Assam: Dehing Tea Estate marks 50 years of Tusu Puja, celebrating cultural legacy of tea tribes community
Jan 14, 2026Reaffirming the rich cultural identity and agrarian roots of Assam’s Tea Tribes community, Dehing Tea Estate in Margherita marked the Golden Jubilee of Tusu Puja, commemorating five decades of uninterrupted observance of the sacred festival that symbolises gratitude, harvest prosperity, and community unity.
Meji fire symbolises hope and purity, not destruction: Himanta Biswa Sarma slams Congress over Bihu controversy
Jan 14, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday, January 14 slammed Congress, accusing the party of disrespecting Assamese culture and distorting the spiritual significance of Magh Bihu by linking it to acts of violence.
Senior advocate submits petition seeking Gauhati High Court bench in Barak Valley
Jan 14, 2026A Silchar-based senior advocate has submitted a petition to top constitutional authorities, seeking the establishment of a Circuit Bench or a Permanent Bench of the Gauhati High Court in the Barak Valley to improve access to justice for residents of the region.
"Rejaul became a hero due to Congress inaction": Himanta Biswa Sarma takes a dig at Gaurav Gogoi
Jan 14, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday, January 14 took a dig at Lok Sabha MP and Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gaurav Gogoi, accusing the Congress leadership of moral weakness and political opportunism in handling the controversy surrounding former minority leader Rejaul Karim Sarkar.
Himanta Biswa Sarma pushes women-led growth in Karbi Anglong under MMUA
Jan 14, 2026On the auspicious occasion of Bhogali Bihu, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma sharpened the political pitch on women empowerment while mounting a direct attack on the Congress leadership, as he rolled out fresh financial assistance under the flagship Mukhya Mantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan (MMUA) in the hill districts of Karbi Anglong.
'Cultural vandalism’: Assam BJP slams Congress over deleted Bhogali Bihu post
Jan 14, 2026A political storm has erupted in Assam amid Bhogali Bihu celebrations after the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accused the Assam Congress of politicising and distorting the state’s sacred cultural traditions through a controversial social media post.
Assam’s Jagiroad set for major transformation with Rs 5,923 crore Integrated Township Project
Jan 14, 2026Assam is poised for a major leap in industrial and urban development as the Jagiroad Integrated Satellite Township takes shape, backed by an investment of Rs 5,923 crore. The ambitious project aims to transform Jagiroad into a key hub of industry, innovation, and modern urban living.
Air Force Station Guwahati pays tribute to veterans on 10th Armed Forces Veterans Day
Jan 14, 2026The 10th Armed Forces Veterans Day was commemorated with solemn pride and ceremonial grandeur at Air Force Station Guwahati, as the nation paid homage to the courage, sacrifices and lifelong service of its military veterans. The event brought together over 1,500 veterans, serving personnel, veer naris and family members, reaffirming the Armed Forces’ enduring bond with those who once stood at the nation’s frontlines.
Himanta says Gaurav Gogoi ‘did not have the guts’ to expel Rejaul Karim Sarkar
Jan 14, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has sharply criticised Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, saying he lacked the courage to act against Rejaul Karim Sarkar, who recently resigned from the party.
Zubeen Garg drowned after swimming intoxicated without life vest near Singapore Island: Coroner’s Court
Jan 14, 2026Zubeen Garg was “severely intoxicated” and refused to wear a life vest when he drowned while swimming near Singapore’s Lazarus Island in September 2025, a police investigator told a coroner’s court on January 14.
“Bihu, Puja, Pushbacks”: Assam CM lists deportations among things ‘celebrated’ in state
Jan 14, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 14 shared a social media post highlighting the state government’s actions against alleged illegal infiltration, placing “pushbacks” alongside traditional festivals such as Bihu and Puja in a list of what he described as things celebrated in Assam.
From entry to exit: 60 hours of Rejaul Karim Sarkar in Congress. What went wrong
Jan 14, 2026On January 11, 2026, Rejaul Karim Sarkar, former president of the All Assam Minorities Students’ Union (AAMSU), formally joined the Indian National Congress in the presence of Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president Gaurav Gogoi at the Manabendra Sharma Complex in Guwahati.
“Cannot remain in Congress with BJP agents like Debabrata Saikia, Pradyut Bordoloi”: Rejaul Karim quits party
Jan 14, 2026Former All Assam Minorities Students’ Union (AAMSU) president Rejaul Karim Sarkar has resigned from the Indian National Congress, alleging deep ideological and moral differences with the party’s senior leadership in Assam.
Kamrup district bans 'Bulbuli fights' during Magh Bihu, cites high court order
Jan 14, 2026The Kamrup district administration has imposed a complete ban on the holding of Bulbuli bird fights during Magh Bihu celebrations, citing clear violations of wildlife protection laws and a recent Gauhati High Court ruling.
Nine Amrit Bharat Express trains to be introduced soon from Bengal, Assam
Jan 14, 2026The new year is shaping up as a significant milestone for Indian Railways, with a renewed push to improve the rail travel experience for both ordinary and long-distance passengers.
Experience vs new leadership: BJP faces tough call in newly formed Tihu seat
Jan 13, 2026With the dissolution of the Dharmapur Assembly constituency and the political map of Assam redrawn through delimitation, the newly formed Tihu constituency has emerged as a fresh battleground within the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), setting the stage for an intense contest between experience and generational change ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.
Assam: Veteran singer Samar Hazarika cremated with full state honours
Jan 13, 2026Assam awoke to heartbreaking news on Tuesday morning, January 13, as noted singer Samar Hazarika, the younger brother of legendary cultural icon Dr Bhupen Hazarika, passed away, casting a shadow of mourning over Uruka celebrations across the state.
Assam rolls out online system to fast-track loans for small farmers
Jan 13, 2026A state-wide rollout of the electronic Kisan Credit Card (e-KCC) platform is set to change how farmers in Assam access institutional credit, with a new agreement aimed at cutting delays and reducing paperwork in agricultural lending.
Assam student allegedly assaulted at IGNTU hostel in Madhya Pradesh, hospitalised
Jan 13, 2026A disturbing incident of alleged unprovoked violence against a student from Assam has been reported at the Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU), triggering fresh concerns over student safety, hostel security, and allegations of regional bias on university campuses.
Assam: Foundation laid for new bridge in Margherita Tea Estate, ending years of hardship
Jan 13, 2026Bringing long-awaited relief to hundreds of residents, the foundation stone for a new bridge on the Gara Line of Margherita Tea Estate was laid on Tuesday, January 13 marking a significant step towards improving connectivity and daily mobility in the area. The bridge, to be constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 10.13 lakh, will replace a dilapidated British-era structure that had collapsed years ago, causing severe inconvenience to locals.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma pays tribute to veteran BJP leader Kabindra Purkayastha in Silchar
Jan 13, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 13, visited the residence of veteran BJP leader and former Union Minister Kabindra Purkayastha in Silchar to pay obeisance and offer condolences to the bereaved family.
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