Culture Ministry apologises after ‘Bihuna’ misspelling triggers row in Assam
Feb 23, 2026The Culture Ministry apologised for the misspelling of 'Bihuna' in Assam, addressing public concerns. Corrective measures will be implemented to uphold cultural respect.
'Schedule set for Congress leaders to join BJP’: Himanta says party preparing for 2029 Lok Sabha polls
Feb 23, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on February 23 asserted that he has a “schedule” regarding when Congress leaders are expected to join the BJP, while emphasising that the party has already begun preparations for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.
Congress–AJP alliance near finalisation; BJP candidates ready for 80 seats: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Feb 23, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has claimed that the proposed alliance between the Congress party and the Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) is almost finalised, with seat-sharing discussions reportedly covering several constituencies across the state.
Assam’s Kanak Deka scripts history with Northeast’s first private rail corridor, invests Rs 250 crore in landmark logistics hub
Feb 23, 2026Assam-based entrepreneur Kanak Deka has established the region’s first private railway corridor, marking a transformative moment in the logistics and manufacturing landscape of the state.
Country-made 9mm pistol seized in Assam's Sivasagar, two apprehended
Feb 23, 2026Assam's Sivasagar Police recovered a 9mm country-made pistol along with an empty magazine during an operation in the town on February 23.
Sikkim MP writes to Delhi Police seeking action in Malviya Nagar racial abuse case
Feb 23, 2026Sikkim MP appeals to Delhi Police for prompt action in Malviya Nagar racial abuse case. The letter stresses urgent investigation and strict enforcement to maintain social harmony.
Centre sanctions 728 roads, 62 bridges worth Rs 1800 crore for Assam: Union Minister Shivraj Chouhan
Feb 23, 2026Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday, February 23, announced a massive infrastructure and agriculture push for Assam, sanctioning 728 roads worth over Rs 1,800 crore and 62 bridges, while also clearing additional support for farmers under the Price Support Scheme (PSS).
Assam’s renowned writer Rita Chowdhury dedicates Kharghuli residence to Adharxila trust and Zubeen Garg’s activities
Feb 23, 2026Rita Chowdhury has announced the separation of her political activities from the trust she manages to ensure clarity and focused operations. This step aims to avoid conflicts of interest while maintaining dedicated efforts in both areas.
Unidentified road accident victim dies at Assam's Diphu Medical College
Feb 23, 2026An unidentified road accident victim died at Diphu Medical College, Assam. Authorities are investigating to determine the cause and identify the victim.
Assam: Baksa district gears up for 2026 elections with focus on voter access and polling station readiness
Feb 23, 2026Meeting held on 23rd February at DC Conference Hall, Mushalpur, to assess polling station amenities. District Commissioner Gautam Das urged departments to address infrastructure and connectivity gaps before the 2026 Assembly Election. Officials from PWD, APDCL, telecom, and education participated in the review.
Assam Rifles DG briefs Manipur CM on security situation
Feb 23, 2026Assam Rifles DG and Manipur CM discuss security updates and peace measures. Both stress continued coordination for stability in the region.
BJP to launch ‘Jan Ashirwad Yatra’ in Assam from February 28 ahead of Assembly polls
Feb 23, 2026BJP launches Jan Ashirwad Yatra in Assam from February 28 to engage voters ahead of Assembly elections. Party leaders will address public meetings across districts to boost support.
JSW Group, Assam govt launch landmark heritage museum in Guwahati to showcase 17th-century Vrindavani Vastra
Feb 23, 2026The construction of state-of-the-art heritage museum – being built in collaboration between the JSW Group and the Government of Assam – commenced in Guwahati on February 23.
Assam: Bongaigaon residents face nightmare as dilapidated Talaguri–Basugaon road worsens
Feb 23, 2026Commuters in Bongaigaon district of Assam are grappling with hardship as the Talaguri–Basugaon connecting road deteriorates into a state of near-total disrepair. The unfinished road, which was being constructed under the Asom Mala scheme, has left residents frustrated, inconvenienced, and sleep-deprived.
PM Modi to lay foundation stone for Bhutan rail link in Assam’s Kokrajhar on March 13
Feb 23, 2026Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on March 13 lay the foundation stone for a landmark railway project linking Assam’s Kokrajhar with Bhutan, a move that is being seen as a major strategic and developmental leap for India’s Northeast.
Assam: Sivasagar police bust alleged stolen goods racket, seize brass artefacts and cash
Feb 23, 2026Assam Police cracked down on an alleged stolen goods network in a late-night raid, seizing a large cache of brass and bell metal artefacts, oxygen cylinders, temple property and Rs 1 lakh in cash from a scrap depot in Sivasagar.
‘What is Bihuna?’: Row erupts over Centre’s Facebook post on Assam’s folk heritage
Feb 23, 2026A seemingly simple quiz post by the Union Ministry of Culture has snowballed into a cultural controversy, with many in Assam accusing the Centre of misspelling and misrepresenting two of the state’s most cherished traditions “Husori” and “Bihu” on its official social media page.
Assam: Kaziranga puts spotlight on endangered Fishing Cat, over 50 recorded inside the national park
Feb 23, 2026Kaziranga’s lesser-known predator took centre stage on Sunday, February 22, as conservationists, researchers and policymakers came together to spotlight the endangered Fishing Cat, a species quietly surviving in the wetlands of Assam but facing mounting threats across its habitat range.
Under-construction NH-27 bridge collapses in Assam’s Dima Hasao, one injured
Feb 23, 2026An under-construction bridge on National Highway 27 collapsed in Assam’s hill district of Dima Hasao on Sunday, February 22 triggering fresh concerns over infrastructure safety and project monitoring in the Northeast. The incident occurred at Dolai Chunga under Harangajao police station, leaving one person with minor injuries.
Assam director Rima Das earns special mention at Berlin film festival for 'Not a Hero'
Feb 23, 2026Rima Das received a special mention at the Berlin International Film Festival for her film 'Not a Hero'. This recognition underscores her impact on Indian and regional cinema
No roads, no water: Villagers in Assam's Sribhumi warn of poll boycott after years of alleged neglect
Feb 23, 2026Nearly 2,000 residents of Sharifnagar Fakirtilla village in Assam’s Sribhumi district have threatened to boycott the polls, alleging years of neglect despite repeatedly backing their former MLA with overwhelming support.
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