Assam - The Purbottar

24 Nov

The 2025 Bhutan–India Friendship Football Tournament gets underway in Samdrup Jongkhar

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Bhutan–India Friendship Football Tournament 2025 began with vibrant energy and a strong sense of camaraderie on Saturday evening at the Samdrup Jongkhar Public Ground in eastern Bhutan. The annual sporting event, hosted by the Bhutan–India Friendship Association (BIFA), once again highlighted the deep and enduring bond shared between the two neighbouring countries. The tournament was formally inaugurated by the District Commissioner of Samdrup Jongkhar, who welcomed players and spectators to what he described as “a celebration of friendship and sportsmanship.” The opening ceremony was attended by several prominent officials, including Tamulpur Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Chakravarty, Senior Superintendent of Police…

24 Nov

At Haflong, Dima Hasao Bharatiya Janata Party holds key organizational meeting

Banasree SarkarAssam

At a major organizational meeting held at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Bhawan in Haflong, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Dima Hasao unit reaffirmed its dedication to organizational development and community service in the area. Major BJP leaders attended the meeting, including Dima Hasao Shah Prabhari Anup Deb, chairman Mohet Hojai, MP Amarsing Tisso, MLA Nandita Gorlosa, CEM of Dima Hasao Debolal Gorlosa, BJP Assam Pradesh president Dilip Saikia, BJP Assam Pradesh organizing secretary Ravindra Raju, and other EMs and MACs of DHAC. Party leaders and committed karyakartas engaged in constant communication with BJP Assam Pradesh President Dilip Saikia and organizing secretary…

22 Nov

Aiming for 103 seats in the 2026 Assam elections, the BJP reiterates its NDA partnership plan

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has set a sweeping and ambitious electoral target ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, declaring that the party—along with its NDA allies—will aim to secure 103 of the 126 seats. The decision was formalised on November 21 during a high-level core committee meeting, signalling the beginning of an intensive political and organisational push in the state. The meeting, attended by key national and state leaders, served as a platform to review the party’s groundwork, assess governance feedback, and streamline strategies for the upcoming polls. Present at the session were BJP national general secretary (organisation)…

21 Nov

Bodoland University organizes a nationwide conference to protect the indigenous knowledge and cultural identity of the Northeast

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Bodoland University became a vibrant centre of intellectual exchange and cultural reflection as it hosted a national seminar on “Oral & Written Histories: Indigenous Arts, Weaving, Ecological Crafts, Food Traditions & Languages.” The event, held on Thursday, brought together a diverse group of scholars, researchers, artists and cultural practitioners from different parts of India and abroad for an in-depth discussion on the need to preserve the Northeast’s rich indigenous heritage. The seminar was organised under the EMWSSAA project of the North Eastern Council (NEC), Ministry of DoNER, in collaboration with the North East India History Association (NEIHA). The programme opened…

20 Nov

As the city prepares for an important second test, South Africa and India land in Guwahati

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Guwahati witnessed a wave of excitement on Wednesday evening as the Indian and South African cricket teams arrived in the city ahead of the second Test scheduled for November 22. The players landed at the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, where they were received under tight security while fans gathered in large numbers to catch a glimpse of their favourite stars. According to airport officials, both teams moved straight to the Radisson Blu Hotel after their arrival. The squads are expected to rest and begin preparations for the high-pressure clash, which has now become crucial for India after their defeat…

20 Nov

Dibrugarh’s 24×7 water supply project officially handed over to municipal corporation

Banasree SarkarAssam

A significant step toward guaranteeing safe and dependable drinking water throughout all 19 municipal wards was taken with the official handover of the Dibrugarh Town 24×7 Water Supply Project under Atal Mission for Rejuvenation & Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 1.0 to the Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation. The project, which cost ₹193 crore to build, has 7,676 residential connections and a vast distribution network spanning over 150 kilometers. According to officials, the new system will help address long-standing problems with inconsistent and dangerous water in numerous neighborhoods. A meeting with Municipal Corporation personnel was also held during the handover to go over their…

19 Nov

Assam CM reveals 2026 HSLC and HS exam schedules

Banasree SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced the 2026 exam schedule for HSLC (Matric) and Higher Secondary Final Exams. In an update issued on X (previously Twitter), he indicated that the HSLC exam will begin on 10 February 2026, while the Higher Secondary Final Exam will start on 11 February 2026. He also indicated that HSLC practical tests will be held in January 2026 at the same centres as the theory exams, indicating no separate venues will be used for practicals this year. The Assam HS Exam Routine 2026 is scheduled to be issued soon by AHSEC. While the…

19 Nov

According to the Assam chief minister, the Special Intensive Revision will start following the NRC notification and aim for a mid-2026 rollout

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the state’s electoral rolls will only begin once the National Register of Citizens (NRC) is formally notified, a step he expects to be completed by the middle of next year. His statement comes amid ongoing concerns over inconsistencies in Assam’s voter lists, which continue to carry names of deceased individuals, minors, and married women whose names or addresses have changed over time. Explaining the delay, Sarma said the absence of an official NRC notification has stalled the SIR process for years. “The NRC has…

18 Nov

Assam Medical College & Hospital makes breakthrough in minimal-access open-heart surgery

Banasree SarkarAssam

By successfully completing a challenging open-heart procedure using minimal-access cardiac surgical techniques, Assam Medical College & Hospital (AMCH) has made a major medical advancement that ushers in a new era of advanced cardiac treatment in Upper Assam. An atrial septal defect (ASD), a congenital cardiac abnormality, was repaired during the treatment by a multidisciplinary team under the direction of the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS). With the help of the state-of-the-art facilities in the Superspeciality Block, surgeons employed extremely sophisticated techniques, such as cold blood cardioplegia. The patient was stable and being closely monitored after surgery, according to…

18 Nov

In advance of the 2026 assembly elections, the EC mandates a special revision of Assam’s electoral records

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a significant move ahead of Assam’s assembly elections next year, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Sunday directed a ‘Special Revision’ of the state’s electoral rolls. This step is aimed at ensuring updated and accurate voter lists across the state. In an official communication to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Assam, the Commission specified January 1, 2026, as the qualifying date for the revision exercise. Election officials clarified that the Special Revision lies between the annual special summary revision and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), highlighting the Commission’s commitment to maintaining error-free and comprehensive electoral rolls before…