In association with the Civil Administration of Nazira sub-division the Freelance Journalist Association of Nazira will observe the National Press Day with a day long programme at M.C.Club Nazira on November 16. Keeping in view the significance of a free and vibrant media with social accountabilityin a democratic country a Seminer is organise on the concept of the " Freedom of Media " and it is the suggested theam of the Press Counsil of India for the National Press Day-2012. Eminent writer Punya Saikia and Deepali Sarmah Bhattachaya will attend in the function as the guest of honour and chief guest.
A state level essay competion on Assamese Language is also organise by the organisers.The essay competition will be held in two categories. The first part category is open for all competetiors without age bar and the subject for the first phase is - "Role of Media to Solve the Present Crisis of the Assamese Nationality ". The second category of the essay competition will be held among the students of class Eight ( viii ) to Twelve ( xii ) level and the subject for the second phase is - " Yellow Journalism is the root cause of all social unstability " .
Organisers requested to the all interested competitors to write their essaies around 500 words and send it to " the editor of AMAR KOTHA MAGANINE .Nazira town.Ward NO-8. PIN-785685 ,before November 10, 2012
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According to a complaint filed by social activist Ntipan Saikia with the electoral offices in Nazira and Sivasagar, Putu Baruah used two different voter cards to cast ballots in two separate constituencies. The complaint alleges that Baruah voted in Sivasagar under his own name and in Nazira under the name Indreswar Baruah.
The voter card for the Sivasagar constituency shows Putu Baruah as a...
Nazira: In a recent election meeting at the Mezenga Higher Secondary School Field in Nazira, State Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Vishwa Sharma sparked controversy with his sharp response to allegations made by State Leader of Opposition and Nazira MLA Devvrat Saikia.
During the gathering, Dr. Sharma addressed the crowd, expressing disdain towards Saikia's claims that the Chief Minister fails to respond to letters addressing matters of public interest. Sharma's remarks came in response to Saikia's earlier assertion that Sharma's lack of response reflects arrogance.
Saikia, in his statement, criticized the Chief Minister's apparent disregard for protocol and pledged to persist in raising...
Nazira: Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Assam, Anurag Goel, conducted a comprehensive review of the election preparedness in Nazira Election District today in anticipation of the upcoming Lok Sabha Poll.
During his visit, CEO Anurag Goel inspected the strong rooms established within the premises of the office of SDO(C) Nazira, ensuring the integrity and security of the electoral process. He also took a detailed overview of the security arrangements put in place for these strong rooms, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the election materials.
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Teacher recruitment based solely on marks: While high marks ensure merit on paper, Hussain argues that it doesn't guarantee commitment to teaching.
Poor quality of education: Despite qualified teachers on paper, the overall educational outcomes remain unsatisfactory. Hussain highlights a troubling trend: many teachers are unwilling to enroll their own children in the institutions where they teach.
Societal indifference: Hussain criticizes society's lack of...
Nazira: In a ceremony held today at Nazira College, the college community unveiled a statue of its esteemed founder principal, Avni Barthakur. The statue serves as a lasting tribute to Barthakur's dedication to education and his role in establishing Nazira College as a prestigious institution.
Sahitya Akademi Award-winning author and former DGP of Assam, Harekrishna Deka, had the honor of unveiling the statue. The ceremony also included a special address by senior journalist and writer Haider Hussain. Hussain expressed his gratitude to the Nazira College family and the residents of Nazira for commemorating Avni Barthakur's legacy. He described the day as a historic one for the people of...
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Local people gathered to see the rhinos.
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