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NorthEast United FC will look to register their second consecutive victory on home turf when they face Odisha FC in their Indian Super League (ISL 12) clash at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium here on Friday. The Highlanders head into the game on the back of a gritty 2-1 win over Jamshedpur FC, while Odisha FC suffered a 5-1 defeat against Mohun Bagan SG in their previous outing. NorthEast United FC face a quick turnaround between the two fixtures, having played on Sunday evening. However, head coach Juan Pedro Benali stated that the team has made the most of the…

The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) celebrated the beginning of the Hindu Lunar New Year on Thursday with a thought-provoking discourse on “The Concept of Time,” beautifully highlighting the harmony between science and culture while emphasising India’s rich astronomical heritage.The event featured a special address by eminent astrophysicist Dr. Kishor Kumar Baruah, former in-charge of the Tezpur University Observatory, Department of Physics, Tezpur University. Organised by the Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems and the Department of Physics, in association with the IQAC, the programme was graced by RGU Vice Chancellor Prof AK Buragohain, apart from other dignitaries and students.Delivering his…

The first randomization of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) for the upcoming General Election to the Assam Legislative Assembly in 2026 was successfully conducted across all 35 districts, covering 126 Assembly constituencies. This event took place at the offices of the District Election Officers (DEOs) and included representatives from recognized national and state political parties, ensuring transparency and compliance with the Election Commission's guidelines. The randomization of EVMs and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs) is a vital and mandatory phase in the electoral process, utilizing the EVM Management System (EMS) for random allocation to different constituencies. This method guarantees fairness,…

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has released its first list of 88 candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, concluding speculation around ticket distribution. Among the candidates are two former Congress members, Pradyut Bordoloi and Bhupen Kumar Borah. The incumbent Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will contest from Jalukbari, joined by other notable candidates such as Ranjeet Kumar Dass (Bhowanipur-Sorbhog) and Jayanta Malla Baruah (Nalbari). Women candidates are also represented with six selections, including Madhavi Das (Birsing-Jarua) and Ajanta Neog (Golaghat). The list was overseen by the BJP's Central Election Committee, led by party president Nitin Nabin and attended by…

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)…

Amid shifting political developments in Assam, Leader of Opposition Debabrata Saikia has made it clear that he will not leave the Congress to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). His statement comes soon after senior leader Pradyut Bordoloi resigned from the Congress and joined the BJP. Reacting to the development, Saikia described Bordoloi’s exit as “unfortunate.” He said Bordoloi had been a senior leader who received respect and responsibility in the party over the years. According to Saikia, such a sudden decision raises questions about political commitment and ethics. Saikia also responded to remarks by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma,…

The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has announced a statewide protest across Assam against the recent increase in LPG cylinder prices. The party said the price rise has put an extra burden on common people and accused the Centre of failing to control the cost of essential items. In a circular issued on March 18, APCC General Secretary Pradyut Bhuyan asked all District Congress Committees to hold peaceful protests on March 19. The demonstrations are planned in busy marketplaces and other public places so that more people can see and join the protest. The decision comes at a time when…