AIUDF demanded CM Himanta Biswa Sarma’s resignation and President’s Rule, alleging targeted evictions against Bengali-speaking Muslims in Upper Assam. The party accused the government of communal politics for electoral gains, urged court intervention, and sought compensation and rehabilitation for evicted…
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma defended granting arms licences to indigenous people in vulnerable border areas like South Salmara and Mankachar, citing security needs. Licences will be issued selectively under legal provisions to address threats from infiltration, communal tensions, and other…
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said BJP will not contest against BTR leaders Pramod Boro and Hagrama Mohilary in upcoming polls, aiming for inclusive, democratic participation in the region.
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that over 10,000 performers from 26 districts will showcase the Bodo folk dance Bagurumba this November, following record-setting Bihu and Jhumoir events. Cultural Affairs Minister Bimal Bora reviewed preparations, including costumes, instruments, and trainers, aiming…
The Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) accused CM Himanta Biswa Sarma of pushing the Assamese community into crisis through divisive politics to protect his career. At a Guwahati press meet, AJP leaders Lurinjyoti Gogoi and Jagadish Bhuyan alleged BJP’s unfulfilled promises,…
The Guwahati Municipal Corporation has urged residents not to spit in public, warning it spreads tuberculosis and other diseases. The civic body stressed that TB bacteria can stay airborne for hours, posing serious health risks.
Basistha police intercepted a Tata Nexon near Beharbari, finding eight goats inside and no documents. Two occupants and a third man with another goat were detained. Nine goats and the vehicle were seized, and legal action is in progress.
BPF chief Hagrama Mohilary said he has no objection to uniting with UPPL ahead of BTR polls but insisted on written commitments over verbal assurances. Community bodies including ABSU and Bodo Sahitya Sabha urged both parties to hold talks before…
Assam's small tea growers face a 30% fall in production and low green leaf prices, often just ₹18–₹22 per kg. The Jorhat Small Tea Growers Association urged the government to fix a minimum support price, like paddy, to protect livelihoods…
APCC chief Gaurav Gogoi, during his first visit to Tinsukia, said Congress will not allow atrocities on Assamese people over alleged illegal immigration. He challenged CM Himanta Biswa Sarma to reveal the number of Bangladeshi nationals deported and accused the…