ltd (RCPL) has expanded Campas presence in Northeast India by opening a new bottling plant in Guwahati. The facility, developed with local partner Jericho, is one of the largest in the region and aims to supply various beverages while generating local employment opportunities.
Manipur: Six Kangleipak Communist Party Cadres Arrested, Explosives Seized in Kakching
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 22: The security scenario in Manipur has been tense but under control in the last 24 hours as security forces stepped up search operations and area domination in the vulnerable hill and valley districts. Measures to check violence and retrieve illegal weapons have been tightened, giving a sense of control in []
Sribhumi Police Dismantle Large-Scale Mobile Theft Racket
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 22: Sribhumi police have successfully cracked a major mobile snatching racket associated with West Bengal, arresting six people and confiscating a big stock of stolen mobiles and parts. This operation is a major breakthrough in the battle against organized mobile snatching in the area. Based on certain intelligence inputs, Nilambazar Police []
Assam Police Detain USTM Chancellor Mahbubul Hoque Over Examination Malpractice Allegations
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 22: In a significant development, Assam Police detained Mahbubul Hoque, the Chancellor of the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM), from his residence in Guwahatis Ghoramara on Saturday morning. His arrest was carried out by a joint team comprising officers from Panbazar Police and the Special Task Force (STF) of []
Assam: USTM Chancellor detained in CBSE exam malpractice case
Guwahati: Mahbubul Hoque, the Chancellor of the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) was detained by a joint team of police and the Special Task Force (STF) from his residence in Guwahati, Assam. While there was no clear statement behind the reason for the arrest, it has now been reported that the USTM founder [] The post Assam: USTM Chancellor detained in CBSE exam malpractice case appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: USTM ChancellorMahbubul Hoque detained by police
Guwahati: Mahbubul Hoque, the Chancellor of the University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM) was detained by a police team in Guwahati, Assam on Saturday morning. As per reports, he was arrested by a police team comprising of Panbazar Police and Special Task Force (STF) of the Assam Police. However, the police have not disclosed [] The post Assam: USTM ChancellorMahbubul Hoque detained by police appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Assembly discontinues namaz break for first time
Guwahati: During the current Budget session, the long-standing Assam Assembly custom of taking a two-hour break to allow Muslim lawmakers to offer namaz on Fridays was abandoned for the first time. The House decided to eliminate the break at its most recent session in August of the previous year, but it went into effect this Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
NFRs initiatives for passengers travelling to Maha Kumbh
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, Feb 21: Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has been operating seven to eight regular trains along with special trains for Maha Kumbh. The NFR through a PR on Friday, stated that a total of 26 trips of special trains have been operated so far from Kamakhya, Naharlagun, Guwahati, Katihar, Jogbani and Rangapara. Anticipating []
Supreme Court seeks responses from Assam, Maharashtrain Ashish Chanchlani obscenity case
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has asked the governments of Assam and Maharashtra to respond to a petition filed by YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani. Chanchlani is seeking to transfer an obscenity case filed against him in Guwahati to Mumbai. The case stems from allegations of obscenity on the show Indias Got Latent, featuring podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, [] The post Supreme Court seeks responses from Assam, Maharashtrain Ashish Chanchlani obscenity case appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Infosys has launched a 230-member Project Development Centre in Guwahati, marking Assam as an emerging tech hub. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma anticipates investments exceeding Rs 1 lakh crore from the upcoming summit, with substantial contributions to infrastructure and varied sectors such as aviation, power, and healthcare.
Supreme Court reprimands Assam govt in beef transportation case
Guwahati: The Supreme Court on Friday puled up the Assam government for focusing on meat transporters instead of more productive work. A bench of Justices AS Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan questioned the states priorities while granting interim relief to a transporter charged with transporting packaged raw meat, Bar and Bench reported. The State should have [] The post Supreme Court reprimands Assam govt in beef transportation case appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Detention of village volunteers trigger widespread protests in Imphal
GUWAHATI: Protests broke out in different parts of Manipurs Imphal valley on Friday after security forces apprehended 28 village volunteers. According to reports, the persons, believed to be from the Meitei radical group Arambai Tenggol, were picked up during an early morning raid carried out at Panjao Pallumda in the Kakching district. They were later taken to a camp in Thoubal district and were reportedly released. When news about their apprehension spread, protests erupted in the five districts of Imphal Valley. The protestors burnt tyres and blocked roads. In the wake of the lightning protests, shopkeepers downed their shutters. Women had come out in large numbers in different parts of the valley. They shouted slogans demanding the immediate release of the persons and the revocation of the Presidents rule. President's Rule imposed in Manipur following Biren Singh's resignation amid ethnic violence They said Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla s call to people to surrender weapons was unreasonable as the crisis was yet to be resolved while a stable government was yet to be established. The governor had on Thursday issued a seven-day ultimatum asking people to surrender the looted weapons within seven days or face strict action. In an appeal, he stated that people of Manipur, both in the valley and the hills, suffered immense hardship for over 20 months due to a series of unfortunate incidents affecting peace and communal harmony. In the greater interest of restoring normalcy, so that people can return to their normal day-to-day activities, all communities in the state must come forward to ensure cessation of hostilities and maintenance of peace and order in the society. It is in this regard that I sincerely request the people of all communities, particularly the youth in the valley and the hills, to voluntarily come forward and surrender the looted and the illegally held weapons and ammunition the governor had appealed.
Arunachal: Central Bureau of Narcotics destroys illegal poppy fields
Guwahati: A large-scale operation led by the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN), supported by various security forces and the state government, has uncovered a shocking link between narcotics trafficking and terrorism in Arunachal Pradesh. The drive, conducted across several districts including Lohit, Namsai, and Changlang, has resulted in the destruction of illegal poppy cultivation spanning [] The post Arunachal: Central Bureau of Narcotics destroys illegal poppy fields appeared first on NorthEast Now .
APSC scam: Gauhati HC dismisses Assam govts plea against stay on suspended Tax Inspector
Guwahati: The Gauhati High Court has dismissed a petition filed by the Assam government challenging a single benchs stay order on the suspension of Priyanka Deka, Inspector of Taxes. Deka was suspended by the Assam government following her implication in the APSC scam, as named in an inquiry commission report headed by Justice (Retd) Biplab [] The post APSC scam: Gauhati HC dismisses Assam govts plea against stay on suspended Tax Inspector appeared first on NorthEast Now .
The Supreme Court on Friday issued notice to the governments of Assam and Maharashtra on a petition filed by YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani seeking transfer of an obscenity case registered against him in Guwahati to Mumbai. The FIR was lodged in connection with allegations of promoting obscenity on the show, Indias Got Latent, involving podcaster Ranveer [] The post Ranveer Allahabadia obscene remarks case: Supreme Court issues notice to Assam & Maharashtra governments on Ashish Chanchlani plea appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice on a petition filed by YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani, seeking to quash or transfer an FIR registered against him in Guwahati for allegedly promoting obscenity in an online show.
Ten persons arrested for attack on Congress MP, says Assam CM
Ten persons arrested for attack on Congress MP, says Assam CM Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday that ten persons have been arrested in connection with the attack on Congress MP Rakibul Hussain. Taking to social media platform X, CM Sarma said, The police have identified the individuals involved in the [] The post Ten persons arrested for attack on Congress MP, says Assam CM appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Boko River Pollution: Swachh Bharat Mission Fails in Boko Market Area
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 21: In 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated the Swachh Bharat Mission with the aim of enhancing waste management and eradicating open defecation throughout India. Yet, in the Boko Market region, this mission has not been successful to a great extent, especially in relation to the Boko River, which has become []
Arunachal Pradesh CM clarifies Religious Freedom Act rules
Guwahati: In response to growing concerns regarding the implementation of the Arunachal Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act (APFRA), Chief Minister Pema Khandu has asserted that the forthcoming rules are designed to safeguard the states indigenous culture and traditions, not to discriminate against any religious group. Khandu explained that the move to finalize the rules was [] The post Arunachal Pradesh CM clarifies Religious Freedom Act rules appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Allahbadia row: SC issues notices to Maha, Assam govts
The Supreme Court on Friday sought response of Maharashtra and Assam governments on a plea of YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani seeking to quash or transfer to Mumbai a first information report (FIR) registered in Guwahati in connection with a case of allegedly promoting obscenity in an online show.
Assam police identify 10 suspects in attack on Congress MP Rakibul Hussain
GUWAHATI: he Assam Police have identified 10 people involved in the attack on Congress MP Rakibul Hussain in Nagaon district on Thursday. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed the development on social media, stating that the police had identified those responsible for the assault. The individuals named are Harun from Jamtola, Haresh from Fakoli, Basir from Tamulitup, Kasem Ali and Rosidul from Kawoimari, Ayub from Gunabari, Lutkior from Rail Station, Khaleque from Rowmari, Mojibur from Gorematikhowa, and Jahangir from Koachgaon. Sarma assured that the police would take action according to the law. Hussain had filed an FIR on Friday, naming 22 people in connection with the attack. The incident occurred in Rupohihat while he was riding a two-wheeler to attend a party event. In a viral video, a man was seen striking him with a bat-like object, causing him to fall on the road. His security officers tried to protect him but were overpowered and assaulted by the attackers. Hussain, who won the Samaguri Assembly seat five times since 2001, was elected to the Lok Sabha from Dhubri last year. His son contested the by-election for the Samaguri seat but lost to a BJP candidate.
PFCI Urges Gauhati High Court to Rescue Abused Elephant Joymala
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 21: The Chennai-based animal welfare organization, People for Cattle in India (PFCI), has moved the Gauhati High Court to step into the rescue and rehabilitation of Joymala (also spelled Jeymalyatha), an elephant who is said to have suffered years of abuse and neglect. Joymala has been kept in captivity at the []
APSC Scam: Mukul Saikia Exposes Judicial Lapses, Questions Commissions Credibility
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 21: The APSC scam has taken a dramatic turn with some shocking revelations made by Mukul Saikia, the key investigating officer of the case. They never called me, although I conducted the inquiry into the fraud, said Saikia. I would have been invited to provide my reports. Somebody must have not []
Fake Higher Secondary Chemistry Question Paper Sparks Concern in Assam
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 21: A forged Higher Secondary (HS) Chemistry question paper has been circulating on social media, causing panic and distress among students sitting for their exams. The forged document, which presented itself as the authentic question paper, caused fear of misinformation at a critical time in the academic calendar. Assam Education Minister []
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday sought response of Maharashtra and Assam governments on a plea of YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani seeking to quash or transfer to Mumbai an FIR registered in Guwahati in connection with a case of allegedly promoting obscenity in an online show. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh issued notice and tagged Chanchlani's plea with influencer Ranveer Allahbadia's pending petition. At the outset, the bench told Chanchlani's counsel that he was already granted bail in the matter. Counsel for Chanchlani admitted that he has got the relief but he was against lodging multiple of the FIR in connection with that one particular show. The bench said it was already hearing the issue and tagged Chanchlani's plea. On February 18, the top court granted interim protection from arrest to podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia over his comments on a YouTube show while calling it vulgar and saying he had dirty mind which put the society to shame. Several FIRs were lodged against Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, for the comment on parents and sex on comic Samay Raina's YouTube show India's Got Latent. The Gauhati High Court Tuesday granted interim bail to Chanchlani while hearing his anticipatory bail petition and asked him to be present before the investigating officer within 10 days. The FIR was registered by the Guwahati Police on a complaint of an individual on February 10 under various sections of the Bhartiya Nyay Sanhtia (BNS), Information Technology Act, Cinematograph Act and Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act.
SC seeks response from Maharashtra, Assam on Chanchlanis plea to quash FIR
The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Maharashtra and Assam governments on YouTuber Ashish Chanchlanis plea to quash or transfer an FIR lodged in Guwahati over alleged obscenity in an online show. His case has been tagged with influencer Ranveer Allahbadias ongoing petition.
YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani has requested the Supreme Court to quash or transfer an FIR from Guwahati to Mumbai. The FIR alleges promoting obscenity in an online show. The Gauhati High Court has granted Chanchlani interim bail, ordering him to present before the investigating officer within 10 days.
Assam-Arunachal Border Unrest Sparks Protests and Effigy Burnings on Statehood Day
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 21: Demonstrations and protests broke out at the border checkpoint of Assam-Arunachal Pradesh on the National Highway in Namsai district this morning, as Arunachal Pradesh is celebrating its 39th Statehood Day. The demonstration, where effigies were torched, was carried out by the Lekang unit of the All Moran Students Union (AMSU) []
Assam: Purnima Devi Barman Honored as The Times Woman of the Year for Wildlife Conservation
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 21: Assams award-winning wildlife conservationist and biologist Purnima Devi Barman has gained international recognition for being named among The Times Women of the Year. She shares the title with other recognized celebrities such as actress Nicole Kidman and activist Fatou Baldeh. Barmans dedication to wildlife preservation through her conservation of the []
Assam Assembly adjourned twice in 30 minutes amid uproar over attack on Congress MP
GUWAHATI: The Assam Assembly on Friday witnessed uproarious scenes over the attack on Congress MP Rakibul Hussain in Nagaon district . Speaker Biswajit Daimary adjourned the House twice within the first 30 minutes as the opposition Congress MLAs created noisy scenes after their adjournment motion to discuss the matter was disallowed. Leader of Opposition Debabrata Saikia of Congress raised the demand for adjournment motion as soon as the House assembled at 9.30 am. He maintained that the chief minister's reply on the matter in the Assembly did not show any repentance or apologise for the attack on Hussain. Hussain, the Dhubri MP and his personal security officers (PSOs) were attacked by unidentified persons at Rupohihat in Nagaon district on Thursday. The Congress MP was on his way to attend a meeting of party workers at Gunomari village under Rupohi police station on a two-wheeler when he was attacked with cricket bats by a group of people who had their faces covered with black cloth and were shouting slogans against the MP, police said. The DGP said later that the MP was unhurt but his two PSOs have received minor injuries and are being provided with necessary treatment. VIDEO | Assam: On the attack on Dhubri MP Rakibul Hussain, LoP in Assam Assembly Debabrata Saikia ( @DsaikiaOfficial ) says, We have asked the government to give us the details. There should be a thorough discussion as if a Member of Parliament, who is elected representative of pic.twitter.com/StFwOFQl9m Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 21, 2025 Speaker Daimary said the adjournment motion can not be allowed as discussion on finance bill was scheduled for the day. Minister Pijush Hazarika, responding to Saikia's allegation of the government not acting against the culprit, claimed that the attackers have been identified and action is being initiated. Unsatisfied with the response, the Congress legislators stormed into the Well of the House and created noisy scenes. The BJP legislators also shouted back at the opposition MLAs, claiming that attacks on their leaders happened during Congress regime but no action was taken. As the ruckus continued, the Speaker adjourned the House for 10 minutes. As soon as it reassembled, Congress legislators once again stormed into the Well and demanded discussion on the issue. As the noisy scenes continued, Daimary adjourned proceedings for another five minutes
Purnima Devi Barman of Assam wins TIMEs 2025 Women of the Year Award
Guwahati: TIME magazine has released its prestigious 2025 Women of the Year list, celebrating 13 remarkable women whose dedication and innovation are driving positive change worldwide. They are being honored for their significant contributions to building a more just and balanced society through their exemplary leadership, passionate advocacy, and tangible impact. Among the distinguished honorees [] The post Purnima Devi Barman of Assam wins TIMEs 2025 Women of the Year Award appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Guwahati Diary | Meghalaya government rubbishes CMs charge
Meghalaya govt rubbishes CMs charge The Meghalaya govt has rejected Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarmas allegations that the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) is issuing fake degrees and certificates to students. Chief Secretary DP Wahlang said, USTM is a state university, mandated by the Assembly of Meghalaya. Degrees are recognised by UGC and Medical Council. Therefore, there is no question of it being fake. It is a genuine university supported by the Meghalaya government. Recently, Sarma referred to the private university, located on the outskirts of Guwahati, as fraud, accusing it of issuing fake degrees and certificates. Bid to restore habitat for wild elephants Aaranyak, a well-known biodiversity conservation organization, has initiated efforts to restore habitation of wild elephants in Udalguri district, which is significantly impacted by human-elephant conflicts. As part of the initiative, a co-managed nursery has been set up over an area of 0.89 hectares with focus on raising plant species native to the state. In the last two years, around 27.55 lakh saplings of 17 native species were raised in the nursery and those will be eventually planted at the habitat restoration site, said Dr Alolika Sinha, a conservation biologist. 30K illegal immigrants deported till date Over 1.65 lakh illegal immigrants were detected in Assam till 2024 but only 30,115 were deported, the Assembly was told on Wednesday. In a written reply, Assam Accord Implementation Minister Atul Bora said 1,65,531 illegal immigrants were detected till December 31, 2024. He, however, did not mention to which country/countries the 30,115 were deported by the government. The people were detected based on the norms of the historic Assam Accord signed by the Centre in 1985 at the end of the six-year-long bloody Assam agitation which was spearheaded by All Assam Students Union. Prasanta mazumdar Our correspondent in Guwahati prasantamazumdar@newindianexpress.com
YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani has moved the Supreme Court seeking to quash or transfer an FIR filed against him in Guwahati over alleged obscenity on India's Got Latent.
Railway Electrification of Lumding Dibrugarh Section nearing completion
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, Feb 20: The Principal Chief Electrical Engineer of Northeast Frontier Railway conducted an inspection of the ongoing electrification work on the Mariani Simaluguri and Simaluguri Dibrugarh sections via Moranhat on February 19 and20. Upon completion, Dibrugarh will be directly connected to Guwahati through Overhead Equipment (OHE), enabling the Dibrugarh Rajdhani []
Joint stakeholders meet on Mission Shakti and Beti Bachao Beti Padhao held in Silchar
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, Feb 20: Silchar took a significant step towards gender equality and child protection as a Joint Stakeholder Meeting under Mission Shakti was held at the new conference hall of the Deputy Commissioners office on Wednesday. The meeting, organised by SANKALP, District Hub for Empowerment of Women (Cachar) under the Department of Women []
Assam: NGT dismisses suo motu case on proposed luxury hotels near Kaziranga
Guwahati: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has dismissed its suo motu case over the proposed construction of luxury hotels in and around Assams Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR). The case, originally registered as Original Application No. 1049/2024/PB, was initiated by the NGTs New Delhi bench based on a news report. The case was [] The post Assam: NGT dismisses suo motu case on proposed luxury hotels near Kaziranga appeared first on NorthEast Now .
OIL discovers hydrocarbons in Assams Kobu Chapori
Guwahati: Oil India Limited (OIL) has announced the discovery of hydrocarbons in the Kobu Chapori area in Assams Dhemaji district. OIL Chairman cum Managing Director, Ranit Rath, stated on Wednesday that extensive surveys and studies confirmed the presence of crude oil in the area, located under the Jonai area. Hydrocarbons, organic compounds composed of hydrogen [] The post OIL discovers hydrocarbons in Assams Kobu Chapori appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: Guwahatis air pollution hits hazardous levels, study finds
Guwahati: A new study using has revealed alarming levels of PM2.5 pollution in Assams capital city Guwahati, particularly during winter. The study using a network of low-cost air quality sensors found that winter pollution peaks at 113.05 micrograms per cubic meter (g/m), nearly three times the national safety limit. The research, published in Environmental Monitoring [] The post Assam: Guwahatis air pollution hits hazardous levels, study finds appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Congress MP Rakibul Hussain attacked in Nagaon; accuses CM Himanta Sarma
GUWAHATI: Assam Congress MP Rakibul Hussain was on Thursday attacked by miscreants in the states Nagaon district. The incident occurred at Rupohihat when the Dhubri MP was riding a two-wheeler to attend a party programme. In a viral video, a man can be seen hitting Hussain with what looked like a cricket bat, and he fell down on the road. His personal security officers (PSOs) had tried to save him, but they were overpowered and assaulted by the assailants. Talking to media persons later, Hussain alleged the attack on him was carried out at Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarmas direction. The attack was perpetrated by cowards. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma is afraid of losing power, and he is trying to remain alive politically by hook or by crook, Hussain said, referring to next years Assembly elections in the state. He (Sarma) should resign as the home minister if he cannot run the department or take action against the SP and the OC (officer in charge) of the local police station, the MP said. He also said that if he had been provided with adequate security, the miscreants would not have dared to attack him. He said he would not lodge an FIR as it was meaningless. FIRs lodged with SPs and OCs do not work when Himanta Biswa Sarma is the home minister. Previously, a woman was attacked. She was hospitalised but, surprisingly, it was considered a bailable offence, Hussain said. He had won Assembly elections five times in a row, beginning in 2001, from the Samaguri seat in Nagaon. After his election to the Lok Sabha last year, his son contested in the by-elections but lost to the BJP candidate. Meanwhile, the Congress slammed the BJP-led government over the incident, with state Congress president Bhupen Kumar Borah linking it to the upcoming Assembly elections. BJPs popularity is fast declining, so it has started targeting Congress and its workers. But one cannot win in a democracy by using muscle power. I appeal to Himanta Biswa Sarma to not push Assam to jungle raj, Borah said. He demanded the arrest of all those involved in the attack on Hussain, warning that the Congress would otherwise be compelled to take democratic steps.
Armaan Malik, Nikhita Gandhi And Raftaar To Performing At Royal Stag BoomBox In Guwahati
The upcoming edition of the music festival will now take place in Guwahati on March 1.
Assam: LumdingDibrugarh section railway electrification nearing completion
Guwahati: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is nearing completion of the electrification of the Lumding Dibrugarh railway section in Assam. The Principal Chief Electrical Engineer of NF Railway recently inspected the ongoing work on the Mariani-Simaluguri and Simaluguri Dibrugarh sections via Moranhat, NF Railway stated in a statement. Upon completion, Dibrugarh will be [] The post Assam: LumdingDibrugarh section railway electrification nearing completion appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: Congress MP Rakibul Hussain attacked in Rupahihat
Guwahati: Congress MP Rakibul Hussain was assaulted by masked assailants at Rupahihat in Assams Nagaon district on Thursday while en route to a party workers meeting in Gunabari. Eyewitnesses said a group of individuals, their faces concealed with black cloth, confronted Hussains convoy, waving black flags before launching a physical attack at Natun Bazar in [] The post Assam: Congress MP Rakibul Hussain attacked in Rupahihat appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Guwahati Set for a Grand Cultural Spectacle with Jhumoir Binandini Programme
HT DigitalGUWAHATI, Feb 20: Guwahati will be treated to a historic cultural extravaganza as 27 districts of Assam are gearing up to send thousands of Jhumoir artists to take the stage at Sarusajai Stadium on February 24. The mega event, under the Jhumoir Binandini programme, will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which speaks []
Assam CM Reviews Preparations for Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 20: Ahead of the Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma toured the Veterinary Playground in Khanapara to check on arrangements. Surrounded by top government officials, he toured the venue, which is to be used to host several events at the two-day summit. The highly-awaited []
Assam: Forensic Confirmation Brings New Developments in Jahangir Hussain Murder Case
HT DigitalGUWAHATI, Feb 20: In a development in the horrific murder case of Jahangir Hussain of Folimari Part-II, forensic examination has confirmed that the severed head found under the Shingia bridge in Dhakuakhana on December 1, 2024, belongs to the victim. The identification, relayed by the CID in a telephonic message to Jahangirs younger brother, []
Umrangso Coal Mine Tragedy: Remaing Bodies Recovered, Rescue Operation Concludes
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 20: The Umrangso coal mine disaster, which occurred on January 6, 2025, has finally come to an end as the last five trapped miners decomposed bodies were retrieved. The progress was updated by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on his X handle. He posted, Today, the dewatering of the Umrangso []
SBI Guwahati donates blood testing machine to Manipur govt
Imphal: The Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla informed that the State Bank of India (SBI) Guwahati Circle, under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiativehas donated a Hb HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) machine to the Manipur government-run Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS), Imphal. The Hb HPLC is a blood test that helps identify [] The post SBI Guwahati donates blood testing machine to Manipur govt appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Cachar honours excellence in education at prestigious felicitation ceremony in Silchar
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, Feb 19: The district-level felicitation programme for Best School Management Committee and Mother Groups Award 2024-2025 and the Vidyanjali 2.0 District-Level Award 2024-2025 unfolded in grandeur at the GC College Auditorium, Silchar on Wednesday. It marked a significant milestone in the districts commitment to education. Organised by Samagra Shiksha, Cachar, the event []
Assam coal mine tragedy: Remaining five bodies recovered
GUWAHATI: Rescuers on Wednesday recovered the bodies of the remaining five labourers from the ill-fated coal mine in the Umrangso area of Assams Dima Hasao district. Altogether nine labourers were trapped on January 6 following flooding inside the mine. During rescue operations carried out by multiple agencies, including the Indian Navy, the bodies of four miners were recovered . There was, however, no trace of the five others. Authorities used several high-pressure pumps to drain out water but it was not receding. This made officials to suspect the mine was connected to some water source. Later, water was drained out from three nearby abandoned mines. Dima Hasao district magistrate Simanta Das told TNIE that a drastic fall in the water level helped recover the bodies. Dewatering continued all along as we felt water had to be drained out. The water level kept fluctuating in the last seven-eight days. It drastically dropped today, so an operation was launched to go inside the mine. Army and NDRF personnel recovered the bodies in the afternoon, Das said. Assam coal mine tragedy: Race against time to save trapped miners The bodies had clothes on them. One of them was identified from a missing toe. We will ascertain it further, the DM said. The bodies were taken to district headquarters Haflong for post-mortem and collection of DNA samples. Meanwhile, noisy scenes were witnessed in the state Assembly on Wednesday after the opposition parties brought four adjournment motions, including one on the coal mine tragedy, and coal and other syndicates. Last month, the government had launched a drive to seal all rat-hole coal mines in the state. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated the government detected 220 rat-hole coal mines in the Umrangso area. He had also stated that the states Mines and Minerals Department would take steps to close all existing rat-hole mines wherever they are found, in consultations with central agencies.
Guwahati faces severe winter pollution, study finds transboundary impact
Guwahati experiences the highest levels of PM2.5 pollution in winter, peaking at 113.05 g/m, nearly three times the NAAQS limit. Transboundary pollution from the Indo-Gangetic Plain and Bangladesh, along with local factors like vehicular emissions and industrial activities, significantly contribute to deteriorating air quality.
Assam: Remaining 5 miners bodies retrieved from Umrangso mine
Guwahati: After the dewatering process at the Umrangso mine in Dima Hasao, Assam, the remaining five trapped miners bodies were retrieved. The retrieval operations were carried out after the dewatering process was finished. The recovered remains have been brought up from the mine shaft, and the identification process is currently underway to ensure closure for [] The post Assam: Remaining 5 miners bodies retrieved from Umrangso mine appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Meghalaya HC quashes FIR against ex-DGP LR Bishnoi in number place case
Guwahati: The Meghalaya High Court has quashed a 2024 FIR and charge sheet filed against former Director General of Police (DGP) Lajja Ram Bishnoi. The case involved allegations of misusing and tampering with his official vehicles registration number. In its five-page order, Justice Biswadeep Bhattacharjee stated that Bishnoi had approval to use the vehicle, but [] The post Meghalaya HC quashes FIR against ex-DGP LR Bishnoi in number place case appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam: Akhil Gogoi expelled from Assembly after alleging corruption in JJM
Guwahati: Raijor Dal leader and MLA Akhil Gogoi was expelled from the Assam Legislative Assembly after he raised concerns over alleged corruption in the Jal Jeevan Mission, a flagship program of the government aimed at providing clean drinking water to Guwahatis residents. Gogoi alleged that certain individuals had misappropriated funds meant for the project and [] The post Assam: Akhil Gogoi expelled from Assembly after alleging corruption in JJM appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Rifles Dismantles Illegal Check Posts on NH-102 in Manipur
AT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 19: In a major drive to prevent the free movement of vehicles and check illegal activities, a unit of central para-military officials razed two illegal check points allegedly operated by anti-social elements on National Highway 102 in Manipur. The illegal camps, between Pallel and Moreh in Kakching and Tengnoupal districts, were []
Assam Home Department Takes Strict Action Following Nagaon Jailbreak
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 19: Assam Home Department has imposed strict disciplinary action after the recent escape of an inmate from Nagaon Central Jail. The escape, that of notorious drug mafia Dulal Ali, has also raised serious questions about security failings and operational shortcomings within the jail. Dulal Alis escape has exposed major weaknesses in []
SC rebukes states & UTs for delayed domestic violence law reports
Guwahati: The Supreme Court on Tuesday reprimanded multiple states and union territories for failing to submit status reports on the implementation of the domestic violence law. According to a report, the court granted them an additional four weeks to comply, with a penalty of Rs 5,000 to be paid to the Supreme Court Mediation Centre. [] The post SC rebukes states & UTs for delayed domestic violence law reports appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Heated Debates and Protests Disrupt Second Day of Assam Assembly Budget Session
HT Digital GUWAHATI, Feb 19: The second day of the Budget Session of the Assam Legislative Assembly saw heated debates as the Congress Legislature Party had brought an adjournment motion under Rule 56 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business. Opposition sought discussion regarding the illegal coal mine mishap in Dima Hasao district, []
KIIT student suicide: Odisha govt forms fact-finding committee
Guwahati: The Odisha government has formed a high-level fact-finding committee to investigate the alleged suicide of a 20-year-old Nepali student at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) University in Bhubaneswar. The committee is headed by Satyabrata Sahu, additional chief secretary in the home department. It includes Shubha Sarma, principal secretary in the women and child [] The post KIIT student suicide: Odisha govt forms fact-finding committee appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Gyanesh Kumar to take over as Chief Election Commissioner of India
Guwahati: Gyanesh Kumar, the Senior Election Commissioner, will take over as the 26th Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India on Wednesday. This appointment coincides with the Supreme Courts scheduled hearing of a petition challenging the law under which his selection was made by a panel headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Kumar, a Kerala cadre [] The post Gyanesh Kumar to take over as Chief Election Commissioner of India appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Drug peddler from Assam arrested in Arunachal
Guwahati: Naharlagun Police Station in Arunachal Pradesh has arrested an Assamese drug peddler on Monday with suspected heroin. According to police, the drug peddler was identified as Saheeda Khatoon (40) from Nagaon district in Assam. Acting on reliable information, a police team conducted a search at her residence located in Arunachal Pradeshs Niya Colony. During [] The post Drug peddler from Assam arrested in Arunachal appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland: MoS Kirti Vardhan says centre focus on NE development in Union Budget 2025
Guwahati: Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest & Climate Change and External Affairs, Karti Vardhan Singh, on Tuesday discussed the Union Budget for 2025, stating the governments commitment to the advancement of the North East region, during a press conference at Nagalands State BJP Headquarters,. Speaking at the press conference, Singh highlighted the Centres [] The post Nagaland: MoS Kirti Vardhan says centre focus on NE development in Union Budget 2025 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Arunachal students assaulted in Delhi after racial slur
Guwahati: Two students from Arunachal Pradesh, identified as Nabam Barka and Tadam Debom, were assaulted late Monday night by local residents of Delhi following an argument. Both are enrolled at Dyal Singh College, which is affiliated with Delhi University. According to reports, the students were escorting their friends when they were targeted with racial slurs [] The post Arunachal students assaulted in Delhi after racial slur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal dedicates IWT Terminal at Jogighopa to the Nation
GUWAHATI, Feb 18 : Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Tuesday inaugurated an Inland Waterways Terminal (IWT) in Assams Jogighopa by flagging off a ship MV Trishul with two barges carrying 110 metric tonnes of coal along with stone chips to Bangladesh. The foundation stone for the terminal was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February 2021. The terminal holds strategic importance as it is located at a distance of 91 km from Gelephu in [] The post Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal dedicates IWT Terminal at Jogighopa to the Nation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rakesh Pauls appointment to APSC questioned in cash-for-job probe report
GUWAHATI, Feb 18: The role of former Assam chief minister Tarun Gogoi in appointing Rakesh Paulfirst as a member and later as chairman of the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has come under scrutiny in an inquiry commission report. During Pauls tenure, large-scale irregularities in civil service examinations were uncovered. The one-man Justice (Retd.) BK []
Night curfew and movement restrictions along Indo-Bangladesh border in Cachar
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, Feb 18: Cachar district Magistrate Mridul Yadav imposed strict restrictions along the Indo-Bangladesh border. It has been done to maintain public order and curb illegal activities. The order, issued under Section 163 of the BNSS, aimed to prevent potential law and order disturbances arising from the movement of extremist elements and unauthorised []
Night curfew imposed in Assams Cachar district along Indo-Bangladesh border
Guwahati: Authorities in Assams Cachar district imposed a night curfew on Tuesday including restrictions on the movement of people near the Indo-Bangladesh border, according to officials. During a visit to an area along the border in Cachar, senior district police officers and the BSF were present. This measure aims to prevent potential disruptions in public [] The post Night curfew imposed in Assams Cachar district along Indo-Bangladesh border appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Christian forum seeks repeal of Arunachal Freedom of Religion Act
Guwahati: Arunachal Christian Forum (ACF) organized a hunger strike on Monday in Arunachal Pradeshs Papum Pare district demanding to repeal the Arunachal Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act (APFRA), 1978. A large number of Christians from various denominations participated in a hunger strike (a prayer and fasting event). According to the ACF, among the 19 Christian [] The post Christian forum seeks repeal of Arunachal Freedom of Religion Act appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nepali student suicide at Kalinga Institute: Family alleges harassment, protests erupt
Guwahati: The death of a 20-year-old Nepali student at the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) university in Bhubaneswar has sparked outrage both in India and Nepal. Prakriti Lamsal, a third-year computer science student, allegedly died by suicide in her hostel room on Sunday afternoon, February 16, 2025. Her family alleges harassment and emotional blackmail [] The post Nepali student suicide at Kalinga Institute: Family alleges harassment, protests erupt appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Northeast trade gets a boost with new Jogighopa waterway terminal
Guwahati: Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal on Tuesday inaugurated the Inland Waterways Terminal (IWT) at Jogighopa in Assams Bongaigaon district, dedicating it to the nation. The inauguration was marked by the flagging off of the vessel MV Padma Navigation II, carrying 110 metric tonnes of coal and stone chips along with [] The post Northeast trade gets a boost with new Jogighopa waterway terminal appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Environmental cases surge in Assam, expert highlights growing crisis
Guwahati: Assam has witnessed a surge in environmental challenges over the past decade, according to environmental lawyer Vikram Rajkhowa. Speaking at a lecture organized by Save Our Land, an environmental collective, in Guwahati on Sunday, Rajkhowa, also an advocate at Gauhati High Court, highlighted two key observations. First, he noted a significant increase in environmental [] The post Environmental cases surge in Assam, expert highlights growing crisis appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam launches state-wide forest soil health cards
Guwahati: The Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE)-Rain Forest Research Institute (RFRI), Jorhat, in collaboration with the Assam Forest Department, launched the states first Forest Soil Health Cards (FSHC) on Tuesday. The cards, covering all 33 territorial forest divisions, were officially released by Assams PCCF & HoFF Sandeep Kumar in the presence of [] The post Assam launches state-wide forest soil health cards appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Sonowal inaugurates strategic IWT in Assam
GUWAHATI: Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Tuesday inaugurated a 'strategic' Inland Waterways Terminal (IWT) at Jogighopa in Assam. To mark the occasion, he flagged off two ships and two barges which set sail for Bangladesh carrying 110 metric tonnes of coal and stone chips. Bhutans Minister of Industries, Commerce and Employment Lyonpo Namgyal Dorji attended the inaugural ceremony. The terminal is strategic, for it is located 91 km from Gelephu in Bhutan and 108 km from Bangladesh, making it crucial for Indias bilateral trade ties with the two countries. The foundation stone for the IWT was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February 2021. By 2027, it is expected to handle cargo of 1.1 million tonnes per annum. After inaugurating the terminal, Sonowal said, Today marks a historic day for the waterways transportation sector in the country as we dedicate the IWT at Jogighopa to the people and the nation. Under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, the waterways transportation has been undergoing a tremendous transformation propelling Indias logistics growth and us towards Modi Jis vision of Viksit Bharat, he said. He was confident the terminal would transform connectivity in the region and bolster Indias trade with Bhutan and Bangladesh. Its strategic position allows it to play the role of an economic multiplier for the region, a testament to the PMs doctrine of Neighbourhood First', Sonowal said. He also said that through strategic regional projects and agreements with Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar and other countries, India was diligently establishing itself as a pivotal waterway gateway for the facilitation of enhanced regional trade and seamless transport connectivity. He also contributed it to the overall development and integration of South Asia, while ensuring the sustainability and vitality of the regions economic landscape. The development of inland waterways holds great promise for transforming the logistics sector in India. By leveraging our extensive network of rivers and water bodies, we can create a sustainable, cost-effective, and efficient mode of transportation for goods, Sonowal said. Built at a cost of over Rs 82 crore, the Jogighopa terminal has an RCC jetty with an approach designed for an electric-level luffing crane for cargo handling. The terminal also has infrastructural facilities such as an administrative building, customs office building, immigration office, truck parking area, 1,100 sq m covered storage area with power backup, and 11,000 sq m open storage.
Manipur: Extortionist linked to banned PLA outfit arrested
Guwahati: Manipur police arrested a 56-year-old man for allegedly extorting money from educational institutions. The accused was identified as Shamurailatpam Bipin Sharma alias Nanda. He was arrested on Monday for allegedly extorting money from educational institutions in the Manipur valley. According to the police, Nanda is linked to the proscribed Peoples Liberation Army (PLA), the [] The post Manipur: Extortionist linked to banned PLA outfit arrested appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Meghalaya: VPP asks for adequate security for sensitive polling stations
Guwahati: The Voice of the People Party (VPP) has called on the District Election Officers (DEOs) of both West Jaintia Hills and East Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya to step up security measures at 67 polling stations categorized as sensitive and highly sensitive, ahead of the upcoming JHADC elections scheduled for February 21. In a letter addressed [] The post Meghalaya: VPP asks for adequate security for sensitive polling stations appeared first on NorthEast Now .
SC grants interim protection from arrest to YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia
New Delhi, Feb 18: The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted interim protection from arrest to YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia in connection with multiple FIRs filed in Mumbai, Guwahati, and Jaipur over alleged obscene remarks made by him during an episode of the online show Indias Got Latent. A bench comprising Justice Surya Kant and Justice N [] The post SC grants interim protection from arrest to YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia appeared first on Northlines .
