Gaurav Gogoi will lose badly in Jorhat polls, says Assam Deputy Speaker Momin
Assam BJP leader Numal Momin predicts a significant loss for State Congress President Gaurav Gogoi in the Jorhat constituency. Momin expressed confidence in the BJP securing a record-breaking victory in the upcoming assembly elections. Assam Minister Ranjeet Kumar Dass also defended the Orunodoi 3.0 scheme.
BJP unlikely to field Pabitra Margherita against Gaurav Gogoi in Jorhat
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has confirmed that Union Minister of State Pabitra Margherita will not contest the Jorhat assembly seat. The Bharatiya Janata Party will instead nominate a local candidate for the upcoming polls. Discussions are ongoing for the Sivasagar seat. The party plans to field a local candidate from Mahmora in 2026.
Both pilots killed as SU-30 MKI fighter jet crashes
NEW DELHI, Mar 6: Two pilots of the Indian Air Force (IAF) were killed in a crash of a Su-30 MKI fighter jet in Assams Karbi Anglong district. The IAF confirmed on Friday the deaths of Squadron Leader Anuj and Flight Lieutenant Purvesh Duragkar, a day after the Russian-origin aircraft went missing. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The jet was on a training sortie and disappeared from radar shortly after taking off from Jorhat airbase on Thursday. Click [] The post Both pilots killed as SU-30 MKI fighter jet crashes appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IAF pilot part of Operation Sindoor among 2 killed in Assam Sukhoi crash
Two IAF pilots, Squadron Leader Anuj Vashishth and Flight Lieutenant Purvesh Duragkar, were killed when their Su-30MKI jet crashed in Assam's Karbi Anglong district during a training sortie. The aircraft had taken off from Jorhat airbase and lost contact shortly after. Duragkar was known for his participation in Operation Sindoor last year.
2 IAF pilots killed in Su30MKI crash
Tragedy struck as two Indian Air Force pilots lost their lives in a Su30MKI fighter jet crash in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. The aircraft, which took off from Jorhat, lost radar contact on Thursday evening. The Indian Air Force has expressed deep condolences to the families of Sqn Ldr Anuj and Flt Lt Purvesh Duragkar.
A new beginning cut short: Pilot killed in SU-30 crash was soon to get married
A wedding celebration turned to mourning for Squadron Leader Anuj Vashisht's family in Gurugram. He was killed in a Su-30 MKI crash in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. The Indian Air Force confirmed his death along with Flight Lieutenant Purvesh Duragkar. The aircraft disappeared from radar after taking off from Jorhat airbase. The nation mourns the sacrifice of its brave sons.
IAF Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet crashes during training mission in Assam
The Su-30MKI which was on a training mission, crashed in the area of Karbi Anglong, Assam, approx 60 km from Jorhat, said IAF
Two IAF Pilots Killed As Sukhoi-30 Fighter Jet Crashes In Assam
GUWAHATI, Mar 6: Two Indian Air Force (IAF) pilots were killed after a Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter jet crashed in Assams Karbi Anglong district during a training mission, the IAF said on Friday. The aircraft had taken off from the Jorhat air base on Thursday evening and crashed about 60 km away in the hilly terrain [] The post Two IAF Pilots Killed As Sukhoi-30 Fighter Jet Crashes In Assam appeared first on Northlines .
IAF Su-30 MKI Crashes in Assam, Two Pilots Killed
Two Indian Air Force pilots, Squadron Leader Anuj and Flight Lieutenant Purvesh Duragkar, died after a Su-30 MKI fighter jet crashed post-mission from Jorhat, Assam. Investigation underway.
Su-30 Fighter Jet Crashes in Assam, Two Pilots Killed
SRINAGAR: Two pilots were killed in the crash of a Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter jet in Assams Karbi Anglong district, the Indian Air Force said here on Friday. The jet, which was on a training mission, crashed approximately 60 km from Jorhat air base, from where it had taken off on Thursday evening. IAF acknowledges the []
Two IAF pilots killed in Su-30 MKI aircraft crash in Assam's Karbi Anglong
The Su-30MKI, which was on a training mission, crashed in the area of Karbi Anglong, approximately 60 k.m. from Jorhat on Thursday (March 5), the Indian Air Force (IAF) said in a brief statement.
Two Pilots Killed in Crash of Sukhoi-30 Fighter Jet in Assam
The jet, which was on a training mission, crashed approximately 60 km from Jorhat air base, from where it had taken off on Thursday evening
2 Air Force Pilots Killed In Sukhoi Su-30 Crash In Assam
The Su-30MKI was on a training mission and had gone missing shortly after taking off from the Jorhat airbase in Assam.
SU-30 MKI Aircraft Of IAF Crashes In Assams Karbi Anglong
New Delhi, Mar 6: A Su-30 MKI fighter jet of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed in Assams Karbi Anglong district on Thursday. The IAF said the search operation for the aircraft is underway. There is no information on the pilots of the aircraft. The Su-30MKI, which was on a training mission, crashed in the area of Karbi Anglong, approximately 60 km from Jorhat, the IAF said in a brief statement. Search operations are underway, it said. Earlier, officials said [] The post SU-30 MKI Aircraft Of IAF Crashes In Assams Karbi Anglong appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sukhoi-30 fighter jet goes missing over Assam; IAF launches search operations
An Indian Air Force Sukhoi-30 fighter jet has gone missing over Assam's Karbi Anglong district. The aircraft took off from Jorhat air base and lost radar contact on Thursday evening. Search and rescue operations are underway with all available resources. Locals reported a possible crash in a forested area.
The Congress party has unveiled its initial list of 42 candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, launching its campaign early. Key figures like Gaurav Gogoi and Debabrata Saikia will contest from Jorhat and Nazira respectively, as the party seeks to regain power after a significant hiatus.
Congress announces 42 candidates for Assam polls; Gaurav Gogoi to contest from Jorhat
The Congress party has unveiled its initial list of 42 candidates for the upcoming Assam assembly elections. Prominent figures like Gaurav Gogoi will make their assembly debut. The polls will be held in redrawn constituencies following a 2023 delimitation exercise. Several new faces and children of former leaders are among the nominees. The elections are scheduled for March-April this year.
Assam Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi to contest from Jorhat; party releases first list for Assam polls
The Congress has unveiled its initial list of 42 candidates for the upcoming 2026 Assam Assembly elections. APCC chief Gaurav Gogoi will contest from Jorhat. The list features nominations across Upper Assam, Lower Assam, and Barak Valley. Senior leaders and sitting MLAs have been included. Further candidate announcements are anticipated in upcoming lists.
Assam villagers resist excavation for flood mitigation project
Police serve notice to Raijor Dal leader Debanga Sourav Gogoi, an IIM alumnus, for allegedly instigating farmers around a network of wetlands in Jorhat district
Gaurav Gogoi Likely To Contest Assam Assembly Polls From Jorhat
Congress considers name of sitting MPs also for candidature
Assam polls: Congress finalises candidates for 40 seats; Gaurav Gogoi likely to contest from Jorhat
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi is reportedly set to contest the upcoming Assam assembly elections from the Jorhat constituency. This move follows the party's finalization of candidates for 40 seats. Gogoi, currently an MP from Jorhat, gained national attention for initiating the no-confidence motion against the Modi government.
Assam Rifles inducts indigenous dog breeds at Jorhat centre under Atmanirbhar push
The Assam Rifles Dog Training Centre in Jorhat is embracing self-reliance by training indigenous dog breeds. This initiative aligns with the Union Home Ministry's directive. These dogs are being trained for crucial roles like tracking and detecting narcotics and explosives. This move marks a significant step towards utilizing local breeds for national security.
Army Objects To Hospital Near Border In Assam, Top Court Calls For Solution
A proposed multi-speciality hospital overlooking a military camp near the sensitive Indo-Bangladesh border at Jorhat in Assam has become a flashpoint in the Supreme Court after the Army objected to its construction.
Himanta Launches Financial Assistance Scheme For Udasin Bhakats
Pointing out that a total of 620 Udasin Bhakats will benefit from the initiative, the chief minister said that these include 10 from Barpeta, eight from Dhubri, eight from Goalpara, six from Golaghat, 54 from Jorhat, 14 from Kamrup, 22 from Lakhimpur, 474 from Majuli, seven from Nagaon, six from Nalbari, five from Sivasagar, three from Sonitpur and three from Udalguri
The issue of poor quality National Highways was raised in the Parliament, particularly the NH-37 between Jorhat and Dibrugarh in Assam damaged after heavy rainfall
Alliance Air, under the Government of India, connectssmaller cities and Tier-2 and Tier-3 towns to the main aviation network,bringing remote regions into India's aviation network. Building on this regional focus, the state-owned carrier introduced the Fare Se Fursat (One Route, One Fare) model last month, marking a significant step towards affordable, uniform ticketing across its routes. The initiative covers sectors such as Delhi-Shimla, Shimla-Dharamshala, Hisar-Chandigarh, Jabalpur-Jagdalpur, and Jalgaon-Ahmedabad, among others. These routes underscore the enduring significance of a public airline in connecting diverse geographies and fostering balanced regional development. Further connections such as Vidyanagar-Bengaluru, Kochi-Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar-Rourkela, and those in the northern and northeastern regions, including Guwahati-Aizawl, Imphal-Dimapur, and Jorhat-Tezu, demonstrate the airlines expanding network. By bringing previously unexplored destinations into focus, Alliance Air supports the governments effort to strengthen regional air connectivity. Meanwhile, the introduction of Fare Se Fursat reflects a well-structured measure to encourage domestic air travel and reinforce Indias aviation ecosystem. Industry experts view this model, launched under the broader framework of the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) regional connectivity programme, as a potential turning point for affordable and inclusive air travel nationwide. Jaideep Mirchandani, Group Chairman Sky One The purpose of aviation itself is to make air travel more people-oriented. One of the major concerns for passengers has always been the airfare. During peak seasons, they often have to pay higher prices, and when booking at short notice, they bear the impact of volatility. And if the state comes forward to address this concern, it is undoubtedly a positive step , ,said Jaideep Mirchandani, group chairman of Sky One . According to the official statement, Alliance Air will introduce a single fixed fare that remains unchanged, regardless of the booking date, even on the day of departure. This pilot initiative will be in effect from October 13 to December 31, 2025. Although it will initially apply only to selected routes, further decisions will be taken after assessing its operational feasibility and passenger response. The key question however is just who stands to benefit the most from this move? I think passengers who travel frequently between Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities will benefit the most. Alliance Air generally operates on short and medium routes under the UDAN scheme. Its fleet mainly consists of ATR 72-600 turboprop aircraft, which are suitable for smaller airports and can carry up to 72 passengers. The airline also operates a few ATR 42-600 aircraft with a capacity of 48 passengers and one Indian-made Dornier 228 aircraft that can accommodate 17 passengers. Naturally, this approach will make air travel more people-friendly, added Mr Mirchandani . The aviation expert says that measures related to fares and amenities, which may seem insignificant to high-net-worth individuals, hold great value for the common traveller. Without assigning blame, he points out that initiatives such as UDAN Yatri Cafes, offering tea for Rs 10, coffee for Rs 20, and snacks for Rs 20 at airports, can make a real difference to regular passengers. Gone are the days when air travel was seen as a privilege of the elite. It should be accessible to more people, ensuring dignity and affordability. We are now addressing one of the biggest concerns of passengers: airfare. I am curious to see howthis move will impact private airlines in the country after the pilot phase. It will be interesting to observe how they adapt and incorporate similar measures within their domestic realms , concluded Mr Mirchandani .
Inter-district movement of live pigs banned in Assam amid African Swine Fever outbreak
GUWAHATI: The Assam government has banned inter-district movement of live pigs with immediate effect, amid an alarming rise in cases of African Swine Fever (ASF) across the state, officials said. Sale of pork has also been prohibited in seven districts, which have reported high concentrations of ASF cases, an order issued by the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department said on Sunday. It said that ASF, with a 100 per cent mortality rate, has devastated the piggery industry in the state. ASF cases have been alarmingly rising across the state with no bound since January this year, with 297 epicentres reported, spreading to almost all districts with more concentration in seven of them, the order said. These seven districts are Dhemaji, Kamrup, Lakhimpur, Sivasagar, Darrang, Jorhat and Dibrugarh. The order said 84 epicentres were notified during the month of October alone. In view of the situation and under provisions of the Prevention and Control of Infectious and Contagious Diseases in Animals Act, 2009, the inter-district movement of live pigs in the state has been banned for the time being with immediate effect, and until further notice to prevent further spread of the disease, it added.
