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Sharmila Bhuyan, currently a District Judge in Baksa, has been appointed by the Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court to lead a fast-track sessions court for the Zubeen Garg death case. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced this significant step, stating it marks a milestone in the pursuit of justice for the late singer, Zubeen Garg. Sarma emphasized that this move will expedite judicial proceedings and expressed gratitude to Justice Ashutosh Kumar for his support in this initiative. The Assam Cabinet had previously approved the formation of this dedicated Sessions Court on February 27, 2023, under Section 346(1)…

The recent induction of Nagaon MP Pradyut Bordoloi into the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has sparked political reactions, with the Indian National Congress labeling the move as "unfortunate." Congress leader Supriya Shrinate criticized Bordoloi for his past, calling him a "corrupt and manipulative powerbroker," which has raised questions about his transition to the BJP. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra expressed regret over Bordoloi's departure, suggesting it stemmed from dissatisfaction with ticket allocations. Congress MP Imran Masood condemned Bordoloi’s resignation as a compromise of ideology, noting his previous victory in a constituency with a significant Muslim population and pledging efforts to persuade him…

The formal induction of Pradyut Bordoloi into the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has prompted discussions regarding the future political trajectory of his son, Parteek Bordoloi, who remains affiliated with the Indian National Congress (INC) in Assam. Parteek currently holds the position of Co-Chairman of the Social Media Department within the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee and is the party's candidate for the Margherita constituency, which is notably recognized as his father's political bastion. Addressing the unfolding situation, Pradyut Bordoloi asserted that political choices made within his family are autonomous. He declared, "I have taken every decision in my life on my…

A day after resigning from the Congress party, Pradyut Bordoloi, the MP from Nagaon, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in New Delhi. His induction was marked by attendance from Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Assam BJP president Dilip Saikia, and other BJP leaders. CM Sarma expressed expectations that BJP workers would support Bordoloi for the upcoming Assembly elections. He also mentioned that Nabajyoti Talukdar, who similarly left Congress, would join the BJP soon. Sarma commented on the self-respect of leaders, indicating that many were eager to move to the BJP, predicting further exits from Congress post-elections. Although he avoided…

The Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve has successfully completed the necessary arrangements for the translocation of approximately 50 wild Asiatic water buffaloes to the Kanha Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh, implementing this in a phased approach. According to Arun Vignesh, the Divisional Forest Officer of the Eastern Assam Wildlife Division, the initial plan involves relocating around 15 buffaloes. However, due to logistical challenges, the authorities aim to first transfer only 5 to 6 buffaloes to evaluate the feasibility of the larger move before progressing to bigger groups. The capture of the wild buffaloes, utilizing tranquillization methods, is slated to…

On the six-month death anniversary of Assam's artist Zubeen Garg, his wife Garima Saikia Garg conveyed her grief and called for swift justice for her husband, emphasizing the slow legal process. She expressed concern for "Zubeen Kshetra," stating the site is deteriorating in the rain and urging that Zubeen not be politicized. Religious rituals were held at their residence, where Garima prepared Zubeen's favorite dishes for the Sapinda ritual. Fans and well-wishers honored him by lighting candles at his burial site, while AASU president Utpal Sharma criticized the government's neglect of Zubeen Kshetra. A close associate suggested that if the…

When facing a LPG shortage due to war in the Middle East, the Assam government is considering expanding Piped Natural Gas (PNG) coverage. Chief Secretary Dr. Ravi Kota convened a meeting with the management of Assam Gas Company Ltd., Purba Bharati Gas Pvt. Ltd., and North East Gas Distribution Company Ltd. to assess the current PNG coverage and explore its expansion to reach more domestic consumers within 90 days. Companies have been asked to submit their expansion plans, aimed at prioritizing access for residents. PNG is becoming a practical alternative to LPG cylinders as disruptions in supply chains continue, highlighted…

Pramod Boro, president of the United Peoples' Party Liberal (UPPL), was elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha and will run for the assembly elections from the Tamulpur constituency. UPPL general secretary Raju Kumar Narzary announced the first list of seven candidates, stating that the party intends to contest all 15 constituencies within the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR). A second candidate list will be released shortly. The UPPL is part of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and competes primarily with the Bodoland People's Front (BPF) in the region. In the recent Rajya Sabha elections, Boro, along with BJP candidates Jogendra Mohan…

Internal tensions within the Indian National Congress (INC) in Assam have escalated following an ultimatum from Nagaon MP Pradyut Bordoloi to the party's central leadership regarding candidate selection for the Lahorighat Assembly constituency in the upcoming state elections. Bordoloi expressed his "pain and anguish" in a letter to AICC general secretary Jitendra Singh, citing neglect of his concerns over the candidacy of sitting MLA Asif Mohammad Nazar. He accused APCC president Gaurav Gogoi and senior leader Imran Masood of humiliating him during internal discussions. Bordoloi's grievances intensified after a violent attack on him on April 27, 2025, when he was…