Assam: Senior Congress spokesperson Ratul Kalita resigns from party
Mar 07, 2026Ratul Kalita, senior spokesperson of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee, on Saturday, March 7, announced his resignation from the party, alleging that leaders from ordinary backgrounds are not given importance within the organisation.
Assam upgrades infrastructure at 22,923 temples and namghars with Rs 433 crore investment
Mar 07, 2026Assam invests Rs 433 crore to renovate 22,923 temples and namghars. The move aims to enhance facilities and preserve cultural heritage across the state.
Assam: Raid on illegal brick kilns turns hostile as mob forces revenue officials to retreat in Boko
Mar 07, 2026A government crackdown on illegal brick kiln operations in Assam’s Boko–Chaygaon co-distrct faced stiff resistance after a revenue official was allegedly chased away by suspected operators during a demolition drive on March 7.
Pawan Gogoi appointed General Secretary of Asom Chatra Parishad
Mar 07, 2026Pawan Gogoi takes charge as General Secretary of Asom Chatra Parishad. He will lead efforts to represent students and promote youth development in Assam.
Assam Government to roll out 'SHe-Box' across departments to tackle workplace harassment
Mar 07, 2026In a significant step towards strengthening workplace safety and ensuring a secure reporting mechanism for women employees, the Assam government has decided to introduce the Sexual Harassment Electronic Box (SHe-Box) across all departments of the state administration. The move aims to provide a confidential and accessible platform for women employees to report cases of workplace harassment without fear of exposure or retaliation.
Raijor Dal leader Golam Babu Kibriya quits party, accuses leadership of compromising its political independence
Mar 07, 2026Raijor Dal leader Golam Babu Kibriya on March 7 formally resigned from the party, accusing its leadership of compromising its political independence by aligning with the Congress.
Goods vehicle hit by train at railway crossing in Assam's Tinsukia
Mar 07, 2026A goods vehicle was hit by a moving train at Laipuli in Assam’s Tinsukia on March 7, damaging the vehicle though the driver and handyman narrowly escaped unharmed.
While Akhil Gogoi goes live from Kaziranga Orchid Park, Gaurav Gogoi lunches nearby and moves on
Mar 07, 2026Uncertainty surrounding a possible opposition alliance in Assam ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections intensified on March 7 after Raijor Dal chief Akhil Gogoi went live on Facebook from Kaziranga Orchid Park to express disappointment over the lack of progress in alliance talks with the Indian National Congress.
Five milk processing plants lift Assam’s dairy output to nearly 1.5 lakh litres a day
Mar 07, 2026Assam's dairy output has increased significantly with five new milk processing plants operational. This growth supports farmers and boosts the state's economy.
Himanta Biswa Sarma continues Jana Ashirwad Yatra in Upper Assam on Day 6
Mar 07, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's Jana Ashirwad Yatra in Upper Assam continues on sixth day from Sarupathar, the rally focuses on connecting with people and addressing their concerns. The campaign highlights government development and welfare schemes ahead of elections.
LPG price hike sparks rush at agencies in Guwahati, domestic cylinders costlier by Rs 60
Mar 07, 2026A sudden hike in cooking gas prices triggered a rush of customers at several LPG distribution centres across Guwahati on Saturday, March 7 morning, as residents scrambled to confirm the revised rates and assess the impact on their household budgets. The price revision, which affects both domestic and commercial cylinders, has raised concerns among consumers and businesses already grappling with rising living and operational costs.
Two arrested in kidnapping and firing cases in Assam's Dima Hasao district
Mar 07, 2026Police in Dima Hasao district of Assam have arrested two persons allegedly involved in a kidnapping case and a firing incident reported in the region.
Mother, son killed in wild elephant attack at tea garden in Assam’s Tinsukia
Mar 07, 2026A mother and her son were killed after a herd of wild elephants attacked their home at a tea garden in Assam’s Tinsukia district late on Friday night, March 6, officials said.
Village Rockstars 2 review: A journey through the paddy fields and scents of Assam’s village life
Mar 07, 2026The film captures the simplicity and struggles of village life while revealing its quiet truths. For anyone who has left their village behind and moved to a big city, the film gently takes you back to the days you once lived.
Naduar Congress workers oppose ticket for new entrant Sunil Chetri ahead of 2026 Assam Assembly election
Mar 07, 2026A group of Congress workers and aspirants from the 69–Naduar Assembly constituency in Assam has urged the leadership of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) to reconsider the possible candidature of newly joined leader Sunil Chetri for the upcoming assembly elections.
“Final Attempt Also Failed”: Akhil Gogoi posts cryptic message amid opposition alliance talks in Assam
Mar 07, 2026Raijor Dal chief Akhil Gogoi on March 6 posted a cryptic message on social media, writing in Assamese “সৰ্বশেষ চেষ্টাও ব্যৰ্থ,” which roughly translates to “the final attempt also failed.”
Domestic LPG up by Rs 60, commercial cylinders costlier by Rs 114.5 from March 7
Mar 07, 2026Domestic and commercial LPG cylinder prices have been increased by Rs 60 and Rs 114.5 respectively, with the revised rates coming into effect from March 7, according to data available on the website of Indian Oil Corporation.
I will rule BTC for 15 years, says BTC chief Hagrama Mohilary
Mar 06, 2026BTC Chief and senior Hagrama Mohilary on Friday, March 6, asserted that he would continue to lead the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) for at least the next 15 years. Mohilary made the remark while addressing a public meeting during the “Dispur Chalo” programme organised by the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) at Nimuwa in Assam’s Baksa district.
Mother clings to hope of 'parachute escape' after Assam Sukhoi crash that killed IAF pilot
Mar 06, 2026An IAF pilot died in a Sukhoi crash during training in Assam. Authorities are investigating the cause while the pilot's mother hopes he survived by parachuting.
Pramod Boro wins Rajya Sabha seat unopposed, receives grand welcome in Assam's Kokrajhar
Mar 06, 2026President of the United People's Party Liberal, Pramod Boro, has won a seat in the Rajya Sabha unopposed, marking a significant political milestone for the Bodo community. His election was confirmed after the scrutiny of nomination papers for the three Rajya Sabha seats from Assam.
Silchar woman becomes first person in Assam to receive Indian citizenship after two years in detention
Mar 06, 2026In a significant development linked to the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act in Assam, a woman identified as Dipali Das from Silchar has reportedly become the first person in the state to receive Indian citizenship under the legislation after spending two years in a detention camp as a suspected foreigner.
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