Sonakshi Sarkar

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls will be conducted in the state after the upcoming Assembly elections, emphasizing that it will be executed in a “very extensive and proper manner,” surpassing the current Special Revision (SR) process. Sarma explained that while an SR is ongoing, the SIR was requested to occur sooner; however, the Election Commission opted for the SR due to the pending status of the National Register of Citizens (NRC). The final NRC, released on August 31, 2019, excluded 1,906,657 individuals and included 31,121,004 from a total of…

Union Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the preparation of detailed project reports (DPR) for two new railway lines in Assam: The Agthori (Guwahati)–Dekargaon (Tezpur) line, spanning 129 km, and the Dekargaon (Tezpur)–Silghat line, extending 25 km. He noted that the sanctioning of these projects will require stakeholder consultations and approvals from NITI Aayog and the Ministry of Finance, thus affecting implementation timelines. Currently, Tezpur is served by the Dekargaon railway station, which offers six pairs of train services connecting to Guwahati and other regions. To enhance passenger amenities and rail infrastructure, the Ministry has initiated the Amrit Bharat Station…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that he will commence civil and criminal defamation proceedings against senior Congress leaders Jitendra Singh Alwar, Bhupesh Baghel, Gaurav Gogoi, and Debabrata Saikia on February 9, 2026. This legal action stems from accusations that these leaders made “false, malicious and defamatory” statements about him during a recent press conference. Sarma took to social media to declare his intentions and emphasized that he will not tolerate what he referred to as “hit-and-run politics.” He challenged his critics to substantiate their claims in a court of law, asserting his resolve to confront intimidation and…

A significant number of high school students from fringe areas participated in the fifth annual Orang Nature Camp, held from January 30 to February 2, 2026, at the Orang National Park and Tiger Reserve (ONP&TR). This event, organized by Aaranyak and the Orang Tiger Reserve Authority with collaboration from Wild Wings and support from the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation (DSWF), aimed to enhance awareness of nature conservation among youth. The four-day residential program allowed students to engage with conservation experts through presentations and discussions, emphasizing the need for future generations to become involved in wildlife preservation. The camp was inaugurated…

The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) organized the “Chancellor’s Appreciation and Felicitation Ceremony” on Tuesday, celebrating outstanding achievements of students and faculty members who have brought laurels to the University through excellence in academics, research, innovation, sports and national service. Dr. A. K. Pansari, Chancellor of RGU presented the Chancellor’s Appreciation Medals to ten achiever students in the presence of Prof AK Buragohain, Vice Chancellor; Prof. Amarjyoti Choudhury, Emeritus Professor at the Dr Bhupen Hazarika Centre for Creativity, RGU; apart from others. The event also witnessed the felicitation of 23 faculty members who have secured prestigious research project grants, highlighting…

Manas National Park and Tiger Reserve (MNP & TR) hosted an international training program from February 1-4, 2026, aimed at enhancing the management and welfare of captive Asian elephants. Collaborating with the Australian HELP Foundation, Kaziranga National Park, and the Wildlife Trust of India, the program emphasized science-based and ethical training methods. Selected mahouts learned to utilize positive reinforcement techniques, ensuring safe and calm interactions during veterinary procedures. Dr. Andrew McLean praised the mahouts’ retention of welfare principles, while Dr. C. Ramesh highlighted the park's leadership in elephant welfare. The initiative strengthens wildlife protection ties between Australia and India, adding…

An earthquake measuring 4.2 on the Richter scale was felt in several parts of Assam early Wednesday morning, causing brief panic among residents in different districts. The tremor occurred shortly after dawn, when many people were still at home, and was strong enough to be noticed indoors. According to preliminary seismic information, the epicentre of the earthquake is believed to be near Dhekiajuli. Mild to moderate shaking was reported from surrounding areas, including parts of Guwahati and nearby districts. Residents said they felt beds, doors, and windows shake for a few seconds, while some household items rattled briefly. There were…

The Indian National Congress has announced the formation of the State Election Committee of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) as the state prepares for Assembly elections later this year. Congress Member of Parliament Gaurav Gogoi has been appointed as the Chairman of the committee with immediate effect. The decision was conveyed through a letter dated February 3, issued by Congress General Secretary (Organisation) KC Venugopal. In the letter, Venugopal stated that the proposal for constituting the committee had received formal approval from the Indian National Congress President. The newly formed committee brings together a wide range of senior and…