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GUWAHATI Fallout of Pahalgam terror attack

India downgrades
RPF DG VISITS
ties with Pakistan
NORTHEAST
FRONTIER
RAILWAY,
REVIEWS
SECURITY
ARRANGEMENTS
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi chairs a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS),
in New Delhi on Wednesday. – PTI
BUSINESS
NEW DELHI, April 23:
In a decisive response to KEY MEASURES
the deadly terror attack on
April 22 in Pahalgam, Jam- ■ Indus Waters Treaty suspended
mu and Kashmir, India has ■ Closure of Attari Integrated
People take out a protest march against the Pahalgam terror attack, near the Dal Lake in Srinagar on Wednesday. – PTI
taken a series of robust dip- Check Post
lomatic measures to hold ■ Cancellation of SAARC Visa
Pakistan accountable for its
role in cross-border terror-
ism. The Cabinet Commit-
Exemption Scheme for Pakistani
nationals
President puts
off Assam visit
Exodus of tourists Arrangements
made to bring
INDIA TO WORK ■ Persona non grata declaration
WITH SAUDI
ARABIA TO
tee on Security (CCS),
chaired by Prime Minister for Pakistani diplomats due to J&K from Kashmir back Silchar
Narendra Modi, on
Wednesday evening dis-
■ India pulls defense advisors in terror attack NEW DELHI/SRINAGAR, April 23: The Pahalgam terror family
ENCHANCE Pakistan GUWAHATI, April 23: attack is set to deal a blow to tourism in Jammu and Kashmir GUWAHATI, April 23:
STABILITY OF cussed the implications of
the attack, which claimed ■ Reduction in diplomatic staff President Droupadi with travel agencies in several parts of the country reporting The Assam government is
GLOBAL OIL the lives of 25 Indian na- Murmu’s scheduled two- widespread cancellations of scheduled trips to the Union Ter- making arrangements to
MARKETS bilise the region. 2025, to return to Pakistan day visit to Assam later this ritory even as the Centre said it will do the best to “mini- bring back a family that sur-
tionals and one Nepali citi- mise” the impact on hospitality sector in J&K.
Recognising the serious- through this route. After this week has been postponed vived the terror attack in
page 11 zen, with several others
following the terror attack Thousands of tourists began leaving Kashmir on Wednes- Jammu and Kashmir, the
sustaining injuries. ness of this attack and its deadline, all land travel be-
cross-border linkages, the tween India and Pakistan will in Jammu and Kashmir, day, a day after 26 people were killed by terrorists at Baisaran Chief Minister’s Office said
The CCS expressed deep
WORLD condemnation of the attack CCS took the following un- be completely suspended. officials said on Wednesday. meadow near Pahalgam in Anantnag district. on Wednesday.
precedented measures: Cancellation of SAARC Murmu was slated to Travel agents in J&K said most of the tourists were leaving “The@CMOfficeAssam
and offered heartfelt condo-
Indus Waters Treaty sus- Visa Exemption Scheme for reach Guwahati on Thurs- the valley due to fear. has spoken to a survivor
lences to the families of the
GLOBAL victims and wishing for the pended – In one of the most Pakistani Nationals – In an- day evening to take part in “We know tourists have by and large been safe in Kashmir from Assam of the dastard-
LEADERS significant decisions, India has other strong step, India has two official functions the but with such an incident happening here, one cannot expect ly #PahalgamTerrorAt-
swift recovery of those in-
next day. them to stay back. The cancellations are massive, close to 80 tack and has taken a full
CONDEMN jured. The attack, which tar- placed the Indus Waters Trea- decided that Pakistani nation-
geted tourists in a popular ty of 1960 in abeyance with als will no longer be allowed “We received a commu- per cent,” Aijaz Ali, a travel operator from Srinagar, said. brief of the incident which
PAHALGAM nication from the Rashtrap- He said there were cancellations of packages even for they have faced yester-
destination, was attributed to immediate effect. This histor- to travel to India under the
TERROR Pakistan-backed terror ic move effectively halts de- SAARC Visa Exemption ati Bhavan informing us of next month. day,” the CMO said in a
ATTACK groups, sources said. cades of cooperation on wa- Scheme (SVES). Any SVES the postponement of the post on X.
ter-sharing between India and visas previously issued to visit due to the attack. It SEE PAGE 2 “The entire family’s re-
page 14 India has also received
strong expressions of sup- Pakistan. The decision will Pakistani nationals have been will be rescheduled at a turn to the State is being
port from governments remain in force until Pakistan cancelled, and those current- later date,” an official of the arranged on priority and the
worldwide, condemning the takes credible and irrevoca- ly in India under this scheme Assam Governor’s Secre- Government of Assam is in

PLANET Y UNG attack and reaffirming their

commitment to zero toler-
ble steps to abjure its support
for cross-border terrorism.
have been given 48 hours to
leave the country.
tariat said.
On Friday, Murmu was
touch with the Govt of In-
dia to bring the family back
April 24, 2025 ance for terrorism. Closure of Attari Integrat- Persona Non Grata Decla- scheduled to confer the to Assam at the earliest,” it
Q The home of my The meeting also noted ed Check Post – In a direct ration for Pakistani Diplomats Srimanta Sankardeva Award added.
memories that the attack occurred response to the terrorist at- – In a sharp diplomatic move, to dance exponent Sonal Chief Minister Himanta
by Tanisha Chauhan against the backdrop of suc- tack, India has announced the India has declared Pakistan’s Mansingh at a State govern- Biswa Sarma said the per-
QTrailblazers cessful elections in Jammu immediate closure of the In- Defence, Military, Naval, and ment function. She was also son is a faculty member of
Gopika Govind and Kashmir and the region’s tegrated Check Post (ICP) at Air Advisors in the Pakistani invited to be the chief guest Assam University in Sil-
ongoing progress toward Attari, which serves as a key High Commission in New for the 32nd convocation of char and he was in Kashmir
Q Ghibli — boon or
bane? economic development and border crossing between the Delhi as Persona Non Grata. Gauhati University, sched- on a family holiday. “My of-
by Bedanga Sharma stability. These achieve- two nations. Indian authori- These officials have been giv- uled to take place on Friday fice is in touch with him. We
ments, India believes, are ties have granted Pakistani en one week to leave India. afternoon. will ensure his safe return
Q Book Nook, Picture
Crossword viewed as a threat by terror- nationals with valid travel to Assam soon,” he told re-
ist factions seeking to desta- endorsements until May 1, SEE PAGE 2 SEE PAGE 2 Tourists prepare to leave Srinagar on Wednesday. – PTI porters. – PTI
Q Plus Quiz, Poems,
My Viewpoint, Little

Well-planned action should be Israeli strike kills

Hearts, Comics and other
features. US, Russia may
freeze Ukraine
JOCOSERIOUS taken: Lt Gen (Retd) Kalita negotiations
MOSCOW, April 23: After
23 as mediators
R DUTTA CHOUDHURY

GUWAHATI, April 23: In-

action, the Government
should launch a well-planned
action against Pakistan. He said
tourism was flourishing in
Jammu and Kashmir, and no
one expected such a gruesome
strike. The terrorists must
have entered India a few days
back. It is evident that it was a
downgrading the level of rep-
resentation in London talks on
Wednesday, some experts here
seek Gaza truce
DEIR AL-BALAH (Gaza all imports to Gaza, includ-
dia should use all its assets – that India should isolate Paki- attack. It is too early to say well-planned attack and it do not rule out that the Krem- Strip), April 23: An overnight ing food, was “intolerable”,
diplomatic, economic, military stan diplomatically and as the whether it is a security failure. would not have been possible lin and White House may Israeli strike on a school- in unusually strong criticism
and political to hit out against economy of Pakistan is in If there was any intelligence without the help of local sup- freeze their negotiations on the turned-shelter in Gaza City from three of the country’s
Pakistan in response to the shambles, India should hit that input, there should have been port, shelter and guides, he Ukraine peace deal till Ukraine killed 23 people, as Arab me- closest allies.
gruesome killing of 26 civilians country economically. preventive deployment of forc- added. He also said that while President Volodymyr Zelen- diators worked on a proposal Palestinian President Mah-
in Kashmir, said former GoC- Lt Gen Kalita said that as es in that area, he added. launching an operation against skyy and western European to end the war with Hamas moud Abbas called on Hamas
in C of Eastern Command of Pakistan-based terrorists had Lt Gen Kalita said that as the terrorists involved, steps leaders agree to cede Crimea. that would include up to a sev- to release the hostages in or-
the Army, Lt Gen Rana Pratap not hit tourists like yester- the area where the attack should be taken to nab those The London meet on en-year truce and the release der to “block Israel’s pre-
Kalita (Retd). day’s incident in Pahalgam be- took place is some distance involved in providing shelter Ukraine was downgraded to of all remaining hostages, of- texts” for continuing the war.
Talking to The Assam Trib- fore, no one perhaps expected away from the LoC, it would to the terrorists. expert-level after State Sec- ficials said on Wednesday. He reiterated his demands
Waterlogging is a sure sign une, Lt Gen Kalita said that such an action. Moreover, in not have been possible for the retary Marco Rubio and Ste-
of development. instead of taking any knee-jerk the last couple of years or so, terrorists to enter India and SEE PAGE 2 ve Witkoff cancelled their vis-
it following which foreign
ministers of France and Ger-

Govt flounders on Kaziranga conservation many also did not turn up.
According to web news
portal Lenta.ru, banned in the
RITURAJ BORTHAKUR
■ Proposal for integrated ESZ withdrawn floated in May last year. European Union and Switzer-
In a letter to the Union Forest Sec- land, the Kremlin could be
GUWAHATI, April 23: The Assam ■ Apprehensions over possible denotification retary yesterday, Assam’s Chief Sec- ready to put the Ukraine is-
government has decided to withdraw of Ninth and Tenth Additions retary said the proposed integrated sue on the backburner and
the proposal for an integrated eco- ESZ encompasses nearly 340 villag- move ahead on bilateral and
sensitive zone covering eight pro- es spread across five districts. West Asian issues, including
tected areas in and around Kaziran- “Several Additions to KNP&TR are Iran nuclear talks.
ga, sparking strong resentment still in the proposed stage, with bound- Quoting Kremlin pool re-
among conservationists and raising aries yet to be finalized - some pending porter Alexander Yumashev,
doubts over Dispur’s earnestness in since 1985. Moreover, the rights of the the Lenta.ru portal in its
preserving the pristine habitats. local communities residing in these ar- commentary writes, “I as- There was no immediate that Hamas give up their
The proposal for an integrated ESZ eas including all the above eight pro- sume that all further negoti- Israeli comment on the strike, arms, referring to them as
covering 3,600 sq km - which included tected areas remain unsettled. The pro- ations will be, if not frozen, which set several tents ablaze, “sons of dogs” in unusually
Kaziranga National Park along with its posed ESZ will directly impact around then held in a sluggish for- burning people alive. The mil- strong language during a
10 Additions, Laokhowa Wildlife Sanc- 5 lakh people, including a significant mat. In any case, Zelenskyy itary says it only targets mili- speech in the West Bank.
tuary, Burachapori Wildlife Sanctuary population of Scheduled Tribes, Sched- still holds his post.” tants and blames civilian Abbas, who heads the
including its 1st Addition, Nambor- uled Castes, and economically weaker Kremlin spokesman Dmit- deaths on Hamas because its Western-backed Palestinian
Doigrung Wildlife Sanctuary, Nambor sections,” the Chief Secretary said, in- ry Peskov said the Ukraine fighters are embedded in Authority, has no influence
Wildlife Sanctuary, Garampani Wildlife timating the State government’s deci- crisis is very complicated and densely populated areas. over Hamas but is seeking a
Sanctuary, East Karbi Anglong Wildlife sion to withdraw the proposal. cannot be resolved overnight. France, Germany and Brit- role in post-war Gaza.
Sanctuary, and the Proposed North ain meanwhile said Israel’s
Karbi Anglong Wildlife Sanctuary - was SEE PAGE 2 SEE PAGE 2 seven-week-old blockade on SEE PAGE 2

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Question paper leak in HS 1st year exam

Managing traffic
Sir, – Traffic management has
always been a challenge for the
Arya Vidyapeeth school
city authorities. Lack of monitor- principal suspended
Artificial floods at Tribeni Path, Nabin Nagar ing and enforcement of traffic rules
has reached a critical point leading STAFF REPORTER submitted on April 11, was
daily news, I will like to draw the proved services are highly appre- to chaos on an everyday basis in deemed unsatisfactory by the
attention of the authority con- ciated. – Yours etc., Dr P Chakra- any city big or small. GUWAHATI, April 23: department.
varty, Anilnagar This situation on the streets can The Directorate of Second- “In view of the seriousness
cerned regarding the deplorable
be attributed to the lackadaisical ary Education, Assam, has of the issue and the inadequate
conditions for pilgrims visiting
the Kamakhya temple. Disparity at airport attitude of a small percentage of placed Md Samsuddin response from the centre in-
the public ignorant of the traffic Ahmed, principal of Arya Vi- charge, departmental pro-
Pilgrims visit our State and the Sir, – On April 21, I took an au-
rules, who with their obstinacy and dyapeeth HS & MP School, ceedings have been initiated,
Kamakhya temple on a daily ba- torickshaw from Ulubari to LGBI
rigid behaviour are bent on not Kamrup (Metro), under im- and the principal has been
sis in huge numbers, but they Airport, Guwahati. To my surprise, placed under suspension with
mediate suspension follow-
have to stand in queues for the autorickshaws were not allowed adhering to the traffic rules and
ing allegations of question immediate effect under Rule
tickets in mud, as there are no near the departure gates, unlike regulations.
paper leakage during the HS 6(1) of the Assam Services
tile-fitted floors, and neither is private cars. Instead, they were As enforcement solutions, the First Year Examination 2025. (Discipline & Appeal) Rules,
there any concrete roof. If it is a redirected to a parking area at a ‘adaptive priority traffic signal According to an official or- 1964,” the order stated.
rainy day, everyone has to stand significant distance. When I tried optimization’ with speed and red der issued by the Directorate, During the suspension pe-
in the rain as the temporary roof to get down earlier to avoid carry- light cameras together with an a report from the secretary riod, Ahmed will be entitled
with tripal (tarpaulin) is not suf- ing my luggage across that stretch, advanced real time traffic auto- of the Assam State School Ed- to subsistence allowance as
ficient to provide a shed to the a security guard stopped me and mated monitoring system can ucation Board (ASSEB), Di- per government norms, and
Sir, – I would like to inform the inside the newly-constructed part.
visitors, creating a negative im- manhandled me. The experience be implemented as a compre- vision-II, confirmed the leak- he is restricted from leaving
concerned departments through This has further aggravated the sit-
was upsetting and completely un- hensive combination strategy. age of the Mathematics ques- the headquarters without
your esteemed daily that the uation due to loss of water carry- age of the whole system.
necessary. For traffic updates, mobile and tion paper from the school, prior approval.
drains of the Tribeni Path in Nab- ing capacity of the drains. In spite A proper roof and at least a tile-
Such policies unfairly burden web applications can serve as which was serving as an ex- Further, the Inspector of
in Nagar have not been cleared of repeated requests to clear the fitted floor will surely address the
public tools. Incident and con- amination centre. Schools, Kamrup (Metro) has
since last one year and due to drains, the PWD and GMC author- issue. – Yours etc., Arup Roy, ordinary passengers who rely on
gestion management systems Md Samsuddin Ahmed, been authorized to take over
which the entire Tribeni Path re- ities are not paying any heeds to Birubari. autorickshaws for daily travel. Is
can be coordinated with emer- who was also the centre in- as principal in-charge of Arya
mains under knee deep water af- our problem. As the monsoon is convenience reserved only for
charge for the exams, was Vidyapeeth HS & MP School
ter a short spell of rain. It creates approaching fast, we the residents Better Guwahati those arriving in private vehicles? gency services.
issued a show-cause notice and will also handle all finan-
immense hardships to the resi- of Trbeni Path, Nabin Nagar here- Sir, – Guwahati is better now. Guwahati Airport must treat all Leveraging technology with
earlier this month. Howev- cial responsibilities related to
dents of Tribeni Path. by earnestly appeal to the PWD After all the flyovers are complet- passengers with equal dignity, re- data analytics, and investment in er, his written explanation, the staff of the institution.
I would further like to mention and GMC authorities to address ed, movement will be smoother. gardless of how they reach the ter- dedicated personnel equipped
that a few months back, re-con- the issue urgently. Yours etc., Alak Roads will get cleared of heavy traf- minal. It’s time to re-evaluate with resources, together with
struction of a part of the drains at
Tribeni Path was carried out by the
Jyoti Sarma, Nabin Nagar, RG
Baruah Road.
fic at regular intervals. Electric
vehicles are being used to collect
these arbitrary access restrictions
and ensure that public infrastruc-
community engagements, cities
can improve road safety, reduce
Bar to boycott
PWD. But after completion of the
work, the construction workers
left the unused scraped materials
Kamakhya temple
Sir, – Through your esteemed
trash. Habits of the people are
changing for the better. Awareness
campaigns should continue and im-
ture respects the rights of every
citizen. – Yours etc., Arunava Dey,
Ulubari.
congestion and enhance overall
driving experience. – Yours etc.,
– Dipak Varma, Dighalipukhri.
HC functions
STAFF REPORTER
GUWAHATI, April 23: At loggerheads with the high court
Terror in Pahalgam GNB Road flyover and government over shifting of the court to North Guwahati,
the Gauhati High Court Bar Association today decided to boy-
cott all official functions organized by the high court. The boy-

contractor gets away cott has been called for indefinite period.
A meeting of the association presided over by vice president
Rupjit Dey, also decided to challenge the notices issued by a divi-

despite repeated lapses

sion bench of the HC to senior advocates on a criminal contempt
petition filed by the Advocate General in the Supreme Court.
Two criminal contempt cases were filed by Advocate Gen-
eral against Gauhati High Court Bar Association president
A 47-year old woman was injured after she came into KN Choudhury, senior advocate Anil Kumar Bhattacharyya
and advocate Pallabi Talukdar for “making derogatory state-
contact with a live wire while crossing the road in the ments” during a protest over shifting of the high court to
Chandmari area yesterday. She was admitted at a North Guwahati. The bar association argues that the division
hospital. Official sources said the incident took place bench notices on the contempt petition is “incorrect”.
The association today also decided to call a meeting of all
due to the negligence of the contractor concerned stakeholders and civil society groups to discuss the proposal
constructing the flyover to shift the high court to North Guwahati.

STAFF REPORTER crossing the road in the Chan- tions – it is the responsibility
dmari area yesterday. She was of the consumer,” an APDCL
ABVP members staging a protest against the brutal killing of innocent civilians by GUWAHATI, April 23: admitted at a hospital. Official official said, informing that the
terrorists at Pahalgam in Kashmir, in Guwahati on Wednesday. – AT photo From flouting pollution con- sources said the incident took matter has been taken up with
trol norms to hazardous con- place due to the negligence of the PWD and the contractor.
struction works and now se- the contractor concerned con- The APDCL official said

Assam Civil Society rious injuries caused to a pe-

destrian by a live wire at
structing the flyover.
“APDCL had provided a
measures are being taken to
prevent such incidents in the

condemns attack Chandmari area due to the

utter negligence of the con-
tractor building the GNB
temporary connection to the
contractor for the construc-
tion works, like welding and
city, particularly during wa-
ter loggings.
“After an electrocution in-
STAFF REPORTER of India have responded with highlighted that one of the
Road flyover goes to exhibit lighting. The insulation of the cident on RG Baruah Road
widespread protests and con- local residents was among
GUWAHATI, April 23: demnation. the deceased, underlining the free rein the contractor one of the conductors con- some years back, spacers
The Assam Civil Society has “The people of Pahalgam the indiscriminate nature of concerned is having in the necting the meter was bad were laid in the wires to en-
strongly condemned the ter- and Kashmir, many of whom the attack. It argued that the capital city. The government which led to the electrocu- sure that they do not fall even
ror attack in Pahalgam, Kash- depend on tourism for their terrorists targeted victims and regulating agencies have tion,” the sources said. if there is a snapping. In some
mir, which claimed the lives livelihood, have openly without regard for nationali- been turning a blind eye, de- APDCL, however, washed stretches, particularly hilly
of 26 innocent tourists, and voiced their protest – dem- ty, caste, or religion. spite repeated complaints its hands off the incident, say- areas, the wires are being
left many others injured. onstrating clearly that ordi- “At a time when the and growing resentments. ing it is only responsible for the insulated,” he said.
The organization ex- nary Kashmiris stand against world is seeing a decline in A 47-year old woman was connection up to the meter. “The height of transform-
pressed deep sorrow over terrorism,” a statement terror-related incidents, injured after she came into “Beyond the meter – as in er in flood-prone areas like
the tragic incident and de- signed by the organization the Pahalgam attack expos- contact with a live wire while residences and other connec- Rukminigaon has been
nounced the terror strike as president HRA Choudhury, es serious lapses in the gov- raised. In Juripar yesterday,
a brutal assault on humanity. executive president Abdul ernment’s security and in- the APDCL disconnected
It emphasized that people Mannan and others, said. telligence apparatus,” the power supply in some risky
across Kashmir and the rest The civil society body also group asserted. stretches. Power supply was
routed through safer areas,
bypassing the flooded
RGU holds protest march, stretches,” he said, adding
that awareness was also re-
condolence meeting quired on how to keep one
safe during water-loggings,
STAFF REPORTER region since the 2019 Pulwa- to humanity and our nation’s rain and thunderstorms.
ma incident. values. We demand the This is not the first time that
GUWAHATI, April 23: The protest march, led by strongest possible action to the flyover contractor has
The students and scholars of students and faculty mem- bring the perpetrators to jus- been caught on wrong foot.
Royal Global University bers, proceeded through the tice and ensure such atroci- Rising pollution in the city
(RGU), Guwahati today or- campus with participants car- ties are never repeated. Our has been blamed on the un-
ganized a protest march and rying placards denouncing university stands firm with regulated activities during
condolence meeting to terrorism and calling for jus- the nation, united in grief and the construction works.
mourn the tragic loss of 26 tice and unity. A condolence resolve.” While the Pollution Con-
innocent lives, mostly tour- meeting followed, where at- Utpal Kanta, director of trol Board, Assam did little
ists, in a heinous terror at- tendees observed a two- Growth and Strategy at Roy- to check it, Assam State Hu-
tack in Pahalgam, Jammu and minute silence to honor the al Global University, said, “We man Rights Commission had
Kashmir, on Tuesday. victims and extend condo- vehemently condemn the ter- issued a warning to the con-
In a press release, the uni- lences to their families. rorist acts that claimed inno-
tractor, directing it to sprin-
versity community gathered Condemning this heinous cent lives in Pahalgam. We
kle water regularly.
to condemn the terrorist acts, act in the strongest terms, stand together as a country in
There have been also reports
expressing profound grief, Dr AK Pansari, chancellor of this time of grief and crisis,
and demanded justice for the Royal Global University, said, urging authorities to bring the of commuters sustaining inju-
victims of this brutal attack, “The barbaric terrorist at- people behind this heinous act ries from construction materi-
one of the deadliest in the tack in Pahalgam is an affront to justice swiftly.” als in and around the site.

MoU signed to digitally archive rare literature from endangered Assam languages
STAFF REPORTER of AASU chief advisor Dr Samu- there seems to be only one in- ble as open source resources. kan said that under the MoU, support of the local communi-
jjal Bhattacharjya and manag- dividual proficient in reading, “The initiative will move AASU has taken on a pivotal role ty leadership, ensuring that
GUWAHATI, April 23: The ing trustee of Assam Jatiya Bi- writing, speaking and under- forward through discussions in the conservation of critically all content is indexed and up-
All Assam Students’ Union dyalaya Educational and Socio- standing it. There is an urgent and collaboration with student endangered language literature loaded to the Digitizing As-
(AASU) and Nanda Talukdar economic Trust, Dr Narayan need to save the language from organizations, community and has committed to expand- sam web platform.
Foundation (NTF) today Sarma at Swahid Nyas here. complete extinction. It has groups, and prominent indi- ing the scope of the initiative to The project is being guided
signed a memorandum of un- Addressing a press confer- prompted AASU and the foun- viduals from the Khamyang, other critically endangered lan- by noted endangered lan-
derstanding (MoU) to digital- ence, president Sarma said dation to act on this.” Tai Phake, and Singpho com- guages and communities in As- guage expert Dr Palash Ku-
ly archive rare literature from that the pilot project will focus AASU chief advisor Bhatta- munities,” he said. sam. The Digitizing Assam (ht- mar Nath, who is serving as
endangered languages of As- on three critically endangered charjya said that the project “The AASU will also explore tps://assamarchieve.org/) ini- the honorary project adviser.
sam under the ‘Digitizing indigenous languages, includ- will span five months and is the possibility of how these tiative is a collaborative effort Secretary of NTF Mrinal
Assam’ initiative. ing Khamyang, Tai Phake and part of the larger Digitalizing languages can be revitalised between NTF and the Assam Talukdar and managing trus-
The MoU was signed by Singpho – each spoken by few- Assam community-driven plat- under the ambit of Clause 6 of Jatiya Bidyalaya Educational tee of Assam Jatiya Bidyalaya
AASU president Utpal Sarma, er than 10,000 people. form, which has already digi- the Assam Accord with the and Socio-economic Trust. Educational and Socio-eco-
general secretary Samiran Referring to a ground-level tized over 2.9 million pages of Government of Assam in fu- NTF will lead the ground- nomic Trust Dr Narayan Sar-
Phukan, secretary of NTF Mri- study, Sarma said, “In the case rare Assamese literature and ture meetings,” he added. level documentation and dig- ma also spoke about the ‘Digi-
nal Talukdar in the presence of the Khamyang language, made them publicity accessi- AASU general secretary Phu- ital archiving work with the talizing Assam’ initiative.
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INTERNATIONAL THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2025

Trump to attend Pope’s funeral

WASHINGTON, April 23: US President Donald Trump is
planning to leave Washington on Friday morning to fly to
Catholic faithful pay Earthquake shakes Istanbul ISTANBUL, April 23: An ological Survey. Its epicen- neighbouring regions, reports
Rome for Pope Francis’ funeral services.
He will return on Saturday evening, once services are over.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced the
their final respects earthquake with a preliminary
magnitude of 6.2 shook Istan-
bul on Wednesday, Turkiye’s
disaster and emergency man-
tre was some 40 km south-
west of Istanbul in the Sea
of Marmara.
It was followed by several
said. Many people rushed out
of homes in panic.
Istanbul Metropolitan Mu-
nicipality said there were no

to Pope Francis
President’s travel plans during her briefing with reporters on
Tuesday. She did not reveal if Trump will meet with foreign agement agency said. There aftershocks, including one “serious cases” in the earth-
leaders during the trip. – AP were no immediate reports measuring 5.3. The disaster quake in a statement made
of any damage or injuries. and emergency management on its social media accounts.
Government of Assam The earthquake had a shal- agency urged residents to Turkiye is crossed by two
AFD financed low depth of 10 km, accord- stay away from buildings. major fault lines, and earth-
Assam Project on Forest & Biodiversity ing to the United States Ge- The earthquake was felt in quakes are frequent. – AP
Conservation- Phase II
Assam Project on Forest & Biodiversity
Conservation Society (APFBCS)
NOTICE INVITING QUOTATION
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website : www.apfbcs.nic.in; Email : pd@apfbcs.in twenty five paisa) only are hereby invited from the registered AC Service Centre/ Registered
CORRIGENDUM Agency/ Firm/ Organization for annual maintenance/ servicing and re-filling of AC gas during
(relating to IFB No. APFBC/PMU/Phase-II/PD/2023/326/Part-IV/94,
the Financial year 2025-26 under the terms and conditions stated below.
dated 20th March 2025))
The deadline for submitting bids for the “Procurement of Drones for Sl. Name of the Estimated Last date Date &
Wildlife Surveillance, Tracking and Monitoring of the Stray Animals under No. Activity value in Rs. & time of bid Time of bid
APFBC -Phase II”, has been extended to 30th April 2025 at 14:00 hrs
IST. The bids will be opened on the same day at 14:15 hrs IST. For further submission opening
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Gas re-filling at 04.30 pm and 3.00 PM
Sd/- Project Director
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Iakhimpur.dcourts.gov.in) of the office of District and Sessions Judge, Lakhimpur, North
Government of Assam Lakhimpur from 11.04.2025 to 30.04.2025. The bid will be opened in the office of the undersigned
AFD financed as per the schedule mentioned above.
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Conservation Society (APFBCS) The body of Pope Francis being carried through St Peter’s Square to St Peter’s Basilica at the and may result in rejection of the bid.
Aranya Bhawan, Panjabari, Guwahati- 781037; Vatican on Wednesday. – AP/PTI Sd/- District and Sessions Judge,
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(relating to IFB No. APFBC/PMU/Phase-II/PD/2023/326/Part-II/86, Thousands of people filed servatives who sometimes small groups of purple-
dated 20th March 2025)) through the central aisle of St felt alienated by his progres- robbed bishops, black-clad
The deadline for submitting bids for the “Procurement of Drone for Forest
Resource Assessment under APFBC -Phase II”, has been extended to
Peter’s Basilica to pay their sive bent. ushers, priests and nuns – and
30th April 2025 at 14:00 hrs IST. The bids will be opened on the same final respects to Pope Francis Wednesday opened with then the doors were thrown
day at 14:15 hrs IST. For further details, including responses to pre-bid on Wednesday, the start of the bells of St Peter’s tolling open to the public. ASSAM PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
queries and the detailed corrigendum, please visit www.apfbcs.nic.in. three days of public viewing as pallbearers carried Fran- Heads of state are expect-
Sd/- Project Director Jawaharnagar, Khanapara, Guwahati-781022
PMU, APFBC Society
ahead of the pontiff’s funeral. cis’ body from the Vatican ed for Francis’ funeral, but the
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Throngs of ordinary faith- hotel where he lived into the three days of public viewing
ful made their way slowly to basilica in a procession in the basilica allow ordinary NOTIFICATION
No. ASTEC/S&T/1363(34)/2022 the 16th-century basilica’s through the same piazza Catholics to grieve the Ar- It is for information to all concerned that the Assam Public Service Commission will hold the
NOTICE INVITING QUOTATIONS main altar, where Francis’ where he had delivered what gentine pope. The viewing document verification for the post of Junior Engineer (Mechanical) under joint cadre of
Sealed quotations with non-refundable I.P.O. of Rs. simple wooden casket was became his final goodbye. ends Friday at 7 pm, after Public Works Roads (PWRD) and Public Works (Building & National Highway)
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(Rupees Twenty only) in favour of Director, ASTEC are four Swiss Guards stood at popemobile tour through the closed and sealed. Jawaharnagar, Khanapara, Guwahati-22. The detailed programme for the document verification
invited by the undersigned from Guwahati based attention. Over the coming faithful on Easter Sunday, af- Francis’ death and funeral is given below:
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undersigned on or before 2.00 pm of 8th May, 2025 and through the basilica, which is continued frail health from a in the 1.4 billion-strong Cath- 1 Junior Engineer (Mechanical) 30th April, 2025 10:00 AM
the same will be opened at 3.00pm 8th May, 2025.For staying open until midnight bout of pneumonia. olic Church, with cardinals under joint cadre of Public
details: Please visit our website to accommodate them. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, gathering over the coming Works Roads (PWRD) and
www.astec.assam.gov.in or visit the undersigned. Cardinals, meanwhile, met who is running the Vatican days before entering into a Public Works (Building &
National Highway) Department
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[PW (B&NH) D]
Bigyan Bhawan, GS Road, Guwahati-05 tions for Saturday’s funeral is elected, led the procession voting in the Sistine Chapel
Kindly note that the candidates appearing for document verification must bring the following
DIPR/CF/AT/91/24-Apr-25 and plan the conclave to elect down the central aisle to the to elect a new pope. There
testimonials in ORIGINAL along with self attested photocopies in chronological order,
Francis’ successor. altar, with clouds of incense are 135 cardinals under age thereof for verification/scrutiny on the day of the document verification:
Francis died on Monday at preceding him and the choir 80 and eligible to vote, and
i. H.S.L.C/H.S Admit/ Marksheet/Pass Certificate as a proof of age.
the age of 88, capping a 12- chanting the ‘Litany of Saints’ the new pontiff will likely
ii. H.S.L.C Marksheet and Pass Certificate.
year pontificate characterised hymn. In pairs, cardinals in come from within their ranks. iii. H.S.S.L.C Marksheet and Pass Certificate (if applicable)
by his concern for the poor red cassocks approached the The conclave is not expected iv. Diploma Marksheet (All Semesters) and Pass Certificate.
and message of inclusion, but casket, bowed and made a to begin before May 5. – AP v. CGPA Conversion Formula of the respective Institute. (wherever applicable)
vi. Permanent Residential Certificate/ Employrnent Exchange Registration.
vii. State Government Employees of Assam must submit No Objection Certificate
Jordan bans Muslim Brotherhood front their respective employer or Permanent Residential Certificate/Employment
Exchange Registration as domicile proof.
viii. Caste/Updated PwBD certificate (if applicable).
AMMAN (Jordan), April latest ban would go. public order.”
ix. BPL candidates must submit BPL, card reflecting name of the candidate.
23: Jordan on Wednesday an- Police surrounded the par- It said a son of one of the
x. Declaration Form A ("Mat be downloaded from APSC's website").
nounced a sweeping ban on ty’s headquarters after group’s leaders had joined xi. e-admission certificate of Screening Test.
the Muslim Brotherhood that Wednesday’s announcement others in trying to manufac- xii. Any other documents that may be relevant for their candidature.
could include shutting down and were searching it. ture and test explosives to • Candidates must bring one of the following photo identity proofs to be produced on the day
the country’s largest opposi- The Interior Ministry said be used against security forc- of document verification. Photo identity proof includes PAN Card, Driving License,
tion party, after accusing the the Muslim Brotherhood is es, without providing names Passport, Voter ID, Aadhaar Card, IDs issued by Government Departments/PSUs
group of planning attacks. now considered an illegal or- or further details. • Candidates must ensure their attendance for document verification as per date and time
The Islamic Action Front, ganisation and announced a ban Last week, Jordan said it had mentioned above. No intimation letters will be issued. Failure to attend for document
verification on the date and time mentioned above will lead to cancellation of their candidature.
a political party linked to the on any political activities re- arrested 16 people accused of
• It may be noted that being called for document verification does not give the candidate the
regionwide Brotherhood, lated to the group and the clo- manufacturing short-range right to claim for selection to the said post.
won the most seats in parlia- sure of its offices. It said ef- missiles, possessing explo- Sd/- Secretary
mentary elections held last forts to confiscate the group’s sives and automatic weapons, Assam Public Service Commission
year against the backdrop of assets would be accelerated. concealing a ready-to-use DIPR/D/AT/145/24-Apr-25 Jawaharnagar, Khanapara, Guwahati-22
mass protests against Israel “It has been proven that missile, and illegally recruit-
over its war with Hamas. members of the group oper- ing and training people.
Jordan banned the Muslim ate in the dark and engage in The government said the Corporate Social Responsibility Authority of Assam (CSRAA)
Brotherhood a decade ago activities that could destabi- accused belong to what it (A Society of the Govt. of Assam)
but officially licensed a splin- lize the country,” the minis- called “unlicensed groups”, AIDC Campus, R.G. Baruah Road, Guwahati -781024, Assam
ter group and continued to try said. “Members of the referring to the Muslim [Email: csr-authorityofassam@assam.gov.in, Ph: 0361-2200399]
tolerate the Islamic Action dissolved Muslim Brother- Brotherhood. The Brother-
Front while restricting some hood have tampered with hood denied the allegations
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
its activities. It was not im- security and national unity, and said it was committed to EOI No. AIDC/CSRAA/Empanelment of I.A./12/2025/1851
mediately clear how far the and disrupted security and Jordan’s security. – AP The Corporate Social Responsibility Authority of Assam (CSRAA), a Society
registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 and under the administrative
control of Industries, Commerce & Public Enterprise Department having its office at

NYC Mayor proclaims Apr 24, AIDC Campus, R.G. Baruah Road, Guwahati -781024, invites eligible agencies
(agencies/organizations/NGOs/trusts, Societies etc.) for “Empanelment as
implementing agencies for implementing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
2025 as ‘Sri Sathya Sai Baba projects in Assam”.
The EoI is to be submitted by email or post or manually to the CSRAA Office within

Centennial Celebration Day’ the stipulated time. Interested party fulfilling the eligibility criteria may download the
EOI Document/Form from AIDC LTD’s website: https://www.aidcltd.com/
DATA SHEET
NEW YORK, April 23: and across the globe in his
New York City Mayor Eric name,” Adams said in the 1. Name of the Procuring Authority CEO, CSRAA
Adams has proclaimed April proclamation. 2. Proposal Validity 90 Days
24, 2025 as ‘Sri Sathya Sai The proclamation further
3. Date of Issue of EOI 24.04.2025
Baba Centennial Celebration adds that “with a foundation
Day’ in the city, highlighting rooted in strong humanistic 4. Date and time of starting of EoI 25.04.2025, from 11.00 A.M.
the message of selfless serv- values, the legacy of Sri Sath- submission by the intending onwards
ice for the community. ya Sai Baba is a beacon of organizations:
The proclamation from light centred around the ten- 5. Date and time of closing of EoI 09.05.2025 till 2.00 P.M.
the Office of the Mayor was et of mutual uplift”. submission by the intending
presented to members of Adams said in the procla- organizations:
the Sri Sathya Sai Global mation that his administra- 6. Date and time of opening of the EoI 09.05.2025 at 4.00 P.M.
Council by Deputy Commis- tion is committed to ensur-
sioner for the New York City ing that people of all back- 7. Place of opening of EoI(s): Corporate Social Responsibility
Mayor’s Office for Interna- grounds and beliefs feel re- Authority of Assam (CSRAA)
tional Affairs Dilip Chauhan spected, safe and welcome in Office, Campus of AIDC Ltd.,
at a special event in City Hall ditions and everything in be- the city. R G Baruah Road,
on Tuesday. Chauhan was tween, our global metropo- In a statement from Pras- GUWAHATI – 781024, ASSAM
joined by senior represent- lis is a multicultural mosaic anthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi, 10. EOI Processing Fee Rs.5,000.00 (Rupees Five
atives from the Mayor’s of- of believers who are dedicat- Managing Trustee of Sri (Non-Refundable) Thousand Only)
fice, including Deputy Com- ed to giving back to others”. Sathya Sai Central Trust, RJ
missioner of NYC Mayor’s “Today, in that spirit, I am Rathnakar said the recogni- 11. Contact Person Name: Smt. B. Tumungpi
Community Affairs Unit delighted to recognise the tion by New York City “one Manager, Technical, AIDC
Christian Williams and centennial year of Sri Sathya of the world’s most vibrant Mobile: 9859055627.
South Asian Liaison Sai Baba’s birth and his thou- and diverse cities, reso- E-mail : csr.authorityofassam@gmail.com
Sookranie Dhanpat. sands of followers who ad- nates deeply with Sri Sath- Any addendum/corrigendum/ cancellation notice of EOI can be seen on the AIDC
The proclamation notes vance the many community ya Sai Baba’s vision of glo- website https://www.aidcltd.com and will not be published in newspapers.
that from “Abrahamic and services that take place bal harmony and spiritual
Eastern religions to folk tra- throughout New York City fellowship”. – PTI DIPR/CF/AT/93/24-Apr-25 Sd/- CEO, CSRAA
 THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2025
GUWAHATI THE ASSAM TRIBUNE, GUWAHATI 5

Corruption, agrarian distress, discrimination

WEATHER
GUWAHATI major planks of Cong against BJP: Ripun Bora
Generally cloudy sky with PRANJAL BHUYAN yati raj system was put in
one or two spells of rain or
thundershowers. Maximum
GUWAHATI, April 23: Al-
Panchayat polls place to bring governance to
the doorsteps of the rural
and minimum temperatures
are most likely to be 32°C leged corruption and political masses and provide a help-
and 23°C respectively. interference in the panchay- a disadvantage due to the op- vassing and public meetings, ing hand to the downtrod-
TEMPERATURE: ats, agrarian distress, and dis- position’s failure to firm up an we are also using social me- den segments. However,
Max 34.0° C crimination in the implemen- alliance in the panchayat polls dia in a big way this time to under the BJP, the schemes
Min 24.0° C
tation of welfare schemes un- at a time when the BJP and the reach the electorate,” said have become a tool in the
der the incumbent regime are AGP are contesting the elec- the senior leader. hands of the ruling party to
One killed the major planks of the prin- tions jointly. He claimed that the BJP-led secure political gains. We are
“Panchayat polls are basical- government failed to bring any
in mishap cipal opposition Congress
party in the forthcoming pan- ly a local affair positive chang-
highlighting all these matters
in a big way before the pub-
GUWAHATI, April 23: A 33- chayat polls. and provide an es in the rural lic,” Bora said.
year-old woman died after she In an interaction with The opportunity for economy of the He added, “The panchayat
was hit by a four-wheel vehicle Assam Tribune, senior Con- each political State and added system no longer reflects the
at Panbazar on Wednesday. The Students of Radha Govinda Baruah College browsing through books on the occasion of
World Book Day on the college premises, in Guwahati on Wednesday. – UB Photos gress leader and former Ra- party to expand that the Con- real spirit under which it was
deceased has been identified as jya Sabha member Ripun its presence in gress has an al- introduced and developed by
Jimpy Saikia, a resident of Bora asserted that there is the grassroots. ternative vision successive Congress party
Chandmari. The incident took public anger against the BJP- Therefore, I for strengthen- governments. BJP has weak-
place when the woman, who
was pillion riding with her hus-
GU NSS, Eco Club celebrate led NDA and the disenchant-
ment will get reflected in the
believe that al-
liances are im-
ing the pancha-
yat system.
ened the panchayati raj sys-
tem. They have not been able
band, had an accidental fall
from the two wheeler and
came in the way of the vehi-
World Earth Day 2025 panchayat election results.
“People of Assam are crav-
material in pan-
chayat polls,
“Assam is
being deprived
to provide jobs to the needy
people under MGNREGA.
STAFF REPORTER of biodiversity and appealed to maintain the biodiversity ing for change after 10 years unlike during of Central The village economy of As-
cle. – Staff Reporter
to the student community to balance. of BJP rule. The rural elec- Lok Sabha or funds for rural sam is in bad shape. Rural in-
Four arrested GUWAHATI, April 23: work for conversation of bi- Arghadeep Baruah, actor, torate will set the trend. The Assembly polls,” Bora said. development. There has frastructure is in an abysmal
GUWAHATI, April 23: The NSS Cell of Gauhati Uni- odiversity hotspots around Pramod Kalita, social work- anger of the masses will get The Congress party has in- been unprecedented corrup- state. There is political and
Basistha Police arrested a versity and the GU Eco Club the university campus. Prof er, Dr Malabika Kakati Sai- reflected in these polls. The tensified its election campaign. tion in the panchayats under bureaucratic interference in
group of four persons and together celebrated World Mahanta recited nature-in- kia, and Dr Banashri Mech panchayat elections are go- “It is true that we were this government. It is our the functioning of the pancha-
recovered a huge amount of Earth Day at the Gauhati Uni- spired poems dedicated to from the Department of Zo- ing to be the prequel for the not able to field candidates main campaign issue. The yats. The Congress party is
stolen items from their pos- versity campus on Tuesday. conservation of biodiversity ology, Gauhati University big change that will come in in some seats, while in some BJP has eroded the power seeking to change all this. We
session. The arrested per- The NSS programme co- to motivate the youths. also spoke on the occasion. A the 2026 Assembly polls. The other places our nominees of the panchayats. The are determined to develop
sons have been identified as ordinator and volunteers Dr Ranjan Kr Kakati, movie named Seuj Sandhan Congress party will secure a were forced to withdraw number of schemes imple- the villages as hubs of produc-
– Habijur Ali, Suksan Ali, Sa- planted saplings at the cam- DSW, GU mentioning this (In search of Green) based good number of seats in the from the race due to threat mented at the panchayat tion in sectors like agriculture,
nidul Ali and Rafique Ali. pus to mark the occasion and year’s Earth Day Theme. on the theme of sustainable panchayat elections,” said and intimidation. Otherwise, level in Assam is only three horticulture, pisciculture, an-
Based on a tip-off, a raid for combating climate change. ‘Our power, our Planet’ em- development was also Bora, who is also a former our campaign is going on in at present. In addition, the imal husbandry, and micro in-
was conducted at Sijubari in Inaugurating the pro- phasized on the urgent need screened on the occasion. president of the Assam full swing across Assam. ruling party is attempting to dustries by increasing assist-
Hatigaon area. According to gramme, Prof Nani Gopal to triple global clean elec- PGSU members, students Pradesh Congress Commit- APCC president Bhupen saffronize the welfare ance to self-help groups. Our
police, the group burgled a Mahanta, Vice-Chancellor, tricity generation by 2030. and the GU fraternity mem- tee (APCC). Kumar Borah is spearhead- schemes. There is also dis- vision is decentralization and
showroom at Beharbari re- Gauhati University highlight- Dr Kakati appealed to all to bers participated in the pro- He discounted the likelihood ing the party’s campaign. crimination in the selection promotion of a sustainable
cently. – Staff Reporter ed the need for conservation plant 10 saplings every year gramme. of the Congress party being at Besides door-to-door can- of beneficiaries. The pancha- rural economy.”

RPF DG visits NFR, reviews

security arrangements
STAFF REPORTER better surveillance and tance of a motivated and well-
monitoring. supported force in delivering
GUWAHATI, April 23: Di- The DG inaugurated new effective railway security and
rector General (DG) of the four-wheelers and two- encouraged open dialogue to
Railway Protection Force wheelers for RPF use to address their needs.
(RPF), Manoj Yadava, recent- boost operational efficiency “The visit of the DG/RPF
ly visited Northeast Frontier and ensure swift response reflects the continued em-
Railway (NFR) to inspect the during incidents. These ve- phasis of Indian Railways on
security arrangements and hicles have been deployed enhancing security standards
review the ongoing upgrada- across key locations in the and operational prepared-
tion of RPF infrastructure and zone to aid in effective patrol- ness across all regions. Be-
functioning within the zone. ling, rapid crime site access, ing a strategically sensitive
During the visit, the sen- and improved on-ground zone of Indian Railways, NFR
ior officer held a detailed in- presence of RPF personnel. shares international borders
spection of the RPF infra- Yadava also interacted with with several neighbouring
structure and reviewed the RPF personnel during the countries, including Bangla-
operational systems in place. visit and appreciated their desh, Bhutan, China, and
He chaired a crime review effort in maintaining safety Myanmar. This makes secu-
meeting at the newly inau- and security across the rail- rity management in the re-
gurated RPF conference hall, way network. gion both critical and com-
‘Manthan’, at the NFR head- He encouraged the person- plex. Against this backdrop,
quarters at Maligaon. nel to continue their work the inspection and review by
The meeting was also at- with commitment and pro- the DG/RPF held special sig-
tended by Additional Gener- fessionalism, keeping in mind nificance in ensuring the
al Manager (AGM) of NFR the crucial role they play in readiness of the RPF to
VB Vishwakarma and IG the security framework of meet the unique challenges
(RPF) of NFR K Arul Jothi, Indian Railways. posed by the region's geo-
along with other senior offi- As part of the visit, a graphical and strategic con-
cials, where various aspects ‘Suraksha Sammelan’ was text. The visit also served to
of railway security, crime organized at Rang Bhawan, reinforce the importance of
prevention, passenger safe- Maligaon, where Yadava ad- continual upgradation of in-
ty, and modernization of RPF dressed a large gathering of frastructure, training, and
operations were discussed. RPF personnel. vigilance to ensure the safe-
Emphasis was laid on He took note of the issues ty of passengers, railway
strengthening intelligence faced by the force and as- property, and national inter-
gathering, enhancing coordi- sured that the welfare and ests in this region,” NFR
nation with other law en- well-being of RPF personnel Chief Public Relations Offic-
forcement agencies, and remain a top priority. Yadava er (CPRO) Kapinjal Kishore
leveraging technology for also emphasized the impor- Sharma said.

Role of AI in communication,
public engagement discussed
GUWAHATI, April 23: On Roy setting the context of The event also featured a
the occasion of National PR the day followed by a speech compelling address by Prof
Day, along with the entire by chapter chairperson Ruma (Dr) Chandan Kumar Goswa-
nation, the Public Relations Chakraborty on the chapter mi, Head of the Department
Society of India (PRSI), Gu- and its activities. VP (East) of Communication and Jour-
wahati Chapter, in collabora- for PRSI, Anu Mazumder nalism at Gauhati Universi-
tion with the Department of read out the message by na- ty. Prof Goswami offered an
Communication and Journal- tional president Dr Ajit academic lens on the evolv-
ism, Gauhati University, cel- Pathak on the current state ing dynamics of AI in public
ebrated Public Relations Day of affairs with respect to pub- communication. He explored
on April 21 with a thought- lic relations and artificial in- the ethical dimensions of
provoking session exploring telligence. transparency, privacy, social
the intersection of Artificial The keynote address was responsibility, and the criti-
Intelligence (AI) and Public delivered by Partha Pratim cal need to counter misinfor-
Relations. Dasgupta, senior fellow at mation and disinformation in
Public Relations Society of IIT Guwahati Technology In- an increasingly digital world.
India (PRSI), Guwahati Chap- novation Hub and director of The session concluded
ter was formed in 1993 un- VisionAIze, USA. In his en- with an interactive Q&A,
der the national body having gaging presentation, Das- where students and partici-
23 chapters across India. gupta delved into the trans- pants engaged in meaningful
The event, held at Gauhati formative role of AI in the discussions with the speak-
University, brought togeth- PR industry, offering real- ers, reflecting the growing
er students, academicians, world insights into how tech- curiosity and concern sur-
and industry professionals for nology can augment commu- rounding the ethical and stra-
a stimulating exchange of ide- nication strategies. He em- tegic implications of AI in PR.
as on how AI is shaping the phasized that while AI offers The celebration marked a
future of communication and immense possibilities, it successful collaboration be-
public engagement, a press must be seen as a tool – an tween academia and the pro-
release stated. assistant that enhances, not fessional community, rein-
The event began with the replaces, human creativity forcing the importance of on-
inaugural speech by Chapter and contextual understand- going dialogue and innovation
vice chairman, Surojit Sinha ing in public communication. in the field of public relations.
 6 THE ASSAM TRIBUNE, GUWAHATI THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2025

Mistakes haunting Nagaland

Message for today
The object of terrorism is terrorism.
George Orwell

A deeply entrenched culture of ‘backdoor appointments’ in

Nagaland continues to undermine fairness, integrity and the
MONALISA CHANGKIJA aspirations of its younger generations.
Vicious assault istakes that remain unrepaired demand his resignation. On April 21, stu- esting background. In the early years of stylised nowadays.

W
ords are inadequate to condemn the vicious
assault upon innocent tourists by armed ter-
rorists at the Baisaran valley of Pahalgam on
Tuesday, in which 26 people were killed and
many injured! This was the deadliest attack in the Kash-
mir Valley since the 2019 Pulwama strike, when a sui-
M never disappear. They repeat-
edly return to haunt sooner or
later, one way or another. At
the moment, Nagaland appears
to be haunted by one of these mistakes. A
few years back, Nagaland’s Department of
Higher and Technical Education hired 147
dents, research scholars, youths and even
members of the public gathered at the State
Secretariat complex in greater strength and
submitted a memorandum to the Chief
Minister through the Deputy Commission-
er, Kohima.
Meanwhile, the government did what it
statehood, there was a dire need for hu-
man resources in government depart-
ments and agencies. People with minimum
qualifications were appointed, and minimum
in-house training was imparted to them.
People already in administrative and other
services, not least sundry politicians, were
Impervious to societal climate change,
the river of deep-seated tribalism and clan-
nism of the past continues to thunderously
roll down to the present and pave the way
for ‘backdoor appointments’. Newer polit-
ical and bureaucratic leaderships have de-
veloped a thick shell of impunity, embold-
cide bomber carried out a devastating explosion that Assistant Professors and Librarians on con- knows best – resort to gerrymandering – sort of sanctioned to make such appoint- ened by political majority, resulting in a fear
resulted in the death of 40 CRPF personnel. The latest tract, the terms of which are not fully which has worked on so many protested ments – desperate times demanded des- that spawns surrender and sycophancy.
heinous terrorist assault differed from the Pulwama in- known. All these years, there have been issues all these decades. The State Cabi- perate measures, after all. It wasn’t seen Meanwhile, education, exposure and tech-
cident in that civilians and not the security forces were no advertisements for these posts and no net met on the same day and decided to as corruption or nepotism at that time – nology have emboldened younger genera-
targeted and mostly tourists were victims. Clearly, the formal or official recruitment process con- keep the regularisation order in abeyance what needed to be done was done. And in tions that do not buy the run-of-the-mill
ducted through the NPSC or as mandated and, of course, set up a committee. The all fairness, such appointees worked with political and bureaucratic narratives, hence
perpetrators were bent on sending out a range of sig-
by the UGC. A few months ago, the State protesters were not having any of it and commitment and dedication and are still demand their rights, transparency and ac-
nals, including that the claim of ‘normalcy’ having re- Government regularised these contractu- soundly rejected the Cabinet’s decisions, deemed the real pioneers of the State of countability – Constitutional basics – ap-
turned to the Valley made by the NDA government at al appointees, thereby opening a whole can as clearly stated in their memorandum to Nagaland. However, the bad apples consid- parently alien concepts to those in power,
the Centre was false and it remained in a disturbed of worms – and more such cans in other the Chief Minister. Their unequivocal stand ered their departments as their personal especially in today’s political climate.
ambience as it had done in the past. It may be noted that departments may possibly be opened in due remains the revocation of the said regular- fiefdoms, arbitrarily laid down their writs, Then there is the issue of leadership def-
elections have been held in Kashmir and the UT is gov- course. Student organisations, research isation order. The NSF had earlier given a and wrote the resonating human resource icit, resulting in policy paralyses. This lead-
erned by Omar Abdullah’s National Conference. At the scholars and youth bodies have been peace- timeframe to the government to revoke history of a number of departments. In the ership deficit is not confined only to the
same time, encouraged by the improved security situa- fully protesting against the said regularisa- the same order, which ends on April 28. initial chaotic process of State-building, they political and bureaucratic, but also to the
tion, tourists have begun to return to Kashmir, giving a tion for over a week, and their very deter- Now we wait for the next level as the game passed through the cracks unnoticed and societal – such as the Church, tribal organ-
big boost to the local economy, which depends greatly on mined stand is that they will not rest until of the government versus youth power were never called out. isations and, generally, what are known as
them for sustenance. Apart from attempting to prove the said regularisation order is revoked. unfolds. Times bring about positive and negative the ‘Elders’ – the leadership of whom have
What they want is fresh advertisements Regularisation of contractual appoint- changes. Things improved in many sectors, also been increasingly afflicted with the dis-
that Kashmir remained disturbed, the terrorists had also
and a legally mandated recruitment proc- ments without due process is not a new and the population also increased, creating ease of ‘backdoor appointments’. The trag-
used this vicious assault to punish the Kashmiri people ess, paving the way for an acceptable de- phenomenon in Nagaland. It is a rampant, a whole new set of dynamics. Looking back ic impact of ‘backdoor appointments’ is
for participating to a degree in the elections, thereby gree of a level playing field. decades-old practice elevated to the level in hindsight, Nagaland was then unprepared clearly stamped on all aspects of present-
furthering the process of normalisation, an outcome that As usual, the State government mum- of culture in almost every government de- to deal with these dynamics. With more day State of Nagaland, which all the prom-
was antagonistic to their objective. bled and fumbled its way through till it had partment and agency. It is very likely that time passing by, these dynamics spawned ised four-lane national highways cannot con-
Such a blatant attempt to turn the clock back in Kashmir to blink first. Last week, all government there are very few tribes, clans and fami- newer dynamics, overwhelming our new- ceal, and all the proposed shining infrastruc-
is serious and has to be dealt with in the severest manner colleges were directed to assemble in sup- lies that have not been the beneficiaries of er political and bureaucratic leadership. In ture development cannot compensate for
possible. It has induced Prime Minister Narendra Modi to port of the regularisation order on April 21 this culture. Appointments and regularisa- the early years of statehood, our political the abandoned and lost integrity.
cut short his official visit to Saudi Arabia and return to India last. Student bodies, including tribal stu- tions are generally called ‘backdoor ap- leaderships were committed, and our bu- Never has a societal leadership of a State
to oversee the effort to hunt down the culprits along with dent and youth bodies, were not having any pointments’ here and are also rampant in reaucracy was indeed a steel frame and cat- let down young generations so badly as in
of it. They directed members – basically the school education departments, render- alyst of change, warts and all. Time changed Nagaland. Never has a societal leadership
his Home Minister Amit Shah. Already, a massive man-
students – not to participate in the said ing children and youngsters – and their fu- all that, exposing how unwilling, unable, of a State destroyed its own future as thor-
hunt has been launched to track down the terrorists with ‘show of support and solidarity’. This or- ture – victims of corruption and nepotism. and therefore unprepared our newer po- oughly as in Nagaland. Never has a societal
the Army, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Jam- der is reported to have been issued by the Last year, the High Court revoked such litical and bureaucratic leadership is to find leadership of a State walked away from the
mu and Kashmir police cordoning off the area. Although it Department of Higher and Technical Edu- ‘backdoor appointments’ of over a thou- a way out from underneath the avalanche purpose and promise of a State as deter-
is not yet certain which terrorist group is behind this at- cation, which it later denied and then re- sand in the police department and ordered of the past and change course – much less minedly as in Nagaland. Unsurprisingly, the
tack, so far ‘The Resistance Front’, a shadow group of the scinded, which in turn was reported to have the advertisement of the posts and recruit- understand the constant churning of dy- inherent malaise of unrepaired mistakes
banned Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror out- been directed by the Minister of the said ment through the NPSC. namics. Therefore, ‘backdoor appoint- now haunts the same, but also a different,
fit, has claimed responsibility. The Secretary General of department, prompting the protesters to ‘Backdoor appointments’ have an inter- ments’ continue in various forms, often Nagaland.
the United Nations Antonio Guterres has condemned the
attack, while European Union Chief Ursula von der Leyen
termed it as “vile”. Other world leaders including US Pres-
ident Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin and
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, have condemned
the brutal assault and expressed solidarity with India. How-
Need for a dominant culture in Assam
ever, the international community needs to go beyond vo-
cal condemnation and engage in effective action against SWAPNANIL BARUA Inclusive cultural integration is key to harmony, stability, and growth
entities that harbour terrorists and export terrorism. In in Assam, a land rich with a tapestry of diverse ethnic communities.
due course, it is almost certain that the investigations will
ssam, located in the northeastern have played a crucial role in shaping na- of Assamese as a link language, much like moted internationally, much like Kerala’s

A
reveal the Pakistan connection, in which case it is incum- part of India, is a melting pot of tional and regional identities. For instance, Hindi at the national level. cultural identity is recognised through
bent on the part of the international community to take various ethnic communities, lan- Hindi has become a widely accepted lan- Moreover, a common cultural identity Kathakali and Ayurveda.
appropriate punitive measures against that country, includ- guages, and traditions. The State guage in many States despite India’s lin- can prevent external influences from ex- While the idea of a dominant culture offers
ing imposition of sanctions. is home to a diverse population guistic diversity. Similarly, Assamese cul- ploiting ethnic divides for political gain, thus several advantages, it also raises concerns
comprising indigenous Assamese people, ture, with its language, traditions and his- ensuring long-term stability in the State. about the marginalisation of minority cultures.
Bodos, Karbis, Rabhas, Misings, Bengalis, tory, can serve as a common cultural foun- Cultural fragmentation often impedes eco- Some ethnic groups may fear that their tra-
Nepalis, and others, each with their distinct dation in Assam. Assam has witnessed nomic progress. A region with multiple lin- ditions and languages will be overshadowed.
BCCI central contracts cultural identities. While this diversity en-
riches Assam’s heritage, it also poses chal-
ethnic tensions and conflicts arising from
identity-based assertions. The demand for
guistic and cultural barriers faces difficul-
ties in attracting investment and promot-
To prevent this, Assam must adopt an inclu-
sive approach, in which:

T
he Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) re-
lenges in terms of social cohesion, political separate homelands by groups like the ing a cohesive workforce. Assam, despite Cultural autonomy is respected: While As-
cently handed out annual retainership contracts stability, and economic development. In such Bodos and Karbis, along with conflicts its rich resources, has struggled with eco- samese can be the dominant cultural identity,
across four categories for Indian players. The 34- a multiethnic society, the presence of a dom- over illegal migration, has created social nomic stagnation due to frequent strikes, the traditions of other communities must be
player list has retained the earlier format, with play- inant culture can serve as a unifying force, divisions. A dominant culture can act as a protests, and insurgencies driven by eth- preserved through educational policies, fes-
ers being slotted into four categories: A+, A, B and C. providing common ground for integration unifying factor by providing a common plat- nic issues. tivals, and linguistic rights.
Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bum- while respecting the uniqueness of different form that encourages cultural exchanges A dominant culture that fosters unity can Bilingualism is encouraged: Just as many
rah continue to be retained in the A+ category. Ravichan- communities. and mutual respect. For example, the As- lead to a more stable business environment. Indians are fluent in both Hindi and their re-
dran Ashwin, who retired from international cricket late There is a need to explore the necessity samese language and traditions – such as If people identify with a shared cultural gional languages, Assam should promote bi-
last year, is the only change in the A+ category. Rohit, of a dominant culture in Assam, examining the celebration of Bihu – are already wide- ethos, they are more likely to work collec- lingual education to ensure that ethnic lan-
Kohli and Jadeja have been retained in the top category its role in fostering unity, promoting socio- ly accepted across communities. Strength- tively for economic progress. For instance, guages are not lost.
despite retiring from T20Is after India won the T20 World political stability, and ensuring economic ening these common cultural elements can the tea industry, silk production, and tour- Cultural exchanges are promoted: Events
Cup in June last year. Grade A+, which is the top category, development. There is also a need to ad- help reduce ethnic alienation and foster a ism can flourish if Assam is projected as a that celebrate the diversity within Assam –
dress concerns about cultural marginalisa- sense of belonging among different groups. culturally unified destination rather than a such as cultural fairs and inter-community fes-
sees players take home Rs 7 crore. On the other hand,
tion and the importance of striking a balance Ethnic-based politics has often led to in- conflict-ridden State. tivals – can create a sense of inclusiveness.
India’s Champions Trophy hero Shreyas Iyer and Ishan between assimilation and pluralism. A dom- stability in Assam. Various groups have de- In today’s era of globalisation, regional A dominant culture in Assam is essential
Kishan have been included in Grade B and C respectively. inant culture does not necessarily mean cul- manded autonomy or special privileges, cultures need a strong identity to preserve for fostering social unity, ensuring political
Iyer has made a notable comeback in the list, being induct- tural suppression or the imposition of one sometimes leading to violent movements. their heritage while engaging with the stability, promoting economic development,
ed into the B category along with Kuldeep Yadav, Axar group’s identity on others. Instead, it refers A dominant culture, if inclusive, can miti- wider world. If Assam remains divided and strengthening the State’s identity in a
Patel, Yashasvi Jaiswal and India T20I captain Suryakumar to a shared set of values, language, and tradi- gate such tensions by giving every group a along ethnic lines, it risks losing its dis- globalised world. However, it must be an
Yadav. The B category comes with an annual remunera- tions that can act as a bridge among different stake in a shared identity. For instance, if the tinct cultural representation on the nation- inclusive culture that respects and integrates
tion of Rs 3 crore. Iyer was dropped last season for alleg- communities. A dominant culture in Assam Assamese language is promoted as a unify- al and global stage. A dominant Assamese diverse ethnic traditions rather than sup-
edly ignoring domestic cricket for the IPL. Wicketkeeper- should emerge organically, drawing ele- ing medium, it can create a sense of collec- culture, incorporating elements from var- pressing them. By embracing a common cul-
batter Ishan Kishan, who was also dropped for the same ments from various ethnic groups while tive identity that transcends ethnic divisions. ious communities, can strengthen Assam’s tural framework while preserving its rich
reason, has also made a comeback in category C, which is ensuring inclusivity. This does not mean the suppression of oth- identity. For instance, Assamese classical diversity, Assam can move towards a more
worth Rs 1 crore annually. Rishabh Pant has been promot- In the Indian context, dominant cultures er languages but rather the establishment dance, cuisine, and language can be pro- harmonious and prosperous future.
ed from Grade B to Grade A, which also has Mohammed
Siraj, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Hardik Pandya and Moham-
med Shami. Pant had previously been in Grade A for the LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
2022-23 season but was moved down to Grade B after not
playing for over a year following a horrific car crash in
December 2022. He returned to play in IPL 2024 and has
since been part of all formats for India – he’s played 10
J-K terror attack: Centre ‘Mou Bihu’ row
Sir, – The music video ‘Mou Bihu’ has
wrong, distorted impression of Bihu.
Yours etc., Noopur Baruah, Tezpur.
(ii)
Tests, one ODI and 10 T20Is since then – and has re-
turned to Grade A. should respond strongly garnered all the attention because it has
maligned the image of Bihu, the lifeline of Sir, – The video of the song ‘Mou Bihu’
The BCCI Central Contracts are annual retainership the Assamese community. The maker of has sparked considerable criticism across
agreements between the BCCI and selected Indian crick-
Sir, – The barbaric terror attack in
Kashmir on Tuesday has once again
(ii) the song is now trying hard to establish Assam. Many viewers have found certain
eters, wherein players are guaranteed a fixed sum based Sir, – Militants in Kashmir have been that creative freedom allows one to scenes in the video to be crossing the
exposed the evil intentions of extremists
fighting India’s rule since 1989. They experiment with ideas to showcase a boundaries of cultural decency. These
on their performance, consistency and value to the nation- trying to disrupt peace and harmony in
have killed countless innocents. Many different angle, but she has to understand elements are seen as inappropriate,
al setup. Introduced in 2004 to bring structure and finan- the valley. Such heinous violence not only
Kashmiri Muslims support the rebels. especially under the banner of ‘Bihu’,
that creative freedom does not allow one
cial security to players, the contracts are tiered into differ- sheds innocent blood but also attempts to
The Indian government, however, will to be distasteful, especially with one’s which holds deep traditional and
ent grades, with each grade offering a specific remunera- destabilise the unity and integrity of our emotional significance for the people of
continue to defend the country even if culture. No one has given the maker of
tion slab. The elite A+ category, for instance, usually com- nation. It is high time that the govern- Assam. Artistic freedom is important,
militants carry out acts of terror the song or anyone the reins of our
prises the core multi-format players who form the spine of ment took uncompromising steps against but it must also be exercised with
relentlessly. culture so that they can drag it through
these cowardly elements and strength- sensitivity to the cultural values and
the Indian team, while the lower grades recognise rising The militants who killed 26 innocent filthy landscapes. I request the Chief
ened counterterror measures. sentiments of the society one belongs to.
stars and format specialists. These contracts also include people in Kashmir on Tuesday must be Minister and the Department of Culture
The supreme sacrifice of our jawans identified, captured, and appropriately to take necessary action and urge the The video, in its current form, appears to
perks like match fees, bonuses, and other benefits, ensur-
and civilians must be honoured with firm punished. Yours etc., Maheswar Deka, deletion of the video from YouTube, since fall short of that balance. It is hoped the
ing that players are compensated not just for on-field ap- national resolve and immediate justice. Rangiya. we do not want the world to have a artiste will reflect on the concerns raised
pearances but also for their overall commitment to Indian The entire country stands in solidarity by the public. Even now, it may not be
cricket. The BCCI’s approach to player contracts and per- with the bereaved families and the people too late to consider removing or
formance-based incentives could serve as a model for oth- Articles (within 950-1000 words) and The views expressed in the articles,
of Kashmir in this hour of grief. Letters to the Editor (within 150 words) columns and letters published on this modifying the video. Her family could
er sports organisations in India, fostering professionalism May peace soon return to the valley. for publication on the Editorial Page page are solely those of the authors, also play a role in guiding her to make
and promoting talent development. Yours etc., Heramba Nath, Hindumaiza- may be sent to the email ID: and do not represent the views of choices that align better with our cultural
li, Kamrup. editor@assamtribune.com. the newspaper. heritage. Yours etc., Dipen Gogoi, Teok.
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NORTH EAST THE ASSAM TRIBUNE, GUWAHATI 7

Meghalaya NGO
Air Quality
Index (AQI)
April 23, 2025
Significant efforts made to restore Curfew imposed nabs Bangladeshi
(Average of past 24 hours)
City/
Town
Index
Value
Air
Quality
normalcy in Manipur: Governor in Kamjong district IMPHAL, April 23: The Kamjong district administration has
infiltrators
STAFF CORRESPONDENT

Guwahati 69 Satisfactory IMPHAL, April 23: Ma- imposed curfew with immediate effect after miscreants burnt SHILLONG, April 23:
Nalbari -- -- nipur Governor Ajay Kumar down a few houses in two villages. There is no report of any Members of an NGO today
Nagaon 35 Good Bhalla on Wednesday said that human casualty in the arson. caught five Bangladeshi na-
Sivasagar 30 Good In an order today, the District Magistrate of Kamjong which tionals who crossed into East
“significant efforts” have been
Silchar 45 Good shares border with Myanmar, said the Kamjong SP has report- Jaintia Hills district illegally.
Pollution Control
undertaken over the past few ed that some houses at Gampal and Haiyang under Saham-
Board, Assam months to restore normalcy Meanwhile, the NGO criti-
phung subdivision were set ablaze by unknown miscreants.
and ensure that the State cised the BSF for “failing to
The order issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagar-
progresses on the path of ik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 came into effect from 2 pm of Wednes- stop such infiltration”.
peace and stability. day “until further orders” to prohibit movement of persons The Jaintia National Coun-
Manipur, which witnessed outside their residences and any act or activity that may dis- cil said that the nabbed Bang-
turb the prevailing law and order situation. ladeshi nationals admitted
the killing of at least 260 peo-
In the event of extraordinary circumstances or for individu- that they entered the coun-
ple in ethnic violence since
als seeking to organise a procession for purposes like mar- try with the assistance of lo-
May 2023, is currently under riage, funeral, or other celebrations within the designated area, cal brokers who charged Rs
President’s Rule. The strife written permission must be obtained from the district author- 1,000-Rs 2,000 per person.
between the Meitei and Kuki ity, the order stated. – Correspondent The Bangladeshi citizens
communities also rendered
further revealed that they
thousands of people home-
intended to work as labour-
less, forcing them to stay in
relief camps.
Ultras, 2 others arrested ers at Umpleng in East Jain-
tia Hills district. “A signifi-
“The Government has un- IMPHAL, April 23: Security forces arrested six persons, in-
Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and Chief Secretary PK Singh during a ritual at Khongjom cluding four militants belonging to proscribed outfits, from dif- cant number of Bangladeshis
dertaken significant efforts river on the occasion of Khongjom Day on Wednesday. – Photo: Sobhapati Samom have settled at Umpleng, Soo
ferent parts of Manipur, the police said on Wednesday. A woman
over the past few months to Kilo, and Ladrymbai in East
militant of Kangleipak Communist Party (Nongdrenkhomba) was
restore normalcy in the nipur War of 1891. displacement. today’s fast-paced world. arrested from Lamphel Supermarket in Imphal West district on Jaintia Hills,” the JNC said.
State. Attempts have also The Governor also high- The ‘Hunar Se Rozgar’ He also said the State has Tuesday. She was identified as Tongbram Dolly Devi (20), a Criticising the BSF for fail-
been made to ensure that lighted the ongoing initiatives programme was aimed at launched the ‘Nasha Mukt Bhar- police officer said. ing to stop such infiltration,
Manipur progresses on the aimed at improving the con- persons with not much means at Abhiyan’ to raise awareness A PREPAK cadre was also nabbed from Napetpalli Thong- the organisation said that the
path of peace and stability,” dition of the internally dis- and in need to acquire skills about the harmful effects of sub- khong in Imphal East district on Tuesday. Another insurgent of border guarding force
Bhalla said while addressing placed persons staying in re- facilitative to employment. stance abuse, as part of the Cen- KCP (PWG) was nabbed from Kekrupat in Imphal West district.
“lacked seriousness”. The
a gathering on the occasion of lief camps. Emphasising the impor- tre’s broader mission to build a He was identified as Longjam Tony Singh (37).
A cadre of the banned Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (SOREPA) JNC said that it would identi-
the Khongjom Day obser- Under the Ministry of tance to strengthen the edu- drug-free nation. fy the local brokers who as-
was also apprehended from Hiyanthang Makha Leikai in Imphal
vance in Thoubal district. Tourism’s ‘Hunar Se Rozgar’ cation sector, Bhalla stated that He urged the youth to con- West district on Tuesday. He was identified as Laishram Non- sist such infiltration and take
The Khongjom Day is ob- initiative, steps have been tak- it is vital for the youth to not tribute towards building a gdamba Singh alias Lanleiba (25). strict action against them.
served to pay tribute to en to create employment op- only understand history but better Manipur and to uphold The police also arrested two members of radical outfit Arambai Meanwhile, all the Bang-
those who had sacrificed portunities for the youth, par- also acquire the knowledge and the ideals of justice, equality, Tenggol from Jiribam district on Tuesday for their alleged involve- ladeshis were handed over to
their lives in the Anglo-Ma- ticularly for those affected by skills necessary to thrive in and brotherhood. – PTI ment in the kidnapping of a person from Assam’s Cachar. – PTI the police for further action.

Arunachal Guv, CM NEIGRIHMS seeks deployment of

condemn Pahalgam Central forces after security breach
terror attack STAFF CORRESPONDENT
Hynniewtrep Youth Council members recently letter mentioned.
Stating that the majority of
Corporal Tage Hailyang from the SHILLONG, April 23: stormed the institute and forced the staff to leave the institute’s current secu-
State also died in the carnage The North Eastern Indira rity personnel are contract-
CORRESPONDENT stressed that targeting Gandhi Regional Institute of ber of CAPF personnel be ing recruitment of nurses. lated incident. ed from an outsourcing agen-
tourists not only disrupts Health and Medical Scienc- deployed at strategic and vul- “Despite the efforts of secu- “Similar disturbances in- cy, these personnel are “un-
ITANAGAR, April 23: peace but also affects local es (NEIGRIHMS) has nerable points within the In- rity personnel to prevent volving the same organisa- armed and lack specialized
sought urgent deployment of stitute”. unauthorised access, mem- tion and others have occurred training to effectively handle
Arunachal Pradesh Gover- communities reliant on
Central paramilitary forces The request was made af- bers of the HYC overpow- previously. Additionally, com- such high-risk situations”.
nor Lt General KT Parnaik tourism. He reaffirmed his
within the institute due to ter the Hynniewtrep Youth ered the guards and forceful- parable incidents have been “This leaves the institute
(retd) and Chief Minister faith in the apex leadership
security concerns. Council (HYC), “along with ly entered the premises with reported in other Central in- vulnerable, posing significant
Pema Khandu have con- of the country, expressing
NEIGRIHMS Deputy Di- a mob of approximately 50- the intent to meet the Direc- stitutions and establishments risks to the safety of staff, of-
demned Tuesday’s terror- confidence that the culprits
rector Pawan Deep, in a let- 100 individuals forcibly en- tor, disregarding the instruc- within the State, highlighting ficers, visitors, and institute
ist attack on tourists at Pa- would be brought to justice
ter to the Union Ministry of tered the administrative tions of the security guards,” a concerning trend of securi- property. Given the urgency
halgam in Jammu and Kash- swiftly.
Health and Family Welfare, block of the institute, raised the NEIGRIHMS Deputy ty threats,” Deep wrote. of the matter, your immedi-
mir, which claimed several Chief Minister Pema
said: “...to enhance safety and slogans, and compelled staff Director said. The deployment of CAPF ate consideration for the de-
innocent lives, including Khandu also expressed an-
ensure the smooth function- to vacate their offices”, re- An FIR was lodged against personnel will significantly ployment of CAPF person-
that of Corporal Tage Hai- guish over the “cowardly
ing of the institute, it is ur- cently. the HYC at the nearby po- bolster security measures, nel to safeguard the institute
lyang of the Indian Air and unprovoked” attack.
gently requested that, in ad- The NGO was demanding lice station by the Chief Se- deter potential threats, and is highly requested,” the
Force, a native of Arunachal He said, “All citizens of In-
dition to existing security that the institute announce an curity Officer, who report- provide effective manage- NEIGRIHMS Deputy Di-
Pradesh. dia stand united in our re-
measures, an adequate num- 80:20 female-male ratio dur- ed that this was not an iso- ment of similar situations, the rector said.
Calling the attack a “bar- solve to combat these forc-
baric act of cowardice”, es of terror.” Remember-
Governor Parnaik said it
was a direct assault on the
ing Corporal Hailyang, who
hailed from Tajang village Mizoram CM bats for deeper Mizoram assures
inclusive fabric of the na- in Lower Subansiri district,
tion. “The entire State of
Arunachal Pradesh stands
Khandu said, “He will al-
ways be remembered with ties with Asian neighbours support to Brahmaputra
united in mourning this ir-
reparable loss and extends
pride.”
The Chief Minister CORRESPONDENT potential in critical sectors. of roads, railways, airports, Board in flood control
unwavering support to the called on the people of “The Task Force aims to ports, digital infrastructure, and
AIZAWL, April 23: Mizo- comprehensively assess the power facilities. The corridor CORRESPONDENT Dr Singh detailed the
bereaved family of Corpo- Arunachal Pradesh to stand Board’s mandate of integrat-
ram Chief Minister Lalduho- current infrastructure, eco- also aims to develop strategic
ral Hailyang.” He further in solidarity with the rest AIZAWL, April 23: In a bid ed development of the Brah-
ma on Wednesday called for nomic and investment land- sectoral clusters such as bam- maputra and Barak river ba-
prayed for the speedy re- of the nation in upholding to strengthen flood control and
deeper regional cooperation scape in the North East and boo, agarwood, rubber, sericul- water resource management, sins. He said the Board – set
covery of those injured in peace and unity. He added,
with Asian neighbours and devise actionable strategies ture, tea, and agriculture with a Mizoram Chief Minister La- up in 1982 under the Brah-
the attack. “I am confident that our
greater public-private in- for both short- and long-term focus on high-value crops like lduhoma today met Brahmapu- maputra Board Act – prepares
Highlighting the socio- security forces will provide
Nagaland party economic impact of such at- a befitting response to such
vestments to fast-track de- development,” the Chief kiwi and pineapple. tra Board chairman Dr Randir master plans for flood and ero-
velopment in the North Minister said. He stressed The initiative seeks to estab- Singh here, pledging the sion control, conducts surveys,
slams minister tacks, the Governor barbaric acts.”
East, as he chaired the first lish growth hubs and border State’s full cooperation in fast- drafts DPRs for multipurpose
projects, and coordinates
over job meeting of the High-Level NEEC meet centres to harness local resourc- tracking ongoing and future

regularisation Sikkim CM condoles deaths Task Force on the North East

Economic Corridor (NEEC) the need to attract both pub-
es, respond to market de-
mands, attract Foreign Direct
initiatives.
Lalduhoma lauded the
drainage and anti-erosion
schemes across the region.
GANGTOK, April 23: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Brahmaputra Board’s efforts in He also briefed the Chief
CORRESPONDENT via video conferencing. lic and private sector invest- Investment (FDI), and define Minister on the Board’s key
Tamang on Wednesday condemned the terror attack in Kash- the State and assured that the
mir’s Pahalgam in which at least 26 people, mostly tourists, Addressing the members ment while aligning the cor- strategic zones for industrial Mizoram Government is pre- interventions in Mizoram and
DIMAPUR, April 23: The were killed. as convener of the Task ridor’s objectives with mea- and economic development. pared to amend policies and expressed urgency in speed-
Rising People’s Party (RPP) “I am deeply shocked and saddened by the brutal terror at- Force, Lalduhoma underlined surable milestones. Union DoNER Minister align regulations to enable ac- ing up critical works. Singh
today demanded that Naga- tack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, that claimed innocent the strategic importance of Spearheaded by the Minis- Jyotiraditya M Scindia, As- cess to Central funds ear- noted that the Board’s regional
land Higher Education Min- lives and injured many. Such heinous acts must be condemned the North Eastern Region in try of Development of North sam Chief Minister Himanta marked for flood bank zoning. office at Zemabawk currently
ister Imna Along be relieved unequivocally,” he said in a social media post. He stressed the importance of functions from a rented space
India’s economic future. He Eastern Region (DoNER), the Biswa Sarma, Meghalaya
The Chief Minister extended his condolences to the bereaved collaborative progress in boost- and flagged the need for bet-
of his portfolio over the issue said that the NEEC must act NEEC is envisioned as a trans- Chief Minister Conrad Sang-
families and prayed for the swift recovery of the injured. ing water sources, developing ter infrastructure.
of regularisation of jobs of 147 as a catalyst for inclusive formative initiative to boost in- ma, and Manipur Governor watersheds, constructing rain- The Brahmaputra Board
“We stand in solidarity with them during this tragic time and
contractual assistant profes- growth by enhancing connec- tra-regional connectivity Ajay Kumar Bhalla attended water harvesting dams, and delegation included senior of-
pray for the departed souls to rest in eternal peace,” Tamang
sors and librarians in the State. said. – PTI tivity and unlocking untapped through an integrated network the virtual meeting. implementing multipurpose ficials and Lalrothanga, Sec-
In a release, the RPP said irrigation projects to build a retary of State Irrigation and
that the minister in charge of resilient riverine system. Water Resources Department.
an important department
like Higher Education should
have some semblance of in-
Workshop on job opportunities in Japan held Bank’s bid to provide
tegrity and character. BHADRA GOGOI Linguistic Head of De-
While the Combined Tech-
nical Association of Nagaland DIMAPUR, April 23: The
partment, Nagaland Uni-
versity, Prof Pangersenla
clean energy solutions
and the Nagaland NET Qual- GUWAHATI, April 23: On the occasion of Earth Day 2025,
Department of Horticulture, Walling, in her address, said
ified Forum held protests at HDFC Bank announced a programme under its flagship CSR
Nagaland University, and that two MoUs were signed
the Directorate of Higher initiative, Parivartan, under which it will enable access to clean
ARMS Incorporation organ- between the State Govern-
Education in Kohima over and renewable energy solutions to over 1,000 villages across
ised a workshop on job op- ment and the Nagaland Uni-
the issue, the Naga Students India by 2025, empowering rural and semi-urban communi-
portunities in Japan at the versity and another be-
Federation on April 21 issued ties through innovative solar-power.
Capital Convention Centre in tween the ARMS Incorpo-
a seven-day ultimatum to the In the tea growing regions of the North East, solar panels
Kohima today. ration and the university.
State Government to revoke supported by HDFC Bank have reduced power costs and carbon
Representatives from Ja- These MoUs mark the be-
the Cabinet decision on reg- footprints, improving safety and production reliability for planta-
pan’s Embassy and delegates ginning of a three-year collab-
ularisation of these jobs. tion workers, an HDFC release stated. – Staff Reporter
from four prefectures of Ja- orative partnership aimed at
The RPP took a jibe that pan were also present in the and tech industry in Japan is quires manpower for its in- nical intern training pro- fostering educational and cul-
the minister had once workshop. known for its high demand dustries as there is a short- gramme, ARMS incorpora- tural exchange.
claimed there would be no “Japan offers a wide range for skilled workers. age of human resources in tion selects candidates and She said the core objective
more appointments from of job opportunities, particu- With Japan’s rich cultural the country due to its sends them to Japan. is to position Nagaland as a
“backdoor, window or ceil- larly in sectors like IT, engi- heritage and diverse tourist shrinking population. He The three-year pro- centre for foreign language
ing”. However, he has now neering, agriculture and attractions, there are oppor- added that due to increase gramme was officially ap- learning and offer students a
provoked every right-think- teaching English,” said Di- tunities in various hospitali- in the ageing population of proved by both the Japanese broader range of academic
ing citizen through regulari- rector of Horticulture Me- ty sectors, Meyasashi stated. Japan, there is a shortage of and Indian governments, Na- opportunities while simulta-
sation of the jobs of assistant yasashi in his welcome ad- ARMS Incorporation vice long-term health care and gatoshi said, adding more than neously fostering youth em-
professors and librarians, it dress at the inaugural ses- president Shibata Nagatoshi, nursing personnel. 350 students have already ployment both domestically
added. sion. He added that the IT in his speech, said Japan re- He said that under the tech- been placed in Japan. and internationally.
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8 THE ASSAM TRIBUNE, GUWAHATI THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2025

Harmony created by all ethnic groups in Postal voting for

Panchayat polls from
Doomdooma a message for the State: Gowala today in Cachar district
STAFF CORRESPONDENT recorded a total of 64 contest-
ing candidates. Among them,
Curtain falls on Doomdooma Rajahuwa Rongali Bihu Sanmilan SILCHAR, April 23: In a the BJP has fielded 23 candi-
CORRESPONDENT writer and satirist, former presi- major development ahead of dates, followed by Congress
dent of Tinsukia Zila Sahitya Sabha the Panchayat elections, the with 22 candidates. Other po-
DOOMDOOMA, April 23: The and Tinsukia District Journalists’ office of the Additional Dis- litical entities such as the AGP,
55th Doomdooma Rajahuwa Ron- Association, Punya Saikia with the trict Commissioner-in- All India Trinamool Congress
gali Bihu Sanmilan which began on ‘Jogesh Das Memorial Literature charge of the Postal Ballot and SUCI (C) have also field-
Sunday at Doomdooma Town Field Award- 2025’. The award was in- Paper Cell has informed that ed their candidates. One can-
came to an end on Tuesday night stituted by the Doomdooma Raja- the schedule for casting votes didate each has been fielded
with a colourful cultural night where huwa Rongali Bihu Sanmilan in through Postal Ballot Paper by CPI(C), Raijor Dol, Sama-
popular Assamese singer Jublee memory of noted litterateur and has been revised. jwadi Party, and the newly
Baruah took part. former president of Asam Sahitya As per a release issued in emerging Bharat Nirman
On the concluding day’s after- Sabha, Jogesh Das, who was a son this regard by the DDIPR Bar- Sangh, while 14 candidates are
noon, a colourful cultural proces- of the soil of Doomdooma. ak Valley region, applicants contesting as independents.
sion was brought out in Doom- Bihuwan, the souvenir of the who had earlier applied to ex- On the other hand, at the
dooma town, which was formally Doomdooma Rajahuwa Rongali ercise their franchise via Post- Anchalik Panchayat level,
inaugurated by Doomdooma MLA Bihu Sanmilan published under the al Ballot Paper and were slat- there are a total of 381 con-
and Minister for Labour Welfare, joint editorship of Deben Deka, ed to vote on April 22 and 23 testing candidates across 162
Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare and Monoj Dutta and Abhijit Khataniar, as per earlier office order re- Anchalik Panchayat constitu-
ceived on April 14, have been encies. The BJP is contesting
Home Affairs Rupesh Gowala. was inaugurated by the president
notified that the earlier sched- with 149 candidates while the
In his inaugural address, Gowala of Asom Jatiyatabadi Yuva Chatra
ule has been deferred. The Congress has 111 candidates,
said the harmony created by all eth- Parishad, Palash Changmai.
new dates for casting votes and AGP has 11. TMC has
nic groups irrespective of caste, re- During the celebrations, various
through postal ballots has been nominated nine candidates,
ligion and race in Doomdooma is a Bihu competitions like Bihu danc-
scheduled on April 24 and 25. while SUCI (C) and CPI (C)
good message for the entire State. tee felicitated Gowala with a bi- ani Mohan and several other day evening, was presided over by es, Bihu songs, husori, ‘Jeng bihu’,
The rescheduling has been have one and six candidates
The minister said this message of huwan, memento and letter of ap- prominent people participated in the president of the celebration Bihuwati, etc., were held and the
undertaken to streamline and respectively. There are also
unity will take Doomdooma further preciation before inaugurating the the procession. committee, Dulu Arandhara. In the prizes were distributed among the
ensure an effective and or- 92 independent candidates
ahead in the coming days. procession. Besides, Gowala, pop- The open meeting of the three- open meeting, the Bihu celebra- winners of these competitions in
derly process for the facilita- contesting the polls.
The Bihu celebration commit- ular Assamese cine actress Dhay- day Bihu celebrations held on Tues- tion committee conferred noted the open meeting.
tion of postal voting during In Cachar, there are 162
the ongoing Panchayat elec- GPs and 1620 GP wards
New PNB Jorhat Show-cause
circle head Jagiroad Rongali Bihu Sanmilan ends notice to 7
tion, stated a press release.
Meanwhile, the Zila
Parishad Constituencies have
comprising a total of 4051
candidates contesting for
Gram Panchayat members.
takes charge CORRESPONDENT cultural procession, in which ised in which 15 teams from branch organised a ‘biya BJP workers
various groups with their tra- Nagaon, Morigaon and Kam- naam’ competition in which
STAFF CORRESPONDENT
JAGIROAD, April 23: ditional dresses participated rup (M) districts took part. eight ‘biya naam’ teams un- in Sribhumi Dikhowporia body
JORHAT April 23: Anil The two-day Sadou Jagiroad along with the local people. A On the penultimate day der Morigaon district partic- A CORRESPONDENT
Kumar Dawra took over
charge as the circle head of
Rongali Bihu Sanmilan or-
ganised at Jagiroad HS
felicitation function was also or-
ganised where donors, senior
morning, Mahiruddin Ahmed
Hazarika memorial painting
ipated. Jagiroad Develop-
ment Authority chairman NILAMBAZAR, April 23:
celebrates Bihu
Punjab National Bank (PNB), School playground here con- citizens and distinguished per- competition was organised, Dibyajit Neog inaugurated a The Assam Pradesh BJP on SIVASAGAR, April 23: Bhaskarjyoti Das, Dr Utpal
Monday issued a show-cause Dikhowporia Sanmilita Yuva Dutta, Sivasagar Municipality
Jorhat circle having jurisdic- cluded on April 21 with var- sons of the constituency were where 40 school students series of sports events and
notice to seven office bear- Sangha observed the 35th Board executive officer, Deba-
tion over four districts – ious programmes. felicitated. Noted actress Ni- from different institutions ‘Go As You Like’ competi- Bihu Sanmilan with a day-long brat Sharma, Samiran Bordoloi,
Jorhat, Golaghat, Sibsagar, The celebrations began kumoni Baruah inaugurated participated. Jagiroad Col- tions where a large number ers of the party unit in Srib-
programme at Thanaghat, KR Hazarika, Muktab Ahmed,
Majuli and Charaideo – hav- with the hoisting of Bihu flag the Mukoli Bihu. lege principal Dr Bhaben Ch of competitors took part. humi district, due to their fil-
here recently. Mustafij Ahmed, Hemant Ke-
ing 51 branches. by the Udjapan Samiti presi- Jagiroad HS School princi- Neog inaugurated a State- A prize distribution meet- ing papers against the party On the occasion, Jehiruddin jriwal, and 21 others.
A press note of the PNB, dent Manindra Deka, which pal Apurba Kr Das inaugu- level Dr Bhupen Hazarika ing was also organised where nominated candidates in the Khan, president, hoisted the Singers Rajendra Joshi, Rid-
Jorhat circle office stated that was followed by swahid tar- rated the opening day’s cul- sangeet competition, in distinguished guests gave panchayat election. Sangha flag, Khirodnath Das in- dhi Hazarika, Jantumoni Saikia
Dawra, who assumed charge a pan offered by the chief ad- tural function where local and which 20 competitors from away prizes to the winning The organisational gener- itiated the swahid tarpan and Das, Rupom Gogoi, Riya Kon-
few days ago, has vast and var- visor of cultural committee, invited artistes including hu- various regions under the participants. The celebration al secretary of BJP Assam- Bakul Borthakur inaugurated the war, Ananya Gogoi, Bornil Nay-
ied experience in the banking Jitendra kr Deka. sori was performed. ‘Bor district took part. committee president, Manin- cum-MLA Diplu Ranjan Das, open function of the programme. an Saikia, Milee Daulla and
industry spanning more than 35 issued a show-cause notice to The Bihu committee felici- Ariyan Bora presented Bihu
Renowned actress Chetana Bihuwati’ and ‘Saru Bihuwa- The Sadou Asom Lekhika dra Deka inaugurated the con-
years. Prior to his joining at Kakli Sutradhar Kuri (Sari- tated 35 distinguished per- songs. Husori presentations by
Das inaugurated the colourful ti’ competitions were organ- Samaroh Samiti’s Jagiroad cluding day’s cultural night. sons, including Trailukya Das, Nimaijan Kohuwa Dal, Bhojpuri
Jorhat, Dawra was the deputy sha Charakuri), Bhupal Roy
(Suprakandi), Manik Das Jona Das, Kaustovmoni Kako- Bihu Dal, and Rangpuria Jona-
circle head of Amritsar circle. ty, Dr Sabyasachi Mahanta, At- gushti Dal mesmerised the
(Gobindaganj-Nagendrana-
Two killed in gar), Mrityunjay Nath (Dul-
anu Bora, Himangshu Neog, audience. – Correspondent
labhchhara Zilla Parishad),
road mishap Ratna Kanu (Bidynagar), Anil OBITUARY
CORRESPONDENT Barai (Singlachhara) and

TEZPUR, April 23: Two

Deepa Shuklabaidya (Lak-
shipur-Bilbari). Tuman Barman
youths died on the spot in a They have been asked to ANN SERVICE
road mishap at 18 Mile area submit a written explanation
on NH 15 near Balipara under within two days on why dis- TIHU, April 23: Tuman
Chardwar PS, in Sonitpur dis- ciplinary action should not be Barman, a businessman of
trict on Tuesday morning. taken against them. Haribhanga (Bartari) passed
The incident occured
away on April 19 at his own
when their Swift Dzire car Parties gear up residence. He was 62.
bearing registration number
AS-12 BC 6765 fell into a for Panchayat A dedicated AGP worker
and established business-
ditch after losing control.
The deceased were iden-
polls in Tihu man, Tuman was loved and
ANN SERVICE respected by all for honesty
tified as Ranjit Sahani and
and amiable disposition. His presence of a large gather-
Miithun Sahani of Tezpur
TIHU, April 23: Different untimely demise has been ing of admirers, friends and
Gereki area. Two others pas-
political parties including BJP, mourned by people from all relatives.
sangers were safely rescued.
AGP, Congress and independ- walks of life in Haribhanga. He leaves behind his wife,
Assam Rifles ent candidates have geared up
for Panchayat elections in Tihu
His mortal remains were a son, a large extended fami-
cremated on April 20 in the ly and a host of relatives.
hosts workshop Field day: A troop of monkeys bathing at a big pothole on a dilapidated stretch of NH-37 and Sokial Gaon connecting
road at Dergaon after a heavy shower on Wednesday morning. – Photo: Sanjoy Kr Hazarika ZPC under Nalbari district.
STAFF CORRESPONDENT As per election office data,
a total of 163 candidates are TRIBUTE
SILCHAR, April 23: Assam contesting the panchayat polls
Rifles organised a day-long
workshop on print media at
Srikona here on Monday.
Pope’s death mourned in Tinsukia under Tihu ZPC in six Pan-
chayats. Two candidates are
contesting for zila parishad
Mukul Chandra Dass
Our dearest deuta, Mukul
The workshop was attend- CORRESPONDENT including St Joseph Catholic Speaking on this occasion, dedication towards the uplift seat, 15 for anchalik panchay- Chandra Dass, passed away
ed by officers of Assam Ri- Church, Doomdooma Parish Sister Martha Telen, the su- of the poor and downtrodden at seats and the rest are con- peacefully on April 14, 2025,
fles and Indian Army from the DOOMDOOMA, April for the eternal peace of the perior of St Mary’s Convent, and also as an advocate of testing for the posts of gram at 7 pm, after a brief stay in the
areas of Aizawl, Agartala, Se- 23: Christians across Tinsu- departed soul. Doomdooma and the princi- peace, love and brotherhood.” panchayat members in differ- hospital. He is survived by his
napati and Masimpur. kia district expressed grief at At St Mary’s Convent, pal of St Mary’s Higher Sec- The students and teachers ent wards. Ten candidates for beloved wife, three loving
Dr Arindam Gupta, staff the death of Pope Francis, the Doomdooma, special prayer ondary School, Doomdooma of the school cutting across gram panchayat members daughters, five beautiful grand-
correspondent of The Assam first Latin American leader meetings were organised. At said, “In his death, we have their religious lines prayed have won uncontested. children, a loving brother, and
Tribune was the resource of the Roman Catholic St Mary’s Higher Secondary not only lost our spiritual fa- together for the eternal peace Meanwhile, the BJP and its a host of relatives.
person at the workshop. church. School, Doomdooma, a con- ther, but an advocate of social of Pope Francis. Similar, alliance partners are exuding Deuta was born in Dibru-
During the workshop, Dr Special mass prayers were dolence meet was organised justice and environmental prayers were also conducted confidence of a major victory garh on February 1, 1941, and
Gupta spoke on the various organised at various Catholic during the morning assem- steward. Pope Francis will al- in other Christian Missionary in all the seats including that is the oldest of the three periences have enriched
issues related to the subject. churches across the district, bly on Tuesday. ways be remembered for his schools across the district. of the ZPC member. brothers. He began his pri- many lives and will continue
mary education in his belov- to have a positive impact on
ed birthplace and pursued our next generation.
Women candidates eclipsed by male representatives in Hailakandi higher education in Guwahati
and Jorhat. He studied Me-
He was a prolific writer –
both in Assamese and Eng-
ers and fathers – are projected Even independent women can- 325 Zilla Parishad seats, 179 are chanical Engineering in Jorhat lish. His views on important
as the real contenders, effective- didates are reportedly being over- being contested by women. But Engineering College (JEC) socio-political topics through
ly reducing the women to sym- shadowed by their spouses, broth- this empowerment must translate and began his career in 1967 his several articles in the
bolic participants. ers and fathers. During a recent into real visibility and voice – not in Namrup, where he worked leading daily newspapers
This visual and symbolic eras- BJP-AGP campaign meeting in just numbers,” Saikia said. as an assistant engineer with were widely appreciated.
ure of women candidates has Kalacherra of Hailakandi district on This disconnect between the vi- the Namrup Fertilizer com- Deuta was also a member of
sparked a wave of criticism on so- Sunday, BJP state president Dilip sion of empowering women and the pany. After a fulfilling career The Theosophical Society.
cial media and among the local Saikia was visibly stunned when, ground-level political reality has of over three decades, he re- In the recent past, the
public, especially women voters. upon calling out the name of Sahina drawn sharp criticism from the pub- tired in 1999 as the chief en- Asam Sahitya Sabha hon-
While the Constitution mandates Khanam Laskar, AGP nominee for lic. Observers argue that the entire gineer of the Assam State Ag- oured him in recognition of
reservation for women in Pancha- the Ramchandi Nimaichandpur Zil- spirit of women’s reservation is un- riculture Department. After his many contributions to
yati Raj institutions, in practice, la Parishad seat, her husband, Hus- dermined when male relatives act his retirement, the Depart- the Assam State Agricul-
many of these women remain sain Ahmed Laskar, stood up. When as proxies – taking key decisions, at- ment of Rural Development ture Department.
SATANANDA BHATTACHARJEE their own campaigns, with their mere nominal candidates. asked about the candidate’s where- tending meetings, and speaking on Agriculture hired him as a Today on the day of his ad-
husbands, brothers and fathers of- In Hailakandi, this practice has abouts, he failed to provide a clear behalf of the women candidates. consultant. yashraddha, a prayer meeting
HAILAKANDI, April 23: As ten taking the centrestage. become so normalised that it no answer, leading to confusion and an Despite public outrage, many He was a self-made man. will be held at our residence
Hailakandi district gears up for the From campaign vehicles and longer raises eyebrows – despite awkward pause in the gathering. candidates and their representa- Though he had humble begin- for the eternal bliss of his de-
upcoming panchayat elections, a posters to political meetings and running counter to the very idea Later in his address, Saikia ac- tives appear unfazed. Hailakandi nings, by dint of hard work, parted soul.
troubling trend has emerged. public rallies, the candidates’ fac- of women’s political empower- knowledged the strong presence may boast a record number of he achieved greater heights May you rest in peace,
While women constitute nearly es are conspicuously absent. In ment. Several glaring examples of women in this year’s polls, say- women candidates, but absence of of success throughout his ca- dearest Deuta.
half of the contesting candidates, their place, male representatives have surfaced during the current ing, “In today’s meeting alone, some of these women candidates reer. His wisdom and life ex- – Prerona Phukan
they are being visibly sidelined in – typically the husbands, broth- election season. there are 50–60% women. Out of raise serious concerns. Tributes should not exceed 300 words
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STATE THE ASSAM TRIBUNE, GUWAHATI 9

Cop injured
in Dhubri AJP releases panchayat poll manifesto Chief Minister attends
CORRESPONDENT

DHUBRI, April 23: Abbas

STAFF CORRESPONDENT

DIBRUGARH, April 23:

election rally in Jorhat
Gogoi, accompanied by the
party’s general secretary
Jagdish Bhuyan and other of-
people producers and manu-
facturers. In order to
strengthen the rural econo-
and implementing develop-
ment schemes in their re-
spective areas, including ag-
Ali Mondal, a Dhubri Police Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) fice bearers, said that the par- my, we will strive to engage riculture, education, infra-
constable, was allegedly as- today released its election ty’s main objective is to em- every household in income structure, environment, lo-
saulted on Tuesday evening by manifesto for the ensuing power the rural masses, generation (ghore ghore up- cal language, culture and olk-
a group of people identified as panchayat polls, promising to make them self-reliant and arjon). We firmly believe that lore, local markets, etc.
the relatives of one Kudus Ali, strengthen the panchayati raj involve them in all decision a State can develop only It needs to be mentioned
arrested earlier on charges of institutes by giving them making, planning and execu- when the rural sector is de- here that AJP has fielded four
drug smuggling. Mondal re- maximum powers for over- tion of development pro- veloped,” he said. candidates for the district’s
portedly received serious in- all improvement of their re- grammes in the rural areas. The manifesto mainly out- Zila Parishad constituency
juries during the attack. spective areas and ensure “We are not looking to lines how the operation of seats of Naharani, Lengeri,
Kudus Ali was arrested on income generation in each create beneficiaries but will panchayati raj institutes will Joypur, and Dinjoy. Addition-
Tuesday. Police sources said household. empower the rural masses, be conducted if AJP is elect- ally, 18 AJP candidates are
that Kudus Ali was arrested Addressing the media dur- provide them the skills and ed in the panchayats. The contesting for Anchalik Pan-
during a joint operation by ing the unveiling of the elec- help them capitalize on the party has promised to take chayat seats while 140 candi-
South Salmara Police and a tion manifesto at a hotel here, natural resources for self-re- responsibility at the local lev- dates are contesting as ward
team from Dhubri Police. He AJP president Lurinjyoti liance. Our aim is to make el for planning, budgeting, members in the district.
was taken into custody in
connection with case no. 45/
25, under Sections 21(b) and
22(c) of the Narcotic Drugs
Political parties intensify campaign in Tinsukia
and Psychotropic Substanc- CORRESPONDENT expenditure of the candi- 11 in Margherita, 5 in Sadi- Saikhwa Anchalik Panchayat
es (NDPS) Act. dates through expenditure ya and 6 in Saikhowa. One won unopposed.
STAFF CORRESPONDENT government has brought in government was contem-
Following his arrest, he DOOMDOOMA, April monitoring cell, video mon- candidate from Sadiya with- Of the 2,150 nominations
transparency and corruption plating reducing the LPG
was transported to South 23: The Tinsukia district has itoring cell, video viewing drew his nomination. validly filed for 860 gaon pan-
JORHAT, April 23: Chief free recruitment process for cylinder price from Rs 950
Salmara-Mankachar on the been witnessing rallies and cell, etc. The candidates’ After three nominations chayat wards, 58 were with-
Minister Himanta Biswa government jobs and has in- to around Rs 600 in the
same day. L ater in the meetings organised by dif- campaign materials are also were withdrawn and 10 drawn and 94 ward mem-
Sarma on Wednesday listed troduced series of schemes state. While mentioning
evening hours, the constable ferent political parties for being tracked and the con- were elected unopposed, bers were elected unop-
out the slew of initiatives for and projects to provide a various initiatives undertak-
was allegedly assaulted by the upcoming panchayat tent posted on social media the total number of contest- posed, bringing the total
the benefit of poor and down- helping hand to the under- en in the education sector by
the family members of polls scheduled on May 2. is being monitored. ing candidates for the posts number of contesting candi-
trodden undertaken by the privileged and economically his government that includ-
Kudus Ali. The Chief Minister Himan- There are 66 candidates of anchalik panchayat mem- dates to 1998.
BJP-led government in the backward sections of the so- ed waiving of fees in colleg-
Following the incident, ta Biswa Sarma has already in the final battle against 22 bers stood at 190. The sole The election will be held
past four years. ciety. es and financial support to
Jabeda Khatun, Aimona Kha- held an election rally at Tin- zila parishad constituencies candidates for Brahmajan on May 2. So far, the elec-
tun, Jamela Khatun, Romisa Sarma, who was address- The Chief Minister while girl students, he said that
grai for the ruling BJP can- in the district, informed Dis- under Digboi Anchalik, tion campaign in the district
Khatun, Jamila Bewa, Jami- ing a panchayat poll campaign stating of Orunodoi scheme graduates would be given Rs
didates, while Congress trict Information and Public Bandarkhati, Dighaltrang, is going on peacefully. The
ron Bewa, Farida Khatun, rally at Rajabari Khelpathar, for women, spoke of provid- 2500 per month for one
leader Gaurav Gogoi is also Relations Officer Bikash Doidam and Samdang in district administration has
and Nayan Ali — all resi- Teok in Jorhat district, ing free rice given to ration year.
taking part in meetings. Sharma. Of these, 11 candi- Doomdooma Anchalik, put in place strict precaution-
dents of Aironjongla village, slammed the earlier Con- card holder families, the Sarma stated that from this
The district administra- dates are contesting in Ita- Gotong in Makum, Kumar- ary measures to ensure that
under Dhubri PS have been gress party-led governments number of which has been year there would be no need
tion is keeping a close watch khuli, 11 in Makum, 13 in patti and Ledo in Margher- no party can create unpleas-
detained. Besides, Sohidur in the State for its failure in increasing every year to cov- to get certificates from gaon
on the election meetings and Digboi, 9 in Doomdooma, ita and Na-Barmura of ant situations.
Rahman of Mutakhowa and checking corruption. er all the needy people, and pradhans and mouzadars by
Abdul Aziz, Munna Mollah, He alleged that aspirants also mentioned of free med- students to avail government
and Rashida Khatun from
New Ghat area were also
World Book Day celebrated Protest over
Kashmir
had to pay hefty amounts for
government jobs during the
last Congress-rule during15
ical treatment available to
ration card holder families
(upto Rs five lakh) under Ay-
benefits in colleges as pro-
ducing ration cards would
serve the purpose.
detained in the case.
terror attack years.
Taking a dig at Jorhat MP
ushman Bharat scheme of
the Centre.
He also mentioned of
peace returning to the State
CORRESPONDENT
OBITUARY Gaurav Gogoi, Sarma said Stating that this year too and was moving ahead in the
that Gogoi did not come to the process of extending path of development and
DHUBRI, April 23: Pro-
Bani Barua test erupted in Dhubri town
his constituency Jorhat dur- Orunodoi scheme to new progress.
ing the Bohag Bihu festival beneficiaries and issuing ra- Urging the people to vote
on Wednesday as members
time which is unfortunate. He tion card to new families for BJP in the panchayat polls
of the Akhil Bharatiya Vid-
further said that by Septem- across the State was on, Sar- to let the pro people initia-
yarthi Parishad (ABVP)
ber this year he would fur- ma said from October this tives continue and get more
staged a fiery demonstra-
nish proof that Gogoi had year the ration card holders such benefits, Sarma urged
tion in response to the dead-
gone to Pakistan for 15 days would be provided sugar, dal the party workers to see dur-
ly militant attack in Jammu
without letting anyone know. and salt at lower prices than ing campaigning if eligible
and Kashmir’s Baisaran
Valley, a popular tourist des- He said that contrary to the market rate. people were yet to get the
tination in Pahalgam on Congress rule periods his He also stated that the government benefits.
Tuesday.
During the protest, held
TEZPUR, April 23: Bani
Barua, retired chief engineer,
in the Pachmoor area of
Dhubri town, demonstra-
BTC chief
tables budget
Plantation programme
ASEB (Distribution and
Commercial), left for his
tors torched the Pakistan
national flag while chanting
CORRESPONDENT launched in Biswanath
heavenly abode on April 22 CORRESPONDENT He urged everyone to de- dents to develop a habit of anti-Pakistan slogans. CORRESPONDENT of the institute, more than
KOKRAJHAR, April 23:
in Tezpur. He was 89. velop a habit of reading books reading books and to explore The ABVP members ex- 100 trainees from various
BTC chief Pramod Boro
The eldest son of Late Uma NAGAON, April 23: The and to gift books to others, the world of knowledge. pressed outrage over the BISWANATH CHARIALI, engineering colleges, univer-
presented the council budg-
Charan Barua, famous tea World Book Day was cele- especially on birthdays and The event also featured a tragic incident in which at April 23: North Eastern Farm sities and farmers.
et for the year 2025-26 in the
planter of Tarajan in Jorhat, brated with great enthusiasm other ceremonies. book exhibition. Dr Bhuban least 28 tourists were killed Machinery Training and Test- While inaugurating the pro-
house today with a deficit of
he was residing in Tezpur af- at Nowgong College (Auton- The event was attended by Chandra Chutia, professor and several others serious- ing Institute, Biswanath gramme, the director said,
Rs 5466.85 lakh.
ter his retirement. omous) here today. The pro- several dignitaries, including and the president of Sank- ly injured. Chariali under the Ministry of “With a view to make the in-
While presenting the budg-
He completed his school- gramme was organised by senior scribe Prakash Mahan- ardev Sahitya Chora, men- Baisaran Valley, often Agriculture, Government of stitute a green campus, it has
et, Boro, who is also the head
ing from Shankardev Semi- Nagaon Zila Sahitya Sabha in ta, MLA Rupak Sarma and tored the entire programme called the “Mini Switzer- India launched a programme been decided to plant 11,000
of the Finance department, said
nary, Jorhat and his further collaboration with Nowgong Samaguri MLA Diplu Ranjan while Dr Pulin Chandra Bora, land” of India, was the site that the Council is committed titled ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ saplings of various fruit and
studies from Cotton College College and Sankardev Sahi- Sarma. in-charge principal of the col- of the horrific incident that to working for an all-round de- on Wednesday. As part of the other trees this year”. The
and his BE degree from As- tya Chora. Bhaswat Saikia, who recent- lege, delivered the welcome shook the entire nation as velopment of the region. programme launched by the director also explained the ad-
sam Engineering College, Noted Assamese novelist ly cleared the UPSC exam, address. well as the world. Our government has been Government of India under vantages of mechanization in
Gauhati. and writer Manikuntala Bhat- was also present as a special Besides, marking the Speaking to the media, the working with full devotion Swachh Bharat Mission, the agriculture sector and the
He was actively involved tacharyya attended the event guest. Saikia shared how books World Book Day celebrations, ABVP protesters demand- towards achieving a proper 5,000 tea and other tree sap- machinery developed for
in the Assam Agitation and as the keynote speaker and enriched his life and helped him a human chain was also ed swift and decisive action financial stability, he said. lings were planted in the cam- farmers and their applications.
was also involved in many emphasised the importance of to achieve his goals. formed at the college premis- from the Indian government “Our UPPL- BJP govern- pus of the institute today. The programme was at-
other social works. books in human lives, stating The speakers at the event es to raise awareness about against the militants involved ment vowed to work day and The programme was inau- tended by senior agricultur-
He leaves behind his wife, that books can provide a pol- highlighted the significance of the importance of reading in the killings. They also ap- night to change and transform gurated by P Kamalabai, Di- al engineer M R Patel, farm
three children their spouses lution-free life and mental reading books and its bene- habits. Over 300 people par- pealed to the people to reg- our society,” he said while rector of the institute in the superintendent Tejbir Singh
and grandchildren. peace in the digital age. fits. They encouraged the stu- ticipated. ister their protest. presenting the budget. presence of officials and staff and others.

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NATIONAL IAF mourns loss
THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2025

J&K CM calls all-party meet to Kashmiris flood streets to of its personnel

COTTON UNIVERSITY
Panbazar, Guwahati- 781001
discuss terror attack fallout
SRINAGAR, April 23: Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister
Omar Abdullah today said he has convened an all-party meet-
protest Pahalgam attack NEW DELHI, April 23: The
Indian Air Force today mourned
the loss of life of one of its per-
Recruitment Notice
No. Recruitment/CU/2025/02 Dt. 23.04.2025
sonnel in the Pahalgam terror Applications are invited for Non-Teaching Post
ing to discuss the fallout of the Pahalgam terror attack in which Parts of J&K witness shutdown attack, and expressed condo-
from candidates who are Indian Nationals and
26 tourists were killed and a dozen others were injured. lences to his family. The IAF
“In the aftermath of the attack in Pahalgam I have called an shared the update on the corpo- fulfil the requisite criteria.
ral in a post on X, where the IAF
all-party meeting tomorrow afternoon. I have sent out letters
also said it stands in solidarity
For details, please visit
of invitation to all major political parties, all honourable Mem- with the families whose mem- www.cottonuniversity.ac.in
bers of Parliament from Jammu & Kashmir and the Leader of bers either died or sustained in- DIPR/DF/AT/70/24-Apr-25 Sd/- Registrar
Opposition in the J&K Assembly,” Abdullah posted on X. juries in the attack.– PTI
The meeting is scheduled to be held at Sher-i-Kashmir
International Conference Centre at 3 pm on Thursday. SHORT NOTICE INVITING TENDER
“I write to you with a heavy heart, in the aftermath of the Sealed tender affixing non-refundable Court fee stamp of Rs. 8.25p (Rupees Eight and
horrific attack that took place in Pahalgam on Tuesday. The lives Twenty Five paisa) only, are invited from the intending Suppliers/Firms of the State of Assam
lost and the anguish inflicted upon innocent citizens have deeply for supply of following articles during the financial year 2025-26 under the terms and conditions
shaken us all. This is not a mere tragedy for a region or party – stated below:
it is a wound upon the very soul of Jammu & Kashmir,” Abdul- Sl. Supply of Estimated Last date Date &
lah wrote in the letter to various political party heads. – PTI No. Articles value in Rs. & time of bid Time of bid
submission opening
Tender No.: AMSC-EQUI0PROC/68/2024-EQUP PRO-AMSC/ECF : 561479/2 1 Stationary Rs. 3.0 Lakhs 28.04.2025 29.04.2025
NOTICE INVITING TENDER items (approx.) at 05.00 pm
(NATIONAL COMPETITIVE BIDDING) A youth walks past closed shops amid a bandh call given against the Pahalgam terror attack, 2 Electricals Rs. 2.0 Lakhs 28.04.2025 29.04.2025
Assam Medical Services Corporation Ltd. (AMSCL) invites e-Tender in Srinagar on Wednesday. Kashmir Valley observed a shutdown against a terror attack for the items (approx.) at 05.00 pm
affixing court fee stamp of Rs. 8.25/- (For bidders within Assam) or IPO first time in 35 years on Wednesday as organisations from all walks of life supported the bandh
3 Computer Rs. 2.0 Lakhs 28.04.2025 29.04.2025
or Rs. 10/- (for bidders outside Assam) from eligible manufacturers/ call to protest the killings in Pahalgam. – PTI
items (approx.) at 05.00 pm
authorized distributors/ dealers for "Supply of Ophthalmic Equipment/
Instruments for Cataract Surgery facilities in Assam". The complete SRINAGAR, April 23: Not in my name. That Such acts affect the livelihood of the local The Tender documents can be seen/obtained from the official website (https://
e-tender documents may be obtained from the website - http:// was the clear message that went out from Kash- youth,” Banday said. Iakhimpurjudiciary.gov.in) of the office of the District & Sessions Judge, Lakhimpur, North
assamtenders.gov.in from 25.04.2025 till 05.05.2025. mir today, with people pouring into the streets Mohammad Iqbal, a trader from Kulgam, Lakhimpur from 11.04.2025 to 28.04.2025. The bid will be opened in the office of the undersigned
Sd/- Managing Director, AMSCL as per the schedule mentioned above.
across towns and villages to express their an- said the attack was aimed at crippling the econ-
DIPR/CF/AT/95/24-April-25 The bidders are expected to examine all the instructions, formats terms & conditions and
guish and condemn the terror attack in Pahal- omy of Kashmir.
specification as given in the bidding documents and accordingly prepare the bid. Failure in the
gam that killed 26 people, mostly tourists. “Our innocent brothers and sisters who had part of the bidder to furnish all required information and document in the bid will be at own risk
CANCELLATION NOTICE Srinagar city and other parts of Kashmir come to visit Kashmir were targeted. Every and may result in rejection of the bid.
witnessed a shutdown, perhaps a first in re- Kashmiri is sad over the killings, which should Sd/- District and Sessions Judge,
The bid process for the work "Repair and Renovation cent memory. A common occurrence before not have taken place. Our trade is linked to DIPR/C/AT/151/24-Apr-25 Lakhimpur, North Lakhimpur
of Classrooms, Toilets & Water Supply etc. at Normal August 2019, when Article 370 of the Consti- tourism, and if tourist arrivals drop, it will hit
School, Nagaon under the Directorate of SCERT, tution was abrogated, this was the first shut- the local economy. The local trade has been in
Assam". Amounting to Rs. 24,78,939.00 invited vide
press notice Memo No. SE/NBC/NGN/Edu/NS/2024-
down in Kashmir in nearly six years.
While Peoples Democratic Party chief Me-
doldrums for the past few years,” he said.
Tauseef Ahmad War, a social activist, was
NOTICE
It is general information that the following vehicles were seized in connection with smuggling of
25/232-A Dated 24.03.2025 is hereby cancelled due to hbooba Mufti apologised to the people of the among the protesters in Handwara town of timbers, until now there is no claimants against the seized vehicles. Hence, it is a final notice
non participation of bidders for the above work. country and said Kashmiris were ashamed of Kupwara district in north Kashmir. for the concerned to claim if any within one month from the publication of this notice, otherwise
the incident during a protest march in Srina- “We are protesting here to send a mes- the unclaimed seized vehicles will be confiscate as per guideline of Section 49 (B) under
Sd/- Superintending Engineer, P.W.D. Assam Forest Manual 1891 amended.
gar, the ruling National Conference too sage to the world that Kashmiris are not with
Nagaon Building Circle, Nagaon
marched to the Lal Chowk city centre to pro- terrorism, we condemn the attack on tour- The list of unclaimed seized vehicles is as follows:
DIPR/C/AT/149/24-Apr-25
test against the attack. ists in Pahalgam,” he said. Sl. Vehicle’s Name RC No./Chassis No./ OR No.& Date Custody
People from all walks of life denounced the Lok Sabha MP from Srinagar, Aga Syed No. Eng. No.
Government of Assam
attack on the tourists, saying the perpetra- Ruhullah Mehdi, said the perpetrators of the 1 TATA MOBILE AS19C-4320 RR/67DT. 10/10/2023 DEOSRI BEAT
AFD financed
Assam Project on Forest & Biodiversity Conservation- Phase II
tors were hitting at the foundation of the val- attack were neither the adherents of Islam 2 TATA 710 TRUCK AS28C-9891 RR/OR/22 DT. 27/02/2023 RUNIKHATA
ley’s economy. nor the well-wishers of the people of Jammu RANGE
Assam Project on Forest & Biodiversity Conservation Society (APFBCS)
Aranya Bhawan, Panjabari, Guwahati- 781037; “This should not happen – not in the name & Kashmir. 3 TATA ULTRA CH.NO. N043XX614177 RR/04 DT. 28/05/2024 RUNIKHATA
Website: www.apfbcs.nic.in; Email: pd@apfbcs.in of Kashmir and not in the name of Islam. Is- “Whoever did this, they neither belong to RANGE
lamic teachings value human life to the point our religion nor to the people of J&K. The 4 NEW HOLAND AS15C-3987 RR/OR/52 DT. 17/09/2023 RUNIKHATA
CORRIGENDUM TRACTOR WITH RANGE
(relating to IFB No. APFBC/PMU/Phase-II/PD/2023/326/Part-III/101,
that taking an innocent life is akin to killing people of J&K are saying that such acts of
TROLLY
dated 20th March 2025) entire humanity,” Haji Bashir Ahmad Dar, a terror should not be done in our name or in
resident of Srinagar city, told PTI. the name of our religion. We hope that the 5 TATA ACE GOLD AS01NC-5843 RR/80 DT. 19/12/2023 SHANTIPUR BEAT
The deadline for submitting bids for the “Procurement of Drone for 6 TATA YODHA AS16AC-2705 RR/70 DT. 21/11/2023 DEOSRI BEAT
Protests were also held in south Kashmir perpetrators are brought to justice soon,” the
Plantation Monitoring under APFBC - Phase II’, has been extended to
districts, where locals had swarmed the National Conference leader said. 7 TATA MOBILE RC-NIL, ENG. RR/1 DT. 02/03/2024 DEOSRI BEAT
30th April 2025 at 14:00 hrs IST. The bids will be opened on the same
streets in 2016 following the killing of Hizbul Despite reeling from the aftermath of dev- NO-NIL CH. NO- NIL
day at 14:15 hrs IST. For further details, including responses to pre-bid
Mujahideen terrorist Burhan Wani. astating flash floods and multiple landslides, 8 TATA YODHA AS19-AC4808 RR/17 DT. 15/08/2024 DEOSRI BEAT
queries and the detailed corrigendum, please visit www.apfbcs.nic.in.
Sd/- Project Director At a protest in Kulgam, GM Banday, a fruit the residents of Ramban district in Jammu ob- 9 TATA YODHA AS01NC-4988 RR/09 DT. 04/07/2024 SHANTIPUR BEAT
DIPR/CF/AT/106/24-Apr-25 PMU, APFBC Society grower, said the government should take served a complete shutdown and staged peace- 10 SONALIKA ENG.NO. 3102F00489467F19 RR/68 DT. 11/10/2023 RUNIKHATA
steps to eradicate the menace of terrorism ful protests to condemn the terror attack. TRACTOR DI 740 RANGE
so that incidents like the Baisaran attack in The joint protest by Muslim and Hindu III
Government of Assam
AFD financed Pahalgam do not recur. communities, probably for the first time in 11 POWERTRAC D10283460 ESCORDS RR/10 DT. 05/07/2024 RUNIKHATA
TRACTOR EURO RANGE
Assam Project on Forest & Biodiversity Conservation- Phase II “Steps should be taken to uproot terror- the history of this town along the strategic
50
Assam Project on Forest & Biodiversity Conservation Society (APFBCS) ism at the earliest so that such incidents do Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, was led
Aranya Bhawan, Panjabari, Guwahati- 781037; 12 TATA YODHA AS19AC-4719 RR/71 DT. 31/10/2023 RUNIKHATA
not happen again... people of Kashmir have by Islamic scholars who demanded decisive RANGE
Website: www.apfbcs.nic.in; Email: pd@apfbcs.in always been against terrorism. However, con- action against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism
13 MAHINDRA CH.NO. MBNAB25KJ4 RR/74 DT. 15/12/2023 RUNIKHATA
CORRIGENDUM spiracies are being hatched to malign the Kash- to wipe out the menace haunting the region TRACTOR RANGE
(relating to IFB No. APFBC/PMU/Phase-II/PD/2023/326/Part-I/107, miri community and hit the local economy. for the past more than 35 years. – PTI 14 TATA MOBILE (RX NIL BD/25 dt. 08/05/2023 BASUGAON
dated 20th March 2025) PICKUP 3.OL) DEPOT
The deadline for submitting bids for the “Procurement of drone for
Encroachment Monitoring”, has been extended to 30th April 2025 at
14:00 hrs IST. The bids will be opened on the same day at 14:15 hrs IST.
Shah Rukh, Salman, Hrithik, 15 TATA XENON

16 TATA YODHA
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MAT464662PBA01196
RR/01A DT. 29/01/2025

RR/02 DT. 29/01/2025

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corrigendum, please visit www.apfbcs.nic.in.
Sd/- Project Director
Priyanka, Alia, other celebs 17 TATA YODHA MAT524001GRE03222 RR/03 DT. 02/02/2025
RANGE
RUNIKHATA
RANGE
DIPR/CF/AT/116/24-Apr-25 PMU, APFBC Society
condemn Pahalgam terror attack 18 TATA YODHA MAT5435073NYN39831 RR/04 DT. 02/02/2025 RUNIKHATA
RANGE
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA NEW DELHI, April 23: An (killing even one innocent and heartbroken” by the ter- Sd/- Divisional Forest Officer,
BHABHA ATOMIC RESEARCH CENTRE inhuman act of violence, heinous person is equivalent to killing ror attack. DIPR/D/AT/147/24-Apr-25 Chirang Division, Kajalgaon
ADVERTISEMENT NO. 1/2025 (R-V) attack, reprehensible and heart- the whole universe).” “My condolences to the
SELECTION OF JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOWS breaking... India’s cine stars, in- Alia said the news coming families of the departed souls.
LAST DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATION: 19/05/2025 cluding Shah Rukh Khan, Sal- out of Pahalgam was heart- May they rest in peace. Prays
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Mumbai invites applications man Khan and Allu Arjun, spoke breaking. for the speedy recovery of
from interested students for the award of JUNIOR RESEARCH out in unison today to express “Innocent lives lost. Tourists, those injured. May justice and
FELLOWSHIP at this Centre. All the selected candidates will register for
Ph.D. in Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI), a deemed to be University
their anguish at the terror at- families, people who were the spirit of humanity pre- ASSAM PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
tack in Jammu & Kashmir’s tour- just... living. Seeking beauty. vail,” he added.
of Department of Atomic Energy.
ist hub of Pahalgam that claimed Seeking peace. And now In an X post, Allu Arjun said Jawaharnagar, Khanapara, Guwahati-781022
No. of Fellowships: 105 (Indicative) there’s only grief. And the un- he was heartbroken.
the lives of 26 people. No. 264PSC/DR-6/6/2023-2024
Qualification: M.Sc. /integrated M.Sc. / FOUR Years B.S. Course in In an outpouring of grief on bearable weight of it. Every “Such a beautiful place with
Physics / Chemistry/ Life Sciences
social media, many celebrities time something like this hap- kind-hearted people. Condo- ADDENDUM
Selection Procedure: Candidates will be shortlisted for interview based condemned the targeted kill- pens, it chips away at our shared lences to all the families, near In continuation to this office notification issued vide no. 261 PSC/DR-6/6/2023-2024 dated
on their VALID score (on 01-08-2025) obtained in the national qualifying humanity. May those souls rest and dear (ones) of the victims. 22nd April,2025, it is for information, that the candidates whose Roll Nos. appeared in the
exams and/or academic performance: (i) UGC-CSIR-NET Fellowship (SLET ing of innocent tourists in the
terror attack on Tuesday. in peace. And may those left May their innocent souls rest notification No. 101PSC/CON/Exam-14/2024-2025 dated 22nd April, 2025 are hereby asked
/ Lectureship not eligible) (ii) JEST Score (iii) ICMR-JRF Test, ICAR-JRF
behind find strength somehow in peace. Truly Heart-break- to attend the office of the Assam Public Service Commission, Jawaharnagar, Khanapara,
Test (iv) DBT-JRB Biotechnology eligibility Test (v) GATE Score in Physics “Words fail to express the
/ Chemistry / Life Sciences I Biotechnology (vi) JGEEBILS. – though I don’t know how we ing (sic)” he wrote. Guwahati-22 for verification of documents on 30th April,2025 at 10:00AM in connection with
sadness and anger at the treach- recruitment to the post of Junior Engineer (Mechanical) under joint cadre of Public Works
Age Limit: Candidate must be an Indian national and should be less than ery and inhuman act of violence even begin to ask that of them,” Rashmika Mandanna shared
Roads Deptt. (PWRD) and Public Works (Bldg. & NH) Department (Advt. No. 10/2024,
28 years of age as on 01-08-2025. Age relaxation is applicable up to 3 that has occurred in Pahalgam. she posted on Instagram. a news story on her Instagram
years in case of OBC-NCL, 5 years, for SC & ST and 10 years for PwBD
dated 03.05.2024), the Screening Test of which was held on 22.12.2024.
In times like these, one can only Priyanka termed the terror page and wrote, “It breaks my
candidates. attack in Pahalgam as “repre- heart.” Candidates bearing the following Roll Nos. to attend for document verification on
turn to God and say a prayer for 30.04.2025
Final selection will be based on the performance of the candidate in the hensible” and said it is diffi- Manoj Bajpayee said cruel-
interview.
the families that suffered and
express my deepest condolenc- cult to move past from a trag- ty against innocent lives is un- 10003 10047 10053 10054 10068 10081 10112 10127 10145 10151
Fellowship:- Rs. 37,000/- per month for JRF and annual contingency edy like this. acceptable. 10155 10162 10172 10176 10186 10200 10208 10215 10221 10225
grant of Rs. 60,000/-. Medical benefits under CHSS are also available for
es. May we as a nation stand
united, strong and get justice “So many innocent lives were “Peace must be protected, 10226 10227 10234 10259 10282 10292 10302 10334 10338 10344
JRF candidate (research scholar only). The total duration of this fellowship
is five years. Stay in the provided hostel and payment of mess charges against this heinous act,” Shah caught in a storm they never not punished. My heart goes
10347 10371 10379 10385 10386 10390 10391 10392 10393 10419
are mandatory during the PhD programme. Rukh posted on X. asked for. Targeted, right in front out to the victims and their
of their loved ones... This hei- loved ones. Om Shanti #Pa- 10456 10462 10473 10483 10509 10534 10551 10557 10584 10590
Applications will be accepted Online ONLY. Online application portal Salman wrote, “Kashmir,
(https://recruit.barc.gov.in) will be available from 28.04.2025 to heaven on planet earth turn- nous attack should shake the halgam,” he wrote. 10600 10612 10632 10639 10643 10645 10648 10649 10653 10665
19.05.2025. For further details visit our BARC website: www.barc.gov.in ing into hell. Innocent people conscience of humanity. This will Actor-politician Kangana 10667 10686 10710 10720 10722 10727 10728 10747 10749 10780
or send your query on jrf@barc.gov.in. haunt us for a long time. To those Ranaut said terrorists opened
being targeted, my heart goes 10787 10804 10822 10827 10861 10869 10870 10873 10885 10892
The fellowship shall not confer any claim or right for regular employment out to their families. Ek bhi grieving, displaced, mourning, fire at unarmed civilians. “...
in the Centre or any Unit of Department of Atomic Energy. and living in fear, my thoughts how to fight with these cowards, 10921 10924 10934 10935 10947 10950 10955 10959 10962 10963
innocent ko marna puri kain-
CBC 48103/12/0001/2526 ath ko marne ke barabar hai and prayers are with you. I’m so who want to fight only outside of 10970 10976 10991 11019 11043 11050 11060 11062 11075 11080
deeply anguished by this,” she the battlefield (sic),” she said 11095 11098 11106 11131 11144 11151 11190 11212 11213 11218
wrote on Instagram. in an Instagram Story.
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Katrina said she was Ajay Devgn said he was
NOTICE heartbroken by the horrific shocked to hear about the ter- 11362 11392 11393 11403 11410 11414 11417 11419 11426 11441
The Election Observers for Panchayat Election-2025 under the Nagaon Election District has arrived in attack in Pahalgam and sent rorist attack. “The victims and 11470 11522 11583 11592 11609 11618 11620 11621 11624 11639
Nagaon on 22.04.2025. They may be contacted regarding any Panchayat Election related matters and issues her condolences to the fami- their families were innocent 11688 11705 11714 11734 11743 11752 11756 11759 11776 11779
as mentioned below:- lies of the victims. souls, and what happened is 11780 11790 11800 11815 11857 11869 11876 11880 11886 11891
Sl. Name of Name of Name of Election Contact Camp
“Praying for strength and heartbreaking and purely evil.
peace for all the families who My thoughts and prayers are 11894 11902 11918 11928 11929 11941 11957 11977 11998 12004
No. Election Alloted ZPCs Observers for Panchayat Number 12005 12013 12036 12078 12079 12082 12093 12117 12132 12134
have lost loved ones. May jus- with them,” he wrote on X.
District/ Election, 2025
tice be served!!!” she said. Akshay Kumar posted, 12141 12152 12153 12166 12168 12181 12193 12200 12225 12241
Co-District
Anushka Sharma said the “Horrified to know of the ter- 12248 12252 12262 12283 12288 12330 12333 12373 12377 12406
1 Nagaon Alitangani Dagaon, Smti. Kajori Rajkhowa, ACS, 9435054063 Prashaanti attack on tourists in Pahalgam ror attack on tourists in Pahal-
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Lahkar, Maheripar Director, Sericulture, Assam, Lodge, will never be forgotten. gam. Sheer evil to kill inno-
Borghuli, Election Observer for PE-2025 Nagaon “Heartbroken to hear about cent people like this. Prayers 12479 12482 12511 12513 12543 12553 12555 12562 12576 12589
Jamunamukh, the cold-blooded terror attack for their families.” 12592 12594 12601 12623 12633 12646 12680 12694 12722 12723
Kathiatoli on innocent people in Pahal- Actor-filmmaker Farhan 12729 12731 12734 12735 12737 12739 12740 12742 12743 12749
& Puranigudam gam, Kashmir. Heartfelt Akhtar said the senseless act
N.B.: All other terms and conditions of the aforementioned notifications shall remain the same.
prayers and condolences to of violence against innocent
Sd/- Addl. District Commissioner, Nagaon Sd/- Secretary
their families,” the actor said. lives is absolutely inexcusable
I/c Observer Cell Hrithik Roshan said he was and must be condemned in the Assam Public Service Commission
DIPR/D/AT/146/24-Apr-25 Panchayat Election- 2025 “deeply disturbed, disgusted strongest possible terms. – PTI Janasanyog/D/AT/144/24-Apr-25 Jawaharnagar, Khanapara, Guwahati-22.
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BUSINESS & ECONOMY THE ASSAM TRIBUNE, GUWAHATI 11

India to work with Saudi Arabia to enhance J&K hospitality industry

braces for cancellations
stability of global oil markets
NEW DELHI, April 23: Anticipating large-scale travel book-
ing cancellations for Jammu and Kashmir in the aftermath of
the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, aggregators on Wednesday
said they are working with airlines and hotels to offer free
NEW DELHI, April 23: Climate Change and the Par- nership Council. date change and cancellation waivers to travellers. Hospitality
India has agreed to work is Agreement and the need Both sides underscored industry players expect the terror attack to sow fear in the
with Saudi Arabia to enhance to develop and implement the importance of coopera- minds of tourists who were keen to visit Jammu and Kashmir,
the stability of global oil climate agreements with a tion in technology, including adversely affecting the livelihoods of people in the state who
markets and to balance glo- focus on emissions rather in new and emerging do- are dependent on tourism. At least 26 people – mostly Hindu
bal energy market dynam- than sources. mains such as artificial intel- tourists – were killed by terrorists on Tuesday at the Baisaran
ics, according to a joint state- “The Indian side com- ligence, cybersecurity, sem- meadows in Pahalgam. “As per the early observations, flight
ment issued on Wednesday. mended the Kingdom’s iconductors, etc. Highlight- cancellations jumped 7x, and a drop in future bookings by
The statement came after launch of the ‘Saudi Green ing the importance of digital nearly 40 per cent,” said Manjari Singhal, Chief Growth and
conclusion of Prime Minis- Initiative’ and the ‘Middle governance, both sides Business Officer, Cleartrip. “Our on-ground team is doing
ter Narendra Modi’s visit to East Green Initiative’ and agreed to explore collabora- everything in their capacity to offer support to travellers. We
Saudi Arabia which was cut expressed its support for tion in this area. remain committed to providing continued assistance to both
short following the terror the kingdom’s efforts in the “They also expressed sat- our customers and partners during this difficult time,” a Make-
attack in Kashmir’s Pahal- field of climate change. The isfaction on signing of the MyTrip spokesperson said. – PTI
gam, where terrorists killed two sides stressed the im- MoU between Telecom
26 people, mostly tourists. portance of joint cooperation Regulatory Authority of In- Gold halts record rally, drops
“The Indian side agreed to to develop applications of the dia and Communications,
work with the kingdom to circular carbon economy by Space and Technology Com- Rs 2,400 to Rs 99,200/10 g
enhance the stability of glo- promoting policies that use mission of Saudi Arabia for NEW DELHI, April 23: Gold prices took a U-turn from the
bal oil markets and to balance the circular carbon economy cooperation in regulatory historic Rs 1 lakh-mark and declined Rs 2,400 to Rs 99,200
global energy market dynam- as a tool to manage emis- and digital sectors. per 10 gram in the National Capital on Wednesday amid weak
ics. They emphasised the sions and achieve climate “Both sides also agreed to global trend. According to the All India Sarafa Association, the
need to ensure security of Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister change objectives,” the joint enhance cooperation in tour- precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity spurted by Rs 1,800 to
supply for all energy sources Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud in Jeddah. – PTI statement said. ism, including through capac- hit the lifetime peak of Rs 1,01,600 per 10 grams on Tuesday.
in global markets. They tion in the field of green and knowledged the need to buildings, industry, and trans- This was Modi’s third vis- ity building and sustainable Gold of 99.5 per cent fall sharply by Rs 3,400 to Rs 98,700 per
agreed on the importance of clean hydrogen, including work on developing supply portation sectors, and rais- it to Saudi Arabia. It fol- tourism. They also noted the 10 grams on Wednesday, a day after jumping Rs 2,800 to an all-
enhancing cooperation in sev- stimulating demand, devel- chains and projects linked to ing awareness of its impor- lowed the visit of Crown expansion of various oppor- time high of Rs 1,02,100 per 10 grams in the local markets.
eral areas in the energy sec- oping hydrogen transport the energy sector, enabling tance,” the statement said. Prince Mohammed bin Sal- tunities in media, entertain- Meanwhile, silver prices jumped Rs 700 to Rs 99,200 per kg
tor, including the supply of and storage technologies, cooperation between com- On climate change, both man to India in September ment, and sports, supported on Wednesday. The white metal had closed flat at Rs 98,500
crude oil and its derivatives,” exchanging expertise and ex- panies, enhancing coopera- sides reaffirmed the impor- 2023 to participate in the G- by the strong people-to-peo- per kg in the previous session. “Gold prices corrected after
the joint statement said. periences to implement best tion in the field of energy ef- tance of adhering to the prin- 20 Summit and co-chair the ple ties between the two reaching record highs, as safe-haven demand softened follow-
The two sides emphasised practices. ficiency and rationalizing en- ciples of the United Nations first meeting of the India- countries,” the statement ing President Donald Trump’s comments that the steep tar-
the importance of coopera- “The two sides also ac- ergy consumption in the Framework Convention on Saudi Arabia Strategic Part- said. – PTI iffs on Chinese goods imposed during the trade war escalation
will soon be substantially reduced,” Abans Financial Services’
Chief Executive Officer Chintan Mehta said. – PTI
UP govt to link
7,500 rural Indian enterprises embracing AI to Items above
Rs 10 lakh to Anchor Oral Care
strengthens presence in NE
groups to silk
production
transform core business, says SAP attract 1 pc
TCS: I-T dept GUWAHATI, April 23: Anchor Oral Care, a leading brand
from Anchor Consumer Products, strengthened its presence
LUCKNOW, April 23: The NEW DELHI April 23: Shifting from fiting from artificial intelligence (AI). gent, optimised businesses by embed- NEW DELHI, April 23: in the Northeast by appointing actor Aimee Baruah as its
Uttar Pradesh government the AI hype to real-world impact, Indi- “In any organisation, it is the pro- ding AI agents into all aspects of busi- Handbags, wrist watches, brand ambassador. “North East remains a key market for
has set an ambitious target to an enterprises are embracing AI solu- found insights derived from data that ness operations. “We are redefining footwear and sportswear, Anchor since decades, and this strategic move underscores
boost silk production by con- tions across business opera- how individuals work and priced above Rs 10 lakh will the brand’s commitment to expanding its reach and reinforc-
necting 7,500 rural groups to tions, making 2025 the year changing the way business- now attract 1 per cent Tax ing its market position in the region,” the company stated in a
the State Rural Livelihood of measurable AI outcomes, es are run...,” he said. Collected at Source (TCS),
press release, adding “With this initiative, Anchor Oral Care
Mission in the 2025-26 action Europe’s largest software India supports SAP’s glo- as per a notification issued by
aims to enhance its presence and distribution network in the
plan, an official statement said maker SAP said on Wednes- bal target of 400 total em- the income tax department.
region, and boost brand visibility, further growing its market
on Wednesday. day. bedded AI use cases across TCS at 1 per cent rate is
share. Recognizing the growing demand for high-quality oral
To boost silk production, Based on analysis of SAP its portfolio, from over 210 currently being levied on
care solutions, the brand is expanding its presence to cater to
the State government has customers in India over a 12- generative AI use cases motor vehicles costing
the evolving needs of North East consumers”.
devised a focused strategy month period from March available now, the company above Rs 10 lakh effective
for intensive implementa-
tion across 15 districts dur-
2024 to March 2025, the
most popular AI use cases in
said in a release.
SAP Labs India, the com-
January 1, 2025.
The income tax depart-
DS Group achieves revenue
ing this financial year, it said.
These districts will get
India include AI-generated
visual insights, summaries,
pany’s second largest R&D
centre outside Germany, is
ment on April 22 notified the
list of specified luxury goods
of Rs 10,000 crore
and translations, AI-assisted responsible for a large part and collectibles on which 1 GUWAHATI, April 23: The Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS
support for training, adopting
process analysis, and creat- of the development of SAP’s per cent TCS will apply Group), a leading FMCG conglomerate and multi-business
modern technology, and fi-
ing sales orders from un- AI co-pilot, Joule. henceforth. The list includes corporation, has achieved a significant milestone by surpass-
nancial assistance to help silk
structured data. Others use cases that fuel mission-critical operations across The company said the recent launch wrist watches, art objects ing Rs 10,000 crore in revenue for FY 2024-25 making it into
producers compete globally.
have caught-on are predictive forecast- finance, procurement, supply chain, of SAP Business Cloud introduced new such as paintings, sculptures, the list of top 15 FMCG companies in India. This milestone,
This initiative aims to blend
ing, and natural language queries. workforce and beyond,” Manish Pras- data and AI innovations, helping com- and antiques, collectible the company stated in a press release, is primarily driven by
traditional industries with in-
At the SAP NOW AI Tour event in ad, President and MD of SAP Indian panies move beyond simple automa- items including coins and its F&B segment, which contributes 42% to total revenue,
novation, strengthening the
Mumbai, SAP India on Wednesday re- Subcontinent said. tion, solve the most complex business stamps, yachts, helicopters, followed by mouth freshener segment at 38%, hospitality at
rural economy and promot-
vealed new analysis, giving insights The company said it is empowering challenges, and drive enterprise-wide luxury handbags, sunglasses, 3%, and the other businesses together contribute to the rest
ing sustainable livelihoods.
into how Indian businesses are bene- customers as they evolve into intelli- efficiency, agility, and innovation. – PTI footwear, high-end sports- with tobacco being less than 10%. The group has witnessed
An agreement has already
wear and equipment, home consistent upward trajectory with a CAGR of 16% in the last
been signed between the
theatre systems, and horses 3 years through organic growth, reinforcing its market lead-
State Rural Livelihood Mis-
intended for racing or polo. ership and commitment to expansion, the release added.
sion and Silk Department to BSE SENSEX APRIL 23, 2025 TCS does not garner any
increase women’s participa-
tion in silk production. – PTI additional revenue, but helps EU fines Apple, Meta in
Global agencies
the tax department to trace
high value spending as PAN separate digital cases
details have to be submitted LONDON, April 23: European Union watchdogs fined Ap-
cut India GDP at the time of purchase. The ple and Meta hundreds of millions of euros on Wednesday as
forecast to TCS provision for luxury
goods as well as motor vehi-
they stepped up enforcement of the 27-nation bloc’s digital
competition rules. The European Commission imposed a 500
6.2-6.7 pc in ’26 cles costing above Rs 10 lakh million euro (USD 571 million) fine on Apple for preventing
NEW DELHI, April 23: was introduced via Finance app makers from pointing users to cheaper options outside its
Amid the ongoing tariff war Act, 2024, as part of the Bud- App Store. The commission, which is the EU’s executive
and uncertainty over the US get presented in July, 2024. arm, also fined Meta Platforms 200 million euros because it
trade policy, international The obligation to collect forced Facebook and Instagram users to choose between see-
agencies have cut India’s TCS shall be on the seller in ing personalised ads or paying to avoid them. The punish-
growth projections by up to respect of the notified goods ments were smaller than the blockbuster multi-billion euro
0.5 per cent for the current
fiscal, though the country
Investors’ wealth grows by Rs 36.65 lakh cr in 7 days such as wrist watches, art
objects such as paintings,
fines that the commission has previously slapped on Big Tech
companies in antitrust cases. Apple and Meta have to comply
will continue to be the fast- NEW DELHI, April 23: share BSE benchmark days, the BSE benchmark during this time. sculptures, and antiques, col- with the decisions within 60 days or risk unspecified “periodic
est growing major economy. Investors added Rs 36.65 gauge jumped 520.90 points zoomed 6,269.34 points or The BSE midcap gauge lectible items including coins penalty payments,” the commission said. – AP
India is expected to grow lakh crore to their wealth in or 0.65 per cent to settle at 8.48 per cent. climbed 0.94 per cent and and stamps, yachts, helicop-
in the range of 6.2-6.7 per seven days of a steep rally in 80,116.49, the highest clos- Thanks to the rally in eq- smallcap index went up by ters, luxury handbags, sun- FM cuts short US visit in
cent in the current fiscal, de- the equity market, where ing level since December uities, the market capitalisa- 0.26 per cent. As many as glasses, footwear, high-end
spite the possibility of the the benchmark Sensex 18. During the day, it surged tion of BSE-listed firms 2,078 stocks advanced while sportswear and equipment, view of Pahalgam attack
US economy slipping into re- jumped over 8 per cent dur- 658.96 points or 0.82 per surged by Rs 36,65,542.83 1,873 declined and 155 re- home theatre systems, and NEW DELHI, Apr 23: Finance Minister Nirmala Sithara-
cession, China’s growth tak- ing this period. cent to 80,254.55. crore to Rs 4,30,47,876.05 mained unchanged on the horses intended for racing or man has cut short her official visit to the US in view of the
ing a heavy beating and glo- On Wednesday, the 30- In the past seven trading crore (USD 5.04 trillion) BSE. – PTI polo. – PTI dastardly terror attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam that killed at
bally, countries seeing slow- 26 people, mostly tourists, on Tuesday. Sitharaman is part of
ing economic activity. the five-member Cabinet Committee on Security headed by
The International Mone-
tary Fund and the World Bank
have slashed India’s growth
Scale of the response in India blew us away, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who curtailed his two-day
Saudi Arabia trip and reached New Delhi on Wednesday
morning. “Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs
projections for 2025-26 to 6.2
per cent and 6.3 per cent,
respectively, citing uncertain
OpenAI’s Dhariwal on ‘Ghiblification’ Smt. @nsitharaman is cutting short her official visit to the
USA-Peru. She is taking the earliest available flight back to
India to be with our people in this difficult and tragic time,”
NEW DELHI, April 23: Ghibli is PTI in an interview. hold name and marking a new – al- he recounts. “Our team of five spent
global environment and high the buzzword for today’s tech age The creativity coming out of India beit controversial – chapter in AI- nearly a year building 4o image gen- the finance ministry said in a post on X. Sitharaman was on
trade tensions. The Organi- with millions using AI to convert pho- has been incredible, says Dhariwal, powered creativity. eration from the ground up — with an 11-day trip to the US and Peru from April 20 to partici-
sation for Economic Co-op- tographs, cards and much else into who did his schooling from Dr Kal- Last year, OpenAI CEO Sam Alt- the goal of making image generation pate in the Spring Meetings of the International Monetary
eration and Development in instantly recognised images. Meet madi Shamrao High School in Pune. man lauded Dhariwal, saying GPT- faster, sharper, and more intuitive Fund and World Bank and the G20 Finance Ministers and
March projected India’s the man responsible – Prafulla Dhari- His academic pursuits took him to 4o would not have happened with- overall,” he said. Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) meeting. – PTI
growth to slow down to 6.4 wal, the force behind GPT-4o that took the prestigious Massachusetts Insti- out his “vision, talent, conviction, In fact, OpenAI chief operating of-
per cent, from 6.9 per cent Ghibli-inspired AI art to the people. tute of Technology (MIT) from and determination”. ficer Brad Lightcap had penned a post MEIL gets Rs 13,000-cr
estimated earlier.
As per the projections by
Dhariwal (30) admits he was truly
blown away by the overwhelming re-
where he graduated in 2017. He
joined OpenAI in the summer of
The Pune tech genius says the
launch of image generation in GPT-
on X earlier this month dubbing the
first week for images in ChatGPT as
order from NPCIL
the Reserve Bank of India, sponse, especially from India. 2016 as an intern, and became a full 4o has been “one of the most re- “very crazy” with over 130 million NEW DELHI, April 23: Megha Engineering & Infrastruc-
the country’s economy will “We knew we were building time employee a year later. warding milestones” in his time at users having generated 700 million ture Ltd (MEIL) on Wednesday said the company has re-
expand at the same rate in something meaningful, but the scale Dhariwal says life’s journey is a tes- OpenAI, both technically ambitious plus images in a short span. India is ceived an order worth about Rs 13,000 crore from the
the current fiscal as well. of the response – especially from In- tament that the path from Pune school and creatively energising. now OpenAI’s fastest growing Chat- Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd (NPCIL) for sup-
Similarly, Fitch Ratings dia – completely blew us away. Within to working on frontier AI is “abso- While in India last December for GPT market. plying two nuclear reactors of 700 megawatt (MW) each.
projected growth to be 6.4 weeks of launch, India became our lutely possible” with persistence, his wedding preparations, Dhariwal Asked about the concerns around The order marks MEIL’s first step into the nuclear energy
per cent, while S&P estimat- fastest-growing market in the world humility, and a clear sense of purpose. says he used the model to create issues such as copyright and ethics, sector, the company said in a statement. MEIL said it has
ed the same at 6.5 per cent. for image generation. Globally, it re- From selfies to iconic photographs, design ideas for wedding card. See- Dhariwal said the company’s aim is “formally received a purchase order for Rs 12,800 crore
Moody’s Analytics estimat- sulted in the biggest growth surge users across India have embraced ing something he and his team had to give users meaningful creative from the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd to con-
ed growth to be 6.1 per cent in OpenAI’s history,” Dhariwal, the the ‘Ghiblification’ trend, making built, become part of such a mean- freedom while respecting artistic and struct two 700 MWe nuclear reactors – Kaiga Units 5 & 6
for calendar year 2025. – PTI Head of Multimodal, OpenAI told GPT-4o’s image generator, a house- ingful moment “was truly special”, legal boundaries. – PTI – in Karnataka.” – PTI
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12 THE ASSAM TRIBUNE, GUWAHATI THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2025

Cowardly strike on innocent citizens

will evoke strong response: Govt on
Pahalgam terror attack
NEW DELHI, April 23: After po- chief Akhilesh Yadav blamed the BJP- am on Thursday at the AICC office in ral Dinesh K Tripathi, Air Chief
litical parties called for hunting down led Centre for security lapses and New Delhi to discuss the terror at- Marshal AP Singh and Defence
the terrorists responsible for the Pa- accused the saffron party of “politi- tack, he added. Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh.
halgam attack on tourists, the Centre cising” the attack and “lacking genu- “We must give a fitting response The meeting lasted for nearly two
asserted today that the “cowardly” ine empathy” for the victims and and in this matter, we are all one and and a half hours.
strike on innocent citizens will soon their families. we will fight. But there should not be “From this platform, I assure the
evoke a “strong response”. Yadav referred to an advertisement claims and finger-pointing. countrymen that in view of the inci-
Home Minister Amit Shah, who and social media posts shared by BJP “We urge the government to use dent, the Government of India will
visited the attack site in Baisaran, handles claiming that the attackers in all its strength to hunt down the take every step that is necessary and
near Pahalgam town in south Kash- Pahalgam asked the victims about terrorists, it has been almost 22 appropriate.
mir’s Anantnag district, asserted that their religion before opening fire. hours now. The government must “And we will not only trace those
the country will not bend down be- “By publishing a childish adver- do everything possible to maintain who perpetrated this incident, we
fore terror and those responsible for tisement on the extremely painful tourists’ confidence in the security will also reach out to those who, sit-
the heinous act will not be spared. tragedy of Jammu & Kashmir, the BJP arrangement of Jammu & Kash- ting behind the scenes, have con- Family members of Samir Guha, who died in the Pahalgam terror attack, mourn after his
mortal remains were brought to his residence, in Kolkata on Wednesday. – PTI
Shah reached Baisaran in a heli- has proved that BJP leaders have zero mir,” Kharge said. spired to carry out the nefarious act
copter and was briefed by security sympathy for those who have lost Congress leader Sonia Gandhi’s on the soil of India,” Singh said.
officials on the sequence of events
and the possible routes the terror-
ists took to reach the popular tourist
their lives and whose families are in
deep sorrow. Even if BJP removes
this advertisement, its staunch sup-
son-in-law and businessman Robert
Vadra triggered a row by suggesting
that non-Muslims were attacked in
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister
N Chandrababu Naidu said the TDP-
led government in the southern
Security agencies to fill
spot, which is surrounded by thick
pine forests. Shah later met the in-
porters will not forgive this sin,” he
said in a post on X.
Pahalgam as terrorists feel that Mus-
lims are being “mistreated” in the
State stands in solidarity with
Prime Minister Modi and the Un-
‘vacuum’, realign forces
jured in the Anantnag hospital and Blaming the Centre for alleged country, prompting the BJP to accuse ion government following the
also called on the families of those security lapses, Yadav said, “When him of using the language of terror- Pahalgam attack. Pahalgam massacre The security forces usually patrol the peaks
and control access to them and the meadows
killed in the attack. the BJP government in Jammu & ists and demand his apology. “The Government of Andhra SRINAGAR, April 23: In the aftermath of from the ground by deploying check posts in
After laying wreaths on the bodies Kashmir has done everything accord- “When this terrorist act took place, Pradesh stands in solidarity with the terror strike at Pahalgam that left 26 tour- the Kashmir Valley.
of the victims, Shah said on X: “Bharat ing to its own will, then it cannot shirk they (terrorists) were looking at IDs. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and ists dead, authorities are working on a plan to The security agencies are now planning to
will not bend to terror. The culprits its responsibility for the untimely People who were non-Muslims were the Union government in their fill the security “vacuum” with a permanent readjust the deployment of troops so that they
of this dastardly terror attack will not deaths of so many people. It is the attacked and messages were given commitment to safeguarding our na- deployment of Army and paramilitary forces can be based closer to the Bisaran valley area
be spared.” failure of the Central government that to the Prime Minister. Why is this tion’s sovereignty and responding in the mountains overlooking the tourist des- and also secure the rear of the forests so that
As outrage and widespread con- it could not anticipate such a grue- happening? Because they are feeling to terrorism with firm and decisive tination in the Kashmir Valley. any terrorist movement is kept under check.
demnation poured in a day after the some incident.” that Muslims are being mistreated action,” Naidu said in a post on X. Officials in the security establishment told A plan of action is being prepared following
terrorists killed at least 26 people, In Bengaluru, Congress chief in our country,” Vadra said, adding Asserting that Pakistan was be- PTI that a realignment of the security forces the high-level security meetings that have
mostly tourists, the country saw pro- Mallikarjun Kharge termed the Pa- that minorities are being sidelined. hind the Pahalgam terror attack, was also required ahead of the annual Amar- been chaired by the Union Home Minister in
tests at several places, including in halgam terror attack a direct assault He also called upon political parties Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal urged nath pilgrimage, which begins on July 3. Delhi and in Srinagar in the wake of the ter-
Jammu & Kashmir where a bandh on the Indian state and said the entire to introspect. the Centre to declare the neighbour- There are no security forces in the imme- rorist attack.
was observed. country stands by the Centre in its Delivering the annual Arjan Singh ing country a “terrorist organisa- diate vicinity of the meadows of the Bisaran The final contours of a re-aligned security
Prime Minister Narendra Modi fight against terror. Memorial Lecture, Rajnath Singh tion” and file prosecution against it valley which is ringed by dense forests. The grid in the Kashmir Valley will be finalised
held a meeting of the Cabinet Com- He urged the government to use said a befitting reply will be given, in the International Criminal Court nearest is a unit of the 3rd battalion of the over the next few days and this will definitely
mittee on Security (CCS) and took all its strength to hunt down the ter- adding that India will not only hunt to give a message to the world that Rashtriya Rifles (RR) of the Army and a com- include better securing the Pahalgam area, a
stock of the situation. Shah briefed rorists and also suggested that an all- down the perpetrators of the attack this is unacceptable. pany of the 116th battalion of the CRPF, the senior security officer said.
the meeting after his visit to Jammu party meeting be called to address but also trace those “sitting behind “I would urge our Home Minis- sources said. The Amarnath Yatra sees a huge civilian
& Kashmir. the challenge of terrorism in a spirit the scenes”, who conspired to carry ter to include Pakistan as a terrorist It takes time for the troops to reach this movement in the Kashmir Valley and hence
The Congress and other political of consensus. out the heinous act on Indian soil. organisation under the terror Act,” place from their locations, which are as far as the deployment will see a change this time to
parties extended their support to the Referring to his telephonic conver- The Defence Minister reviewed he said. 10-11 km, to the Bisaran area that is only ap- ensure foolproof security for the pilgrims and
Centre in tackling terror and de- sation with the Home Minister, the security situation in Jammu & The Communist Party of India proachable on foot or on horseback, they said. the locals, he said. – PTI
manded an all-party meeting to ad- Kharge said, “Shah told me that they Kashmir at a meeting with Doval, (Marxist) also condemned the
dress the challenge of terrorism. are going to take action drastically in Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Pahalgam attack and demanded that
However, some bickering also that area.” The Congress Working Chauhan, Army Chief General Up- the government probe all aspects of
came out after Samajwadi Party (SP) Committee (CWC) will meet at 11 endra Dwivedi, Navy Chief Admi- it, including lack of security. – PTI Offer all possible J&K police
aid to tourists: Govt announce
SC condemns terrorist Rs 20-lakh
to hotels, others bounty for info
attack in Pahalgam NEW DELHI, April 23: The government today
asked tourist service providers, travel agents, tour on terrorists
NEW DELHI, April 23: apex court judges, advocates, operators, hoteliers and online travel aggregators to SRINAGAR, April 23: Police
The Supreme Court today ex- court staffers, and all others provide all possible assistance to tourists, including today announced a bounty of Rs
pressed anguish and strongly present in the top court, aside waiving cancellation fees, in the aftermath of the ter- 20 lakh for information leading to
condemned the heinous ter- from its registry, observed a ror attack in Jammu & Kashmir’s Pahalgam. the neutralisation of terrorists
rorist attack that targeted tour- two-minute silence at around The Tourism Ministry said this in a communication involved in the gruesome killing
ists at Pahalgam in Jammu & 2 pm when the courts assem- issued to various stakeholders of the tourism and of tourists in a Pahalgam resort of
Kashmir on Tuesday. bled in the post-lunch session. hospitality sector, as also to the Jammu & Kashmir’s Jammu & Kashmir.
Judges and the lawyers in A circular was also issued department of tourism. “Any information leading to the
the top court paid tributes to by the apex court registry
Thousands of tourists began leaving Kashmir to- neutralisation of terrorists
victims by observing a mo- saying at around 2 pm,
day, a day after 26 people were killed by terrorists at involved in this cowardly act shall
ment of silence. judges, lawyers, staffers and
Baisaran meadow near Pahalgam in Anantnag district. be rewarded Rs 20 lakh,”
In a full court meeting held other persons present in the
Local travel agents in Jammu & Kashmir said most Anantnag police said in a post on
this morning, the top court court and in the registry will
of the tourists were leaving the valley due to fear. its official X handle.
unanimously adopted a reso- observe the period of silence.
“This is in the aftermath of the recent incident in The identity of the informer
lution denouncing the act of In a related act of solidar-
Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir. It is requested that shall be kept a secret, the police
terror, the apex court said in ity, lawyers and over 300
all the tourist service providers, travel agents, tour added.
a statement. members of the Supreme
operators, online travel aggregators (OTAs), tour- Earlier in the day, security
“This diabolical act of Court Bar Association as-
mindless violence has shaken sembled in the apex court’s ist transport providers, hoteliers and all other ac- agencies released the sketches of
BJP workers hold portraits of victims Manjunath Rao and Bharat Bhushan,who died in
the conscience of all and is a lawn in solidarity with vic- the terror attack in J&K’s Pahalgam, during a candlelight vigil to pay tribute to those commodation units may provide all possible assist- three men suspected to be
stark reminder of the brutal- tims of the terror attack. who died in the attack, in Bengaluru on Wednesday. – PTI ance to the tourists including waiving of cancella- involved in the terror attack.
ity and inhumanity that ter- SCBA unequivocally con- tion fees. Your support is greatly appreciated,” The men, all Pakistanis, are
rorism unleashes,” it said. demned the barbaric and reads the communication signed by Union Tour- Asif Fauji, Suleman Shah and Abu
The top court resolution
went on, “The Supreme
Court of India pays its re-
cowardly terrorist attacks
perpetrated against innocent
tourists in the peaceful region
All-party meet on Pahalgam ism Secretary V Vidyavathi.
The Pahalgam terror attack is set to deal a blow to
tourism in Jammu & Kashmir with travel agencies in
Talha, officials said. They had
code names Moosa, Yunus and
Asif and were involved in terror-
spectful tribute to the inno-
cent lives snuffed out brutally
of Pahalgam.
“We mourn the tragic loss
attack today several parts of the country reporting widespread
cancellations of scheduled trips to the Union Terri-
related incidents in Poonch.
The sketches were prepared
and prematurely while also of lives and express our deep- NEW DELHI, April 23: The government ment should convene a meeting of all par- tory even as the Centre said it will do the best to with the help of survivors, they
expressing its heartfelt con- est condolences to the fami- will be calling an all-party meeting on Thurs- ties over the issue. “minimise” the impact on hospitality sector there. said.
dolences to the bereaved lies of the victims. Our day in the wake of the terror attack in Pahal- Singh is expected to brief leaders of dif- “We know tourists have by and large been safe in From the pencil sketches, in
families. May the departed thoughts and prayers are gam, official sources said. ferent parties on the brutal terror attack tar- Kashmir but with such an incident happening here, black and white, they appear to
souls rest in peace and may with those injured, and we Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is likely geting tourists that left at least 26 persons one cannot expect them to stay back. The cancella- be young and have beards.
those who were injured re- wish them speedy recovery. to chair it, they said. dead. tions are massive, close to 80 per cent,” Aijaz Ali, a The Resistance Front (TRF), a
cover soon. The nation These reprehensible acts of Home Minister Amit Shah and Singh are Prime Minister Narendra Modi this travel operator from Srinagar, said. shadow outfit of the banned
stands with the victims and violence are a direct assault speaking to leaders of various parties on the evening chaired a meeting of the Cabinet He said there were cancellations of packages even Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba
their families in this hour of on the values of humanity. issue, the sources said. Committee on Security in the wake of the for next one month. terror group, claimed responsi-
indescribable grief.” Targeting unarmed, innocent Several Opposition parties, including the biggest terror attack targeting civilians in a Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said it was “heart- bility for the attack on Tuesday
The attack on tourists, the civilians is an act of unpardon- Congress, had demanded that the govern- long spell of time. – PTI breaking” to see the exodus of tourists. – PTI afternoon. – PTI
statement said, who were able savagery,” a SCBA reso-
merely enjoying the natural lution said.
beauty of the “Crown Jewel” Even the Supreme Court
of India, Kashmir, is undoubt-
edly an affront to the values
of humanity and the sanctity
Advocates-on-Record Asso-
ciation condemned the attack.
“The association stands in
Muslim bodies condemn Pahalgam terror attack
of life and the court strongly unwavering solidarity with NEW DELHI, April 23: Prominent Mus- SQR Ilyas, national convener of the Majlis- Islam, but against humanity. policy of promoting peace. It is essential for
condemns the same. the people of Jammu & Kash- lim organisations today strongly condemned e-Amal for the protection of Waqf under the “Prayers will be offered at mosques for every believer to raise their voice against
To honour the memory of mir, an integral part of our the Pahalgam terror attack, with the Jamiat AIMPLB, said in a statement that the terror- the innocent people who have been killed in it,” he said.
the victims and express soli- country and the nation as a Ulema-e-Hind asserting that it is wrong to ist attack in Pahalgam is deeply tragic and Pahalgam and their families. During the Fri- The Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind considers crimi-
darity with their families, the whole,” it said. – PTI give a religious colour to the incident as ter- strongly condemnable. day prayers, the imam will give a strong nal acts, especially those based on religion, to
rorism is a “cancer” that contradicts Islam’s Therefore, the Board has decided to sus- message against terrorism during his ‘khutba’ be a cause of destruction for the country and
policy of promoting peace. pend its protest programmes under the Waqf (religious sermon),” he said. its peace and security, Madani said.
NIA team reaches The terror attack at a prime tourist location
in Pahalgam in south Kashmir’s Anantnag dis-
Protection Campaign for three days as an ex-
pression of mourning and sympathy for the
“Our demand from the government is that
no terrorist should be allowed to be buried
While this heinous act by terrorists is caus-
ing great concern, at the same time, the com-
terror-hit Pahalgam trict on Tuesday left at least 26 people, mostly
tourists, dead and several others injured.
victims’ families.
Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi, the head of the
on the soil of India,” Ilyasi added.
Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind President Maulana
mon people of Kashmir are also expressing
their hatred and disapproval of this terrorist
NEW DELHI, April 23: A team of the National Investigation The All India Muslim Personal Law Board All India Imam Organisation, said the imams Arshad Madani strongly condemned the cow- act, he noted.
Agency (NIA) led by an Inspector General today reached ter- (AIMPLB) condemned the terror attack and of more than 5.5 lakh mosques in the country ardly terror attack in Pahalgam. “The condemnation of such acts from the
ror-hit Pahalgam in Jammu & Kashmir, official sources said. decided to pause its ongoing protest pro- will give a strong message against terrorism, He expressed deep sorrow and solidarity mosques indicates that the common people
The team would provide assistance to the local police prob- grammes against the new Waqf law for three along with praying for the victims of the Pa- with the victims’ families and prayed for the of Kashmir desire to promote peace and har-
ing Tuesday’s dastardly terrorist attack in which 26 people, days, starting today, in solidarity with the vic- halgam terror attack, during the Friday swift recovery of the injured, a statement is- mony in the region,” the Jamiat chief said.
mostly tourists from different parts of the country, were killed tims’ families. prayers this week. sued by the Jamiat said. This also indicates that the government will
in cold blood, the sources said. As a mark of solidarity with the bereaved After a meeting with the officials of his or- Madani said those who kill innocent people have the full support of the Kashmiri people
The anti-terror agency’s team visited the Baisaran meadow families, the Board has suspended its cam- ganisation and representatives of many other are not humans but “beasts”. in maintaining law and order, Madani added.
near Pahalgam, the spot of Tuesday’s deadly terrorist strike, paign against the “controversial amendments” religions, Ilyasi said killing innocent people “There is no room for terrorism in Islam. He asserted that it is wrong to give this
they said. – PTI to the Waqf Act for three days, it said. on the basis of religion is not only against Terrorism is a cancer that contradicts Islam’s tragedy a religious colour. – PTI
 THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2025
PANORAMA THE ASSAM TRIBUNE, GUWAHATI 13

Tribute to a legend Puppet weddings of Bajali

HARSHA MOHAN SARMA raft in a river (if a river is nearby) or
Silver ■
placed under a large tree with bless-
jubilee uppet wedding or Putla Biya ings for a happy married life. The raft

edition of
New York
P is a little-known and rarely
practised folk tradition of As-
sam. Based on current information,
this tradition appears to exist only
is decorated with banana leaves, and
separate compartments are made —
one for the couple and others for ac-
companying figures. Similarly, under
in a small locality called Tangarkur, the tree, a hut is built with grass and
Indian Film which is a part of the Barbata Bari bamboo to house the puppet couple
Festival will village in the Sarih Mouza region of
Bajali district. The residents of this
and others. The purpose is to give
them privacy and to simulate a joyful
honour the village are believed to be descend- nuptial night.
ants or relatives of the priests Only after completing all rituals do
late Shyam brought from far away Kanyakubja the participants take prasad or holy
during the reign of Swargadeo Shi- offerings. Although others may en-
Benegal va Singha to worship at the Ashwak- joy the event, the eyes of the child-
lanta Temple near Guwahati. less women often fill with tears. They
he legacy of legendary Indian filmmak- It is said that due to difficulty in return home with heavy hearts,

T
the diversity and the evolving language of In-
er late Shyam Benegal will be honoured dian cinema”, it said. residing near the Ashwaklanta bringing the one-day festival to an
at the New York Indian Film Festival, The 2025 festival opens with the premiere Temple, some of these people emotional close. When deeply ana-
which will celebrate its silver jubilee this year of the Manoj Bajpayee, Priyanka Bose and moved to find new settlements and lysed, it becomes clear that this tra-
with a repertoire of diverse cinematic works Deepak Dobriyal-starrer The Fable, directed arrived at this location. At that time, dition offers emotional fulfilment to
featuring celebrated artistes such as Manoj by Raam Reddy. With a debut at the 2024 Ber- the western bank of the Kaldiya women without children. It gives
Bajpayee, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, James Ivo- linale, the film “merges surrealism and psy- River was covered in dense tanga them a chance to experience the joy
ry and Rasika Dugal. chological tension against the Himalayan back- (a kind of forest). The river’s strong An important rule is that the wom- and excitement of marrying off a son
The longest-running and prestigious US drop”. The film, whose ensemble includes currents had also created several The puppets are en playing the mothers of the groom or daughter — just like any other
festival dedicated to Indian independent cine- Tillotama Shome in a cameo, recently took kurs or pits. The name ‘Tangarkur’ represented only by or bride must not have any living chil- parent.
ma will celebrate its milestone 25th edition home Best Film at the Leeds International is thought to be a combination of mothers — there are dren — meaning they must be child- However, due to lack of publicity,
during June 20-22. “What began as a grass- Film Festival. these two words: tanga and kur. less or elderly women (gajmuri). the Putla Biya tradition is now at
roots platform is now a global stage for Indian The festival’s centrepiece is the noir thrill- The settlers built homes and be- no father figures. After a day of puppet-making, in the risk. First, the materials used to
independent cinema,” festival director Aseem er Kennedy, starring Rahul Bhat and Sunny gan living there, possibly bringing This symbolises that evening, women wash the ‘groom’ make the puppets — especially ul-
Chhabra said. “This year’s lineup is one of our Leone and directed by Anurag Kashyap. along their ancestral folk tradition and ‘bride’ figures by singing wed- ukher — are becoming scarce. As
most powerful and wide-ranging to date. From The closing night film, Little Thomas, is a of puppet weddings.
women are fully ding songs and pour water on their tin roofs have replaced thatch roofs,
deeply personal documentaries to regional coming-of-age dramedy set in 1990s Goa, Whether this tradition actually capable of puppet limbs under a banana plant people have stopped growing this
narratives that rarely reach global audiences, marking the directorial debut of Kaushal Oza. originated in Kanyakubja or began conducting social canopy. Then, they dress the groom type of grass. Secondly, the colourful
the 25th edition of NYIFF reflects the evolv- The film stars Dugal of Mirzapur fame and newly in Tangarkur is not yet known. and bride in colourful thread ‘clothes’. threads once used to make clothes
ing language of Indian cinema.” Gulshan Devaiah of Hunterrr and Ulajh fame. However, it has been celebrated in ceremonies on their Next comes the ‘public appearance’ are less common. Globalisation has
The festival will pay tribute to Benegal, a Siddiqui’s I’m Not An Actor, a film that “blurs Tangarkur during Rongali Bihu, spe- own, without men. ceremony. Separate groups of wom- made ready-made garments easily
“titan of Indian parallel cinema”, who passed fiction and reality in a searing critique of fame cifically on the seventh day of the en carry the groom and bride, keep- available, reducing the need for hand-
away in December 2024 at the age of 90. and identity”, Marathi documentary Marching Rongali Bihu for over a century. ing them shielded from each other to weaving, which in turn has led to the
NYIFF will screen a 4K restoration of Man- in the Dark on widows of suicide-struck farm- Although the celebration is re- are allowed to make these puppets. prevent them from ‘seeing’ one an- decline of local thread stores. Third-
than, Benegal’s landmark 1976 film about ers; Renaissance Man about parliamentarian stricted to women, men can observe On Saat Bihu day, women begin craft- other. Men and women from the vil- ly and most importantly, younger
India’s White Revolution that was restored Vivek Tankha and Turtle Walker which follows and enjoy it from a distance. They do ing the puppets early in the morning lage come to view both the bride and generations of women show less in-
by the Film Heritage Foundation. The film a conservationist’s mission to protect India’s not participate directly but may help at a sacred location such as the village groom. Anyone who sees the groom terest in learning or preserving this
premiered at the Cannes Classics in 2024. sea turtles are among the lineup of films. by building the raft made of banana naamghar (prayer hall). Some wom- can also visit the bride and vice ver- tradition.
It will also honour the work of Oscar-win- The non-fiction programming includes A Fly trunks (used for the ritual immer- en bring pre-made puppets from sa. During this time, visitors bring Thus, the preservation and pro-
ning film director James Ivory, with An Ar- on the Wall by Shonali Bose and Nilesh Mani- sion) or the small huts under trees home and add them to the main group. offerings such as clothes, eggs, etc., motion of this tradition is a responsi-
rested Moment, a short documentary from yar documenting physician-assisted suicide in for sheltering puppets. There are two kinds of puppet fig- just like in real weddings. Eventually, bility shared by both the government
The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Switzerland. The puppets are primarily made ures: male lineage (the groom and accompanied by wedding songs, the and local communities. The Depart-
The 2025 NYIFF lineup includes 22 fea- The NYIFF is presented annually by the from two materials — ulukher (a his relatives) and female lineage (the groom’s group visits the bride’s ment of Culture of the Assam Gov-
ture-length films – 18 narratives and four doc- Indo-American Arts Council, a non-profit or- type of long grass/straw) and colour- bride and her relatives). The puppets house. The two puppets are placed ernment should conduct more re-
umentaries – spanning more than a dozen ganization dedicated to promoting Indian arts ful threads. The grass is cut into 1.5 are represented only by mothers — side by side, and the symbolic mar- search and take organised steps to
languages and regions. The festival pro- and culture in the US. Since its inception in to 2-feet lengths and bundled into there are no father figures. This sym- riage is performed with homa-yajna preserve this endangered folk tradi-
gramme also includes 21 short narrative and 2001, NYIFF has showcased the best in Indian small bunches. These are tightly bolises that women are fully capable (a sacred fire ritual). tion. If the roots of culture are weak-
documentary films. cinema, celebrating the diversity and creativ- wrapped with multi-coloured thread of conducting social ceremonies on After the marriage, the groom and ened or destroyed, the entire tree
From Tamil and Odia to Assamese, Hindi, ity of filmmakers from India and around the to form the puppets. Only women their own, without men. bride are either floated on a banana will eventually fall.
and Malayalam, the selection of the works to world.
be showcased at the festival “reflects both (Source: PTI) Send us your cultural articles and news reports at panorama.trib@gmail.com.

Know your DAY LOCKHORNS CROSSWORD - 8234

By JACQUELINE BIGAR
Happy Birthday for Thursday, April 24, 2025:
You’re a perfectionist and a humanitarian. You are kind, devoted and pro-
tective of loved ones. This year is the beginning of new adventures and major
changes in your life. Keep your eyes open for new opportunities. Take action
and define your goals. Prepare for leadership. Stay independent.
The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-
Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

★★★ Today you will act with restraint, caution and common sense.
Many of you will choose to work alone or behind the scenes. You’re
assessing things and wondering about your next move. You’re not afraid to
speak up, but you’re giving thought to what you will say. Tonight: Solitude.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
★★★ Today you will express loyalty and support for someone older
— either a friend or a charitable organization that you like to sup-
port. Something unexpected might trigger your feelings of responsibility and

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obligation to others. After all, you care. Tonight: Responsibilities.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
★★ Tread carefully when dealing with authority figures today, which
THE PHANTOM By Lee Falk
means talking to parents, bosses, teachers, VIPs and even the Across 30 Female foxes (6) 12 Aliens? (3)
police. Your dealings with them are not predictable. Something unexpected 1 Point a finger at 31 Poker declaration 13 Crowbar (5)
might occur. Fortunately, others will see you as conscientious and reliable. ? (6) (2,2) 15 Body of troops (5)
Tonight: Show respect. 7 Leaves high and 32 Chewed the fat 18 Of or like sheep
CANCER (June 21-July 22) dry (8) (8) (5)
★★★ Sudden opportunities to travel might fall in your lap today. Con- 8 Horned goddess 33 Locomotive (6) 19 Jeering cry (3)
versely, travel plans might be interrupted. It’s a crapshoot. Meanwhile, (4) 20 Red Indian tribe
you will embrace traditional values when it comes to religious and political issues 10 Most sensible (6) Down (3)
today. You believe the old ways are tried-and-true. Tonight: Tradition matters. 11 Three-fold (6) 1 Is he trying his 21 Like a car or a
14 Some forensic best to keep you bus? (7)
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
evidence (3) entertained ? (6) 22 Internet address-
★★ Tread carefully today, because unexpected news from bosses or
16 Absolute (5) 2 Not dispatched es (3)
authority figures might impact your financial scene. This could relate
17 Plant part (4) (6) 23 Mending or
to shared responsibilities, shared property, inheritances or banking issues. Stay
19 Spells (5) 3 The orient (4) repairing (6)
on top of things so you are not caught off guard. Tonight: Check your finances.
21 Value (5) 4 Lie or fib (7) 24 South Yemen port
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) 22 Wishful words 5 Uncertainty or (4)
★★ Today you have to go more than halfway when dealing with (1,4) misgiving (5) 25 Royal city in
others. Therefore, be ready to compromise. Having said this, un- 23 Place of 6 Escort courteous- Karnataka (6)
expected opportunities to travel or encounter someone from another culture cultivation (4) ly (5) 26 Injured-arm
might catch you off guard. Stay light on your feet so you can be flexible. 26 Harry Potter’s 8 Our country, as a support (5)
Tonight: Be there for someone.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
BLONDIE professor (5)
28 To free (3)
prefix (4)
9 International
27 “In at a” change for
a girl’s name ? (5)
★★ You are best served today by paying attention to your responsibili- 29 The glasses in Standard 28 Outer edge (3)
ties related to your job, your work and even your health. Play by the spectacles (6) Atmosphere (3) 30 Footnote word (4)
rules. Do what is expected of you. Nevertheless, cancellations, delays and broken
equipment might dog your footsteps. Be resilient. Tonight: Honor your obligations. SOLUTION TO TRIBUNE CROSSWORD – 8234
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) 27 Anita, 28 Rim, 30 Vide.
★★★ Your responsibilities to children and young people are impor- Ute, 21 Wheeled, 22 IPs, 23 Fixing, 24 Aden, 25 Mysore, 26 Sling,
tant today, and you will respect these. Others know they can count 8 Indo, 9 ISA, 12 ETs, 13 Lever, 15 Corps, 18 Ovine, 19 Boo, 20
on you. Meanwhile, pay attention, because this might be an accident-prone Down: 1 Amuser, 2 Unsent, 3 East, 4 Untruth, 5 Doubt, 6 Usher,
day for your kids. Social plans might suddenly change. Avoid sports acci- Engine.
dents. Tonight: Be sensible and responsible. 26 Snape, 28 Rid, 29 Lenses, 30 Vixens, 31 I’m in, 32 Nattered, 33
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) DNA, 16 Utter, 17 Root, 19 Bouts, 21 Worth, 22 I hope, 23 Farm,
★★ Small appliances might break down today or a minor breakage Across: 1 Accuse, 7 Abandons, 8 Isis, 10 Sanest, 11 Treble, 14
could occur — something will interrupt your home routine. Perhaps
someone unexpected will knock on the door. Nevertheless, you are aware of your
responsibilities to care for someone older. And you will. Tonight: Secure your home. JUMBLED WORDS
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Given below are four jumbled words. Solve
the jumbles to make proper words and move
★★★ Pay attention to everything you say and do, because this is a them to the respective squares below. Select
mildly accident-prone day for your sign. However, it’s a good day to the letters in the shaded squares and jumble
them to get the answer for the given quip.
study and learn something new. Actually, someone older might have interest-
ing news for you. Stay light on your feet. There’s an unpredictable element in
the air today. Tonight: Advice. HAGAR THE HORRIBLE
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
★★ Keep your eyes open when it comes to your assets, money and
possessions. Something unexpected could impact them today.
For example, you might find money; you might lose money. Do what you can
to protect what you own against loss, theft or damage. On the upside, you
might improve your job. Tonight: Check your belongings.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
★★★ Today the Moon is in your sign dancing with Uranus, as well
as lining up with both Saturn and Venus. This is a mixed bag. In one
way, things are sudden, changing and unpredictable. Yet, in another way, you
will toe the line and stick with what is tried-and-true. (Better safe than sorry.) A taste for truth at any cost is a passion
which __ ___. - Albert Camus (6,7)
Tonight: You’re reliable.
SOLUTION
★★★ Camus
Thought for the day passion which spares nothing. - Albert
Answer: A taste for truth at any cost is a
We yearn for the beautiful, the unknown, and the mysterious. Words: Adore, skids, newton, plough
– ISSEY MIYAKE
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14 THE ASSAM TRIBUNE, GUWAHATI THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2025

Trump, Putin, other global leaders 211 candidates in fray for

Singapore general election
condemn Pahalgam terror attack SINGAPORE, April 23: A
total of 211 candidates will
contest 92 out of 97 parlia-
is led by secretary general
Pritam Singh, who served as
the Leader of the Opposition
have opted not to seek re-
election and have officially
retired from politics.
WASHINGTON/MOS- the devastating terrorist at- extend our deepest condolenc-
COW, April 23: US Presi- tack in Pahalgam, India. Over es to the families of the vic- mentary seats in Singapore’s in the previous parliament. In the run-up to nomination
dent Donald Trump, Russian the past few days, we have tims,” it said in a post on X. upcoming general election, A total of 2,758,846 regis- day, several other PAP politi-
President Vladimir Putin and been overcome with the In a statement, the UAE scheduled for May 3. tered voters are set to vote cians – including Defence Min-
Italian Prime Minister Gior- beauty of this country and its Ministry of Foreign Affairs One Group Representa- on May 3. More than 18,000 ister Ng Eng Heng, Minister
gia Meloni were among people. Our thoughts and strongly condemned the ter- tion Constituency was re- Singaporeans will also vote in the Prime Minister’s Office
world leaders who con- prayers are with them as rorist attack. It affirmed that turned uncontested following from overseas. Maliki Osman, and Dr Amy
demned the terror attack in they mourn this horrific at- the UAE “expresses its the close of nominations on Election rallies are per- Khor, Senior Minister of State
Jammu and Kashmir that tack,” he posted on X. strong condemnation of these Wednesday. The ruling Peo- mitted from April 24 to May for Transport and Sustainabil-
killed 26 people, expressing In a post on X, Israeli For- criminal acts and its perma- ple’s Action Party (PAP), 1, the police said in a state- ity and the Environment –
solidarity with India. eign Minister Gideon Sa’ar nent rejection of all forms of which has ruled the city-state ment on Wednesday. May 2 have also announced their re-
In a call with Prime Minis- said his country was “deeply violence and terrorism aimed since it gained independence will serve as ‘Cooling-off tirement from politics. In to-
ter Narendra Modi, Trump saddened” by the terror at- at undermining security and in 1965, was the only party Day’, during which political tal, 20 incumbent PAP parlia-
strongly condemned the ter- tack on tourists in Jammu and stability in contravention of to field candidates for all 97 campaigning is prohibited mentarians will not be contest-
ror attack and expressed full Kashmir. “Deeply saddened international law”. seats in 33 constituencies. ahead of polling day. ing this election. As part of its
support to India to bring to by the heinous terror attack The ministry expressed Its largest opponent, the Two senior PAP leaders – leadership renewal, the party
justice the perpetrators of the ident Droupadi Murmu and Tuesday at a famed meadow on tourists in #Pahalgam, its sincere condolences and Workers’ Party, is fighting for Senior Minister Teo Chee is introducing 32 new candi-
“heinous attack”. Prime Minister Modi, Putin near Pahalgam town in Jam- Jammu & Kashmir. Our sympathy to the government 26 seats across eight constit- Hean and Deputy Prime dates, according to earlier
He conveyed his deepest extended condolences over the mu and Kashmir, killing 26 thoughts are with the victims and people of India, and the uencies. The Workers’ Party Minister Heng Swee Keat – media reports. – PTI
condolences at the loss of in- terrorist attack in Pahalgam and people, mostly tourists, in and their families. Israel families of the victims of this
nocent lives in the terror at-
tack in Jammu and Kashmir,
Ministry of External Affairs
said the “brutal crime” has no
justification whatsoever and its
perpetrators will face a de-
what is the deadliest attack in
the Valley since the Pulwama
strike in 2019. The attack was
stands united with India in the
fight against terror,” he said.
In a post on X, EU High
heinous attack, as well as its
wishes for a speedy recov-
ery for all the injured.
Yemen’s Houthi rebels fire
spokesperson Randhir Jaisw-
al said in a post on X.
“India and the United
served punishment.
He expressed “sincere
condolences over the tragic
claimed by The Resistance
Front (TRF), a proxy of the
Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-
Representative for Foreign
Affairs and Security Policy
Kaja Kallas also condemned
In a post on X, the Sri
Lankan Ministry of Foreign
Affairs condemned the attack
missile at northern Israel
DUBAI, April 23: Yemen’s darkness. The Houthis did over the country. Late Tues-
States stand together in the consequences of the terror- Taiba (LeT) terrorist group. the attack. and condoled the loss of lives.
Houthi rebels launched a mis- not immediately claim the at- day, Houthi military spokes-
fight against terror,” said the ist attack in Pahalgam whose Italian Prime Minister “I condemn today’s hei- “Sri Lanka strongly con-
sile early Wednesday toward tack, though it can take them man Brig Gen Yahya Saree
post. In an earlier post on victims were civilians – citi- Meloni said she was “deeply nous terrorist attack in Pa- demns the heinous terrorist
northern Israel, a rare target hours or even days to ac- said the rebels shot down an
Truth Social, Trump said, zens of various countries”. saddened” by the terrorist halgam, Jammu and Kash- attack that took place in Pa-
for the group as a month-long knowledge their assaults. MQ-9 Reaper drone over
“Deeply disturbing news out Putin reiterated Russia’s attack in Pahalgam and ex- mir, which claimed many in- halgam, Jammu & Kashmir.
intense US airstrike campaign American airstrikes, Yemen’s Hajjah governorate.
of Kashmir. The United commitment to further in- pressed solidarity with the nocent lives. Our deep con- We extend our heartfelt con-
continues to target them. meanwhile, continued target- The US military acknowl-
States stands strong with In- creasing cooperation with In- affected families, the injured, dolences go to the victims, dolences to the families of the
The Houthis separately ing the Houthis on Wednes- edged the report of the drone
dia against Terrorism.” dian partners in fighting ter- the government, and the en- their families and the peo- victims and wish a speedy
claimed shooting down an- day morning, part of a cam- being downed, but said it could
“We pray for the souls of rorism in all its forms and tire Indian people. ple of India. The EU stands recovery to those injured.
other MQ-9 Reaper drone paign that began on March not comment further.
those lost, and for the recov- manifestations. The attack came during US firm against terrorism.” “Sri Lanka stands in firm
over Yemen. Sirens sound- 15. The Houthis reported Saree said the rebels tar-
ery of the injured. Prime Min- “Please convey words of Vice President JD Vance’s The German Foreign Of- solidarity with the Govern-
ed in Haifa, Krayot and other strikes on Hodeida, Marib geted the drone with “a lo-
ister (Narendra) Modi, and sincere sympathy and sup- maiden visit to India. fice called it a “brutal attack” ment and people of India in the
areas west of the Sea of Gal- and Saada governorates. cally manufactured missile”.
the incredible people of India, port to the near and dear ones Vance posted his condo- and said there is “no justifi- fight against terrorism in all its
ilee, the Israeli military said. In Marib, the Houthis de- The Houthis have sur-
have our full support and deep- of the deceased as well as lences to the victims of the cation for the killing of inno- forms and manifestations. We
“An interceptor was scribed a strike hitting tele- face-to-air missiles – such as
est sympathies. Our hearts wishes for a speedy recov- devastating terrorist attack. cent people”. reiterate our unwavering
launched toward the missile, communication equipment, the Iranian missile known as
are with you all!” he added. ery of all injured,” he added. “Usha and I extend our “Germany stands with In- commitment to regional peace
and the missile was most like- which has previously been a the 358 – capable of down-
In a communication to Pres- Terrorists opened fire on condolences to the victims of dia in these difficult hours. We and security,” it said. – PTI
ly successfully intercepted,” target of the Americans. ing aircraft. The Houthis
the Israeli military said. The Houthis in response claim they downed 26 MQ-
Gunmen kill 2 Those in the area could have stepped up their target- 9s over the last decade of the
hear booms in the pre-dawn ing of American drones flying Yemen war. – AP
securitymen in
Balochistan ˜±Ê≈√˘œ øÊ√˘±Ó¬ 1±©Ü™œ˚˛ Œ˘±fl¡ ’±√±˘Ó¬
KARACHI, April 23: Two
security personnel guarding Ê√±ÚÚœ
a polio vaccination team were ˜±Ê≈√˘œ – 1±©Ü™œ˚˛ ’±˝◊√Ú Œ¸ª± õ∂±øÒfl¡1Ì1 øÚÀ«√˙ ˜ÀÓ¬ ’Ú…±Ú… øÊ√˘±¸˜”˝√1 ˘·ÀÓ¬ ˜±Ê≈√˘œ øÊ√˘±Ó¬ ’±˝◊√Ú
shot dead by unidentified
gunmen on Wednesday in
Œ¸ª± õ∂±øÒfl¡1Ì1 Œ¸ÃÊ√Ú…Ó¬ ’˝√√± 10˚05˚2025 Ó¬±ø1À‡ 1±©Ü™œ˚˛ Œ˘±fl¡ ’±√±˘Ó¬ ’Ú≈øá¬Ó¬ fl¡1±1
Pakistan’s restive Balochistan ˘·ÀÓ¬ ’˝√√± 23˚04˚2025 ¬Û1± 09˚05˚2025 Ó¬±ø1‡Õ˘Àfl¡ õ∂±flƒ¡ 1±©Ü™œ˚˛ Œ˘±fl¡ ’±√±˘Ó¬1 ’±À˚˛±Ê√Ú
province, police said. fl¡1± ˝√√í¬ıº ά◊Mê√ Œ˘±fl¡ ’±√±˘Ó¬Ó¬ ø¬ıøˆ¬iß ’±À¬Û±‰¬À˚±·… ŒÙ¬ÃÊ√√±1œ Œ·±‰¬1, ø¬ı¬ı±˝√√Ê√øÚÓ¬ Œ·±‰¬1, Œ‰¬fl¡
The incident took place in ¬ı±Î¬◊k1 Œ·±‰¬1, ˚±Ú-¬ı±˝√√Ú ’±˝◊√Ú 1988 ’ÒœÚ1 Œ·±‰¬1¸˜”˝√ øÚ©ÛøM√√1 ø√˝√± fl¡1± ∆˝√√ÀÂ√º ˝◊√˚˛±1 ά◊¬Ûø1
the Teeri area of Mastung dis- ø¬ıøˆ¬iß Œ¬ı—fl¡1 Ÿ¬Ì ’±√±˚˛ ¸•§gœ˚˛, ø¬ıÊ≈√˘œ ø¬ı˘ ’±√±˚˛ ¸•§gœ˚˛, ø¬ı¤Â√¤Ú¤˘ ŒÙ¬±Ú1 ø¬ı˘ ’±√±˚˛
trict, where Levies person-
nel protecting the polio vacci-
¸•§gœ˚˛ õ∂±flƒ¡ Œ˜±fl¡«√˜± Œ·±‰¬1¸˜”À˝√√± ˜œ˜±—¸±1 ¬ı±À¬ı Œ˘±ª± ˝√√í¬ıº ˝◊√øÓ¬˜ÀÒ… ˜±ÚÚœ˚˛ ˜≈‡… Ú…±ø˚˛fl¡ √G±Òœ˙
nation team were attacked by ’±1n∏ ˜˝√√fl≈¡˜± Ú…±ø˚˛fl¡ √G±Òœ˙, ˜±Ê≈√˘œ1 ’±√±˘Ó¬Ó¬ ‰¬ø˘ Ôfl¡± Œ·±‰¬1¸˜”˝√1 øÚø«√©Ü ¬ı±œ√˚ø¬ı¬ı±œ ¸fl¡˘Õ˘
masked gunmen, Assistant ÚíøȬ‰¬ Œõ∂1Ì fl¡1± ∆˝√√ÀÂ√º ÚíøȬ‰¬õ∂±5 ¬ı±√œ˚ø¬ı¬ı±√œ√¸fl¡À˘ ’±√±˘Ó¬Õ˘ ’±ø˝√√ õ∂±flƒ¡ Œ˘±fl¡ ’±√±˘Ó¬Ó¬ ˆ¬±·
Commissioner Akram Hari- ˘í¬ı ¬Û±ø1¬ı, ˘·ÀÓ¬ øÚÊ√1 Œ·±‰¬1 ˜œ˜±—¸± fl¡ø1¬ı ¬Û±ø1¬ıº õ∂±flƒ¡ Œ˘±fl¡ ’±√±˘Ó¬Ó¬ ˜œ˜±—¸± Œ˝√√±ª± Œ·±‰¬11
fal told the media. ¬ı±√œ˚ø¬ı¬ı±√œfl¡ ’˝√√± 10˚05˚2025 Ó¬±ø1À‡ ’Ú≈øá¬Ó¬ ˝√√í¬ı ˘·± 1±©Ü™œ˚˛ Œ˘±fl¡ ’±√±˘Ó¬1 ø√Ú±
No group immediately
claimed responsibility for the
’±À¬Û±Ú±À˘±fl¡1 ¸ijøÓ¬ ∆˘ ’±À¬Û±Ú±1 Œ·±‰¬1 ‰”¬Î¬ˇ±ôL1+À¬Û øÚ©ÛøM√√ fl¡1± ˝√√í¬ıº ˘·ÀÓ¬ ά◊Mê√ ’±√±˘Ó¬1 ¡Z±1±
attack. However, militants fre- õ∂±flƒ¡ Œ˜±fl¡«√˜± Œ·±‰¬11 ¢∂±˝√√fl¡¸fl¡À˘±Õ˘Àfl¡ ÚíøȬ‰¬1 Œ˚±À·ø√ ’±˝3√±Ú fl¡1± ∆˝√√ÀÂ√ Œ˚ ›¬Û1Ó¬ ά◊À~‡ fl¡1±
quently target polio vaccina- Ó¬±ø1‡¸˜”˝√1 øˆ¬Ó¬1Ó¬ ¬ı± ÚíøȬ‰¬1 ά◊ø~ø‡Ó¬ Ó¬±ø1‡1 øˆ¬Ó¬1Ó¬ øÚÊ√1 Œ¬ı—fl¡˚ø¬ı¤Â√¤Ú¤˘˚¤ø¬Ûøάø‰¬¤˘1
tors in Pakistan, terming them ˙±‡±Õ˘ ∆· fl¡Ó‘«¬¬Ûé¬1 ˘·Ó¬ ˜œ˜±—¸±1 ’±À˘±‰¬Ú± fl¡ø1¬ı ¬Û±ø1¬ıº ’±À¬Û±Ú±À˘±fl¡1 ÚíøȬ‰¬Ó¬ ά◊À~‡ Ôfl¡±
un-Islamic and against Sharia. Ó¬±ø1‡1 ά◊¬Ûø1 Œfl¡±ÀÚ± ¬ı±√œ-ø¬ı¬ı±√œ˚¢∂±˝√√Àfl¡ ˚ø√ ÚíøȬ‰¬ ¢∂˝√Ì Úfl¡1±Õfl¡› ›¬Û1Ó¬ ά◊À~‡ fl¡1± ’±√±˘Ó¬1
“One of them died on the
spot while the other expired Œ·±‰¬1¸˜”˝√ ’±1n∏ õ∂±flƒ¡ Œ˜±fl¡«√˜± Œ·±‰¬11 ˚ø√ øÚ©ÛøM√√ fl¡ø1¬ı ø¬ı‰¬±À1 ŒÓ¬ÀÚ˝√√íÀ˘ Ó¬˘Ó¬ ά◊ø~ø‡Ó¬ Œ˜±¬ı±˝◊√˘
Cherry blossoms bloom at a park in Hirosaki in northern Japan. – AP/PTI Ú•§1Ó¬ ’Ô¬ı± ˜±Ê≈√˘œ øÊ√˘± ’±˝◊√Ú Œ¸ª± õ∂±øÒfl¡1Ì1 fl¡±˚«±˘˚˛Õ˘ ’±ø˝√√ Œ˚±·±À˚±· fl¡ø1¬ı ¬Û±ø1¬ıº Œ˘±fl¡
as he was moved to a hospi-
tal,” Harifal said. He said that ’±√±˘Ó¬1 Ê√ø1˚˛ÀÓ¬ øÚ©ÛøM√√ Œ˝√√±ª± Œ·±‰¬1¸˜”˝√1 Œé¬SÓ¬ ¬Û1ªÓ«¬œ ¬Û˚«±˚˛Ó¬ Œfl¡±ÀÚ± Ò1Ì1 ’±ø¬Û˘ ’±ø√1
security for the polio vacci- ¬ı…ª¶ö± Ú±˝◊√º Œ¸À˚˛À˝√√ ’±·cfl¡ 1±©Ü™œ˚˛ Œ˘±fl¡ ’±√±˘Ó¬Ó¬ ’—˙¢∂˝√Ì fl¡ø1 Ú…±˚˛ ¬ı…ª¶ö±ÀȬ± Q1±øi§Ó¬ fl¡ø1
Polish Foreign Minister nation teams has been in-
creased after the attack.
This is not the first time
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denounces Russian aggression that security personnel pro-
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cination teams have been
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Man City score late winner to beat Aston Villa 2-1

MANCHESTER, April 23: had been cancelled out by a Victory moved City up to their careers.
Pep Guardiola celebrated Marcus Rashford penalty. 61 points and above Notting- But it was Silva who pro-
wildly as Manchester City There is still likely to be a ham Forest in fourth and vided the opener for City in
took a big step toward Cham- tense battle for the Champi- Newcastle in fifth. the seventh minute from
pions League qualification ons League with a clutch of Chelsea is sixth and Villa, close range after Omar Mar-
with a 2-1 victory over Aston teams in contention going with 57 points, is seventh. moush’s cutback.
Villa in the Premier League. into the final weeks of the England’s top flight will be Rashford had already hit
With clenched fists, the season and just four points given a bonus fifth Champi- the post for Villa by that point
City manager roared with separating third to seventh ons League place because of after bursting into the box
delight after Matheus Nunes in the standings. the performances of English seconds after kickoff.
struck deep into stoppage But City’s fate is in its own teams in Europe this season. And the on-loan Manches-
time at the Etihad Stadium. hands after a troubled campaign Both City and Villa have ter United forward was on
“I was so happy. I have to that saw its title defence unrav- played a game more than the score sheet in the 18th –
admit it,” Guardiola said af- el before Christmas and its their top-five rivals. But City equalising from the penalty
ter a win that could help sal- hopes of winning the Champi- knows a perfect record from spot following a VAR review
vage a troubled season for his ons League end in the playoffs. its remaining four league of Ruben Dias’ foul on Jacob
once dominant team. A top-five finish would go games would guarantee a Ramsey in the box.
The late winner moved some way to ending the sea- place in next season’s Cham- Defeat was a blow to Vil-
four-time defending league son on a high – and Guardio- pions League. la’s hopes of making it back-
champion City up to third in la’s celebration was evidence It would be the 15th season to-back seasons in the Cham-
the standings, with the top five of just how important the win in a row that City has qualified pions League after returning
securing a place in European could prove to be. for the competition and would to the competition for the
club soccer’s top competition. “We have a lot of pressure provide an uplifting finale to a first time in 41 years this
Nunes fired home from a for the club to go to the campaign that brought an end term and advancing to the
tight angle in the fourth Champions League,” said to Guardiola’s recent domi- quarterfinals.
minute of added time after Guardiola, whose City team nance of English soccer. “Of course, today we lost, but
Jeremy Doku’s low cross won the competition for the There is likely to be a re- there are still matches to play,
through the box. first time in 2023. build in the offseason, with still points to play (for). We will
The game had looked des- “If we win the next four Kevin De Bruyne leaving have chances to get to the Cham-
Manchester City’s Omar Marmoush (R) in action against Aston Villa during the English Premier League match at the Etihad tined to end in a draw after games, it will be so impor- and Silva and Ilkay Gundog- pions League,” Villa manager
Stadium in Manchester. – AP/PTI Bernardo Silva’s first-half goal tant,” he added. an also in the latter stages of Unai Emery said. – AP

Kalinga Super Cup Vithya Assam rowers

NorthEast United FC open improves to compete in
meet record nat’l c’ships
campaign vs Mohammedan SC KOCHI, April 23: Asian
Games bronze medallist
GUWAHATI, April 23:
The Assam Boat Racing and
SPORTS REPORTER the rhythm right from the en clean sheets and making Vithya Ramraj sailed Rowing Association has
start. We are ready, the play- an impressive 69 saves. His smoothly over the 400m announced the State team
GUWAHATI, April 23: ers are focused, they under- stellar performances earned hurdles to win gold and im- for the 8th Indoor Rowing
NorthEast United FC will stand their responsibility, and him a call-up to the national prove the meet record on Championships to be held
commence their Kalinga Super team morale is high. We have team during the March inter- the third day of the National in Alapuzha, Kerala from
Cup campaign against Moham- a distinct style and way of play- national window. Federation Senior Athletics April 26 to 30. The event is
medan SC at the Kalinga Stadi- ing, and we will adhere to our Protecting him is a solid back- Championships here on being organised by the
um in an early kick-off (4.30 game plan,” Benali stated on line led by captain Michel Za- Wednesday. Kerala Race Boats and
pm) on Thursday. This knock- the eve of the match. baco, comprising Redeem The 26-year-old Tamil Nadu Amateur Rowing Associa-
out format tournament, held at Moroccan forward Alaaed- Tlang, Asheer Akhtar, Zabaco, athlete clocked 56.04 seconds tion on behalf of the Rowing
the end of the season, offers a dine Ajaraie enjoyed a remark- and Buanthanglun Samte, who to better the previous meet Federation of India.
coveted ticket to the 2025-26 able debut ISL season, winning have maintained a tight defence. record of 57.21 seconds clocked The team, comprising
AFC Champions League Two both the Golden Boot and the “We will be playing against a by Saritaben Gayakwad in Anyatam Rajkumar, Prerna
Qualifying playoffs. Golden Ball. His impressive strong side that plays with in- 2019 in Patiala. – PTI Sharma, and Farhan Ali, will
An action moment from a women’s match during the Senior National Rugby Sevens depart from Guwahati on
This clash will mark the tally of 30 goal contributions in tensity. We will need to perform Championships for Men and Women at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati
third-ever meeting between 25 games (23 goals and seven well, and we have our strate- on Wednesday. April 25. They will be led
the two teams. Mohammed- assists) saw him break multi- gies in place to execute our Nuruddin Ahmed by coach Lalchand Rajbhar
an SC played their inaugural ple ISL records. game,” Captain Zabaco affirmed. ID cricket and manager Prachee
Hannan. This was stated in
Indian Super League (ISL Alongside Ajaraie, the High- Shielding the backline, the Sitaram Chhawchharia memorial cricket
2024-25) match against landers’ frontline boasts the midfield trio of Mayakkannan, Nagaon take a press release.
NorthEast United FC, with
the latter securing a 1-0 vic-
tory in second-half stoppage
dynamic Indian duo of Jithin MS
(2 goals and five assists in 23
ISL games) and Parthib Gogoi
Mohammed Ali Bemammer,
and Macarton Nickson have
been instrumental in control-
crucial lead Rowniar stars as Rhinoland State Premier
Football League
against Hojai
time, thanks to Alaaeddine
Ajaraie’s decisive goal. The
(2 goals and 3 assists in 22 ISL
games) on the flanks. They are
ling the game’s tempo, creat-
ing scoring opportunities for CORRESPONDENT crush Navajyoti by 171 runs Assam
reverse fixture in Guwahati
ended in a goalless draw.
complemented by the Spanish
duo of Guillermo Fernandez (5
the forwards, and providing
crucial defensive cover.
MORIGAON, April 23: SPORTS REPORTER sure from Rhinoland’s bowl- Police cruise
Nagaon District Sports As- ing attack and were bundled
Juan Pedro Benali, NorthEast
United FC’s head coach, empha-
goals in 19 ISL games) and
Nestor Albiach (6 goals and 1
Come Thursday, Juan Pedro
Benali’s men will be eager to
sociation took a crucial 39- GUWAHATI, April 23: A out for just 70 in 17.1 overs. to victory
run lead over Hojai District scintillating knock of 94 runs Chirantan Khataniar tore SPORTS REPORTER
sised the importance of his team assist in 25 ISL games). kick off their Kalinga Super
Sports Association in the first by Hritik Rowniar and a dev- through the batting line-up
finding their rhythm from the In goal, Gurmeet Singh has Cup campaign with a victory
innings of their Nuruddin astating seven-wicket haul by with a sensational spell, GUWAHATI, April 23:
very beginning of the campaign. been in imperious form this and secure a place in the tour-
Ahmed Senior Inter-District Chirantan Khataniar pow- claiming 7 wickets for just 23 Assam Police registered a
“It will be crucial to get into ISL season, registering sev- nament’s quarterfinals.
Cricket Tournament match ered Rhinoland Cricket Acad- runs in 5.1 overs. Gauranga dominant 5-0 victory over
being held in Morigaon on emy to a resounding 171-run Prasad Barman complement- Assam United FC in the
JK Tyre brings motorsport thrill Wednesday.
Hojai, batting first, were
victory over Navajyoti Crick-
et Coaching Centre in the
ed the effort with 2 for 18
from 3 overs. Only Jyotirmoy
State Premier League
football tournament,
to IIT Guwahati restricted to just 64 runs in
25.4 overs in their first in-
10th Sitaram Chhawchharia
Memorial U-19 Cricket
Das (20) and Ferdous Ahmed
(18) offered brief resistance.
organised by the Assam
Football Association, on
GUWAHATI, April 23: Formula 4 car gave specta- was unforgettable. Motor- nings of the two-day match, Tournament, organised by Rhinoland Cricket Acade- Wednesday.
JK Tyre, in collaboration tors a taste of professional sports is all about engineer- Bud Cricket Club at the my secured a comprehensive The match, held at the
with Sahadev Mondal scor- Hritik Rowniar of Rhinoland
with Adventure-X Fusion open-wheel racing. ing, and events like this of- NFRSA Cricket Ground on win by 171 runs, with Hritik Dhengargaon Ground in
ing 18 runs and SK Yadav Cricket Academy receiving
Tribe, organised the Indian Despite rain midway fer a chance to connect Wednesday. the Player of the Match trophy Rowniar being adjudged Kamrup district, saw
contributing 22 runs. Na-
Racing Festival at the IIT through the programme, the learning with practical ap- In a rain-curtailed encoun- in Guwahati on Wednesday. Player of the Match for his Assam Police in complete
gaon’s Akshay Jyoti Deka was
Guwahati campus on Sun- crowd remained enthusias- plication. We look forward control as they secured all
the star performer, taking 8 ter reduced to 46 over-a-side noland posted a competitive match-winning knock.
day, bringing motorsport tic, and the event ended with to more such collabora- three points with a com-
wickets for 35 runs, while affair, Rhinoland batted first 241 for 6 in their allotted No matches are scheduled
action to students and mot- a display of fireworks. tions.”
Mrinmoy Dutta claimed 2 after Navajyoti won the toss overs. for Thursday. manding performance.
orsport fans in the city. Perumal Alagarsamy, Hari Singh, head of op- Brief scores: Rhinoland Crick-
wickets. and opted to field. Rowniar Among the bowlers, Ujjal On Thursday, the first
The event featured high- dean of student affairs at IIT erations at JK Tyre Motor- et Academy 241/6 in 46 overs
In response, Nagaon man- was the standout performer Choudhury was the most (Hritik Rowniar 94, Rajveer Mishra
match is scheduled for 1
speed drifting, burnouts in Guwahati, was present as sport, said, “The crowd
aged 103 runs losing all their with a composed 94 off 121 successful for Navajyoti, re- 33; Ujjal Choudhury 3/46). Nava- pm, featuring FC Green
performance cars such as the chief guest. He said, was amazing, and despite jyoti Cricket Coaching Centre 70
wickets in 32.5 overs in their deliveries, laced with 10 turning with figures of 3 for Valley against Hauk Football
Lexus and BMW, modified “This was a first-of-its-kind the rain, the show went on. all out in 17.1 overs (Jyotirmoy
first innings, with Nikhil Sing- boundaries. He was well sup- 46 from his 10 overs. Anshu- Das 20; Chirantan Khataniar 7/23, Academy, followed by the
stunt vehicles, and gravity- experience for our campus. It was great to see how
ha scoring 44 runs. Binod ported by Rajveer Mishra (33 man Sarmah also chipped in Gauranga Barman 2/18). Result: second clash between
defying stunts on superbikes. Despite the rain, the con- naturally the audience con- Rhinoland Cricket Academy won by
Kumar Shaw took 3 wickets, off 31 balls; 4x3) and Pratik with 1 for 23 from 6 overs. Jorhat Town Club and
Young karting talents also nection between IIT Guwa- nected with the sport.” 171 runs. Player of the Match:
showcased their skills on hati students and the JK This was stated in a press and Manik Das claimed 5 Mour, who remained unbeat- In reply, Navajyoti col- Hritik Rowniar (Rhinoland Cricket Lenruel FC at the same
Rotax Karts, while an Indian Tyre Indian Racing Festival release. wickets for Hojai. en on 27 off 31 balls. Rhi- lapsed under relentless pres- Academy). venue.

SU DO KU Barcelona increase La Liga lead defeating Mallorca

MADRID, April 23: Dani them, but that’s soccer,” Espanyol play draw at
Olmo scored early in the sec- Barcelona midfielder Gavi Valencia
ond half as Barcelona defeat- said. Earlier on Tuesday, Espan-
ed Mallorca 1-0 to increase “We can’t always score yol’s three-game winning
its Spanish league lead. easily. We insisted until we streak ended with a 1-1 draw
The home win on Tuesday finally scored and that’s at Valencia, which has drawn
gave the Catalan club a sev- what’s important.” two in a row after three
en-point lead over Real Ma- Mallorca, which has only straight victories.
drid, which visits Getafe on two wins from its last nine The result left both teams
Wednesday. Barcelona, seek- matches, stayed in seventh tied on 39 points, though Es-
ing its first league title since place. panyol has a game in hand.
2023, has five league games Barcelona and Madrid Valencia were in 14th place,
left. will meet in the Copa del just behind Espanyol.
Olmo’s winner came a Rey final on Saturday in Also on Wednesday, Celta
minute into the second half Seville. Vigo host fifth-place Villarre-
at Montjuic stadium, with the Barcelona coach Hansi al, and Las Palmas visit
Solution of last problem playmaker finding the net Flick made several changes fourth-place Athletic Bilbao.
from inside the area. to his starting lineup, with Relegation-threatened
Originating from Japan,
‘su do ku’ is a mind game It was the third consecu- forward Ansu Fati making his Alaves welcome ninth-placed
and a puzzle that can be tive victory for Barcelona in first league start in nearly six Real Sociedad.
solved with proper the league. The Catalan side months. Striker Robert On Thursday, third-placed
reasoning and logic. Fill had 40 attempts on goal, Lewandowski was absent Atletico Madrid host midta-
the grid with digits in such
a manner that every row, while Mallorca had only four because of a muscle injury. ble Rayo Vallecano, while
every column and every – none on target. “We played a great sixth-placed Real Betis visit
3 x 3 box accommodates “We created many scoring match,” Gavi said. last-placed Valladolid, which
the digits 1 to 9 without opportunities and we should “I’m happy for the players has lost 12 of its last 13
repeating any.
have taken advantage of Dani Olmo (2nd L) of Barcelona scores during the La Liga match against Mallorca in Barcelona. who rotated and got to play.” matches. – AP
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SPORTS THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2025

No music, fireworks or cheerleaders in MI vs SRH match

HYDERABAD, April 23: the players stood united in On behalf of the BCCI, while condemning
Players and match officials ob- offering a minute’s silence. this ghastly and cowardly act with
served a minute’s silence and Also not on display were
wore black armbands as the the cheerleaders and the
strongest possible words, I extend our
usually festive start to an IPL fireworks. No music was heartfelt condolences to the bereaved
game turned sombre on played in between balls but families and prayers for the departed
Wednesday to mourn the vic- a full house at the HCA sta- souls. In sharing their pain and grief, we
tims of the terrorist attack in dium meant there was plen- stand hand in hand at this hour of tragedy.
Pahalgam. ty of noise every time the
– BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia
As a mark of respect to the ball crossed the boundary.
victims, captains of the teams The sightscreen read ‘Let’s cowardly attack,” said Hardik. to the those who lost their (TRF), which is a part of the
in action tonight – Hardik Pan- all stand for peace and hu- Cummins added: “It has life in the deadly attack that banned Pakistan-based
dya for Mumbai Indians and manity’. been heartbreaking for us has shaken the nation. Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror
Pat Cummins for Sunrisers At the toss, Cummins and as well, our thoughts are Terrorists opened fire on group, claimed responsibili-
Hyderabad – condemned the Hardik showed solidarity with with the victims and their civilians at the popular tour- ty for the attack. The attack
attack in which at least 26 peo- the families of the deceased. families.” ist location in south Kashmir has drawn strong condem-
ple were killed. “I would like to pass my The commentators did on Tuesday, killing at least 26 nation from across the world.
The Indian national anthem condolences to the victims of Players and umpires observe a moment of silence to pay respect to the victims of the their bit by explaining the sig- persons and injuring several The BCCI also issued a state-
was played before the start the terrorist attack. I and my Pahalgam terror attack before the start of the IPL match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and nificance of the black armbands others. ment to condemn the “ghast-
of the game and soon after, team strongly condemn the Mumbai Indians in Hyderabad on Wednesday. – PTI while paying on-air homage The Resistance Front ly and cowardly” attack. – PTI

POINTS TABLE
POS TEAM M W P RCB eye improvement vs RR
1 GT 8 6 12 BENGALURU, April 23: Avoid mid-table tussle
2 DC 8 6 12 Struggling to find form in
their own den, Royal Chal-
RCB currently have 10
points to be placed at third
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3
4
MI
RCB
9
8
5
5
10
10
lengers Bengaluru will look
to regain control of their IPL
on the table but Punjab Kings
and Lucknow Super Giants
‰≈¬øȬ·ä õ∂øÓ¬À˚±ø·Ó¬± - 2025
campaign at home when they also have 10 points. Mumbai ë·1œ˚˛¸œí1 õ∂øӬᬱ¬Ûfl¡ ¸•Û±√fl¡ ’¸˜1 ¤·1±fl¡œ ‡…±Ó¬Ú±˜± ¸±—¬ı±ø√fl¡-¸±ø˝√√øÓ¬…fl¡ ‰¬fõ∂¸±√ ˙˝◊√fl¡œ˚˛±1
5 PBKS 8 5 10 meet a floundering Rajasthan Indians are quietly sneaking ¶ú‘øÓ¬Ó¬ õ∂ªÓ«¬Ú fl¡1± ë·1œ˚˛¸œ-‰¬fõ∂¸±√ ˙˝◊√fl¡œ˚˛± ‰≈¬øȬ·ä õ∂øÓ¬À˚±ø·Ó¬±í1 ¬ı±À¬ı ¬Û±G≈ø˘ø¬Û ’±˝3√±Ú fl¡1± ∆˝√√ÀÂ√º
6 LSG 9 5 10 Royals here on Thursday. up the ladder with eight ¤˝◊√ õ∂øÓ¬À˚±ø·Ó¬±Ó¬ øÚ¬ı«±ø‰¬Ó¬ øÓ¬øÚȬ± Œ|ᬠ·äfl¡ ˜±Ú¬ÛS¸˝√√ ¤ÀÚÒ1ÀÌ ¬Û≈1¶‘®Ó¬ fl¡1± ˝√√í¬ı –
RCB’s three defeats at the points.
7 KKR 8 3 6
Chinnaswamy Stadium in as If they win against Sunris-
õ∂Ô˜ ¬Û≈1¶®±1 – 10,000.00 [√˝√ ˝√√±Ê√±1] Ȭfl¡±
8 RR 8 2 4 many matches offer one of ers Hyderabad then MI too ø¡ZÓ¬œ˚˛ ¬Û≈1¶®±1 – 7,000.00 [¸±Ó¬ ˝√√±Ê√±1] Ȭfl¡±
the biggest paradoxes of this will have 10 points and can Ó‘¬Ó¬œ˚˛ ¬Û≈1¶®±1 – 5,000.00 [¬Û“±‰¬ ˝√√±Ê√±1] Ȭfl¡±
9 SRH 8 2 4
edition. An outfit that has displace RCB (4.7) from the
10 CSK 8 2 4 steam-rolled opposition in all third slot on account of bet- õ∂øÓ¬À˚±ø·Ó¬±1 øÚ˚˛˜±ª˘œ
parts of the country has been ter net run rate (4.8). 1º Œfl¡ª˘ Œ˜Ãø˘fl¡ ¶§1ø‰¬Ó¬ ‰≈¬øȬ·äÀ˝√√ ¤˝◊√ õ∂øÓ¬À˚±ø·Ó¬±1 ¬ı±À¬ı ø¬ıÀ¬ı‰¬Ú±ÒœÚ ˝√√í¬ıº
left chasing shadows in their Therefore, a favourable re-
HIGHEST RUN
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own backyard. sult will help RCB to stay
2º õ∂øÓ¬À˚±·œ¸fl¡À˘ ¶§À‚±ø¯∏Ó¬ õ∂˜±Ì-¬ÛS¸˝√√ ‰≈¬øȬ·ä1 ≈√Ȭ±Õfl¡ õ∂øÓ¬ø˘ø¬Û Ó¬˘1 øͬfl¡Ú±Õ˘ ’˝√√±
GETTER
The RCB batters have ap- MATCHES RCB WON 16 RCB RR above the possible mid-table 31 Œ˜í, 2025 Ó¬±ø1‡1 øˆ¬Ó¬1Ó¬ Œ¬Û±ª±Õfl¡ ¬Ûøͬ˚˛±¬ı ˘±ø·¬ı ’±1n∏ ‡±˜1 ›¬Û1Ó¬ ë·1œ˚˛¸œ-
Sai peared strangely subdued PLAYED
W L logjam of four teams with 10 ‰¬fõ∂¸±√ ˙˝◊√fl¡œ˚˛± ‰≈¬øȬ·ä õ∂øÓ¬À˚±ø·Ó¬±-2025í ¬ı≈ø˘ ά◊À~‡ fl¡ø1¬ı ˘±ø·¬ıº
Sudharsan RR WON 14 3º õ∂øÓ¬À˚±·œ¸fl¡˘1 ¬ı˚˛¸ 181 ¬Û1± 35 ¬ıÂ√11 øˆ¬Ó¬1Ó¬ ˝√√í¬ı ˘±ø·¬ı ’±1n∏ ’±Àª√Ú1 ˘·Ó¬ ¬ı˚˛¸1
33
and their bowlers seem to points.
have forgotten the lengths to L L RR’s turmoils õ∂˜±Ì-¬ÛS ø√¬ı ˘±ø·¬ıº
R - 417 NR 3
4s - 42, 6s - 15
adopt here. W L Rajasthan have a messy 4º õ∂øÓ¬À˚±·œ¸fl¡À˘ ¬Û±Â√¬ÛíÈ«¬ ’±fl¡±11 ≈√‡Ú Ù¬ÀȬ± ø√¬ı ˘±ø·¬ıº
Central to that woeful run house to deal with. Sanju 5º õ∂øÓ¬À˚±·œ¸fl¡À˘ ·ä¸˜”˝√ qXÕfl¡ øάøȬø¬Û fl¡ø1 ¬Ûøͬ˚˛±¬ı ˘±ø·¬ıº
HIGHEST WICKET is the changed character of Samson will miss this match
the 22-yard strip here which It’s evident in the team’s 64, but more would be ex- with an abdominal injury that
6º õ∂øÓ¬À˚±·œ¸fl¡À˘ øÚÊ√1 ˝√√±Ó¬Ó¬ õ∂øÓ¬ø˘ø¬Û 1±ø‡À˝√√ ·ä ¬Ûøͬ˚˛±¬ıº ’˜ÀڱڜӬ ·ä ‚”1±˝◊√ ø√˚±˛ Ú˝√√í¬ıº
TAKER
has offered some grip to the totals here so far – 169/8, 163/ pected of Phil Salt, Devdutt earlier forced him to skip the 7º ¬Û≈1¶‘®Ó¬ ’±1n∏ ˜ÀڱڜӬ ·ä¸˜”˝√ õ∂À˚˛±Ê√Ú¸±À¬ÛÀé¬ qÒ1øÌÀ1 ë·1œ˚˛¸œíÓ¬ õ∂fl¡±˙ fl¡1± ˝√√í¬ıº
Prasidh bowlers. 7 and 95/9 (14 overs). They Padikkal and skipper Rajat game against Delhi Capitals 8º ë·1œ˚˛¸œí1 ø¸X±ôL˝◊√ ‰”¬Î¬ˇ±ôL ø¸X±ôL ¬¬ı≈ø˘ ·Ì… fl¡1± ˝√√í¬ıº
Krishna The Bengaluru batters are have scored over 9-10 runs Patidar. as well. 9º Œ˚±·±À˚±·1 ¬ı±À¬ı õ∂øÓ¬À˚±·œ¸fl¡À˘ ¬ıÓ«¬˜±Ú1 ¸•Û”Ì« øͬfl¡Ú± ’±1n∏ ˜í¬ı±˝◊√˘ Ú•§1 ø√¬ı ˘±ø·¬ıº
W - 16 yet to find the right tempo to an over in other venues, but The inconsistent bounce is Riyan Parag will continue õ∂øÓ¬À˚±ø·Ó¬±Ó¬ ’—˙¢∂˝√Ì fl¡ø1¬ı ø¬ı‰¬1± ά◊¬Û˚≈Mê√ ’±1n∏ ˝◊√26≈√fl¡ õ∂øÓ¬À˚±·œ¸fl¡À˘ øÚ˚˛˜±ª˘œ ’Ú≈¸ø1
4w - 1, 5w - 0 tide over the slowness in the here the rate has dropped holding back the RCB bat- to lead the Royals, who are ·ä¸˜”˝√ Ó¬˘1 øͬfl¡Ú±Ó¬ ¬Ûøͬ˚˛±¬ı ¬Û±ø1¬ıº
pitch, as they seem to have down to 7-8 runs an over. ters, particularly after the currently tottering at eighth ¸•Û±√fl¡, ë·1œ˚˛¸œí
been caught in the dilemma Their mainstay Virat Power Play segment and, on the table with four points,
·1œ˚˛¸œ-‰¬fõ∂¸±√ ˙˝◊√fl¡œ˚˛± ‰≈¬øȬ·ä õ∂øÓ¬À˚±ø·Ó¬±-2025
Players of whether to step on the gas Kohli has been in decent
form this season, averaging
hopefully, they will find the
rhythm against RR.
in the absence of their regu-
ø¬∏Cø¬ıά◊Ú ˆ¬ªÚ, ¤˜ ’±1 øά Œ1±Î¬, &ª±˝√√±È¬œ-781 003
or not. lar captain. – PTI
wear black
armbands
during Super
Rohit fires again as MI
Cup match
BHUBANESWAR, April
pulverise SRH
HYDERABAD, April 23: 43, the hosts did not have ond six.
23: The players of Bengalu- A rampant Mumbai Indians enough runs on the board to Having gone through a
ru FC and Inter Kashi wore rode on Rohit Sharma’s (70) challenge MI’s batting might. phase wherein he didn’t look
black armbands and observed second consecutive fifty to The five-time winners re- out of form yet big scores
a minute of silence before pulverise a hapless Sunrisers corded their third consecu- eluded him, Rohit blended
their Super Cup match here Hyderabad by seven wickets tive win while chasing, hav- defence and attack deftly for
on Wednesday to mourn the in their Indian Premier ing drubbed Chennai Super another high quality knock
victims of the terrorist attack League match here on Kings by nine wickets last which shut the doors com-
in Pahalgam. Wednesday. Sunday. pletely on SRH.
At least 26 persons – most- Mumbai Indians’ fourth It was also their second win Earlier, Klaasen’s meas-
ly tourists – were killed by ter- win on the trot, which took over SRH in the season, hav- ured 71 and Manohar’s 43
rorists on Tuesday at the them to the third spot from ing beaten them by four wick- rescued a listless SRH from
Baisaran meadows in Pahalgam. the earlier sixth on the points ets last week in Mumbai. a terrible start and guided
The Resistance Front (TRF), table, came after SRH post- India’s Test and ODI cap- them to 143/8.
a shadow group of the banned ed a below-par 143/8 and tain Rohit announced his in- Klaasen struck nine fours
Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba Rohit making the most of the tentions when he hoisted an
(LeT) terror group, has claimed and two sixes for his 44-ball
perfect batting conditions to off-cutter from Pat Cummins 71, putting on 99 runs for the
responsibility for the attack. score 70 off 46 balls (8x4s, over deep square leg fence
The players of both teams, sixth wicket with impact sub-
3x6s). for a six and followed it up stitute Abhinav Manohar,
including their foreign recruits, MI scored 146/3 in 15.4 with a four in the third over.
came out to the ground with who played a steady second
overs to win the match with On a flat and hard deck fiddle with his 37-ball 43
black armbands to pay respect 26 balls to spare, with Surya- here, Rohit was quick to read
to the victims of the terror (2x4s, 3x6s).
kumar Yadav hitting a 19-ball the conditions, having come
attack. Just before the start of 40 not out (5x4s, 2x6s). on to the field as an impact Brief scores: Sunrisers Hy-
the match, the players, the The fate of the contest was sub late in the second half. derabad 143 for 8 in 20 overs
match officials and the specta- (Heinrich Klaasen 71, Abhinav
all but sealed when SRH When Jaydev Unadkat took Manohar 43; Deepak Chahar 2/
tors at the Kalinga Stadium crumbled to 35/5 following the pace off the ball in the 12, Trent Boult 4/26). Mumbai
stood in silence for one minute an embarrassing collapse. fourth over, Rohit was quick Indians 146 for 3 in 15.4 overs
in memory of the departed (Rohit Sharma 70, Will Jacks 22,
Despite Heinrich Klaasen’s to pounce on it, lifting it pow- Suryakumar Yadav 40 not out).
souls. – PTI 71 and Abhinav Manohar’s erfully over cover for his sec- – PTI

Can’t afford any slip-up, need to

start winning games: Dravid
BENGALURU, April 23:
Head coach Rahul Dravid on It’s a very important game for us, in
Wednesday acknowledged fact, every game from here on in, as the
that Rajasthan Royals cannot position we find ourselves in, we can’t
afford another slip-up after afford to make many mistakes. This
sliding to eighth on the IPL
points table and his team has
stage is a tournament... just over half
“no option” other than start way, we find ourselves at the bottom
“winning games quickly.” half of the table.
The Royals will come up – Rahul Dravid
against an in-form Royal Chal-
lengers Bengaluru at the M mistakes. This stage is a of slipping up any more,” games coming into this, but
Chinnaswamy Stadium here tournament... just over half he added. we’ve played some good
on Thursday, and another re- way, we find ourselves at the Dravid accepted that the cricket as well.
versal will make it really bottom half of the table,” Royals have not fared well in “It’s one of those tourna-
tough for them to nourish Dravid said in the pre-match crunch situations in this tour- ments where a few balls going
play-off aspirations. press conference. nament despite playing ex- here or there and we might
“It’s a very important “We’ve got to star t cellent cricket in patches. have been in a slightly differ-
game for us, in fact, every climbing that table quickly “We know we have to ent position. But you need to
game from here on in, as the and we’ve got to start win- play well to be still alive in play well in those critical mo-
position we find ourselves in, ning games quickly. There this tournament. Now, ments and it hasn’t happened
we can’t afford to make many are no options, no chances we’ve lost a couple of close for us,” he noted. – PTI
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familiar chime stirred something deep within
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study of the sensory perceptions of the honeybee and he was one of the first who translated challenges like climate change and to develop new technologies. And then there was the zoo. I still remember
he was. Nano with his
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arms wide open.
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Christ Jyoti School, of old books filled
Prize in physiology or medicine with the Dutchman Nikolaas Tinbergen and the Austrian when he used to visit our house
Pathsala the air, a reminder
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of all the times I had
died in Munich on June 12, 1982. whole atmosphere changed, laughter
curled up in his house.
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G
opika Govind has recently made head-
collaboration, and communication. the thrill of the bumpy ride, the ring the doorbell and hear his lines by becoming Kerala’s first flight
cool breeze brushing against my voice anymore, but in a way, stewardess from an indigenous com-
face, and the way Nano he’s always there waiting with munity. She overcame financial hurdles
Medhavini Talukdar, Class-IX, always made sure I was open arms in the home of and other obstacles to achieve her
Delhi Public School, seated comfortably. my memories. childhood dream of becoming a flight stewardess.
Guwahati
24-year-old Govind, who belongs to Kerala’s
Karimbala tribal community, was born to daily
These are a few of my favourite things... wage labourers — P. Govindan and V.G. Biji
— at ST colony in Kavunkudi near Alakkode.
AI can assist me in numerous ways as a student. It’s like hav-
ing a clever assistant who is always available! AI can also assist She grew up facing financial crisis from an early
me in learning new things such as drawing, languages, or even What is your age but that didn’t deter her from pursuing her
favourite thing What is that one snack dream. Initially, she enrolled for B.Sc. in Chem-
programming. AI also inspires me with good ideas for projects or meal that can uplift
to do with your istry, which was more affordable. A year after
in school. AI makes school learning more enjoyable. I believe your mood at any time of
friends? completing her degree, a newspaper image of
that AI is sort of a good robot teacher that never becomes the day?
weary! But I also believe that I must not have blind faith in A: I like discussing sports cabin crew members in uniform reminded her of
all AI content. So I always use AI under the guidance of my and games and playing her childhood dream. She then began searching
A: Though I am not a foodie,
guardian. outdoor games like for training opportunities in aviation.
the delicious paneer curry by my
football, cricket, etc. Govind soon came across a government-aided
mum can surely uplift my mood
course for indigenous students and enrolled in a
anywhere, anytime.
Princy Muhayee Handique, Class-VI, Farhan Ali, If you could visit any one-year diploma programme at Dream Sky Avi-
St. Mary’s Sr. Sec. School, Maligaon, Class-IX, place in the world, ation Training Academy in Kalpetta, Wayanad.
Guwahati Axel Public School, where would it be What is your One lakh rupees of her course fees was covered
Guwahati and why? favourite thing under a scheme supporting tribal students, letting
to do on a rainy her study without financial strain. She started apply-
A: If I get a chance
day? ing for cabin crew positions before completing her
AI means Artificial Intelligence. AI is useful in many ways. As To send your like this, then I would surely visit
training. Although she was not selected after her
a smart friend, AI can recommend books, movies, games ac- entries for this Greece, because I am really A: My favourite thing to do first interview, she succeeded at the second attempt.
cording to our interest. When we talk to AI, it feels like we are column, e-mail interested in their history, culture on a rainy day is to read After three months of training, she joined Air India
meeting a new friend and it is super fun while talking to it. It your answers and, especially, their famous king some book with a cup of Express and boarded her first flight as a cabin crew
can help us create art, music, explain stories, etc. Therefore, — along with Alexander the Great. hot tea and pakodas member from Kannur to a Gulf destination.
we can say that in today’s world, we cannot deny the impor- a passport- made by my mother. Govind is truly a beacon of light, shining bright
@2024 Jim Toomey. Dist. by Andrews McMeel Syndication

tance of AI. But we have to be very careful while using AI. Let size coloured Which is your favourite song
to sing or dance to when you despite adversity.
it not destroy our creativity. photograph to
planet_young@ are feeling happy? – Maithilee Bhuyan
assamtribune.
Kabir Ayub, Class-III, A: I really like the song
com or
Tum hi ho by Arijit Singh
CREATIVE ENDEAVOUR
Axel Public School,
planetyoung23@ OF THE MONTH
Guwahati and the recent Holo lolo
gmail.com
by Shankuraj Konwar. Avaneesh Kashyap,
Guwahati
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Dear Ishani Aunty, Dear Ishani Aunty, Dear Ishani Aunty,

We are going to settle in We had a big field near our My dog passed away last
Delhi and my father has house where we played week, and I can’t stop cry-
bought a flat there. I am very football. Now, someone has ing. I miss him so much.
unhappy, as I love staying in bought the land and built a Will I ever get over this
Upper K.G.,
Guwahati. What should I do? Dear Ishani Aunty, high wall around it. We have loss? Mivaan Baruah
Date of birth: April 26
Delhi Public School, Nibedarshinee S. Class-III,
– Sneha After school and tuitions, I feel no place to enjoy ourselves. – Ruma Numaligarh To my sunshine Neelotpal Don Bosco School,
very tired. How can I get my Guwahati
Dear Sneha,
Do take things in a positive energy back?
It is so sad, isn’t it?
– Arjov
Dear Ruma,
Losing a pet is tragic and
Dixit Date of birth: April 25
Date of birth: April 26
spirit. Your father obviously – Pritam Dear Arjov, it is understandable that
has reasons to settle in Delhi. Dear Pritam, This is the sad truth of all you are grieving. Think
Stop being difficult and get It is quite normal to feel exhaust- cities. Day by day, open of the happy moments
about packing your things. I ed after such gruelling mental ac- spaces are disappearing, and you had with your beloved
think it is a great opportunity tivity. I think you need to unwind children are forced to remain pet. Those memories will
to be able to live in India’s by listening to music, or having a indoors. Our citizens should stay with you forever. By Dear Mivaan,
capital city. healthy snack. try to figure out a way. and by, the pain will heal. A very Happy Birthday! Wishing you oodles of Our dearest daughter Neesu,
happiness, love and endless courage to chase your We wish you a very Happy Birthday. We are really very happy to
dreams and the strength to achieve them. As you see you excel in your academics and even in your extra-curricular
Send your entries to: turn five, we all are incredibly proud of the little man activities like Bharatnatyam and Bihu dance. Your performances
planet_young@assamtribune.com / you’re becoming. Remember, the future belongs to have been good as you are progressing in life. You have been a
planetyoung23@gmail.com those who believe in the beauty of their dreams, so dear daughter who is always keen to excel in her studies. Your
chase yours and embrace the magic of life. respect for elders comes naturally in your behaviour. Keep up
It is your special day, eat a lot of sweet treats and the good work, we are always with you.
“Wow! Let’s play
with bubbles.”
NEXT WEEK’S PICTURE have a wonderful time filled with joy, laughter, and Hope you enjoy your birthday to the fullest tomorrow
with pomp and gaiety.
PLATYPUS Solution: 14 letters
all the things that make you happy. A very Happy
Birthday once again! Love and
blessings forever, From your loving parents,
The words below can all be found in the puzzle. They may Pehi loves you to the moon and back!
– Joyshree Baruah Mumma Dr. Suman Das and Dr. Neelotpal Deka
be spelled horizontally, vertically, backwards, forwards or
diagonally. Be careful, some letters are used more than
once. When you find a word, circle each letter. When all
the words on the list have been found, the letters left over
will spell the solution. Have fun!
Nivitri Sarma, Class-IV,
Australia Spurs Shrimata Shankar Academy, Guwahati
T U S G G E N I M Q
Beak Stream
E A R U E C R O A E Bill Swim Q: “What’s the best
Brown fur way to talk to a Can you find the differences
E L U A T B N S E R Tail
Burrow Tyrannosaur?” between the two pictures?
Eggs Tunnels
F A P S E O L B R E Ans: “Long distance!”
Mammal Water
Q: “What did the alien say
D M S A T E U T T T Monotreme Webbed
when he was out of the AI and you
River feet room?” Q: “Why did the bird
E M K R N R M A S A Ans: “I’m all spaced out!” go to the library?” Dear Bhaity, Bhonti,
Ans: “Because it
B A E N R U A I R W
was looking for The world is talking about the
B M U O B I L L W E bookworms!” advent of AI. While some predict that
E T W R I V E R I S it will affect mankind in negative ways,
Do you know which words in the
W R U F N W O R B A
Q: “How does panels below are spelt correctly? others say it will ensure many benefits
a penguin make
Solution: “Unique creature” pancakes?”
that will enrich our life.
© JANRIC Enterprises
Ans: “With its flippers!” In the new My Viewpoint announced
smaller, 5: Handle beside drawer has moved.
last week, our topic is “How can I
A common material The correct spellings are: 3 and 4.
3: Pattern on bedspread has changed, 4: Pillow is
1: Moon is missing, 2: Mouse-hole is larger,
benefit from AI?”
Write a 100-word paragraph,
enclose a passport-size coloured

O
ne of the most commonly used materials
is steel — an alloy (combination) of vari- photograph, mention your name,
ous substances based on the metal, iron.
Pure metals are also widely used such as class, school/college, village/town/
Some artists
very light aluminium for items ranging
use grids to
city, state and e-mail it to planet_
from aircraft to beverage cans. Copper is used as
a conductor of electricity in wires. Most materials help them draw. young@assamtribune.com or
in modern products are made by various industrial Simply copy
processes rather than being obtained from Nature. the drawing in planetyoung23@gmail.com by May 1.
Iron is obtained by heating iron ore in a blast fur- each square With love, as always,
nace and pouring off the wastes or slag. Pure iron onto the blank
is often combined with carbon and other substances squares... then
to make steel. colour it in!
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Didipriya Hazarika,
Class-V, Goodwill Academy,
Compiled by: Maithilee Bhuyan
Dhakuakhana
Great Lives: Sachin Tendulkar Zooni’s Alarm Clock
The Little Master By Vibha Batra Dasari Venkata Ramana
Who’s known as

D
By Rohini Chowdhury asari Venkata Ramana is a Sahitya Akademi

T
his book is the perfect pick for children
transitioning from picture books, of- Award-winning children’s author. The Sah- the ‘Lion Man of

T
oday is Sachin Tendulkar’s birthday and what itya Akademi’s recent decision to translate
better way to celebrate this amazing sportsper- fering a heartwarming glimpse into a Assam’?
cherished tradition of a Kashmiri family. his book Anandam, a collection of children’s sto-
son than by reading this book on his life! The ries, into 24 Indian languages is the latest feather
interesting format of part-text and part-graphic With captivating illustrations by our very
novel gives this book a unique flavour and own Pankaj Saikia, which bring the story to life, in his cap. The Hindi translation has already Who’s
this book introduces children to the simplicity been completed by Paranandi Nirmala. Anandam
makes it appealing for all readers. Presented as part of has already gained recognition, with one of its
known as
Scholastic’s Great Lives series, this book takes a look and charm of rural India while highlighting how
rituals strengthen community bonds. A great stories, Ananda, being translated into Marathi by the ‘Pig
at the life of one of India’s most revered, humble and Budharam Renuka and included in the curriculum

Ghibli — boon
dedicated person- choice for parents and Man of
educators, it sparks for first-year students at Solapur University in
alities ever. Why Maharashtra. Besides his literary Assam’?
does the entire meaningful discussions
on cultural heritage, accomplishments, Ramana
cricket stadium
chant one name,
almost like a
creativity, and prob-
lem-solving. Adding a
fresh and unexpected
obtained a Ph.D degree on
‘Chandamama stories and
personality development’
or bane?
magic mantra? from Osmania University. Bedanga Sharma, Class-X,
Read on about twist, beatboxing
emerges as an unlikely He was an officer with the St. Vivekananda English Academy, Maligaon, Guwahati
the life of the Telangana State Registra- Name the ‘Iron
saviour of tradition,

I
‘God of Cricket’ n recent months, the internet has created in your likeness, being used
making this story both tion Department. He is Man of Assam’. Who’s
to know the also involved in creating been flooded with eye-catching in a misleading or even malicious way
engaging and inspir-
answer. message-oriented short known as and whimsical images tagged as without your knowledge or consent.
Great Lives: ing for curious young
minds. films. the ‘Forest ‘Ghibli art’. These AI-generated What makes it worse is that most
Sachin Ten- His books for children visuals are often dreamy, surreal, users are unknowingly feeding these
dulkar, The Zooni’s Alarm Clock Man of
is a heartwarming include: and stunningly life-like, which have systems. In today’s hyper-connected
Little Master Assam’?
story that blends tradi- Anandam captured the imagination of millions. world, people casually share photos
celebrates the
master blaster. tion and modernity From social media feeds to profile and details about their lives without
beautifully. Ammamanasu pictures, Ghibli-style creations have be- considering where that information
Name the ‘Bird Man
come a viral obsession. But behind this ends up. Public profiles, unprotected
of Assam’. innocent-looking trend lies a darker uploads, and even old photos from
reality — one that quietly chips away forgotten platforms become acces-
at privacy in the digital age. sible data points for AI. Once they’re
Pick the words closest in meaning. 6. Dr. Anwaruddin Choudhury.
Ghibli image generation is the result out there, they’re almost impossible
12 d 5. Jadav Payeng,
n of powerful AI systems like ChatGPT to take back.
1 Opportunist – A person who
a) Nominates
Which famous 4. Manoj Kumar Basumatary,
3. Bishnu Prasad Rabha, integrated with advanced image-gen- Unfortunately, the line between
3 ac
b) Advises Assamese was 2. Bishnuram Medhi,
eration models that can convert words artistic fun and ethical boundaries is
c) Leads given the title of into vivid visuals. What once required becoming increasingly blurred. While
2 dn d) Exploits the skill of a professional artist can generating fantastical characters and
1. Radha Govinda Baruah,
‘Sainik Silpi’? ANSWERS now be done in seconds by simply Ghibli-style avatars might seem like
1
typing a prompt. While this opens harmless entertainment, the silent data
1 dn
5 ac 2 Gerrymander
a) Provide creative doors for many, it also raises collection powering these creations
important questions about how much tells a different story. Each image adds
9 ac

b) Alter
c) Repair of our digital identity is truly under to the intelligence of these systems,
6 dn d) Campaign
TERM cowboy series ran from 1933 on radio
and later as a highly popular television
show. Silver bullets fit well with the
our control.
These AI systems are not just smart
making them better — not just at art,
but at mimicking real people.
2 3 but they’re becoming intelligent in To protect yourself in this evolving
8 dn
4 16 ac 3 Consensus
a) Agreement
Silver bullet masked hero’s miraculous persona.
He typically arrived from nowhere,
ways that mimic human understand- landscape, it’s no longer enough to
b) Poll result ing. They learn from vast oceans of rely on default privacy settings. People

‘S
5 6 ilver bullet’ is a direct and overcame evil and departed, leaving
15 ac c) Summary data, including photos, public profiles, need to be more conscious about what
effortless solution to a behind only a silver bullet and echoes
10 dn 7 8 d) Session and personal images scattered across they share publicly. Think twice be-
problem. We now use the of ‘Who was that masked man?’ the internet. What many people don’t fore uploading high-quality photos,
9 10 term to refer to an ac- There are numerous examples of the realise is that when they upload a selfie, especially of your face or family. Be
11 12 4 Nonpartisan
a) Isolated
tion which cuts through
complexity and provides an immediate
efficacy of silver bullets against were-
wolves, witches, the Devil, etc., in 19th
a family photo, or even a vacation cautious with apps or websites that
b) Unbiased snapshot, it could potentially become offer AI art services as many of them
solution to a problem. The allusion is to century fiction. In the 20th century, the
c) Ineffectual part of the training ground for these may store or even resell your data.
a miraculous fix, otherwise portrayed term was adopted in other contexts such
13 d) Disloyal models. In the wrong hands, such And when platforms offer opt-out
7 ac as ‘waving a magic wand’. This figura- as meaning a solution to a problem. War data can be twisted into something options for AI training, take advantage
14 14 a tive term derives from bonds with that name were
c deeply invasive. of them.
4 ac 15
11 ac
5 Caucus
a) Group
the use of actual silver
bullets and the wide-
issued in 1914. In 1916,
The Times advised the
The more these models evolve,
the more convincing and personal
The Ghibli trend might look beauti-
ful on the surface, but it’s a reflection
16 b) Petition spread folk belief that population of the U.K. to:
c) Speech the images they create can become. of a deeper shift in how technology
13 ac they were the only way “Invest the savings in
d) Law This has led to the rise of deepfakes, interacts with our personal lives. As AI
of killing werewolves buying ‘Silver Bullets’ in hyper-realistic AI-generated images grows more capable, the responsibility
or other supernatural the form most suitable
5. a) Group.
or videos of people doing or saying to protect our digital identity becomes
4. b) Unbiased, beings. and convenient — Exche- things they never actually did. And even more urgent. Creativity should
3. a) Agreement, The most famous quer bonds, or through when this technology is combined with never come at the cost of privacy and
2. b) Alter,
user of silver bullets was the Post Office Savings
Down: 1. Dynamite, 2. Knight, 6. Fork, 8. Clove, 10. Almonds, 12. Lungs. 1. d) Exploits, personal information already floating in this new world of intelligent ma-
the Lone Ranger. This Bank.”
Across: 3. Mosque, 4. Bone, 5. Wifi, 7. Glue, 9. Barrel, 11. Castle, 13. Lobster, 14. Pug, 15. Squid, 16. Sofa.
Answers:
online, the consequences can be dev- chines, guarding your image is just as
astating. Imagine a Ghibli-style image, important as guarding your password.
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A dream
I saw myself in a field of roses and tulips,
Gently graced by Nature’s clips.

I looked around, yet none were there,

No heavy thoughts, no burden to bear.
Spring’s allure
When the flora blooms and the birds return home,
All I felt was calm and free, When the blossoms smile and creation comes to life,
Just the sky, the earth, and me. Know that Spring is there at the right time!
The earth becomes fully green
And then I woke up, as it was just a dream, And a feeling of buoyancy and optimism grows within the spirit.
Realising life is not what it might seem. When the cool breeze blows,
It doesn’t take time to realise
Hena Kumari, Class-IX,
St. Vivekananda English Academy, That Spring is in the air for sure.
Maligaon, Guwahati When the sun emits its vibgyor light,
The garden seems more prismatic with many shades of life.
Tashwik Phukan, The birds tweet as if they are greeting
SFS, Guwahati The vibrant season of Spring.
Wild bees are buzzing as if they are gratified with it.
Butterflies and monarchs come back to enjoy the flora.
Oh Lord! How amazing is this magnificent aura!
Mayank Acharjee, Class-V, How lovely the season is!
St. Vivekananda English Academy, Happiness all around Nature it gives.
Maligaon, Guwahati How elegant it is!
Spring wants you to bond with it.
Spring is so alluring,
The best gift of God, surely it is!

Ashmita Deb, wins

Class-IX, a gift
South Point coupon
School, Guwahati from PENCIL, THE CREATIVE
SOUL, Roodraksh Mall,
Bhangagarh, Guwahati

Krishangi Das, Class-X,

Holy Child School
Naqaash Nahar Sabah, Class-III, All entries should include a passport-size photograph of the
Little Flower School, Guwahati contributor, along with complete postal address and phone number.

Atreyee Bora, wins

A liƩle mockingbird
Class-VII, Maria’s Public a gift
coupon In the morning, when the sun shines,
School, Guwahati
from When the flowers dance
PENCIL, THE CREATIVE
SOUL, Roodraksh Mall, In the melody of the wind,
Bhangagarh, Guwahati And in the morning dew when the birds sing,
I see a little mockingbird near a clear blue spring
But with an injured wing!
Kalpana Chawla
There it sings, such a beautiful tune

K
All entries should include a passport-size photograph of the alpana Chawla was the first Indian-born
contributor, along with complete postal address and phone number. That heals the heart from harm. woman to go to space. She was born on
So, now I know instead of crying, Ira Bhattacharjee, March 17, 1962. Born to a traditional family
I might as well keep trying. Don Bosco School, Panbazar, Guwahati
in Karnal, Haryana, Kalpana Chawla was the
Krishangi Kalita, Class-V, youngest of four children. Her father’s name
Shrimanta Shankar Academy, Guwahati was Banarasi Lal Chawla and her mother’s name was
Sanjyothi Chawla.
Nistha Nidhi Gogoi, Class-I, She fought odds and overcame obstacles to pursue
Wellborn Public School, Sonari aeronautical engineering from Punjab Engineering
College and then went abroad to earn a doctorate in
aerospace engineering from the University of Colorado,
U.S.A. She joined NASA where she was described as a
‘terrific engineer’. Soon she was selected as an astronaut
candidate. She made up her mind to go to space and she
took her first space journey on November 19, 1997.
After the first mission, she soon undertook her
second space mission, named STS-107, which was the
final mission of Columbia. She and six other crewmates
took off for space on January 16, 2003. On their
return journey to Earth, just before launch, their space
shuttle’s left wing developed a small hole that remained
undetected. And while entering the Earth’s atmosphere,
due to the high temperature, the small hole converted
into a big hole and the space shuttle burst into flames.
Kalpana Chawla and all her crewmates died in that
blast. Sadly, India’s brilliant woman astronaut, Kalpana
Chawla, passed away without leaving a trace.

Anubhab Bordoloi,
Rudraansh Kasera, Class-V, St. Stephen’s High School, Tinsukia
Phelix Buragohain, Class-V, Parikshit Barua, Class-VI, Ankur Bikash Buragohain, Class-VI, Kritee Nanda Kashyap, Class-IV,
Shiksha Valley School, Dibrugarh Mother’s Pride School, Dhemaji Don Bosco School, Guwahati Mother’s Pride School, Dhemaji Shrimanta Shankar Academy, Guwahati