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Guwahati, Oct 7: In an emotional appeal, Garima Saikia Garg, wife of late cultural icon Zubeen Garg, questioned the growing absence of empathy and humanity surrounding the investigation into her husband's death. "Why are the Singapore people not cooperating? Why are we losing humanity?" Garima told the press on Tuesday, her voice heavy with grief. Her words captured the pain and frustration of a family and a state still searching for answers 19 days after losing one of Assam's most beloved icons. Garima said that while she and her family still believe in the legal process, the slow pace and lack of transparency have caused deep distress. "We just want to know what happened that day and why we had to lose a person like Zubeen. People shouldn't do politics over this. There are too many distractions, and it's turning into a mess," she said, urging everyone to set aside agendas. Calling Zubeen a "man of rare clarity and kindness", she added, "Zubeen was a simple person without complications. We still believe the authorities are following the right path and will deliver justice. But it has to be fast! The fire is still burning to know what really happened. We will only be at peace once we know the truth." Her emotional remarks highlighted a growing sentiment among Garg's fans and well-wishers who have repeatedly appealed for a fair, swift and transparent investigation. "He gave so much to everyone and he loved everyone. Why is he being neglected now? Everyone should cooperate," she said. Garima's call for compassion also reflected her disappointment at the indifference she feels has clouded the investigation process. "Zubeen was for everyone, and the world is realising it now. But in this moment, I just want to see humanity and not politics, not silence," she said. Despite her sorrow, Garima shared that she is continuing Garg's creative legacy by completing his unfinished film project Roi Roi Binale, which was scheduled for release on October 31. "A bit of patchwork was left. After editing, we realised a few scenes needed to be done. We were supposed to finish it after Zubeen's return on September 21. Things didn't remain the same, but now we're completing it because that's what he wanted," she said. Meanwhile, a member from Singapore Assam Association, Rupkamal Kalita, visited the CID office on Tuesday to cooperate on the ongoing investigation into the circumstances that led to Garg's death. Kalita was one of the eleven people who was in the yacht in Singapore with Zubeen on that fateful day.
Guwahati: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Assam police on Friday arrested another two persons including Sekharjyoti Goswami and Amritprabha Mahanta regarding the probe related to death of singer Zubeen Garg. The SIT produced the two in the court. The court remanded the duo to 14-day custody of the SIT. While Sekharjyoti Goswami is a member of Zubeen's band, Amritprabha Mahanta is a singer who was to perform in the North East India Festival at Singapore. Both of them were in the yach ...Read More >
Guwahati, October 4: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) of Assam Police, which is probing the death of iconic singer Zubeen Garg, on Saturday recorded the statements of his wife, Garima Saikia Garg, and sister, Palmee Borthakur. Confirming the development, Investigating Officer Moramee Das said: "I recorded the statements of Garima Saikia Garg and Palmee Borthakur today. Since the investigation is in progress, I cannot make further comments at this stage." Zubeen Garg passed away on September 19 in Singapore, where he had gone to participate in the fourth edition of the North East India Fes ...Read More >
Zubeen Garg Guwahati: Even as Singapore Police is conducting its own investigation into the death of Zubeen Garg, who drowned while swimming in the sea on Sept 19, the Assam Police SIT remains in a limbo -- still waiting for a formal response from the country to its request through the MHA, seeking crucial evidence under the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT).On Sept 30, India invoked the MLAT with Singapore -- a bilateral agreement that enables cross-border evidence sharing -- seeking CCTV fo ...Read More >
Rahul Gandhi arrives in Guwahati to honor the late singer Zubeen Garg. He will visit Garg's resting place and meet his family. Meanwhile, the Baksa region faces unrest after clashes erupted when accused in Garg's death case were moved. Police have cancelled leaves and suspended internet services. The Chief Minister stated a team will travel to Singapore for justice. Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, will arrive in Guwahati on Friday to pay tribute to the late singer Zubeen Gar ...Read More >
Guwahati: Two high-ranking officers from the Assam Police, Special DGP and SIT chief MP Gupta, along with Titabor Co-District SP Tarun Goel, travelled to Singapore from Guwahati on Monday to investigate the death of Zubeen Garg, who died in the island country last month.The investigation is being conducted by the SIT formed under the CID of Assam Police, after more than 60 FIRs were filed across the state concerning the incident. Gupta is leading the nine-member SIT, with Goel as one of its members.According to sources, the team will visit the location where Zubeen reportedly took his last bre ...Read More >
Guwahati: The Kamrup (Metro) Chief Judicial Magistrate's Court on Tuesday began proceedings in the Zubeen Garg death case, marking its shift from investigation to trial. All seven accused appeared via video conferencing after the Assam Police Criminal Investigation Department(CID) warned of potential law-and-order issues if they were produced physically. Government advocate Pradip Konwar said the court initially ordered physical production but allowed virtual appearance following a special plea by the CID citing security concerns. The court clarified that virtual production applies only at ...Read More >
Aditya Tiwari's journey as a single father to Avnish, a child with Down syndrome, showcases resilience, love, and advocacy for disability rights in India. On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, observed annually on December 3rd, we celebrate stories of resilience and advocacy that inspire change. One such story is that of Aditya Tiwari, a single father who adopted Avnish, a child with Down syndrome. Since 2016, their journey has not only highlighted the challenges faced by single male parents in India but also served as a beacon of hope for many. Aditya's journey began on Sep ...Read More >
Kolkata: The past week in West Bengal has been nothing short of a political theatre of the absurd, with the Trinamool Congress (TMC) descending into public infighting over one of the most sensitive issues, gang rape. What should have been an occasion for empathy, justice, and responsible leadership has instead turned into an embarrassing spectacle, exposing the party's deep-rooted lack of accountability and a shocking disregard for survivors of sexual violence. The trigger for this latest round of controversy was the appalling gang rape of a law student from South Calcutta Law College. Inste ...Read More >
Guwahati: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday said that this is singer Zubeen Garg's Assam, and we cannot let it turn into another Nepal. Following the mysterious death of an iconic singer last week in Singapore Assam is mourning and the state is restive. Social media is full of posts seeking justice for Garg. Recently Nepal witnessed generation z protests. Allegations have been levelled against Shyamkanu Mahanta, Siddharth Sharma and Shekhar Goswami with multiple FIRs filed aga ...Read More >
Guwahati, Sept 29 (UNI) The Assam government has submitted a formal request to the Ministry of Home Affairs to invoke the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) with Singapore regarding the investigation into the death of renowned singer Zubeen Garg. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on social media that invoking the MLAT will facilitate cooperation from Singaporean authorities, enabling access to case details and assistance in bringing the accused to justice. Zubeen Garg's family filed a complaint with the Assam police on Saturday, seeking a thorough investigation into the circums ...Read More >
Guwahati: Assam Congress President Gaurav Gogoi has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging his direct intervention and oversight in the investigation into the sudden and tragic death of celebrated singer Zubeen Garg. In his letter on Tuesday, Gogoi called for an urgent, transparent, and impartial probe, monitored by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), to ensure justice is delivered. Gogoi specifically requested that the Special Investigation Team (SIT), formed by the Assam Police to investigate the case, operate under the supervision of the PMO. He also appealed for the protection o ...Read More >
Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said a judicial commission will be formed to probe the death of the state's cultural icon Zubeen Garg. The commission will be headed by Justice Soumitra Saikia of the Gauhati High Court, he said in a Facebook live. "We will form the commission tomorrow. Now, we request all the people who have any information or videos related to Zubeen Garg's death to come forward and depose in front of the commission," he added. Garg died under mysterious circumstances in Singapore on September 19 while swimming in the sea. He had gone to the Sou ...Read More >
Investigations into the death of Indian singer Zubeen Garg, who drowned on September 19 off St John's Island in Singapore, may take up to three more months, Singapore police said. Garg, 52, was in Singapore as a cultural brand ambassador for the North East India Festival. Once investigations conclude, findings will be submitted to the State Coroner, who may decide on holding a Coroner's Inquiry. Investigations into the death of popular Indian singer and songwriter Zubeen Garg may take up to anot ...Read More >
India will observe National Doctor's Day on July 1. The day acknowledges doctors' dedication. The 2025 theme is 'Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers?'. It highlights the mental health of doctors. The day commemorates Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy. He was a physician and former Chief Minister of West Bengal. Events will include ceremonies and campaigns. India marks National Doctor's Day on July 1 every year to recognise the tireless service, dedication, and compassion of the country's medical profess ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: In an era when student safety has become an urgent concern, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi's proactive launch of the 'Shaktishree' initiative on Saturday evening appears not only timely but also visionary. The programme, unveiled in response to the recent tragic incident involving a girl student at FM College, Balasore, aims at the physical and mental empowerment of girl students -- striking a delicate yet determined balance between compassion and structural reform. According to experts, at its heart, Shaktishree is a forward-thinking approach to nurturing both the phys ...Read More >
Assam Police warned against fake messages about an internet shutdown, assuring no such plans exist and vowing action against misinformation spreaders. This comes as the state mourns singer Zubeen Garg's mysterious death, prompting multiple FIRs and a SIT probe, with musician Shekhar Jyoti Goswami detained for questioning. Guwahati: The Assam Police on Friday warned against "fake messages" being circulated by mischief mongers about the internet shutdown in the state and said that people should no ...Read More >
Guwahati: Zubeen Garg's wife, Garima, on Monday said she wants to know what exactly happened that led to his death in Singapore on Sept 19 despite the presence of manager Siddharth Sharma, drummer Shekhar Jyoti Goswami, and North East India Festival organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta and why she was kept in the dark after the incident.She said, "I did not understand how Shyamkanu Mahanta treated Zubeen in Singapore. Neither security was provided, nor was there any medical assistance for Zubeen. There was also no proper arrangement for his accommodation."Garima added that everyone present, including S ...Read More >
Guwahati, Oct 8 (PTI) Zubee Garg's cousin and Assam Police DSP Sandipan Garg was apprehended on Wednesday in connection with the singer's death in Singapore last month, taking the total number of arrests in the case to five, a senior officer said. The DSP was remanded to seven-day police custody by the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) of Kamrup Metropolitan district, he said. A special investigation team under the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Assam Police is probing into the singer's death. The police will also issue fresh summonses to 10 people associated with the Assam As ...Read More >
Guwahati: Nine people have been arrested so far in connection with the violence that erupted during the transfer of five individuals accused in the Zubeen Garg death case to a jail in Assam's Baksa district, police said on Saturday. According to Baksa Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Ujjal Pratim Baruah, several other people involved in the unrest have been identified, and a search is underway to apprehend them. "We have arrested nine people so far. More have been identified. Some of the accused are absconding, but we will apprehend them soon. We have taken this investigation very serio ...Read More >
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Thursday conducted raids against Zubeen Garg's manager in Assam days after the singer's death, sources told India Today. Premises linked to Zubeen Garg's manager, Siddharth Sharma, were searched in Guwahati's Datalpara. According to sources, CID officials arrived at the complex in the morning and remained stationed outside the three-storey building for nearly two hours before initiating the raid. The search, conducted in the presence of a magistrate, target ...Read More >
Guwahati: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday announced that the state govt has formally initiated the process to invoke the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) with Singapore in connection with the death of singer Zubeen Garg, paving the way for cross-border legal cooperation."We have requested MHA to invoke the MLAT. Once invoked, this will ensure full cooperation from Singaporean authorities -- giving us access to case details and assistance to bring back the accused and secure justice. The next 48 to 72 hours are going to be critical," Sarma said in reference to one of the ...Read More >
Guwahati (PTI): Musician Shakharjyoti Goswami and singer Amritprabha Mahanta were arrested on Thursday in connection with the death of singer Zubeen Garg, police said. Garg's musician Goswami and singer Amritprabha, who were present at the spot when the incident happened, were called for interrogation during the day and later arrested, they said. "We have found some evidence against them. So, to enquire further, their arrest was necessary," an officer said. With this, four persons were arrested in the case, including Garg's manager Siddharth Sharma and festival organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta, ...Read More >
New Delhi: Shyamkanu Mahanta, organiser of the Northeast India Festival, who was arrested in connection with the death case of singer Zubeen Garg, has approached the Supreme Court seeking transfer of the investigation from Assam Police's Special Investigation Team (SIT) to a central agency such as the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) or the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Mahanta, who has been arrested by the Assam CID, has also sought the appointment of a retired Supreme Court judge to monitor and supervise the investigation pertaining to the death of the singer. In the petition, ...Read More >
Guwahati: Assam CID on Friday sent notices to people present during or aware of the circumstances surrounding singer Zubeen Garg's death in Singapore. They have been directed to to appear within 10 days, a senior official said. The Special Investigating Team (SIT), searched the residence of North East India Festival organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta for the second consecutive day. "Investigation into Garg's death is continuing. Today, we served notices to all persons familiar with the incidents leading to his death. They have to come and give their statements within 10 days," the officer, who did ...Read More >
Guwahati, Oct 18 (PTI) Nine people have been arrested so far in connection with violence during the shifting of five accused in Zubeen Garg's death case to a jail in Assam's Baksa district, police said on Saturday. Several others involved in the violence have been identified, and a search is underway to arrest them, Baksa senior superintendent of police (SSP) Ujjal Pratim Baruah said. "We have arrested nine people so far. More have been identified. Some of the accused are absconding but we will apprehend them soon. We have taken this investigation very seriously, and a team is taking it forw ...Read More >
The Kamrup (Metro) chief judicial magistrate's court on Tuesday, December 16, began the proceedings in the high-profile death case of singer and cultural icon Zubeen Garg, moving the matter from the investigation phase into the judicial arena. All seven accused were produced not in person, but via video conferencing, a calibrated decision by the court after the Assam Police's Criminal Investigation Department (CID) warned of possible law-and-order complications if they were brought physically to the court complex. The CID had filed a special plea seeking permission for virtual production, cit ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], October 18 (ANI): A month after the demise of popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg in Singapore, the Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma informed that the police have apprehended a man from Nagaon district for posting a controversial video on social media related to Garg's demise. Noted singer Zubeen Garg died in Singapore on September 19, allegedly while swimming, a day before he was scheduled to perform at the Northeast India Festival. In a post on X on Friday, the Chief Minister said that the accused, identified as 27-year-old Md Injamul Hoque, son of Late Rowsot U ...Read More >
Guwahati, Oct 22: Assam's Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Debabrata Saikia has urged the Gauhati High Court to direct the state government to abolish the one-man judicial commission probing the death of singer Zubeen Garg, arguing that it conflicts with and duplicates the ongoing Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe. In a detailed letter addressed to the Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court, the senior Congress leader called for the formation of a Special Bench to supervise and monitor the investigation into the late artist's death, being conducted by a nine-member SIT under the Criminal Inve ...Read More >
New Delhi: Senior-most Supreme Court judge Justice Surya Kant on Friday said technology is a powerful ally, but justice will always be a profoundly human enterprise. He was delivering the keynote address during the inauguration ceremony of the 29th National Law Conference organised by the Bar Association of Sri Lanka at Kandy. Justice Surya Kant said technology has become a force multiplier for the judiciary and court administration, and the once paper-heavy corridors of the judicial offices are now being replaced by dashboards that track filings, listings and pendency in real time. Speakin ...Read More >
Guwahati: Raijor Dal president and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi launched a blistering attack on Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, alleging that he was "staging a drama in the name of justice" over the death of singer Zubeen Garg. Gogoi said "that the investigation into the case has been reduced to a political spectacle intended to sway public sentiment ahead of the upcoming election," reports The Assam Tribune. Gogoi alleged that CM Sarma's recent remarks about declaring Zubeen Garg's death a "murder case" and promising a chargesheet by December 8 were "nothing but theatrics" meant to w ...Read More >