“Congress won’t even qualify as Opposition this time”: Ex Congress MLA predicts major rout in Assam
Mar 05, 2026In a significant political development in Assam, suspended Congress MLAs Sashi Kanta Das and Kamalakhya Dey Purkayastha have announced that they will formally join the Bharatiya Janata Party on March 5, signalling yet another setback for the state unit of the Indian National Congress.
Assam unveils war memorial honouring 132 heroes
Mar 04, 2026- Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurates Saraighat Rana Smritisaudh in Guwahati. - The memorial commemorates the Battle of Saraighat and pays tribute to 132 warriors. - The event also saw the foundation stone laid for the expansion of the Brahmaputra riverfront park.
Assam CM orders coaching centres to withdraw APSC success ads within a week
Mar 04, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday, March 4, ordered coaching centres to withdraw advertisements featuring successful candidates within a week, accusing such institutes of misusing APSC success stories and misleading aspirants.
Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurates Dinesh Goswami flyover, promises relief from railway crossing bottleneck
Mar 04, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday, March 4 inaugurated the much-anticipated Dinesh Goswami Flyover at Bharalumukh, marking a major milestone in the state government’s ongoing urban infrastructure push.
Leopard beaten to death in Assam’s Duliajan after brutal attack on man
Mar 04, 2026A leopard was killed by residents of Duliajan in Assam’s Dibrugarh district on Wednesday, March 4 after it allegedly attacked a man amid Holi celebrations.
"Could have chosen another leader": Hagrama Mohilary reacts to Pramod Boro’s Rajya Sabha move
Mar 04, 2026Reacting to reports that former Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Chief Executive Member and UPPL leader Pramod Boro is being considered for the Rajya Sabha, BPF leader and BTR chief Hagrama Mohilary on Wednesday, March 4, said that in the larger interest of the party, other leaders could also have been given the opportunity instead of recommending oneself for the Upper House.
Congress may have no Hindu MLA in 2026 Assembly: Assam BJP
Mar 04, 2026The Assam unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on March 3 claimed that the 2026 Assam Legislative Assembly elections would script “unprecedented political history”, asserting that the Congress may not have a single Hindu MLA in the next Assembly.
Assam: Congress faces heat in Boko-Chaygaon over ‘parachute landing candidate’ row
Mar 04, 2026The Indian National Congress’ decision to unveil its first list of 42 candidates for the 2026 Assam Assembly elections has sparked unrest in the Boko-Chaygaon constituency, where the denial of a ticket to local aspirant Johnson J. Sangma has triggered sharp backlash from party workers and supporters.
‘Will serve as people’s representative": Ramen Singh Rabha reacts to Congress nomination for upcoming assembly polls
Mar 04, 2026The Indian National Congress has named former All Rabha Students’ Union president Ramen Singh Rabha as its candidate from the newly constituted 28 No. Boko–Chaygaon Assembly constituency, as part of its first list of 42 nominees for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections.
After Congress, Raijor Dal releases first list of candidates for Assam Assembly Polls 2026
Mar 04, 2026Raijor Dal on March 4 released its first list of 11 candidates, just a day after Congress released its first list of candidates, ahead of the Assam Assembly Elections 2026.
Congress first list of 42 in Assam: Six dynasts including three sons of former CMs
Mar 04, 2026Congress released its first list of 42 candidates for the Assam Assembly elections, headlined by party president Gaurav Gogoi contesting from Jorhat. The list features six dynastic candidates, significant reshuffling in held seats, defections to the BJP, and recruits from rival parties.
Dust clouds disrupt daily life along Kenduguri–Chauliabari road in Assam’s Bajali
Mar 04, 2026Residents and commuters have raised concerns over excessive dust and inconvenience along the Kenduguri–Chauliabari connecting road in Assam’s Bajali district, where ongoing road construction work has left the stretch in poor condition.
Railways approve 52 new train halts across Assam on experimental basis
Mar 04, 2026In a significant boost to rail connectivity in Assam, the Ministry of Railways has approved stoppages of 52 trains at multiple stations under the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) on an experimental basis.
Assam: Woman alleges misconduct by police officer; protest at Kokila outpost in Bongaigaon
Mar 04, 2026Protests were held at the Kokila Police Outpost in Bongaigaon district on March 4 after a woman alleged misconduct by the Officer-in-Charge when she visited the outpost to lodge a complaint of molestation.
‘I’ll be out of BJP if...’: Himanta Biswa Sarma on Congress leaders joining the saffron party
Mar 04, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma on March 4 remarked that while many Congress leaders are eager to join the BJP, he cannot induct all of them, quipping that doing so might cost him his own place in the party.
Assam: Bharalumukh Flyover to open today, named after former Union Law Minister Dinesh Goswami
Mar 04, 2026Guwahati is set to receive a major infrastructure boost as the long-awaited Bharalumukh flyover will be opened to the public on Wednesday, March 4 evening. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed that construction of the Y-shaped structure has been completed ahead of schedule, with the inauguration slated for around 5:30 pm.
Indian People’s Forum issues helpline numbers for Assamese people stuck in Dubai amid escalating West Asia conflict
Mar 04, 2026As tensions continue to escalate in West Asia, particularly in Iran, the Indian People’s Forum (IPF) has stepped in to assist Indian nationals stranded amid the conflict. The community organisation has released a state-wise list of helpline numbers and contact persons to provide immediate support to those affected. Indian citizens from Assam requiring assistance can reach out to Dubai-based Assamese journalist Geetika Datta at +971-555138679 for emergency coordination and guidance
Congress fires first shot while Akhil Gogoi scrambles for seats amid alliance talks
Mar 04, 2026Akhil Gogoi’s discontent is rooted in the ongoing seat-sharing negotiations between Congress and Raijor Dal. While Congress reportedly offered four direct seats, four friendly contests, and proposals for five additional constituencies, Raijor Dal found the arrangement unsatisfactory.
West Asia conflict likely to impact Assam tea industry, says industry body
Mar 04, 2026The ongoing conflict in West Asia will have a definite impact on India’s tea industry, particularly Assam’s exports, the Assam Branch president of the Tea Association of India (TAI) said on March 4.
‘Congress’ political character is rooted in dynasty’: Himanta attacks APCC candidate list
Mar 04, 2026A day after the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) released its list of candidates, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on March 4 launched a sharp attack on the party, alleging that its selections reflect “dynastic and family politics.”
‘Akhil Gogoi a victim of Congress blackmail politics, will eventually surrender’: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Mar 04, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on March 3 alleged that Raijor Dal chief Akhil Gogoi has become a “victim of blackmail politics” by the Congress and will eventually be compelled to align with the party ahead of the elections.
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