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16 May

Assam Government expands co-district model to 49 units

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a major administrative decision aimed at improving grassroots governance, the Assam government has announced the formation of ten new co-districts, which will become operational by August 15, 2025. This move will take the total number of co-districts in the state from the current 39 to 49, strengthening the state’s efforts to bring administration closer to the people. The announcement was made through an official notification issued by the General Administration Department (GAD). The notification, bearing reference number 375037/496, confirmed that the expansion of co-districts has been approved “as directed by the Honourable Governor of Assam” and is “in the…

16 May

A Tiranga Rally was held in Silchar to commemorate the success of Operation Sindoor

Banasree SarkarAssamTiranga Yatra

Hundreds of participants from all walks of life braved the pouring rain to join the "Tiranga Yatra," which celebrated the success of Operation Sindoor. A group of prominent Silchar residents organized the event, which attracted impromptu attendance from state ministers to schoolchildren. The procession was marched to the Rangirkhari point in the midst of a torrential downpour after being waved off from the Silchar DSA venue. BJP state general secretary Kanad Purkayastha, local MLA Dipayan Chakrabarty, Minister Kaushik Rai, and other members of the ruling party attended the gathering, which was raucous with slogans like "Indian Army jindabad" and "Narendra…

15 May

Guwahati hosts tribute to armed forces post-terror strike

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday inaugurated a special exhibition titled ‘Operation Sindoor’ at the State BJP headquarters in Guwahati, commemorating the valiant response of India’s armed forces following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The exhibition, organised as a tribute to the nation’s defence forces, showcases a detailed account of the military’s swift and decisive retaliation against terror infrastructure allegedly operating from across the border. The display includes visuals, missile system models, strategic maps, and narratives highlighting the precision and strength of India’s armed response. Addressing the gathering, CM Sarma lauded the armed forces…

14 May

Assam CM thanks people for their support in the Panchayat Elections

Banasree SarkarAssam

Both State BJP President Dilip Saikia and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed their sincere gratitude to the Assamese people for their overwhelming support of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its allies in the most recent Panchayat elections. Speaking to reporters at Guwahati's Atal Bihari Vajpayee Bhawan on Tuesday, the two leaders hailed the outcome as a reaffirmation of the party's commitment to strengthening the Panchayati Raj system across the state and a clear endorsement of its development plan. The Chief Minister noted that the BJP only won 272 of the 397 Zila Parishad seats due to the…

14 May

Assam CM slams opposition’s cynicism, praises BJP’s commitment

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a strong rebuttal to recent opposition remarks, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday underlined the BJP’s philosophy of tireless governance, stating that electoral victories for the party are not occasions for celebration, but signals to intensify public service. Speaking at a press conference in Guwahati, Sarma indirectly took aim at a prominent opposition leader who had reportedly suggested that while one election may bring favourable results, another might not. While he refrained from naming the individual, the Chief Minister described such statements as a reflection of “immature political thinking.” “How can anyone engaged in public service say…

13 May

BJP’s Panchayat poll gains boost NDA’s confidence for 2026: CM Himanta predicts 104 seats in Assam Assembly

Banasree SarkarAssam

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday hailed the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) strong showing in the ongoing panchayat elections across Assam as a historic moment for the state’s political landscape. Citing the party’s grassroots success, Sarma asserted that the NDA has the potential to win 104 out of the 126 seats in the 2026 Assam Assembly elections. Speaking to reporters while the counting of votes continued for the second day, the Chief Minister expressed confidence that the BJP is on track to secure over 300 seats in the Zilla Parishad level. “The BJP is marching ahead to capture…

12 May

BJP headed for landslide victory on Assam Panchayat polls

Mohini BarmanAssam

The ruling BJP and its alliance partners are set to register a massive victory in the panchayat polls in Assam as counting of votes in many Zilla Parishad seats and Anchalik Panchayat seats is in progress. The BJP and its alliance partners are leading in maximum Zilla Parishad and Anchalik Panchayat seats. The panchayat polls in Assam were held in two phases - the first phase was held on May 2 and the second phase was held on May 7 across 27 districts of the state. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday evening said, while interacting with BJP…

12 May

Himanta Biswa Sarma praises Indian Army for swift, strategic cross-border strike

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a strong show of nationalism and unwavering support for India's armed forces, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday lauded the success of Operation Sindoor, calling it a landmark mission that reflects the bold spirit of a “New India.” Sarma said the country is no longer afraid to act decisively against terror, adding that India will go to any length to eliminate threats—by land, air, or sea. Speaking at the state BJP headquarters, Sarma praised the operation for eliminating over 100 Pakistani terrorists and severely damaging key terror and military infrastructure inside Pakistan. He credited the Indian Army’s…

10 May

Residents terrified as sonic boom rocks Eastern Assam

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A sudden and thunderous sound sent waves of panic across multiple areas of Assam’s Golaghat district on the afternoon of May 9, prompting widespread speculation and fear among residents. The loud noise, which reportedly shook windows and startled people, was heard around 3:35 PM in Merapani, Sarupathar, and several adjoining localities, causing confusion and anxiety among locals. In response to the incident, the Golaghat district administration swiftly issued a statement through its official social media channels, suggesting that the loud noise was likely the result of a sonic boom—a phenomenon that occurs when an aircraft or another object breaks the…

10 May

After ten years of duty, Kaziranga’s heroic sniffer dog ‘K9 Karina’ passes away

Banasree SarkarAssam

A Kaziranga National Park official said on Friday that "K9 Karina," a particularly trained sniffer dog recognized for her involvement in anti-poaching and anti-crime operations, had passed away from age-related health issues. She worked as a German Shepherd in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve for ten years with her handlers, Jitu Gogoi and Manas Bora. According to the official, in addition to patrolling, the canine was trained to locate poachers, sniff out wildlife components during wildlife crime investigations, and had helped solve numerous poaching cases. Her noteworthy achievements include assisting the forest patrol team in locating a shelter used…