Assam News

Assam simplifies teacher transfers: Newly appointed can now apply anytime, 2-year restriction lifted

The Government of Assam has announced a significant reform in the mutual transfer process for teachers, aimed at improving convenience and ensuring quality education for students.

Veteran tribal leader and former MP Biren Sing Engti dies in Guwahati

Former Member of Parliament and Union Minister Biren Sing Engti died today at 7:45 AM at a private hospital in Guwahati, marking a significant loss for the tribal communities of Assam’s hill districts and the state’s political landscape.

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren to visit Assam on two-day tour

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren will visit Assam on a two-day official tour starting March 10. He is scheduled to arrive at Borjhar Airport on the morning of March 10 and will participate in a series of events across the state.

NDA govt enjoys majority approval, Himanta Biswa Sarma leads CM race; unemployment and rising prices top concerns: Survey

A fresh public opinion survey released under the State Vibe series by Vote Vibe LLP suggests that the ruling National Democratic Alliance government in Assam continues to enjoy majority approval ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma maintaining an edge in the preferred chief minister race against Gaurav Gogoi of the Indian National Congress.

Assam CM announces Rs 30 daily wage hike, over 40% rise since 2021 for tea garden workers

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on March 10 announced a Rs 30 increase in daily wages for Assam’s tea garden workers (Cha Shramiks), bringing their pay to Rs 280 in the Brahmaputra Valley and Rs 258 in the Barak Valley, effective April 1.

Eight Congress MLAs joined BJP so far; party acting as BJP’s ‘A team’, alleges Badruddin Ajmal

All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) president Badruddin Ajmal on March 9 launched a sharp attack on the Indian National Congress, alleging that the party was indirectly helping the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) return to power in Assam.

ED attaches Rs 5.6 crore assets linked to former Assam excise secretary Indreswar Kalita in money laundering case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached immovable assets worth more than Rs 5.6 crore in connection with a money laundering investigation linked to disproportionate assets against former Assam Excise Department secretary and IAS officer Indreswar Kalita.

AIUDF releases first list of nine candidates for Assam Assembly polls

The All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) on March 9 announced its first list of candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, naming nominees for nine constituencies across the state.

AAU Jorhat hosts training on genome engineering to boost agricultural innovation in northeast

A major capacity-building initiative aimed at strengthening agricultural biotechnology research in the Northeast began on Monday at Assam Agricultural University (AAU) in Jorhat, with scientists, researchers and students gathering for a three-day awareness-cum-training programme on genome engineering and gene editing in plants.

Assam: Dima Hasao police bust major heroin racket, seize 1.72 kg narcotics worth Rs 12 crore

A major anti-narcotics operation by the Assam Police has dealt a significant blow to drug trafficking networks in the hill district of Dima Hasao, with authorities seizing a large consignment of suspected heroin valued at around Rs 12 crore.

Indian Army’s Gajraj Corps hosts mega ex-servicemen rally in Assam, 4000 veterans participate

In a powerful demonstration of its enduring commitment to those who once served the nation in uniform, the Gajraj Corps of the Indian Army organised a large-scale Ex-Servicemen Rally at Hem Barua Higher Secondary School on Sunday. The event brought together thousands of veterans, Veer Naris, and their families, reinforcing the Army’s pledge that service to a soldier does not end with retirement.

“Never seen such public support”: Himanta Biswa Sarma on massive turnout for Jan Ashirwad Yatra

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday, March 9 said that the ongoing Jan Ashirwad Yatra has received an unprecedented public response across the state, with lakhs of people turning up to participate in the outreach programme.

Himanta Biswa Sarma congratulates NDA candidates elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha from Assam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday, March 9, congratulated three National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidates who were elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Assam, after no opposition candidate entered the contest.

Cachar declared no-fly zone, key traffic restrictions imposed ahead of PM Modi’s Silchar visit

Ahead of the scheduled visit of the Prime Minister to Silchar on March 14, the Cachar district administration has imposed stringent security and traffic regulations, including a temporary no-fly zone and no-parking restrictions along key routes, to ensure smooth conduct of the high-profile VVIP programme.

Congress slams arrest of workers in Guwahati over 'anti-government' leaflets, calls police action “unjustified”

A fresh political controversy erupted in Assam after four Congress workers were arrested in Guwahati for allegedly distributing leaflets targeting the state government, prompting sharp criticism from senior Congress leader Mira Borthakur, who termed the police action “unjustified” and politically motivated.

School principal among 16 held in Assam's Dhubri gambling raid; quick releases spark outrage

"Workers are treated like dogs": Kandarpa Kalita attacks APCC leadership after quitting Congress

The Assam Congress suffered another setback on Monday, Mach 9 after senior party leader Kandarpa Kalita, General Secretary of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee, announced his resignation from the party, sharply criticising the current leadership and alleging a growing disconnect between the organisation and its grassroots workers.

Assam: AGP leader Jayanta Khaund joins Congress, opposition alliance talks continue

Jayanta Khaund, finance secretary of the Asom Gana Parishad, formally joined the Indian National Congress in New Delhi on March 9 after resigning from the regional party, signalling fresh political realignments ahead of elections in Assam.

‘Is this the strength of Himanta Biswa Sarma?’: Gaurav Gogoi questions police seizure of Congress chargesheet

The documents, which contain allegations of corruption against Sarma and his wife, were reportedly being transported for public distribution when police intercepted the vehicle late Sunday night. Four Congress workers travelling in the vehicle were detained and later arrested.

Assam’s Abhijit Bhattacharya named global winner of 2025 IOC Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Champions Award

Abhijit Bhattacharya, a former captain of the Indian men’s national volleyball team, has been named the Global Winner of the 2025 International Olympic Committee Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (GEDI) Champions Award for his grassroots sports initiatives in Assam that promote equal opportunities for girls and boys in sport.

NPP only party working to improve northeast’s condition: Irengbam Hemochandra

The National People’s Party (NPP) is the only political platform consistently working to improve the socio-economic and political conditions of the Northeast, the party’s national vice president Irengbam Hemochandra said on Monday, March 9 while urging greater unity and political consolidation across the region