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27 Feb

Assam BJP launches digital campaign titled “Modir Bondhu”

Paromita EditorAssam

The Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), Assam Pradesh, has launched a digital campaign titled “Modir Bondhu” (Modi's friend) today, with the objective of taking the works and achievements of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to all sections of society.The campaign was formally inaugurated by Assam BJP State President Dilip Saikia at the party’s state headquarters, Vajpayee Bhawan, in Guwahati in the presence of over a thousand youths associated with various digital platforms. BJP ANational Election In-charge Baijayant Jay Panda, Member of Parliament Bansuri Swaraj, and Darshana Jardosh were present at the programme.Under the leadership of BJYM State President Rakesh Das, the…

27 Feb

BitChem Bags Top Honour for Sustainable Material Innovation at Build India Infra Awards 2026

riya EditorAssam

BitChem Asphalt Technologies Limited, based in Guwahati, has received the “Sustainable Material Innovation of the Year” award at the Build India Infra Awards 2026 for its innovative pollution-free, zero-emission road binder called Green Bitumen. This award honors BitChem's contributions to eco-friendly and energy-efficient road construction, notably demonstrated in a 51 km project by the Road Construction Department of Bihar. BitChem, supported by the Technology Development Board of India, is led by Chairman Mr. SK Jain, who emphasized the commitment to sustainable, scalable road construction solutions. Green Bitumen technology replaces traditional hot-mix asphalt, reducing fuel consumption and eliminating greenhouse gas emissions…

27 Feb

PILs on Alleged Divisive Remarks Reach Gauhati High Court After Relief from Supreme Court of India; Hearing Set for April 21, 2026

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Gauhati High Court has issued notices to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Union of India, the State of Assam and the Director General of Police in a batch of public interest litigations alleging repeated hate speeches against a section of the Muslim community. The matter was heard by a Division Bench of Chief Justice Ashutosh Kumar and Justice Arun Dev Choudhury. After hearing arguments for nearly 90 minutes, the Bench directed the respondents to file their replies and fixed April 21, 2026 for the next hearing. The petitions have been filed under Article 226 of the Constitution.…

27 Feb

Alliance Tussle Brews in Tihu as Bharatiya Janata Party and Asom Gana Parishad Eye Newly Formed Constituency

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Political activity has started picking up pace in Assam as preparations quietly gather momentum for the 2026 Assembly elections. In Nalbari district, the focus has now shifted to the newly formed Tihu Assembly constituency, where the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) has openly staked its claim.The AGP, which is an ally of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Assam, has urged that the Tihu seat be allotted to it under the alliance arrangement. Party central general secretary and ticket aspirant Dilip Kumar Das said the constituency rightfully belongs to the AGP in the spirit of the alliance. Das said the party has…

27 Feb

Seat-Sharing Talks Near Conclusion as NDA Eyes March 10 Deadline: Himanta

riya EditorAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the seat-sharing agreement for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections will be finalized by March 10. He emphasized that the arrangement with allies is effectively “a done deal,” with ongoing discussions with the Bodoland People's Front (BPF) expected to conclude shortly and talks with the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) due to finish by March 9-10. The NDA includes the BJP, AGP, United People's Party Liberal (UPPL), and BPF, while the Rabha Hasong Joutha Sangram Samiti (RHJSS) and Janashakti Party (JP) are part of the alliance without assembly…

27 Feb

Northeast Frontier Railway GM Inspects Mariani–Simaluguri–New Tinsukia Section

riya EditorAssam

Chetan Kumar Shrivastava, general manager of the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), carried out a thorough Annual Safety Inspection of the Tinsukia (TSK) Division, encompassing the 152-kilometer Mariani-Simaluguri-New Tinsukia segment. In keeping with its ongoing commitment to enhancing operational safety, infrastructure dependability, and passenger amenities throughout its network, NFR conducted the inspection. In order to examine crew booking procedures, rest areas, and adherence to safety regulations, the NFR general manager started the inspection from Mariani by looking over the Crew Lobby and Running Room. In order to enhance operational management and real-time monitoring, he also examined the recently installed Large Format…

27 Feb

Fast-Track Court Decision: Zubeen Garg’s Wife Hails Cabinet Move

riya EditorAssam

The State Cabinet's decision to establish a fast-track court to speed up the trial in the singer's death case has been applauded by Zubeen Garg's widow, Garima. She said she hoped it would speed up the trial and the administration of justice. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma presided over a Cabinet meeting late on Thursday night that resolved to create a special court to expedite the case's trial. After the Cabinet meeting, Chief Minister Sarma stated, "The State Cabinet has approved a proposal for the creation of an exclusive/dedicated Sessions Court in accordance with Section 346(1) BNSS, 2023 for the…

26 Feb

Gauhati High Court Issues Notice on PIL Seeking Restraint on Alleged Hate Speeches by Assam CM

Paromita EditorAssam

The Gauhati High Court on Thursday issued notice on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) and two connected petitions seeking directions to restrain Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma from allegedly making hate speeches against minority communities in the state. The division bench comprising Chief Justice Ashutosh Kumar and Justice Arun Dev Choudhury directed that notices be issued to the Union of India, the State of Assam, the Director General of Police (DGP), and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The court also issued notice on the plea for interim relief and listed the matter for hearing after the Bihu holidays in…

26 Feb

Conclave of Experts Pushes Acceleration of Renewable Energy Expansion in NE

riya EditorAssam

The Northeast India Clean Energy Conclave, held in Guwahati, gathered senior government officials, industry representatives, regulators, financial institutions, and technology providers to develop a roadmap for scaling up renewable energy in the region. Organized by the International Forum for Environment, Sustainability and Technology (iFOREST) at NEDFi House, the conclave aimed to harness the Northeast's estimated 130 GW renewable energy potential, given its rich hydro and solar resources and nearly nine percent of India’s waterbodies. However, current installed renewable capacity is limited, presenting significant opportunities for developers and financiers. Mandvi Singh, iFOREST's programme director, emphasized the Northeast's pivotal role in India's…

26 Feb

iFOREST-Led Conclave Focuses on Accelerating Clean Energy Growth in Northeast India

riya EditorAssam

The Northeast India Clean Energy Conclave 2026, hosted by the International Forum for Environment, Sustainability and Technology (iFOREST) at NEDFi House in Guwahati, convened senior government officials, industry leaders, and technology providers to outline a plan for scaling up renewable energy across Northeastern states. The region has an estimated renewable energy potential of 130 GW, primarily in hydro and solar resources, yet only about 2.3 GW is currently available, emphasizing a significant untapped investment opportunity in the sector. With electricity demand expected to surge by over 40% by 2031-32, stakeholders advocated for a robust, diversified power system emphasizing storage and…