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News18
08-08-2025
- News18
Assam Govt recognises Aaranyaks Wildlife Lab under BNSS for forensic role
Guwahati (Assam)[India],August 8(ANI): In a path-breaking move, the Government of Assam has recognized the pioneering Wildlife Genetics Laboratory (WGL) of Aaranyak and its Director Udayan Borthakur, for the purpose of utilizing the expertise in wildlife genetics and wildlife forensic analysis, pursuant to Section 329 (4) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), per the statement, in Assam, this marks the first recognition of a laboratory and an expert in the wildlife sector under the BNSS, 2023 for the purpose of assisting wildlife crime investigations and control through forensic evidence gathering using DNA sampling an order from the Governor of Assam on August 4, 2025, the Special Chief Secretary of the Government. of Assam, Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department has issued a notification recognising the laboratory and Borthakur under the relevant provision of the to the landmark achievement, Udayan Borthakur, the founder of WGL, Aaranyak, stated, 'We regard the Government's notification as a significant acknowledgement of our nearly two decades of work in this field. We also regard this notification as a significant responsibility that falls on our shoulders, and we are grateful of the Government of Assam for entrusting us with this critical responsibility." Borthakur said that the notification under Section 329 (4) of BNSS, 2023 will allow the lab and its biologist as scientific expert to support law enforcement agencies to gather evidences for forensic analysis in wildlife offences that will facilitate increased conviction rates in coming Kumar Talukdar, Secretary General and Executive Director, Aaranyak offers his sincere sense of gratitude to Assam Forest Department and the competent authority in Assam Government for bestowing faith and responsibilities to Wildlife Genetics facilities of Aaranyak that has been complimenting the efforts of the government to achieve conservation goals and shall continue to do so in years to come. WGL Aaranyak, founded in 2008, is northeast India's only conservation genetics and wildlife DNA forensics facility. Over the past decade, the lab has provided genetic analysis and on-ground DNA sampling support to 135 wildlife crime investigations by government authorities. In addition to forensic work, the lab has conducted over two dozen conservation genetic research projects on threatened wildlife species in India and overseas. (ANI)
Business Standard
28-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Oil India announces incorporation of JV - Assam Valley Fertilizer and Chemical Company
Oil India announced that in terms of Joint Venture Agreement executed between Government of Assam (GoA), Oil India, National Fertilizers, Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan and Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation, a Joint Venture Company in the name of Assam Valley Fertilizer and Chemical Company (AVFCCL) has been incorporated. Oil India has a 18% stake in the JV. AVFCCL has been incorporated for setting up of a new Ammonia-Urea Complex Namrup IV Fertilizer Plant at Namrup, Assam.
Indian Express
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Eviction in Assam, alarm bells in Nagaland: ‘Guard against illegal immigration'
As the Assam government prepares for its next eviction drive in an area neighbouring Nagaland, the Nagaland government has ordered 'heightened vigilance' against the movement of displaced people into the state. After five eviction exercises in June and July, the Assam government is preparing to conduct another one in Uriamghat in Eastern Assam's Golaghat district, where Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has alleged thousands of bighas of forest land have been encroached for betel nut cultivation by individuals from Central Assam. The area borders Nagaland's Wokha district. In an order dated July 21, the Nagaland government cited 'apprehensions' that people displaced by evictions in Assam will try to enter Nagaland, referring to them as 'illegal immigrants.' 'In view of the eviction drive against the illegal immigrants undertaken by the Government of Assam, there is apprehension/risk that some displaced individuals may attempt to cross into our state. In this regard, all Deputy Commissioners are hereby directed to heightened vigilance and take proactive measures to prevent any potential influx of illegal immigrants within your respective jurisdiction,' states the order. The order goes on to state that this is necessary for 'maintaining law and order' and for 'safeguarding the demographic integrity of our state.' Nagaland Joint Commissioner Nokchasashi, against whose signature the order had been issued, told The Indian Express that the order was prompted by preparations for evictions along the inter-state border. 'So far, there is no record of anyone entering, but officials concerned have been alerted to apprehend anyone trying to,' he said. Nagaland has an Inner Line Permit (ILP) regime, under which any Indian citizen who does not belong to the state is required to procure an official travel document to visit. An Indian citizen who does not belong to the states requiring an ILP cannot stay beyond a specified time.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Assam Chief Minister Sarma inaugurates Peerless Hospital
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the Peerless Hospital, set up by the Peerless Group pursuant to the agreement signed with the Government of Assam during the Advantage Assam 2.0 300-bed multi-specialty tertiary care hospital is located at Ahom Gaon, Garchuk. Sarma, speaking on the occasion, noted that the Government of Assam, aiming to enhance investment across various sectors, had signed several MoUs during Advantage Assam 2.0, most of which are now at different stages of implementation. While some companies have already commenced operations and others have inaugurated their projects, a few have initiated discussions with the government to take their plans forward. Since the signing of the MoU with the Peerless Group, he added, the State Government has worked in close coordination with the company to make the hospital the credentials of the Peerless Group, the Chief Minister remarked that it is one of India's oldest companies, which began in the financial sector before expanding into healthcare and other domains. With two hospitals already functioning in West Bengal, the establishment of this hospital in Guwahati represents, he said, a significant step in the advancement of healthcare services in Assam. Expressing confidence in the success of the Peerless Group's venture in the State, he added that this facility would provide the people of Assam with access to quality healthcare.'Today marks a milestone for Peerless — bringing our 30-year legacy of ethical, patient-first care to Assam and the Northeast. With 100 beds to start, and 300 beds by 2026, Peerless Hospital Guwahati will offer advanced specialties like cardiology, neurology, orthopaedics, and critical care', said Jayanta Roy, Managing Director, Peerless General Finance and Investment Company Ltd and Promoter of the Peerless Hospital Group. 'We are inspired by the CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's visionary leadership — Assam is emerging as a national model in healthcare, and we're proud to be part of this journey. Peerless stands for ownership, trust, and excellence — and with this step, we reaffirm our commitment to serve, heal, and grow together.'
India Gazette
12-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
PM Modi to initiate development projects worth Rs 8,000 from Darrang during proposed Assam visit on 8 September
Guwahati (Assam) [India], July 13 (ANI): As part of its ongoing efforts to advance the state's healthcare infrastructure, the Government of Assam has resolved to establish a medical college and hospital in Darrang district, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday visited the proposed site of the project in the Punia area of the district. Following the site visit, Sarma informed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to lay the foundation stone for this healthcare project during his proposed visit to Assam on September 8. He further noted that the Prime Minister is also likely to inaugurate the Narengi-Kurua bridge over the Brahmaputra River and the Guwahati Ring Road project from the same location. On that occasion, development projects amounting to nearly Rs 8,000 crore are expected to be initiated from Punia, Darrang. The CM observed that Darrang, formerly a sub-division of Sonitpur district, lacked access to such infrastructure; however, following its elevation to district status, it is now progressing towards securing its own medical college, akin to Sonitpur. He added that the construction of a bypass, along with other development initiatives, would contribute to a substantial transformation of the district. Emphasising the importance of timely implementation, he appealed for the cooperation of local residents in facilitating the smooth execution of these undertakings. He also stated that the government is contemplating the establishment of a medical college in Udalguri district and has directed the relevant department to refrain from felling large trees at the proposed site unless absolutely necessary. Trees currently located at the site are to be relocated and replanted elsewhere, he added. Sarma stated that during the Prime Minister's forthcoming visit on September 8, he would arrive in Mangaldoi in the afternoon following his participation in a programme at Numaligarh. Additionally, the Prime Minister is expected to attend the birth centenary celebrations of Bharat Ratna Bhupen Hazarika. The Chief Minister was accompanied by MP and Assam BJP President Dilip Saikia, MLAs Paramananda Rajbongshi, Diganta Kalita and Basanta Das, Chairman of the Assam Fisheries Development Corporation Gurujyoti Das, the District Commissioner, and several other senior officials. (ANI)
