Two chimney brick kilns sealed in Assam's Chamaria for operating without pollution clearance
Feb 16, 2026Acting on allegations of illegal operations, the Kamrup district administration launched a special drive against chimney brick kilns functioning under the Chamaria Revenue Circle.
Centre sets up 5G lab at NIT Meghalaya to boost innovation
Feb 16, 2026The Centre has launched a 5G lab at NIT Meghalaya to advance research in 5G technology. This move aims to boost innovation and strengthen India's digital infrastructure.
BJP to field 4–6 candidates in BTR for Assam Assembly polls: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Feb 16, 2026The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will field four to six candidates from the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) in the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Monday, February 16.
Opposition cannot unite as long as Akhil Gogoi remains in the political landscape: AGP leader
Feb 16, 2026General Secretary and spokesperson of the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), Dharmeswar Ray, launched a sharp attack on the Opposition during a public address at Halongbari in Assam's Bajali on Monday, February 16.
DTO silent as allegations of overloaded dumpers surface on Gauripur bypass in Assam
Feb 16, 2026Allegations of rampant overloading and illegal modifications of dumpers have surfaced during the construction of the 10-km Gauripur Bypass in Assam’s Dhubri district, with local residents accusing authorities of failing to act against violators.
“No road, no vote” posters surface in Assam's Hamukjaan village in Margherita
Feb 16, 2026Residents of Assam's Hamukjaan village under the 83 No. Margherita Legislative Assembly Constituency in Tinsukia district staged a protest on February 16, alleging prolonged neglect and lack of basic infrastructure in their area.
Congress refuses to accept Bhupen Bora’s resignation, final decision expected tomorrow
Feb 16, 2026The All India Congress Committee (AICC) refused to accept former Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president Bhupen Borah's resignation, as senior party leaders scramble to defuse internal tensions ahead of the Assam Assembly elections.
CM Sarma distributes financial aid to 4,768 youth under CMAAA2 in Assam's Tamulpur
Feb 16, 2026Chief Minister Sarma distributed financial aid to thousands of youth in Tamulpur under the apprenticeship scheme. This move supports skill development and employment opportunities in Assam.
Assam: Barpeta MLA Abdur Rahim Ahmed denies quitting Congress, calls resignation reports baseless
Feb 16, 2026Barpeta MLA Abdur Rahim Ahmed on Monday, February 16 firmly denied reports of his resignation from the Congress, terming the claims as “baseless” and part of a larger conspiracy to malign him.
BJP attacks Rahul Gandhi, calls him ‘failed dynast’
Feb 16, 2026The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on February 16, launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, calling him a “failed dynast” and alleging that neither his party colleagues nor allies have confidence in his leadership.
Assam CM inaugurates new Assam Legislative Assembly Secretariat building, launches AI platform ‘ALISA’
Feb 16, 2026Assam CM inaugurates new Legislative Assembly Secretariat and launches AI platform ALISA. The move aims to modernise legislative processes and improve governance in Assam.
Rakibul Hussain does the math for Assam polls, projects 70–80 seats for Congress
Feb 16, 2026Congress MP Rakibul Hussain on February 16 launched a sharp counterattack on Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma after the latter predicted that the Congress would be restricted to just 24 seats in the 2026 Assam Assembly elections.
Ramadan from February 18; Assam Haj Committee to begin pilgrim training after fasting month
Feb 16, 2026Chairman of the Assam State Haj Committee, Nekibur Zaman, on Monday, February 16, said that the month of Ramadan will begin from February 18, with Roza (fasting) to commence from February 19.
Mandatory to appear in first board exam for class 10 students: CBSE clarifies two-exam policy
Feb 16, 2026The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has made it mandatory for Class 10 students to appear in the first board examination under its newly introduced two-exam system, set to begin in 2026.
"Will reveal at the right time": Bhupen Borah after exit from Congress
Feb 16, 2026Former Assam Pradesh Congress Committee President Bhupen Kumar Borah on Monday, February 16, confirmed his resignation from the Indian National Congress, while maintaining silence over the reasons behind his exit.
Rs 55 lakh drug haul: Border Security Force, Assam Police bust cross-border smuggling racket in South Salmara Mankachar
Feb 16, 2026A joint team of the Border Security Force (BSF) and Assam Police intercepted a large consignment of Yaba tablets near the Indo-Bangladesh border on Sunday, February 16, evening in South Salmara Mankachar district.
Not surprised by his resignation, will meet Bhupen Borah: Himanta
Feb 16, 2026Himanta Biswa Sarma will meet Bhupen Kumar Borah on February 17 to discuss political and administrative matters. The meeting is expected to focus on strategies and developments relevant to Assam's governance.
Supreme Court declines plea against Himanta Biswa Sarma, directs petitioners to Gauhati High Court
Feb 16, 2026Supreme Court of India, on February 16, refused to entertain petitions seeking action against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over a viral video that purportedly shows him taking aim and firing a rifle at members of a particular community.
Bhupen Borah will not join BJP, efforts on to retain him in Congress: Akhil Gogoi
Feb 16, 2026Following Bhupen Borah’s resignation from the Indian National Congress, Raijor Dal chief and Sivasagar MLA Akhil Gogoi on Monday, February 16 asserted that Borah will not join the BJP and that efforts are underway to persuade him to remain in the Congress fold.
Midnight burglary in Assam's Kokrajhar: iPhones, several mobile phones stolen from Chandramani Radio House
Feb 16, 2026A burglary was reported in Assam's Kokrajhar town late at night of February 16, with thieves targeting Chandramani Radio House located in front of Gaurang Valley Hotel.
Assam CM calls Bhupen Borah’s resignation a 'symbolic message', signals more trouble for Congress
Feb 16, 2026Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday, February 16, described the resignation of former Assam Congress president Bhupen Kumar Borah as a “symbolic message” reflecting what he termed the party’s neglect of leaders from ordinary families and Hindu communities.
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