Knoxville (US), Sep 21 (The Conversation) Despite having an overactive immune system, people with lupus may still struggle to fight bacterial infections. My team and I found that this paradox may be because chronic inflammation pushes their immune cells toward the wrong kind of response. To understand why an overactive immune system can still fail to control bacterial infection, we focused on neutrophils, which are white blood cells that are among the first to respond when bacteria enter the body. Neutrophils can release webs of DNA and antimicrobial proteins called neutrophil extracellular traps, or NETs, that can trap bacteria, limiting
ISRO To Set Up Advanced Space Tracking Radar Centre In Assam
Guwahati, Sept 21: Assam marked a historic milestone on Monday as Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the laying of the foundation stone for the Indian Space Research Organisations Advanced Radar Research Centre at Chandrapur, near Guwahati. The facility, part of ISROs Project NETRA (Network for Space Object Tracking and Analysis), is designed to enhance... The post ISRO To Set Up Advanced Space Tracking Radar Centre In Assam first appeared on Northeast Today .
How Trump and Xi went from tariff war to trade truce
BEIJING, Sept 21 (Reuters) Chinese leader Xi Jinping is set to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday for talks aimed at keeping a fragile trade truce that is due to expire in November on track. Here is a look back at key moments in the US-China trade war: February 2025 In one of his first moves since returning to office, Trump imposes a 10% duty on Chinese goods over fentanyl and immigration concerns. China responds with levies on US coal, LNG, crude oil and autos, and curbs exports of five metals key to
Stock markets climb in early trade on easing oil prices, fresh foreign fund inflows
Mumbai, Sep 21 (PTI) Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty climbed in early trade on Monday amid cooling crude oil prices, fresh foreign fund inflows and a positive trend in Asian equities. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 448.32 points to 74,743.28 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty was up 50.3 points to 23,396.70. Among the 30 Sensex firms, UltraTech Cement, InterGlobe Aviation, Asian Paints, Sun Pharma, HCL Tech and Trent were the major winners. Infosys, Adani Ports, Bharti Airtel and Power Grid were the laggards. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, tanked 2.25 per cent to USD 101.5 per
DLRS Assam Land Record Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 579 Posts
DLRS Assam is recruiting for 579 Land Record Assistant posts. This recruitment is open only to candidates who have already completed the 6-month Recorders Certificate Class Course (RCCC) Training at the Assam Survey & Settlement Training Centre, Dakhingaon, Guwahati, and have been declared proficient in both Survey and Settlement subjects by an official result declared by the Director of Land Records & Surveys, prior to 13.08.2026. Candidates must be aged 2140 years as on 01.01.2026. Online applications are open from 11:00 AM on 21.09.2026 to 5:00 PM on 21.10.2026, via sebaonline.org.
Assam CM to lay foundation stone for ISROs Advanced Radar Research Centre today
The chief minister, in a social media post, also said it is deeply satisfying that Assam is set to become a home to such cutting-edge national infrastructure
ISRO to build advanced space tracking radar near Guwahati under Project NETRA, says Assam CM
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday shared a landmark milestone for the State, noting that the foundation stone for the Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) Advanced Radar Research Centre was laid at Chandrapur, near Guwahati.
ISRO to establish advanced space tracking radar in Guwahati, Assam
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30 tokay geckos rescued in Assam
The rescued lizards have been released back in the wild after necessary legal procedures, he said
Assam Rifles DG Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera performs Ganpati aarti in Pune
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CM Sarma lays foundation for Rs 48,000 crore Adani project in Assam
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Assam Rifles Clarifies Incident Involving Naga Students Federation Delegation at Myanmar Border
Assam Rifles explains why Naga Students Federation delegation was stopped from crossing into Myanmar, emphasizing border regulations. Assam Rifles Clarifies Incident Involving Naga Students Federation Delegation at Myanmar Border
With nearly two decades of classical dance training, more than 225 stage performances and 14 screen productions, Rodali Bora has built a multidisciplinary artistic career spanning dance, cinema, filmmaking and education. An Assamese jiyori now based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, Bora has built her artistic journey around Sattriya, Bihu, cinema and storytelling. For her, dance [] The post Echoes of Assam: Rodali Boras mission to share her heritage in the UK appeared first on NorthEast Now .
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CM Himanta unveils 3,200 mw Adani power project, marking major expansion in Assams power capacity
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Our Average Cost Will Come Down: Himanta Sarma On Adani Power Project
Speaking exclusively to NDTV, Himanta Sarma said the project would be the biggest power plant not only in Assam but across the Northeast.
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Jeet Adani said Adani Group's experience of working in the state had been influenced by Himanta Sarma's approach to development.
Himanta Sarma Lays Foundation Stone For Adani Power's 3,200 MW Assam Project
The project, which entails an investment of around Rs 48,000 crore, is expected to significantly boost Assam's power generation capacity while creating large-scale employment opportunities.
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Congress leader Abdul Khaleque accuses Assam CM of ruling via loans
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Assam CM lays foundation for Adani's 48,000 crore power project at Chapar
The 3,200 MW ultra-supercritical thermal power plant at Chapar will be commissioned in phases from December 2030 and is expected to generate 5,000 jobs once operational
Assam CM Lays Foundation Stone For Adani Powers 3,200 MW Thermal Plant Project In Dhubri
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Adani Power Lays Foundation Stone for
Adani Power begins Chapar 3200 MW ultra-supercritical plant in Dhubri, Assam, creating thousands of jobs and expanding the state
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Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma laid foundation stone for Adani Powers 3,200 MW project
Assam's Chief Minister laid the foundation stone for a 3,200 MW thermal power plant. This significant project represents an investment of approximately Rs 48,000 crore in Dhubri district. The plant is expected to create substantial employment opportunities during its construction and operational phases. This initiative is part of a larger Rs 63,000 crore power investment planned for Assam.
Himanta lays foundation for Adani Power's Rs 48,000-cr power plant in Assam
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma laid the foundation stone for Adani Powers Rs 48,000-crore, 3,200 MW thermal power plant at Chapar in Dhubri, one of the largest single investments in the state. The project, comprising four 800 MW ultra-supercritical units, is expected to create up to 20,000 jobs during construction and around 5,000 once operational, while boosting Assams ambitions to emerge as a major energy hub in the Northeast.
Adani Power lays foundation for 48,000 cr Assam power project
Adani Power has laid the foundation stone for a 48,000-crore, 3,200 MW thermal power project in Assams Dhubri district. Jeet Adani said the project will become the Northeasts largest power asset and generate significant employment and economic activity in the region.
Adani Group to Create 40,000 Jobs in Assam as State Emerges as Energy Hub
Adani Groups plans for a thermal power project in Assam promise 40,000 jobs, positioning the state as a key energy hub in India. Adani Group to Create 40,000 Jobs in Assam as State Emerges as Energy Hub
'Assam can become Battery of India': Jeet Adani announces 40,000 jobs in state
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 20 (IANS) Assam has the potential to emerge as a major energy hub for the country and could become the Battery of India in the coming years, Adani Group Director Jeet Adani said on Sunday. In his remarks at the foundation stone laying ceremony of Adani Power's 3,200 MW thermal power project in Chapar in the state's Dhubri district, Jeet Adani said Assam's transformation over the past few years has been remarkable, with the state emerging as one of India's most attractive investment destinations. Over the past 5 years, Ive been to Assam 40 times. But standing here today, right in the middle of all of you on this beautiful land, is a massive honour for me, he said. I truly believe that in the coming years, Assam won't just generate energy for its own needs -- it will become a major energy hub, powering the security of the entire nation. You could say that Assam has the potential to become the 'Battery of India', Jeet Adani added. He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for creating an environment that has accelerated economic growth, infrastructure development and business opportunities across the state. Jeet Adani said Assam is no longer known only for its natural beauty and cultural heritage, but is increasingly gaining recognition as a hub for investment, industry, and large-scale development projects. Reflecting on the Adani Group's journey in Assam, Jeet Adani said the company initially entered the state with the objective of contributing to its growth but soon discovered expanding opportunities across multiple sectors. He praised Chief Minister Sarma's governance style, describing it as focused on swift execution and rapid implementation of projects. Last year, at the Rising Northeast Global Investors Summit, our Group Chairman, Gautam Adani, announced that the Adani Group would invest up to Rs 1 lakh crore in the Northeast over the next 10 years. Today, I am incredibly proud to share that work is already underway in Assam with an investment of nearly Rs 80,000 crore, he stated. He emphasised that job creation and local participation remain central to the Group's investment strategy. The upcoming Rs 48,000-crore thermal power project, which will have a generation capacity of 3,200 MW, is expected to become the largest power generation asset in the Northeast. Weve already conducted 4 to 5 job drives here, and 4,500 local youth from Assam have already been hired! The Adani Groups businesses in Assam will generate around 40,000 direct and indirect job opportunities for the people here, Jeet Adani noted. And this is just the beginning. As we grow in Assam, opportunities for local youth will grow with us. Our goal is to ensure that more and more local talent becomes an active part of this growth journey, he stressed.
Assam Chief Minister Lays Foundation for
Assams CM inaugurated a massive thermal power plant by Adani Power, promising job creation and increased energy capacity for the state. Assam Chief Minister Lays Foundation for 48,000 Crore Adani Power Thermal Plant in Dhubri
Assam CM lays foundation stone for Adani Powers Rs 48,000-crore thermal plant in Dhubri
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 20 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday laid the foundation stone for Adani Power Limiteds 3,200 MW ultra-supercritical thermal power plant at Chapar in Dhubri district, marking one of the largest private investments in the state's history. The project, which entails an investment of around Rs 48,000 crore, is expected to significantly boost Assams power generation capacity while creating large-scale employment opportunities. According to the company, the plant is likely to generate up to 20,000 jobs during the construction phase and around 5,000 permanent and indirect jobs once it becomes operational. The foundation stone ceremony was attended by senior state government officials, industry representatives, community leaders and Adani Group Director Jeet Adani. The Chapar thermal power project forms a major component of the Adani Groups broader Rs 63,000-crore investment plan in Assams power sector. The plant is scheduled to be commissioned in phases beginning in December 2030 and will comprise four units of 800 MW each. It will use ultra-supercritical technology designed to improve efficiency while incorporating modern environmental safeguards. In his address at the event, Chief Minister Sarma said Assam is rapidly emerging as an energy hub for the Northeast and that several large energy projects are currently under development in the state. He described the Chapar project as a major outcome of the investment commitments made during the Advantage Assam Investor Summit 2.0. With an investment of nearly Rs 48,000 crore, this project will constitute one of the largest single investments ever made in Assam, he stated. Jeet Adani said the thermal power project marks the beginning of a new chapter in Assams development journey. The project will also create jobs and open up opportunities for local contractors, suppliers and businesses. We are proud to invest in Assam and be part of the states economic growth, he noted. Highlighting the Groups wider plans in the state, Jeet Adani said investments exceeding Rs 80,000 crore across power, aviation and cement sectors are already translating into projects on the ground.
Foundation stone laid for Adani Powers 48,000 cr thermal power project in Assam
Beyond power generation, the group is also developing and operating Guwahatis Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport
Methamphetamine tablets and heroin worth Rs 3.68 crores seized in Mizoram and Manipur; 5 arrested
Digital Desk | Aizawl/Imphal, Sep 20 (IANS) Security forces in Mizoram and Manipur seized methamphetamine tablets and heroin worth over Rs 3.68 crore and arrested five drug peddlers, officials said on Sunday. A defence spokesman said that acting on specific intelligence inputs regarding illegal transportation of narcotic substances, Assam Rifles launched a joint operation with Mizoram Police T-Junction areas of Mimbung-Kawlbem-Ngopa in Saitual District. During the operation, the joint team apprehended a drug peddler. Further search of the individual led to recovery of 2.285 kg of the methamphetamine tablets, valued at approximately Rs 1.83 crore. The apprehended individual along with the recovered contraband were taken by Ngopa Police station for further investigation and necessary legal action under the Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act 1985. In another operation, based on credible intelligence regarding transhipment of narcotics at Iron Gate in bordering Zokhawthar, troops of Assam Rifles in coordination with Mizoram Police launched a targeted operation in the area under the Champhai district, a hot spot of illegal drug trade from Myanmar. During the operation, the joint team intercepted a drug smuggler at Iron Gate, and on thorough search recovered 28 grams of heroin, a highly dangerous narcotic substance with an estimated value of Rs 5.6 lakh. The individual was subsequently arrested. The seized contraband and the apprehended individual were subsequently handed over to Zokhawthar Police Station for further investigation and requisite legal proceedings under the NDPS act. This seizure reflects Assam Rifles continued resolve to dismantle drug trafficking networks and ensure the safety and security of the border population in Mizoram. The successful operation highlights the operational effectiveness, vigilance and intelligence-based approach of Assam Rifles and Mizoram Police in combating the trafficking of narcotic substances and maintaining security in the region, an official statement said. According to the statement, the force remains steadfast in its commitment towards ensuring peace, security and stability in the Northeast. In Manipur, a combined team of state Police, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Assam Rifles in Senapati district arrested two drug peddlers, both natives of Assams Goalpara District and recovered methamphetamine tablets weighing 2.3 kg contained in ten packets. The value of the drugs estimated to be Rs 1.80 crore. The arrested drug smugglers were identified as Rohim Ali (23) and Anowar Hussiain Laskar (48). Following further investigation, one of their accomplices, Md Nawaz Khan, a resident Mayai Leikai in Imphal, was also arrested. A Bolero vehicle, cash amount of Rs 5,000 also recovered from them. Mizoram and Manipur have emerged as major drug-trafficking corridors in the Northeast because of their long and porous international borders with Myanmar and their proximity to the Golden Triangle, one of the world's major illicit narcotics-producing regions. Six districts of Mizoram and five districts of Manipur share around 910 km of unfenced international border with Myanmar.
Adani Group Director Jeet Adani and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday (September 20) laid the foundation stone for a 3,200 MW ultra-supercritical coal-based thermal power plant at Chapar in Dhubri district of the state.The 4800 MW project, being developed by Adani Power, entails an estimated investment of Rs 48,000 crore.
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Rahul flags lack of hostels for female students, seeks answers from PM
New Delhi, Sep 20 (PTI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday flagged the issue of lack of hostels for female students and sought answers from Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the problem being faced by them. Gandhi cited the remarks by a female student during his Chhatron Ki Goonj event in Indore on Saturday to corner the government. ? , PG
Shah Instigated Removal of voters: Congress slams ongoing SIR
New Delhi, Sep 20 (PTI) The Congress on Sunday flagged the issue of large-scale deletions during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls being carried out by the Election Commission, alleging that the SIR is actually a massive Shah Instigated Removal of voters and an assault on the Constitution. The opposition party said there is abundant evidence to prove that large-scale deletions across states are overwhelmingly those of voters belonging to the most economically and socially disadvantaged and deprived sections of the society. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said the Election Commission of India (ECI) began Phase-1
The Nordic diet can help you sleep better and live longer
Aarhus, Denmark, Sep 20 (The Conversation) We live in Denmark, which consistently ranks as one of the worlds healthiest countries. The modern Danish diet, however, may not be quite so world-leading with many Danes consuming high levels of sugar, salt and convenience food. Yet, go back a few generations and science is increasingly showing that many of the staple foods of our grandparents generation. Think homemade rye bread, herring, root vegetables and berries can significantly reduce your risk of chronic disease and help you live longer. Often described as the Mediterranean diet of the north, the Nordic diet
Papon pays heartfelt tribute to Zubeen Garg on his first death anniversary
Singer Papon paid tribute to his close friend and Assams legendary musician Zubeen Garg on his first death anniversary. He attended a ceremony, met Gargs wife Garima Saikia Garg and shared an emotional note remembering his late friend
Senior journalist Payal Mehta dies, PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi offer condolences
Payal Mehta, a senior journalist with CNN-News18, passed away in the early hours of Sunday in Mumbai. Mehta (46) was on a visit to Mumbai when she developed uneasiness early in the morning. She was rushed to a hospital, where she later passed away. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, and other Union ministers condoled Mehta's death. In a post on X, senior journalist Sheela Bhatt said, On a visit to Mumbai, she developed uneasiness. Around 2 am she was taken to the hospital. Before any treatment could be administered, her pulse went silent. Mehta was known as a hard-working journalist who covered the Parliament, the government and the BJP. Payal Mehta Ji was a hardworking journalist who remained firmly connected to the ground, bringing a deep understanding of ..
Assam-Nagaland MLAs propose joint committee to resolve local border disputes
Guwahati: Assams Sarupathar MLA Biswajit Phukan and Nagalands Bhandari MLA Achumbemo Kikon have proposed a joint committee to help resolve disputes along the Assam-Nagaland border. The proposed Sarupathar-Bhandari Joint Peace and Coordination Committee will include public and civil society representatives and Border Magistrates from both States. Sarupathar is in Golaghat district and shares a border [] The post Assam-Nagaland MLAs propose joint committee to resolve local border disputes appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam pays heartfelt tribute to Zubeen Garg, who died in Singapore last year
Assam remembers iconic singer Zubeen Garg on his death anniversary, with people across the state paying tribute and lighting earthen lamps. Meanwhile, the murder trial involving seven accused continues in Guwahati, even as a Singapore court had ruled his death an accidental drowning.
Tension along Assam-Meghalaya border after group allegedly enters Maikhuli Field
Guwahati: A group of more than 100 people from Assam allegedly entered Maikhuli Field along the Assam-Meghalaya border on Saturday after removing a partly cemented wall behind Maikhuli Upper Primary School. The group then locked the fields entrance gate, stopping villagers from entering the area, and was allegedly led by Mintu Boro of Bakrapara in [] The post Tension along Assam-Meghalaya border after group allegedly enters Maikhuli Field appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Assam Seeks Bengal's Support To Revamp Historic Madhupur Satra In Cooch Behar
Himanta Biswa Sarma also proposed that a delegation from West Bengal visit Batadrava Than in Assam
Assam dominate NE Badminton Championship
Shillong, Sep 19: Assam dominated the Yonex Sunrise North East Zone Inter-State Badminton Championship 2026, winning five of the 10 individual titles at the JN Indoor Stadium here on Saturday. Mizoram and Manipur claimed two titles each, while Arunachal Pradesh won one. Assam had earlier swept all four team titles in the mens, womens, U-19 []
By Banjit Sarmah In the history of Assamese music, the arrival of certain artists marks not merely the emergence of another artiste, but the beginning of a new era. Zubeen Garg was one such artist. He gave Assamese music a new sound, a new musical vision and a powerful connection with the younger generation. To [] The post Zubeen Garg: Assam, Society & the Rhythm of a Universal Vision first appeared on Highland Post .
Salim Merchant gets trolled over Kamakhya Mandir visit
Music composer and singer Salim Merchant faced criticism from a section of social media users after he shared pictures from his visit to the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Assam. The composer shared pictures with a friend, with both seen standing in front of the temple with folded hands after seeking blessings. In the pictures, Salim []
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SSB seizes over 325 kg ganja in Arunachal Pradesh, one arrested
Digital Desk | Kolkata/Itanagar, Sep 20 (IANS) The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), in a coordinated operation with the Arunachal Pradesh Police, seized nearly 325.5 kg of cannabis (Ganja) from the West Kameng district of the state on Friday. The operation was carried out by troops of the 61 Battalion SSB, Bhairabkhunda. One person has been arrested in this connection. The seizure comes weeks after the Assam Police seized over 307 kg of ganja near the state's border with Arunachal Pradesh. According to officials, Arunachal Pradesh has now turned into a major producer of narcotics like Opium and Cannabis (Ganja). This illicit cultivation takes place in remote parts of the state. Cultivators and traffickers believe that the terrain and difficult landscape will leave their operations undetected. However, security agencies have launched a drive to prevent the production and trafficking of narcotics. The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has also directed all agencies to remain alert towards the movement of narcotics through states in northeastern India that are close to the infamous Golden Triangle. This is part of the Government's drive against narcotics as part of its Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. The state government in Arunachal Pradesh has also launched a crackdown on the cultivation of illegal drugs. The state has so far destroyed 18.587 acres of illegal poppy (opium) and 64.59 acres of cannabis cultivation in the state, Chief Secretary Manish Kumar Gupta said recently. Such operations are crucial to prevent the consumption of narcotics in the strategic border state as well as their transportation elsewhere. This illegal activity is related to crime and even insurgency. There is evidence that insurgent groups promote such trade for profit. It is also a way of recruiting the youth from such states by engaging them in this trade, an official said. Central Armed Police Forces and paramilitary forces like the SSB and Assam Rifles are now assisting local authorities in states like Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura to tackle the menace of narcotics. There is better coordination between the state police and central forces now. Intelligence networks have been created, and there are regular crackdowns on the trafficking of narcotics. Thousands of kg of narcotics - both cultivated locally and smuggled from across the border have been seized over the last few months. This action will continue, the official said. Groups involved in the racket are also being identified, and members are being apprehended during the operations.
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Gauhati HC hears PIL challenging EVMs in Assam polls
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 19 (IANS) The Gauhati High Court has taken up the hearing arguments on the maintainability of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the credibility and legal acceptability of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) used in the recent Assam Assembly elections, officials said on Saturday. A bench led by Chief Justice Ashutosh Kumar heard submissions and fixed November 4 for the next hearing, when further arguments are expected on whether the petition can be admitted. The PIL has been filed by the Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) leader Ziaur Rahman along with Congress leaders Guptamani Sharma and Ripun Bora. The petitioners have raised concerns regarding the semiconductor technology and microchips used in EVMs, the disclosure of source code and the transparency of the machines' programming. They contend that the technology should be subject to greater independent scrutiny. According to Rahman, the petition differs from earlier legal challenges that questioned EVM reliability in general, as it focuses specifically on the semiconductor components and the possibility of independently examining their programming. The petition also refers to an alleged connection between a major Japanese semiconductor company and Assam's semiconductor investment initiatives. Rahman has claimed that officials of the company met Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during his visit to Japan in January 2025. The petitioners have also alleged that the Election Commission of India has not made the relevant EVM source code publicly available. They have questioned whether sufficient technical information is accessible for public examination. Another issue raised in the PIL concerns alleged similarities in polling patterns across several Assembly constituencies during a particular period on the polling day. Rahman has said that these patterns warrant judicial scrutiny. However, the allegations form part of the petition and have not been established by the High Court. The ongoing proceedings are currently limited to the maintainability of the PIL, with no court judgment issued on the substantive claims. During the September 18 hearing, counsel representing the petitioners and the Election Commission advanced their arguments. The Assam government is expected to present its position at a subsequent hearing, while the Japanese company named in the proceedings is also a party. Rahman said the court had indicated that the matter was serious and sensitive, involving issues connected with EVM-related cases before the Supreme Court and other high courts. The next hearing is scheduled for November 4.
Tension at Maikhuli as Assam group blocks road, clashes with locals
Nongpoh, Sep 19: Tension flared at Maikhuli along the disputed Assam-Meghalaya border in Ri-Bhoi on Saturday morning after a group allegedly from Assam fenced off and locked a village road leading to the local playground. The incident occurred around 10:30 am. Locals alleged the group used a JCB to damage a school boundary wall and [] The post Tension at Maikhuli as Assam group blocks road, clashes with locals first appeared on Highland Post .
Assam CM's 'deflated football' swipe at Mamata after her faction gets new poll symbol
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took a swipe at Mamata Banerjee after the Election Commission froze the Trinamool Congress name and symbol amid a factional feud. He predicted Banerjee would not return to power and commented on the rival factions' new names and election symbols ahead of the October 6 West Bengal bypolls.
Aasu wins 11 of 18 posts in Dibrugarh University students union election
Marking the occasion, fans, family, prominent political leaders, and Bollywood collaborators came together to honour a legacy that continues to define the region's artistic identity.
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Rahul Gandhi a mad person: Assam CM
Guwahati, Sep 19: Rahul Gandhi is a mad person; sometimes you see him with a beard, sometimes clean-shaven, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said in a swipe at the former Congress chief after his murder of democracy remark following the arrest of the partys bypoll candidate in West Bengal. He defended the arrest of [] The post Rahul Gandhi a mad person: Assam CM first appeared on Highland Post .
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NE Badminton: Assam dominate, Mizoram, Manipur, Arunachal also win Gold
Shillong, Sep 19: The North East Zone Inter-State Badminton Championship 2026 came to a close at the JN Indoor Stadium here today with Assam walking away with the lions share of honours. Assam won five of the individual championship finals, with Mizoram and Manipur taking two each and Arunachal Pradesh one. On Thursday Assam had [] The post NE Badminton: Assam dominate, Mizoram, Manipur, Arunachal also win Gold first appeared on Highland Post .
Assamese Community in Shillong Observes First Zubeen Divas, Pays Tribute To Zubeen Garg
The Assamese Community of Greater Shillong observed the first Zubeen Divas at the Deba Kumar Das Memorial Hall in Lumshatsngi (Bishnupur), Shillong, on Saturday, paying tribute to legendary singer Zubeen Garg and remembering his enduring musical legacy. The programme was organised as a Shradhanjali (tribute) to honour Zubeen Gargs life and contribution to music and... The post Assamese Community in Shillong Observes First Zubeen Divas, Pays Tribute To Zubeen Garg first appeared on Northeast Today .
