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Time of India
30-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
DC leads blood donation drive as Jorhat celebrates 42nd District Day
Dibrugarh: Jorhat DC Jay Shivani led by example as he rolled up his sleeves and donated blood at the Jorhat Medical College and Hospital (JMCH) on Monday, officially launching the blood donation campaign as part of the 42nd Jorhat District Day celebrations from June 30 to July 3. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The DC's gesture was aimed at encouraging voluntary blood donation and raising awareness about the critical need for blood supplies in the district's healthcare facilities. His participation set the tone for what organisers hope will be a successful four-day celebration marking Jorhat's establishment as an independent district. "Blood donation is a noble act. I urge all eligible citizens to come forward and donate blood. This simple act of kindness can save precious lives and strengthen our community's spirit of service. Blood donation is one of the most meaningful ways we can contribute to society, and there's no better time than during our District Day celebrations to demonstrate this commitment," Shivani said after donating blood at JMCH. The JMCH camp saw enthusiastic participation from college students, govt employees, and social workers. The blood donation initiative extended beyond the district headquarters, as a simultaneous camp was organised at the Primary Health Centre in Mariani on Monday. Building on Monday's momentum, two additional blood donation camps are scheduled for Tuesday. One will be held at the First Referral Unit (FRU) in Teok, while another will take place at the sub-divisional hospital in Titabar. "We have strategically placed these camps at key healthcare facilities to maximise participation and ensure the collected blood reaches where it's needed most. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The response from volunteers has been encouraging, and we expect even greater participation in the coming days," a health official said. The blood donation drive is among several events planned to commemorate Jorhat's 42nd District Day. On July 1, 1983, Jorhat (then a sub-division) was carved out of Sivasagar district and made into a separate district. The district administration has lined up cultural performances, literary events, and sports competitions to mark the occasion. Local artists, students, and community groups will participate in festivities showcasing Jorhat's rich heritage.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Time of India
Elderly man killed, wife injured in Golaghat attack
Dibrugarh: An unidentified assailant brutally murdered a 65-year-old man and left his wife fighting for her life at their home in Buragaon village in Golaghat district on Tuesday morning. The victim, identified as Soneswar Gogoi, was found dead in a pool of blood in his courtyard, while his 62-year-old wife Devi Gogoi was discovered critically injured at their house in the Badulipar area. The duo was found in that state by their niece, who lives nearby and had come to check on the couple after hearing some sound. According to locals, the elderly couple was alone at home when the attack occurred. They suspect that assailant first attacked Devi Gogoi with a sharp weapon, before turning on her husband and then fleeing the scene. "We suspect that the woman was attacked first, followed by her husband, who the assailant ran into in the courtyard while trying to escape," a local said. Devi Gogoi was rushed to Jorhat Medical College and Hospital in a critical condition. Doctors attending to her said she suffered severe injuries from a sharp weapon. The incident sparked immediate outrage among locals, who blocked the Kargil martyr Capt Jintu Gogoi Road in protest. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Angry villagers raised slogans against the police, accusing law enforcement of failing to protect the people. According to locals, this is the fourth murder in Buragaon village in the last two years and two of the earlier victims — a husband and wife duo — were close relatives of Soneswar Gogoi. A police team from Dergaon, led by sub-inspector Buddhijit Saikia, has launched an investigation. Officers have collected blood samples from the crime scene along with other forensic evidence that could help identify the perpetrator.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Time of India
25-yr-old dies following brutal attack after Bihu programme
1 2 Dibrugarh: A 25-year-old man, Bedanga Bhushan Baruah , succumbed to his injuries in the early hours of Tuesday after he was brutally attacked by a group of youths after a Bihu programme in Jorhat on Sunday night. The incident, which took place at Chandan Nagar in Jorhat, saw Bedanga, a member of the Bihu organising committee, confront some youths for creating a disturbance near the programme venue, where thousands had gathered to watch the event. According to eyewitnesses, the youths were allegedly drunk and were causing a ruckus near the Bihu pandal. Bedanga, upon hearing the commotion, reprimanded them, before asking them to either behave or leave the area. Believing the situation had been resolved, Baruah returned to the programme. However, the group apparently waited in the dark till the event was over, before ambushing Bedanga at an isolated stretch while he was going home. The assault, which was captured on a nearby CCTV camera, showed the attackers repeatedly hitting Bedanga, before fleeing the scene. Severely injured, the 25-year-old was rushed to Jorhat Medical College and Hospital (JMCH) and was later shifted to Jorhat Christian Medical Centre (Mission Hospital) for emergency treatment. Despite undergoing a complicated brain surgery late on Monday night, Bedanga passed away in the early hours of Tuesday. Addressing reporters, Jorhat additional SP (Crime) Kakoli Banya Boruah said nine individuals had been detained in connection with the incident. The accused have been identified as Abdul Noor (Riju), Rohit Rajput, Abidur Rahman, Pranab Gowala, Babu Ali, Ashwajit Baruah, Debojit Baruah, Bikash Chetri and Ramzan Khan. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Moose Approaches Girl At Bus Stop And Nudges Her To Follow - Watch What Happens Happy in Shape Undo "All of them belong to nearby localities. Further investigation is on and more people are likely to be arrested. We are committed to ensuring justice for the victim and his family," she said. A formal case has already been registered by Baruah's father, a retired govt official, at Lichubari police outpost. The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with locals condemning the rising culture of hooliganism during public events. Many have taken to social media, demanding strict punishment for the perpetrators.
