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23 Mar

Yuva Sammelan in Guwahati marks Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh 100 years; Dattatreya Hosabale addresses gathering

riya EditorAssam

To celebrate the centenary year of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a ‘Yuva Sammelan’ was held at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, attracting participation from hundreds of students across prestigious institutions such as AIIMS Guwahati, National Law University (NLU), and Gauhati University. RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale delivered a keynote address, referring to the conclave as a “mini Bharat,” representing the country’s diversity and unity through youth from various backgrounds. Hosabale remarked that every Indian language is a national language and emphasized that Sanskrit is the cultural bedrock of Bharatiya languages. He reiterated the civilisational ethos of Sangh…

23 Mar

Assam BJP names MLA as vice-president amid ticket rift

riya EditorAssam

The Assam BJP has appointed senior leader and sitting MLA Amiya Kumar Bhuyan from Bihpuria constituency as the vice president of its Assam unit. This decision is notable given the internal tensions regarding candidate selection for the upcoming state Assembly elections. BJP president Dilip Saikia expressed good wishes for Bhuyan's political future in the announcement. The party has chosen former Congress president Bhupen Kumar Borah, a recent defector to the BJP, as the candidate for Bihpuria, indicating a strategic adjustment aimed at enhancing electoral prospects. This appointment has caused dissent in the party, leading Bhuyan to resign in response to…

23 Mar

UXOs Safely Defused by Indian Army Following Assam Standoff Incident

riya EditorAssam

On 22 March 2026, ULFA(I) instigated a standoff attack near an Assam Police Commando camp in Jagun, Tinsukia district, Assam, around 0200 hours, which resulted in unexploded ordnance, including RPG and UBGL rounds. This posed significant dangers to the local community. In response, Red Shield Sappers and the Assam Rifles dispatched a Bomb Disposal team to the scene, establishing a secure perimeter and enforcing rigorous safety protocols. The unexploded devices were neutralized safely away from residential areas, averting any potential hazards to lives and property. The operation exemplified professionalism and strict adherence to procedures. The collaborated efforts effectively safeguarded the…

23 Mar

Assam Politics Heats Up as Nandita Gorlosa Switches to Indian National Congress Before Elections

riya EditorAssam

In a setback for the BJP before the Assam Assembly elections, minister Nandita Gorlosa has joined the Congress, planning to contest from the Haflong constituency in Dima Hasao hill district. Her switch was facilitated by the voluntary withdrawal of Congress candidate Nirmal Langthasa. The BJP has nominated Rupali Langthasa for the same seat. The Congress praised Gorlosa's contributions to Dima Hasao and criticized Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sharma for prioritizing corporate interests over tribal rights. Gorlosa, who became an MLA in 2021 and previously held positions as Power Minister and in Sports and Youth Welfare, joined the Congress with Langthasa…

23 Mar

Eight Dead After Devastating Road Mishap in Assam’s Dhekiajuli

riya EditorAssam

Eight individuals lost their lives in a tragic head-on collision involving an ambulance and a six-wheeler truck in Dhekiajuli, Assam, on Sunday night. The accident took place near Rubbertola on National Highway-15, as the ambulance was en route to a hospital from Tulip tea estate, carrying a patient and their relatives. Among the fatalities is an infant, highlighting the severity of the incident. The force of the collision resulted in the ambulance being reduced to a mangled mass of metal. It has been reported that the truck was navigating through Dhekiajuli town, allegedly to circumvent two toll gates on the…

22 Mar

ULFA (Independent) Claims Attack, Signals Possible Escalation

riya EditorAssam

ULFA (Independent) has claimed responsibility for "Operation Bujoni," a military-style attack on an Assam Police commando camp in Tinsukia district on March 22. The group indicated that it had previously refrained from armed activities following the 2021 Assam Assembly elections, acting on a "goodwill decision" in light of perceived peace overtures from Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s government. However, ULFA accused the police of breaching this understanding, citing the deaths of its members in alleged "fake encounters" and custodial actions, alongside arrests of its supporters under stringent laws. The group cited a recent drone and missile strike on its camp…

22 Mar

Ticket Snub by Raijor Dal Pushes Assam MLA to Trinamool Congress

riya EditorAssam

MLA Sherman Ali Ahmed has switched from Raijor Dal to the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC), which was announced following AITC's second list of candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, where Ahmed is set to contest from the Mandia constituency in Barpeta district. His transition is reportedly due to being denied a party ticket by Raijor Dal. Ahmed, a three-time MLA from Baghbor, has a history of party changes, having first been elected in 2011 as a candidate for the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF). After his expulsion from AIUDF, he joined Congress, achieving victory in the 2016…

22 Mar

After Years of Unrest, Kuki-Zo Council Holds Talks with Manipur CM, Seeks Peace

riya EditorAssam

In a significant development, the Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) engaged in a crucial meeting with the Government of Manipur, led by Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh, in Guwahati. This marked their first formal interaction in almost three years, occurring against the backdrop of ongoing ethnic tensions between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities. The meeting, lasting approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, primarily served as an ice-breaking session aimed at initiating dialogue after a prolonged period of conflict. Key issues were raised by the KZC delegation, particularly the urgent need to de-escalate tensions between the Kuki and Tangkhul communities. They emphasized that…

22 Mar

Assam Elections: Raijor Dal Releases Final Candidates, Akhil Gogoi in Sivasagar Race

riya EditorAssam

The Raijor Dal has finalized its candidates for the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, with nominations announced for several significant constituencies throughout the state. The list, approved by the party’s election committee, includes party president Akhil Gogoi contesting from Sivasagar and Pradip Kumar Baruah from Kaliabor. Additional nominees are Abul Mia (Gauripur), Abdur Basid Mondal (East Goalpara), Anjan Talukdar (Manas), Azizur Rahman (Dalgaon), Mehboob Muktar (Dhing), Alok Nath (Tezpur), Dulal Chandra Baruah (Sissiborgaon), Rahul Chettri (Margherita), Dulal Moran (Digboi), and Gyanashree Bora (Moriani). The candidate for Bokakhat will be revealed on March 22. In an arrangement with the Indian National Congress,…

22 Mar

Four Hurt as Grenade Explodes at Police Commando Camp in Assam’s Tinsukia

riya EditorAssam

Unknown assailants executed a pre-dawn assault on an Assam Police Commando camp in Jagun 10 Mile, Tinsukia district, around 2 am on Sunday. The attackers hurled at least five grenades and opened heavy gunfire. While no group has officially claimed responsibility, police suspect ULFA (Independent) involvement. Security personnel retaliated, engaging in a firefight for nearly 30 minutes in this sensitive area near Arunachal Pradesh. Four commandos were injured; three sustained minor wounds, while one was seriously hurt, and all were taken to a nearby hospital. The injured personnel have been identified as Chitrangjan Milli from Jorhat, Devashis Bora, and Ravi…