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14 Feb

Gauhati High Court upholds Assam’s decision to grant land rights to tea workers

Banasree SarkarAssam

The Gauhati High Court declined to postpone an amended statute that the Indian Tea Association (ITA) was contesting, allowing the Assam government to move forward with its decision to extend land ownership rights to tea garden workers. Counsel for the state government and the ITA made arguments regarding the change that was voted at the Assam Assembly's winter session on February 4. The ITA resisted the revision, according to Advocate General Devajit Saikia, since it would "change the structure of the tea gardens." Additionally, the group of planters said that the action might interfere with the production of tea and…

14 Feb

Assam Hosts Historic Day as Narendra Modi Unveils Strategic Defence, Digital and Urban Transport Initiatives

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam is set to witness a major and historic event today as Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the state to attend a series of important programmes related to defence infrastructure, connectivity, digital development and urban transport. The visit will include the inspection of the region’s first Emergency Landing Facility (ELF), inauguration of a major bridge over the Brahmaputra, and the launch of development projects worth more than Rs 5,450 crore. According to official information, the Prime Minister will first arrive at the Emergency Landing Facility located on the Moran Bypass in Dibrugarh at around 10:30 AM. During his visit,…

13 Feb

Assam Cricket Association Clarified On ‘FAKE’ APL Circular

Paromita EditorAssam

Assam Cricket Association (ACA) has clarified that a fake circular related to the Assam Premier League is currently being circulated on social media and other platforms. "The said circular falsely uses the name, logo, stadium details, images, and references to players associated with ACA, thereby creating confusion and misinformation among the public and stakeholders," a statement issued by the ACA said on Friday. "ACA would like to categorically clarify that this circular is not issued by the Assam Cricket Association. ACA has no association whatsoever with the contents of the said fake circular," it said. The cricket association further urged…

13 Feb

Gyrocopters May Be Deployed in Assam for Emergency Services and VIP Travel

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Assam government is exploring the implementation of gyrocopters, also referred to as gyroplanes, for various public services such as air ambulance transportation, disaster response, and VIP movements. Gyrocopters are characterized by their ability to take off in very short distances (approximately 50 meters) and execute near-vertical landings requiring even less space (around 10 meters). In a recent meeting, Assam Chief Secretary Dr. Ravi Kota reviewed a proposal from Gyrox Aviation regarding the deployment of these aerial platforms for critical public services in challenging and time-sensitive situations. During the discussions, Dr. Kota stressed the potential uses of gyrocopters for timely…

13 Feb

AJP Seeks Fast-Track Court in Zubeen Garg Case

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) has accused the judicial system of deliberately delaying the case regarding the death of Zubeen Garg and has called for the establishment of a fast-track court to expedite the proceedings. The party's leadership, including president Lurinjyoti Gogoi and general secretary Jagadish Bhuyan, expressed their discontent with the slow pace of the trial and the government's apparent neglect towards delivering justice. They articulated concern over the government's failure to take necessary measures to uphold public trust in the judicial process, stressing that demands for transferring the case to a fast-track court have not been met, which they…

13 Feb

Kaziranga National Park Teams Up with African Initiative to Promote Conservation Through Sports

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a notable collaboration that highlights the role of sports in promoting sustainable conservation, Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR) partnered with Africa’s Bola Bola Sports for All Wildlife Forever to organize a “conservation-focused” football tournament at the Golia Football Ground in Biswanath Wildlife Division of Assam on February 11 and 12, 2026. The tournament showcased spirited participation with eight men's teams, four women's teams, and two under-17 teams, culminating in a celebration of teamwork and sportsmanship. The tournament results indicated significant wins, with Team Biswanath Town Club being crowned Men’s Winners, while Team Uddipta Chowra, Bedeti claimed the…

13 Feb

During tomorrow’s visit to Assam, the PM will unveil projects valued at over Rs 5,450 crore

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Assam on Saturday, arriving at the Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) on Moran Bypass in Dibrugarh at approximately 10:30 am. His visit will begin with an aerial display showcasing fighter jets, transport aircraft, and helicopters. At 1 pm, he will inaugurate the Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu, a newly constructed bridge over the Brahmaputra River in Guwahati, followed by the launch of various projects valued over Rs 5,450 crore at Lachit Ghat around 1:30 pm. The ELF at Moran is a pioneering infrastructure project in Northeast India, developed in collaboration with the Indian Air…

13 Feb

Assam’s Riyan Parag to be named as Rajasthan Royals captain

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

All-rounder Riyan Parag from Assam is all set to be crowned as the new captain of the Rajasthan Royals (RR) franchise. According to a source, the RR management has decided to handover the captaincy to Riyan and a formal announcement will be made this evening. Ritan, who captains the Assam cricket team, will take over from Sanju Samson for the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League. The change in captaincy comes in the backdrop of the Jaipur-based team opting to trade Sanju Samson to the Chennai Super Kings. While other options included Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel and even the experienced Ravindra…

13 Feb

Naga youths band together under the “Fed-Up Nagas” platform and demand that peace accords be implemented as soon as possible

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a notable development highlighting frustrations over the delayed resolution of the Naga political issue, a group of Naga youths has launched “Fed-Up Nagas,” a collective initiative urging the Indian government to implement the long-awaited Naga political solution rooted in the 2015 Framework Agreement with NSCN (I-M) and the 2017 Agreed Position with WC/NNPGs. This initiative was disclosed during a press conference at The Layover Hotel, where members emphasized that “Fed-Up Nagas” is not a formal entity but a unifying platform for individuals from various tribes, regions, and Naga communities outside Nagaland, lacking a defined leadership structure. Kahuto I. Awomi,…

13 Feb

‘Tea Next 2.0’ Held in Golaghat as HUL Engages 256 Small Tea Growers, BLFs on Compliance

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) organized Tea Next 2.0 as part of its Tea Next initiative, a capacity-building program for Bought Leaf Factory (BLF) representatives and Small Tea Growers (STGs) in Golaghat, Assam, involving approximately 256 participants. The program's goal was to enhance sustainability, productivity, and regulatory compliance within the increasing significance of the smallholder tea sector in India’s tea value chain. The initiative prioritized improving green leaf quality, tackling Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) issues, and advocating for regenerative agricultural practices. Participants benefited from practical training focused on pruning cycles, plucking standards, and the implementation of Good Agricultural Practices to ensure…