APCC president Gaurav Gogoi on Monday urged the BJP-led Assam government to prioritize public welfare and ensure women’s safety in the state. Ahead of the swearing-in ceremony of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Gogoi said the government must fulfil people’s…
Former Assam Opposition Leader Debabrata Saikia congratulated Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma on the NDA’s victory in the 2026 Assam Assembly elections and wished him a successful and people-oriented tenure as Chief Minister. In a letter, Saikia also urged the government…
Himanta Biswa Sarma has been unanimously elected as the leader of the BJP and NDA Legislature Party, clearing the way for his second consecutive term as Assam Chief Minister. The decision was taken during a meeting of BJP legislators and…
A total of 455 out of 722 candidates who contested the Assam Assembly elections have forfeited their security deposits after failing to secure more than one-sixth of the valid votes in their constituencies. The list includes candidates from major parties…
The Assam BJP has backed the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the State. BJP State president Dilip Saikia said the matter would be discussed with NDA allies after the new government assumes office on May 12. Saikia…
A NITI Aayog report has revealed that Assam has made major progress in school infrastructure over the past decade, with sharp improvements in electricity, toilets, computers and internet connectivity in schools. Electricity coverage in schools increased from 20.1% to 88.8%,…
Nagaon Police have arrested three more accused in connection with the Morikolong dacoity case that led to the death of a woman injured during the robbery. The arrested persons were identified as Rajibur Rehman, Rejak Ali and Nur Hussain Ali…
Dibrugarh Police have arrested three persons for allegedly running an extortion racket in the name of banned outfit ULFA(I) and demanding Rs 60 lakh from a doctor in Moran. The accused were identified as Krishna Moni Chetia, Jintu Gogoi, and…
Narendra Modi will visit Guwahati on May 12 to attend the oath-taking ceremony of the new Assam Government, prompting city police to issue a traffic advisory. Traffic restrictions will remain in force from 9 am to 2 pm across several…
Employees of State Bank of India have announced a two-day nationwide strike on May 25 and 26, demanding resolution of issues related to staffing, security and working conditions. The employees’ association is seeking immediate recruitment for messenger posts, deployment of…