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29 Mar

Bridge Collapse Sparks Gaurav Gogoi’s Demand for Central Intervention

riya EditorAssam

The collapse of a 63-year-old bridge on one of Assam's most critical highways in the early hours of March 27, 2026, has prompted Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi to write to Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, seeking urgent intervention and immediate restoration of connectivity. Apart from "swift restoration of connectivity," Gogoi called for a review of "existing maintenance and monitoring mechanisms," and "stronger safeguards to prevent such incidents in the future." Notably, the Gammon Bridge over the Dikhow River in Sivasagar district, which carries traffic on National Highway 37, collapsed while repair work was already underway. In his…

29 Mar

Sonowal Targets Indian National Congress Over Alleged Corruption in Welfare Schemes

riya EditorAssam

Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal has accused the Congress party of corruption, claiming that welfare funds were misappropriated by middlemen during their governance. He stated that the BJP-led NDA government has rectified this issue by ensuring direct transfers of benefits to beneficiaries' bank accounts, thereby achieving true social justice. Speaking at a rally in North Bongaigaon in support of NDA-backed Asom Gana Parishad candidate Deeptimoyee Choudhury, Sonowal emphasized the current wave of development, good governance, and women’s empowerment under the NDA. He criticized the Congress era for the misallocation of funds intended for the poor, asserting that the BJP addressed this…

29 Mar

Election Commission of India Clears 4 Auxiliary Polling Stations in Assam Ahead of 2026 Polls

riya EditorAssam

The Election Commission of India has sanctioned the creation of four Auxiliary Polling Stations in Assam in preparation for the forthcoming Assembly elections. These stations will be established in Tinsukia, Goalpara, Biswanath, and Sribhumi districts. This decision came after proposals were made to the Election Commission, prompted by an excessive number of electors at certain Polling Stations in these areas, exceeding the Commission's prescribed limits. Additionally, for voter convenience and due to natural circumstances, the Election Commission has approved the relocation of Polling Station 4 No Kabu Sivaguri Lower Primary School to No. 4 No Silai M.E. School within the…

28 Mar

BJP Banks on Modi’s Digital Outreach Ahead of Assam Elections

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the people of Assam through the NaMo App on March 30 at 1 PM, in what is seen as a key outreach effort ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in the state.According to a statement issued on March 27 by the Bharatiya Janata Party Assam unit, the Prime Minister will directly interact with party workers as well as the general public through the digital platform. The interaction is expected to focus on government initiatives and development work carried out in Assam, along with the party’s approach to the elections.The BJP described the…

28 Mar

Himanta Biswa Sarma Bets on Youth Surge for Big BJP Win

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

With the Assembly elections drawing near, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has expressed strong confidence in the prospects of the BJP-led NDA alliance, saying that women and young voters from Gen Z are playing a key role in shaping the electoral mood across the state. Speaking on March 27, Sarma said that there is visible energy in election meetings and rallies, especially among women and first-time or young voters. According to him, this growing participation is not limited to a few areas but can be seen widely during campaign events. “You will find women at public meetings and youth…

27 Mar

Modi to address people of Assam via NaMo App on March 30

Paromita EditorAssam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will directly interact with party karyakartas as well as the people of Assam on March 30 at 1 pm. In this regard, the State BJP earnestly calls upon all party workers and the citizens of Assam to download and register on the “NaMo App”, thereby becoming an integral part of this unique and interactive initiative. To facilitate easy access, individuals may give a missed call on 1800-209-0920 to download the application, a statement issued by state BJP said.Furthermore, for seamless registration on the NaMo App, citizens may also click on the following link: https://www.narendramodi.in/mbsmasm The State…

27 Mar

Amit Shah to hold road show in Guwahati tomorrow

riya EditorAssam

As all parties are intensifying their campaigning for the Assam Assembly polls, Union Home Minister and senior BJP leader Amit Shah will hold a road show in Guwahati tomorrow. BJP sources said that Shah will lead the road show from Arya Vidyapeeth College playground at 5 pm in support of the party candidate for Guwahati Central constituency Vijay Kumar Gupta. Senior leaders of the BJP's state unit will also take part in the road show.The Guwahati Central constituency is likely to witness a straight contest between the BJP and Assam Jatiya Parishad's (AJP) Kunki Choudhury, who is backed by the…

27 Mar

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati Creates Sustainable Bricks to Beat Heat, Cut Power Consumption

riya EditorAssam

Indian Institute of Technology-Guwahati (IIT-G) has developed energy-efficient bricks designed to promote sustainable construction by naturally cooling buildings. This research, co-authored by Prof. Pankaj Kalita and his team, addresses the challenge of reliance on air conditioning, which significantly contributes to energy consumption and carbon emissions. The innovative bricks utilize Phase Change Materials (PCMs), specifically OM35, which melts at 35 degrees Celsius, making them ideal for hot and humid regions. These materials absorb excess heat during the day and release it when temperatures drop, stabilizing indoor climates. To mitigate leakage issues commonly associated with PCMs during melting, the research team integrated…

27 Mar

BJP Confident of Third Term as Campaign Gains Momentum

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday expressed strong confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will secure a decisive victory in the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, saying the party is set for a “historic result”. Speaking to reporters, Sarma said the response to the BJP’s campaign activities has been very positive. Referring to the party’s outreach programme, he said the “Vijay Sankalp Yatra” received wide public support across the state. “A large number of people came forward and blessed us. We are confident that this support will reflect in the election results,” he said. The Chief Minister also launched sharp criticism…

27 Mar

Ajmal Announces Owaisi’s Two-Day Poll Visit to Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Badruddin Ajmal on Friday said that Asaduddin Owaisi will visit Assam in early April to campaign for candidates of the All India United Democratic Front ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. Ajmal said the visit was decided after a meeting between his son Abdul Rahman Ajmal and Owaisi in Delhi. He said the discussion began during a dinner meeting and later continued over a phone call with him, after which both sides agreed on the visit.“Today my son went to meet him for dinner. They spoke there, then I also spoke to him on the phone. After that, it was…