Himanta says Gaurav Gogoi ‘did not have the guts’ to expel Rejaul Karim Sarkar
Jan 14, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has sharply criticised Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, saying he lacked the courage to act against Rejaul Karim Sarkar, who recently resigned from the party.
Zubeen Garg drowned after swimming intoxicated without life vest near Singapore Island: Coroner’s Court
Jan 14, 2026Indian singer Zubeen Garg was “severely intoxicated” and not wearing a life vest when he drowned while swimming near Singapore’s Lazarus Island in September 2025, a police investigator told a coroner’s court on January 14.
“Bihu, Puja, Pushbacks”: Assam CM lists deportations among things ‘celebrated’ in state
Jan 14, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 14 shared a social media post highlighting the state government’s actions against alleged illegal infiltration, placing “pushbacks” alongside traditional festivals such as Bihu and Puja in a list of what he described as things celebrated in Assam.
From entry to exit: 60 hours of Rejaul Karim Sarkar in Congress. What went wrong
Jan 14, 2026On January 11, 2026, Rejaul Karim Sarkar, former president of the All Assam Minorities Students’ Union (AAMSU), formally joined the Indian National Congress in the presence of Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president Gaurav Gogoi at the Manabendra Sharma Complex in Guwahati.
“Cannot remain in Congress with BJP agents like Debabrata Saikia, Pradyut Bordoloi”: Rejaul Karim quits party
Jan 14, 2026Former All Assam Minorities Students’ Union (AAMSU) president Rejaul Karim Sarkar has resigned from the Indian National Congress, alleging deep ideological and moral differences with the party’s senior leadership in Assam.
Kamrup district bans 'Bulbuli fights' during Magh Bihu, cites high court order
Jan 14, 2026The Kamrup district administration has imposed a complete ban on the holding of Bulbuli bird fights during Magh Bihu celebrations, citing clear violations of wildlife protection laws and a recent Gauhati High Court ruling.
Nine Amrit Bharat Express trains to be introduced soon from Bengal, Assam
Jan 14, 2026The new year is shaping up as a significant milestone for Indian Railways, with a renewed push to improve the rail travel experience for both ordinary and long-distance passengers.
Experience vs new leadership: BJP faces tough call in newly formed Tihu seat
Jan 13, 2026With the dissolution of the Dharmapur Assembly constituency and the political map of Assam redrawn through delimitation, the newly formed Tihu constituency has emerged as a fresh battleground within the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), setting the stage for an intense contest between experience and generational change ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.
Assam: Veteran singer Samar Hazarika cremated with full state honours
Jan 13, 2026Assam awoke to heartbreaking news on Tuesday morning, January 13, as noted singer Samar Hazarika, the younger brother of legendary cultural icon Dr Bhupen Hazarika, passed away, casting a shadow of mourning over Uruka celebrations across the state.
Assam rolls out online system to fast-track loans for small farmers
Jan 13, 2026A state-wide rollout of the electronic Kisan Credit Card (e-KCC) platform is set to change how farmers in Assam access institutional credit, with a new agreement aimed at cutting delays and reducing paperwork in agricultural lending.
Assam student allegedly assaulted at IGNTU hostel in Madhya Pradesh, hospitalised
Jan 13, 2026A disturbing incident of alleged unprovoked violence against a student from Assam has been reported at the Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU), triggering fresh concerns over student safety, hostel security, and allegations of regional bias on university campuses.
Assam: Foundation laid for new bridge in Margherita Tea Estate, ending years of hardship
Jan 13, 2026Bringing long-awaited relief to hundreds of residents, the foundation stone for a new bridge on the Gara Line of Margherita Tea Estate was laid on Tuesday, January 13 marking a significant step towards improving connectivity and daily mobility in the area. The bridge, to be constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 10.13 lakh, will replace a dilapidated British-era structure that had collapsed years ago, causing severe inconvenience to locals.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma pays tribute to veteran BJP leader Kabindra Purkayastha in Silchar
Jan 13, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 13, visited the residence of veteran BJP leader and former Union Minister Kabindra Purkayastha in Silchar to pay obeisance and offer condolences to the bereaved family.
“Inappropriate and Damaging”: Debabrata Saikia criticises controversial statement by new Congress inductee
Jan 13, 2026Assam Congress Legislature Party leader Debabrata Saikia has described a recent statement by former AAMSU president and newly inducted Congress member Rejaul Karim Sarkar as “inappropriate and damaging” to the party, raising concerns ahead of the forthcoming elections.
Assam: Railways gear up Moranhat Station for PM Modi’s Amrit Bharat Sleeper train launch
Jan 13, 2026The Additional Divisional Railway Manager (ADRM) Ajay Pradhan, along with his team, conducted an inspection of Moranhat Railway Station to review preparations ahead of the launch of the Amrit Bharat Sleeper train service.
Major reshuffle in Assam Police: Governor orders transfer and posting of IPS, APS officers
Jan 13, 2026The Assam government on January 13 issued a major reshuffle in the police administration, transferring and posting several IPS and APS officers across key field and battalion-level positions in the state.
We stand with Hindus in Bangladesh, urge Centre to stop atrocities: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Jan 13, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on January 13 said that the people of Assam stand firmly with Hindus in Bangladesh and urged the Government of India to take steps to stop atrocities against the Hindu community there.
Assam farmer Jitul Buragohain honoured with National Breed Conservation Award
Jan 13, 2026Jitul Buragohain has been conferred the Breed Conservation Award 2025 by the ICAR–National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources (NBAGR), Karnal, Haryana, for his outstanding contribution to livestock conservation.
Renowned Assamese singer Samar Hazarika, brother of Bhupen Hazarika, passes away
Jan 13, 2026Renowned Assamese singer Samar Hazarika, the younger brother of legendary music icon Bhupen Hazarika, passed away on January 13, casting a shadow of grief over Assam on the occasion of Uruka.
Heroin worth Rs 11 crore seized in Assam’s Amingaon, two held
Jan 13, 2026The Special Task Force (STF) seized a large consignment of heroin worth an estimated Rs 11 crore and arrested two persons during an operation at Assam’s Amingaon on January 12.
Minority students’ body demands NRC-linked voters’ list, seeks EC intervention over Assam roll revision
Jan 13, 2026The All Assam Minority Students’ Union (AAMSU) urged the Election Commission of India (EC) to ensure that the names of persons included in the National Register of Citizens (NRC) are reflected in the final voters’ list.
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