Silchar sexual assault case twists: Journalist thrashed post-enquiry, university kin in custody
Feb 25, 2026The alleged sexual assault and extortion case reported from Silchar has now taken a turn that has left many asking uncomfortable questions.
Fast-track court decision on Zubeen Garg case after talks with family: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Feb 24, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on February 24 addressed developments relating to the alleged attack case involving Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, stating that a decision on transferring the matter to a fast-track court will be taken after consultations with the artiste’s family.
‘Yeh SIP sahi hai’: 20 Bangladeshis pushed back as Himanta sharpens attack on ‘vote bank’ politics
Feb 24, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on February 24 launched a fresh political broadside against the Opposition, alleging that “vote bank politics” has become a menace for Bharat, while asserting that his government remains firm on safeguarding the state’s interests through the Special Intensive Pushback (SIP) initiative.
Holi cheer for Assam govt employees, salaries to be credited on February 27
Feb 24, 2026Spreading festive cheer ahead of Holi, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on February 24 announced that the salaries of State Government employees, originally scheduled for the first week of March, will be credited in advance on February 27.
Dhubri ASO Dipankar Gupta suspended following P&RD Commissioner’s order
Feb 24, 2026In a significant administrative development, the Commissioner of Panchayat and Rural Development (P&RD), Assam, Jalli Keerthi, has placed Dipankar Gupta, Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO), under immediate suspension.
Mason caught during alleged burglary attempt in Dibrugarh’s Shamshanpara
Feb 24, 2026An attempted burglary in the Shamshanpara area of Dibrugarh triggered tension after a mason was caught red-handed inside a residence in the absence of the homeowner.
Assam: Youth held with suspected banned drugs near Borgolai railway station
Feb 24, 2026A youth was arrested with suspected banned drugs during an anti-drug drive under Margherita Police Station in Borgolai area of Margherita, police said.
Tezpur University secures 3rd position in literary category, qualifies for 39th AIU National Youth Festival
Feb 24, 2026Tezpur University clinched third place in the literary category at the 39th AIU National Youth Festival. The achievement highlights the university's focus on cultural and literary development among students.
Assam: Dhubri court convicts eight in 17-year-old murder case; judge records statements at bedridden accused’s homes
Feb 24, 2026Eight individuals sentenced for the 2010 fatal assault on Anowar Hussain in Dhubri. Court adopted extraordinary measures, including home visits and ambulance presence, to accommodate incapacitated accused. Verdict concludes one of the oldest pending matters after nearly 17 years.
BTC Legislative Assembly passes Rs 101.20 crore vote on account budget for 2026
Feb 24, 2026The one-day Budget Session (Vote on Account), 2026 of the Bodoland Territorial Council Legislative Assembly was held on February 24 at the BTC Legislative Assembly, Bodofa Nwgwr in Kokrajhar.
Assam BJP alleges Gaurav Gogoi following pro-miya ideology; says opposition rift limited to 22 constituencies
Feb 24, 2026The Bharatiya Janata Party’s Assam unit on February 24 alleged that Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi is drawing ideological inspiration from pro-Miya leaders such as Muhammad Saadulla and Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani, and claimed that the ongoing Opposition infighting in the state is confined to 22 Miya-dominated constituencies.
Racial abuse of Arunachal women in Delhi shows prejudice against Northeast persists: Gaurav Gogoi
Feb 24, 2026Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi on February 24 condemned the alleged racial abuse of three women from Arunachal Pradesh in New Delhi, stating that the incident is a “stark reminder” that prejudice against people from the Northeast continues to persist.
Assam: Opposition like ‘monsoon frogs,’ says Ranjeet Kumar Dass; claims alliance won’t dent NDA prospects
Feb 24, 2026Assam Minister Ranjeet Kumar Dass on Tuesday, February 24, likened opposition alliances to “frogs that appear during the monsoon,” asserting that such formations surface only during election season and fail to make any significant impact.
NDRF launches high-stakes inter-state disaster response drill in northeast region
Feb 24, 2026The National Disaster Response Force has launched a high-intensity inter-state competition aimed at sharpening India’s frontline disaster response capabilities, bringing together State Disaster Response Forces (SDRFs) from across the Eastern and North-Eastern region for a specialised Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) drill focused on collapsed structure scenarios.
Assam govt constitutes 8th Pay Commission under chairmanship of Subhash Chandra Das
Feb 24, 2026Assam constitutes the 8th Assam Pay Commission, 2026, chaired by Subhash Chandra Das. The Commission aims to review pay structures and service conditions for State government employees. Exclusions include officers of All India Services and employees under certain technical pay scales.
NDA seat-sharing in Assam to be finalised by mid-March: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Feb 24, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday, February 24, stated that the ruling NDA in the state will seal its much-anticipated seat-sharing arrangement by mid-March.
Himanta Biswa Sarma warns parties against aligning with APHLC in Karbi Anglong
Feb 24, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on February 24 asserted that any political party that aligns with the All Party Hill Leaders Conference (APHLC) would “drown” electorally and risk damaging its own prospects in Karbi Anglong.
Sushmita Dev demands immediate police action in alleged Silchar gang rape case
Feb 24, 2026Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev has written to the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) of Cachar, seeking immediate and stringent action in connection with the recent alleged gang rape incident reported from Silchar.
"Nothing new in their alliance": Union Minister Pabitra Margherita dismisses opposition unity as ‘old political theatre’
Feb 24, 2026Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Tuesday, took a jibe at the opposition alliance, dismissing its show of unity as 'old political theatre' driven by “minority appeasement” and devoid of any concrete agenda.
Assam: Veer Lachit Sena observes Indigenous Day in Sivasagar; Shrinkhal Chaliha raises Yandabo Treaty issue
Feb 24, 2026The Veer Lachit Sena observed Indigenous (Khilonjiya) Day in Assam's Sivasagar with a series of programmes, including a “Jagaran Yatra” and a public meeting at the historic Talatal Ghar premises on February 24.
One killed in road accident at Lengitisinga in Assam's Bongaigaon; locals block state highway 2
Feb 24, 2026An accident took place in the State Highway No. 2 of Lengitisinga area under Abhayapuri Police Station in Bongaigaon which involved, two motorcycles and a four-wheeler, resulting in the on-the-spot death of one biker.
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