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October 9, 2026 9:07 PM

HM Amit Shah hails NDA victory in bypolls, says results reflect public confidence in PM Modi’s leadership

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday hailed the National Democratic Alliance’s victories in by-elections in West Bengal, Assam and Puducherry, along with recent municipal elections in Rajasthan and Tripura, saying the results reflect public support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. In a statement on X, HM Shah said despite the “lies, confusion, and malicious propaganda of Rahul Gandhi and the INDI Alliance”, the BJP is winning one election after another under PM Modi’s...

October 9, 2026 8:27 PM

PM Modi Says By-Election Results Reflect People’s Deep-Rooted Connect with BJP-NDA’s Good Governance Agenda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday thanked voters for their support following the bypoll results in Assam, West Bengal and Puducherry, and applauded the hard work of party workers, saying the results once again demonstrated the people’s deep-rooted connect with the good governance agenda of the BJP-NDA. PM Modi took to X and posted, “Gratitude to the people for their continuous blessings! The Lok Sabha result of Nagaon (Assam) and Assembly results of Nandigram as well as Rejinagar (Wes...

October 8, 2026 4:12 PM

Assam’s Nameri Tiger Reserve gets global recognition for conservation practices

The Nameri Tiger Reserve in Assam has received global recognition for conservation of big cats and protected forest management, an official said on Thursday. After fulfilling prescribed norms for tiger conservation and protected area management, CA|TS Approved status was accorded under the Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards (CA|TS) framework, field director Piraisoodan B said in a statement. "The status was accorded to Nameri on September 10, following the required assessment and approval ...

October 5, 2026 12:47 PM

Assam blends ‘vikas with virasat’, showcases modern architecture: CM Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has highlighted the state’s rich architectural heritage, saying modern Assam is carrying forward its legacy while embracing development and contemporary design. On the occasion of World Architecture Day, the Chief Minister said Assam has historically been known for its distinctive architectural traditions, with landmarks such as the Rang Ghar and Kamakhya Temple reflecting the state’s rich cultural heritage. In a post on X, Sarma said Assam ...

September 30, 2026 3:20 PM

TRAI Assesses Mobile Network Quality Across Sonitpur District in Assam

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released the findings of an Independent Drive Test conducted across parts of Sonitpur district in Assam to assess the real-time quality of mobile voice and data services offered by telecom service providers. The assessment was carried out during August 2026 under the Assam Licensed Service Area (LSA). The objective was to verify the on-ground performance of telecom networks across key Quality of Service parameters, including network cover...

September 29, 2026 8:30 PM

Drug-free society essential for building developed India: Assam Guv

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Tuesday said a drug-free society was closely linked to the vision of a developed India, as healthy, educated and responsible citizens were required to achieve it. Participating in the ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat Sankalp Padayatra’ at Diphu in Karbi Anglong district, Governor Acharya said the freedom fighters had envisioned a strong nation and a value-based younger generation, and society had a responsibility to fulfil that vision. Karbi Anglong is the seven...

September 24, 2026 4:55 PM

Zero rhino poaching cases in past 3 years unique achievement for Assam: Himanta

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said the state recorded zero rhinoceros poaching cases over the past three years, describing it as a “unique achievement”. Sarma also lauded all stakeholders involved in bringing down poaching cases and leading the conservation efforts. “During previous Congress regimes here, on an average annually, 40-45 rhinos were killed. And that is the official registered number. More could have been killed, which were not registered,” h...

September 21, 2026 9:22 AM

Assam CM to lay foundation stone for ISRO’s Advanced Radar Research Centre on Monday

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will lay the foundation stone for ISRO’s Advanced Radar Research Centre at Chandrapur near Guwahati on Monday and described the occasion as a “landmark moment” for the state. In a social media post, the chief minister also said it is deeply satisfying that Assam is set to become home to such cutting-edge national infrastructure. “A landmark moment for Assam. Today, we will lay the foundation stone of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)...

September 8, 2026 12:28 PM

Explainer: India’s Jute Sector, From Farmers’ Livelihoods to Sustainable Industry

Jute, often described as India’s “Golden Fibre” because of its distinctive golden colour and silky lustre, continues to play an important role in the country’s agricultural economy, manufacturing sector and push towards sustainable materials. India is the world’s largest producer of raw jute and also accounts for about 75 per cent of estimated global jute goods production. The sector supports nearly 40 lakh farm families involved in jute cultivation and provides direct employment to a...

September 6, 2026 3:24 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan urges youth to shun drugs at Geetanagar College event in Guwahati

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday said the Centre under Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accorded high priority to the development of the Northeast and called upon young people to stay away from drugs and contribute to building a healthy and developed India. Addressing the golden jubilee celebrations of Geetanagar College, formerly known as Kanya Mahavidyalaya, in Guwahati, V-P Radhakrishnan also inaugurated the institution's new academic building. Congratulating the college on comp...