Assam Declares Dry Days on Sept 22–23 to Honour Zubeen Garg
The Assam government declared September 22 and 23 as Dry Days in tribute to Zubeen Garg. Meghalaya also ordered liquor shops near Jorabat closed in solidarity.
NF Railway Employees Union Pays Tribute to Zubeen Garg
Mourning for Zubeen Garg entered its fourth day as NF Railway Employees Union held a tribute at Maligaon headquarters. NFR GM Chetan Kumar Srivastava lit candles before the singer’s portrait, joined by over 1,500 staff and union leaders. Officials described…
Dababrata Saikia Criticizes Tezpur University’s Silence on Zubeen Garg’s Death
Leader of Opposition Dababrata Saikia condemned Tezpur University for not organizing any tribute to late singer Zubeen Garg. He termed the silence a “shameful chapter” in the university’s history, stressing it insulted Assam’s cultural pride while the entire state mourned…
Last Rites of Zubeen Garg Begin at Kamarkuchi, Sonapur
Rituals for singer Zubeen Garg’s cremation began at Kamarkuchi, Sonapur, ahead of his body’s arrival. Thousands gathered as his family accompanied the procession. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, and other dignitaries are expected to attend.
Polling Begins for 5th BTC Elections Across Five Districts
Voting for the 5th Bodoland Territorial Council elections began Monday across 40 constituencies in five districts. By 9:30 am, Kokrajhar recorded 12.7% turnout. Over 26.5 lakh voters are eligible, including 13.3 lakh women. Key leaders, including Hagrama Mohilary and Cabinet…
Thousands Pay Last Respects to Zubeen Garg at Sarusajai Stadium
Thousands of fans gathered at Sarusajai Stadium on Monday to bid farewell to singer Zubeen Garg, whose body lay in a glass casket. Tributes poured in with flowers, gamosas, and songs, while many mourners endured the heat to pay respects…
CM Sarma: Singapore Police Probing Zubeen Garg’s Death, Assam to Examine Conspiracy Claims
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma clarified that Singapore police are investigating Zubeen Garg’s death, while Assam will only look into conspiracy allegations. The death certificate cites drowning as the cause. Over 50 FIRs have been filed against NEIF founder Shyamkanu…
Kamarkuchi Chosen for Zubeen Garg’s Samadhi, State Funeral on Sept 23
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced Kamarkuchi near Sonapur as the site for Zubeen Garg’s samadhi, respecting his family’s wish for proximity to Guwahati. The state funeral will be held on September 23, with NH-37 closed till 2 pm. Sarma criticised…
CM Sarma Clarifies Probe into Zubeen Garg’s Death
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said Singapore police are investigating Zubeen Garg’s death, while Assam CID will only examine conspiracy claims. The death certificate cites drowning, though the post-mortem report is awaited. He confirmed 54 FIRs against NEIF founder Shyamkanu Mahanta…
Polling Personnel Deployed for Crucial BTC Elections in Kokrajhar
Around 4,500 polling personnel moved to 942 stations across Kokrajhar on Sunday for the fifth BTC elections. The district has over 7 lakh voters and 100 candidates contesting in 12 constituencies. Voting will be held tomorrow from 7:30 am to…