NIA Files Charges Against Three PLA Cadres in Manipur Attack
New Delhi, March 19: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against three cadres of the banned organization Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) in connection with a terrorist attack on an Assam Rifles truck in Manipur. This attack, which occurred in September 2025, resulted in the deaths of two Assam Rifles personnel and left ... Read more NIA Files Charges Against Three PLA Cadres in Manipur Attack
Himanta Sarma vs Gaurav Gogoi showdown: Assam heads into 2026 polls amid echoes of a political past
In 1996, Assam's Congress faced insurgency and electoral defeat. Tarun Gogoi rebuilt the party, leading it to power in 2001. Now, 25 years later, his son Gaurav Gogoi faces the challenge of uniting a factionalized Congress against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, amidst recent defections from the party.
Assam Congress faces a wave of resignations, mirroring a decade-old crisis that crippled the party. Internal rebellion and perceived 'humiliation' by the high command, particularly targeting Gaurav Gogoi's leadership, are driving senior leaders to join the BJP. This mirrors past events where Himanta Biswa Sarma's departure significantly impacted the Congress.
Assam to use elephants, boats and bullock carts to reach remote voters
April 9 marks a pivotal day for Assam as it gears up for assembly elections. The state is taking an extraordinary leap by employing elephants, bullock carts, and boats to traverse the challenging landscapes of Karbi Anglong and Kamrup, guaranteeing accessibility for voters and polling agents alike.
Assam Congress weighs MPs flight to BJP
The fate of Pradyut Bordolois son, the Congress candidate from eastern Assams Margherita constituency, hangs in the balance
Both sides in Iran war ratchet up attacks on energy facilities, as oil prices surge
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, March 18, 2026 (AP) Israel kept up its campaign of targeting Irans leaders on Wednesday, killing the countrys intelligence minister, and an Iranian offshore natural gas field was struck in a sign of the wars mounting pressure from both sides on the regions economic lifeblood: energy. Iran has been taking aim at its Gulf Arab neighbors energy facilities since the war started on Feb. 28, and has made the Strait of Hormuz shipping channel through which one-fifth of the worlds oil travels nearly impassable. On Wednesday, Iran struck a province of
Unfortunate: Gaurav Gogoi On MP Pradyut Bordoloi Joining BJP
Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gaurav Gogoi, on Wednesday, called the resignation of senior Congress leader and Nagaon Lok Sabha MP Pradyut Bordoloi unfortunate.
Israel says it kills Iranian minister, will let military hit any senior official it can find
DUBAI/JERUSALEM/BEIRUT, March 18 (Reuters) Israel said on Wednesday it had killed Irans intelligence minister in the second strike on a top leadership figure in two days, and had authorised the military to target any senior Iranian official it can locate. Israel also hit central Beirut, destroying apartment buildings in some of the most intense airstrikes on the Lebanese capital for decades, Israels other front in the war it launched with the United States against Iran. A day after killing Irans powerful security chief Ali Larijani in the highest-level targeted killing since that of the supreme leader on the wars
Unemployment a mega-crisis, Modi govt has no solution: Congress
New Delhi, Mar 18 (PTI) The Congress on Wednesday attacked the government over graduate unemployment, saying that apart from rolling out a new agenda now and then to distract the public, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has no solution to the mega-crisis. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh cited a report by the Azim Premji University to make the allegation. According to the report, 11 million out of 63 million graduates between the ages of 20 and 29 in India are unemployed, with only a small proportion securing stable salaried jobs within a year of graduation. This government, expert at
VHP hits back at NBCC, says RSS link to Nagaland church row misplaced
The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has criticized the Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) for linking the RSS and VHP to a recent Assam Rifles operation at a church. VHP president Alok Kumar stated these accusations are misplaced and aim to sow societal division, asserting neither organization was involved.
In Focus podcast | AssamAssembly elections: Is Himanta all set for a second term as CM?
Angshuman Choudhury speaks to us about the key issues shaping the Assam elections and the BJPs bid for another term.
Assam CM Criticizes Congress, Welcomes Former Leader to BJP
New Delhi, March 18: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma warmly welcomed former Congress leader Pradyut Bordoloi into the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday. He stated that there is no place for self-respecting individuals in the old party. Following Bordolois formal induction into the BJP, Sarma spoke to reporters, calling this a significant political ... Read more Assam CM Criticizes Congress, Welcomes Former Leader to BJP
Election Commission Deploys Over 2.5 Million Officials for Violence-Free Elections
New Delhi, March 18: The Election Commission has deployed over 2.5 million officials to ensure violence-free and inducement-free elections in five states. On March 15, the Commission announced elections for the assemblies of Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, along with by-elections in six other states. To facilitate smooth and orderly elections across ... Read more Election Commission Deploys Over 2.5 Million Officials for Violence-Free Elections
Assam Politics Shock: Sitting MP Pradyut Bordoloi Quits Congress, Joins BJP
BJP Finalises Assam Seat Plan, PM Modi To Address 3 Rallies In April
Under the agreement, the BJP will contest 89 seats, while its allies Asom Gana Parishad will field candidates in 26 constituencies and Bodoland People's Front in 11.
Assam study sheds new light on suns surface tremors
The tiny five-minute vibrations may hold big answers for scientists trying to understand the powerful solar storms that sometimes affect Earth, Tezpur University researchers say
Congress veteran Pradyut Bordoloi has joined the BJP just weeks before the Assam assembly elections. His move weakens the Congress party's organizational structure, especially in central Assam. The BJP gains a seasoned leader who can broaden its appeal and strengthen its networks. This defection highlights ongoing political shifts in the state ahead of the crucial polls.
Pradyut Bordoloi, 'Shashi Tharoor Of Northeast', Quits Congress. What It Means?
The resignation of Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi and his crossover to the BJP, appears to shine a light on the internal fault lines within the Congress in Assam, dealing a direct blow to the authority of state party chief Gaurav Gogoi.
NDA Government Promises Job Growth Amid Political Turmoil in Assam
Patna, March 18: Rajiv Ranjan Prasad, spokesperson for the Janata Dal (United), has sharply reacted to the ongoing political turmoil within the Congress party in Assam. He asserted that his party has long maintained that the Congress legislators have lost their grassroots support and their popularity among the public is steadily declining. Prasad noted that ... Read more NDA Government Promises Job Growth Amid Political Turmoil in Assam
Cong Jolted Ahead Of Assam Polls As MP Pradyut Bordoloi Joins BJP
I have decided to quit Congress not only for self-respect but also to work in the larger interest of Assam : Bordoloi
Priyanka Gandhi expresses disappointment over Pradyut Bordoloi`s Congress exit
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi termed Assam MP Pradyut Bordolois resignation from the Indian National Congress as unfortunate and regrettable, suggesting he was upset over ticket allocation. Bordoloi submitted his resignation to party president Mallikarjun Kharge after a long association with the party
Hours after quitting Congress, Assam MP Pradyut Bordoloi joins BJP
Assam Lok Sabha MP Pradyut Bordoloi joined the Bharatiya Janata Party hours after resigning from the Indian National Congress, alleging humiliation and lack of support within the partys state unit. He was inducted in the presence of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in New Delhi
Assam MP Pradyut Bordoloi Joins BJP, Welcomed by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
New Delhi, March 18: In a significant political shift ahead of next months assembly elections, Assam MP Pradyut Bordoloi has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), dealing a major blow to the Congress party. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed Bordoloi into the BJP on Wednesday. Bordoloi took his membership in the BJP during ... Read more Assam MP Pradyut Bordoloi Joins BJP, Welcomed by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam MP Pradyut Bordoloi joins BJP; CM hints at recommending him for polls
Assam MP Pradyut Bordoloi has switched from Congress to BJP, a day after leaving his former party. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed him, suggesting Bordoloi will contest assembly elections. Bordoloi cited internal party issues and feeling insulted. This move precedes the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, with the BJP seeking a third term.
Day After Quitting Congress, Assam MP Pradyut Bordoloi Crosses Over To BJP
A day after quitting Congress, Assam Lok Sabha MP Pradyut Bordoloi on Wednesday crossed over to the rival BJP, barely weeks ahead of the assembly elections in the state.
MP Pradyut Bordoloi joins BJP after quitting Congress ahead of Assam polls
This has put a question mark on the fate of Mr. Bordolois son, Prateek Bordoloi, who is the Congress candidate from the Margherita Assembly seat in eastern Assam
Assam Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi joins BJP in presence of state CM
Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and state BJP president Dilip Saikia welcomed him. Bordoloi, a two-time MP from Nagaon, previously served as a Cabinet Minister. His move is seen as a boost for the BJP's strategy in Assam ahead of future political contests.
A look at Eid al-Fitr and how Muslims celebrate the Islamic holiday
CAIRO, March 18, 2026 (AP) Muslims around the world are bidding farewell to the Islamic holy month of Ramadan and will soon start celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr. Eid is typically greeted with joy and excitement and is marked with congregational prayers and festivities that usually include family visits, gatherings, outings and new clothes. But this year, Eid is approaching amid the Iran war, which has been roiling many countries in the Middle East and leading to far-reaching consequences beyond. In the United States, many Muslims observed Ramadans religious and social traditions this year under a cloud of
Assam Sees 86.5% Drop in Crimes Against Women, Claims Chief Minister Sarma
Guwahati, March 18: Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Wednesday that crimes against women in the state have decreased by 86.5% since his government took office. He emphasized that ensuring womens safety remains a top priority. In a post on the social media platform X, Sarma stated that his government has implemented continuous ... Read more Assam Sees 86.5% Drop in Crimes Against Women, Claims Chief Minister Sarma
About 90 ships cross the Strait of Hormuz as Iran exports millions of barrels of oil despite the war
HONG KONG, March 18, 2026 (AP) About 90 ships including oil tankers have crossed the Strait of Hormuz since the outset of the war with Iran and it is still exporting millions of barrels of oil at a time when the waterway has been effectively closed, according to maritime and trade data platforms. Many of the vessels that passed through the strait were so-called dark transits evading Western government sanctions and oversight that likely have ties to Iran, maritime data firm Lloyds List Intelligence said. More recently, vessels with ties to India and Pakistan have also successfully crossed the
Federal Reserve could signal no interest rate cuts this year in wake of Iran war
WASHINGTON, March 18, 2026 (AP) A key question hangs over the Federal Reserves two-day meeting that ends Wednesday: Will central bank policymakers still reduce short-term interest rates this year, now that the Iran war has sent oil prices higher and gas prices spiking? Or will they have to stand pat for months to see how the conflict plays out? Fed Chair Jerome Powell is almost certain to announce Wednesday that the central bank has kept its key rate unchanged for the second straight meeting at about 3.6%. But the Fed will also release a set of quarterly projections, and
Iran war has US farmers worried about the cost and availability of fertilizer
BISMARCK, N.D., March 18, 2026 (AP) Tennessee farmer Todd Littleton expects to pay $100,000 more for fertilizer this season, a 40% spike from his bill last year thanks to the war in Iran and he is scrambling to cover that extra cost. The problem is, is were so strained financially coming into this issue, said Littleton, a third-generation farmer from Gibson County in the states northwest corner. We have had a couple of record losses the last couple years, so everyones kinda grabbing at straws anyway, and then to have input prices increase yet again, it just really
Rupee falls 3 paise to 92.43 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Mar 18 (PTI) The rupee fell 3 paise to 92.43 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, weighed down by FII outflows and a stronger greenback amid the raging war in West Asia. A fall in global crude oil prices and a positive opening at the domestic equity markets prevented a sharper decline in the local unit, according to forex traders. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 92.42 against the greenback before slipping to 92.43, down 3 paise from its previous close. The domestic unit on Tuesday hit the lowest intra-day level of
How patients with hypertension and type 2 diabetes can add years to their lives
A new study shows that people with high blood pressure can lower their risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes, and may even add years to their lives, by adopting simple, healthy lifestyle habits. High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects about 220 million adults in India, many of whom are unaware of their condition until serious complications set in. The condition strains blood vessels and vital organs such as the heart, brain, kidneys, and eyes, raising the likelihood of heart attacks, strokes, and other life-threatening problems. Researchers from Harvard University in the United States and Huazhong University of Science
Nagaon MP Pradyut Bordoloi has resigned from all Congress posts and primary membership, citing humiliation and feeling sidelined. He expressed displeasure over party ticket decisions and faced criticism from Assam Pradesh Congress Committee. Bordoloi is rumored to be considering joining the BJP and contesting from Dispur.
Assembly elections 2026 LIVE: ECI deploys over 1,000 Central observers for upcoming Assembly polls
Pradyut Bordoloi, the Congress MP from Assam's Nagaon Lok Sabha seat, quit the party following differences with State party president Gaurav Gogoi over candidate selection for the Laharighat Assembly constituency
Assam BJP to Contest 89 Seats in Upcoming Elections, Allies to Get 37: CM Sarma
New Delhi, March 18: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Tuesday that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will contest 89 seats in the upcoming assembly elections, while its allies will receive a total of 37 seats. According to the seat-sharing arrangement, the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) will contest 26 seats, and the Bodoland ... Read more Assam BJP to Contest 89 Seats in Upcoming Elections, Allies to Get 37: CM Sarma
Golden Opportunity for Banking Jobs: Apply Before April 20
Guwahati, March 18: A promising opportunity has emerged for youth aspiring to build a career in the banking sector. Assam Cooperative Apex Bank Limited (ACAB) has officially announced the recruitment for 15 positions of Assistant Branch Manager/Assistant Manager under Officer Grade-E. The application process for these positions has commenced in offline mode, with the deadline ... Read more Golden Opportunity for Banking Jobs: Apply Before April 20
Assam Railway Project to Enhance Connectivity and Efficiency
Guwahati, March 17: Officials announced on Tuesday that the newly launched Furkating-New Tinsukia railway doubling project will significantly increase rail capacity, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen connectivity in eastern Assam and surrounding areas. The Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of Northeast Frontier Railway, Kapilanjal Kishore Sharma, stated that the project spans 194 kilometers and is ... Read more Assam Railway Project to Enhance Connectivity and Efficiency
BJP To Contest In 89 Out Of 126 Assembly Seats In Assam: Himanta Sarma
The BJP will contest 89 out of the total 126 seats in the upcoming Assam assembly elections and leave 37 seats for its allies, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday.
Major Setback for Assam Congress as MP Pradyut Bordoloi Resigns Ahead of Assembly Elections
New Delhi, March 17: The Congress party in Assam has faced a significant setback ahead of the state assembly elections. Pradyut Bordoloi, a Congress MP and a close associate of former Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, resigned from the Indian National Congress on Tuesday. In his resignation letter addressed to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Bordoloi stated, ... Read more Major Setback for Assam Congress as MP Pradyut Bordoloi Resigns Ahead of Assembly Elections
60,000 crore subsidy, Amrit Bharat trains boost affordable rail travel: Vaishnaw
Railway Minister says at present, 133 Amrit Bharat trains are at various stages of manufacturing, with services already introduced in States such as West Bengal, Assam, Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Assams dramatis personae: Himanta, Gaurav, Miyas and also development
The BJPs pet narrative of protecting Assam from the infiltrators, and the personal rivalry between Himanta Biswa Sarma and Gaurav Gogoi are likely to dominate Assams first single-phase Assembly polls in 25 years
I have not contacted Pradyut Bordoloi, but I believe he does not have the requirement to stay back in Congress. I advise him to join the BJP. I will welcome him to the party. Till now there has been no contact with him: Congress leader, Mr Sarma
Assam polls: BJP to contest 89 seats, AGP 26 and BPF 11, says Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the BJP will contest 89 seats, while allies Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and Bodoland People's Front (BPF) will be given 26 and 11 seats, respectively. Sarma also offered disgruntled Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi the option to join the BJP and contest from any Assembly seat if he wishes.
US National Counterterrorism Center director resigns over war in Iran
WASHINGTON, March 17 (Reuters) The head of the National Counterterrorism Center resigned on Tuesday, becoming the first and most senior member of U.S. President Donald Trumps administration to resign over the war in Iran, saying Tehran posed no imminent threat to the United States. I cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war in Iran. Iran posed no imminent threat to our nation, and it is clear that we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful lobby, Joseph Kent wrote in a letter to Trump posted on X. Some experts have said an imminent threat
Chabahar Ports future uncertain amid recent developments: Parliamentary panel
New Delhi, Mar 17 (PTI) The recent development has cast a shadow on the future of Chabahar Port, a vital and strategic port for India, a parliamentary panel on external affairs has said, and welcomed that the Centre remains engaged with all concerned parties in order to address the implications of these developments. The Twelfth Report of the Committee on External Affairs (2025-26) on Demands for Grants (2026-27) of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), was presented in Parliament on Tuesday. The Committee of External Affairs is headed by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor. The observation by the panel, assumes significance
Assam polls put BPF chief Hagrama Mohilary in personal vs party dilemma
A tough choice faces Bodoland People's Front chief Hagrama Mohilary. His party loyalist Pramila Rani Brahma and wife Shiuli Mohilary are seeking the same Kokrajhar seat. Meanwhile, United People's Party Liberal has left the NDA. The upcoming elections in Assam are set to be closely watched as alliances shift and candidates emerge.
Lebanon has proposed the first direct talks with Israel in decades. It might be too late
BEIRUT, March 17, 2026 (AP) With airstrikes rocking Beirut and Israeli troops advancing against Hezbollah, Lebanons government has broken a taboo by proposing the first direct talks with Israel in decades. But Lebanese officials say they want the fighting to end first and it might be too late for that. Hezbollahs decision to enter the wider Iran war by firing rockets at Israel has led to the heavy Israeli bombardment of southern Lebanon and Beiruts southern suburbs, killing some 850 Lebanese and driving over a million people from their homes. The Iran-backed Hezbollah views the latest war as
Assam Assembly elections 2026: United Peoples Party Liberal walks out of NDA
The regional party led by Pramod Boro had asked the BJP a week ago to clarify its status in the saffron camp
Assam Elections: AIUDF, AJP announce key candidates, Ajmal in Binnakandi
With the Assam Assembly elections on the horizon, AIUDF and AJP have unveiled their contenders. Badruddin Ajmal is set to vie for a seat in Binnakandi under the AIUDF banner, while AJP has chosen Lurinjyoti Gogoi to lead the charge in Khowang. Both parties are preparing a robust lineup, although some candidate selections are still pending for various constituencies.
India denies discussing release of tankers with Iran for Hormuz passage
NEW DELHI, March 17 (Reuters) India on Tuesday denied holding talks with Iran about releasing three tankers seized in February in exchange for ensuring safe passage for Indian ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Indian authorities seized the three Iran-linked ships near Indian waters alleging they had concealed or altered their identities and were involved in illegal ship-to-ship transfers at sea. Reuters reported on Monday, citing sources, that Iran had asked India to release the U.S.-sanctioned ships as part of talks seeking the safe passage of Indian-flagged or India-bound vessels out of the Gulf via the Strait. Traffic has
Assam Jatiya Parishad names candidates for 8 Assembly seats
The party, which is part of a Congress-led alliance in the State, will name its candidates for two more constituencies in which the grouping will contest as a united front, Lurinjoyti Gogoi said
Silver jumps Rs 6,000, gold rebounds Rs 1,050 on safe-haven demand
New Delhi, Mar 17 (PTI) Precious metal prices rebounded by up to 2 per cent, with silver gaining by Rs 6,000 to Rs 2.62 lakh per kilogram, and gold rose to Rs 1.61 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital on Tuesday, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The white metal increased by Rs 6,000, or 2.34 per cent, to Rs 2,62,500 per kg (inclusive of all taxes). Gold of 99.9 per cent purity in the bullion market also snapped its three-day losing streak, rising by Rs 1,050, or nearly 1 per cent, to Rs 1,61,300 per 10
Stock markets rally for 2nd day; Sensex climbs 567 pts on gains in metal, auto shares
Mumbai, Mar 17 (PTI) Benchmark Sensex climbed 567 points and Nifty closed near 23,600 in their second consecutive day of gains on Tuesday, boosted by a rally in metal and auto shares and a positive trend in global markets. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 567.99 points or 0.75 per cent to settle at 76,070.84. During the day, it surged 801.41 points or 1.06 per cent to 76,304.26. The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 172.35 points or 0.74 per cent to end at 23,581.15. From the 30-Sensex firms, Eternal surged the most by 5.70 per cent. Tata Steel, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bharat
We will support anti-BJP government: AIUDF MLA Rafiqul Islam ahead of Assam polls
If there is an anti-BJP government here, we will support it. If we can become a part of it, then we will address the people's problems in the education sector, the health sector, and road communication, says AIUDF MLA
Assam CM Himanta offers prayers at Maa Baglamukhi Temple in MP ahead of election on April 9
Writing professors new task in age of AI: Teaching students when to struggle
Wellesley, Mar 17 (The Conversation) I was early to the generative AI wave in higher education: I was among the first professors who teach writing to publish in an academic journal about generative AI and critical thinking, and I am now part of an interdisciplinary team at Babson College thinking about how AI is impacting education, industry and society. But that does not mean I am all in on AI nor am I anti-AI. I am pro-learning. As my co-authors and I argue in a forthcoming book on realizing the promise of higher education, even the most powerful tools
Scream your way to happiness? Maybe not, but scream clubs promise some relief
ATLANTA, March 17, 2026 (AP) With a gut-wrenching wail that rippled from her body, Amber Walcker joined about a dozen screaming people in West Seattle who let their frustrations float away over the Puget Sound. It was just the start. The two group screams that followed, each one longer and more intense, released the pain from Walckers recent job loss. Her added stress from raising two young children dissolved as it blended with the sound of lapping water, and a deep sense of calm descended upon her. I had such a sense of feeling grounded. In that same moment,
Model Code of Conduct in force across four poll-bound States, one UT; almost 50% voters in Assam are women
Rupee falls 14 paise to 92.42 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Mar 17 (PTI) The rupee lost 14 paise and traded at 92.42 against the US dollar in early deals on Tuesday, as it failed to resist pressure from rising crude oil prices and the incessant withdrawal of foreign funds amid the heightened West Asia crisis. Subdued domestic equity markets and elevated American currency also weighed on the local unit even as investors moved cautiously, awaiting the interest rate decision of the US Federal Reserve, according to forex traders. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 92.35 and fell further to trade at 92.42 against the US
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Meanwhile in Assam, EC replaces 5 SSPs and in Tamil Nadu 4 SPs in interest of free & fair polls
Poll-bound Assam sees 200 CAPF companies deployed ahead of April 9 elections
As the countdown begins for the assembly polls on April 9 in Assam, the atmosphere is charged with excitement and anticipation. Two hundred companies of Central Paramilitary forces have already bolstered security, with more reinforcements on the way.
BJP to unveil Assam election candidates list on March 18, says Himanta Biswa Sarma
The Bharatiya Janata Party will release its Assam poll candidates list on Wednesday. A meeting on Tuesday will discuss nominations. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will file his nomination on March 20. BJP ally Asom Gana Parishad is discussing seat sharing. The party aims for consensus to avoid friendly fights.
Poll Body Appoints Ex-Bureaucrat Manjeet Singh As Special Observer For Assam
The Election Commission on Monday appointed former bureaucrat Manjeet Singh as the special observer for poll-bound Assam with a mandate to update the poll panel on election preparedness in the northeastern state.
Arunachal Pradesh Government Transfers 27 Senior Police Officers in Major Reshuffle
Itanagar, Mar 16 (PTI) The Arunachal Pradesh government has transferred and posted 27 senior police officers, including several from the IPS and state police service (APPS) cadre. The transfers were ordered by the governor following a Police Establishment Board (PEB) meeting held recently, according to an official notification issued by the state Home Department. Senior IPS officer Chinmoy Biswal has been appointed as IGP (Security/Crime), while Joy Tirkey has been assigned the charge of DIG HQ (Additional). Mangesh, an IPS officer from Delhi, will take over as DIG (TCL). The reshuffle also saw new superintendents of police (SPs) taking charge
Assam election: Almost 50% voters in Assam are women
Filing of nominations for the single phase election on April 9 began on March 16, the States Chief Electoral Officer says
Not Just Bengal, Election Commission Transferred Officers In Tamil Nadu And Assam
The Election Commission of India has stepped up administrative changes in election-bound states, by removing several district police chiefs in both Assam and Tamil Nadu as part of its efforts to ensure free and fair polls.
Fears of a global energy crisis rise as Iran keeps stranglehold on shipping and hits Dubai airport
BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) Fears of a global energy crisis rose Monday as the war in the Middle East raged on, with more U.S.-Israeli strikes on the Iranian capital and Israels bombardment of Lebanon. An Iranian drone strike temporarily shut Dubais airport, a crucial global travel hub, underscoring the threats to the world economy. Since the United States and Israel attacked Iran more than two weeks ago, Tehran has regularly fired on Israel, American bases in the region, and Gulf Arab countries energy infrastructure with drones and missiles. Iranian strikes on commercial ships in and around the Strait of Hormuz
Assam: Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi Threatens To Quit Congress
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma says the development reflected his earlier prediction that Bordoloi might not remain in the Congress for long
Myanmars parliament meets for the first time in 5 years with the military controlling most seats
NAYPYITAW, Myanmar (AP) Myanmar opened its first parliamentary session in more than five years on Monday following an election that did not include major opposition parties, ensuring that the ruling military is set to retain a firm grasp on power. The military blocked Myanmars last parliament from convening when it seized power from the last legitimately elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi in February 2021, and has governed without a legislature since then. It touted elections held in late December and January as a step toward the return of democracy. But the military and its allies hold nearly
Rajya Sabha election 2026 result: Rajya Sabha elections concluded across 10 Indian states. Most results were predetermined, with 26 candidates securing unopposed victories. Polling occurred only for a few remaining seats, notably in Bihar, Odisha, and Haryana. Prominent leaders like Nitish Kumar and Sharad Pawar were among those elected.
Assam's Directorate of Land Records and Surveys is hiring 552 Land Records Assistants and technical staff. This recruitment drive aims to boost digital land mapping and geospatial data management. Applications are open until April 30, 2026. Selected candidates will support crucial projects for modernizing land administration systems across the state. This initiative promises enhanced transparency and efficiency in land management.
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha To Contest Assam Assembly Polls, To Field Candidates in 31 Seats
JMM chief Hemant Soren recently visited Assam, during which he met the leadership of two opposition parties separately
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra alleges elections schedule tailored for BJP
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra claims election schedules for four states and one union territory are aligned with the Bharatiya Janata Party's convenience. The Election Commission announced polling dates for West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Puducherry. Voting will occur in phases, with counting scheduled for May 4. The terms of the current assemblies are ending at different times.
EC announces polls schedule: Single phase in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, TN; 2 phases in Bengal
New Delhi, Mar 15 : Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry will be held on a single day on April 9, in Tamil Nadu on April 23 and in two phases in West Bengal on April 23 and 29, while votes will be counted for all polls on May 4, the Election Commission announced [] The post EC announces polls schedule: Single phase in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, TN; 2 phases in Bengal appeared first on Northlines .
Rupee falls 13 paise to 92.43 against US dollar
Mumbai, Mar 16 (PTI): The rupee stayed weak and lost 13 paise to 92.43 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, weighed down by massive withdrawal of foreign funds and surging crude oil prices amid geopolitical uncertainties. Volatile sentiment in domestic equity markets further dragged the currency down even as the greenback retreated from higher levels, according to forex traders. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 92.44 and stayed close to its lowest-ever intra-day level, trading at 92.43 against the greenback, registering a loss of 13 paise from its previous close. In the preceding
Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurates health projects worth Rs 2,092 cr in Assam
Shah inaugurated the Rs 675-crore Pragjyotishpur Medical College and Hospital in Guwahati, at a programme held on its premises
Single phase polling in Assam, Kerala, TN, Puducherry; 2 phases in WB
EC announces schedule, counting on May 4 NEW DELHI, Mar 15: Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry will be held on a single day on April 9, in Tamil Nadu on April 23 and in two phases in West Bengal on April 23 and 29, while votes will be counted for all polls on May 4, the Election Commission announced on Sunday. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Compared to eight voting days spread across almost a month [] The post Single phase polling in Assam, Kerala, TN, Puducherry; 2 phases in WB appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
EC asks federal probe agencies, security forces to check black money, drugs
NEW DELHI, Mar 15 : The Election Commission (EC) has directed central investigative and security agencies to mount a special vigil and take proactive measures to check the use of black money, drugs and other illegal inducements during the upcoming polls to five legislative assemblies. The poll body on Sunday announced the election schedule for four states of Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal apart from the Union Territory of Puducherry during a press conference held here. The EC, [] The post EC asks federal probe agencies, security forces to check black money, drugs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The bugle has been sounded for assembly polls in five states Assam, West Bengal, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The fate of incumbent governments and aspiring opposition parties hangs in the balance even while a frenetic election campaign participated by top national and regional leaders is underway till the time the counting []
Single-day polls in Assam, Kerala, TN, Puducherry
West Bengal to vote in two phases on April 23 and April 29 New Delhi: Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry will be held on a single day on April 9, in Tamil Nadu on April 23 and in two phases in West Bengal on April 23 and 29, while votes will be counted []
Assembly elections remain crucial test for INDIA Bloc amid BJP's expansionist Plans
Key elections are underway in West Bengal, Kerala, Assam, and Tamil Nadu, along with Puducherry. These polls are a significant challenge for opposition parties, particularly within the INDIA bloc. The outcomes will shape the future of alliances and the national ambitions of leaders like Mamata Banerjee and MK Stalin.
EC announces election schedule, phases shrink for polls to 5 assemblies
Elections for five states and union territories are scheduled from April 9 to May 4. This condensed timeline reduces the overall election duration significantly. Voters in Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry will cast ballots on April 9. Tamil Nadu votes on April 23. West Bengal will have polling in two phases on April 23 and April 29.
Congress legalised & normalised illegal infiltrators: Amit Shah
In a recent statement, Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused Rahul Gandhi of inciting protests across India, while suggesting that Congress has legitimised unlawful infiltration. He emphasised the enhancement of Assam's healthcare budget, crediting the BJP for its advancements. Shah expressed optimism regarding the NDA's robust prospects in Assam during his visit for health initiatives and a youth convention.
Assembly elections 2026: Full schedule for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam & Puducherry
ECI has announced the schedule for the 2026 Assembly elections. Assam, Kerala and Puducherry will vote in a single phase on April 9, while Tamil Nadu will go to polls on April 23. West Bengal will hold elections in two phases on April 23 and April 29.
2026 Assembly Elections See Sharp Rise In Booths, Changing Voter Landscape
The Election Commission of India today announced the polling schedule for the 2026 Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry.
Will Himanta Sarma's Son Join Politics? What Assam Chief Minister Said
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has made it clear that he will not ask his son to join politics. The chief minister, also known as the BJP's strategist in the northeast, said his son is doing law and he expects him to do well in his field.
From Assam to Tamil Nadu, Bengal & Kerala: 5 Assemblies face April polls amid SIR row
