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Journo meet in Margherita

Margherita journalist Association gearing up to hold its 12th Bi-Annual convention in January 15. Talking to Assam Times the journalists body said that the event will take place on January 17. The day long event will be held at Ledo,Shankardev High School premises.

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Army’s 15th Kumaon (Indore) camping at Segunbari in Margherita organized a three month’s training  for the Youths of Margherita which concluded on Thursday. The participants on Friday will join a recruitment rally with all help.  
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