Dilip Saikia said the NDA remains committed to implementing 33% reservation for women, a day after Narendra Modi addressed the nation on the Bill’s defeat. He stated the government would ensure women’s reservation by the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, even…
A serious sanitation issue has emerged in Lumding Railway Colony, where garbage accumulation near the United Club has created unhygienic conditions and environmental pollution. Residents allege poor waste management by the Northeast Frontier Railway, with irregular cleaning leading to repeated…
Leader of Opposition Debabrata Saikia alleged major security lapses in the strongroom storing election materials for Demow, Sivasagar, and Nazira constituencies. In a letter to the observer, he claimed rooms were secured with a single lock, violating Election Commission of…
Himanta Biswa Sarma accused Mamata Banerjee of diverting state resources to “Bangladeshi infiltrators” and called for her removal from power while addressing a rally in Kalimpong. He claimed infiltration continues in West Bengal and promised strict action, including expelling illegal…
A day after the Women’s Reservation Bill was defeated in the Lok Sabha, a sharp political confrontation erupted in Assam between Congress and BJP leaders. APCC chief Gaurav Gogoi accused the BJP of using the Bill to advance political control…
The Lok Sabha rejected the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill after it failed to secure the required two-thirds majority, receiving 298 votes in favour and 230 against. The Bill proposed expanding seats and implementing 33% reservation for women, linked to delimitation…
IIT Guwahati celebrated 20 years of the Rural Technology Action Group (RuTAG), highlighting its impact in delivering affordable technologies to rural communities across Northeast India. Since 2006, the initiative has developed innovations like improved tools for farmers and artisans, solar-powered…
Gauhati University has granted autonomous status to Gauhati Commerce College for five years (2026–27 to 2030–31), based on approval from the University Grants Commission. The status allows the college to design its own curriculum, conduct exams, and manage academic functions…
All Assam Youth Union (AAYU) has lodged an FIR at Dispur Police Station against Marmita Mitra, accusing her of insulting and defaming Zubeen Garg during a Rongali Bihu performance. The complaint alleges her rendition was intentionally disrespectful and aimed at…
All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) president Utpal Sarma criticised singer Marmita Mitra for allegedly distorting songs of Zubeen Garg during Bihu performances, calling it unacceptable. He warned against altering works of cultural icons like Bhupen Hazarika, Jyoti Prasad Agarwala, and…