Assam’s longest flyover connecting Dighalipukhuri and Noonmati to open on March 10
Mar 09, 2026A major boost to urban connectivity in Guwahati is set to become a reality as the Maharaja Prithu Flyover, the longest elevated corridor in Assam, will open to the public on Tuesday, March 10. Stretching nearly 5.5 kilometres, the flyover connecting Noonmati to Dighalipukhuri is expected to significantly ease traffic congestion along one of the city’s busiest routes.
Inside Himanta Biswa Sarma's power machine: The six who run it
Mar 09, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma has fashioned an administrative model in Assam that moves with unusual momentum and intensity. But behind the Chief Minister’s high-octane leadership lies a tightly knit group of trusted confidants who quietly ensure that decisions translate into action and governance runs at an unrelenting pace. So who exactly are the key figures in Sarma’s inner circle who keep the machinery of Assam’s government moving seamlessly?
Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika inaugurates hostel, launches key road projects in Jagiroad
Mar 09, 2026Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika inaugurated a new hostel in Jagiroad and launched key road projects to improve education and connectivity. These efforts highlight the government's focus on regional development and better facilities for residents.
Statue of Zubeen Garg to be built in Assam’s Bokakhat; Minister Atul Bora lays foundation stone
Mar 09, 2026A full-length statue of late Assamese cultural icon Zubeen Garg will be constructed in Bokakhat, with senior minister Atul Bora laying the foundation stone for the memorial on March 9.
Assam's Sepon Central Rongali Bihu Committee to hold symbolic celebration, cancels concerts in memory of Zubeen Garg
Mar 09, 2026Sepon Central Rongali Bihu Committee cancels concerts to honour late singer Zubeen Garg. The celebration will focus on traditional rituals and community gatherings.
Woman’s hand severed in alleged neighbour’s attack in Assam’s Sribhumi
Mar 09, 2026A woman was seriously injured after her hand was allegedly severed during a violent attack following a dispute with neighbours in Sribhumi district, police said on March 9.
Assam man dies after falling from running train in Odisha
Mar 09, 2026A 43-year-old man from Assam died after allegedly falling from a running train in Balasore, police said on Sunday, March 8.
CID busts cyber fraud, illegal SIM racket; five arrested in Guwahati raids
Mar 09, 2026The Cyber Police Station of the Crime Investigation Department, Assam arrested five individuals during coordinated raids across multiple locations in Kamrup district, uncovering an organised network allegedly involved in cyber fraud, illegal SIM card procurement and misuse of personal documents to create mule bank accounts.
Chakma Students Union annual conference concludes in Assam's Guwahati; Pradyot Debbarma announces scholarships
Mar 09, 2026The Chakma Students Union concluded its annual conference in Guwahati with the launch of scholarships for Chakma students. This initiative aims to promote education and community development among Chakma youth.
Assam CM’s Jana Ashirwad Yatra enters Day 8, begins in Bajali
Mar 09, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma continued the Jana Ashirwad Yatra on its eighth day, starting from Bajali, continuing to Tihu and ending in Nalbari. The outreach campaign featured cultural performances and public receptions, with large crowds gathering along the route. The chief minister is scheduled to address public gatherings and participate in traditional rituals during the journey.
Assam and Invest India strategise to boost FDI with focus on defence, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals
Mar 09, 2026Assam officials and Invest India representatives discuss strategies to attract foreign investment. Priority sectors identified include defence, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals, with a focus on value chain development. Plans announced for a vision plan and brainstorming session to strengthen FDI and links with ASEAN.
“Gaurav Gogoi, Rakibul Hussain didn’t give us Dhing”: Akhil Gogoi says seat row broke alliance
Mar 09, 2026Raijor Dal chief and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi has alleged that the refusal of APCC chief Gaurav Gogoi and MP Rakibul Hussain to leave the Dhing Assembly constituency for his party became the key reason behind the breakdown of the alliance discussions with the Indian National Congress ahead of the 2026 Assam Legislative Assembly election.
Minister Atul Bora lays foundation stones for key road projects in Assam's Bokakhat under SOPD-G scheme
Mar 09, 2026Foundation stones laid for several road projects in Bokakhat under SOPD-G scheme for 2025–26. Construction aims to improve daily transport and connectivity for residents. Local officials and community members attended the event.
Assam shifts to merit-based recruitment, CM highlights end of influence-driven job appointments
Mar 09, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasises shift towards merit-based recruitment processes. Students now focus on qualifications and exams rather than personal connections. Social media statement outlines the perceived changes under the current administration.
Nagaland students on Assam Rifles tour interact with Assam Governor in Guwahati
Mar 09, 2026Nagaland students met Assam Governor during an Assam Rifles organised tour in Guwahati. The visit aimed to educate youth on governance and national integration.
Centre releases over Rs 299 crore under Fifteenth Finance Commission Grants for rural bodies in Assam
Mar 08, 2026The Union Government has released over Rs 299 crore in grants under the Fifteenth Finance Commission Grants for Panchayati Raj Institutions and Rural Local Bodies in Assam during the financial year 2025–26.
Can an Assamese be an outsider in Assam?: Lurinjyoti Gogoi hits back at ‘imported leader’ remark
Mar 08, 2026Assam Jatiya Parishad chief Lurinjyoti Gogoi on March 8, issued a sharp rebuttal to remarks by few Congress workers, labelling him as “imported leader" and an "outsider", while defending his political legitimacy. He emphasised the need for a united opposition to challenge the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party.
Assam Assembly Polls 2026: Congress–Raijor Dal alliance collapses; Akhil Gogoi accuses Gaurav Gogoi of ‘arrogance’
Mar 08, 2026The attempt to forge a united opposition front in Assam ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections has suffered a major setback, with the regional party Raijor Dal accusing the Indian National Congress of arrogance, unilateral decision-making, and deliberately sabotaging alliance talks. The party alleged that the Assam unit of the Congress formally excluded it from the proposed opposition alliance during a meeting of four parties held in Guwahati on March 6, marking what it described as the final collapse of negotiations
Assam: Dhubri IT professional quits foreign job to launch state-of-the-art printing hub
Mar 08, 2026Dilruba Sultana, a resident of Ward No. 9 in Assam's Dhubri, has launched a modern printing press—Printech—on the occasion of International Women’s Day, aiming to challenge the long-standing dominance of out-of-state firms in the printing industry of Lower Assam.
Assam: Internal rift widens in AIUDF as Dhubri cadres oppose induction of former Congress MLA Ali Akbar Miah
Mar 08, 2026An internal rift has erupted within the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) in Assam’s Dhubri district after the party’s decision to induct former Congress MLA Ali Akbar Miah triggered strong protests from local leaders and grassroots workers. The political storm unfolded in the Birsing-Jarua constituency on Saturday, March 8, where agitated party members took to the streets, accusing the leadership of ignoring the sentiments of long-time cadres.
From degree college to railway overbridge: Rs 150 crore development package unveiled in Assam's Tamulpur
Mar 08, 2026Chief Executive Member of the Bodoland Territorial Council, Hagrama Mohilary along with Assam Cabinet Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah, on Saturday, March 8 laid the foundation stones for multiple projects worth over Rs 150 crore across Tamulpur district.
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