The Assam Government has accepted 52 recommendations from the Biplab Kumar Sarma Committee regarding Clause 6 of the Assam Accord, students body AASU said. These proposals aim to safeguard the cultural, social, and linguistic identity of Assamese people. While the Citizenship Amendment Act remains a point of contention, the government plans to implement the approved points in phases.
Guwahati Diary | Promoting human-elephant coexistence
As part of efforts to strengthen conservation awareness and encourage peaceful co-existence between vulnerable communities and wild elephants, biodiversity conservation organisation Aaranyak, with support from the SBI Foundation, conducted two school outreach programmes in Udalguri and Tamulpur districts. These activities were also designed to highlight the importance of adopting simple, practical measures to reduce risks for both communities and wildlife. At one school, the team delivered Gajah Katha - Part I, the organisations signature educational module that introduces students to elephant behaviour. Police buildings turn blue on World Childrens Day On the World Childrens Day, all major infrastructure and buildings of the Assam Police across the state were illuminated in blue. DGP Harmeet Singh ceremonially illuminated the Assam Police Headquarters as a part of the worldwide Go Blue campaign, symbolising a commitment to upholding childrens rights. We observe Child Rights Week every year through a series of activities aimed at reinforcing our dedication to protecting and promoting childrens rights, Singh said. The Go Blue campaign encourages communities around the world to light up public spaces in blue on the World Childrens Day. Inland water transport network to get a boost Assams inland water transport network and industrial logistics are set to get a boost. The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has signed two MoU to strengthen the states inland water transport network and industrial logistics. The agreementsone with Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd and with the Government of Assamto promote movement of cargo and passengers through states extensive river systems, advancing goals of sustainable connectivity and regional growth. In view of multiple development projects in Northeast, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping Sarbananda Sonowal chaired a comprehensive review meet. Prasanta Mazumdar Our correspondent in Guwahati prasantamazumdar@newindianexpress.com
BJP to deploy 'Bihar model' for West Bengal, Assam and Tamil Nadu elections
Following its Bihar victory, the BJP is focusing on upcoming elections in West Bengal and Assam. The party plans to use the successful strategies from Bihar. A dinner meeting is scheduled for November 26 to review the Bihar campaign and prepare a roadmap. Key leaders will discuss booth management and outreach for Bengal and Assam.
'Hopefully we are going to sign': Israeli Amb Azar on India-Israel FTA deal
India and Israel are nearing a Free Trade Agreement. Israeli Ambassador Reuven Azar expressed optimism following the signing of Terms of Reference. He also inaugurated a Centre of Excellence for vegetables in Assam. This facility showcases Israeli agricultural technology. It aims to boost crop diversity and productivity in the region. This marks a deepening partnership in agriculture.
Assam government and the All Assam Students' Union are in talks regarding Clause 6 of the Assam Accord. The discussions focus on implementing 52 recommendations from the Justice Biplab Sarma Committee. A roadmap is prepared for these implementations. AASU has proposed a monitoring committee to oversee the process. Talks with the central government on remaining recommendations are also planned.
Rupee jumps 50 paise against US dollar
Mumbai, Nov 24 (PTI) The rupee rebounded sharply by 50 paise to settle at 89.16 against the greenback on Monday, due to US dollar selling by banks and importers amid a dip in global crude oil prices. Besides, suspected RBI intervention also supported the domestic currency, forex traders said. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened strong at 89.46 and moved in the range of 89.05 and 89.50 during the day. It eventually settled at 89.16, up 50 paise from its previous close. The rupee had plunged 98 paise to close at its lifetime low of 89.66 against the
Bollywood actor Dharmendra dies at 89
MUMBAI, Nov 24 (Reuters) Dharmendra Deol, who became one of Indias most prominent actors and a Bollywood action hero, died in Mumbai on Monday, local media said. He was 89. Dharmendra, who is survived by two wives and six children, had been ill for the past month and died at home, media reported. There was no official statement from the actors family, but several of his contemporaries, including actor Amitabh Bachchan, gathered at a crematorium in the Mumbai suburb of Juhu for his funeral. A massive mega star, the embodiment of a hero in mainstream cinema, producer and director
Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurates Assams Centre of Excellence for Vegetables
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated a state-of-the-art Centre of Excellence for Vegetables at Khetri, a significant step in modernizing the state's agriculture. This Indo-Israel collaboration features advanced technology for high-value seedling production and offers training to farmers, aiming to boost the horticulture sector and ensure fair prices for produce.
Assam government to table unofficial Mehta Commission report in Assembly
GUWAHATI: The report of a non-government commission, which probed the incidents related to the 1983 Assam election violence, will be tabled in the State Assembly during its winter session beginning on Tuesday. The three-member unofficial judicial commission, headed by Justice (Retd) T U Mehta, was formed by Mukti Jujaru Sanmilan and those involved in the six-year-long Assam agitation or anti-foreigners agitation. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said it would be the first time that a report of a commission, formed by non-government agencies, would be tabled in the State Assembly. He said All Assam Students Union (AASU) wanted the report to be made public in the interest of the people.We have also decided to place copies of the Tewary Commission report, Sarma said. The Tribhubhan Prasad Tewari Commission had probed the Nellie Massacre of 1983 during the Assam Agitation. An estimated 2,000 to 3,000 Muslims, mostly women and children, had lost their lives in the massacre one of the darkest chapters of Assams history. The Assam Agitation, spearheaded by the AASU, culminated with the signing of the Assam Accord in 1985. A major demand of the agitators was that the illegal immigrants should be detected and deported. However, despite the signing of the accord, the problem remains unresolved. According to Sarma, although the Tewary Commission report was tabled in the House in 1987 when the Asom Gana Parishad was in power, only one copy was sent to the Speaker. We will provide copies to all MLAs on Tuesday, he said. With barely a few months left for Assam to go to elections, some Opposition parties view the governments move as politically motivated. However, Sarma termed it as an academic exercise. The copies will be made public to prevent this historic document from being lost to time, he said. Meanwhile, the Cabinet approved placing the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Assam Amendment) Bill, 2025, before the Assembly, thus paving the way for permitting the traditional buffalo fight during Magh Bihu celebrations, similar to Jallikattu in Tamil Nadu. Twenty-seven Bills, approved by the State Cabinet, will be tabled during the five-day session, the chief minister said.
1983 poll violence: Non-govt panels findings to be placed before Assam Assembly
Guwahati, Nov 24: The Assam government will, for the first time, place the findings of a non-government commission in the session of the state legislative Assembly. The state Cabinet had on Sunday evening approved placing the Justice (Retd) T.U Mehta (Unofficial) Judicial Commission of Enquiry Report on the incidents related to the 1983 election violence, []
Assam NEET PG counselling 2025: Choice filling for Round 1 begins at wbmcc.nic.in; direct link here
The Directorate of Medical Education, Assam has opened the choice filling and locking window for NEET PG counselling 2025 Round 1. Eligible candidates can submit their preferred colleges and postgraduate medical courses for 482 seats. The seat allotment results will be published on November 27, 2025, with reporting dates set for December 2 or 3.
Guwahati, November 24, 2025 Royal Global School (RGS), Guwahati, North East Indias top-ranked day-cum-boarding school, has announced the launch of the second edition of its Royal Super 50 scholarship programme, offering 100% merit-based scholarships to talented students from Assam and the rest of the Northeast studying in Classes I to VIII. The programme, aimed []
Prominent citizens have advised against turning the official Tewary Commission Report on the Nellie massacre into a political tool ahead of the 2026 Assembly polls
'Symbol Of True Leadership': PM Modi Pays Tribute To Lachit Borphukan On Birth Anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Lachit Borphukan on Lachit Diwas, honoring his heroism and leadership in safeguarding Assam and halting Mughal expansion.
Assess ecological implications of proposed elevated corridor in Kaziranga, UNESCO urged
A central Assam resident says the UN body should request the governments of India and Assam to suspend the 35.45-km project until a thorough evaluation is completed
Assam approves Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Policy 2025
The decisions aimed at positioning Assam as the leading aviation MRO hub of Northeast India by 2030 and strengthening Assam's education framework
Mehta Comission report on Assam agitation to be tabled in assembly
The Mehta Commission Report on the Assam Agitation carries the viewpoints and testimonies of the agitators and citizens during the movement. It was submitted to the government by the All-Assam Students' Union.
Stock markets rebound in early trade amid rally in IT counters, firm global trends
Mumbai, Nov 24 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Monday, driven by a rally in IT stocks and firm global market trends. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 218.44 points to 85,450.36 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 69.4 points to 26,137.55. From the Sensex firms, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, HCL Technologies, Tata Consultancy Services, HDFC Bank and Maruti were among the biggest gainers. However, Bharat Electronics, Eternal, Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles were among the laggards. In Asian markets, South Koreas Kospi and Hong Kongs Hang Seng index were
Rupee rises 49 paise to 89.17 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai, Nov 24 (PTI) The rupee rebounded on Monday from record lows, rising 49 paise to 89.17 against the greenback in early trade on US dollar selling by banks and a dip in global crude oil prices. A positive opening in the domestic equity markets and intervention by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) lent support to the domestic unit, according to forex traders. The rupee opened at 89.46 against the greenback before rising to 89.17, up 49 paise from its previous close. The rupee plunged 98 paise to close at its lifetime low of 89.66 against the US dollar
Non-government panels report on Assam Agitation to be tabled in Assembly, says Himanta Biswa Sarma
Himanta Sarma claimed that it would be first time a report from a commission formed by non-government agencies would be tabled in the Assembly
Long-term melatonin use found to raise heart attack risk
Long-term use of melatonin supplements may be linked with a higher risk of heart failure, according to new research but does that mean people taking it as a sleep aid should stop using it now? In a review of electronic medical records, thousands of adults who had chronic insomnia and took melatonin for a year or longer had a 90% higher chance of heart failure over the next five years, compared with participants who had the same health factors but didnt take melatonin. Melatonin users were also more than three times as likely to be hospitalized for heart failure
Global vaccine, Unicef sign deal to cut malaria vaccine price
LONDON, Nov 24 (Reuters) Global vaccine alliance Gavi and its partner Unicef will pay 25% less for a new malaria vaccine made by the Serum Institute of India within roughly a years time, allowing them to reach more children despite cuts in international aid. The deal will reduce the cost of the R21 vaccine to $2.99 a dose from around $4. Unicef buys the vaccines with funding from Gavi, a partnership that works with governments to immunize children in the worlds poorest countries. Gavi estimates the price drop will save $90 million, which can fund 30 million more doses
Indian rupee at risk of steeper losses, bonds to react to liquidity and growth data
MUMBAI, Nov 24 (Reuters) The Indian rupee is likely to face further depreciation pressure this week, with traders eyeing a move toward 90 per U.S. dollar in the absence of firm central bank intervention, while bond yields will track liquidity movements and local growth data. The rupee slumped to a record low of 89.49 per dollar on Friday, down 0.8% for the week. Get the latest news from India and how it matters to the world with the Reuters India File newsletter. Sign up here. A bout of portfolio outflows, uncertainty over a U.S.-India trade deal, and a pullback
Black cumin can help to fighting fat and high cholesterol
The research has found that black cumin can may have profound effects on metabolic health. Black cumin, known as Nigella sativa or black seed, is used in many Middle Eastern and Indian dishes like curries and naan. Its also found in some baked goods and spice blends. High-antioxidant black seed oil is also sold as a dietary supplement, often used to support immunity, reduce inflammation and improve digestive health. A recent study published in the journal Food Science & Nutrition examined black cumins effect on cholesterol levels. Researchers in Osaka, Japan, conducted laboratory cell tests and a randomized human trial
Indigenous presence stronger in 103 Assembly seats: Assam BJP
The party has attributed this to the delimitation exercise of 2023 to ensure political safeguards for the States indigenous communities
BJP sets target of 100 seats for Assam polls
As the assembly elections approach, Assam's BJP is gearing up for a bold campaign, aiming to secure a substantial win. Targeting 103 seats with hopes of clinching around 100, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expresses unwavering faith in their developmental achievements.
'Stronger indigenous presence' in 103 Assam Assembly seats after 2023 delimitation: BJP
GUWAHATI: The BJP in Assam on Sunday claimed that significant progress had been made in securing the political and land rights of the states indigenous population under the leadership of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. To support this claim, the party stated that over 103 of the states 126 Assembly constituencies would now show a stronger indigenous presence, owing to the 2023 delimitation exercise. the recent delimitation exercise reportedly ensured that more than 103 Assembly constituencies would now reflect a stronger indigenous presence, an outcome the party described as a major step toward long-standing political safeguards, the BJP said in a statement. Speaking to media persons on the sidelines of an official programme, the chief minister indicated that the remaining 23 constituencies are those where Bengali Muslims are in a majority. The Congress will contest 22 seats (in next years Assembly elections), Sarma said. Miyas are the oxygen of the Congress. The politics of Congress revolves around Miyas, he further stated. Miya is a pejorative term used in Assam to refer to Bengali Muslims. When asked about the 22 constituencies, Sarma mentioned five Bengali Muslim-majority seats. He reiterated that he would keep pestering suspected Miyas as long as he remained in office. The eviction drive will continue while polygamy will be stopped, he asserted. The BJP further claimed that 1.5 lakh bighas of land belonging to Satras (Vaishnavite monasteries), forests and tribal communities had been reclaimed through the eviction drive, which largely affected Bengali Muslims. Meanwhile, the state government and the All Assam Students Union (AASU) reached a consensus on most recommendations of a committee formed to implement Clause 6 of the Assam Accord. Both the Assam government and the AASU reached consensus on most State-level recommendations of the High-Level Committee, with a new review committee to be formed for timely implementation, the CMO posted on X after a meeting between both sides on Saturday. Clause 6 of the Assam Accord, signed between the Centre and the AASU in 1985, promised constitutional, legislative and administrative safeguards to protect the cultural, social and linguistic identity and heritage of the Assamese people.
Anti-polygamy bill does not target Miyas: Himanta
Tezpur: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said the state governments proposed bill to ban polygamy is not aimed at targeting Miyas, adding that the practice exists among people of other religions as well. He maintained that the practice of marrying multiple women is more prevalent among Miyas. In checking polygamy, we are Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Consensus on most recommendations of Assam Accord Clause 6: State govt.
The clause deals with the implementation of constitutional, legislative, and administrative safeguards for the indigenous people
ECI Orders Assam BLOs to Ensure Clear Photos, Accurate Addresses
ECI has said all discrepancies should be removed from the electoral roll and EPICs during the roll revision exercise that begins on January 1, 2026
Senior Ulfa (I) commander Arunodoi Asom surrenders near Indo-Myanmar border
A senior cadre of the anti-talk faction of Ulfa (Independent), Arunodoi Asom alias Bijit Gogoi, surrendered to Assam Rifles on Sunday. Gogoi, a trusted comrade of Ulfa (I) chief Paresh Baruah, was wanted for several terrorist activities, including the killing of an Assam police officer and a grenade attack. He surrendered with one of his bodyguards near the India-Myanmar border.
Election Commission has ordered Assam officials to remove non-human and no image entries from electoral rolls.
Assam-Mizoram Host First Border Fest
The day-long event will feature a series of friendly sporting contests, including football and volleyball matches between teams representing the two states
Assam SIR: BLOs to check for 'non-human', 'no image' entries
The Election Commission has directed its field staff in Assam to identify and replace 'non-human' and 'no image' entries in electoral rolls with proper voter photographs. This directive follows claims of animal images appearing in Bihar's voter list. Booth-level officers will conduct field verification and collect necessary applications for image replacement.
Throw Tipu In Sea: Himanta Backs NCERT's Reported Plan To Drop Great From Akbar, Tipu Sultan
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma praised NCERT for reportedly dropping 'great' from names of Akbar and Tipu Sultan in textbooks
IIT Guwahati gets new underwater welding, repair programme
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated an underwater welding and 3D printing initiative at IIT Guwahati, awarding certificates to seven youth. He highlighted Prime Minister Modi's vision for strengthening India's maritime sector and emphasized Assam's potential as a hub for advanced manufacturing and repair, fostering self-reliance in the industry.
How handwoven silk in this tiny village of Assam has stood the test of time
Cry for justice gets louder on 3rd anniv of Mukroh killings
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 22: The Dorbar Shnong Mukroh has appealed to the central government to launch the long-pending CBI probe into the 2022 Mukroh incident in which five persons from the village were killed in Assam Police firing. A resolution on the appeal was adopted during a meeting on Saturday, marking the third []
We Know Our Limitations: Himanta Sarma On NDA Target For Assam Polls
The Assam unit of the BJP on Friday decided to contest the 2026 assembly elections in the state with its alliance partners and set a target for the NDA to win 103 seats in the 126-member House.
Assam: Ex-IAS officer accused of threateningjournalist over sons police role
Guwahati: A journalist of a Guwahati-based satellite channel has filed a complaint with the police, accusing a retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of threatening him and his family over a recent news broadcast. The scribe, Rana Deka, in his complaint to the senior superintendent of police of Bajali on Friday, claimed that the retired Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
2nd Test: Pleased That The Indian Bowlers Applied Consistent Pressure After Lunch, Says Anil Kumble
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: Former India skipper Anil Kumble said he was satisfied with Indias bowling efforts on the opening day of the second Test against South Africa at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, Assam, noting that the bowlers maintained consistent pressure after lunch and forced South Africa to take risks. Leftarm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav returned with figures of 3-48, while Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Ravindra Jadeja took a wicket each as India got rewarded for their persistence by picking four wickets in the final session and kept South Africa to 247/6 in 81.5 overs on day ones play. I'm pleased that the Indian bowlers applied consistent pressure after lunch, resulting in an early wicket, which made taking six wickets in the session a realistic goal. On a challenging pitch like this, it hasn't been easy to score runs, and India did not offer any loose deliveries. This disciplined bowling gave India a genuine chance to claim those wickets. Overall, India should be fairly satisfied with their performance today. While 247 runs for six wickets is a decent score for South Africa on day one, India can feel positive about the job they've done so far, said Kumble on JioStar. He further reflected on a competitive opening day of Test cricket in Guwahati, hosting its inaugural Test match. It was a fine day of Test cricket, with batters needing to focus and earn their runs, while the bowlers had to work equally hard for wickets. Both India and South Africa showed great discipline. This disciplined bowling gave India a genuine chance to claim those wickets. Overall, India should be fairly satisfied with their performance today. While 247 runs for six wickets is a decent score for South Africa on day one, India can feel positive about the job they've done so far, said Kumble on JioStar. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Overall, the venue offered a positive atmosphere for a debut Test, with a good surface and an enthusiastic crowd. Hoping for even more fans tomorrow, he added. Article Source: IANS
Proud to see ACA stadium become a Test venue, said Assam Chief Minster Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati creates history! Proud to see Assam Cricket Association Stadium (ACA) Stadium become Indias 30th Test venue, bringing the pinnacle of cricket to Assam, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said
Assam Inland Waterways Boost: IWAI signs MoUs for petrochem transport & water metro
Inland Waterways Authority of India inks key agreements to boost Assam's water transport. MoUs with Assam Petro-Chemicals and the state government will enhance cargo and passenger movement. These initiatives aim to strengthen regional connectivity and industrial potential. Projects across Northeast India are progressing, focusing on developing waterways for trade and tourism.
A Dumping Ground, Under Control Of Encroachers Is Now Indias 30th Test Cricket Venue
Barsapara Stadium (also known as the Assam Cricket Association Stadium) in Guwahati is staging a Test match for the first time ever. After what happened at Eden Gardens, the pitch and the new venue both are in focus now. The BCCI head curator Ashish Bhowmick is looking after the pitch and since this is home turf, his responsibility is much more. The India -South Africa Test at Barsapara Stadium, situated on the outskirts of Guwahati and inaugurated in 2012, is a historic occasion for Assam as this the first venue in the North-East where a Test is played. The local people after watching IPL games and the ICC Womens World Cup matches, will now watch the real stuff. Few years back, who would have thought that Guwahati shall give BCCI its Secretary Devojit Saikia and now the city is 30th venue in India to stage a Test. Earlier the centrally located Nehru Stadium was the centre of states most of the sporting activity including cricket and now cricket has its own home. The Assam government has plans to make Nehru stadium a FIFA Olympic-standard football stadium. Some facts about the Barsapara Stadium: *The wicket is made of red earth and expected to remain firm longer. * Capacity: 37,000 * Due to the geographical location of the state and India following a single time zone, players will experience something new. Instead of a usual Test match start of 9.30 AM, the Guwahati Test will witness a 9.00 AM start with toss at 8.30 AM. Lunch and Tea reversed. The first break from 11.00 AM to 11.20 AM. Lunch will be taken at 1.20 PM, and the final session will run from 2.00 PM. Tea before Lunch has was seen in the initial day-night Tests in Australia, but probably for a day Test, its a new start. * This year, the ICC Womens Cricket World Cup 2025 got off to a historic start here and the opener between India and Sri Lanka was watched by 22,843 fans, a record for the most attended group stage fixture at any Womens World Cup (Previous record: 15,935 set during the India-Pakistan ICC Womens T20 World Cup in 2024). * The construction of the stadium started in 2006 (in 2004 the foundation stone was laid by the then Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi). In 2012, the stadium was inaugurated by State PHE Minister Gautom Roy, who was also the president of ACA, and thereafter hosted its first professional game an East Zone Senior Women's Inter-State One-Day Championship match between Assam and Odisha. *The first international match here took place in 2017, a mens T20I between India and Australia and this marked the return of international cricket to Guwahati after seven years. *Womens T20Is were held here in 2019, and England were the visitors. * The rise of Assam in cricket circles coincide with the emergence of a new talent from east, named Riyan Parag, the first male cricketer from the state to go on to play for India and his IPL side Rajasthan Royals made Guwahati their second home. *The Stadium also hosts the Assam Cricket Association Academy. *In 2010, the stadium was officially renamed Dr. Bhupen Hazarika Cricket Stadium by the ACA to honour the renowned lyricist, musician, and filmmaker. *An area of 59 bighas of land was allotted to ACA by the State Government and after clearing a portion from encroachers, the construction started. So, this is a story of a dumping ground, converted into a Test venue. * Klorophyll (India) Sports Turf Technology & Construction Private Limited has constructed the main field covering approximately 16800 sq. m., which is first of its kind in the entire country, as it is 100% sand based USGA perched water table profile installed with a detailed subsoil drainage network on grid pattern. The region is subject to very heavy precipitation, so the subsoil drainage system is designed to withstand cloudburst, such that play can start within minutes of a rain stoppage. * The main field has eight pitches on the wicket square, and there are ten pitches on a separate practice wicket area covering more than 2000 sq. m. * In 2020 the IPL had a new venue in Guwahat and was scheduled to host two of Rajasthan Royals' home matches (against Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders), making it the first city in the north-east of India to host an IPL match. However, the IPL was shifted to Dubai during the pandemic. The IPL returned to Guwahati in 2023 and Rajasthan Royals played against Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Charanpal Singh Sobti
2020 Delhi riots had Assam connection: ASG to top court
NEW DELHI: The protests against the CAA in the national capital were aimed at regime change like Bangladesh and Nepal, the Delhi Police told the Supreme Court on Friday while opposing bail plea of activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam and others in the February 2020 Delhi riots case. The conspirators Sharjeel Imam, Umar Khalid and others planned violence, organised chakka jams to disrupt and choke Assam out of India, and further mobilised rioters armed with sticks, who engaged in heavy stone-pelting, the Additional Solicitor General (ASG) S V Raju, for the Delhi police, told the Supreme Courts two-judge bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and N V Anjaria. Delhi riots are the result of a conspiracy involving several accused, including Tahir Hussain, Shifa Ur Rahman, Meeran Haider, Ishrat Jahan and Khalid Saifi, he said. Raju further alleged that the accused were illegally involved in financing the 2020 Delhi riots violence and thereby their bail plea should be rejected. The Bench adjourned the matter, noting that rejoinder arguments will be heard on November 24. Raju said that large-scale rioting occurred after the street CCTVS were destroyed. A police constable was killed and other police personnel were injured in the attack following a large-scale mobilisation. In the ensuing riots, an Intelligence Bureau officer was killed, he added. Raju further submitted to the court that these were the people with scant regard for the Constitution and that Article 21 of the Constitution gets quoted only for bail. Rioters used weapons to stones to garbage. Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam were among those named in the primary chargesheets filed in 2020 which included offences under UAPA, Arms Act and the erstwhile IPC, he stated. When intellectuals become terrorists, they become more dangerous than those working on the ground, the Delhi Police had argued on Thursday as it vehemently opposed the bail pleas of activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam and others in the February 2020 riots case. It had become a trend now for doctors and engineers to engage in anti-national activities, the Delhi Police said. The Delhi High Court, which had rejected those accuseds bail plea, included Mohd Saleem Khan, Shifa Ur Rehman, Athar Khan, Meeran Haider, Abdul Khalid Saifi, Gulfisha Fatima, Shadab Ahmed, Sharjeel Imam and Umar Khalid. These accused have moved the top court against the Delhi High Courts judgment delivered on September 2, dismissing their bail applications. A division bench of the HC comprising Justices Naveen Chawla and Shalinder Kaur had pronounced the judgment. The riots took place in February 2020, following clashes over the then-proposed CAA. As per the Delhi Police, the riots caused the death of 53 persons and injured hundreds.
Himanta Biswa Sarma Reveals BJP to Contest 103 Assam Seats, Vows Sweep
Himanta Biswa Sarma announced BJP and allies will contest 103 of 126 Assam seats, aiming for a sweep. Delimitation opens new constituencies for youth and women candidates.
BJP to contest Assam polls with alliance partners; sets target to win 103 out of 126 seats
The Assam BJP will contest the upcoming state Assembly polls with its alliance partners, the party's core committee decided on Friday. The party also set a target for the alliance to win 103 out of the 126 seats. The core committeee meeting which was attended by BJP national general secretary (organisation) B L Santhosh, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and state party president Dilip Saikia, also decided that the BJP would contest the elections on 'issues of all-round development of the state and core ideological commitments on which the party stands', a release issued later said. Currently, the ruling BJP has 64 MLAs, while its allies, the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) has nine, the United People's Party, Liberal (UPPL) seven and the Bodo Peoples' Front (BPF) three. Before the meeting, the chief minister attended the concluding session of the meeting of the newly appointed coordinators and in-charges of all 126 assembly constituencies and discussed strategies for disseminating information about government initiatives and achievements among the public. Sarma said the state government will take strict measures to curb polygamy and what he described as love Jihad and land Jihad. The CM also vowed to continue the demolition of houses belonging to Bengali-speaking Muslims, whom he accused of illegally occupying government land, forest land, professional grazing reserve (PGR) and village grazing reserve (VGR) land, tribal belts, and satra lands. He also informed party workers that the government aims to reach a just and acceptable decision on granting tribal status to six communities in the coming assembly session after taking all stakeholders into confidence. B L Santhosh, who is on a two-day visit to Assam to discuss the strategy for the assembly polls in the state, participated in a series of party meetings since he arrived in Guwahati on Thursday. He outlined the organisational action plan, the poll strategy and set the target of winning every booth of the state. Santosh discussed the current political situation of Assam and provided various suggestions and guidance on creating a favourable public narrative for the party. He also assigned responsibilities and tasks to each functionary, the statement said. He also held a closed-door meeting with state president Dilip Saikia, general secretary (organisation) Rabindra Raju and state general secretaries. The meeting examined the organisational status of the party in Assam, the strength of booth-level structures, and prepared strategies to ensure 100 per cent victory, prioritising the party's core 103 constituencies, the party leader said. Santosh also held a meeting with the newly appointed coordinators and in-charges of each assembly constituency state and discussed preparations and programmes for each assembly segment. (With inputs from PTI)
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake in central Bangladesh kills at least 8 people
DHAKA, Bangladesh, November 21, 2025 (AP) A strong, 5.5 magnitude earthquake shook central Bangladesh on Friday, killing at least eight people and leaving more than 300 injured, authorities and local media said. Buildings in the countrys capital, Dhaka, swayed in the temblor, sending panicked residents into the streets. The quake hit at 10:38 a.m., with the epicenter in the Ghorashal area in Narsingdi district, about 25 kilometers (16 miles) from Dhaka. The U.S. Geological Survey said that it had a depth of 10 kilometers (6 miles) Dhaka-based DBC Television said two children were among the dead. The fatalities occurred
BJP criticises Congress for awarding Indira Gandhi Peace Prize to Michelle Bachelet
Party spokesperson says former Chile President Ms. Bachelet attacked Indias sovereignty through her remarks against the abrogation of Article 370 and her objection to the implementation of National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam
Gold declines Rs 600 to Rs 1.26 lakh/10g in Delhi markets
New Delhi, Nov 21 (PTI) Gold prices declined by Rs 600 to Rs 1,26,100 per 10 grams in the national capital on Friday, tracking a weak global trend, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.5 per cent purity depreciated by Rs 600 to Rs 1,25,500 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes). In the local bullion, silver prices also tumbled by Rs 2,000 to Rs 1,56,000 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes). On the global front, spot gold was trading 0.38 per cent lower at USD 4061.91 per ounce while silver futures fell by 2.13
Assam organisations protest in Delhi for Bodo Accord implementation
The two-day national movement also sought to pressure the Centre for the passage of the 125thConstitutional Amendment Bill
US study finds physical activity in mid-life could lower dementia risk by 45 pc
New Delhi, Nov 21 (PTI) Regular physical activity during mid-life years and later could lower ones risk of developing dementia by up to 45 per cent, compared to those who are less active during the period, found an analysis of over 4,300 adults in a US town. The findings, published in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), could help develop strategies that are timed to the most relevant stages of adult life, researchers said. Dementia is an ageing-related condition in which ones memory, thought processes and speech are steadily impacted over time, and can eventually interfere with daily
Sensex falls by 400 pts on weak global trends, waning rate cut hopes; snaps 2-day rally
Mumbai, Nov 21 (PTI) Snapping the two-day rally, benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed lower on Friday mainly due to weak global trends and fading hopes of a rate cut by the US Federal Reserve in December. The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 400.76 points or 0.47 per cent to settle at 85,231.92. During the day, it tanked 444.84 points or 0.51 per cent to 85,187.84. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 124 points or 0.47 per cent to 26,068.15. The index had rallied over 1 per cent or 282 points to trade above 26,000 in the previous two sessions. Among Sensex
Indian fighter jet crashes during a demo flight at Dubai Air Show, killing the pilot
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, November 21, 2025 (AP) The pilot of an Indian combat plane died after the aircraft crashed Friday during a demonstration flight for spectators at the Dubai Air Show, the Indian Air Force said. The Indian HAL Tejas, a combat aircraft used in the Indian Air Force, crashed around 2:10 p.m. local time after the pilot had flown across the site of the biennial air show in Dubai several times. The plane appeared to lose control and dive directly toward the ground just prior to crashing inside the grounds of the airfield. The Indian Air Force
'2020 Riots Accused Conspired To Choke Assam Out Of India,' Delhi Police Tell Supreme Court
The ASG argued that the alleged conspiracy operated under the guise of chakka jam, and said that its purpose was to trigger violence at multiple locations
Assam Day celebrated at 44th India International Trade Fair in Delhi
Assam's Minister for Industries and Commerce, Bimal Borah, explained the State's growing potential under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat'
Assam invokes 1950 Expulsion Act, orders five foreigners to leave
The Assam government has used the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act, 1950, for the first time and five declared foreigners have been asked to leave India within 24 hours. The Sonitpur district administration in Assam has issued orders to the people who were declared foreigners by the foreigners tribunal in 2024. The Assam government had Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Deepti, Renuka, Devine, Ecclestone, Healy, Kerr, Lanning And Wolvaardt In WPL Auction Marquee Set
Allrounder Deepti Sharma: Allrounder Deepti Sharma and fast bowler Renuka Singh are the only two Indian players in the marquee set for the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2026 mega auction, to be held in the national capital on November 27. The marquee list also features New Zealand duo Sophie Devine and Amelia Kerr, Englands Sophie Ecclestone, Australia's pair of skipper Alyssa Healy and multiple-time World Cup winning captain Meg Lanning, along with South Africa skipper Laura Wolvaardt. While six players have kept a base price of INR 50 lakh in the marquee set, Renuka has set her amount at INR 40 lakh, while Laura has listed hers at INR 30 lakh. Deepti, the Player of the Tournament in the 2025 Womens ODI World Cup win, Sophie and Alyssa previously featured for UP Warriorz, and could be brought back by the franchise as they have four righttomatch (RTM) options. A total of 277 players will go under the hammer for 73 available slots at the auction. The list features 194 Indian cricketers, including 52 capped and 142 uncapped players competing for 50 spots. On the other hand, 66 overseas capped players and 17 foreign uncapped players will vie for the 23 slots earmarked for non-Indian cricketers. 19 players have entered the auction in the highest baseprice bracket of INR 50 lakh, while 11 players have registered in the INR 40 lakh category. Another 88 players have listed themselves in the INR 30 lakh bracket. India batter Harleen Deol, who was with Gujarat Giants, has entered the capped allrounders list at the highest baseprice bracket of INR 50 lakh, while Radha Yadav, Sneh Rana and N Shree Charani, her teammates in the recent ODI World Cup win, have all set their base price at INR 30 lakh. Assam wicketkeeper Uma Chetry, who was the backup wicketkeeper-batter in Indias squad, and fast bowler Kranti Gaud, who has represented UPW, have also listed themselves in the INR 50 lakh bracket. Australia leg spinner Alana King (INR 40 lakh), Indias spin bowling trio of Asha Sobhana, Priya Mishra and Saika Ishaque have all kept their base price at INR 30 lakh and will be in the sixth set. In the auction list, Australias Tahlia McGrath, who featured for UPW, and Sophie Molineux, who played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, are notable absentees from the 23member Australian contingent in the pool. The list also includes 22 players from England, 13 from New Zealand and 11 from South Africa. Sri Lanka will be represented by Chamari Athapaththu, Harshitha Samarawickrama and Inoka Ranaweera, with Chamari having played for UPW last season. Bangladesh trio of Marufa Akter, Shorna Akter and Rabeya Khan have entered the pool too. Thailands leftarm spinner Thipatcha Putthawong is the sole representative from her country, while the USAs Tara Norris, who played for Delhi Capitals in WPL 2023 and was the first bowler to claim a fivewicket haul in the competition, is the only American player in the pool. The list also includes 22 players from England, 13 from New Zealand and 11 from South Africa. Sri Lanka will be represented by Chamari Athapaththu, Harshitha Samarawickrama and Inoka Ranaweera, with Chamari having played for UPW last season. Bangladesh trio of Marufa Akter, Shorna Akter and Rabeya Khan have entered the pool too. Also Read: Live Cricket Score They are followed by RCB (INR 6.15 crore), Mumbai Indians (INR 5.75 crore) and Delhi Capitals (INR 5.70 crore). Two-time champions MI and three-time runners-up DC, after having retained five players each, will not have any RTM options available. Article Source: IANS
Assam Police is set to recruit 4,000 new personnel, announced by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. This expansion aims to bolster policing capabilities and fill critical manpower gaps. The State Level Police Recruitment Board will soon release details on eligibility and application procedures for various posts, following a recent recruitment drive.
Strong tremors shake West Bengal, NE as 5.7-magnitude earthquake hits Bangladesh
Tremors were felt across WesT Bengal, including Kolkata and parts of North East on Friday morning after a 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck Bangladeshs Narsingdi district, the IMD reported. The quake occurred at 10:08 am, with its epicentre located about 13 km south-southwest of Narsingdi at a depth of 10 km. Several people in West Bengal and the northeast, including Kolkata and Assam's Guwahati, were seen coming out on the streets as a precautionary measure. No immediate reports of damage or injuries have been received. Futher details are awaited.
Assam Earthquake Today: 4.7 magnitude quake hits Assam
Assam Earthquake Today: 4.7 magnitude quake hits Assam
Bangladesh Earthquake: 5.2 magnitude quake hits Dhaka, adjoining areas
According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the epicentre of the quake was located in Ghorasal, Dhaka, at a shallow depth of about 10 km. The tremors were also felt in parts of Assam and Northeast India, the agency confirmed.
Stock markets fall in early trade dragged by weak global peers
Mumbai, Nov 21 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Friday after a two-day rally dragged by weak global market trends. The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 285.28 points to 85,347.40 in opening trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty dipped 82.6 points to 26,109.55. From the Sensex firms, ICICI Bank, Eternal, Adani Ports, Tata Steel, and Power Grid were among the major laggards. However, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, Titan, and Asian Paints were among the gainers. In Asian markets, South Koreas Kospi, Japans Nikkei 225 index, Shanghais SSE Composite index and Hong Kongs Hang Seng
How children die from Indian cough syrup
CHENNAI, Nov 21 (Reuters) Indian officials are investigating whether safety lapses in the supply of a pharmaceutical ingredient were responsible for contaminating cough syrup that has killed at least 24 children in recent months, according to three people familiar with the matter. The three health and drug safety officials from Tamil Nadu state told Reuters they believe the solvent used to make a batch of Coldrif cough syrup could have been contaminated with a toxic chemical around the time it was supplied to the drugmaker, Sresan Pharmaceutical Manufacturer. Sresan acquired 50 kg of the propylene glycol (PG) solvent from
What to know about this weekends G20 summit in South Africa that Trump is boycotting
JOHANNESBURG, November 21, 2025 (AP) Leaders from the Group of 20 countries will meet for a summit in South Africa this weekend without any U.S. representatives after President Donald Trump announced a boycott over his widely rejected claims that the host country is persecuting its Afrikaner white minority. Trumps decision to pull the United States and himself out of the talks in Johannesburg is likely to undermine the first G20 leaders meeting in Africa, as well as South Africas aim to push for progress on issues affecting poor countries, such as the impact of climate change, the
Mlaya, Assam taking stock of Lapangap situation: DC
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 20: The governments of Meghalaya and Assam are closely monitoring and coordinating ground deployments in Lapangap after a violent incident last month, which resulted in one fatality and several injuries during harvesting activities. West Jaintia Hills Deputy Commissioner Abhinav K. Singh reported that the situation is now normal, with successful []
Assam orders expulsion of five declared foreigners under 1950 Immigrants Act
Assam Police has ordered the expulsion of five individuals declared foreigners by a Tribunal. The order follows the Assam government's approval of an SOP under the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act, 1950. The five persons must leave Assam within 24 hours. Their presence is deemed detrimental to public interest and internal security.
Northeasts tribal councils step up demand for reforms of Constitution's Sixth Schedule
GUWAHATI: Ahead of the winter session of Parliament, the tribal autonomous councils of the Northeast on Thursday stepped up the demand for reforms of the Constitutions Sixth Schedule. Additionally, Assams Bodo leaders raised the pitch for complete implementation of the historic Bodo Peace Accord of 2020 signed with the Centre. The Northeast has ten tribal autonomous councils three each in Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and one in Tripura under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. A national seminar, organised by All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) at the Constitution Club of India in New Delhi, brought together the councils, constitutional experts, parliamentarians and organisations from across the Northeast to place a united appeal before the Centre for the Sixth Schedule reforms. Speaking at the seminar, ABSU president Dipen Boro said the amendments linked to Article 280 and the Sixth Schedule decide how the councils receive funds, exercise powers and plan development. They influence village councils, municipal structures and the responsibilities given to institutions in Bodoland and other Sixth Schedule areas. The Bodo Accord of 2020 promised a stronger council with wider subjects, improved financial autonomy and clear mechanisms for rehabilitation and development. Some clauses have progressed, while others remain incomplete, including full council restructuring, village bodies, land rights and the use of the Special Development Package, he said. Stating that review meetings have been held several times with senior officials, he said the next step must now come through Parliament. Through this seminar, we place a clear appeal to pass the amendment to Article 280 and the Sixth Schedule in the forthcoming winter session and complete the Accord within the timeline already committed, he categorically stated. Bodoland Territorial Councils former Chief Executive Member and Bodo Accord signatory Pramod Boro gave an overview of the Bodo movement during which nearly 5,000 innocent lives were lost. The Bodo Accord is linked to that history; it holds the aspirations of families who accepted peace in the hope of a stable future. An accord cannot be treated like a campaign promise that fades after an election. It should be honoured as a commitment made to citizens, he said. The document we signed in 2020 carries the imprint of sacrifice and trustThe accord of 2020 followed a period when the Prime Minister spoke of a new beginning in Bodoland, and people responded with faith. We are hopeful that the 125th Amendment Bill will be taken up in this Parliament session so that the constitutional side of the accord can progress, and the message from Bodoland and the Northeast can be respected in full, he further stated. Tripura minister Sukla Charan Noatia said, In 2019, the Government of Tripura had approved and sent a proposal to the Centre for an upgraded Sixth Schedule arrangement. That proposal followed extensive discussions, and carried the expectations of our people, yet it remains pending. Meghalayas former Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council Chief Executive Member Titosstarwell Chyne lamented that Union home minister Amit Shah had given an assurance a year ago that the leaders of the autonomous district councils would be called for further discussions on Sixth Schedule reforms but the same was to yet to take place.
Police hunt for 5 declared foreigners in Assam given 24 hours to leave India
The five, all Muslims, were adjudged non-citizens by a Foreigners Tribunal in Sonitpur district on October 24
CM Himanta Says Women Welfare Schemes Under 'Assam Model' Had Positive Impact On Bihar Polls
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said state government schemes for women empowerment and development influenced Bihar CM Nitish Kumar so much that him he wanted to implement them
BJP accuses Mamata of halting SIR to shield fraudulently created bogus voter base in Bengal
NEW DELHI: The BJP on Thursday alleged that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was complaining against the special intensive revision of the electoral rolls and resorting to dramatics over it because her political survival depends on shielding a voter base created fraudulently. The assertion came after Banerjee, who is also the Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo, wrote to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging the ongoing special intensive revision (SIR) exercise in the state was being conducted in an unplanned and coercive manner, putting citizens and officials at risk. She also claimed that the SIR exercise has reached an alarming and a dangerous stage, and demanded an immediate corrective action. BJP national spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari termed Banerjee's letter to the chief election commissioner signs of desperation and accused her of trying to halt the voter roll cleanup exercise to shield the very ecosystem that kept it in power. Mamata Banerjee writing a letter to the Election Commission on halting the SIR exercise is nothing short of an admission that the TMC's top leadership is rattled. For years, TMC quietly benefited from illegal infiltration and bogus voters, Bhandari alleged in a post on X. Signs of Desperation from Mamata Banerjee! Mamata Banerjee writing a letter to the Election Commission on 'halting the SIR exercise' is nothing short of an admission that TMCs top leadership is rattled. For years, TMC quietly benefited from illegal infiltration and bogus pic.twitter.com/7ybkTtFQpj Pradeep Bhandari( ) (@pradip103) November 20, 2025 Now that the voter list is being cleaned through SIR and fake entries are being removed, Mamata is panicking. A nervous, desperate TMC is trying to shield the very ecosystem that kept it in power, he added. BJP co-incharge for West Bengal Amit Malviya claimed that Banerjee will continue to complain and dramatise the SIR process because she knows he noose is tightening and she risks being defeated in the 2026 assembly polls. Rickshaw-puller attempts suicide as his name was not in 2002 electoral rolls in West Bengal Her political survival depends on shielding a voter base created through fraudulent and illegal means, he charged, adding, In 2026, West Bengal will elect a chief minister for the state, not someone who behaves as though she is the provincial leader of East Pakistan. Malviya said India shares its international land borders with seven countries, stretching a total of about 15,106.7 km. The longest of these is the boundary with Bangladesh, extending 4,096.7 km, touching West Bengal, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram, he pointed out. The BSF guards this entire stretch, yet West Bengal has witnessed the highest levels of illegal infiltration, he claimed. The reason is clear: Mamata Banerjee's administration has repeatedly been accused of enabling this infiltration -- facilitating documentation, providing cover, and settling infiltrators in electorally strategic areas, the BJP leader added. Malviya claimed the ruling TMC's mandate rests heavily on the seats it wins in the Kolkata Presidency region, which includes Kolkata, and parts of South and North 24 Parganas. These are also the areas that have seen maximum infiltration and the highest concentration of fake voters, he claimed. This region consistently witnesses widespread violence during elections, and the notorious Diamond Harbour is part of it, Madviya alleged. Mamata slams ECI after one more BLO dies by suicide in West Bangal; alleges 'unbearable SIR pressure'
Assam Invokes 1950 Act, Orders 5 Declared Foreigners To 'Leave India Within 24 Hours'
The state cabinet approved procedures for implementing the 1950 Act in September this year, reviving a law that had remained unused since its creation.
Assam Board exam date sheet 2026 for Class 10, 12 released: Check complete timetable here
The Assam State School Education Board has released the 2026 examination date sheets for Class 10 (HSLC) and Class 12 (HS) students. HSLC exams will run from February 10 to February 27, while HS exams are scheduled from February 11 to March 16. Practical exams will take place from January 27 to February 7.
Assam CM Himanta reviews final preparations for Boragaon Martyrs Column ahead of Swahid Divas
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reviewed the final preparations for the inauguration of the Swahid Smarak Khetra, a memorial dedicated to the martyrs of the Assam Agitation. Scheduled for December 10th, Swahid Divas, the sprawling complex features water bodies, an auditorium, and a sound and light show.
Assam Board Exams 2026: Class 10, 12 Date Sheet Out, Check Complete Schedule Here
Assam Board Exam Date Sheet 2026: The majority of Class 10 exams will be held in the morning shift-from 9 am to 12 pm-except for subjects such as Fine Art, Weaving and Textile Design, and Assamese
Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat urges Northeast youth to look beyond propaganda on RSS
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urged Assam's youth to understand the organization beyond propaganda, emphasizing its aim to make India a 'Vishwaguru' through societal unity and qualitative strength. He highlighted India's diversity as a core strength and stressed the RSS's role in building virtuous individuals for national progress.
Gaurav Gogoi Can Contest In Pakistan: Himanta Sarma Asserts BJP's Victory In Assam Polls
The Assam Chief Minister has repeatedly targeted Gogoi and his wife, Elizabeth Coulburn, in the past over alleged links with Pakistan.
Zubeen was plied with alcohol by those with designs on his wealth: Assam CM
Himanta Biswa Sarma also said migrant Muslims were misusing the name of the Assamese cultural icon to save themselves from eviction
Gold climbs Rs 1,500 to Rs 1,27,300/10g on renewed safe-haven buying globally
New Delhi, Nov 19 (PTI) Gold prices climbed Rs 1,500 to Rs 1,27,300 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday tracking a strong rally in the international rates, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.5 per cent purity jumped Rs 1,500 to Rs 1,26,700 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes). Silver prices also bounced back, surging Rs 4,000 to Rs 1,60,000 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes), snapping a three-day losing run in the local bullion market. Gold advanced on Wednesday, supported by renewed safe-haven demand, while persistent signs of weakness in
BJP will sweep 2026 Assam Assembly polls, Gogoi will then fight elections in Pakistan: Himanta
He (Gaurav Gogoi) will hundred per cent lose the polls in Assam, and then he can contest the elections in Pakistan, says Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Stock markets rebound on buying in IT, banking shares; Sensex jumps over 513 points
Mumbai, Nov 19 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty bounced back sharply on Wednesday, driven by a rally in IT and financial shares and sustained buying by domestic institutional investors amid growing hopes for an India-US trade deal. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 513.45 points, or 0.61 per cent, to settle at 85,186.47. During the day, the benchmark surged 563.75 points, or 0.66 per cent, to 85,236.77. The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 142.60 points, or 0.55 per cent, to close near the days high at 26,052.65. The index hit a high of 26,074.65 in the day trade. From the Sensex
Assam voter list revision: Special revision of electoral rolls announced amidst NRC delays
Assam will undertake a special revision of voter lists next year. This process is linked to the National Register of Citizens, with a new data security system for NRC data anticipated by August 2026. The revision aims to ensure all eligible citizens are included in the electoral rolls. Polling station numbers will also increase.
Zubeen Garg Death Case: Centre Paves Way For Assam Police To File Chargesheet
Section 208 of the BNSS mandates prior Central Government approval for Indian courts to take cognizance of offences committed outside the country
The Assam Board has announced the exam dates for the 10th (HSLC) and 12th (HS) exams in 2026. The HSLC exams will begin on February 10, 2026, and the HS exams will start on February 11, 2026. The complete timetable will be available soon on the official websites for students to download.
Mishra first earned public recognition during his years as SP in Assam's Charaideo district and Meghalaya's Garo Hills, where he led high-profile anti-militant and anti-narcotics operations.
Assam CM announces Class 10, 12 Board exam dates 2026: Check details here
Assam's Class 10 and 12 board exams are set for February 10 and 11, 2026, respectively, as confirmed by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. While detailed schedules are pending, SEBA has reopened HSLC form submission until November 20, 2025. Students are urged to monitor official websites for further announcements.
Bodo groups demand peace accord clauses implementation, protest in Delhi on Nov 20-21
GUWAHATI: The Centres continued delay in implementing the Constitution (125th Amendment) Bill, 2019 has caused resentment among Bodo stakeholders, including All Bodo Students Union (ABSU), a signatory of the historic Bodo Territorial Region (BTR) Accord of 2020 that ensured the return of peace in insurgency-ravaged Bodoland. The ABSU and other signatories of the peace accord will stage a protest in New Delhi on November 20 and 21 to press the Centre to implement the pacts clauses and fast-track the Amendment Bill. Tribal representatives, political leaders, legal experts, former negotiators and community groups from Assam and across the Northeast will take part in the protest. The BTR accord marked a watershed moment in the political and socio-cultural landscape of Assam and the broader Northeast region. Central to its envisioned implementation was the proposed Constitution (125th Amendment) Bill, which sought to enhance the financial and administrative autonomy of the Sixth Schedule Councils of India. Five years have elapsed since the accords signing but the Bill remains pending in Parliament, raising critical questions about the pace and sincerity of constitutional reform. The Northeast has ten autonomous councils three each in Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and one in Tripura under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) is one of them. Speaking at a seminar organised by Bodoland Foundation for Sustainable Futures in Guwahati on Monday, Pramod Boro, former president of ABSU and former BTC Chief Executive Member, alleged that neither the Centre nor the Assam government was taking the Constitution (125th Amendment) Bill seriously. Regional aspirations for autonomy and separate states are still there with some communities of the Northeast. New demands are also coming up. Ladakh is demanding protection under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. The Centre lost enough opportunities to strengthen the councils under the Sixth Schedule, Boro, a key architect of the 2020 peace accord, said. Pointing out that more than 3,000 Bodo youths lost their lives in waging an armed struggle to secure a separate state, he said the Bodos had firmly believed that the signing of the peace accord would lead to the strengthening of the BTC. The demands of the Bodos include more autonomy, more financial powers for the BTC and raising the number of its seats from existing 40 to 60. The council is required to take care of the aspirations of 26 tribal and non-tribal communities. At the seminar, the participants resolved to form a committee to pursue the matter in consultation with all stakeholders.
New Delhi, Nov 19 (PTI) The Congress on Wednesday paid rich tributes to former prime minister Indira Gandhi on her birth anniversary, with Rahul Gandhi saying that he was inspired to make fearless decisions for India from his grandmother. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and former party chiefs Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi paid floral tributes to Indira Gandhi at her memorial, Shakti Sthal, here. In a post on X, Khrge said the exemplary and dynamic leadership of Indira Gandhi, showing immense political courage, will forever inspire. Her unwavering resolve and lifelong dedication to public service left an indelible mark on
Ladakh leaders seek 6th Schedule, Assembly under Article 371 ;amnesty for September 14 detainees
SRINAGAR: In a 29-page draft submitted to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) have demanded 6th Schedule status for Ladakh, the creation of a 30-member Legislative Assembly under a proposed Article 371-K, and a general amnesty for those arrested in connection with the September 14 violence in Leh. The document, titled Sixth Schedule Provisions and a case for Statehood: Draft Framework for Ladakh, was submitted to the MHA on November 14. It proposes integrating the proposed State of Ladakh under Article 371 as Article 371-K. Highlighting the regions demographic composition, the draft notes that Ladakh is predominantly tribal, with over 90% of the population belonging to tribes such as Changpa, Balti, Beda, Bot, Brokpa, Dard, Gara, Mon, and Purigpa. It argues that this tribal majority warrants inclusion under the 6th Schedule, citing Articles 244 and 275 of the Constitution, and points to the successful models of autonomous councils in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram. The draft recalled that the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) formally recommended in 2019 that Ladakh be included in the 6th Schedule owing to its tribal population. It further stated that the creation of the Ladakh Union Territory without a legislative assembly has led to a sense of disenfranchisement among locals, depriving them of a voice in governance. The document stressed that over the past 20 years, since the formation of autonomous councils, Ladakh has demonstrated that elected bodies can function effectively in the best interest of the people. It argued that granting statehood and establishing a legislative assembly would strengthen democratic governance, foster inclusive participation, and better address local needs. The draft also noted that the creation of new districts underscores the need for a dedicated legislative body to represent all regions of Ladakh. On strategic considerations, the draft highlighted Ladakhs importance for national security, noting that locals understanding of the regions harsh terrain and geography has historically aided military and logistical operations. Empowering them further, it said, could enhance internal security and regional peace. Under the proposal, the assembly would have 30 members, with 28 seats reserved for Scheduled Tribes to reflect the regions tribal composition. The LAB and KDA also called for the continuation of the existing J&K and Ladakh High Court to serve the UTs judicial needs. The draft requested a general amnesty for all those detained following the September 14 violence, including climate activist Sonam Wangchuk. The unrest resulted in four deaths and around 80 injuries in Leh. The submission follows the October 22 sub-committee meeting in New Delhi, after which the MHA had sought a detailed draft of demands from Ladakh leaders before the next round of talks.
Tally is now 60: Congress after Trump repeats India-Pak peace broker claim
New Delhi, Nov 19 (PTI) The Congress on Wednesday took a swipe at the Narendra Modi government over US President Donald Trump repeating his claims that he stopped the conflict between India and Pakistan, chiding, tally is now 60. Trump on Tuesday repeated his claim that he stopped the war between India and Pakistan, as he addressed a bilateral meeting with the Saudi Crown Prince. Reacting to the development, Congress general secretary, in-charge, communications, Jairam Ramesh said, Just when it appeared that the claims had stopped, President Trump has reminded the world again. At a meeting with the Saudi Crown
