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02 Apr

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra targets government, highlights price rise and jobs crisis in poll push

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is set to visit Assam on Thursday for a one-day campaign tour ahead of the Assembly elections, with rallies planned in Bokajan and Titabor. According to party leaders, Rahul Gandhi will leave Delhi in the morning and land at Dimapur Airport. From there, he will travel by helicopter to Bokajan in Karbi Anglong district, where he is scheduled to address a public rally. Later in the day, he will head to Titabor in Jorhat district to interact with voters in Upper Assam before returning to Delhi. The visit comes days after Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and…

01 Apr

Himanta Biswa Sarma Calls Zubeen Garg Issue ‘Vote Politics’

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma criticised the Indian National Congress for including the death of popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg in its election manifesto, calling the move a serious misuse of a sensitive issue. Speaking during the ongoing election campaign, Sarma said that Zubeen Garg holds a very special place in the hearts of the people of Assam. He said it was unfortunate that such a respected figure’s death was being brought into political discussions for what he described as “collecting votes.” The Chief Minister said the matter is currently under court consideration and should not be used for…

01 Apr

BJP Rallies Gain Momentum as Modi Addresses Key Assam Constituencies

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Narendra Modi arrived in Assam on the night of March 31 to begin an intensive campaign push ahead of the Assembly elections, now just a week away. The Prime Minister landed at Dibrugarh airport at around 9:00 pm and stayed overnight at Manohari Resorts in Mohanbari. His visit comes at a crucial time as the election campaign enters its final phase, with political parties stepping up outreach efforts across the state. Modi, who is also a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), is scheduled to address two major public rallies on April 1 in support of party candidates.…

30 Mar

Morning coffee habit may boost longevity

Sonakshi SarkarHealth

Coffee, one of the world’s most widely consumed beverages, is gaining renewed attention for its potential long-term health benefits. Emerging research indicates that how and when coffee is consumed plays a significant role in the advantages it may offer. Large observational studies suggest that moderate coffee intake, particularly in the morning and with minimal additives, is linked to improved heart health and lower mortality risk. Morning coffee drinkers were found to have a notably reduced risk of death from cardiovascular disease compared to those who consumed coffee later in the day, possibly due to better alignment with the body’s natural…

28 Mar

Tourism Leaders Focus on Sustainable Growth and Regional Branding at Week-Long

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The North East India Tourism Confederation successfully concluded its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Tourism Convention 2026, held from March 22 to 27 across Namsai, Anini, and Pasighat in Arunachal Pradesh. The week-long event brought together tourism stakeholders from all eight Northeastern states with a common aim to promote the region as a major global tourism destination. The AGM, held on March 22, saw participation from 24 Executive Committee members representing different states. During the meeting, key organisational matters were discussed, and a new leadership team was elected through a democratic process. Tsering Wange was elected as President, while E.…

28 Mar

BJP Banks on Modi’s Digital Outreach Ahead of Assam Elections

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the people of Assam through the NaMo App on March 30 at 1 PM, in what is seen as a key outreach effort ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in the state.According to a statement issued on March 27 by the Bharatiya Janata Party Assam unit, the Prime Minister will directly interact with party workers as well as the general public through the digital platform. The interaction is expected to focus on government initiatives and development work carried out in Assam, along with the party’s approach to the elections.The BJP described the…

28 Mar

Himanta Biswa Sarma Bets on Youth Surge for Big BJP Win

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

With the Assembly elections drawing near, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has expressed strong confidence in the prospects of the BJP-led NDA alliance, saying that women and young voters from Gen Z are playing a key role in shaping the electoral mood across the state. Speaking on March 27, Sarma said that there is visible energy in election meetings and rallies, especially among women and first-time or young voters. According to him, this growing participation is not limited to a few areas but can be seen widely during campaign events. “You will find women at public meetings and youth…

27 Mar

Indian Railways Begins Final Survey for Gangtok–Nathu La Railway Line

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Indian Railways has started the final location survey for a proposed railway line that will connect Gangtok with Nathu La in Sikkim, marking another step in expanding rail connectivity in the Himalayan state. The latest survey comes after the completion of a similar exercise for the 34.7 km Rangpo–Gangtok railway section. Officials said the new study will help determine the exact alignment, technical feasibility and cost estimates for the Gangtok–Nathu La stretch, which is seen as strategically and economically important. According to a report by The Times of India, construction work on the proposed line is expected to begin within…

27 Mar

BJP Confident of Third Term as Campaign Gains Momentum

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday expressed strong confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will secure a decisive victory in the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, saying the party is set for a “historic result”. Speaking to reporters, Sarma said the response to the BJP’s campaign activities has been very positive. Referring to the party’s outreach programme, he said the “Vijay Sankalp Yatra” received wide public support across the state. “A large number of people came forward and blessed us. We are confident that this support will reflect in the election results,” he said. The Chief Minister also launched sharp criticism…

27 Mar

Ajmal Announces Owaisi’s Two-Day Poll Visit to Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Badruddin Ajmal on Friday said that Asaduddin Owaisi will visit Assam in early April to campaign for candidates of the All India United Democratic Front ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. Ajmal said the visit was decided after a meeting between his son Abdul Rahman Ajmal and Owaisi in Delhi. He said the discussion began during a dinner meeting and later continued over a phone call with him, after which both sides agreed on the visit.“Today my son went to meet him for dinner. They spoke there, then I also spoke to him on the phone. After that, it was…