New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) The Congress said on Saturday that it will challenge the Gauhati High Court order rejecting anticipatory bail to party leader Pawan Khera before the Supreme Court. Congress General Secretary (Communications) Jairam Ramesh said that the party stands “solidly in solidarity” with Khera and expressed confidence that relief would be granted and “justice would prevail over the politics of threat, intimidation, and harassment”.”The entire Indian National Congress stands solid…
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Guwahati, April 24 (IANS) Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika on Friday welcomed the rejection of anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera by the Gauhati High Court, and raised a series of questions over the alleged offences linked to the case. In a strongly worded post on X, Hazarika termed the development significant and alleged that Khera was involved in serious irregularities, including forging land-related documents and misrepresenting facts in a manner that could influence electoral out…
Guwahati, April 24 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday paid tribute to former Chief Minister and freedom fighter Bishnuram Medhi on his death anniversary, recalling his immense contribution to shaping the state’s political and administrative landscape. Taking to the social media platform X, CM Sarma described Medhi as a “towering statesman” whose leadership and vision played a crucial role in strengthening Assam during a formative period in its history.He noted that M…
New Delhi/Bengaluru, April 24 (IANS) Amid the continued unease in the ruling party in Karnataka, Deputy Chief Minister D.K.Shivakumar met Congress leaders in the national capital. Adding to speculation, he refused to share the details of the meetings, saying that he would not reveal them.“I have met party leaders. I will continue doing my work, but I will not reveal who I have met. I have not come to Delhi just to enjoy the air,” said Dy CM Shivakumar.Speaking in New Delhi on Thursday night,…
Guwahati, April 23 (IANS) The Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) has constituted seven specialised teams to oversee the vote counting process for the recently concluded Assembly elections in the state, with counting scheduled for May 4, a party official said on Thursday.The move is part of the party’s strategy to strengthen on-ground monitoring and ensure transparency during the crucial counting phase. Senior party leaders said the initiative aims to maintain vigilance across counting cen…
New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia on Thursday lauded BSNL’s key financial and technical achievements, particularly the significant improvement in the average revenue per user (ARPU) to Rs 101 in FY 2025-26 from Rs 71 in the previous year, which represents a 42 per cent year-on-year growth.The minister chaired a meeting to review BSNL’s annual results for FY 2025-26 at the strategic review and planning meet held at Vigyan Bhawan here.During the pro…
New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) Contrary to the brisk polling in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, the by-elections for three seats (one in Gujarat and two in Maharashtra) started on a modest note and the polling percentage hovered around 30 per cent by Thursday noon. In Gujarat’s Umreth seat, polling was recorded at 37.14 per cent till 1 p.m. while in Maharashtra’s Baramati and Rahuri, the voting percentage stood at 31.91 per cent and 29.68 per cent respectively.Earlier also, Umreth seat led the pack by c…
Guwahati, April 23 (IANS) Marking World Book Day, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday underscored the enduring importance of books in shaping individuals and societies, calling for renewed efforts to cultivate a strong reading culture across generations. In a post on X, the Chief Minister reflected on the transformative role of books, describing them as a “quiet power” that shapes minds, broadens perspectives and strengthens character.Emphasising that a reading habit forms t…
Guwahati, April 22 (IANS) The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has undertaken a comprehensive review of its ongoing safety drive and infrastructural preparedness, particularly in anticipation of the four-month-long monsoon season from June to September, officials said on Wednesday. NFR Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Kapinjal Kishore Sharma stated that NFR General Manager Chetan Kumar Shrivastava conducted an extensive inspection of the Bairabi (along the Assam-Mizoram border)–Badarpu…
Guwahati, April 22 (IANS) The Indian Army on Wednesday marked Earth Day by organising a ‘Green Canvas Challenge’, a painting competition aimed at fostering environmental awareness among school students in Assam’s Rupai area in the Tinsukia district, officials said. The event was conducted by the Army’s Red Shield Gunners under the aegis of Spear Corps at Reflection Senior Secondary School, drawing enthusiastic participation from students across multiple classes.Young participants used ar…