KOKRAJHAR: Caught in a grim poverty, a person committed suicide along with his kid in Kokrajhar on Tuesday.
The shocking incident took place in Sakakati area where local villagers recovered the bodies of father and son were recovered in the morning.
Talking to Assam Times, local residents said Chandan Mardi had a quarrel with his wife at night and went out with his 2 year old kid and fell down on the rail track allowing them to be crushed to dead.
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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