Assams Lok Sabha bypoll could define contours of Opposition politics in the State
Hog in the limelight: On Assams pygmy hog programme
The survival of the pygmy hog depends on a thriving ecosystem
Families opposing Siang project ask machinery owners to boycott work
Mizoram Universitys research scholars discover new montane toad species at Phawngpui National Park
Kuki groups fire at Naga villagein Manipur
Kohima hosts Japanese photographers exhibition on Naga cultural heritage
No secondary schools in 7 Meghalaya blocks, govt approves scheme to give grants
Assams NCD burden puts focus on safer diagnosis, specialist care
Heavy rain waterlogs all 14 wards in Sivasagar
109.2kg of Yaba tabs worth Rs 327cr seized in Assams Hailakandi, 1 held
Tawang admin issues fresh landslide advisory amid rain
Shillong markets to get Rs 130-crore infrastructure upgrade
4 masked men rob Saukuchi house in early-hours break-in
Wife killers last rites performed in Gauripur
A text ping from a trusted name: Check twice whos the boss
CID Halts Rs 10 Lakh Transfer In Boss Scam
Student dies after slipping under train in Hailakandi
Elephant seriously injured in Hojai train collision
3 elephants on move put Guwahati residents on alert
Guwahati traders wary of new UPI merchant fee on payments above Rs 2,000
BJP, Cong, AIUDF & TMC face off in Nagaon bypoll; 25 file nominations
Student, 20, Found Hanging In Hostel Room At Assam's Tezpur University
He left a diary containing a note about his life and death, some students told reporters. While police confirmed that a diary was found, they refused to share its content.
Around 1,000 ATM cards were issued by Truist Bank of US, through which $99,95,240 was withdrawn, as per CBI. These transactions span Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, and Assam, as well as other states.
Nagaon bypoll: BJP candidate expresses confidence of winning the Lok Sabha seat
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 16 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Devasish Sharma has expressed confidence in securing strong voter support in the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election, including from minority-dominated areas, as campaigning gains momentum in Assam. Sharma said the BJP was fully prepared for the electoral contest and that he was absolutely confident about the party's prospects. He also extended his best wishes to candidates representing other political parties. The BJP candidate thanked the people of Nagaon, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, the state BJP president, Cabinet ministers and MLAs for their support during the election preparations. Emphasising the BJP's governments at the Centre and in Assam, BJP candidate Sharma urged voters to focus on development and long-term public welfare rather than what he described as certain sentimental values that may not prove beneficial in the future. I am sure all the people in the minority areas are also looking for development, Sharma said, expressing his belief that the BJP government could fulfil their aspirations. Sharma further maintained that the party would receive substantial support from minority voters and perform strongly in the by-election. His remarks come as political parties intensify preparations for the Nagaon contest, where the BJP, Congress, AIUDF and other political forces are seeking to consolidate their respective voter bases. The BJP's outreach to minority-dominated areas and its emphasis on development are expected to form important elements of its campaign messaging ahead of polling. The by-election is being closely watched in Assam, given the constituency's political significance and the participation of multiple parties. Sharma's confidence contrasts with the competing claims of rival candidates, including AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal, who has also expressed confidence in winning the seat. The Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election is scheduled for October 6, while counting of votes will take place on October 9. The contest assumes additional significance because the Nagaon Lok Sabha seat was won by Congress in the 2019 and 2024 general elections. The seat fell vacant after Pradyut Bordoloi resigned as MP and subsequently joined the BJP before contesting the Dispur Assembly constituency. For the BJP, winning Nagaon would represent more than a parliamentary bypoll victory. It could strengthen the partys claim that its organisational and electoral influence is expanding into areas traditionally dominated by Congress. For the Congress, retaining the seat would provide a crucial counter-narrative and demonstrate that its traditional support base in central Assam remains intact. With both parties treating Nagaon as a political bellwether, the October 6 verdict is likely to be closely watched as an early indicator of Assams electoral mood.
Silver Lord Ram Statue, Gold-Plated Art Among Items At PM Mementos e-Auction
The collection has been sourced from different parts of the country, with larger representations from states including West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Assam, Bihar and Odisha.
Gold rebounds Rs 1,200 as bargain buying, easing crude oil prices lift sentiment
New Delhi, Sep 16 (PTI) Gold prices snapped a three-session losing streak on Wednesday, rising Rs 1,200 to Rs 1.55 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital as bargain buying by traders and easing crude oil prices boosted sentiment towards bullion. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity appreciated by Rs 1,200 to Rs 1,55,600 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) from Tuesdays closing level of Rs 1,54,400 per 10 grams, according to local traders. Silver also bounced back after holding steady for two straight sessions, surging Rs 7,400 to Rs 2.42 lakh per kilogram (inclusive of
Petition filed in Supreme Court to challenge imposition of MDR on UPI payments of above Rs 2,000
New Delhi, Sep 16 (PTI) A public interest litigation (PIL) matter has been filed in the Supreme Court, challenging the Centres decision to impose a merchant discount rate (MDR) on specified UPI person-to-merchant transactions of above Rs 2,000, saying the levy has been introduced without adequate statutory safeguards, transparency or public consultation. The government has introduced a 0.4% fee on UPI payments of more than Rs 2,000 made to merchants from October 15. Under this, a merchant discount rate (MDR) of 0.4% is to be levied on person-to-merchant transactions of above Rs 2,000. However, no MDR is to be levied
How tea, coffee, red meat and alcohol can affect absorption?
Oxford, Sep 16 (The Conversation) Most of us are used to hearing about the risks of not getting enough iron. Yet having too much iron in the body can also cause serious health problems. Iron overload occurs when it gradually accumulates in the body. Excess iron can be stored in organs such as the liver, heart and pancreas. This can scar the liver, weaken the heart so it cannot pump blood properly, and damage the bodys ability to control blood sugar, leading to diabetes. Could changing what you eat and drink affect how much iron builds up? In a recent
Assam CM Urges People To Light Ashirwad Ka Diya For PM Modi
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Nagaon bypoll: Ajmal confident of AIUDF win, takes aim at BJP-Congress
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 16 (IANS) All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) chief, Badruddin Ajmal, has expressed confidence that his party will emerge victorious in the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha bye-election in Assam, asserting that both the BJP and Congress will face defeat in the contest. Speaking in Hojai on Monday, Ajmal said the AIUDF's campaign would focus on what he described as humanity, while taking a swipe at the BJP and Congress over their respective political approaches. The BJP talks about Hindus, while the Congress does not talk about the concerns of either Hindus or Muslims. We talk about humanity, so we are fully confident that we will win, and the other two parties will lose, Ajmal said. The AIUDF chief is set to file his nomination papers for the Nagaon bye-election at 10 a.m. on Tuesday. The party had earlier named Ajmal as its candidate for the bypoll, setting up a closely watched electoral contest in one of Assam's politically significant Lok Sabha constituencies. Ajmal's candidature was announced a day before the deadline for filing nominations. The bye-election was necessitated following the vacancy in the Nagaon Lok Sabha seat. The contest has drawn attention because of the political significance of Nagaon, which has a substantial mix of communities and has traditionally witnessed competition among the BJP, Congress and minority-focussed political forces. Ajmal, who is the AIUDF's founder and chief, is a prominent political figure in Assam and currently represents Binnakandi in the state Assembly. The AIUDF has sought to project its campaign around issues concerning people across communities, with Ajmal positioning the party's approach as distinct from what he described as the BJP's focus on Hindu voters and the Congress' inability to adequately address the concerns of either community. The BJP and Congress are also expected to focus on their respective organisational strengths and voter bases as campaigning gathers pace. With Ajmal entering the fray, the Nagaon bypoll is set to become a significant test for the AIUDF's political standing in central Assam. The AIUDF chief reiterated that his party was confident of securing the seat and defeating both the BJP and Congress in the upcoming election. Meanwhile, the BJP has fielded former IAS officer and former Nagaon Deputy Commissioner Devasish Sharma, while the Congress has nominated former Batadroba MLA Sibamoni Bora. The contest assumes additional significance because the Nagaon Lok Sabha seat was won by the Congress in the 2019 and 2024 general elections. The seat fell vacant after Pradyut Bordoloi resigned as MP and subsequently joined the BJP before contesting the Dispur Assembly constituency.
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Guwahati, September 16: A 31yearold employee of Green View Tea Estate in Mariani, Jorhat district, was found dead after being missing for several days, with his decomposed body recovered from a sandbank along the Bhogdoi river on Saturday. Police later confirmed that the victim, identified as Anil Rajgarh, had been beheaded before his body was... The post Assam: Man Beheaded, Buried in Sand Along Bhogdoi River; 4 Arrested as Police Probe Extramarital Affair Link first appeared on Northeast Today .
Markets rebound on value buying; Sensex climbs nearly 333 pts, Nifty ends above 23,200
Mumbai, Sep 16 (PTI) Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded on Wednesday on value buying after falling sharply in the previous session, with bank stocks driving the rally in equities. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 332.63 points, or 0.45 per cent, to settle at 74,336.45. During the day, it jumped 502.04 points, or 0.67 per cent, to 74,505.86. The 50-share NSE Nifty was up 99 points, or 0.43 per cent, to end at 23,217.60. Among the 30 Sensex firms, ITC, State Bank of India, Axis Bank, Trent, Mahindra & Mahindra and Bharat Electronics were among the major winners. Tata
Guwahati, September 16: Filmmaker Rima Das acclaimed feature Village Rockstars 2 is set for a nationwide release on September 25, bringing the award-winning Assamese film to audiences in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Pune. The announcement follows its earlier theatrical run in Assam and its screening at MAMI Independent. A continuation of Das 2017... The post Assam Filmmaker Rima Das Village Rockstars 2 to Release Nationwide on September 25 first appeared on Northeast Today .
Rupee loses 7 paise to settle at 95.95 against US dollar
Mumbai, Sep 16 (PTI) The rupee stayed weak for the seventh consecutive session, declining 7 paise to 95.95 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, tracking a strong greenback overseas and foreign fund outflows. Forex traders said the rupees slide was capped by positive domestic equity markets, even as crude oil prices remained elevated amid escalating US-Iran conflict. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.89 and moved in the range of 95.85 to 95.98 against the greenback. The unit finally settled 7 paise lower at 95.95 (provisional) against the American currency. The local unit ended 34
Rahul Gandhi defamation case: Complainant gets final chance to argue, next hearing on Sept 21
Sultanpur (UP, Sep 16 (PTI) A court here on Wednesday gave the complainant in a defamation case against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi a final opportunity to present arguments, fixing September 21 for the next hearing with a warning against further delay. The case relates to alleged objectionable remarks made by Gandhi against the then Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Bengaluru in 2018. The hearing before the MP/MLA special court was deferred after Santosh Kumar Pandey, appearing for complainant and local BJP politician Vijay Mishra, sought more time to prepare his arguments, citing his engagement in a religious event. Gandhis
PM has decided to prostrate before Trump: Rahul on
New Delhi, Sep 16 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has decided to prostrate before US President Donald Trump and give a huge amount of money to America, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged on Wednesday and demanded a rollback of the governments decision to levy a fee on UPI payments. In a video posted on X, Gandhi urged Prime Minister Modi to stop lying down in front of the US, have a spine, stand up and rollback the UPI tax. Modi ji, roll back the UPI tax. Now. pic.twitter.com/IIt46zMgCG Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) September 16, 2026 The government on Tuesday introduced
Iron Lady Sanjukta Parashar Becomes First Woman To Head CRPFs Elite CoBRA Commando Unit
IPS officer Sanjukta Parashar, known as the Iron Lady of Assam, has become the first woman officer to head the CRPFs elite jungle warfare commando unit, CoBRA. The 2006-batch Assam-Meghalaya cadre officer was appointed Inspector General of CoBRA after serving in Assam Police and the National Investigation Agency. Parashar earned her moniker after leading a crackdown against the National Democratic Front of Bodoland as Sonitpur SP in 2013-14, an operation that resulted in the killing of 16 militants and arrest of 64 others. She takes charge as CoBRA operates in forest areas of Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand and two battalions remain deployed in Manipur. Her appointment is also part of the CRPFs wider effort to place women officers in key operational and combat-heavy leadership roles.
Check facts before raising fingers: Rahim Rather hits back at LoP over Assembly session
Srinagar, Sep 16: Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Abdul Raheem Rather on Wednesday hit back at Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Sharma over his criticism on the duration of the upcoming Autumn session. Addressing media persons during a meeting convened ahead of the upcoming Autumn session of the House, Speaker asked the LoP Sunil Sharma to check facts before raising fingers saying that J&Ks record of Assembly sittings was better than the national average. He said the 10-day session, comprising seven working days, was planned in accordance with the business before the House and there was no purpose in extending it unnecessarily. The Speaker said the Autumn session was traditionally shorter and would deal with government business, including legislative work, besides private members business. It won't serve any purpose to have a long session. We have to keep it as per the business, Rather said. Taking on the Opposition over its criticism of the session's duration, Rather cited figures from different state legislatures and said J&K has an average of 28 Assembly sittings against a national average of 24. Our position is best when we compare our position with other legislatures. J&K is performing better in terms of holding sittings, he said. Rather said the Constitution required that the gap between two sessions should not exceed six months and alleged that some legislatures held sittings largely to fulfil this constitutional requirement. He specifically referred to Assam, governed by the BJP, and said the state had convened a one-day Autumn session. Ask the LoP about Assam which is governed by BJP. Sunil Sharma (our LoP) served as the BJP's election in-charge for the state. He should answer this, Rather added. The Speaker also said that as compared to the sessions, as per the figures, of other states including Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab and Goa J&K's Assembly has performed favourably with legislatures elsewhere. He said Gujarat, after its Assembly was adjourned in March, met again in September for three days, while Rajasthan had two sittings, Uttar Pradesh four, Madhya Pradesh five, Punjab six and Goa five. My request to the LoP is to check facts before raising fingers, Rather said. He also referred to the duration of Autumn sessions held under previous governments, saying the J&K Assembly, when the erstwhile state had greater legislative powers, held its 2015 Autumn session from October 3 to 10. In 2017, he said, the Autumn session lasted four days, from July 4 to 8. The present LoP was part of the decision-making process at the time. We are now holding the session for 10 days and opposition (LoP) says we are making a joke of it, Rather said. The Speaker said the length of an Assembly session should be determined by the volume of business and not merely extended to increase the number of days. He also pointed to the expenditure involved in convening the House. Speaker of the Legislative Assembly called upon the media to exercise greater caution and responsibility while reporting the proceedings of the legislature. The media is a respected section of society and Journalists act as an important bridge between the government and the people, he said. Rather said the media had the responsibility of communicating government policies, programmes and performance to the public while honestly conveying people's problems and aspirations to the government as well. On media coverage of the Assembly proceedings, Speaker urged the journalists to prefer quality of legislative proceedings over disruptions and noisy scenes. Prefer quality over noise. Make performance primary so that the legislators should realise that adherence to rules, law and meaningful participation in the House will attract greater media attention than disorderly conduct, he said. He said excessive focus on ruckus could tempt other members, particularly younger legislators, to resort to similar behaviour for attention. Legislators should feel that sensible behaviour in the House will invite more coverage, he added. The Speaker also cautioned journalists to report Assembly proceedings with due care and avoid any reach of privilege. He also assured the media of smooth arrangement saying that efforts would be made to address inconveniences faced by journalists during previous sessions. The Autumn session of the J&K Legislative Assembly is scheduled to commence on September 21, 2026.
Sanjukta Parashar: Assam's Iron Lady Is CRPF CoBRA's 1st Woman Chief
Sanjukta Parashar previously served in the National Investigation Agency.
Assam Rifles, DRI Seize Yaba Worth
Agartala, September 16, 2026: In one of the biggest seizures of Yaba tablets in the region, the Assam Rifles, in coordination with the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Silchar, seized 109.2 kg of Yaba tablets valued at approximately 327 crore during a joint operation in Hailakandi district of Assam. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, a... The post Assam Rifles, DRI Seize Yaba Worth 327 Crore in Hailakandi; One Arrested first appeared on Northeast Today .
Assam CM Reviews Flood Damage Survey, Sets October 10 Deadline
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday reviewed the progress of the rapid assessment survey being conducted in flood-affected districts of Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat, and Golaghat. The survey, aimed at evaluating the extent of damage caused by the recent floods, is currently in its second phase. During the review, Sarma directed officials to ensure... The post Assam CM Reviews Flood Damage Survey, Sets October 10 Deadline first appeared on Northeast Today .
Assam Govt to Set Up Drug Rehabilitation Centres in Every District: CM Sarma
Guwahati, Sep 16: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the government will establish rehabilitation centres in every district to provide structured support for individuals struggling with drug addiction. The initiative aims to help affected people return to normal life while ensuring safe and regulated facilities. Speaking at a press conference in Jorhat after... The post Assam Govt to Set Up Drug Rehabilitation Centres in Every District: CM Sarma first appeared on Northeast Today .
Warsh likely to side with financial markets over Trump as Fed rate hike expected
WASHINGTON, September 16, 2026 (AP) Barely four months into the job, Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is stuck between two strong and opposing forces: Financial markets that anticipate the central bank will raise interest rates, and President Donald Trump, who wants the Fed to cut them or leave them unchanged. Economists expect that on Wednesday, Warsh and his fellow policymakers will side with the markets. Warsh, economists say, has largely boxed himself into a rate hike after delivering a high-profile speech last month warning that inflation remains too far above the Feds 2% target and might require higher borrowing
RPF Constable Saves Man Who Falls Between Train, Platform at Tambaram
Since there was no injury, he travelled in the same train to Assam
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Man Sentenced To Death For Rape, Murder Of 4-Year-Old Assam Girl In 2023
The sentence comes three years after a four-year-old girl was sexually assaulted and subsequently killed at Krishnakali Tea Estate.
Iron Lady Of Assam Sanjukta Parasor Becomes First Woman To Lead CRPFs 10-Battalion CoBRA
The 2006-batch Assam-Meghalaya cadre IPS officer brings counter-insurgency, field policing and NIA experience to CoBRAs top post.
Do pimple patches actually work? Here
Youre standing in the skincare aisle and pimple patches are everywhere clear ones, flesh-coloured ones, stars, hearts. They promise to flatten a pimple overnight. Then there are those satisfying social media videos where someone peels off a pimple patch to reveal a much calmer-looking pimple underneath. But do pimple patches actually work? And what are they really doing to your skin? Whats a pimple? A pimple forms when a hair follicle gets clogged with oil, dead skin cells and bacteria, causing inflammation, redness and sometimes a pus-filled head. You might also hear a pimple called a spot or a
Rupee falls 3 paise to 95.91 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Sep 16 (PTI) The rupee fell 3 paise to 95.91 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, facing pressure from a strong American currency and outflow of foreign funds. Positive domestic equity markets, however, supported the local currency, even as crude oil prices remained elevated amid heightened tension in West Asia, forex traders said. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.89 against the US dollar and fell further to 95.91, trading 3 paise lower from its previous close. The rupee settled 34 paise lower at 95.88 against the American currency on Tuesday, after
Delhi-NCR braces for another rainy day as IMD forecasts thunderstorms, lightning
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) Delhi-NCR is likely to remain partly cloudy on Wednesday, with rain and thunderstorms expected in several areas as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast continued wet weather across the region and adjoining parts of northwest India. The national capital and neighbouring regions are likely to experience another spell of unsettled weather on Wednesday, with thunderstorms and lightning possible at isolated places. The IMD has forecast isolated heavy rainfall over Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and Punjab. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are also likely at isolated locations in Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi, Punjab and Uttarakhand. The weather system could result in short spells of rain accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds in some areas, rather than continuous rainfall throughout the day. The wet conditions are expected to continue into Thursday, with the IMD forecasting fairly widespread to widespread rainfall over Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and Punjab on Wednesday and Thursday. Isolated areas could also receive heavy rain during this period. Bihar is also likely to witness rain and thunderstorm activity on Wednesday. Several parts of the state may receive showers, while thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds are possible in some areas. Odisha is expected to experience partly cloudy conditions with rain and thunderstorms in several districts. The IMD has warned of lightning and thunderstorm activity, along with the possibility of gusty winds in some parts of the state. In Rajasthan, weather conditions are likely to shift from partly sunny skies to increased cloud cover, followed by rain and thunderstorms in some areas. The IMD has issued thunderstorm and lightning warnings for both East and West Rajasthan, with gusty winds likely at isolated places. Himachal Pradesh is likely to remain partly cloudy, with scattered showers mainly expected during the afternoon. Temperatures are likely to remain relatively moderate, although weather conditions could stay unsettled in some parts of the state. Haryana is expected to witness rain, with thunderstorms possible during the morning and thundery showers likely in the afternoon. Uttar Pradesh may experience cloudy periods, with light rain in the morning followed by brief showers in the afternoon. Thunderstorms could occur at isolated places, prompting residents to exercise caution during lightning and sudden downpours. Uttarakhand is likely to receive light to moderate rain and thundershowers at a few places. The IMD has warned of thunderstorms with lightning and intense to very intense spells of rainfall at isolated locations, particularly in the hill districts. The rainfall activity is expected to extend beyond northwest India. Heavy rain is likely at isolated places over the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya, Kerala, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal on September 16.
AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal to contest Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll in Assam
Assam's opposition party, the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), has named party chief and Binnakandi MLA Badruddin Ajmal as its candidate for the October 6 Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election. With Ajmal entering the fray,...
Govt aware of Langpih SIR claims
Shillong, Sep 15: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the state government is aware of concerns raised by villagers in Langpih along the Meghalaya-Assam border over attempts to enrol them in Assams Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Sangma said the matter has not yet been discussed at his level but the Political Department is looking [] The post Govt aware of Langpih SIR claims first appeared on Highland Post .
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma predicts BJP win in Nagaon will lead to full sweep of 126 seats in 2031
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Adani Foundation Extends Aid to Flood-Affected Families Under Mission Relief
Adani Foundation is providing crucial support to families impacted by floods in Assam through its Mission Relief initiative. Adani Foundation Extends Aid to Flood-Affected Families Under Mission Relief
Assam plans Rs 50,000 crore investment for Viksit Assam 2047
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Assams CM Himanta Biswa Sarma believes the Nagaon by-election could signal a major shift for BJP, aiming for all 126 assembly seats. Assams Nagaon By-Election Could Pave the Way for BJPs Ambitious 126-Seat Goal, Says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
AIUDF Chief Badruddin Ajmal To Contest Lok Sabha Bypoll From Assam's Nagaon
The AIUDF had earlier indicated that Rezaul Karim Sarkar could be its nominee, but eventually opted to put its supremo directly into the electoral contest.
Dibrugarh gives cattle owners 24hrs to get animals off roads, markets
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542 found ineligible in Meghalaya draft electoral roll scrutiny
Assam plans Rs 50,000 cr investment to achieve Viksit Assam 2047
Assam's Chief Minister concluded a conference focused on administrative reforms and development. Discussions covered student dropout rates and healthcare infrastructure upgrades across districts. Plans were made for industrial land banks and embankment reconstruction after recent floods. A 'Seva Sankalpa Abhiyan' will commemorate Prime Minister Modi's 25 years in governance. Flood damage assessment and timely assistance distribution were also prioritized.
Assam's Saraighat Bridge undergoes Rs 7-crore rehabilitation to strengthen safety
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 15 (IANS) The historic Saraighat Bridge over the Brahmaputra in Guwahati has undergone a comprehensive rehabilitation at a cost of around Rs 7 crore, with the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) completing the major repair and strengthening works on Tuesday, an official said. NFR Chief Public Relations Officer Kapinjal Kishore Sharma said the rehabilitation work, aimed at strengthening critical structural components and improving the bridge's long-term reliability, commenced on July 13 and was completed on Tuesday. The Saraighat Bridge is an iconic landmark of Indian Railways and holds immense historical and strategic significance for Assam and the entire Northeast. The comprehensive rehabilitation has been undertaken to ensure its continued safety, structural integrity and reliability, he said. Commissioned in 1962, the Saraighat Bridge has served the nation for more than six decades and plays a crucial role in connecting the Northeast with the rest of the country. Sharma said the bridge had undergone considerable wear and tear over the years, with deterioration of the upper deck slab affecting some of its main structural parts. Routine maintenance and minor repairs were no longer adequate. A comprehensive rehabilitation was therefore taken up to restore the bridge and enhance its long-term structural reliability, he said. During detailed inspection and assessment, several areas requiring urgent attention were identified, including a distressed expansion joint at the Amingaon end, damaged supporting steel members, structural cracks and cavity formation in spalled concrete. Water ingress caused by the deterioration of the concrete had also damaged eight of the 11 expansion joints provided in the bridge, while multiple potholes and distressed portions were found on the road deck. Sharma said pothole repairs had been carried out on several occasions between January and May this year. However, the limited curing time available while keeping traffic movement operational resulted in the repaired concrete surface being damaged again, particularly under the impact of heavily loaded vehicles. This necessitated a more comprehensive and durable rehabilitation approach so that the repaired portions could achieve the required strength and durability, the CPRO said. As part of the rehabilitation, eight damaged expansion joints were dismantled and repaired, while distressed portions of the concrete road deck were removed and recast. Detailed repair and strengthening of the underlying steel structural members were also carried out, while damaged portions of the deck at multiple locations were systematically restored through concreting, followed by adequate curing. According to Sharma, the rehabilitation was undertaken with the objective of restoring the bridge's condition, strengthening critical structural components and ensuring that its structural integrity continues to meet modern load-bearing requirements and safety benchmarks. The work represents a significant intervention towards safeguarding a critical piece of national infrastructure and ensuring its continued reliability for the people of Assam and the Northeast, he said, adding that the successful completion of the major rehabilitation work reflected the sustained efforts and technical expertise of the engineering team of Indian Railways, with the entire exercise focused on safety, structural integrity and long-term durability. The Saraighat Bridge is one of Assam's most important transport links across the Brahmaputra and facilitates the movement of people and goods between the northern and southern banks of the river. Sharma said the comprehensive rehabilitation would help preserve the historic engineering landmark and ensure that it continues to serve Assam and the wider Northeast region safely and reliably for years to come.
Congress gets ground on lease for
Indore, Sep 15 (PTI) The Congress on Tuesday claimed nearly 2 lakh students have registered for its September 19 Chhatron Ki Goonj event in Indore, to be addressed by Lok Sabha MP Rahul Gandhi, and the party has been allotted a plot of land in front of a park for Rs 10 lakh fee for the programme. Amidst a political war of words, a Madhya Pradesh government body on Tuesday allocated 12,000 square meters of land on a temporary lease for the Opposition partys student outreach programme, whose fifth edition is being held in the states commercial capital, an official
Assam plans Rs 50,000 crore investment push to achieve Viksit Assam 2047
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Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark rate, defying Trump
WASHINGTON, September 15, 2026 (AP) The Federal Reserve is widely expected to lift its short-term interest rate Wednesday for the first time in three years to fight stubbornly high inflation, a move that would put the central bank at odds with President Donald Trumps support for a cut. A quarter-point increase in the Feds rate, currently about 3.6%, isnt guaranteed because Fed Chair Kevin Warsh doesnt provide the signals about next moves that his predecessors did. Still, most analysts and economists expect a hike after a speech two weeks ago at the Feds annual conference in Jackson Hole, Wyoming,
Assam Elephant Durga Arrives at Madurai Temple
A five-year-old female elephant named Durga arrived at the Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundaraswarar Temple from Assam through Seva Trust, Chennai. She joins Parvathi, the temples existing female elephant.
Gaurav Gogoi urges Assam to bring five-year-old elephant Durga back
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Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 15 (IANS) Assam Congress President and Lok Sabha MP Gaurav Gogoi on Tuesday expressed confidence that the party would emerge victorious in the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha bye-election, while alleging that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has been making a secret pact with Badruddin Ajmal-led all India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) out of panic of a probable win of the Congress in the vacant Lok Sabha seat. Speaking to reporters here, Gogoi said the Congress was preparing for an aggressive campaign and remained confident of defeating its rivals in the October 6 bypoll. We are very confident of putting up a solid campaign, and we are confident of a victory in the forthcoming Nagaon bye-election, he added. Gogoi's remarks came amid indications that the AIUDF may field its President Badruddin Ajmal from Nagaon, potentially adding another significant player to what is already shaping up to be a closely fought political contest. The Congress leader claimed that the AIUDF had reconsidered its earlier candidate strategy after the Congress announced its nominee. According to Gogoi, the development reflected the strength of the Congress' position in the Lok Sabha constituency. Earlier, the AIUDF was thinking about another candidate, but after the Congress party announced its official candidate, the AIUDF have done a rethink, he said. Gogoi also targeted the BJP, alleging that the ruling party in Assam had become concerned after the Congress fielded a strong candidate. He claimed that a possible Badruddin Ajmal's candidature would ultimately work in favour of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The BJP has panicked and understood that the Congress has put forward a strong candidate, Gogoi said, alleging that the BJP had turned to its rusted political ally AIUDF to strengthen its position. The bypoll has consequently emerged as an important political test for both major parties ahead of the 2029 general election. The BJP has fielded former IAS officer and former Nagaon Deputy Commissioner Devasish Sharma, while the Congress has nominated former Batadroba MLA Sibamoni Bora. The political contest assumes additional significance because the Nagaon Lok Sabha seat was won by Congress in the 2019 and 2024 general elections. The seat fell vacant after Pradyut Bordoloi resigned as MP and subsequently joined the BJP ending his long association with the Congress just before this year's Assembly polls in the state. Bordoloi also contested successfully on a BJP ticket from Dispur Assembly constituency and he became an MLA. For the BJP, winning Nagaon would represent more than a Parliamentary bypoll victory. It could strengthen the party's claim that its organisational and electoral influence is expanding into areas traditionally dominated by the Congress. For the Congress, retaining the seat would provide a crucial counter-narrative and demonstrate that its traditional support base in central Assam remains intact. With both parties treating Nagaon as a political bellwether, the October 6 verdict is likely to be closely watched as an early indicator of Assam's electoral mood.
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This week on Health Wrap by The Hindu, we explore how new data and emerging technologies are reshaping public health in India and beyond. The latest maternal mortality figures from the Registrar General show a steady national decline, yet states such as Madhya Pradesh, Assam and Uttar Pradesh continue to report alarmingly high numbers, highlighting the urgent need for equitable access to maternal healthcare. Meanwhile, Indias COVID-19 death toll is under renewed scrutiny, as Civil Registration System data reveals 15.5 lakh excess deaths in 202021figures that contrast sharply with earlier international estimates. In a breakthrough for womens health, the US FDA has approved an at-home HPV screening kit, reflecting a shift towards decentralised diagnostics that could hold relevance for India. Scientists in Chennai, in collaboration with researchers in the US, have identified a new subtype of MODY, a rare genetic form of diabetes, reinforcing the call for wider genetic screening. A migraine drug is also showing promising results in reducing depressive symptoms, offering new hope in the overlap between neurological and mental health. As we approach World Hypertension Day, new data from the ICMR shows nearly one in three Indian adults suffers from high blood pressureyet more than half are unaware of their condition. These developments underscore the importance of accessible data, inclusive care, and innovation-led health systems that leave no one behind.
