While the efforts are on to rescue the workers trapped in the coal mine at 3 Kilo Coal Quarry in Umrangso area of Assam, second body was recovered recently. Earlier on January 8, rescue teams recovered first body identified as Ganga Bahadur Shreth from an inundated rat-hole mine. At least 9 workers were trapped inside the coal mine after a tragic flood incident on January 06. Joint operation launched by Indian Army, SDRF, NDRF and Assam Rifles was soon joined by Indian Navy. High capacity pumps were employed by the teams to fasten the rescue operation. Second body was recovered on January 11, after water level decreased rapidly in the mine. Water level in the mine reduced by 6 metres after 5 pumps worked overnight: NDRF Inspector. Inspector Roshan Kumar Singh, Team Commander, NDRF, said, “We check the water level every morning. And when we were doing that, we saw a body floating. So we took it out at around 7:30 am. The water level has been reduced by 6 metres. 5 pumps were working overnight. The operation is going on 24 hours.”
11 January,2025 01:21 PM IST
The tragic Assam coal mine tragedy that occurred on the morning of January 6 at the Assam Coal Quarry, located in Dima Hasao district has sparked a sense of urgency, with everyone hoping for the safe recovery of those still trapped. After nearly 48 hours of intense efforts, rescuers recovered a body from the mine on January 8. An eyewitness, a former miner whose brother was among those trapped, described the chaotic scene. The incident reportedly happened around 7 a.m., when flooding trapped at least nine miners inside the coal mine. The flooding is suspected to have been caused by the opening of an underground water channel. Following the incident, rescue operations were launched immediately. By January 7, teams from the Indian Army, Air Force, Navy, Assam Rifles, NDRF, SDRF, and other agencies had joined the effort, deploying specialized equipment and medical teams to assist in the rescue. Deep divers from the Indian Navy were also brought in to help with the operation. As the rescue mission continues, teams are working around the clock, using advanced equipment to navigate the flooded mine and ensure the safety of the remaining miners.
08 January,2025 12:34 PM IST
Rescuers recovered a body from a coal mine in Assam’s Dima Hasao district on 8th January Wednesday, nearly 48 hours after at least nine workers were trapped due to flooding. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed the recovery, saying on X, "21 Para divers have just recovered a lifeless body from the bottom of the well. Our thoughts and prayers are with the grieving family." The rescue operation began on January 6, when the miners were trapped following a flood in the coal mine in the Umrangso area of Dima Hasao. By January 7, teams from the Indian Army, Air Force, Navy, Assam Rifles, NDRF, SDRF, and other agencies joined the efforts, with specialized equipment and medical teams deployed to assist in the ongoing operation. At least nine miners were feared trapped after the flooding incident, and the rescue teams have been working tirelessly to recover them.
08 January,2025 10:26 AM IST
A grade L1 fire erupted in the ONGC colony of Bandra East today on Saturday. The incident took place at around 2:36 pm and it gutted around 20 to 25 huts. "The blaze was reported to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) at 2:59 pm," the officials said. Following the information, the Mumbai Fire Brigade officials rushed to the spot and declared the blaze to be a Level I fire call at 2:57 pm, they said. So far no injuries have been reported in the incident, the officials said.
04 January,2025 04:57 PM IST
On December 3, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi made a big impact in the Lok Sabha with his speech, bringing up the topic of the "mangalsutra" debate. He raised this issue during his address, which caught the attention of many. In his speech, MP Gaurav Gogoi also criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his controversial decision of demonetisation in 2016. He questioned the effectiveness of the policy and highlighted its negative effects on the common people. Gogoi’s remarks sparked strong reactions, as he accused the government of causing hardships to ordinary citizens through such decisions. Watch the video fopr more information.
04 December,2024 10:42 AM IST
As Diwali approaches, the Kumar community in Nimati Bhitor Kokila Kumar Gaon, Assam, is struggling to keep their 200-year-old pottery tradition alive. This art, which used to be a main source of income, is now at risk of disappearing. The Kumar people are known for making clay utensils along the Brahmaputra River, but modern competition and a lack of resources are making it hard for them to survive. About 120 families live in the village, most of whom are below the poverty line, facing significant economic challenges. They also struggle to get the special clay needed for pottery and receive little support from the government. Without immediate help, the rich cultural heritage of the Kumar community could be lost forever, leaving them in a shadow of uncertainty
24 October,2024 01:53 PM IST
Ripun Bora resigned from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), saying that although he admired Mamata Banerjee's leadership and hoped to fight the BJP in Assam through the party, he realized that the people of Assam view TMC as a regional party from Bengal and do not support it. Bora joined TMC in 2022, expecting it to help intensify the fight against BJP. However, he found that continuing with TMC would not be effective because the party is not accepted by the people of Assam. He felt that staying in TMC would be a waste of time and energy, and thus decided to leave in search of a more effective platform to challenge the BJP.
02 September,2024 04:39 PM IST
In Assam, political unrest has followed a recent decision by the state assembly. The assembly decided to cancel a two-hour break for Namaz, which had been set aside to ease government work. This move was approved by all MLAs. Tejashwi Yadav, the former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, criticized Assam’s Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, calling him the ‘Chinese version of Yogi’—a reference to Indian Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Yadav’s comment implies a negative comparison between the two leaders. In response, Chief Minister Sarma dismissed Yadav’s remarks, stating that his administration will continue its work regardless of criticism. He emphasized that the focus should remain on progress rather than reacting to comments.
01 September,2024 01:19 PM IST
After the henious Kolkata rape horror that gained nationwide eyeballs, another rape incident took place in Assam. In a tragic incident, a 14-year-old minor girl was allegedly gang-raped by 3 persons in Nagaon’s Dhing area on August 22. The heinous crime took place while the victim was returning home from tuition classes. Meanwhile, Police recovered the body of the prime accused who allegedly escaped from police custody, jumped into a pond and died on August 24. The police narrated the entire incident about how things unfolded and what led to the death of the prime accused of the heinous crime. Just like Kolkata rape horror, Assam rape case has created a nationwide stir. Watch video.
25 August,2024 12:14 PM IST
The flood situation in Assam's Barpeta district is still grim, as over 1.35 lakh people have been affected. Many flood-affected people have been forced to live along with domestic animals on higher lands after the flood waters inundated their houses. Assam floods over the past month has resulted in the loss of life, extensive damage to infrastructure, road closures, crop destruction, and livestock loss. Approximately 500 families live in the Rowmari Pathar area, and most have lost their lands and homes due to erosion and flood problems. The current flood has affected nearly 140,000 people and submerged 179 villages in the district.
06 July,2024 05:55 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
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