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The Assam unit of the Indian National Congress has called an important organisational review meeting on May 9 to examine the party’s poor performance in the recently concluded Assam Assembly elections, where the Congress-led opposition alliance faced a major defeat against the BJP-led NDA. The meeting has been convened by the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) and is expected to bring together senior party leaders and district-level office bearers from across the state. The discussion will mainly focus on the reasons behind the party’s disappointing electoral outcome and the future course of action for the organisation in Assam. A circular…

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has launched a first-of-its-kind M.Tech programme in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence aimed at both fresh graduates and working professionals seeking expertise in AI-driven robotic systems. The programme, offered by the School of Interdisciplinary Studies and Sustainability, will be conducted in hybrid mode, combining online classes with on-campus laboratory sessions and final examinations at the IIT Guwahati campus. The initiative is designed to bridge multiple engineering disciplines and support advancements in sectors such as agriculture, defence, manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, and smart infrastructure. The application portal for the inaugural batch has been opened, with the last date…

The Gauhati High Court has directed government authorities to take a series of measures to tackle the recurring problem of artificial flooding in Guwahati and submit a progress report before the Court on the next date of hearing. The Court issued the directions after taking suo motu cognizance of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) related to the persistent artificial flood problem in the city. The PIL was filed by advocate Sandeep Chamaria. The Court observed that open manholes and exposed drains across various parts of Guwahati pose a serious threat to public safety and daily life. It directed the State…

Assam Chief Secretary Dr Ravi Kota has chaired a comprehensive review meeting with the DGP, Assam to assess preparedness for the forthcoming visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the newly elected Council of Ministers. The ceremony is scheduled to be held on May 12 at the Veterinary Field, Khanapara, and is likely to be attended by the Chief Ministers and Deputy Chief Ministers from several States, Union Ministers, and other dignitaries. "Reviewed in detail the arrangements relating to security, traffic management, venue readiness, protocol, and inter-departmental coordination. Emphasised the need for seamless execution, strict…

Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve has recorded its highest-ever tourist footfall in the financial year 2025-26, reaffirming its position as one of India’s premier wildlife destinations. Director Sonali Ghosh said the Park received a total of 4,68,147 visitors, which included 30,474 foreign tourists. This marks a significant rise in global interest, with foreigners accounting for 4.5 per cent of the total footfall.The surge reflects a steady upward trend over the last decade, with visitors nearly quadrupling in 10 years. From just over 1.55 lakh tourists in 2016-17, Kaziranga has seen consistent growth while bouncing back strongly after the pandemic…

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday submitted his resignation to Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya at Lok Bhavan in Guwahati, paving the way for the formation of a new government following the NDA’s decisive victory in the Assembly elections. Notably, Sarma’s move is in line with constitutional procedure, enabling the process of government formation to begin. The Governor accepted the resignation and requested Sarma to continue as the caretaker Chief Minister till the new government assumes office. Along with the Chief Minister, the Council of Ministers also submitted their resignation letters to the Governor. The resignations came after the…

A report released by the Association for Democratic Reforms has revealed that 17 per cent of winning candidates in the recent Assam Assembly elections have declared criminal cases against themselves, highlighting the continuing presence of candidates with legal backgrounds in the electoral process. According to the report, which is based on self-affidavits submitted by candidates, 21 out of 126 winning candidates have disclosed criminal cases, while 19 of them, accounting for 15 per cent, face serious criminal charges. Among the serious cases, three winning candidates have declared cases related to attempt to murder under Section 307 of the Indian Penal…