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Assam Pushes Back 15 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals: CM Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday said that 15 illegal Bangladeshi nationals were pushed back as part of the state’s crackdown on infiltration. Sharing the update on X, Sarma said the action reflects the government’s firm commitment to…

Raijor Dal Releases Manifesto for 2026 Assam Assembly Polls

Raijor Dal president and MLA Akhil Gogoi on Sunday unveiled the party’s manifesto for the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, pledging a prosperous and secure Assam. Key promises include assured MSP for over 20 crops, support for small industries, a ₹5,000…

GMC Holds Cleanliness Drives and Health Camps on Assam CM’s Birthday

Marking the Assam Chief Minister’s birthday, the Guwahati Municipal Corporation conducted cleanliness drives and health camps across the city. Special cleaning programmes were held at Rupnagar locations, while a health camp for Safai Karmis and GMC staff was organised at…

Northeast Government Employees Unite to Demand Restoration of Old Pension Scheme

Government employees’ organisations from across the Northeast on Sunday formed a joint platform to demand restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS). The decision was taken at the North East Leaders’ Meet in Guwahati, attended by representatives from six northeastern…

DPR for Four-Lane Baihata Chariali–Tezpur Highway Nears Completion

The Detailed Project Report for upgrading the Baihata Chariali–Tezpur stretch of NH-15 to four lanes is at an advanced stage, according to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. The upgrade has been sought due to rising traffic and accident-prone…

Pakistan to Skip India Match in Group A of ICC T20 World Cup 2026

Pakistan will not play against India in their Group A match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on February 15, following a decision by the Pakistan government. While clearance has been given for the team to travel to…

Cultural Procession Marks Day Two of ATEA Central Conference in Margherita

The second day of the 63rd triennial Central Conference of the Assam Tea Employees’ Association in Margherita was marked by cultural celebrations highlighting the unity of the tea garden community. The day began with flag hoisting and tributes, followed by…

Union Budget 2026–27 Highlights Strong Push for Northeast, Assam

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her record ninth consecutive Union Budget on Sunday, outlining a growth-focused and inclusive roadmap for 2026–27. The Budget places strong emphasis on the Northeast, especially Assam, with initiatives in healthcare, tourism, agriculture, fisheries and urban…

CM Sarma Expects Higher Tax Devolution for Assam in Union Budget

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday expressed hope that the Union Budget 2026–27 would allocate a higher share of tax devolution to the state than last year. He said states now focus more on overall revenue transfers than…

Umrangso Sees Massive Rally Against Alleged Sale of Tribal Land

Hundreds of people staged a protest rally in Umrangso on Saturday against the alleged transfer of tribal land and natural resources to private corporates under the Sixth Schedule. Organised by the Congress, APHLC, and united opposition parties, the rally marched…

NH-38 Blocked in Digboi Over Delays and Safety Concerns

Normal traffic on NH-38 was disrupted on Saturday after residents of Digboi’s Golai area blocked the highway, protesting delays and safety hazards caused by ongoing road widening work. Local youth leader Amit Dutta accused executing agencies of negligence, citing dust,…

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