Amid indefinite curfew and flag march by army two incidents of police firing on Sunday escalated no less tension in Silapothar.
Police resorted firing as they spotted two youths who were believed to have tried to touch houses in Palpoti area. Police caught the motor cycle born youths and seized a bottle of patron from their possession. Interrogation is going on.
Another police firing incident took place in Bamgaon area where police picked up two youths who were moving defying the curfew. The duo were believed to have come to strike.
An indefinite curfew has paralyzed normal life in Silapothar from Friday. The curfew had been clamped in the area after miscreants torched three shops in the wee hours.
The 'Uttar Purvi Mahotsav 2024', a five-day cultural extravaganza showcasing Northeast India's richness, kicks off on January 13 at Bharat Mandapam. Organized by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and NEHHDC, the festival aims to display diverse arts, crafts, and cultures, fostering economic opportunities. With 250 participants including weavers, farmers, and entrepreneurs, the event features panel discussions, buyer-seller meets, traditional performances, and a focus on women's roles in regional development. Highlighting the youth's contribution and challenges, the festival aims to explore how they can shape India's economic landscape. Additionally, specialized...
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