Opp challenges KHADC to revive stalled 2018 electoral amendment
The 2018 amendment was designed to overhaul the entire Assam & Meghalaya (Constitution of District Councils) Rules framework By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 26: KHADC Opposition Leader Titosstarwell Chyne has challenged the Executive Committee (EC) to stop cherry-picking amendments and instead resurrect the comprehensive 2018 reform bill currently gathering dust in the state governments Expert []
Assam Elections Crucial for Assamese Identity, Says Sarbananda Sonowal
Guwahati, March 27: Central Minister Sarbananda Sonowal stated that the upcoming Assam Assembly elections are vital for the Assamese community. He emphasized that the people are seeking a permanent solution to long-standing issues, particularly illegal immigration. Addressing reporters, Sonowal noted that immigration from Bangladesh has been a serious concern for decades, affecting the states socio-cultural ... Read more Assam Elections Crucial for Assamese Identity, Says Sarbananda Sonowal
Assam Elections: BJP Aims for Majority Without Allies in Upcoming Vote
New Delhi, March 27: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is gearing up for the Assam Assembly elections scheduled for April 9, aiming for a third consecutive victory and seeking to achieve a majority on its own for the first time. Since coming to power in 2016, the BJP has consistently held around 60 seats in ... Read more Assam Elections: BJP Aims for Majority Without Allies in Upcoming Vote
Assam Minister Piyush Hazarika Claims Congress Will Never Return to Power
Guwahati, March 27: Assam Minister Piyush Hazarika asserted on Thursday that the Congress party will never regain power in the state. He made this statement while campaigning for NDA candidate Tapan Das in the Dimoria assembly constituency. Addressing several election rallies in his constituency, Hazarika claimed that the people of Assam have lost faith in ... Read more Assam Minister Piyush Hazarika Claims Congress Will Never Return to Power
West Asia tensions stoke fuel & export fears in Assam
Concerns over energy supplies are rising in Assam due to the West Asia crisis. Opposition parties are highlighting queues at fuel stations as an election issue. The state government, however, assures that petrol, diesel, and LPG are readily available. Local refineries produce more fuel than the state consumes, ensuring a surplus.
Assam Chief Minister Claims 150,000 Hectares of Land Cleared of Encroachment
Guwahati, March 27: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Thursday that if the BJP returns to power in the upcoming assembly elections, his government will intensify its anti-encroachment campaign, aiming to free up to 500,000 hectares of encroached land. While campaigning for BJP candidate Neelima Devi in Mangaldoi, Sarma launched a sharp attack ... Read more Assam Chief Minister Claims 150,000 Hectares of Land Cleared of Encroachment
Assam election: NPP fields candidates in three constituencies for the April 9 election
The party led by Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma eyes a bigger goal of becoming a political force across eight Northeastern States by contesting three seats in Assam
Assam BJP Must Rise Above Ticket Disputes: Senior Leader Bijoy Chakraborty
Guwahati, March 26: Ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, discontent is brewing within the BJP regarding the denial of tickets to several incumbent legislators. In this context, former MP and senior leader Bijoy Chakraborty emphasized on Thursday that the party must prioritize its collective interests over individual aspirations. He urged leaders and workers to avoid ... Read more Assam BJP Must Rise Above Ticket Disputes: Senior Leader Bijoy Chakraborty
Assam polls: 722 candidates in fray after 67 withdraw nomination
As many as 722 candidates are set to contest the Assam Legislative Assembly elections after 67 withdrew their nominations on Thursday. A total of 815 candidates initially filed nominations for the 126 constituencies. The elections are scheduled to be held on April 9.
Bhupesh Baghel Criticizes Assams Fake Congress Ahead of Elections
Raipur, March 26: Senior Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel has labeled the upcoming assembly elections in Assam, scheduled for April 9, as a battle against the fake Congress led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Speaking to reporters, Baghel stated that corruption has reached unprecedented levels under Sarmas leadership, and his arrogance is at an all-time ... Read more Bhupesh Baghel Criticizes Assams Fake Congress Ahead of Elections
Bulldozer Action In 5 Lakh Bighas: Himanta Sarma's Big Assam Poll Promise
Targeting the Congress party's vision of Bor Axom (Greater Assam), Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a strong ideological attack on Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president Gaurav Gogoi.
Debates about generative AI in higher education have been informed by studies of completed student papers, or self-reported survey data. Research shows that artificial intelligence tools can support learning, but also has raised concerns, including students overreliance, cheating, and the potential degradation of critical thinking and engagement. While these types of studies provide interesting snapshots of reported practices, their methodologies may hide something important: how writing actually unfolds while students are composing with the assistance of AI. A pilot study I led of undergraduate writers at Kennesaw State University takes a different approach. Using think-aloud protocols a method where
Waste being used to tackle erosion poses a health risk an anthropologist explains the dilemma
I was standing with a waste management supervisor lets call him David at the back of a major fruit and vegetable market in Dar es Salaam, the biggest city in Tanzania. David and I watched as his team raked the markets waste from a holding bay into the back of a big, yellow tipper truck. Were not taking this to Pugu, David said. Were taking this to an illegal site. Pugu is Dar es Salaams only official landfill site. All of the rotten produce, peel, leaves, water bottles, soft plastic and cardboard being loaded into the truck should
Assam election: Three much for NPPs greater goal in the Northeast
The party led by Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma eyes a bigger goal of becoming a political force across eight Northeastern States by contesting three seats in Assam
IPL 2026: SRH-RR Game To Kickstart Second Phase Of Competition, CSK-MI To Meet Twice
Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said on Thursday that a game between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals on April 13 will begin the second phase of the 2026 season. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said venues for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 playoffs will be announced later. Earlier, the BCCI announced the IPL 2026 schedule for the first 20 games due to elections in Assam, West Bengal, and Tamil Nadu. But once the Election Commission of India (ECI) gave the clear dates and timelines around it, the BCCI has now come up with the schedule of the second phase of the competition -- with 50 matches to be played across 12 venues from April 13 to May 24. The league stage will resume with SRH, the 2016 champions, hosting inaugural winners RR at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on April 13. Matches in the second phase of the competition will be staged in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Dharamsala, Raipur, and New Chandigarh. The eight double-headers are lined up, with afternoon games starting at 3:30 p.m. IST and evening fixtures at 7:30 p.m. Punjab Kings will split their home matches between PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh and HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala, which will host three games. RR will play their remaining four games at their primary home venue the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, while defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will host three matches in Bengaluru before hosting the rest of their two home games at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur. Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians will face off twice in the second phase. The first meeting between CSK and MI will happen on April 23 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, while the next clash is set to happen at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on May 2. RR will play their remaining four games at their primary home venue the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, while defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will host three matches in Bengaluru before hosting the rest of their two home games at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The first leg will start with a match between defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on March 28. Article Source: IANS
Pratap Technocrats signs Rs 8,025 crore pact with BSNL for BharatNet Prog
Telecom firm Pratap Technocrats has secured a Rs 8,025 crore contract with BSNL to design, build, operate, and maintain BharatNet Phase III in Rajasthan, Haryana, and Assam. This significant agreement will enhance rural broadband infrastructure, supporting digital services and economic opportunities across these states.
Assam Polls: Sarma Vows to Reclaim 5 Lakh Bigha, Opposition Cries Fear Politics
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma pledges to evict 5 lakh bigha of land from illegal possession of Bangladeshi national in next term as Congress vows to uproot BJP govt
Assam tribes herbal remedies reveal 39 medicinal plants with healing potential: Study
Meet Kunki Chowdhury, The Youngest Candidate In Assam Polls
In Assam's high-stakes election battle, hotseat Central Guwahati is witnessing a striking generational face-off. BJP veteran Vijay Kumar Gupta, with years of political experience, takes on Assam Jatiya Parishad's Kunki Choudhary.
'BJP should form govt in Israel': Congress leader Pramod Tiwari's 'fatherland' jibe at Assam CM
You are a Chief Minister. As a Chief Minister, you must be somewhat educated. You must have some knowledge. In a democracy, the government will obviously be formed within the borders of India. If you insist on Congress forming a government in Pakistan, your government should form in Israel, as it is your fatherland. Your Prime Minister has said so, Tiwari told ANI.
Gen Z Candidate Up Against BJP Veteran In This Assam Constituency
On one side is BJP's seasoned politician Vijay Kumar Gupta, on the other, is a political debutante and a Gen Z, Kunki Chowdhury of the Assam Jatiya Parishad, also the youngest candidate.
One Tech Tip: Heres how AI can and cant help you in your job hunt
Rudrapur, Uttarakhand, Mar 26, 2026 For many job seekers, it might seem like theres never been a harder time to find a job. Hiring for white-collar jobs has been especially weak, part of what economists call a low-hire, low-fire job market in which businesses are largely holding onto their workers while hiring remains sluggish, making it difficult for younger workers to land permanent work. Technology is also shaking up the hiring process. Automated systems enable job seekers to easily apply to more jobs, but those same systems also makes it even tougher to get noticed. According to data from hiring
Bus sinks in Bangladesh river, killing at least 18 people
DHAKA, Bangladesh, March 26, 2026 (AP) A bus carrying about 50 people plunged into a major river in central Bangladesh as it was driving onto a ferry, leaving at least 18 people dead, authorities said Thursday. The bus plunged into the River Padma Wednesday afternoon in Rajbari district, about 84 kilometers (52 miles) from the capital, Dhaka, said fire official Dewan Sohel Rana. The bus was traveling to the capital from the southwestern district of Kushtia as people return to work after the Islamic festival of Eid al-Fitr. Rana said many of the passengers swam to safety after the
Iran rejects US ceasefire plan, issues its own demands as strikes land across the Mideast
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, March 26, 2026 (AP) Iran on Wednesday dismissed an American plan to pause the war in the Middle East and launched more attacks on Israel and Gulf Arab countries, including strikes that hit a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, sparking a fire. Irans defiance came as Israel launched airstrikes on Tehran and as the United States deployed paratroopers and more Marines to the region. Irans Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in an interview on state TV that his government has not engaged in talks to end the war, and we do not plan on
Melania Trump presents humanoid AI robot that speaks Bengali, 10 other languages
Washington, (Mar 26 (PTI) US First Lady Melania Trump was escorted at a global summit at the White House by a black and white humanoid AI robot that spoke in 11 different languages, including Bengali. Created by robotics company Figure, the humanoid robot was introduced as the first American-made humanoid guest in the White House by Trump to a gathering of First Spouses from 45 countries for the inaugural meeting of the Fostering the Future Together global coalition. The robot, named Figure 3 welcomed the gathering, which included First Ladies from France and Israel Brigitte Macron and Sara Netanyahu respectively,
WASHINGTON, March 26, 2026 (AP) President Donald Trump predicted Wednesday that his party will have larger congressional majorities after Novembers midterm elections, even as political warning signs that have privately worried some Republicans for months are starting to flash red. While Trump said the U.S. is winning so big in the war in Iran, it is keeping gas prices high, travelers are facing unprecedented airport security wait times and Americans remain concerned about steep costs of living. The latest sign of trouble came this week from Trumps own backyard as Democrat Emily Gregory won a Florida special election to
Lone rangers flex their muscle against alliances in Assam battle
The non-aligned entities include All India United Democratic Front, United Peoples Party Liberation, and All India Trinamool Congress
Residents defy Assam polls, await re-transfer of Block-I
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 25: Peeved with the prolonged inaction over the Meghalaya-Assam border issue, residents in the disputed areas have refused to participate in elections conducted in Assam for years now, maintaining that voting would create the impression of accepting Assams jurisdiction even as their demand for the re-transfer of Block I to []
Agatha out of NPPs star campaigners list
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 25: Following a controversy over the inclusion of Meghalaya State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (MSCPCR) Chairperson Agatha K. Sangmas name in the list of star campaigners for the National Peoples Party (NPP) for the Assam Legislative Assembly elections and a by-election in Nagaland, the party has now written []
Tension in Assam's Kokrajhar over beef claim; 7 held for vandalism
The incident occurred at No. 3 Nayasara village under the Salakati police outpost. According to the police, trouble started after locals alleged that suspected cow meat had been deliberately thrown into the courtyard.
Congress Faces Setback as Candidates Nomination Rejected in Assam Elections
Guwahati, March 26: The Congress party has suffered a significant setback ahead of the Assam Assembly elections. The nomination of their candidate, Mahananda Sarkar, for the Barpeta seat was rejected during scrutiny on Wednesday. According to election officials, Sarkars nomination was declared invalid due to discrepancies found in Form-A. This form is a crucial document ... Read more Congress Faces Setback as Candidates Nomination Rejected in Assam Elections
Assam polls: Congress candidate Mahananda Sarkar's nomination cancelled
Congress candidate Mahananda Sarkar's nomination from Barpeta was cancelled due to procedural lapses. The Election Commission of India completed scrutiny for Assam's 126 Assembly Constituencies, with 789 candidates found valid for the April 9, 2026 polls. Preparations are underway to ensure a violence-free and festive election.
'Accidental drowning': Singapore court on Assamese singer Zubeen Garg's death
Singapore's coroner has confirmed Assamese singer Zubeen Garg's death was accidental drowning, aligning with police findings of no foul play. Evidence indicated alcohol consumption and refusal to wear a life vest before entering the water from a yacht. This ruling has ignited political discussion in Assam ahead of upcoming polls.
JMM entry shakes up BJP bastion in Assam's tea belt
JMM has fielded 21 candidates for the elections to the 126-member Assam assembly. Assam is home to nearly 60 lakh tea tribe and Adivasi voters.
Singapore report ignites Zubeen death issue in Assam
While Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the Singapore courts ruling makes the SIT case stronger, Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi terms it a gift for those accused of killing him
BJPs emphasis on peace and development has led to optimism, says CM Sarma
At a rally in Hojai, central Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma promised two lakh government jobs for the youth over the next five years
Neutral parties gain traction in Assam fight between two blocs
The non-aligned entities include All India United Democratic Front, United Peoples Party Liberation, and All India Trinamool Congress
Election Commission Conducts Training Session for Assam Assembly Elections
Guwahati, March 25: The Election Commission of India held an online review and training session on Wednesday for district election officers, police superintendents, police commissioners, and other relevant officials in Assam. This session was organized in preparation for the upcoming assembly elections scheduled for April 9 in the state. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar stated ... Read more Election Commission Conducts Training Session for Assam Assembly Elections
Communal Tension Erupts In Assams Kokrajhar, Seven Detained, Houses Of Minority Community Vandalised
Police said that they have arrested seven persons soon after the incident came to light: Reports
Assam's political landscape is heating up alongside spring festivities, with the BJP aiming for a solo majority against a resurgent Congress. Key contests include Himanta Biswa Sarma versus Gaurav Gogoi, while issues like identity, infiltration, and development shape the electoral battleground. Post-delimitation changes add another layer to this defining election.
Assam CM Criticizes Opposition Leader Over Zubeen Gargs Death Comments
Guwahati, March 25: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma targeted opposition leader Lurin Jyoti Gogoi on Wednesday regarding his comments about seeking justice in the case of singer Zubeen Gargs death. Sarma stated that Gogoi is not a judge, but merely a candidate in elections. While campaigning in Lumding, the Chief Minister criticized Gogois statement ... Read more Assam CM Criticizes Opposition Leader Over Zubeen Gargs Death Comments
PM Modi likely to address two major rallies in Assam on April 1
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address two key election rallies in Assams Bihpuria and Gohpur on April 1, aiming to boost the Bharatiya Janata Party campaign ahead of the Assembly elections
This eco retreat in Assam is where the Brahmaputra meets the one-horned rhino
A stay at Rhino & River Wildlife Retreat and Spa blends wildlife safaris, river cruises and Assamese hospitality
ED Freezes Assets Worth 55.33 Lakhs of Shifa Hospital Owner in Assam
Guwahati, March 25: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken significant action under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) of 2002. The agency has temporarily frozen assets worth approximately 55.33 lakhs belonging to Mobjil Hussain Barbhuiya, the proprietor of Shifa Hospital and Research Center located in the Hailakandi district of Assam. This action is part ... Read more ED Freezes Assets Worth 55.33 Lakhs of Shifa Hospital Owner in Assam
Assam elections 2026: BJP releases first list of 88 candidates, CM Sarma to contest from Jalukbari
Polling for 126 assembly constituencies will be held on April 9, while counting will be on May 4
Iran military spokesperson says US is negotiating with itself
March 25 (Reuters) The United States is negotiating with itself, an Iranian military spokesman said according to state media on Wednesday, a day after U.S. President Donald Trump said Tehran wants to make a deal to end the war in the Middle East. A 15-point plan aimed at putting an end to the conflict was drafted by Washington and sent to Tehran, a person familiar with the matter told Reuters on Tuesday. Has the level of your inner struggle reached the stage of you negotiating with yourself? Ebrahim Zolfaqari, spokesperson for the unified command of Irans armed forces, Khatam
Israel wants to destroy Irans nuclear programme. But should it have nuclear weapons itself?
Queensland, Mar 25 (The Conversation) Israels avowed goal in the Middle East war is to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Yet, the double standard associated with this is hardly sustainable in the long run. The worst-kept secret in the world of nuclear politics is that Israel possesses a formidable arsenal of nuclear weapons. It began developing these in the 1950s and reached a fully operational capability by the late 1960s. Although Israel refuses to confirm or deny this fact, arms control organisations have assessed that the country has some 8090 nuclear weapons. In recent days, Iran targeted Israels nuclear
Rupee falls 18 paise to 93.94 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Mar 25 (PTI) The rupee fell 18 paise to 93.94 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday as sustained foreign fund outflows kept investors on the edge. However, a drop in global crude oil prices, a weaker greenback, and a strong opening at the domestic equity markets prevented sharper losses in the local unit, forex traders said. Foreign fund outflows amid uncertainties over the West Asia crisis further weighed on the local unit, forex traders said. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 93.94 against the US dollar, down 18 paise from its previous
Himanta's allegations linking me to Pakistan wild theory existing in his head: Gaurav Gogoi
What we are saying about his family, his wealth, corruption, and the benefit that the government machinery is giving to his wifes company that is for everybody to see, claimed Assam Congress President Gaurav Gogoi
Stock markets rally in early trade on slump in oil prices, positive trend in Asian peers
Mumbai, Mar 25 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their previous sessions rally in early trade on Wednesday, tracking a sharp decline in crude oil prices and a positive trend in Asian markets, amid hopes of de-escalation in the West Asia war. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 885.32 points to 74,953.77 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty surged 307.65 points to 23,220.05. From the 30-Sensex firms, Mahindra & Mahindra, UltraTech Cement, Adani Ports, HDFC Bank, Trent and Eternal were the biggest gainers. Tech Mahindra and Infosys were the laggards. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, tumbled 4.34 per
Himanta's allegations linking me to Pakistan is a wild theory that exists in his head: Gaurav Gogoi
Assam Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi refutes Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's claims of links to Pakistan. Gogoi calls the allegations a 'wild theory' exposing Sarma's weakness. He contrasts Sarma's 'fiction' with Congress's documented allegations of corruption. Gogoi asserts national security is above politics and criticizes Sarma's tactics.
Over 150 fall ill after suspected food poisoning at Assam wedding
Two critically sick persons have been admitted to Diphu Medical College and Hospital here, while the others were undergoing treatment at the local government health facility, he said.
Not afraid of anyone: Akhil Gogoi says on Kushal Dowari's threat to 'politically kill' him
Assam Elections: BJP candidate Kushal Dowari's threat to 'politically kill' Raijor Dal chief Akhil Gogoi has drawn criticism from allies and opponents alike. Gogoi called Dowari's remarks an insult to Sivasagar, while Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma urged a refrain from negative politics. Dowari, a former militant, had previously won as an independent.
Assam floats tender for satellites to monitor floods, borders
Chief Minister Sarma announced the projectin the 2025-26 State Budget; The procurement is for at least five satellites in low-earth orbit
Agathas name in NPP star campaigners list stirs controversy
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 24: A controversy has erupted over the inclusion of Meghalaya State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (MSCPCR) Chairperson Agatha K. Sangmas name in the list of star campaigners for the National Peoples Party (NPP) ahead of the Assam Legislative Assembly elections and a by-election in Nagaland. According to the []
ED Freezes Assets Worth 2.15 Crore of Former Assam Food Safety Officer
Guwahati, March 25: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has temporarily frozen assets worth approximately 2.15 crore belonging to Munindra Bhuyan, a former senior food safety officer of the Assam government. This action is part of an investigation into disproportionate assets under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. The EDs Guwahati zonal office reported that ... Read more ED Freezes Assets Worth 2.15 Crore of Former Assam Food Safety Officer
Assam Assembly Elections: Identity debate heats up over BJP pick Vijay Gupta in Guwahati
Gupta, a long-time organisational figure in the party, was given the ticket after the BJP dropped Asom Gana Parishad's Ramendra Narayan Kalita. The BJP has taken the seat from its ally AGP.
NDA set for big victory in Assam, Congress in disarray, says Baijayant Jay Panda
BJP's Assam in-charge Baijayant Jay Panda anticipates a historic mandate for the NDA, citing strong pro-incumbency and widespread admiration for PM Modi's focus on the Northeast. He highlighted Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's dynamism and the 'Safe Assam and developed Assam' campaign's resonance with the public, while also expressing concerns about the AIUDF's impact on the state's demographics and culture.
The election commission of India said that the nomination of Congress nominee Bidisha Neog from Jalukbari was among three Congress nominations rejected.
Assam Chief Minister Sarma Criticizes Congress Amid Election Nomination Issues
Guwahati, March 24: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a sharp attack on Congress regarding the cancellation of its candidate nominations on Tuesday. He also announced several development promises and welfare measures ahead of the elections. Sarma remarked, If Congress is unhappy, they can go to Pakistan to contest elections. Notably, the Election Commission ... Read more Assam Chief Minister Sarma Criticizes Congress Amid Election Nomination Issues
ED Seizes 13.41 Crore in Assam Ponzi Scheme Investigation
Guwahati, March 24: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has temporarily seized assets worth 13.41 crore linked to a significant Ponzi scheme involving DB Stock Consultancy and its owner, Dipankar Barman. This action was taken by the EDs regional office in Guwahati on Tuesday. The seizure falls under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) of 2002. ... Read more ED Seizes 13.41 Crore in Assam Ponzi Scheme Investigation
Assam candidate has 37 bank accounts, 32 vehicles
Sewli Mohilary, the wife of Bodoland Territorial Council chief, is far behind AIUDF chief, Mohammed Badruddin Ajmal, who declared assets worth 222.34 crore
From rangoli to vlogging: EC drive to up voter turnout in Assam
The voting percentage in Assam dipped in 2021 after increasing steadily since 2001
NHM Assam Invites Applications for Specialist Doctors Until April 5
Guwahati, March 24: A significant opportunity has emerged for those looking to join the medical field and assist patients. The National Health Mission (NHM) of Assam has officially announced the recruitment of 20 specialist doctor positions. The NHM is seeking applications for various specialist roles, including 5 positions for Obstetrics and Gynecology specialists, 6 for ... Read more NHM Assam Invites Applications for Specialist Doctors Until April 5
24 Vacancies Announced at Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited
Guwahati, March 24: Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited (BVFCL) in Assam has released an official notification for the recruitment of 24 positions, including Senior Manager and other roles, for those seeking government jobs. The available positions include Senior Manager (Finance), Deputy Manager (Finance), Safety Officer, Civil Engineer, Deputy Manager (HR), and Officer (HR), with one ... Read more 24 Vacancies Announced at Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited
Study finds high consumption of ultra-processed foods linked with reduced fertility in men
New Delhi, Mar 24 (PTI) A new study suggests that consuming higher amounts of ultra-processed foods may be linked to reduced fertility in men, slower growth in early embryos, and smaller yolk sacs essential for early embryonic development. Even though ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are so common in our diets, very little is known about their potential relationship with fertility outcomes, and early human development, said lead researcher Dr Romy Gaillard, a paediatrician and associate professor of developmental epidemiology at Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Researchers said until now no study has investigated the combined impact of both
Gold rebounds Rs 1,200 to Rs 1.44 lakh/10g in Delhi; silver stays flat
New Delhi, Mar 24 (PTI) Gold prices snapped a four-day losing streak and climbed Rs 1,200 to Rs 1.44 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital on Tuesday, while silver remained flat at Rs 2.30 lakh per kilogram, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 1,43,600 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) on Monday. Traders attributed the rebound in domestic gold prices to a recovery in global commodity markets and some buying at lower levels after recent sharp declines. In the international markets, spot gold rebounded
United Airlines bets bigger on premium travel as Iran war drives up fuel costs
CHICAGO, March 24 (Reuters) United Airlines on Tuesday unveiled a broad aircraft and cabin overhaul centered on higher-end seating, pressing ahead with its long-term growth plan days after warning that oil could stay above $100 a barrel through 2027 and outlining plans to trim some flights in response. The Chicago-based carrier said it expects to receive more than 250 aircraft by April 2028, including 68 Airbus, A321neo Coastliner and A321XLR jets with lie-flat Polaris business-class seats and larger premium cabins. The move comes after Chief Executive Scott Kirby said last week that United would trim about five percentage points
What's In Room 501? BJP Dismisses Assam Party's Fake IT Cell Charge
The Asom Jatiya Parishad (AJP) accused Assam BJP of operating a fake IT cell from room No. 501 at the party's Atal Bihari Vajpayee Bhawan in Guwahati
Interstate drug smugglers gang busted, five arrested
Bihar police have busted an interstate drug ring, arresting five individuals in Patna and Darbhanga. Authorities seized over 345 grams of heroin, valued at approximately Rs 68 lakh, along with vehicles and gold. The network spans Bihar and Assam, with some arrested individuals having prior convictions.
NeuEN JV Wins 10,000 TPA Green Hydrogen Supply Deal from Numaligarh Refinery
NeuEN Green Energy will supply 10,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually to Numaligarh Refinery Limited. A new green hydrogen production facility will be established at the refinery in Assam. Commercial operations are scheduled to commence in 2028. This initiative supports the refinery's carbon emission reduction goals. The project aligns with India's energy transition and net-zero ambitions.
Investors take Rs 48.29 lakh cr hit in wealth amid West Asia war; Sensex plunges 10.5 pc
New Delhi, Mar 23 (PTI) Investors wealth has eroded by a whopping Rs 48.29 lakh crore since the start of the West Asia war on February 28, sending shock waves across global markets and driving the BSE Sensex lower by 10.56 per cent. Since the conflict began, the BSE benchmark Sensex has tumbled 8,590.8 points or 10.56 per cent, and the NSE Nifty lost 2,666 points or 10.58 per cent. The market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies eroded by Rs 48.29 lakh crore (Rs 48,29,041.45 crore) to Rs 415 lakh crore (Rs 4,15,21,629.82 crore) since then. The US and Israel launched
Iran pours missiles into Israel and mocks Trumps talk of joint control of strait
WASHINGTON/JERUSALEM/TEL AVIV, March 24 (Reuters) Iran launched waves of missiles at Israel on Tuesday, the Israeli military said, a day after U.S. President Donald Trump said there had been very good and productive talks aiming at halting the conflict raging across the Middle East. Three senior Israeli officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said Trump appeared determined to reach a deal, but that they thought it highly unlikely that Iran would agree to U.S. demands in any new round of negotiations. After Trumps Truth Social comment on Monday, Iran said no talks had yet been held. Irans embassy in
No Use In Voting For Chumma Baba In Sivasagar: Assam CM's Jibe At Akhil Gogoi
The BJP has decided to go for a friendly contest in Sivasagar with its alliance partner Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), also fielding a candidate from the constituency
BPCL-Sembcorp JV secures green hydrogen supply deal with Numaligarh Refinery
NeuEN Green Energy will supply 10,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually to Numaligarh Refinery Ltd. A new production facility will be built in Assam, starting operations in 2028. This project supports refinery decarbonisation and India's energy security. It combines Bharat Petroleum's market reach with Sembcorp's renewable energy expertise. This initiative marks a significant step in India's green hydrogen ambitions.
Assets of Assam Cong chief Gaurav Gogoi, wife jump to Rs 7.57 crore from Rs 4.66 crore in 2024
Gaurav Gogoi and his wife Elizabeth Clare Gogoi's assets have seen a significant rise. Their combined wealth is projected to reach Rs 7.57 crore by 2026, up from Rs 4.66 crore in 2024. Elizabeth Clare Gogoi holds a larger portion of these assets. Gogoi is contesting his first Assembly election.
Assam Rifles celebrates 191st Raising Day
KOLKATA: (Mar 24) The Assam Rifles, one of the oldest paramilitary forces in India, celebrated its 191st Raising Day on Tuesday, with its Director General Lt General Vikas Lakhera paying homage at the war memorial in Shillong, a defence official said. Headquarted in the Meghalaya capital, the Sentinels of the Northeast stands as a pillar of security and stability in the region, he said. Lakhera, along with all ranks of the force, paid homage at the war memorial in Shillong [] The post Assam Rifles celebrates 191st Raising Day appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Assam: Pradyut Bordoloi steps down as MP, resignation accepted by Om Birla
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has accepted the resignation of Pradyut Bordoloi. Bordoloi, an MP from Assam, recently left the Congress party. He then joined the Bharatiya Janata Party. The Speaker's decision was announced on Tuesday. Bordoloi had represented Nagaon constituency for two terms. He will now contest the Assam assembly elections from Dispur.
Gold futures drop Rs 2,260 to Rs 1.37 lakh/10g amid geopolitical uncertainty in West Asia
New Delhi, Mar 24 (PTI) Gold prices declined Rs 2,260 to Rs 1.37 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade on Tuesday, marking their decline for the fifth straight session amid uncertainty over geopolitical developments in West Asia. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), the yellow metal for April delivery decreased by Rs 2,260, or 1.62 per cent, to Rs 1,37,000 per 10 grams. Analysts said the precious metal prices remained under pressure due to conflicting statements surrounding tensions in West Asia. On Monday, gold had plunged Rs 14,897, or 10.3 per cent, to hit an intraday low of Rs
Thackerays, Wadettiwar attend Sharad Pawars dinner meet in Mumbai
Mumbai, Mar 24 (PTI) NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar hosted a dinner for Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) leaders in Mumbai, his first interaction with them after a spell of illness that had kept him away from public engagements recently. The dinner meet, held at the Yashwantrao Chavan Centre on Monday night, was attended by key alliance leaders, including Shiv Sena (UBT) head and former Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray, his son and MLA Aaditya Thackeray, Congress Legislature Party leader Vijay Wadettiwar and former state Congress president Nana Patole. Sources said discussions touched on the upcoming Maharashtra Legislative Council (MLC)
ULFA-I alliance threatens Assam elections: Security think tank warns of deadly attacks
A recent report from a security think tank has raised alarms over a burgeoning coalition of militant factions, including ULFA-I from Assam, PCJSS hailing from Bangladesh, along with ARSA and RSO. This unsettling alliance, thought to have been sparked by support from intelligence agencies, has heightened tensions as the national elections approach.
Regulatory surveillance over supply chain of weight-loss drug GLP-1 intensified
New Delhi, Mar 24 (PTI) To ensure ethical pharmaceutical practices in the supply chain of weight-loss drugs of the GLP-1 class, the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) has intensified its regulatory surveillance against the unauthorised sale and promotion of the medications. To this end, inspections and audits have been carried out at many online pharmacy warehouses, drug wholesalers and retailers to check for unauthorised sale and improper prescription. With the recent introduction of multiple generic variants of GLP-1-based weight-loss drugs in the Indian market, concerns have emerged regarding their on-demand availability through retail pharmacies, online platforms, wholesalers, and wellness
How Assam has voted since 2011
Over the past fifteen years, the state has witnessed dramatic political shifts, especially in 2011, when the BJP won a north-eastern state for the first time.
Rupee falls 20 paise to 93.73 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Mar 24 (PTI) The rupee fell 20 paise to 93.73 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday as the greenback strengthened and global crude oil prices kept rising even after US President Donald Trump signalled that negotiations were underway with Iran. Trump on Monday said the US was talking with a respected Iranian leader and claimed the Islamic Republic was eager for a deal to end the war. He also extended a deadline for Iran to reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz or face attacks on its power plants, saying it has an additional five days. However,
Stock markets surge in early trade as Trump halts strikes on Irans energy infra
Mumbai, Mar 24 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Tuesday, in-line with a rally in global markets, after US President Donald Trump announced a temporary halt on strikes targeting Iranian energy infrastructure. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 1,516 points to 74,212.47 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty surged 386.95 points to 22,899.60. From the 30-Sensex firms, InterGlobe Aviation, Asian Paints, Eternal, Adani Ports, Trent and Larsen & Toubro were the biggest winners. Power Grid emerged as the only laggard from the pack. Trump said on social media that he has extended the deadline
Trump says Iran is eager for a deal to end the war as he extends deadline to allow for diplomacy
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, March 24, 2026 (AP) U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday the U.S. was talking with an Iranian leader and claimed the Islamic Republic was eager for a deal to end the war. He also extended a deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face attacks on its power plants, saying it has an additional five days. Trumps turnaround, which held out the possibility of resolving the war now in its fourth week, served to drive down oil prices and jolt stocks. It offered a reprieve after the U.S. and Iran traded threats
In BJP List, Names Of Ex-Congress Leaders, Confirmation On Himanta Sarma Seat
Assam Election 2026: Himanta Sarma To Contest From Jalukbari, Ex-Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi From Dispur
Assam Chief Minister Criticizes Gaurav Gogois Leadership Skills
Guwahati, March 24: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a sharp attack on Gaurav Gogoi on Monday. He questioned Gogois leadership abilities, stating that the Congress MP has failed to keep his party leaders united. While addressing reporters in Golaghat, the Chief Minister criticized Gogois recent public statements. He claimed these remarks reflect Gogois ... Read more Assam Chief Minister Criticizes Gaurav Gogois Leadership Skills
Assam Rifles DG Calls for Enhanced Vigilance Along India-Myanmar Border and in Kashmir Valley
Shillong, March 24: Lieutenant General Vikas Lakhera, the Director General of Assam Rifles, emphasized the need to maintain security and integrity along the India-Myanmar border and in the Kashmir Valley. He urged the force to be prepared for emerging security challenges and future contingencies. The Assam Rifles Commanders Conference was held at the headquarters of ... Read more Assam Rifles DG Calls for Enhanced Vigilance Along India-Myanmar Border and in Kashmir Valley
Headline numbers mask AGPs steady slide despite 10 years in power
BJPs junior ally in Assam gets the same number of seats to contest as last time, but a granular analysis reveals slipping ground
