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…
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.
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 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…
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…
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 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…
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…
Thousands of fans gathered in Guwahati on Sunday as Zubeen Garg’s mortal remains, accompanied by his wife Garima Garg in the same ambulance, were taken to their Kahilipara residence. Emotional crowds lit candles, waved banners, and showered flowers. Later, his…
Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu stated that late singer Zubeen Garg’s family will choose the cremation site, with Sonapur among suggested locations. His mortal remains arrived in Guwahati and will first be taken to his residence. Preparations at Sarusajai Sports…