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24 Mar

Assam Grants Paid Leave to Ensure Maximum Voting Participation

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam government has announced a paid holiday across the state on April 9, 2026, to allow people to take part in the upcoming Assam Legislative Assembly elections. The move is aimed at ensuring that all eligible voters get enough time and opportunity to cast their votes without any work-related pressure. The announcement was made through an official notification issued by the Labour Welfare Department. As per the order, the paid holiday will be applicable to a wide range of establishments, including factories, tea plantations, shops, commercial establishments, entertainment venues, contractor-run workplaces, firms, industries, as well as financial and banking…

24 Mar

Policeman Shoots Self at Baksa Jail Housing Zubeen Case Accused

riya EditorAssam

An alleged suicide bid by a policeman at Assam's Baksa district jail where five accused in the Zubeen Garg death case are lodged has triggered security scare at the high-security prison on Tuesday. The police constable, identified as Gunajit Baishya of the 24th India Reserve (IR) Battalion, shot himself with his service rifle. He has received bullet wound on his chest and has been admitted to a hospital in Guwahati. The incident triggered alarm inside the jail where five Zubeen case accused, including Shyamkanu Mahanta and Siddhartha Sharma, are currently lodged in judicial custody and they are perceived to be…

23 Mar

APCC president Gaurav Gogoi files nomination in Jorhat

Paromita EditorAssam

Amid massive public enthusiasm, Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) pesident Gaurav Gogoi filed his nomination from Jorhat Legislative Assembly Constituency today. Accompanied by thousands of supporters, he took out a grand rally to the office of the Jorhat District Commissioner to submit his nomination papers.Before filing his nomination, Gogoi paid tribute to his father and former Chief Minister of Assam, the late Tarun Gogoi, and his grandparents at his Jorhat residence and reaffirmed his commitment to follow their ideals, principles, and path of public service. Carrying the message of communal harmony, unity, and humanity, he also visited a gurdwara, temple,…

23 Mar

JMM Kicks Off Assam Election Campaign with First Slate of 21 Candidates

riya EditorAssam

The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) announced its first list of 21 candidates for the Assam Assembly Elections 2026 on March 23, marking a strategic move to extend its influence beyond its Jharkhand stronghold. The list, signed by General Secretary Vinod Kumar Pandey, includes candidates from key constituencies across Upper Assam and reflects the party's ambition to be a significant player in Assam's multifaceted electoral arena. Among the prominent nominees are Priti Rekha Barla from Mazbat, Teharu Gour from Biswanath, Amit Nag from Khumtai, and Bhubem Murari from Chabua, with additional candidates such as Phedicrson Hasda (Gossaigaon), Baldev Teli (Sonari), and…

23 Mar

Civilian Staffer at Chabua Air Force Station Arrested on Espionage Charges

riya EditorAssam

In a major counter-espionage breakthrough, the Rajasthan Police has arrested a civilian employee posted at the Chabua Air Force Station in Assam for allegedly spying for Pakistan and leaking sensitive defence information. The accused, identified as Sumit Kumar (36), was working as a Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) at the strategically important air base in Dibrugarh district. Officials said he is suspected of sharing classified Indian Air Force information with Pakistani handlers through social media in exchange for money. The investigation began in January this year when Rajasthan Intelligence arrested Jhabararam in Jaisalmer. His interrogation led authorities to uncover a wider espionage…

23 Mar

Kamrup Admin Imposes Curbs to Prevent Traffic & Law Issues on March 23

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Kamrup Metropolitan district administration has issued an order imposing restrictions on rallies, processions, and public gatherings near the office of the District Commissioner in Guwahati, ahead of the last date for filing nominations for the Assam Legislative Assembly elections 2026. According to the official order issued by District Magistrate Swapneel Paul, March 23 has been scheduled as the final day for submission of nomination papers. Keeping this in view, the administration has received a large number of applications seeking permission for rallies and processions that are expected to end near the DC office. The order stated that a large…

23 Mar

Yuva Sammelan in Guwahati marks Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh 100 years; Dattatreya Hosabale addresses gathering

riya EditorAssam

To celebrate the centenary year of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a ‘Yuva Sammelan’ was held at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, attracting participation from hundreds of students across prestigious institutions such as AIIMS Guwahati, National Law University (NLU), and Gauhati University. RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale delivered a keynote address, referring to the conclave as a “mini Bharat,” representing the country’s diversity and unity through youth from various backgrounds. Hosabale remarked that every Indian language is a national language and emphasized that Sanskrit is the cultural bedrock of Bharatiya languages. He reiterated the civilisational ethos of Sangh…

23 Mar

Assam BJP names MLA as vice-president amid ticket rift

riya EditorAssam

The Assam BJP has appointed senior leader and sitting MLA Amiya Kumar Bhuyan from Bihpuria constituency as the vice president of its Assam unit. This decision is notable given the internal tensions regarding candidate selection for the upcoming state Assembly elections. BJP president Dilip Saikia expressed good wishes for Bhuyan's political future in the announcement. The party has chosen former Congress president Bhupen Kumar Borah, a recent defector to the BJP, as the candidate for Bihpuria, indicating a strategic adjustment aimed at enhancing electoral prospects. This appointment has caused dissent in the party, leading Bhuyan to resign in response to…

23 Mar

UXOs Safely Defused by Indian Army Following Assam Standoff Incident

riya EditorAssam

On 22 March 2026, ULFA(I) instigated a standoff attack near an Assam Police Commando camp in Jagun, Tinsukia district, Assam, around 0200 hours, which resulted in unexploded ordnance, including RPG and UBGL rounds. This posed significant dangers to the local community. In response, Red Shield Sappers and the Assam Rifles dispatched a Bomb Disposal team to the scene, establishing a secure perimeter and enforcing rigorous safety protocols. The unexploded devices were neutralized safely away from residential areas, averting any potential hazards to lives and property. The operation exemplified professionalism and strict adherence to procedures. The collaborated efforts effectively safeguarded the…

23 Mar

Assam Politics Heats Up as Nandita Gorlosa Switches to Indian National Congress Before Elections

riya EditorAssam

In a setback for the BJP before the Assam Assembly elections, minister Nandita Gorlosa has joined the Congress, planning to contest from the Haflong constituency in Dima Hasao hill district. Her switch was facilitated by the voluntary withdrawal of Congress candidate Nirmal Langthasa. The BJP has nominated Rupali Langthasa for the same seat. The Congress praised Gorlosa's contributions to Dima Hasao and criticized Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sharma for prioritizing corporate interests over tribal rights. Gorlosa, who became an MLA in 2021 and previously held positions as Power Minister and in Sports and Youth Welfare, joined the Congress with Langthasa…